News
- New state-of-the-art cancer research building announced
31 March 2011
The Manchester Cancer Research Centre (MCRC) announces a new building for research to develop and improve cancer treatment.
- Cancer charity launches 5m appeal for pioneering research
5 March 2010
Breakthrough Breast Cancer has launched a 5 million appeal for its pioneering Research Unit at The University of Manchester which aims to find new treatments for breast cancer patients.
- HPV vaccine makes girls more cautious about sex
27 October 2009
Nearly 80% of girls say that having the HPV vaccine makes them think twice about the risks of having sex, according to a University of Manchester study published in the British Journal of Cancer.
- Unlocking the body’s defences against cancer
25 Aug 2009
Discovery that allows healthy cells to take charge of cancerous cells.
- Women take extreme diet to help scientists study breast cancer risk
5 August 2009
Ten women took an extreme 900 calorie-a-day diet to help University of Manchester scientists make an important discovery about the link between weight and breast cancer risk.
- New way to kill cancer found using body’s immune system
21 July 2009
Breakthrough that could eventually lead to new treatments for a range of different cancers.
- Cancer research in Manchester ranked top in the UK
18 December 2008
Research Assessment Exercise (RAE) confirms Manchester conducts world-leading cancer research
- Manchester Scientists Showcase work to local MP
Press release: 13 June 2008
Cancer charity fundraisers learn about groundbreaking research
- Funding boost in fight against leukaemia
Press release: 3 July 2008
Researchers awarded £1.6 million to study genes involved in leukaemia
- Manchester Scientists Showcase work to local MP
Press release: 13 June 2008
Cancer charity fundraisers learn about groundbreaking research
- Studies reveal extent of delays in diagnosing teenagers with cancer
9 June 2008
Call for raised awareness among professionals to recognise worrying signs and respond quicker
- Cancer researchers impress their peers... and potential patients
October 2007
The School's researchers enjoyed a successful appearance at the National Cancer Research Institute conference in Birmingham with their work hitting the headlines