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How much do preventable risk factors increase the burden of cancer?
We’re funding a new research project into the population-level relevance of preventable risk factors on the global burden of cancer
Diabetes and cancer: using genomics to probe the biological mechanism
This study looks at the biological processes that may link type 2 diabetes and cancer
Investigating the role of lifestyle in neuroendocrine tumours
Neuroendocrine tumors are rare tumors that come from hormone-producing cells in the body. This study aims to investigate the relationship between lifestyle and the development of these tumours
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Can dietary fibre improve the gut bacteria response to immunotherapy in melanoma?
This study aims to enhance immunotherapy in patients with advanced melanoma by supplementing diet with extra dietary fibre
How do persistent organic pollutants (POPs) in diet affect endometrial and breast cancer risk?
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
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How high-intensity exercise and fibre affect immunotherapy outcomes for patients with melanoma
This trial will explore the effects of a high-fibre diet and high-intensity exercise on the gut microbiome, immune function and immunotherapy outcomes in melanoma patients
Defining characteristics to help predict survival from pancreatic cancer
This project will aim to define a set of patient traits within patients’ body composition, nutritional status, and inflammatory state that is predictive of postoperative course and survival of pancreatic cancer.
Impact of obesity on cancer survival using the Systemic Anti-Cancer Therapy Dataset
Researchers are using an NHS database that captures data for all patients in England that have received cancer treatment in the past decade to better understand survival
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Morning lark or night owl: the link between sleep traits and reproductive cancers
New research from the University of Ioannina builds on existing evidence which suggests that a later sleep chronotype may be associated with a higher risk of breast and ovarian cancer.
Physician connects with patients by running the London Marathon
A doctor from Arkansas is fundraising in honour of her loved ones and cancer patients.
WCRF’s Cancer Prevention Workshop receives CPD endorsement
Our online Cancer Prevention Workshop is CPD-endorsed by the Association for Nutrition, supporting professionals on diet and lifestyle.
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Morning lark or night owl: the link between sleep traits and reproductive cancers
New research from the University of Ioannina builds on existing evidence which suggests that a later sleep chronotype may be associated with a higher risk of breast and ovarian cancer.
Largest ever study of vegetarian diets and cancer shows lower risk of 5 cancers
A major new study funded by has revealed how vegetarian diets may help reduce the risk of specific cancer types
International Childhood Cancer Day 2026
We’re marking International Childhood Cancer Day by highlighting our research programmes across our network of charities that are dedicated to improving outcomes for children and young people
Latest research-related news and blogs
Morning lark or night owl: the link between sleep traits and reproductive cancers
New research from the University of Ioannina builds on existing evidence which suggests that a later sleep chronotype may be associated with a higher risk of breast and ovarian cancer.
Largest ever study of vegetarian diets and cancer shows lower risk of 5 cancers
A major new study funded by has revealed how vegetarian diets may help reduce the risk of specific cancer types
International Childhood Cancer Day 2026
We’re marking International Childhood Cancer Day by highlighting our research programmes across our network of charities that are dedicated to improving outcomes for children and young people
Latest research-related news and blogs
Morning lark or night owl: the link between sleep traits and reproductive cancers
New research from the University of Ioannina builds on existing evidence which suggests that a later sleep chronotype may be associated with a higher risk of breast and ovarian cancer.
Largest ever study of vegetarian diets and cancer shows lower risk of 5 cancers
A major new study funded by has revealed how vegetarian diets may help reduce the risk of specific cancer types
International Childhood Cancer Day 2026
We’re marking International Childhood Cancer Day by highlighting our research programmes across our network of charities that are dedicated to improving outcomes for children and young people