Study targets tumour microenvironment to overcome resistance
17 Jan 2020
Targeting nearby ‘normal’ cells in blood cancers could improve survival rates.
Detailed study of most comprehensive map of breast cancer risk
7 Jan 2020
A major international study of the genetics of breast cancer has identified more than 350 DNA ‘errors’ that increase an individual’s risk of developing the disease. The scientists involved say these errors may influence as many as 190 genes.
CRUK Cambridge Centre Events Calendar 2020
6 Jan 2020
We organise meetings, workshops, networking events and talks to encourage researchers and healthcare professionals from different disciplines to work together.
Our research highlights from 2019
17 Dec 2019
Workshop: Collaborative Approaches to Cancer Imaging. Applying known methods in new ways.
10 Dec 2019
Workshop - Collaborative Approaches to Cancer Imaging: Applying known methods in new ways, Thursday 13th February
Root of childhood kidney cancer discovered
4 Dec 2019
A fundamental change in our understanding of the childhood kidney cancer Wilms’ tumour is on the horizon, after the discovery of its earliest genetic root.
Early Detection Symposium 2020 Monday 27 January
21 Nov 2019
The CRUK Cambridge Centre Early Detection Programme presents its 5th Annual Symposium capturing some of the latest research in the field.
New approach to improve effectiveness of melanoma treatment
15 Nov 2019
Blocking a survival mechanism could tackle melanoma treatment resistance.
Olympic athletics official with throat cancer backs charity campaign
7 Nov 2019
Throat cancer patient, Paul Rutter, backs Cancer Research UK campaign which urges people to act ‘right now’ in the fight against the disease.
Cambridge sweeps NCRI Excellence Awards
5 Nov 2019
Cambridge researchers win three out of four NCRI Excellence Awards at cancer conference