• Despite years of research, brain cancer survival rates have remained little-changed in recent years, even while survival rates for many other cancers have been significantly improved.  

• Despite being classified as a rare cancer, glioblastoma’s (GBM) impact is profound due to its rapid progression, high recurrence rate, and limited treatment options. The median survival time following diagnosis is approximately 8 months, underscoring the urgent need for increased research funding and patient support

• GBM can affect men, women, and children of any age, background, or walk of life. GBM does not discriminate—it crosses all boundaries of gender, age, socioeconomic status, religion, and political affiliation.

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• According to the Iowa Cancer Registry, 170 Iowans are predicted to die from brain and central nervous system cancer in 2026

• For young adults aged 20 to 39 in Iowa (a demographic where the state ranks second nationally for overall cancer incidence rates), brain cancer accounts for 14% of all cancer-related deaths, making it the leading cause of cancer mortality in that specific age group