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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
Inflammation factors and endometrial cancer: a prospective study
This research supports the hypothesis that inflammation factors play a role in endometrial carcinogenesis
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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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
How does fat distribution influence obesity-related cancer risk? Exploring causality and mechanisms
This study aims to determine if body fat location influences cancer risk, using UK Biobank and Avon Longitudinal Study of Parents and Children datasets to inform targeted prevention strategies for obesity-related cancers
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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Body size and non-muscle invasive bladder cancer outcome
The project aims to generate evidence on the relation between body size and non-muscle invasive bladder cancer outcome and on the mechanism by which body size affects NMIBC recurrence and progression risk
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
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.
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Early life infections: pathways to prevent adult cancers?
This INSPIRE project investigated whether severe acute infections early in life are linked to risk of cancer in early adulthood.
Is exercise safe for people undergoing immunotherapy following a skin cancer diagnosis?
We’ll work with people in Australia who have melanoma to see if an exercise programme is practical, participants attend sessions, follow the plan, and see how they feel about the experience
An investigation into the metabolic pathways of renal cell carcinoma – the MetKid project
This project looks at the metabolic processes by which obesity & hypertension, as well as B vitamins, influence the risk of kidney cancer
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Does a poor diet cause health problems for colorectal cancer survivors?
This research aimed to discover if diet affects the health of colorectal cancer survivors, such as depression, fatigue and anxiety
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
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
More breast cancer-related research grants
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
More breast cancer-related research grants
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
More 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 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
Do different ingredients or cooking methods generate DNA building blocks that promote bowel cancer?
Different ingredients, and cooking and preservation methods, may generate DNA building blocks called non-canonical nucleotides, which could enter cells and cause mutations
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Our Policy team looks back at their most impactful moments and achievements from 2025, with the year in review.
Government takes steps to improve diets and tackle alcohol harm
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Donor power in action: 19 new research awards taking on cancer before and after diagnosis
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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
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Latest research-related news and blogs
Donor power in action: 19 new research awards taking on cancer before and after diagnosis
We’ve awarded 19 new research grants, investing more than £5m to help people avoid cancer and live better and longer after a diagnosis
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?