PROTECT YOUR SKIN. PROTECT YOURSELF. PROTECT YOUR LIFE.
Never has there been such promise for people living with melanoma. We have more treatments and clinical trials available than ever before, and new therapies are constantly on the horizon. While some skin cancers may be aggressive, Outrun the Sun is committed to being even more aggressive in our quest to finding a cure. If you have a special interest in eradicating this disease, please join us. We welcome you.
Fueling Melanoma Research
The Outrun the Sun Melanoma Research Scholar Program supports young investigators who represent some of the nation's top medical institutions. We are honored to support these scholars who help pioneer life-saving discoveries that benefit patients around the world.
Sun Safety Curricula
Giving people and organizations the tools they need to teach sun safety is vital to giving our kids a lifetime of good skin health. We applaud our partners across America whether they are Girl Scout troop leaders, homeschool parents, camp counselors, or teachers. YOU make the difference!
Race Against Melanoma
OCTOBER 8. Don’t miss your chance to gather with family and friends at the sixteenth annual race in Indianapolis. Applaud survivors as they cross the finish line. Watch for your photo on the jumbotron and dance to the music of The Bishops. Sponsor. Participate. Volunteer. Register now.
Learn About Melanoma
Melanoma affects people of all ages and races, and it is estimated that more than 207,000 cases of melanoma will be diagnosed in the United States this year. Learn about prevention, early detection, and clinical trials. Try the melanoma risk calculator and download your guide to early detection.
Preparing Tomorrow's Physicians
We have long known that melanoma is easier to treat at its onset. Thanks to recent funding, our team is developing the first-ever, comprehensive skin cancer curriculum for medical schools. We’ll provide the tools needed to better prepare ALL students, not only those studying dermatology. COMING SOON!
Sun Safety at Indy 500
The Indianapolis 500 is the largest one-day sporting event in the world. Partnering with the Indianapolis Motor Speedway, OTS helps keep race fans sun safe by sharing important messages. This year's public service announcement features race drivers Josef Newgarden, James Hinchcliffe, Jack Harvey, and Robert Wickens.
Order OTS Merchandise
Join the Outrun the Sun team by sporting your favorite OTS-branded merchandise. Choose from regular and UPF clothing, including sweatshirts, quarter-zip styles, hats, and more. Our UV-sensitive wristbands change color when exposed to sunlight, reminding you to be sun safe. Proceeds support OTS' educational programs.
Learn your risk
Try our melanoma calculator to learn your risk. Download Your Guide to Early Detection for useful tips on prevention and also gain information about skin cancer among people of color.
Omar Ali, PhD
Harvard University (formerly)
Lyell Immunopharma
Steve Barthel, PhD
Brigham and Women's Hospital Harvard Medical School
Matthew Block, MD, PhD
Mayo Clinic
Claudia Capparelli, PhD
Kimmel Cancer Center at Jefferson University
Tsing Cheng, PhD
New York University (formerly)
Medical Science Liason, AbbVie
Timothy Corson, PhD
Indiana University
News and Updates
Explore current events, articles, and more.
In the Community
OTS is involved in outreach events like our sun safety program at the Indianapolis 500.
New FDA Approval
The FDA has approved a new combination therapy for adult and pediatric melanoma patients.
2022 Online Forum
Scholars share the latest updates on their work and what it means for melanoma patients.
2022 Scholar Program
Apply now! We are taking applications for our Melanoma Research Scholar Program.
Fundraise for OTS
Plan your own event. Meet the Baker family that has raised over $100,000 to support the mission.