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Who We Are
The Coalition for the Advancement of Medical Research (CAMR) is the nation's leading bipartisan pro-cures coalition. CAMR is comprised of more than 100 nationally recognized patient organizations, universities, scientific societies, and foundations advocating for the advancement of breakthrough research and technologies in the field of medical and health research. CAMR’s advocacy and education outreach focuses on stem cell research, somatic cell nuclear transfer, and related research fields in which the mission is to develop treatments and cures for individuals with life-threatening illnesses and disorders.
Who We Serve
More than 100 million Americans suffer from cancer, Alzheimer's, diabetes, Parkinson's, spinal cord injuries, heart disease, ALS, and other debilitating diseases and disorders. CAMR is dedicated to being a national, collective voice on Capitol Hill and in the media for those who believe that embryonic stem cell research holds the key to better treatments and cures, providing American families with hope for the future. With more than 25,000 nationwide, grassroots advocates, CAMR has a story to tell in every Congressional district.
CAMR in Action
Since its inception in 2001, CAMR has played an active role in helping educate lawmakers and others about the field of medical research. During both the 109th and 110th Congress, CAMR has played an instrumental role in helping members of the U.S. House and Senate and their staff better understand the importance of federal funding for and oversight of embryonic stem cell research as part of the Stem Cell Research Enhancement Act, which was overwhelmingly passed by both Congresses, but vetoed by President Bush in 2006 and 2007.
CAMR looks forward to working with Congress on this legislation again in the future, which promotes America’s leadership role in the fields of science and medicine, as well as provides federal funding for and oversight of embryonic stem cell research. CAMR will also continue to work with Americans who themselves or whose families are impacted by cancer, diabetes, Parkinson's, Alzheimer's, spinal cord injuries and other diseases and disorders, to let their voices be heard.
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