News from the MCRC
Training and Development
07/05/2026
MB-PhD Summer Placement Opportunities 2026
We are thrilled to announce that we are hosting our annual MB-PhD Summer Placement Opportunities in July and August 2026.
MCRC Blog
06/05/2026
Lab to Life: Innovations in Melanoma Conference
In March 2026, researchers, clinicians, patient advocates and industry partners met at The Midland Hotel in Manchester for the inaugural Lab to Life: Innovations in Melanoma conference.
Research Spotlight
30/03/2026
UK cancer scientists uncover clues to what drives genetic tumour growth
Researchers in Manchester have developed an experimental method that shows potential for accurately detecting the most common and aggressive form of brain cancer in adults, known as glioblastoma, from the blood.
Director's Update
26/03/2026
MCRC Director’s Update – January–March 2026
Partner News
17/03/2026
New research indicates a simple blood test could detect the deadliest brain tumour
Researchers in Manchester have developed an experimental method that shows potential for accurately detecting the most common and aggressive form of brain cancer in adults, known as glioblastoma, from the blood.
Researcher Stories
20/02/2026
Eleanor Richards
Director's Update
12/02/2026
Professor Ludwig Dubois appointed as Chair in Experimental and Translational Radiobiology
The Manchester Cancer Research Centre (MCRC) and Division of Cancer Sciences – Faculty of Biology, Medicine and Health (FBMH) are delighted to welcome Professor Ludwig Dubois as the new Chair in Experimental and Translational Radiobiology at The University of Manchester.
Researcher Stories
11/02/2026
Matthew Harris
Director's Update
09/12/2025
MCRC Director’s Update – October–December 2025
Highlights from October-December 2025 include our International Advisory Board Meeting, launching Our Landmark 20th Anniversary Celebrations and the new EACS 2025 Fellowship announcement.
Partner News
06/11/2025
New study uncovers potential way to prevent breast cancer in pre-menopausal women
MCRC Blog
23/10/2025
Friendly society donates £67,000 to fund Prevent Breast Cancer research project
Representatives from the Oddfellows, a national friendly society, visited the Manchester Cancer Research Centre on Thursday 2 October to present a cheque for £67,068 to Prevent Breast Cancer to help progress its innovative breast cancer prevention research project.
Director's Update
25/09/2025
Bruce Daniels Joins The MCRC as Head of Strategic Partnerships and Operations
MCRC Blog
23/09/2025
Faces of Leadership: Black Scientists Shaping Cancer Research and Care
This Black History Month, we celebrate Black leaders at the Manchester Cancer Research Centre, highlighting their proudest moments, lessons learned, and hopes for the future.
Director's Update
15/09/2025
MCRC Director’s Update – June – September 2025
Highlights this summer include the International Wolfsberg Meeting, the visit from Princess Margaret Cancer Centre to the MCRC, and the ACED Immunology Symposium 2025.