Further breast cancer-related research
Plasma carotenoids, vitamin C and risk of breast cancer
This research found that women with higher levels of certain antioxidants appeared to have lower breast cancer risk
Can a diet rich in polyphenols improve the health of breast cancer survivors?
We’re funding a new research project into whether a diet rich in polyphenols is related to better health among breast cancer survivors
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.
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The UK government’s response to the CMA infant formula market study: what we think
The UK government has published its response to the Competition and Markets Authority’s (CMA) infant formula study – here’s our verdict on their response
12 months – 12 moments: a year in review
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
Our response to the UK Budget on 26 November 2025 – in which the government has made initial steps towards tackling obesity and alcohol harm
Latest news and blogs
The UK government’s response to the CMA infant formula market study: what we think
The UK government has published its response to the Competition and Markets Authority’s (CMA) infant formula study – here’s our verdict on their response
12 months – 12 moments: a year in review
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
Our response to the UK Budget on 26 November 2025 – in which the government has made initial steps towards tackling obesity and alcohol harm
More colorectal cancer research
Do vegetarian diets lower cancer risk?
This research found that vegetarians had a reduced risk of cancers of the gastrointestinal tract
Do environmental pollutants contribute to colorectal cancer?
We hypothesise that exposure to microplastics/nanoplastics and PM2.5 contributes to the onset or speed of colorectal cancer progression, through inflammation and affecting how the immune system works
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
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?
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?
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?
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?
Browse all our research projects
The effect of physical activity on heart health in blood cancer patients
We’re investigating if you can prevent the adverse cardiometabolic consequences of allogeneic stem cell transplant with physical activity
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
Unravelling the balance between dietary protein and fibre intake for people with bowel cancer
We’re trying to work out the optimal intake of dietary protein for people with bowel cancer, especially when fibre intake is low
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?
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?
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?