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Family Honors 'Mr. Tomato' with $35M ALS Research Gift

2/15/2025

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In a heartfelt tribute to Paul J. DiMare, affectionately known as "Mr. Tomato," his family has pledged a remarkable $35 million to UMass Chan Medical School to establish the Paul J. DiMare Center for ALS research. This generous donation, pending board approval, seeks to fast-track breakthroughs in neurodegenerative diseases, fulfilling DiMare's dream of curing the incurables.

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In a heartfelt tribute to Paul J. DiMare, affectionately known as "Mr. Tomato," his family has pledged a remarkable $35 million to UMass Chan Medical School to establish the Paul J. DiMare Center for ALS research. This generous donation, pending board approval, seeks to fast-track breakthroughs in neurodegenerative diseases, fulfilling DiMare's dream of curing the incurables.