Animal research

Scientists have mapped out some of the earliest changes that occur in seemingly healthy breast tissue long before any tumours appear.

A team of Cancer Research UK-funded scientists have been investigating the role of exercise in reducing the risk of liver cancer in mice

Naked mole-rats’ exceptional resistance to cancer is thanks to unique conditions in their bodies that stop cancer cells multiplying, according to new research.

The Personalised Breast Cancer Programme in Cambridge is pioneering ways to tackle hard-to-treat breast cancer.

A peculiar type of tumour, in an even more peculiar type of animal, could hold some clues to help scientists overcome immunotherapy resistance in humans.

New research suggests giving a sugar supplement, called mannose, to mice with cancer slows tumour growth.

There’s more to stopping cancer from spreading than simply cutting out chocolate, despite what the headlines say.

Our scientists have made it possible to see the unexpected relationship between immune cells and brain tumour cells.

Our scientists have revealed how a targeted skin cancer drug works, which could help tackle drug resistance.

Pigeons may provide insights on how pathologists, radiologists spot cancer.