Through world-class research, we can better understand and tackle the impacts of cancer inequalities to ensure we are beating cancer for everyone. Experts from Cancer Research UK explain.
Gastric cancer is the fifth most common cancer, yet research and prevention efforts remain limited. Lorna Rothery spoke with Dr Jin Young Park, the leader of the Gastric Cancer Prevention Team at the International Agency for Research on Cancer, about the necessary steps for improvement.
Prebo Barango, Co-chair of the UN Joint Action Group for the Cervical Cancer Elimination Initiative at the World Health Organization (WHO), and Nicholas Banatvala, Head of the Secretariat for the UN Interagency Task Force on the Prevention and Control of Noncommunicable Diseases, discuss the challenges and progress in the efforts to eliminate cervical cancer.
The Global Alliance for Genomics and Health (GA4GH) is uniting researchers worldwide to share genomic data responsibly, set open standards, and improve oncology care. Leaders from its Cancer Community discuss the current state of cancer genomics and where the field is headed.
In this review, Brian Tait, Chief Scientific Officer, Haplomic Technologies Pty Ltd, examines critical aspects of cancer genetic research, emphasizing genes that may benefit from single-chromosome sequencing to enhance allele identification accuracy, and discussing the implications of single nucleotide polymorphisms (SNPs) in the molecular development of human cancers
As Breast Cancer Awareness Month continues to gain attention across Europe, new initiatives are underway to strengthen early detection, empower women at risk, and improve the integration of cancer data.
A €28 million programme brings together universities, charities and industry to advance precision oncology in Ireland and develop tailored cancer diagnostics and treatments.
Childhood cancer cases are increasing across the European Union, with newly released data from the European Cancer Information System (ECIS) showing a clear upward trend in diagnoses.
Each September, Childhood Cancer Awareness Month brings attention to the fight against pediatric cancers. One of the promising projects currently making waves in this field is MONALISA, a Horizon Europe-funded initiative under the EU Cancer Mission.
Dr Rubina Ahmed, Director of Research, Policy and Services at Blood Cancer UK, explains the urgent need for investment, research, and early diagnosis to beat blood cancer within a generation.
A state-of-the-art facility in Darlington is set to fast-track the development of next-generation RNA therapies thanks to nearly £30 million in government funding.
If technology seeks to transform oncology practice, it must solve three big needs: data, training and trust. Annemiek Snoeckx, Co-Chair of the Digital Health Network at the European Cancer Organisation, explains.
