For cancer research

Cornell biologist W. Lee Kraus, second from left, assistant professor of molecular biology and genetics, receives a check for a four-year, $650,000 Research Scholar Grant from the American Cancer Society (ACS) to help his laboratory learn more about how the hormone estrogen regulates the growth of cells in the human body -- including cells that develop into breast cancers. Presenting the check at an ACS 2003 Mardi Gras of the Finger Lakes reception at Maxie's Supper Club in Ithaca, Jan. 6, are, from left, Scott Thompson, chairperson for the March 4 ACS Mardi Gras event; Don Distasio, ACS Eastern Division CEO; and master of ceremonies Will Cooke. Charles Harrington/University Photography