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The Institute of Cancer Research, London, is one of the world’s most influential cancer research organisations. Learn about Childhood Cancer Awareness month, read about our new Centre for Cancer Drug Discovery or sign up to our research newsletter.

New way to target cancer’s diversity and evolution

Scientists reveal 3D structure of crucial molecule involved in mixing and matching genetic information within cells.
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Poet Laureate’s ‘poem on a pill’ cuts cancer down to size

Newly appointed Poet Laureate Simon Armitage has written a poem for The Institute of Cancer Research, London, symbolising the goal of precision science to turn cancer into a manageable disease.
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Science highlights – a new email newsletter

'Science highlights' provides monthly updates on the ICR’s latest research news and also promotes scientific vacancies. Issue 3 is now available.
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ICR alumnus Professor Jacques Miller wins prestigious Albert Lasker Award for pioneering research behind modern immunology

Professor Jacques Miller has been jointly awarded an Albert Lasker Award, for his pivotal role in discoveries that laid the foundation for much of the field of modern immunology.
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Let’s finish it: Centre for Cancer Drug Discovery Appeal

We are creating a new state-of-the art drug discovery centre to create more and better drugs for cancer patients. The centre is a £75m build – and we now have less than £14m to raise. To make our building a reality, we urgently need your philanthropic support.
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Smarter, kinder treatments

We will move a step closer to cure by bringing personalised treatments into the clinic and developing them for patients.
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Winner of Queen's Anniversary Prize

The ICR has been recognised with a highly prestigious Queen’s Anniversary Prize for its world-leading research in cancer drug discovery.
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Unravelling cancer’s complexity

We will comprehend the full complexity of cancer by harnessing the power of new technologies and Big Data.
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Creating new treatments that target tumours

Teams of biologists, chemists and computational scientists design new drugs to selectively attack tumours
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Making it count

We will deliver better outcomes and improved quality of life for patients by establishing innovative treatments, diagnostics and strategies for prevention as part of routine healthcare.
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Innovative approaches

We will take on the challenge of cancer’s complexity, evolution and drug resistance through the discovery of innovative new approaches to cancer treatment.
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