About Melanoma
About Melanoma
Overview
Learn about all things melanoma — prevention, types, stages, and more.
Melanoma 101
Get answers to the most common FAQ about the deadliest form of skin cancer.
Types of Melanoma
Educate yourself on cutaneous, acral, mucosal, and uveal melanoma.
Early Detection
Know what to look for to identify melanoma earlier.
Melanoma Staging
Determine your prognosis and identify the best treatment plan for you.
Prevention
Understand your risk for melanoma and ways to practice prevention.
Melanoma & Skin of Color
Learn more about the risks of melanoma among people of color.
Melanoma Stories
Explore inspiring stories of melanoma patients, caregivers, and advocates.
For Patients
For Patients
Patient Overview
Learn about available resources, from treatment options to clinical trials and more.
Just Diagnosed
Ten things you can do to get up to speed as you start your melanoma journey.
Screening & Diagnosis
Learn more about screenings, biopsies, biomarkers, and more.
Case Studies
Explore insights on innovative treatment approaches and emerging research.
Treatment Options
Understand the various treatment options available for melanoma.
Clinical Trials
Your treatment approach is a big decision. See if clinical trials are a potential option for you.
Patient Resources
Our patient support community, patient assistance programs, travel support, and more.
Melanoma Biorepository: Donate Tissue
MRA's new biorepository collects tissues from patients with all subtypes of melanoma.
Research
Research
Research Overview
See MRA's impact as the world's largest nonprofit funder of melanoma research.
Priority Areas
MRA funds research across the melanoma spectrum. Learn more about our priority areas.
MRA Grant Awards
Explore MRA's vast research portfolio.
Funding Opportunities
Throughout the year, we invite the research community to apply for funding.
Scientific Retreat
Read our most recent Retreat Report, explore sponsorship opportunities, and more.
RARE Registry
Join a groundbreaking research effort led by patients to advance melanoma research.
Researcher Resources
MRA has developed numerous resources to support researchers.
News
News
Blog
Read patient stories, research updates, and the latest news in melanoma.
Email Newsletters
Sign up to receive regular updates from the Melanoma Research Alliance.
Media
See past press releases and contact our Communications & Engagement team.
Patient Webinars
Connect with the melanoma community, learn about important topics, share insights and experiences, and ask questions.
Annual Progress Reports
Learn about our latest initiatives and achievements.
Get Involved
Get Involved
Donate
Ways You Can Help
Honor a Loved One
Start a Fundraiser
Clinical Trials
Events
Sponsor a Research Grant
Corporate Partnerships
Workplace Giving
Planned Giving
About MRA
About MRA
MRA Overview & Mission
Our mission is to end suffering and death due to melanoma by collaborating with many stakeholders to accelerate powerful research.
Board of Directors
Meet MRA's distinguished board members, who govern and advise MRA's endeavors.
Leadership Council
MRA's council members are committed to research, patient engagement, and advocacy.
Our Team
Meet the members of our dedicated and passionate team.
Advisory Boards
Our Grant Review Committee, Dermatology Council, Scientific Advisory Panel, and Medical Advisory Panel.
Financials
See why MRA is considered a highly effective charity that exceeds industry standards.
Annual Progress Reports
Learn about our latest initiatives and achievements.
Careers
Explore opportunities to join Team MRA.
Donate
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Blog - All Posts
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September 8, 2023
Combating Melanoma Brain Metastases and Leptomeningeal Disease
September 7, 2023
2024 Scientific Retreat & Patient Forum Scholarship
August 24, 2023
Living with Intention with Mucosal Melanoma: Eileen Walther’s Story
August 16, 2023
MRA Statement on FDA Approval of Hepzato Kit for Patients with Uveal Melanoma with Liver Metastases
August 7, 2023
Compassion, Dignity, & Fashion: Paloma Soledad’s Melanoma Story
July 25, 2023
MRA's Latest Research Report: Reaching for the Stars
July 21, 2023
Reflecting on a Decade of Progress and Future Heights in Melanoma
July 20, 2023
Melanoma Research Alliance Announces 2023 Dermatology Fellowship Award Recipients
July 11, 2023
How Genetics and Family History Contribute to Melanoma Risk
July 10, 2023
MRA's RARE Registry for Acral & Mucosal Melanoma Surpasses 100-Patient Milestone
June 29, 2023
How Biomarkers Are Used in Melanoma
June 25, 2023
Andrew Smith: Father, Veteran, and Melanoma Survivor
June 20, 2023
Melanoma Detection in the Digital Age: Total Body Photography
June 13, 2023
Melanoma Awareness Month: In Case You Missed It
May 29, 2023
Having Melanoma Made Me a Better Dermatologist: Dr. Beth Strow’s Story
May 22, 2023
Tackling Treatment-Resistant Disease
May 16, 2023
UV Detection Stickers Remind Us When to Reapply Sunscreen
May 10, 2023
Miss Atlanta’s Teen: A Voice for Melanoma Awareness and Prevention
May 1, 2023
MRA Announces $6.3 Million in Grants to Advance Melanoma Prevention, Detection & Treatment
April 26, 2023
JD Durkin: An Early-Stage Melanoma & Redefining His Relationship with the Sun
April 24, 2023
Make a Difference this Melanoma Awareness Month
April 20, 2023
Trust Your Gut & Other Tips for Facing Melanoma
April 4, 2023
TIL Therapy in Melanoma: Where We Stand
March 27, 2023
Melanoma Clinical Trials to Watch: March 2023
March 23, 2023
Hot Rod Charlie and How Partnerships Move the Field Forward
March 20, 2023
The Role of Targeted Therapy in Treating Advanced Melanoma
March 16, 2023
Recordings from MRA's 2023 Patient Forum
February 27, 2023
Facing Mucosal Melanoma, this Patient Turned to a TIL Clinical Trial
February 21, 2023
Sun Safety for the Melanoma Community
February 10, 2023
From COVID-19 to Melanoma? The Bright Future of mRNA Vaccines
February 1, 2023
Leading the Charge: MRA 2022 Annual Report
January 23, 2023
Melanoma at 33: A Testament to the Importance of Early Detection
January 19, 2023
Nearly 100,000 Americans Estimated to be Diagnosed with Melanoma in 2023
January 19, 2023
Registration Now Open: MRA's 2023 Patient Forum
January 11, 2023
Pioneering New Melanoma Skin Cancer Treatment Strategies
December 8, 2022
Ask the Experts: Melanoma Research Update
November 29, 2022
More Time, More Research, More Hope: Double your Impact!
November 15, 2022
AI in Melanoma Detection, Closing Diagnostics Gap
November 7, 2022
The Changing Melanoma Landscape
October 24, 2022
FDA Approves Opzulera for At-Home Therapy for Skin Repigmentation: What this Means for Melanoma Patients with Vitiligo
October 7, 2022
Music vs. Melanoma: 13-Year-Old Raises $6K for Research
October 4, 2022
Fish & Melanoma: What’s the Connection?
September 8, 2022
Mollie’s Fund Partners to Prevent Skin Cancers Among Firefighters
August 24, 2022
Overcoming Melanoma Treatment Resistance Research Update
August 12, 2022
Improving AI Performance for People of Color: Diagnosing Melanoma & Other Skin Cancers
August 11, 2022
MRA's Latest Research Report: The Melanoma Research Community Reunites
August 3, 2022
Melanoma Clinical Trial Success Story: From Patient Volunteer to No Evidence of Disease
July 18, 2022
What Uveal Melanoma Patients Need to Know about KIMMTRAK
July 1, 2022
New Funding Alert: Department of Defense Melanoma Research Program
June 27, 2022
This Mother-Daughter Duo Are On a Mission to Save Your Skin
June 24, 2022
24-Year-Old Melanoma Patient Runs Marathon to Support Research
June 22, 2022
Preventing Melanomas Before they Happen in Oregon Schools
June 21, 2022
Leveraged Finance & Private Equity Communities Unite to Raise Record $3 Million for Melanoma Research
May 27, 2022
Don’t Fry Day: Today & Everyday
May 23, 2022
What Melanoma Patients Need to Know about Opdualag
May 19, 2022
MRA Announces $13 Million in Grants to Advance Melanoma Prevention, Detection & Treatment
May 11, 2022
The Melanoma Research Alliance Names Dr. Marc Hurlbert as Chief Executive Officer
May 9, 2022
Dr. Gary Deng & The Wellness Principles
April 25, 2022
Why I Step - Lynn Merrill Iverson
April 21, 2022
A Message from the Melanoma Research Alliance
April 14, 2022
What You Control: Your Microbiome, Diet, Stress, & Melanoma
March 23, 2022
Unlocking the Potential of Localized Treatments By Better Understanding Treatment Response
March 18, 2022
MRA Applauds FDA Approval of Relatlimab + Nivolumab Therapy
March 16, 2022
Recordings from MRA's 2022 Patient Forum
March 8, 2022
Testing AI in the Melanoma: From Promise to Action
March 4, 2022
Melanoma Free & Living Scan-to-Scan
February 23, 2022
7200 Miles for 7200 Lives Lost: Cycling and Community Building After a Melanoma Diagnosis
February 22, 2022
Preventing Melanoma Among Hispanic Americans
February 2, 2022
New Research Says Immunotherapy Should be First-Line Therapy for Patients with BRAF-Mutant Melanoma
January 26, 2022
MRA Celebrates Approval of Tebentafusp - First Drug for Metastatic Uveal Melanoma
January 25, 2022
From Personal Loss to Professional Service
January 11, 2022
Registration Now Open for March 9 Patient Forum!
January 6, 2022
Early Studies Suggest New Immune Checkpoint Target for Melanoma
January 2, 2022
Championing Clinical Trials
December 27, 2021
Advancing Rare Melanoma Research
December 6, 2021
MRA Applauds Expanded Approval of Pembrolizumab to Patients with Stage 2 Melanoma
October 27, 2021
One Family, One Community, One Goal: Cure Melanoma
October 26, 2021
Promising Uveal Melanoma Research Advances
October 22, 2021
Paving a Path for Cancer Vaccines
October 19, 2021
Challenge Accepted: MRA 2020 - 2021 Annual Report
October 5, 2021
Melanoma Isn't Just Another Skin Cancer
September 23, 2021
Antibiotics & Treatment-Resistant Melanoma: A Stressful Subject
September 18, 2021
Asking the Tough Questions: Perspectives on Being a Caregiver, Self Care, & Mucosal Melanoma
September 15, 2021
The Next Frontier of Combination Immunotherapy: Maximizing the Benefits & Reducing Harms
September 6, 2021
Mark, Stage 4 Melanoma, & a Personalized Vaccine Clinical Trial
August 4, 2021
Practical Recommendations for Surviving and Thriving Despite Melanoma
August 1, 2021
Patricia isn’t Afraid to Ask the Tough Questions & Her Husband May be Alive Today Because of It
July 28, 2021
Full Sails Ahead: Immunotherapy Shows Continued Survival Benefit for Patients Facing Advanced Melanoma
July 22, 2021
Biomarkers: What They Are, Why They Matter, and Where They are Going
July 9, 2021
Melanoma Research Alliance Announces 13 Dermatology Fellowship Award Recipients
July 7, 2021
Setting the Groundwork for Patient-Centric 1st in Human Clinical Trial Funding Opportunities
June 29, 2021
2021 AACR and ASCO Melanoma Highlights
June 26, 2021
For Amanda, Research is Personal
June 23, 2021
New Immunotherapy Drugs Targeting LAG-3 Show Great Promise
June 14, 2021
Averting and Treating Immune-related Adverse Events Associated with Checkpoint Immunotherapies
June 9, 2021
Advancing Melanoma Research in Times of Uncertainty
June 4, 2021
Separating Hope From Hype in Melanoma Research
May 25, 2021
MRA's Acral Melanoma Cell Line Catalog: A Launching Pad for Research
May 24, 2021
Turning Memory Into Action: Honoring Her Father and Raising Awareness
May 21, 2021
Firming the Foundation: Pathology, Rare Melanomas, and Moving the Field Forward
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