Science Talk
With our Science Talk blog, we hope to lift the lid on the black box that is the ICR: to show you inside our labs, to introduce you to a few of the people here who make the discoveries, and to allow them to tell some of the stories behind the science. We try to put our discoveries in a wider scientific context, and give an idea of how our science is actually done. We also give you the view from the ICR of important developments in the wider world of cancer research.
The genomics revolution and why we need to be smarter in our use of genetic data
Professor Nazneen Rahman spoke about implementing genomic medicine at London’s first Festival of Genomics last week. Dr Eva Sharpe picks out some of the highlights from the talk.
The strange case of the ‘self-curing’ cancer
Henry French blogs on an unusual cancer – and a new theory that could explain why it spontaneously cures without treatment.
Are changes to cancer medicine policy on the horizon?
Talks are underway on issues affecting access to cancer medicines in the UK, and The Institute of Cancer Research is at the discussion table.
A year in cancer research - we look back at some of the highlights of 2015
From new drug approvals to prestigious awards and a prime time documentary about cancer. We present some of our highlights from 2015
Every picture tells a story
ICR researchers were set the challenge of capturing in a single image the groundbreaking work they're doing to make the discoveries that defeat cancer.
Mock trials, 3D printers and strawberry DNA – the ICR opens its doors to local students in Sutton
The ICR gave local sixth formers across Sutton the chance to find out about our research and careers in science at an open evening recently. Public Engagement Officer, Helen Craig talks us through some of her highlights of the evening.
NICE announces latest drug decisions – and it's mixed news for cancer drugs
There are mixed feelings at the ICR today as NICE announces its latest decisions on cancer drugs. Our Science Information and Policy Manager, Dr Eva Sharpe, explains the latest announcement.
Targeting cancers’ weak spot: DNA repair mechanisms
In a session at the NCRI Cancer Conference, scientists – including the ICR’s Professor Johann de Bono – discussed the development of new cancer treatments targeting DNA damage and the importance of research that moves from bench to bedside and back again.
A Royal visit to our partner hospital
HRH The Duke of Cambridge is visiting The Royal Marsden and will learn about some of the world-leading research carried out within our joint Biomedical Research Centre.
Bringing together germline and tumour genetic information for patient benefit
A fascinating session hosted by Professor Nazneen Rahman at the recent NCRI annual conference explored the potential value of integrating genetic information into the patient pathway
Set-back for off-patent drugs as MPs fail to support new Bill
Despite a bold campaign supported by the ICR, improving access to repurposed medicines has been dealt a setback in the House of Commons
The quiet revolution: how high-frequency sound waves are being used to treat cancer pain
Our researchers are using powerful beams of ultrasound to burn away tissue around tumours. Find out more about this exciting new technology to treat cancer.
As the 2015 NCRI conference draws to a close – what have we learned?
The UK's largest cancer conference is over for another year. Our blog looks back at the key themes and highlights from the 4 day event.
On the path to personalising radionuclide therapy
Senior ICR researcher Professor Nandita deSouza hosted a session at this year's NCRI conference on radionucleotide therapy. Our blog looks at the prospect of personalised treatment plans for molecular radiotherapy.
Mentors, motivations, mutations – and more to come from Mel
Professor Mel Greaves last night gave an inspirational overview of his 40-year career in cancer research as he received a major lifetime achievement award.
A house divided: should we be focusing on the causes of breast cancer, or action to prevent it?
A keenly contested debate at the NCRI conference asked whether it was time to move beyond research on causes of breast cancer to the implementation of strategies for prevention.
Welcome to the UK’s largest cancer conference
The ICR communications team is in Liverpool this week, reporting the highlights from the NCRI cancer conference 2015 #NCRI2015
What is it like to study at the UK’s leading academic research centre?
As we start to recruit our latest round of PhD students, we provide a window into student life at The Institute of Cancer Research.
What success looks like in the War on Cancer
More basic cancer research, a braver approach to drug discovery and earlier use of targeted treatments were among the prescriptions for success made by the ICR’s Professor Kevin Harrington at a prestigious debate this week. Dr Claire Hastings went along to find out what he had to say.
Sounding an early warning of cancer’s return
Tests for cancer DNA in the bloodstream can act as an early warning sign that drugs are no longer working, and could change the face of cancer treatment.