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EPISODE · Aug 20, 2025 · 19 MIN

OHSU Knight Cancer Institute will get a $2 billion donation. What will that mean for cancer care in Oregon?

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Phil and Penny Knight have pledged $2 billion to Oregon Health & Science University for cancer research. The Knight Cancer Institute will become self-governed within OHSU and will have its own board of directors. In December, renowned cancer researcher Brian Druker announced his resignation as the institute’s CEO but said last week he will return as the inaugural president of the organization. He joins us with details about what this means for cancer care in Oregon.

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