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Explore our research

At World Cancer Research Fund International, we believe that funding research is essential to advancing our understanding of how to keep people healthy and reduce the burden of cancer.

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Our commitment is to support groundbreaking research that explores the impact of diet, nutrition – including body composition – and physical activity on cancer prevention and survival.

By investing in these vital projects, we aim to empower individuals and communities with evidence-based strategies to prevent cancer and improve outcomes for those affected by the disease. Together, we strive to build a healthier, cancer-free future.

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Projects database

Browse our latest research projects by cancer type, researcher or institution

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Who we work with
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Who we work with

We’re committed to long-term collaborations to support research in cancer survivorship

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Where we fund
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Where we fund

Find out where across the world our researchers are based

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Supporting researchers
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Supporting researchers

Our Academy empowers the next generation of research leaders

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