Accelerated research and discovery.

Medical research and breakthroughs save more lives when they are available sooner, and that’s why Hackensack Meridian Health Foundation’s Be The Difference campaign is vital for our communities. At the Center for Discovery and Innovation, the cornerstone of the Hackensack Meridian Research Institute, our scientists are accelerating research and bringing research results to the bedside faster.

How We Made the Difference for Mark

With his daughter’s upcoming wedding to look forward to, Mark was dealt news that sent him reeling. Cancer. And aggressive cancer at that. But luckily, Mark chose John Theurer Cancer Center for his treatment, which made it possible for him to gain access to a clinical trial that ultimately saved his life. Now, Mark and his daughter have many more firsts to look forward to in their future.