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Thank you for your support in 2025!
It’s been a busy year for World Cancer Research Fund as we continue to fund pioneering new research into cancer prevention. Here’s how your generous donations have made a difference in 2025
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.
More lung cancer research
Evaluating the protective effect of folate against lung cancer in a large European prospective study
Blood concentrations of vitamin B6 and methionine were lower in lung cancer cases than in controls in a study funded by WCRF International
Exploring selenium and lung cancer risk
We’re studying how selenium may influence lung cancer biology and survival of cancer cells, with the aim of informing future guidance
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
Latest news and blogs
Thank you for your support in 2025!
It’s been a busy year for World Cancer Research Fund as we continue to fund pioneering new research into cancer prevention. Here’s how your generous donations have made a difference in 2025
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.
More prostate cancer research
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
Does the age you are obese matter?
Obesity is associated with an increased risk of death from prostate cancer, but the underlying causes are poorly understood
Do vegetarian diets lower cancer risk?
This research found that vegetarians had a reduced risk of cancers of the gastrointestinal tract
More body composition-related research
The impact of obesity and insulin on cancer risk
Our research will assess the role of obesity and insulin across multiple cancers using Mendelian randomisation
How do persistent organic pollutants (POPs) in diet affect endometrial and breast cancer risk?
Metabolic syndrome, gut microbiome, and breast cancer risk in Sub-Saharan African women
The ABCS study examines how metabolic syndrome and the gut microbiome may impact breast cancer risk in Ghanaian women to support prevention strategies and personalised care in Sub-Saharan Africa
More on oesophageal cancer
Is exercise helpful after oesophageal cancer surgery?
We’re investigating the effect of exercise on quality of life in patients after surgery for oesophageal cancer
Drinking hot tea – what are the cancer risks?
WCRF-funded research has gained new insights on oesophageal cancer risk factors in north-east Iran
The effect of food and drink on oesophageal cancer risk in east Africa
This research – funded by WKOF – is looking at whether strong alcohol, heat damage from hot food and drinks, and a restricted diet increase oesophageal cancer risk
Latest news and blogs
Thank you for your support in 2025!
It’s been a busy year for World Cancer Research Fund as we continue to fund pioneering new research into cancer prevention. Here’s how your generous donations have made a difference in 2025
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.
More breast cancer research
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
Bridging the gap in physical activity and diet support for breast cancer survivors
The aim of this project is to expand our previous study and improve breast cancer survivors’ exercise, healthy diet habits, quality of life and reduce risk of cancer returning
Isoflavones and lignans in breast cancer among Chinese women
This Hong Kong study will add to the data on the effects of dietary phytoestrogen on breast cancer outcomes
Latest news and blogs
Thank you for your support in 2025!
It’s been a busy year for World Cancer Research Fund as we continue to fund pioneering new research into cancer prevention. Here’s how your generous donations have made a difference in 2025
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.
More prostate cancer research
ERADICATE exercise trial to improve tumour perfusion alongside radiotherapy for prostate cancer patients
The ERADICATE exercise trial aims to increase the flow of oxygen to the prostate tumour alongside radiotherapy.
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
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