Researchers identify a novel type of genetic change resulting in inherited breast cancer Posted: Friday, August 3, 2018 Researchers from NIHR Manchester Biomedical Research Centre have identified a new mechanism which switches off a gene in families affected by breast and ovarian cancer. Continue reading full article: Researchers identify a novel type of genetic change resulting in inherited breast cancer
Prevention better than cure? – 17 September Posted: Thursday, July 26, 2018 An opportunity to discuss and develop understanding around risk factors influencing disease occurrence and re-occurrence. Continue reading full article: Prevention better than cure? – 17 September
How can we use ‘Big Data’ to improve early cancer detection? Posted: Monday, July 2, 2018 Author: Dr Ellena Badrick Ellena Badrick, Cancer Data Scientist, blogs about her research, where she is looking at how working with large data cohorts can help improve early cancer detection. Continue reading full article: How can we use ‘Big Data’ to improve early cancer detection?
Cancer Prevention and Early Detection Theme marks successful first year with research showcase Posted: Tuesday, June 26, 2018 On 1st June the BRC’s Cancer Prevention and Early Detection (PED) Theme held a research showcase open to researchers and collaborative partners to celebrate a successful first year of funding. Continue reading full article: Cancer Prevention and Early Detection Theme marks successful first year with research showcase
BRC wins bid to join NIHR BioResource network Posted: Wednesday, May 23, 2018 The Manchester BRC and CRF have been chosen as one of 13 centres around England which will contribute to the new NIHR BioResource for Translational Research in Common and Rare Diseases. Continue reading full article: BRC wins bid to join NIHR BioResource network
Free 40 minute PPI drop in sessions available for BRC researchers Posted: Monday, April 30, 2018 The Public Programmes Team are running free Patient and Public Involvement (PPI) advice sessions for BRC and CRF researchers working in the areas of cancer, dermatology and musculoskeletal research. Continue reading full article: Free 40 minute PPI drop in sessions available for BRC researchers
Improving clinical pathways through prediction of health risks and outcomes – 21 June Posted: Monday, April 23, 2018 This interactive workshop is an opportunity to learn more about the use of data to predict health risks and outcomes for clinical pathway redesign and disease prevention. Continue reading full article: Improving clinical pathways through prediction of health risks and outcomes – 21 June
Short research placements available for nurses, midwives, pharmacists and allied health professionals – closes 8th May Posted: Tuesday, April 3, 2018 The NIHR Manchester BRC, in collaboration with the NIHR Manchester Clinical Research Facility (CRF) and supported by Corridor Manchester and Health Innovation Manchester is investing in the next generation of NHS researchers and want you to be part of it! Continue reading full article: Short research placements available for nurses, midwives, pharmacists and allied health professionals – closes 8th May