Manchester BRC researchers join new oncology collaboration to drive forward translational cancer research Posted: Friday, February 19, 2021 Oncology research experts from across the country – including from the NIHR Manchester BRC – have come together to establish a new collaboration to accelerate cancer research, translating scientific discoveries into tangible benefits for patients. Continue reading full article: Manchester BRC researchers join new oncology collaboration to drive forward translational cancer research
Simple urine test can detect womb cancer Posted: Thursday, February 11, 2021 A simple non-invasive test can accurately detect womb cancer according to a proof of concept study by Manchester BRC researchers. Continue reading full article: Simple urine test can detect womb cancer
BRC Cancer PhD student wins best paper at international health informatics conference Posted: Monday, November 30, 2020 Charlotte Watson, PhD student for the NIHR Manchester Biomedical Research Centre’s Cancer Prevention and Early Detection (PED) theme, was recently awarded best student paper at an international health informatics conference. Continue reading full article: BRC Cancer PhD student wins best paper at international health informatics conference
Manchester research leads to NICE recommendation for Lynch syndrome screening for womb cancer patients Posted: Thursday, November 5, 2020 Manchester research means women diagnosed with womb cancer should now be routinely screened for the genetic condition Lynch syndrome (LS), following a new guideline issued by the National Institute for Health and Care Excellence (NICE). Continue reading full article: Manchester research leads to NICE recommendation for Lynch syndrome screening for womb cancer patients
Manchester cancer professor receives honour from Royal College of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists Posted: Wednesday, October 21, 2020 Manchester cancer researcher Professor Gareth Evans was recently recognised for his work in advancing women’s health, after receiving a prestigious honorary fellowship by the Royal College of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists (RCOG). Continue reading full article: Manchester cancer professor receives honour from Royal College of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists
Online Event – MAHSC Seminar Series: Cancer Prevention and Early Detection Posted: Tuesday, October 13, 2020 This MAHSC Seminar Series event will showcase the great discovery and clinical science being undertaken in Manchester, and the impact of cancer prevention and early detection research on the population. Continue reading full article: Online Event – MAHSC Seminar Series: Cancer Prevention and Early Detection
Addressing inequalities – personalised breast cancer screening and views from British-Pakistani women – Vicky Woof Posted: Friday, July 24, 2020 Vicky Woof, Research Assistant, Manchester Centre for Health Psychology, shares findings on how BRC research is helping improve breast screening services and address health inequalities for British-Pakistani women. Continue reading full article: Addressing inequalities – personalised breast cancer screening and views from British-Pakistani women – Vicky Woof
New test offers breakthrough in early detection of endometrial cancer Posted: Monday, June 1, 2020 Manchester researchers have helped to reach an important breakthrough in the fight against endometrial cancer, with the development of non-invasive test for women. Continue reading full article: New test offers breakthrough in early detection of endometrial cancer