More colorectal cancer research

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

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

Effect of folic acid and vitamin B12 supplementation on DNA methylation

This study shows that supplementation with folic acid & vitamin B12 does not result in pronounced effects on DNA methylation

More breast cancer research

Bridging the gap in physical activity and diet support for breast cancer survivors

The aim of this project is to expand our previous study and improve breast cancer survivors’ exercise, healthy diet habits, quality of life and reduce risk of cancer returning

Using mindfulness to reduce stress in breast cancer patients receiving chemotherapy

This study assesses the effect of a 6-week online mindfulness program on stress reduction and related symptoms in women undergoing chemotherapy for breast cancer

Predicting responses to chemotherapy in breast cancer treatment

We’re funding a new research project into identifying chemotherapy pathways altered by nutrients in breast cancer to help develop a tool to select the best treatment for individual patients

More colorectal cancer research

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

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

The impact of folate and folic acid on colorectal cancer survival

We’re funding a new research project into concerns that excessive intake of folate that may speed up tumour growth or interfere with cancer treatment

Further colorectal cancer research

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

The feasibility of a diet and physical activity intervention to prevent recurrence in colorectal cancer survivors

Judy Ho identified only a limited service in Hong Kong that offers specific dietary and activity advice to prevent cancer relapse

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

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

The impact of folate and folic acid on colorectal cancer survival

We’re funding a new research project into concerns that excessive intake of folate that may speed up tumour growth or interfere with cancer treatment

Will following WCRF/AICR’s Recommendations lessen fatigue in colorectal cancer survivors?

This trial asks if healthier lifestyles can reduce fatigue associated with colorectal cancer treatment

Latest research-related news and blogs

Were you part of the Women’s Cohort Study?

Were you part of the Women’s Cohort Study?

This year marks the 30th anniversary of the UK Women’s Cohort Study, the initial funding for which came from us

Planet-friendly diet reduces risk of dying after cancer diagnosis

A woman browsing at a fruit and veg stall

Planet-friendly diet reduces risk of dying after cancer diagnosis

Eating diet that combines nutrition and sustainability shown to reduce risk of dying from cancer and other diseases among UK cancer survivors

Brisk walking lowers the risk of 5 cancers

Brisk walking lowers the risk of 5 cancers

We’ve funded novel research into the links between walking pace and previously unexamined cancer sites

Latest research-related news and blogs

Were you part of the Women’s Cohort Study?

This year marks the 30th anniversary of the UK Women’s Cohort Study, the initial funding for which came from us

Planet-friendly diet reduces risk of dying after cancer diagnosis

Eating diet that combines nutrition and sustainability shown to reduce risk of dying from cancer and other diseases among UK cancer survivors

Brisk walking lowers the risk of 5 cancers

We’ve funded novel research into the links between walking pace and previously unexamined cancer sites

Latest research-related news and blogs

Were you part of the Women’s Cohort Study?

This year marks the 30th anniversary of the UK Women’s Cohort Study, the initial funding for which came from us

Planet-friendly diet reduces risk of dying after cancer diagnosis

Eating diet that combines nutrition and sustainability shown to reduce risk of dying from cancer and other diseases among UK cancer survivors

Brisk walking lowers the risk of 5 cancers

We’ve funded novel research into the links between walking pace and previously unexamined cancer sites

More research into cancer survivorship

Rebuilding bone with exercise in multiple myeloma

This study’s objectives are to determine the effect of highly targeted exercise on the bone health and quality of life of people with multiple myeloma.

Predicting responses to chemotherapy in breast cancer treatment

We’re funding a new research project into identifying chemotherapy pathways altered by nutrients in breast cancer to help develop a tool to select the best treatment for individual patients

Harnessing γδ T-cell therapies with exercise to treat multiple myeloma

This study investigates how exercise boosts γδ T-cells to strengthen immune responses against multiple myeloma, with the potential to develop new treatments that improve patient outcomes

Latest research-related news and blogs

Were you part of the Women’s Cohort Study?

This year marks the 30th anniversary of the UK Women’s Cohort Study, the initial funding for which came from us

Planet-friendly diet reduces risk of dying after cancer diagnosis

Eating diet that combines nutrition and sustainability shown to reduce risk of dying from cancer and other diseases among UK cancer survivors

Brisk walking lowers the risk of 5 cancers

We’ve funded novel research into the links between walking pace and previously unexamined cancer sites

Further breast cancer-related research

Body composition and breast cancer risk

Laure Dossus’s research study looks at whether the association between body composition and breast cancer risk is mediated by immune function and chronic inflammation

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

Predicting responses to chemotherapy in breast cancer treatment

We’re funding a new research project into identifying chemotherapy pathways altered by nutrients in breast cancer to help develop a tool to select the best treatment for individual patients