Using Magnetic Nanoparticles to Combat Cancer Scientists at Georgia Tech have developed a potential new treatment against cancer that attaches magnetic nanoparticles to cancer cells, allowing them to be captured and carried out of the body. The treatment, which has been tested in the laboratory and will now be looked at in survival studies, is detailed online in the Journal of the American Chemical Society. VIEW VIDEO and READ MORE HERE >

June 17. 2008 - Computer Predicts Anti-Cancer Molecules
ATLANTA, June 17 (UPI) -- U.S. scientists have created a computerized method of analyzing cellular activity that correctly predicts the anti-tumor activity of several molecules.

Researchers Jeffrey Skolnick and John McDonald led a Georgia Institute of Technology team in developing the tool, called CoMet, that studies the integrated machinery of the cell, predicting which components can have an effect on cancer.

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May 15. 2008 - Carlos Martinez Helps Increase Awareness of Ovarian Cancer - report featured on myfoxatlanta. ATLANTA (myfoxatlanta.com) -- Carlos Martinez is the kicker for the one of the top teams in arena league football, the Georgia Force. However, he is also an advocate who's trying to fight ovarian cancer... Click here to watch MyFOXAtlanta's Report >

Mar. 7. 2008 - Searching for the cure through football. Here's another article, as presented by Scott Sowers of the Gwinnett Herald, commending Carlos Martinez in his charitable efforts. Click here for the article.

Apr. 11. 2008 - Arena Ball Player Gives Cancer Research a Kick. Lydia Senn of The Post has written an article about Carlos Martinez' efforts to bring awareness to ovarian cancer. Click here for the article.

Feb. 23. 2008 - 1st Annual Esani Institute Black and White Ball. Proceeds of the silent auction benefited OCI. For more information on this Paul Mitchell Partner School, visit www.esani.com.

Colebaby's Calendar Girls to Benefit OCI. In 2001, Nicole Walker's sister, MariClaire, was diagnosed with ovarian cancer. After having a tumor the size of a grapefruit removed, MariClaire is a survivor!! In honor of her sister, Nicole created Colebaby's Calendar Girls. Check out her 2008-2009 calendar> visit www.nicolewphotography.com.

Ovarian Cancer Institute featured on local news Learn more about the Ovarian Cancer Institute in this video from WXIA - 11 Alive News/Atlanta. 15.3 MB Quicktime Movie

Sept. 9. 2007 - 2007 Annual Bacchanalia Dinner
OCI held its Annual Evening at Bacchanalia featuring a silent auction of incredible wines, trips around the world and items for the home. Guests were treated to a delicious meal prepared by Chef Anne Quatrano and wines were donated by Mr. and Mrs. Bill Graves. Reservations are already being taken for our 2008 dinner to be held on September 14th. Please call 404.784.4007 for more information.



March 17. 2007 - The Ovarian Cycle Indoor Cycling Training Program
Ovarian Cycle is holding an indoor cycling training program culminating in the Century Ride celebration event. That's 100 miles - virtual miles since this is indoor cycling. Don't be intimidated - you can do it at your own pace, or you can share the distance with team members. Training programs beginning March 17th, 2007. For More Information please visit www.ovariancycle.org. Proceeds benefit Ovarian Cancer Institute and OCRF.




Sept. 25. 2006 - Ovarian Cycle Donates $25,000 to Ovarian Cancer Institute in Support of Non-Profit's Pioneering Cancer Research

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Sept. 17. 2006 - 2006 Annual Bacchanalia Dinner
The Ovarian Cancer Institute held its annual Bacchanalia dinner and wine auction. The evening began with a reception at b. braithewaite and then patrons were treated to an incredible dinner at Bacchanalia, one of Atlanta's premiere restaurants. The evening raised over $120,000 in support of OCI's research efforts. The event would not have been possible without the leadership of OCI board members Betty Hulse, Carey Benham, Sally Beamer, Katie Walker and Loraine Williams.



Research Horizons' Cover Story (click here to view PDF)
Target-and-Control Strategies to Battle Cancer - by Jane M. Sanders