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Pooled Genome Data Reveals Four Bowel Cancer Risk Gene Variants
Scientists have discovered four new genetic variants linked to bowel cancer by combining data from three major genome studies.
Institute of Cancer Research Scientist Receives CRUK Future Leaders Prize
Professor Jorge Reis-Filho, a team leader at the Breakthrough Breast Cancer Research Centre at The Institute of Cancer Research, is one of two recipients of the inaugural Cancer Research UK Future Leaders in Cancer Research Prize.
UK's First Dedicated Prostate Cancer Virtual Biobank Launched
Scientists from the ICR have helped develop the first virtual biobank dedicated to prostate cancer research.
Scientists Find Non-viral Pathway of Blood Cancer Development
A study led by the ICR has found three new regions of DNA linked to the development of Hodgkin lymphoma.
Four in 10 Men with Prostate Cancer May Avoid Radical Treatment
Hundreds of UK men are opting to delay aggressive treatment for prostate cancer in favour of being monitored
Scientists Report First Step Towards Genetic Test to Predict Early Menopause
The first Breakthrough Generations Study report could lead to a test to predict reproductive lifespan.
Prostate Cancer Progress
The ICR’s focus on the deadly male cancer is paying off
Urine Protein Could Pave the Way for New Prostate Cancer Test
A new study has shown that a protein in urine could be a powerful indicator of prostate cancer risk.
ICR-Discovered Drug Improved Prostate Cancer Patient Survival
Phase III trial results presented today show a drug developed by British scientists can significantly extend overall survival for men with advanced prostate cancer.
Trial Helps Bring New Prostate Cancer Drug to Market
A drug that the ICR and The Royal Marsden helped develop extends the life of men with advanced prostate cancer.
The Institute of Cancer Research names Professor Alan Ashworth FRS as new CEO
Europe’s leading cancer research centre, The Institute of Cancer Research (ICR), has named eminent scientist Professor Alan Ashworth as its new Chief Executive. Professor Ashworth will take up the appointment in January.
Scientists Unravel Genetic Risk of Bowel Cancer
An international study led by scientists at the ICR has shown how a single variant in a person’s DNA can promote bowel cancer development.
