Manchester researcher awarded prestigious NIHR Research Professorship Posted: Thursday, January 9, 2025 Professor Emma Crosbie, Cancer Prevention and Early Detection Co-Theme Lead at the National Institute for Health and Care Research (NIHR) Manchester Biomedical Research Centre (BRC) has been awarded a prestigious NIHR Research Professorship. Continue reading full article: Manchester researcher awarded prestigious NIHR Research Professorship
Manchester researchers identify system that can detect more breast cancer patients eligible for testing for cancer risk genes Posted: Monday, October 7, 2024 A Manchester BRC-funded study has shown that a simple system, called the Manchester Score, can identify more breast cancer patients who are eligible for testing for inherited faulty genes that can cause breast cancer. Continue reading full article: Manchester researchers identify system that can detect more breast cancer patients eligible for testing for cancer risk genes
Manchester research shows women at lower risk of breast cancer after ovarian cancer diagnosis Posted: Thursday, July 25, 2024 Women treated for ovarian cancer caused by an inherited faulty gene have a lower risk of developing breast cancer following that treatment, new research from Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust supported by Manchester BRC has revealed. Continue reading full article: Manchester research shows women at lower risk of breast cancer after ovarian cancer diagnosis
Spotlight On: Cancer Cluster Posted: Tuesday, July 23, 2024 Researchers are trying to reduce the risk of cancer and improve diagnosis, treatments, and survivorship through our Cancer Cluster. Find out more about the range and impact of our cutting-edge research in the third film of our Spotlight On series. Continue reading full article: Spotlight On: Cancer Cluster
Manchester BRC projects recognised at Making a Difference Awards Posted: Wednesday, May 22, 2024 Two Manchester BRC supported research teams have been recognised at The University of Manchester's Making a Difference Awards. Continue reading full article: Manchester BRC projects recognised at Making a Difference Awards
Sarah Harding’s legacy identifies young women at increased risk of breast cancer Posted: Tuesday, May 14, 2024 A groundbreaking cancer research project launched in memory of the late Girls Aloud singer Sarah Harding, is already successfully identifying young women at increased risk of breast cancer after just one year of opening. Continue reading full article: Sarah Harding’s legacy identifies young women at increased risk of breast cancer
Manchester team to be presented with prestigious international award for cancer research Posted: Monday, March 25, 2024 The 'Team Womb' collective based at Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust and The University of Manchester, supported by the NIHR Manchester Biomedical Research Centre, have been awarded a prestigious American Association for Cancer Research Award. Continue reading full article: Manchester team to be presented with prestigious international award for cancer research
Study improves accuracy of predictive breast cancer genetic test for Ashkenazi Jewish women Posted: Monday, July 3, 2023 Manchester researchers have developed a way to improve the accuracy of breast cancer genetic testing for women from Ashkenazi Jewish backgrounds. Continue reading full article: Study improves accuracy of predictive breast cancer genetic test for Ashkenazi Jewish women