Nell studied biology and then did a Masters in science communication. She worked freelance as a science writer and events organiser before joining Cancer Research UK in 2009. She acts as a media spokesperson for the charity and also works on the Annual Review.
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Sometimes the battle of science against cancer can seem like a long, hard slog. But history proves that research can…
In her third and final report from this year’s ASCO conference, Nell Barrie reflects on her personal highlights of the…
In this second report from the ASCO conference, Nell Barrie discusses an experimental “armed antibody” for the treatment of breast…
While the UK enjoyed the rather wet Jubilee celebrations this weekend, thousands of cancer experts gathered in Chicago for the…
Headline writers take note: curry doesn’t cure cancer. But over the years, several studies have given researchers a tantalising glimpse…
If cancer is diagnosed early, it’s nearly always easier to treat successfully. But too many cancers are still diagnosed at…
‘Know your enemy’ is a quote that rings true for scientists studying cancer. And in order to beat the disease…
Anyone who’s been affected by cancer will be used to hearing about the ‘big four’ – breast, lung, bowel and…
Lung cancer is a big problem in the UK November is lung cancer awareness month, so it’s time to focus…