More colorectal cancer research
Insulin resistance as driver of myosteatosis in colorectal cancer
This study explores if insulin resistance drives fat accumulation in muscles, and worsen the prognosis of people with colorectal cancer
Investigating colorectal cancer in young adults
We’re funding a new research project into the role of overweight/obesity, diabetes, diet, and physical inactivity in early-onset colorectal cancer
How does consuming cow milk affect colon cancer risk?
We’re funding a new research project into how bovine products may result in colon inflammation, damaging the cells
More colorectal cancer research
Are metabolites associated with obesity causing colorectal cancer?
This research looks at whether the impact of obesity on colorectal cancer is mediated through changes to the circulating metabolome
Helping colorectal cancer survivors at risk of cardiovascular disease
We’re funding a new research project into helping people with colorectal cancer who are at high risk of cardiovascular disease to improve their physical activity, diet, and sleep
Insulin resistance as driver of myosteatosis in colorectal cancer
This study explores if insulin resistance drives fat accumulation in muscles, and worsen the prognosis of people with colorectal cancer
More colorectal cancer research
Vitamin D and lifestyle, large bowel cancer development and Lynch syndrome
We’re funding a new research project into how lifestyle factors and vitamin D levels can affect the risk of large bowel cancer in people with Lynch syndrome
Sleep quality, fatigue and inflammation after colorectal cancer treatment
We’re funding a new research project to quantify and understand how daily eating and physical behaviour patterns are associated with sleep quality, fatigue and inflammation in people with colorectal cancer
How does physical activity lower the risk of cancer?
This research, funded by WCRF International, looks at how our genetics affect immunity, hormones and metabolism, and how these affect activity
More colorectal cancer research
Do different ingredients or cooking methods generate DNA building blocks that promote bowel cancer?
Different ingredients, and cooking and preservation methods, may generate DNA building blocks called non-canonical nucleotides, which could enter cells and cause mutations
Unravelling the balance between dietary protein and fibre intake for people with bowel cancer
We’re trying to work out the optimal intake of dietary protein for people with bowel cancer, especially when fibre intake is low
Helping colorectal cancer survivors at risk of cardiovascular disease
We’re funding a new research project into helping people with colorectal cancer who are at high risk of cardiovascular disease to improve their physical activity, diet, and sleep
More colorectal cancer research
Identifying the influence of the microbiome and metabolome on intestinal stem cells
We aim to find out if bacteria affect the behaviour of normal and cancerous intestinal stem cells.
Height and cancer risk: energy restriction and genetic variation
This WKOF-funded research aims to shed light on the mechanisms behind adult-attained height and cancer risk
Why does food increase or decrease the risk of colorectal cancer?
This research will aim to identify mechanistic (biological) pathways linking diet to colorectal (bowel) cancer
Latest research-related news and blogs
Donor power in action: 19 new research awards taking on cancer before and after diagnosis
We’ve awarded 19 new research grants, investing more than £5m to help people avoid cancer and live better and longer after a diagnosis
The importance of pilot and feasibility studies
Researchers use these studies to identify and explore potential challenges before a main trial begins
Try our quiz on 1990s food trends
What were those delicious toastable pastry snacks called? What curry-based song was released for the World Cup in 1998?
Further colorectal cancer research
Body composition and colorectal cancer recurrence and survival
This WCRF-funded research showed that body composition is associated with chances of survival after colorectal cancer and with fatigue
Adherence to the WCRF/AICR Cancer Prevention Recommendations and Cancer Risk in the EPIC
This research investigated whether following our Recommendations was related to risk of cancers and death
How western diets alter stem cells and induce colon cancer
This project will investigate which western-style diet-related factors influence the inflammation of stem cells and the development of colon cancer
More colorectal cancer research
How does physical activity lower the risk of cancer?
This research, funded by WCRF International, looks at how our genetics affect immunity, hormones and metabolism, and how these affect activity
Examining the link between lifestyle, immune-related tumour characteristics and colorectal cancer recurrence
How lifestyle and immune-related tumour characteristics impact the recurrence of large bowel cancer, with the goal of developing personalised prevention guidelines
Does a poor diet cause health problems for colorectal cancer survivors?
This research aimed to discover if diet affects the health of colorectal cancer survivors, such as depression, fatigue and anxiety
Latest research-related news and blogs
Donor power in action: 19 new research awards taking on cancer before and after diagnosis
We’ve awarded 19 new research grants, investing more than £5m to help people avoid cancer and live better and longer after a diagnosis
The importance of pilot and feasibility studies
Researchers use these studies to identify and explore potential challenges before a main trial begins
Try our quiz on 1990s food trends
What were those delicious toastable pastry snacks called? What curry-based song was released for the World Cup in 1998?
More colorectal cancer research
The role of inflammation in the link between obesity and colorectal cancer
We are funding a new research project into the role of inflammation in the association between obesity and bowel cancer risk.
Do vegetarian diets lower cancer risk?
This research found that vegetarians had a reduced risk of cancers of the gastrointestinal tract
How does physical activity lower the risk of cancer?
This research, funded by WCRF International, looks at how our genetics affect immunity, hormones and metabolism, and how these affect activity
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How a lifetime of data provides lifelines for cancer research
Three decades ago, we funded an exciting project on women’s health. 30 years later, scientists and women from the study gathered to look back on what the UK Women’s Cohort Study has achieved
What helps bowel cancer survivors eat healthily and stay active after treatment?
Research in the Netherlands is providing a better picture of the challenges people with bowel cancer face, and what can motivate them towards better health
New study shows benefits of physical activity for colon cancer survivors
The CO21 CHALLENGE Trial shows that exercise after colon cancer treatment resulted in longer disease-free survival
Latest research-related news and blogs
Donor power in action: 19 new research awards taking on cancer before and after diagnosis
We’ve awarded 19 new research grants, investing more than £5m to help people avoid cancer and live better and longer after a diagnosis
The importance of pilot and feasibility studies
Researchers use these studies to identify and explore potential challenges before a main trial begins
Try our quiz on 1990s food trends
What were those delicious toastable pastry snacks called? What curry-based song was released for the World Cup in 1998?