Oncology Nursing Foundation Commits Almost $200,000 to Support Oncology Nursing Research Grants

PITTSBURGH, PA, December 20, 2024—Investing nearly $200,000 in innovative cancer nursing research, the Oncology Nursing Foundation funded three cancer nursing research projects in 2024:

• AnnMarie Walton, PhD, MPH, RN, OCN®, CHES, FAAN, Duke University School of Nursing | Testing Silicone Wristbands as a Tool to Monitor Healthcare Workers’ Exposure to Antineoplastic Drugs
• Courtney Sullivan, PhD, RN, CPNP-AC, CPHON®, Michigan State University | Pilot Testing of a Core Set of Quality Indicators for Pediatric Oncology Nursing in Three Resource-Diverse Countries
• Lathika Mohanraj, PhD, RN, BMTCN®, Virginia Commonwealth University | Investigation of Psychosocial Epigenetic Biomarkers and Transplant Outcomes in Hematopoietic Stem Cell Transplantation Recipients

“The Oncology Nursing Foundation Board of Trustees is honored to support groundbreaking research that advances oncology nursing and strengthens the foundation of evidence-based care for patients with cancer,” Angie Stengel, MS, CAE, executive director of the Oncology Nursing Foundation, said. “By funding these innovative projects, we continue to fulfill our mission of promoting excellence in oncology nursing practice, education, and leadership while addressing the emerging trends in cancer care.”

The research initiatives were selected following a rigorous scientific review process. Awarded projects are aligned with the Oncology Nursing Society’s 2024–2027 research agenda, which reflects priorities in oncology nursing as well as the Society’s mission to promote excellence in cancer nursing and quality cancer care. The projects are funded by the Oncology Nursing Foundation’s endowment.

“A research grant from the Oncology Nursing Foundation has empowered our team to explore the intricate connection between psychosocial stress and stem cell transplant outcomes,” Mohanraj said. “This support is invaluable, enabling us to investigate meaningful approaches that could profoundly impact patient care in this field.”

New grant opportunities will open in February 2025. The funding supports projects that address emerging challenges and foster innovation in oncology nursing research, empowering nurses to drive advancements in cancer care and improve patient outcomes. 

The Oncology Nursing Society established the Oncology Nursing Foundation in 1981 to accept charitable contributions to advance these important activities on behalf of oncology nursing. The mission of the Oncology Nursing Foundation is to support oncology nursing excellence. Thanks to the generosity of individuals and institutions over the years, since its inception, the Oncology Nursing Foundation has awarded more than $33 million in funding for oncology nursing education, research, and leadership development, giving nurses the opportunity to pursue excellence in delivering care to patients with cancer. For more information or to donate to the Oncology Nursing Foundation, visit www.onfgivesback.org.  

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