In recognition of her dedication to advancing cancer research and supporting programs that ease the burden of cancer on patients, caregivers and communities, Sen. Dianne Feinstein is the 2005 recipient of the American Association of Cancer Institutes Public Service Award.

Ralph deVere White, assistant dean for cancer programs at UC Davis and director of the UC Davis Cancer Center, presented the award to the California senator at the AACI's annual meeting in Arlington, Va., in October.

The AACI consists of 85 of the leading cancer research centers in the United States; its membership roster includes National Cancer Institute-designated centers and academic-based cancer research programs that receive NCI support. UC Davis Cancer Center is one of 10 California cancer centers elected to the organization.