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More breast-cancer related research

Defining the role of diet and age in the spreading of breast cancer

Defining the role of diet and age in the spreading of breast cancer

This research assesses metabolism, gene and protein expression in breast cancer cells, aged, obese and control mice with breast tumours and patient samples to understand formation of metastasis

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Childhood growth and body size across the life course: pathways to breast cancer

Childhood growth and body size across the life course: pathways to breast cancer

This research looks at how a woman’s body size throughout her life affects the risk of breast cancer

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Do vegetarian diets lower cancer risk?

Do vegetarian diets lower cancer risk?

This research found that vegetarians had a reduced risk of cancers of the gastrointestinal tract

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More on oesophageal cancer

Exercise and outcomes in advanced oesophageal cancer

Exercise and outcomes in advanced oesophageal cancer

Will a pre-therapy exercise intervention improve the outcomes of patients with advanced oesophageal cancer?

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Investigating major risk factors of oesophageal cancer in north-eastern Iran

Investigating major risk factors of oesophageal cancer in north-eastern Iran

This study will help clarify whether poor diet and hot beverage consumption are important risk factors

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The effect of food and drink on oesophageal cancer risk in east Africa

The effect of food and drink on oesophageal cancer risk in east Africa

This research – funded by WKOF – is looking at whether strong alcohol, heat damage from hot food and drinks, and a restricted diet increase oesophageal cancer risk

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More prostate cancer research

Do vegetarian diets lower cancer risk?

Do vegetarian diets lower cancer risk?

This research found that vegetarians had a reduced risk of cancers of the gastrointestinal tract

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Understanding how obesity-induced tumour metabolites drive prostate cancer progression

Understanding how obesity-induced tumour metabolites drive prostate cancer progression

This study aims to show that changing diet can reverse obesity-induced tumour and prostate cancer progression

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Comprehensive assessment, validation and causal identification of dietary exposures and cancer risk

Comprehensive assessment, validation and causal identification of dietary exposures and cancer risk

Konstantinos Tsilidis’s research uses nutrient-wide association studies to look at lung, breast, colorectal and prostate cancers

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Latest news and blogs

Blocking fat production in lung cells could slow breast cancer metastasis 
A scientist wearing a white lab coat and blue gloves looks through a microscope in a laboratory, researching how blocking fat production could slow breast cancer metastasis, with scientific equipment visible in the background.

Blocking fat production in lung cells could slow breast cancer metastasis 

Scientists have discovered that cancer cells hijack healthy lung cells to produce fats that support breast cancer metastasis.

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A new way to define obesity
A healthcare professional uses a yellow measuring tape to assess waist size, reflecting the new definition of obesity beyond BMI, whilst only their upper bodies and hands are visible.

A new way to define obesity

Is there a better way to classify obesity than relying on BMI alone? We spoke to Dr Heinz Freising at the International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC) about this question and his research into a new definition of obesity.

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Building research where it matters: lessons from studying breast cancer in Sub-Saharan Africa
A group of people wearing bright orange shirts stand together outdoors, smiling at the camera. One person holds a sign that reads CANCER IS JUST A WORD, raising awareness about breast cancer in sub-Saharan Africa. Trees and a billboard are visible in the background.

Building research where it matters: lessons from studying breast cancer in Sub-Saharan Africa

Prof Reginald Annan makes the case for African-led research – and shares what building it from the ground up actually looks like.

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More breast cancer research

Identification of metabolic signatures related to stress and breast cancer risk and survival

Identification of metabolic signatures related to stress and breast cancer risk and survival

This study examines the associations between self-reported stress and breast cancer risk and survival, and then identify novel blood markers of stress

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How short-term fasting can improve chemotherapy in breast cancer patients

How short-term fasting can improve chemotherapy in breast cancer patients

We’re funding a new research project to enhance our understanding of how short-term fasting-mimicking diets enhance the effects of chemotherapy

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Folic acid, epigenetic regulation of BRCA genes and DNA repair

Folic acid, epigenetic regulation of BRCA genes and DNA repair

This research is a step towards helping nutritionists devise dietary recommendations for folic acid intake

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More colorectal cancer research

Do vegetarian diets lower cancer risk?

Do vegetarian diets lower cancer risk?

This research found that vegetarians had a reduced risk of cancers of the gastrointestinal tract

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Vegetables, processed meat, or water: does it matter where we get our nitrate and nitrite from?

Vegetables, processed meat, or water: does it matter where we get our nitrate and nitrite from?

Nitrate-rich vegetables are beneficial for health, but evidence links nitrate in water and meat to cancer

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How does coffee influence large bowel cancer survival?

How does coffee influence large bowel cancer survival?

We’re funding a new research project into how regularly drinking coffee may affect survival from large bowel cancer

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Latest news and blogs

Blocking fat production in lung cells could slow breast cancer metastasis 
A scientist wearing a white lab coat and blue gloves looks through a microscope in a laboratory, researching how blocking fat production could slow breast cancer metastasis, with scientific equipment visible in the background.

Blocking fat production in lung cells could slow breast cancer metastasis 

Scientists have discovered that cancer cells hijack healthy lung cells to produce fats that support breast cancer metastasis.

Read more
A new way to define obesity
A healthcare professional uses a yellow measuring tape to assess waist size, reflecting the new definition of obesity beyond BMI, whilst only their upper bodies and hands are visible.

A new way to define obesity

Is there a better way to classify obesity than relying on BMI alone? We spoke to Dr Heinz Freising at the International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC) about this question and his research into a new definition of obesity.

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Building research where it matters: lessons from studying breast cancer in Sub-Saharan Africa
A group of people wearing bright orange shirts stand together outdoors, smiling at the camera. One person holds a sign that reads CANCER IS JUST A WORD, raising awareness about breast cancer in sub-Saharan Africa. Trees and a billboard are visible in the background.

Building research where it matters: lessons from studying breast cancer in Sub-Saharan Africa

Prof Reginald Annan makes the case for African-led research – and shares what building it from the ground up actually looks like.

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Latest news and blogs

Blocking fat production in lung cells could slow breast cancer metastasis 
A scientist wearing a white lab coat and blue gloves looks through a microscope in a laboratory, researching how blocking fat production could slow breast cancer metastasis, with scientific equipment visible in the background.

Blocking fat production in lung cells could slow breast cancer metastasis 

Scientists have discovered that cancer cells hijack healthy lung cells to produce fats that support breast cancer metastasis.

Read more
A new way to define obesity
A healthcare professional uses a yellow measuring tape to assess waist size, reflecting the new definition of obesity beyond BMI, whilst only their upper bodies and hands are visible.

A new way to define obesity

Is there a better way to classify obesity than relying on BMI alone? We spoke to Dr Heinz Freising at the International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC) about this question and his research into a new definition of obesity.

Read more
Building research where it matters: lessons from studying breast cancer in Sub-Saharan Africa
A group of people wearing bright orange shirts stand together outdoors, smiling at the camera. One person holds a sign that reads CANCER IS JUST A WORD, raising awareness about breast cancer in sub-Saharan Africa. Trees and a billboard are visible in the background.

Building research where it matters: lessons from studying breast cancer in Sub-Saharan Africa

Prof Reginald Annan makes the case for African-led research – and shares what building it from the ground up actually looks like.

Read more

Latest news and blogs

Blocking fat production in lung cells could slow breast cancer metastasis 
A scientist wearing a white lab coat and blue gloves looks through a microscope in a laboratory, researching how blocking fat production could slow breast cancer metastasis, with scientific equipment visible in the background.

Blocking fat production in lung cells could slow breast cancer metastasis 

Scientists have discovered that cancer cells hijack healthy lung cells to produce fats that support breast cancer metastasis.

Read more
A new way to define obesity
A healthcare professional uses a yellow measuring tape to assess waist size, reflecting the new definition of obesity beyond BMI, whilst only their upper bodies and hands are visible.

A new way to define obesity

Is there a better way to classify obesity than relying on BMI alone? We spoke to Dr Heinz Freising at the International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC) about this question and his research into a new definition of obesity.

Read more
Building research where it matters: lessons from studying breast cancer in Sub-Saharan Africa
A group of people wearing bright orange shirts stand together outdoors, smiling at the camera. One person holds a sign that reads CANCER IS JUST A WORD, raising awareness about breast cancer in sub-Saharan Africa. Trees and a billboard are visible in the background.

Building research where it matters: lessons from studying breast cancer in Sub-Saharan Africa

Prof Reginald Annan makes the case for African-led research – and shares what building it from the ground up actually looks like.

Read more

Latest research-related news and blogs

Blocking fat production in lung cells could slow breast cancer metastasis 
A scientist wearing a white lab coat and blue gloves looks through a microscope in a laboratory, researching how blocking fat production could slow breast cancer metastasis, with scientific equipment visible in the background.

Blocking fat production in lung cells could slow breast cancer metastasis 

Scientists have discovered that cancer cells hijack healthy lung cells to produce fats that support breast cancer metastasis.

Read more
A new way to define obesity
A healthcare professional uses a yellow measuring tape to assess waist size, reflecting the new definition of obesity beyond BMI, whilst only their upper bodies and hands are visible.

A new way to define obesity

Is there a better way to classify obesity than relying on BMI alone? We spoke to Dr Heinz Freising at the International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC) about this question and his research into a new definition of obesity.

Read more
Building research where it matters: lessons from studying breast cancer in Sub-Saharan Africa
A group of people wearing bright orange shirts stand together outdoors, smiling at the camera. One person holds a sign that reads CANCER IS JUST A WORD, raising awareness about breast cancer in sub-Saharan Africa. Trees and a billboard are visible in the background.

Building research where it matters: lessons from studying breast cancer in Sub-Saharan Africa

Prof Reginald Annan makes the case for African-led research – and shares what building it from the ground up actually looks like.

Read more

Latest research-related news and blogs

Blocking fat production in lung cells could slow breast cancer metastasis 
A scientist wearing a white lab coat and blue gloves looks through a microscope in a laboratory, researching how blocking fat production could slow breast cancer metastasis, with scientific equipment visible in the background.

Blocking fat production in lung cells could slow breast cancer metastasis 

Scientists have discovered that cancer cells hijack healthy lung cells to produce fats that support breast cancer metastasis.

Read more
A new way to define obesity
A healthcare professional uses a yellow measuring tape to assess waist size, reflecting the new definition of obesity beyond BMI, whilst only their upper bodies and hands are visible.

A new way to define obesity

Is there a better way to classify obesity than relying on BMI alone? We spoke to Dr Heinz Freising at the International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC) about this question and his research into a new definition of obesity.

Read more
Building research where it matters: lessons from studying breast cancer in Sub-Saharan Africa
A group of people wearing bright orange shirts stand together outdoors, smiling at the camera. One person holds a sign that reads CANCER IS JUST A WORD, raising awareness about breast cancer in sub-Saharan Africa. Trees and a billboard are visible in the background.

Building research where it matters: lessons from studying breast cancer in Sub-Saharan Africa

Prof Reginald Annan makes the case for African-led research – and shares what building it from the ground up actually looks like.

Read more

Further research into breast cancer

How does exercise improve cancer-related fatigue in patients with advanced breast cancer?

How does exercise improve cancer-related fatigue in patients with advanced breast cancer?

This study investigates how tailored exercise reduces fatigue and improves quality of life in patients with advanced breast cancer.

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How cholesterol metabolism disruptions influence breast cancer development

How cholesterol metabolism disruptions influence breast cancer development

This study examines the link between cholesterol metabolites, lifestyle factors and breast cancer risk in the European Prospective Investigation into Cancer and Nutrition (EPIC) cohort

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Does exercise offer long-term benefits for people with metastatic breast cancer?

Does exercise offer long-term benefits for people with metastatic breast cancer?

A previous study showed that a supervised exercise programme reduced fatigue, pain and shortness of breath. We want to find out if these effects last

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