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Do diet and obesity increase the risk of bladder cancer?
Using data from over 3.5 million people, we aim to determine if what we eat and how much we weigh affects our risk of bladder cancer
Social inequality and sex and the relationship between lifestyle and cancer
This project, funded by WKOF, will estimate the proportion of avoidable cancer cases and risk of cancer if healthier choices were implemented among certain socio-economic groups
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
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Targeting metabolic vulnerabilities in pancreatic cancer
In this project, we aim to starve pancreatic cancer cells of cysteine and determine whether this approach may represent a new therapeutic strategy to fight this devastating cancer.
CBT for insomnia in adults with primary brain tumours
Evaluating whether a telehealth group cognitive behavioural therapy programme can be safely delivered to people living with primary brain tumour in Australia
Vitamin D and prostate cancer
Richard Martin and his team observed an association between vitamin D and more aggressive cancers
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Physical activity, sedentary behaviour and cancer risk in people with comorbidities
We’re funding a new research project into whether physical activity and sedentary behaviours can affect the risk of developing cancer in people with comorbidities
Identifying which nutrients may cause or protect against prostate cancer
Our research hypothesises that folate, vitamin B12, & iron may increase cancer risk; selenium, vitamin D, E & lycopene may protect against
Is cancer interacting with diseases such as diabetes in overweight patients?
Obesity and cancer risk, and mortality among cancer patients: the role of comorbidities
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Breast cancer: effect of yoga on endocrine-related musculoskeletal symptoms
The aim of this study is to assess the effect of yoga in women with a breast cancer diagnosis who suffer from joint pain and stiffness caused by hormone therapy.
Targeting metabolic vulnerabilities in pancreatic cancer
In this project, we aim to starve pancreatic cancer cells of cysteine and determine whether this approach may represent a new therapeutic strategy to fight this devastating cancer.
Diet, weight and physical activity and risk of glioma
This study aims to identify lifestyle factors influencing glioma risk, using pooled data from over 2 million participants in 21 studies worldwide to inform glioma prevention strategies
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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
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
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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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
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
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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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
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
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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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
Can vitamin D reduce fatigue in colorectal cancer patients?
A study to test whether vitamin D supplementation improves fatigue in patients with a colorectal tumor
Chronic platelet activation – a major link between diet, lifestyle and cancer risk?
We’re funding the first comprehensive prospective study on chronic platelet activation in healthy subjects and subsequent cancer risk
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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.
Cancer survivor runs the London Marathon in memory of his dad
A man who was diagnosed with Hodgkin lymphoma is running the London Marathon for prevention research.
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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.
Cancer survivor runs the London Marathon in memory of his dad
A man who was diagnosed with Hodgkin lymphoma is running the London Marathon for prevention research.
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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
The UK’s junk food ad ban: a cautionary tale of delay and dilution
Senior Policy and Public Affairs Officer, Melissa Dando, sets out why marketing restrictions on junk food are particularly tricky to get over the line despite the benefits to public health and cancer prevention.
Latest research-related news and blogs
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
The UK’s junk food ad ban: a cautionary tale of delay and dilution
Senior Policy and Public Affairs Officer, Melissa Dando, sets out why marketing restrictions on junk food are particularly tricky to get over the line despite the benefits to public health and cancer prevention.