Manchester Cancer Research Centre
A Vision To Create a Cancer Free Future
Fostering a Team Science and Collaborative Environment
Driving World-Leading and Practice-Influencing Cancer Research
From the Laboratory Bench to Life-Saving Treatments
The Manchester Cancer Research Centre is a unique partnership that brings together world-leading researchers to help create a future free from the burden of cancer.
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Professor Ludwig Dubois appointed as Chair in Experimental and Translational Radiobiology
We are delighted to announce that Professor Ludwig Dubois will join the MCRC as the new Chair in Experimental and Translational Radiobiology on 1st March 2026. Professor Dubois’ previous appointment was within the Maastricht University, Netherlands. In his new role, he will spearhead discovery and translational biology research within UK Proton Research Facility and drive proton physics collaborations between FBMH and FSE.
International Alliance for Cancer Early Detection (ACED) enters its next phase with two new partners
The £50m partnership between Cancer Research UK, University of Manchester, University College London, Knight Cancer Institute at OHSU and University of Cambridge will be joined by the Dana-Farber Cancer Institute and the German Cancer Research Centre as the Alliance expands in the USA and Europe.
New study uncovers potential way to prevent breast cancer in pre-menopausal women
A new study funded by Breast Cancer Now and supported by Prevent Breast Cancer, reveals a drug approved for use in other conditions could be repurposed to prevent breast cancer in women before the menopause..
Upcoming events and seminars
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CRUK Black Leaders in Cancer PhD Scholarship programme
Applications are now open for the CRUK Black Leaders in Cancer PhD Scholarship programme. There are six projects available for 2026 entry, covering a range of disciplines and specialisms.
Leaders In Excellence
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Discover more about the postgraduate cancer research opportunities we provide and see why Manchester is the ideal place to start the next phase of your cancer research academic career.
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The Manchester Cancer Research Centre brings together world-leading researchers with diverse interests across a range of specialisms.
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About
The Manchester Cancer Research Centre is a unique partnership between The University of Manchester, Cancer Research UK and The Christie NHS Foundation Trust.
Latest News
Friendly society donates £67,000 to fund Prevent Breast Cancer research project
New study uncovers potential way to prevent breast cancer in pre-menopausal women
Bruce Daniels Joins The MCRC as Head of Strategic Partnerships and Operations
Blood Cancer Awareness Month: How Meeting Patients Deepened My Commitment to Research
Faces of Leadership: Black Scientists Shaping Cancer Research and Care
International Alliance for Cancer Early Detection (ACED) enters its next phase with two new partners
DIETRICH study tests high-fibre route to reducing cancer treatment side effects in NHS patients
Professor Emma Crosbie awarded prestigious NIHR Research Professorship
Cancer Research UK invests £4m into lung cancer research in Manchester
Manchester scientists receive £5.9 million boost to pioneering radiotherapy research programme
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