History of Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center

Founding

Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center is a world leader in research to understand, treat and prevent cancer, HIV/AIDS and other life-threatening diseases. Founding members of the center are credited with pioneering bone-marrow transplantation as a successful treatment for leukemia and other blood diseases. Read about the events and people who helped to make the center the world-class institution that it is today.

Who Was Fred Hutchinson?

Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center was founded by Dr. William Hutchinson in honor of his brother, Fred, a former major league baseball player and manager, who died of lung cancer at age 45. The Hutch Award is presented annually to a major league baseball player who exemplifies the fighting spirit and competitive desire of Fred Hutchinson.

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Research Accomplishments

Many of the most important medical advances during the past three decades were worked on here at the Hutchinson Center. Read more »