RAPID-RT: New study aims to improve survival rates for lung cancer patients
The trial aims to identify whether sparing the top of the heart during radiotherapy can help patients with lung cancer live longer. Read More
One in Two: A Manchester Cancer Research Podcast with Corinne Faivre-Finn
We speak to Professor Corinne Faivre-Finn about clinical trials and how RAPID RT could improve survival rates for lung cancer patients. Read More
15 outstanding NHS clinicians and researchers named MAHSC Honorary Clinical Chairs 2023
Recognising individuals who have made a major contribution to their clinical specialty, including excellence in research and education Read More
‘Together in Research’ Building Trust About Research in Our Community
On 26th July, the MCRC welcomed representatives of the charity Can Survive UK with the aim of co-creating research projects directly with the community. Read More
MCRC Director’s Update – Summer 2023
This summer, the MCRC welcomed members of the community to co-create research projects, celebrated the achievements of our MB-PhD and academic colleagues, and launch the MCRC Springboard Award designed to help researchers accelerate the translation of their discoveries. Read More
Trial drug helps rectal cancer patients avoid surgery
Paul Cusick is part of the PRIME RT trial, investigating the combination of immunotherapy, chemotherapy and radiotherapy Read More
One in Two: A Manchester Cancer Research Podcast with Fabio Gomes
We speak to Dr Fabio Gomes about never smokers and the ALK positive mutation in Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer (NSCLC). Read More
First Cohort of MB-PhD Students Complete Research Projects
Over the next two months, Macarena, Nadin and Hadiyat will return to their medical studies while also writing up their theses aiming to graduate with MBChB and PhD in 2025 or 2026. Read More
One in Two: A Manchester Cancer Research Podcast
We speak to Professor Caroline Dive about cancer biomarkers and how liquid biopsies could pave the way for lung cancer detection and treatment. Read More
A celebration of Professor Tony Howell’s academic achievements
On Friday 30th June, Manchester Breast Centre (MBC) hosted a Festschrift Meeting at the Oglesby Cancer Research Building to celebrate Professor Tony Howell’s academic achievements. Read More
MCRC Director’s Update – June 2023
June has been eventful at the MCRC with events to mark our postgraduate researchers, celebrating the lifetime work of Prof. Juan Valle, presenting research at international conferences as well as forging ahead with new research projects and alliances. Read More
ESTRO 2023
From 12th to 16th May 2023, representatives from the MCRC attended ESTRO 2023 in Austria, Vienna, alongside many esteemed radiotherapy colleagues for Europe’s largest industry exhibition in radiation oncology. Read More
How to commercialise your research
University of Manchester Innovation Factory Ltd is the University’s agent for commercialisation and drives technology transfer for the University. Their mission is to use the Intellectual Property (IP) developed at The University of Manchester to create positive social, economic and environmental impact. Read more about how to commercialise your research in this blog. Read More
One in Two: A Manchester Cancer Research Podcast
We speak to Dr Colin Lindsay about the basic biology of lung cancer with Dr Colin Lindsay: Exploring oncogenic drivers such as the KRAS mutation Read More