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The Matthew Larson Foundation for Pediatric Brain Tumors, or IronMatt, understands firsthand how frightening a childhood brain cancer diagnosis can be. 

That’s why we’re on a mission to build a network committed to reducing family hardship, funding pediatric brain tumor research, and giving children the opportunity to live long, healthy lives.

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Dr.s Crystal Mackall and Michelle Monje in their lab

Dr. Michelle Monje, IronMatt MAC Member, Published for Advancement in Treatment of Diffuse Midline Gliomas with CAR-T Cells

November 23, 2024

Dr. Michelle Monje, a member of the IronMatt Medical Advisory Committee, and her colleague, Dr. Crystal Mackall, both of Stanford Medicine led a promising immune cell trial which led to the

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IronKid Lily is a Big Sister

November 13, 2024

Attendees at the 2024 September Gala learned about IronKid Lily and her battle with DIPG. We also learned that Lily had a bit of good news coming her way, mom

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Matt Giegerich to Lead IronMatt as CEO

September 1, 2024

Matt Giegerich joins the IronMatt staff as Chief Executive Officer and leader of the Foundation’s mission: to build a network committed to reducing family hardship, funding pediatric brain tumor research

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New Jersey Man is “Hair” to Help

December 19, 2023

Joe Albertini has been inspired by his co-worker, Drew Malsbury, to start a giving campaign for IronMatt. For years Drew has donated his gorgeous locks to charities to help make

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