2023/10/04

The Breast Cancer Run “Marea Rosa” returns to the streets of Bilbao

The "Marea Rosa" prepares its return to Bilbao on October 8th with the eagerly anticipated solidarity race against breast cancer. This annual event is jointly organized by Acambi (Association of Breast and/or Gynecological Cancer of Bizkaia) and Urtzi gym.

The primary purpose of this race is to increase visibility and contribute to the fight against breast cancer. Acambi organizes this event with a completely solidarity-focused approach, as the funds raised are directed towards research and continuous support for the project initiated by Dr. María del Mar Vivanco, Principal Investigator of the "Cancer Heterogeneity Lab" at CIC bioGUNE – member of BRTA.

Throughout the day, the city will be painted pink with the participation of thousands of runners and walkers joining in a gesture of solidarity to show their support for those affected by breast cancer and to raise funds for research and patient support.

This event has become a symbol in the fight against breast cancer in Bilbao, and a significant turnout and collaboration from the community are expected for this crucial cause.

For more information about the event and how to participate, you can access the link [link].

About the Breast Cancer Association of Bizkaia (Acambi)

The Breast Cancer Association of Bizkaia (Acambi) is an organization that provides support to women affected by breast cancer in the province of Bizkaia, Spain. They offer comprehensive services, information and guidance, promote prevention and early detection, and conduct awareness campaigns. Acambi is a vital resource for affected women, providing emotional support and creating a network of assistance in their recovery process.

About CIC bioGUNE

The Centre for Cooperative Research in Biosciences (CIC bioGUNE), located in the Bizkaia Technology Park, is a biomedical research organization conducting cutting-edge research at the interface between structural, molecular and cell biology, with a particular focus on the study of the molecular bases of disease, for use in the development of new diagnostic methods and advanced therapies.

About BRTA

The BRTA is an alliance made up of 4 collaborative research centres (CIC bioGUNE, CIC nanoGUNE, CIC biomaGUNE and CIC energiGUNE) and 12 technology centres (Azterlan, Azti, Ceit, Cidetec, Gaiker, Ideko, Ikerlan, Lortek, Neiker, Tecnalia, Tekniker and Vicometch), with the aim of developing advanced technological solutions for Basque companies.

With the support of the Basque Government, the SPRI Group and the Provincial Councils of the three regional provinces, the alliance seeks to promote collaboration among its centers, to strengthen the conditions to generate and transfer knowledge to companies, contributing to their competitiveness, and to spread Basque scientific and technological capacity outside of the Basque Country.

BRTA has a staff of 3,500 professionals, accounts for 22% of the Basque Country’s R&D investment, generates an annual turnover of over EUR 300 million and files 100 European and international patents per year.

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