Latest research-related news and blogs
A new way to define obesity
Is there a better way to classify obesity than relying on BMI alone? We spoke to Dr Heinz Freising at the International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC) about this question and his research into a new definition of obesity.
Building research where it matters: lessons from studying breast cancer in Sub-Saharan Africa
Prof Reginald Annan makes the case for African-led research – and shares what building it from the ground up actually looks like.
Ultra-processed foods: reflections on what we know and what is coming
As consumption of ultra-processed foods rises globally, so do concerns about their health impacts. We unpack what UPFs are, examine emerging evidence on cancer risk, and highlight why further research is critical.
Further breast cancer-related research
How do persistent organic pollutants (POPs) in diet affect endometrial and breast cancer risk?
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
Mechanisms of how body fatness affects breast cancer risk
This study, funded by WCRF International, looks at the effect of body fatness on risk of postmenopausal breast cancer
More breast cancer-related research grants
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
How cholesterol metabolism disruptions influence breast cancer development
This study examines the link between cholesterol metabolites, lifestyle factors and breast cancer risk in the European Prospective Investigation into Cancer and Nutrition (EPIC) cohort
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
Latest news and blogs
A new way to define obesity
Is there a better way to classify obesity than relying on BMI alone? We spoke to Dr Heinz Freising at the International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC) about this question and his research into a new definition of obesity.
Building research where it matters: lessons from studying breast cancer in Sub-Saharan Africa
Prof Reginald Annan makes the case for African-led research – and shares what building it from the ground up actually looks like.
Thank you for Every Step
Rachael Hutson, CEO at World Cancer Research Fund, reflects on the London Marathon 2026 and shares other ways to support our life-saving research.
Latest news and blogs
A new way to define obesity
Is there a better way to classify obesity than relying on BMI alone? We spoke to Dr Heinz Freising at the International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC) about this question and his research into a new definition of obesity.
Building research where it matters: lessons from studying breast cancer in Sub-Saharan Africa
Prof Reginald Annan makes the case for African-led research – and shares what building it from the ground up actually looks like.
Thank you for Every Step
Rachael Hutson, CEO at World Cancer Research Fund, reflects on the London Marathon 2026 and shares other ways to support our life-saving research.
Latest news and blogs
A new way to define obesity
Is there a better way to classify obesity than relying on BMI alone? We spoke to Dr Heinz Freising at the International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC) about this question and his research into a new definition of obesity.
Building research where it matters: lessons from studying breast cancer in Sub-Saharan Africa
Prof Reginald Annan makes the case for African-led research – and shares what building it from the ground up actually looks like.
Thank you for Every Step
Rachael Hutson, CEO at World Cancer Research Fund, reflects on the London Marathon 2026 and shares other ways to support our life-saving research.
Latest news and blogs
A new way to define obesity
Is there a better way to classify obesity than relying on BMI alone? We spoke to Dr Heinz Freising at the International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC) about this question and his research into a new definition of obesity.
Building research where it matters: lessons from studying breast cancer in Sub-Saharan Africa
Prof Reginald Annan makes the case for African-led research – and shares what building it from the ground up actually looks like.
Thank you for Every Step
Rachael Hutson, CEO at World Cancer Research Fund, reflects on the London Marathon 2026 and shares other ways to support our life-saving research.
Further breast-cancer related research
Predicting responses to chemotherapy in breast cancer treatment
We’re funding a new research project into identifying chemotherapy pathways altered by nutrients in breast cancer to help develop a tool to select the best treatment for individual patients
Do vegetarian diets lower cancer risk?
This research found that vegetarians had a reduced risk of cancers of the gastrointestinal tract
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