NetApp partners to support childhood cancer research

NetApp has announced its partnership with the Children's Cancer Institute as the Presenting Partner of the CEO Dare to Cure Challenge, aiming to support research into childhood cancer.

For over six years, the relationship between NetApp and the Children's Cancer Institute has enabled the secure management of over 1 terabyte of research data per patient. This collaboration aims to accelerate discoveries that could lead to new treatments and, ultimately, a cure for childhood cancer.

The CEO Dare to Cure Challenge is an annual fundraising event in October that encourages business leaders across Australia to confront their fears for a worthy cause. This year, organisers are seeking to raise USD $1.8 million to fund research that may transform the lives of children suffering from cancer.

Mark Fioretto, Area Vice President and Managing Director for Australia at NetApp, will participate in the Ice Bath Challenge, demonstrating his commitment to the cause. In his words, "As a company, NetApp is committed to making a tangible difference in the fight against childhood cancer. Our partnership with Children's Cancer Institute exemplifies our dedication to using data and technology for the greater good. This Friday, I'll be pushing my limits with an Ice Bath Challenge as part of the CEO Dare to Cure initiative, but it's nothing compared to the challenges these young patients face every day. Together, we're working towards a future where childhood cancer no longer exists."

Anne Johnston, Director of Marketing and Fundraising at Children's Cancer Institute, commented on the partnership, "We are the only independent medical research institute in Australia wholly dedicated to curing childhood cancer. Last year, more than 300 CEOs attended CEO Dare to Cure to raise USD $1.7 million for childhood cancer research, funding the equivalent of 11 senior researchers working in our labs."

Johnston also highlighted, "Partnering with NetApp helps us better manage and analyse the vast amount of data generated through our research, facilitating collaborations and accelerating discoveries. This partnership brings us one step closer to finding a cure for childhood cancer. As we say—'It's not if. It's when.'"

NetApp's role in the CEO Dare to Cure Challenge reflects its commitment to impacting communities through active engagement and advanced technology. The company continues to provide the necessary data infrastructure for the Children's Cancer Institute, ensuring the continuous progression of critical research efforts in the fight against childhood cancer.