NWCR
Putting our region's cancer needs first

Meet the Researchers

From life-saving research to leading ground-breaking projects that unveil better and kinder treatments, we strive to tackle the cause, improve the care and, importantly, find the cure. Hear from some of the researchers who make this possible.

NWCR Researchers

PUTTING OUR REGION'S CANCER NEEDS FIRST

Prof. Andy Pettitt

Prof Andy Pettitt is a doctor and scientist in Liverpool who specialises in blood cancer. He recently cycled 300 miles to support North West Cancer Research.

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Prof. Eithne Costello

Professor Eithne Costello, is a Cancer Researcher at the University of Liverpool, focussing on pancreatic cancer, particularly early diagnosis.

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Dr Andrew Fielding

Dr Andrew Fielding is a Group Leader for the Division of Biomedical and Life Sciences at The University of Lancaster. He recently won the award for the Rising Star in Research.

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PUTTING OUR REGION'S CANCER NEEDS FIRST

Dr Rita Cha

Rita Cha is a Senior Lecturer in Biomedical Sciences at Bangor University. She is studying the role of proteins within the body and their part in cancer development.

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Prof. Ian Prior

Professor Ian Prior is the NWCR Professor of Molecular Oncology at the University of Liverpool. He recently won the Excellence in Research award.

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Prof. Sarah Coupland

Professor Sarah Coupland is a Consultant Histopathologist at the University of Liverpool, and Director of North West Cancer Research Centre.

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