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Breast cancer vulnerability could point way to new target treatments
Researchers have identified a vulnerability in some breast cancer cells of a certain type – called triple negative breast cancer – that could be exploited by future targeted drugs.
Tumour 'diaries' track cancers' evolutionary history and predict the future
Scientists have developed a complex mathematical model that uses a snapshot of tumours’ genetic code to reach back in time, revealing its evolutionary history.
Discovery Club members hear about how philanthropy is making a difference to people with cancer
Members of the ICR’s Discovery Club, our high-level giving club of visionary supporters, learned about the difference that philanthropy is making to people with cancer at an event in the impressive surroundings of Two Temple Place, in Central London.
New prostate cancer blood test detects early treatment failure
A new prostate cancer blood test can detect early signs that cancer is evolving to become resistant to treatment, a new study has found.
Increased risk of myeloid blood cancers in relatives of patients
The largest ever study of its type is the first to definitively show an increased risk of blood cancers in relatives of patients.
New ‘super-resolution’ MRI could help plan radiotherapy treatment for lung cancer
Researchers have developed a new technique to create high-quality 3D movies of tissues in the body as they move, which could help doctors plan radiotherapy treatment for cancers including lung tumours.
Scientists uncover DNA ‘shield’ with crucial roles in normal cell division, the immune system and cancer
Scientists have made a major discovery about how cells repair broken strands of DNA that could have huge implications for the treatment of cancer.
ICR part of major MedTech commercialisation programme
The ICR is taking part in a major new initiative to drive forward world-class university commercialisation across the country, and encourage collaboration between higher education institutions.
Tiny changes in prostate cancer blood test could spot early warning signs of treatment not working
A test that can detect trace levels of tumour cells in the blood could help spot early signs of treatment not working for men with advanced prostate cancer.
ICR holds first networking event for scientists and commercial partners
The ICR’s Enterprise Unit has hosted our first ever event for our scientists to meet with possible future partners from the commercial sector.
ICR celebrates a new generation of cancer researchers
The ICR award ceremony took place yesterday, to celebrate the hard work and achievements of our 2018 student graduates – and future generation of cancer researchers.
Broadcaster Victoria Derbyshire and former Cancer Research UK CEO Sir Harpal Kumar awarded honorary doctorates
The ICR has invited three individuals to receive Honorary Degrees to recognise and celebrate their dedication and outstanding achievements in cancer research and awareness.
