Helmholtz Institute for Translational Oncology (HI-TRON Mainz)

The Helmholtz Institute for Translational Oncology (HI-TRON Mainz) is the result of the close cooperation between the German Cancer Research Center (DKFZ) and the Research Institute for Translational Oncology (TRON gGmbH) at the University Medical Center of the Johannes Gutenberg University Mainz. The mission of HI-TRON Mainz is to make full use of the potential of individualized immunotherapy for the benefit of people with cancer, based on the know-how and success results of the partners. The strategic goal is to position Germany among the world’s leaders in this innovative and relevant field. The research projects are selected based on the strict requirement of ensuring the immediate value for the patient as a top priority.