University of Colorado Anschutz Cancer Center

2025 Facts and Figures

For over 40 years, the University of Colorado Anschutz Cancer Center has advanced its mission to prevent and conquer cancer through groundbreaking research and compassionate treatment. As Colorado’s sole National Cancer Institute–designated Comprehensive Cancer Center and one of only four in the 10-state Rocky Mountain region, we assemble top physicians and scientists focused on the latest advancements in cancer prevention and therapy. Additionally, CU Anschutz Cancer Center is part of the National Comprehensive Cancer Network, highlighting our position as a leading, evidence-based innovator shaping national standards for cancer care.

Our members are part of a statewide network of research and clinical institutions, including CU Anschutz, CU Boulder, Colorado State University, UCHealth, Children’s Hospital Colorado, the Rocky Mountain Regional VA Medical Center, National Jewish Health, and Denver Health. These partners facilitate seamless integration of research, care, and innovation across Colorado. Our recognized scientists hold 64 MPI, Multicomponent, and U grants, along with 135 NCI grants. They study cancer at the cellular level and collaborate with clinical teams to translate lab discoveries into therapies and treatments.

Selected Examples of Impact