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Our Research Projects

Today, more people than ever survive cancer and live full, healthy lives. Whilst this is promising progress, at North West Cancer Research, we want to make cancer survival possible for everyone.

Researchers

But this goal can only be achieved through research.

That’s why, with your support, we currently fund more than 50 world-class cancer research projects across the North West and North Wales.

Research that lets us understand and prevent the most common cancers in our region.

Research that helps people like you and your loved ones.

As proud Association of Medical Research Charities members, we fund only the highest quality projects.

By adhering to AMRC processes and guidance, you can rest assured that our funding is transparent and the management of our research priorities rigorous.

Read on to learn more about our projects and their positive impact on our region.

Together we will find the cure.

It’s no exaggeration to say that our team of dedicated and talented researchers are life savers.

From vital studies to ground-breaking research projects, they help us discover better, kinder treatments which pave the way for a cancer-free future.

Learn more about their roles and how their vital work helps people in the North West and North Wales.

Research Updates

Fellowship to try detect ovarian cancer in early stages

This fellowship aims to create a new blood test to detect ovarian cancer at its earliest stages when it is most treatable.

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Charity leads fight against region’s cancer deaths

The North West is being urged to recognize early signs of cancer as report shows death rates are higher than national average.

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New technology predicts likelihood of developing lung cancer

Dr Danielle Bury and her team have been testing a sensor-based technology which analyses a small volume of saliva.

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Lancaster University colorectal cancer prehabilition study

The team has previously tested a prehabilitation intervention that involves nutritional support and an exercise plan prior to surgery.

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Improving womb cancer detection alongside Eve Appeal

Dr Njoku and his team have found that they can use proteins in vaginal fluid to test for womb cancer- without any invasive techniques.

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Breast cancer researchers trialling new drug

A team of experts will determine if new drug, Rivaroxaban, and piece of equipment, the Phenocyclyer System, can increase immunity in breast cancer patients.

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Mesothelioma UK partnership explores asbestos cancers

We have partnered with Mesothelioma UK to jointly fund a research study into new clinical treatments for the pleural form of asbestos-related cancer, mesothelioma.

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Understanding treatment resistance in pancreatic cancer patients

A team of Liverpool University scientists is seeking to advance pancreatic cancer treatment by understanding molecular barriers.

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Impact of cancer diagnosis on informal caregivers

A team of North West Cancer Research-funded researchers is exploring the psychological impact of cancer diagnoses on informal caregivers.

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