Stem cells

New research has uncovered a possible explanation for why some cancers are more common than others, we explore the details.

Brain tumours are one of the biggest challenges in cancer research, but we have a plan to tackle them.

Our scientists have solved the mystery of why a gene involved in human eye development may also play a role in an aggressive form of blood cancer.

Fancy hearing about the latest developments in cancer research? Well some of our scientists might be gathering in a venue near you to tell all.

From Bake Off to the immune system – we explore exciting new research that shows why following the genetic recipe is crucial for producing normal blood cells.

We take a look at science behind widespread but overblown media reports that Botox could be used to treat stomach cancer

As a first year PhD student, I can usually be found slaving away at the bench and looking after my…

Our bodies are made of hundreds of different types of cells. And when processes inside them go wrong, and allow…

It’s been another packed day at the NCRI conference, full of interesting discussion and debate (as were yesterday’s and Sunday’s…

Biology has its share of contentious issues, and the existence of cancer ‘stem cells’ – treatment-resistant cells at the heart…