16 September 2022 — Soirée Masquée

Soirée Masquée

Initiated by Dr. Jean-Paul Bahary in 2015, this colorful signature event is distinguished by its most unique immersive experience. This evening has the originality of changing the theme and research project for each of its editions.

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The cause

Support the funding of cancer research

6th EDITION OF THE SOIRÉE MASQUÉE

After a two-year hiatus, the Soirée Masquée returned in style with a black and white gala on September 16. Held at the Belvedere in the Old Port of Montreal, the evening raised funds for brain cancer research. A record amount of $140,000 was raised for this 2022 edition!

History

Since 2015, $ 544,600 has been invested in research projects and the purchase of specialized equipment.

Review of funded projects:

2022 : Funds were raised for brain cancer research.
2019 : Funds were raised for research on glioblastoma, a malignant brain tumor.
2018: The establishment of a new research program that examines the importance of interactions between lymphoma and the environment present in the lymph nodes on the function of immune cells, in relation to the response to treatment. It will support the development of new treatments for lymphoma.

2017: The acquisition of a device that allows you to view cells cultured in the laboratory in real time and to monitor their behavior in the face of new treatments.

2016: A clinical and basic research project that revolves around a cohort of adults in remission struggling with side effects following treatment for cancer received at a young age.