A Gainesville-based foundation dedicated to funding the innovative research on the most aggressive form of brain cancer has recently been recognized for their commitment to help find a cure.
The Knox Martin Foundation for Brain Cancer Research (KMF) has been selected to receive the prestigious William W. Shingleton Award from the Duke Cancer Institute (DCI) at Duke University. The award — presented by DCI’s Shingleton Society — recognizes exemplary generosity, service, and dedication to advancing cancer research, care, and patient-support initiatives.
President and CEO for KMF, Becky Martin, says the recognition, “reflects our deep commitment to supporting innovative research, including clinical trials focused on the deadliest and most aggressive form of brain cancer. The Knox Martin Foundation for Brain Cancer Research is honored to join the ranks of outstanding partners who stand alongside the Duke Cancer Institute in its mission to discover, develop, and deliver the future of cancer care.”
Martin added that this honor also reflects KMF’s commitment to supporting innovative research, including clinical trials focused on the deadliest and most aggressive form of brain cancer: glioblastoma (GBM).
The William W. Shingleton Award is named in honor of William W. Shingleton, MD, founding director of Duke’s first comprehensive cancer center, in recognition of his pioneering contributions to surgical oncology and cancer care. The Shingleton Society recognizes donors and partners who give at significant levels and who engage their time and resources to further DCI’s mission of extending and improving the lives of people with cancer.
KMF was founded in April of 2021, less than four months after Knox Martin passed away from his courageous three-year battle against GMB, leaving behind a legacy of unwavering determination at the young age of 24. KMF was co-founded by a dedicated group of Knox’s friends and family. Full details behind KMF and its mission can be found at this link.
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