The primary objective of Aidan’s Army is to advance research and treatment of childhood medulloblastoma…
Research is vitally important for finding and providing new or improved treatments. Money for research is very limited. The number of diagnosed cases of medulloblastoma is quite small compared to other forms of cancer and therefore does not receive adequate funding. While this is understandable, it demonstrates the importance of funding research. Current research is being carried out to determine the biology of the tumor, its cell origin, and what controls its growth. By understanding the biology of the tumor, the goal of finding a cure can be achieved. Research is also being performed to find ways to make treatments safer for children, so that they not only survive, but experience a good quality of life.