Interested in contributing to Cancer Research Catalyst? Read on for information about the process and tips for writing your post.
ABOUT THE BLOG
The American Association for Cancer Research (AACR) is the world’s oldest and largest professional organization dedicated to advancing cancer research. Our mission is to prevent and cure cancer through research, education, communication, and collaboration.
Through our blog, Cancer Research Catalyst, we aim to increase the spread of new knowledge about cancer while providing helpful and interesting information.
AUDIENCE
The blog has a fairly broad reach. Its readers include cancer researchers, patients, and advocates, as well as reporters and the general public.
CONTENT
Posts include information about:
- the latest in cancer research, including studies featured in the AACR’s journals and meetings, news summaries and analysis, and interviews with as well as guest posts from cancer researchers and advocates; and
- the AACR, including updates on the AACR’s policy activities and fundraising initiatives, and messages from AACR leadership.
We accept pitches for guest posts from members, partners, and others affiliated with the AACR. Keep the following tips in mind when preparing your pitch and post:
- Spend some time reviewing past posts to get a feel for the blog before writing.
- Posts should tell a story, deliver a message, or answer a question.
- The best posts define terms and provide background on the research and concepts they discuss.
- Posts should be timely and professional while still maintaining a conversational tone.
- Posts should not be purely promotional.
- Eight hundred to 1,000 words is the ideal length.
- Infographics, photos, and videos can add a lot to your post.
Examples of successful posts include:
Colonoscopy: A Powerful Tool for Cancer Prevention
This guest post helps clarify the results of a study that drew national attention. It explains the science in a clear, concise way to ensure readers can accurately understand the results of this study, its limitations, and implications for the future.
Previewing the Future of Bladder Cancer Research and Care
This Q&A with the co-chairs of a bladder cancer conference offers readers a chance to learn more about the latest advances in this field as well as what drew each of the scientists to their current area of research.
Ductal Carcinoma In Situ: The Weight of the Word “Cancer”
One of our most read-blog posts, this piece examines key questions about DCIS that are of interest to researchers, oncologists, and patients, and continues to serve as a resource on this type of breast tumor.
TIL Therapy: A New Melanoma Treatment 30 Years in the Making
This post offers readers an examination of a newly approved therapy, including the science behind how it works, the years of research that went into developing it, and its impact on the treatment landscape.
PROCESS/CONTACT
You may submit your pitch or draft blog post to [email protected]. We will respond if we feel it is a good fit.
We consider the writing of blog posts a collaborative process. As a result, posts generally go through a few rounds of revisions. The AACR blog team may edit the final post for clarity, length, and style.
Thank you for your interest. Please don’t hesitate to contact us with any questions.
