Cancer news

CRISPR-Cas9 is a world-renowned genome editing tool, but much of the hype has been focused on direct clinical applications. But there is clear potential for utilising the system in functional genomic screens to develop new cancer medicines…

Dr Hugo De La Pena, the face of our latest TV advert, explains how a second chance at life led to a career dedicated to curing cancer.  

A poll has revealed 50% of UK adults with a possible cancer symptom wait 6 months or more before contacting their GP. Why might people not seek help when they need it?

As the Conservative leadership campaign continues towards its finale, our next Prime Minister must make cancer a priority

We spoke to Dr Vivian Li and Rupal Mistry about their thoughts on the Cancer Revolution exhibition at the Science Museum.

Our policy department give us an update on the current state of play on post-Brexit science funding, what you can do to help and what we know about the Government’s ‘Plan B’…

Cancer Research UK is proud to launch the Black Leaders in Cancer PhD Scholarship Programme- helping develop the next generation of Black leaders in cancer research

A targeted cancer drug has been approved to treat some people with breast cancer that has a high-risk of returning.

Cancer Research UK is ready to seize new opportunities following the publication of its Annual Report and Accounts 2021/22 today….