Live from
New York
Hosted by Cecily Strong
Actress and Comedian
Annual Awards Gala
October 15, 2024
Cipriani 25 Broadway, New York City
Meet the People Powering Progress
Join us at our Annual Awards Gala and connect with pioneers driving change in immunotherapy research and innovation.
Andrea Schietinger, PhD
Member, Memorial Sloan Kettering
Cancer Center
CRI-Lloyd J. Old STAR
Recipient of the 2024 Frederick W. Alt Award for New Discoveries in Immunology
Mark Anderson, MD, PhD
Director, UCSF Diabetes Center
Recipient of the 2024 William B. Coley Award for Distinguished Research in Basic and Tumor Immunology
Christophe O. Benoist, MD, PhD
Professor, Harvard Medical School
Recipient of the 2024 William B. Coley Award for Distinguished Research in Basic and Tumor Immunology
Diane J. Mathis, PhD
Professor, Harvard Medical School
Recipient of the 2024 William B. Coley Award for Distinguished Research in Basic and Tumor Immunology
Jill O’Donnell-Tormey, PhD
Former Cancer Research Institute CEO, 1993-2024
Recipient of the 2024 Oliver R. Grace Award for Distinguished Service in Advancing Cancer Research
Alicia Zhou, PhD
CRI proudly welcomes our new CEO!
You’re Invited!
A Special Message from our new CEO, Alicia Zhou, PhD
About the Venue: Cipriani 25 Broadway
Located in lower Manhattan, Cipriani 25 Broadway is a striking example of Italian Neo-Renaissance architecture. Originally built for the American headquarters of Cunard, this New York City designated landmark boasts soaring marble columns, magnificent inlaid floors, and hand-painted frescoes.
Musical Guest: The CheckPoints
The CheckPoints is a band made up entirely of oncologists and cancer researchers focused on immunotherapy. The idea for the band came from Dr. Patrick Hwu, the president and CEO of Moffitt Cancer Center, and Dr. Thomas Gajewski, a professor at the University of Chicago. Dr. Hwu recruited professor and chair of immunology at MD Anderson, Nobel Laureate Dr. James Allison and Dr. Rachel Humphrey, CEO Normunity to form The CheckPoints.
Other members include:
- Lisa Butterfield, PhD, Merck
- Anna Crosetti, MD, Massachusetts General Hospital
- Russell Pachynski, MD, Washington University School of Medicine
- Brad Reinfeld, a MD, PhD, University of California, Los Angeles
- Dirk Spitzer, PhD, Medical University of South Carolina
- John M. Timmerman, MD, University of California, Los Angeles
- Jedd Wolchok, MD, PhD, Weill Cornell Medicine
Revisit the 2023 Annual Awards Gala
FAQs
Is my ticket purchase tax deductible?
Yes, a portion of every ticket purchase is tax-deductible. The non-deductible portion of each ticket is $415. Contributions are fully tax-deductible.
What’s the dress code for the Gala?
While the dress for the gala is not black tie, it is a cocktail party and formal dinner—so dress to impress!
How do you get to Cipriani 25 Broadway?
Cipriani 25 Broadway is conveniently accessible by subway, car, or rideshare.
By Subway
- Take the 4/5 line to Bowling Green station
- Take the 1 line or the N/R/W lines to the Rector Street station
By Car/Rideshare
Parking is available at LAZ Parking, at 70 Greenwich Street, a five-minute walk to the venue.
The GPS address is Cipriani 25 Broadway, New York City, 10004
Is there parking available near Cipriani 25 Broadway
Yes, parking is available at LAZ Parking, at 70 Greenwich Street, a five-minute walk from the venue.
Still have questions?
Please email us your question at: [email protected].
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