As Senior Scientist at Princess Margaret Cancer Centre, Dr. Rama Khokha has shown the passion that she has for advancing our fundamental understanding of cancer risk and prevention.

Using state-of-the-art approaches, her research program is world-renowned for addressing cancer prevention from different aspects — from uncovering the molecules and cells that shape the development of cancer all the way to internationally-run clinical trials to examine new therapies to prevent the disease.

Last year, Breast Cancer Canada announced $3 million in funding for molecular breast cancer prevention research led by Rama. Breast cancer is the most common cancer among women worldwide. Dr. Khokha’s research focuses on identifying new risk factors and developing screening methods to detect cancer at an earlier stage, or before it has begun.

“With BCC’s unparalleled support for our bold ideas, we will strive to progress Canada’s position as a leader in cancer precision prevention. This funding will not only actively advance breast cancer prevention research but to also help train and inspire next generation of scientists to have a passion for the cause,” said Dr. Khokha, a world-renowned expert in mammary stem cells and breast cancer.

The 3P Project will focus on molecular breast cancer prevention research, with the guiding principles of reduced incidence, improved early detection, personalized and targeted prevention and future prevention strategies. Dr. Khokha is also committed to inspiring the next generation of researchers — ensuring that Canada’s research talent remains among the best in the world. Dozens of graduate students and postdoctoral researchers have travelled from across North America, Europe, and Asia to train under her illustrious program, and she has helped launched the careers of clinician-scientists, health and science professionals, and policy advisors.