More INSPIRE Research Challenge projects
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
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
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
More research into colorectal cancer
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
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
Body fatness at adolescence, adult attained height and the development of tumours in Lynch syndrome
Investigating the role of body fatness at adolescence & height on cancer in people with Lynch syndrome
Latest research-related news and blogs
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?
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
Latest news and blogs
Behind the recipes: Gopi’s inspiration for Cook Through Cancer
Nutritionist Gopi shares her inspiration for the Cook Through Cancer cookbook and how she approached developing recipes for people affected by cancer
Turning evidence into action: insights from our Policy Advisory Group
We ask our Policy Advisory Group to share insights on how best to steer policy and action in cancer prevention worldwide
5 ways the UK government can be bolder on cancer prevention
We explore where the UK government needs to go further to realise its manifesto commitment to shift from sickness to prevention
Latest research-related news and blogs
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?
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
More breast cancer research
How does physical activity reduce the risk of breast cancer?
Funded by WKOF, we’re working on the key biological pathways linking physical activity with breast cancer risk
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.
Exploring the mechanisms linking sleep patterns and breast cancer risk
This INSPIRE project shed light on how being a morning person may help reduce breast cancer risk, identifying 2 proteins that could play a key role.