Jeff Schwarz Center for Neuro-Oncology Research

The IU Simon Comprehensive Cancer Center will accelerate brain cancer and neuro-oncology research through the new Jeff Schwarz Center for Neuro-Oncology Research, established with a $10 million gift.

The center will advance research to understand brain cancer, brain metastases and other neuro-oncology conditions while fostering collaborations among basic scientists, translational researchers and clinicians to accelerate new therapies for patients.

The new center provides 12,000 square feet dedicated to brain cancer research. It's located in the IU School of Medicine's Medical Education and Research Building.

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Jeff Schwarz’s connection to Indiana University spanned decades as a successful alumnus, dedicated Hoosier fan, and generous philanthropic supporter of the cancer center. He was born and raised north of Indianapolis and met his wife Jill during their time as undergraduates at IU Bloomington. They are both proud IU alumni, with Jeff graduating with an undergraduate degree in economics in 1994. Family was a central part of Jeff’s life. Jeff’s daughter Madison is an IU alumna who earned an undergraduate degree in marketing from the Kelley School of Business in 2022, and his son Andrew also attended IU. Alongside his father and brother, Jeff led Schwarz Partners, a corrugated packaging company.

In 2019, Jeff and Jill joined the IU Simon Comprehensive Cancer Center’s Development Board and began generously supporting IU cancer research. When Jeff was diagnosed with glioblastoma in 2022, he doubled down on living life and supporting cancer research through the Schwarz Family and Friends Cancer Research Fund.

Schwarz died Nov. 26, 2023, at his home in Fishers, Ind. The Jeff Schwarz Center for Neuro-Oncology Research creates a permanent legacy for this venerable Hoosier.