Gliomatosis Cerebri International Registry

Joshua Bembo and Elizabeth Minter

Joshua Bembo and Elizabeth Minter both succumbed to gliomatosis cerebri, and their families have been instrumental in funding new research. Read their stories

MRI Scans

These MRI scans show the infiltrative nature of gliomatosis cerebri — the tumor's ill-defined edges make it impossible to remove surgically.
About Gliomatosis Cerebri

Gliomatosis Cerebri International Registry

A brain tumor patient receives intra-arterial chemotherapy, now in clinical trial at the Weill Cornell Children's Brain Tumor Project. More About the Children's Brain Tumor Project

Enroll in the Registry

The GC Registry aggregates data and tissue samples from patients around the world. Intensive study of these samples and data will help unlock the mysteries of this terrible tumor. Contact us about enrolling a patient or donating tissue.

The Children's Brain Tumor Project is an innovative research project of the Weill Cornell Pediatric Brain and Spine Center. Find out more about the Children's Brain Tumor Project.

About Joshua Bembo

Joshua was diagnosed with gliomatosis cerebri a week before his eighth birthday, and lost his battle with it just 15 months later. Read Joshua's story, and learn how he inspired this registry.

About Elizabeth Minter

Elizabeth was a 19-year-old college sophomore when she was diagnosed with GC. During her 17-month struggle, she worked with Dr. Jeffrey Greenfield to found Elizabeth's Hope, a campaign to raise funds and awareness. Read Elizabeth's story.