On February 4, we recognize World Cancer Day—a unifying initiative led by the Union for International Cancer Control (UICC) to raise awareness, improve education, prevent illness, and ensure equitable care for all.
Cancer is a unique crisis, in that it is both global and deeply personal. Most people are affected by it at some point in their lives, whether they have a loved one with cancer or receive a diagnosis themselves. That’s why paving the way to a cancer-free future requires worldwide collaboration.
From building cutting-edge research tech to empowering a culture of unwavering support, take a look at how Oracle is closing the gap for cancer care.
Taking it on as a team
When Kim Levin was diagnosed with breast cancer in 2020, she found herself having to balance work responsibilities with life-saving treatment. Fortunately, her colleagues stepped up to ensure that getting well wouldn’t come at the cost of her career.
“These individuals gave me something no one else could; peace of mind that I would have my professional life to return to. They understood that our careers at Oracle are meant to be long ones, and it’s OK to ask for help during a health crisis.”
Four years later, Kim is thriving as a principal organization and talent development consultant while giving back to community members fighting their own cancer battle.
Great work culture in difficult times
Mukund Moorthy, head of India consulting, discovered the power of Oracle’s work culture after his teenage son, Manas, was diagnosed with cancer in 2019. Treatment would be a long, hard journey, and Manas’ recovery became top priority for the entire family.
“As our world began falling apart, my Oracle family came through for us beyond words. My manager told me to drop everything and go be with my son. My team told me not to worry and they would take care of everything. HR even helped me navigate the complexities of insurance related to cancer.”
Now that Manas is cancer-free, Mukund is more grateful than ever to be part of a community that genuinely cares about his happiness, health, and well-being—both inside and outside the office.
Redefining cancer research with AI
As an industry leader, we’re committed to leveraging our technology to help researchers understand how cancer works and reduce its impact. Oracle Fellows Ishan Barman and Saransh Arora are developing an AI imaging platform that will provide access to highly accurate, reproducible, and economical cancer diagnoses without requiring human interpretation. Not only would this allow for more accurate diagnoses and earlier detection, it would also enable the monitoring of cancer progression over time—resulting in more effective treatments.
At the Ellison Institute, our Microscopy Team is using a combination of high-resolution microscopy and AI-based image analysis to study how cancer cells respond to different treatments. The team is also exploring new ways to detect cell behavior with AI algorithms, which could potentially revolutionize how we diagnose and treat cancer.
Join us in paving the way to a brighter future for all. Explore our open roles today.