The Concerted Research Institute (CRI) is an international network of centers of scientific excellence promoted by the Fondazione Gianni Bonadonna (FGB), with the goal of advancing therapeutic innovation in oncology from the earliest phases of research.
CRI brings together leading research institutions worldwide to collaborate on the design, conduct, and dissemination of independent preclinical, clinical, and translational research projects, with the shared objective of developing new and effective therapeutic solutions for cancer patients.
CRI mission
To foster collaboration, innovation, and excellence in cancer research by creating a coordinated international research ecosystem.
Strategic objectives
• Unite international research excellence to accelerate scientific progress
• Support and fund high–impact research projects
• Promote the sharing of expertise, know-how, and resources
• Raise and manage funds from public and private partners interested in supporting research
The CRI network
The CRI network currently includes:
Fondazione Gianni Bonadonna, Milan, Italy
Coordinating and managing center
Reference Persons: Luca Gianni, Diego Tosi
Institut régional du Cancer de Montpellier, France
Preclinical and clinical activities
Reference Person: Diego Tosi
IRCCS Ospedale San Raffaele, Milan, Italy
Clinical activities
Reference Persons: Fabio Ciceri, Gianluca Del Conte
Fondazione IRCCS Istituto Nazionale dei Tumori, Milan, Italy
Preclinical and clinical activities
Reference Persons: Sara Cresta, Paola Perego
When large patient cohorts are required, a broader clinical network may join the CRI core system to support the successful completion of clinical trials.
Governance: the Steering Committee
The CRI Steering Committee provides strategic scientific guidance to ensure alignment with the network’s objectives. It evaluates and discusses proposed research projects and oversees their scientific relevance and quality.
The Committee is composed of one representative from each participating center, selected among individuals of recognized scientific excellence and leadership.
Contact
For more information about the Concerted Research Institute and its ongoing projects, please contact:
? segreteria@fgb-inst.org