Latest research-related news and blogs

New study shows benefits of physical activity for colon cancer survivors

Man and woman out cycling through the countryside

New study shows benefits of physical activity for colon cancer survivors

The CO21 CHALLENGE Trial shows that exercise after colon cancer treatment resulted in longer disease-free survival

Why is alcohol so popular among older drinkers while young people cut back?

Why is alcohol so popular among older drinkers while young people cut back?

Alcohol is a way of life in societies around the world – yet there are signs of change as young adults are drinking less than previous generations. We spoke to Prof Richard Cooke about the psychology of drinking alcohol

Were you part of the Women’s Cohort Study?

Were you part of the Women’s Cohort Study?

This year marks the 30th anniversary of the UK Women’s Cohort Study, the initial funding for which came from us

Latest research-related news and blogs

New study shows benefits of physical activity for colon cancer survivors

The CO21 CHALLENGE Trial shows that exercise after colon cancer treatment resulted in longer disease-free survival

Why is alcohol so popular among older drinkers while young people cut back?

Were you part of the Women’s Cohort Study?

This year marks the 30th anniversary of the UK Women’s Cohort Study, the initial funding for which came from us

Further research into breast cancer

Mapping the impact of obesity on the normal breast

This study examines how postmenopausal obesity affects breast cancer risk by analyzing breast tissue changes and testing anti-obesity drugs

Body mass index in childhood and risk of pre-menopausal breast cancer

The study aims to determine whether a larger body size in childhood protects against a risk of pre-menopausal breast cancer.

Childhood growth and body size across the life course: pathways to breast cancer

This research looks at how a woman’s body size throughout her life affects the risk of breast cancer

Latest research-related news and blogs

New study shows benefits of physical activity for colon cancer survivors

The CO21 CHALLENGE Trial shows that exercise after colon cancer treatment resulted in longer disease-free survival

Why is alcohol so popular among older drinkers while young people cut back?

Were you part of the Women’s Cohort Study?

This year marks the 30th anniversary of the UK Women’s Cohort Study, the initial funding for which came from us

More research into colorectal cancer

Metabolomic profiling and colorectal cancer risk

This study, funded by WCRF International, provides new insights into metabolic pathways that may play a role in colon cancer development

Height and cancer risk: energy restriction and genetic variation

This WKOF-funded research aims to shed light on the mechanisms behind adult-attained height and cancer risk

How does coffee influence large bowel cancer survival?

We’re funding a new research project into how regularly drinking coffee may affect survival from large bowel cancer

Further breast cancer-related research

Childhood growth and body size across the life course: pathways to breast cancer

This research looks at how a woman’s body size throughout her life affects the risk of breast cancer

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

Breast cancer and exercise: improving quality of life in cancer survivors

This study will investigate if exercise can prevent functional disability in breast cancer survivors

More physical activity-related research

Does exercise during treatment help patients survive cancer?

Studying the molecular mechanisms underlying the protective effect of preoperative exercise in patients with gastro-oesophageal cancer

Understanding the role of obesity and nutrition in the development of multiple myeloma

Feasibility study for helping patients with chemo-induced peripheral neuropathy

Feasibility study on balance and cognitive training for patients with chemo-induced peripheral neuropathy

Latest research-related news and blogs

New study shows benefits of physical activity for colon cancer survivors

The CO21 CHALLENGE Trial shows that exercise after colon cancer treatment resulted in longer disease-free survival

Why is alcohol so popular among older drinkers while young people cut back?

Were you part of the Women’s Cohort Study?

This year marks the 30th anniversary of the UK Women’s Cohort Study, the initial funding for which came from us

Latest research-related news and blogs

New study shows benefits of physical activity for colon cancer survivors

The CO21 CHALLENGE Trial shows that exercise after colon cancer treatment resulted in longer disease-free survival

Why is alcohol so popular among older drinkers while young people cut back?

Were you part of the Women’s Cohort Study?

This year marks the 30th anniversary of the UK Women’s Cohort Study, the initial funding for which came from us

Latest research-related news and blogs

New study shows benefits of physical activity for colon cancer survivors

The CO21 CHALLENGE Trial shows that exercise after colon cancer treatment resulted in longer disease-free survival

Why is alcohol so popular among older drinkers while young people cut back?

Were you part of the Women’s Cohort Study?

This year marks the 30th anniversary of the UK Women’s Cohort Study, the initial funding for which came from us

Further research into colorectal cancer

Identifying the influence of the microbiome and metabolome on intestinal stem cells

We aim to find out if bacteria affect the behaviour of normal and cancerous intestinal stem cells.

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

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