Cancer-killing virus treatment shows promise in brain tumour trial
8th November 2024
An innovative cancer-killing virus shows promise for tackling glioblastoma, an aggressive type of brain tumour, according to new results from a phase I clinical trial co-led by researchers at Barts Cancer Institute.
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€9.8m ERC Synergy grant awarded to study how human tissues stay healthy as we age
5th November 2024
Researchers at the BCI and the Crick have been awarded a €9.8m ERC Synergy grant for their pioneering 6-year project called MUTAHOME.
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BCI paves the way for the next era of radiation research in £18m partnership
30th October 2024
The BCI is advancing radiation research through the Cancer Reserach UK City of London Radiation Research Centre of Excellence, an £18M partnership with the Crick, UCL and King’s.
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International study reveals four distinct types of oesophageal cancer
23rd October 2024
New research reveals that the most common type of oesophageal cancer, oesophageal squamous cell carcinoma (ESCC), is composed of four distinct subtypes—each of which may benefit from different treatment approaches.
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Scientists uncover promising leukaemia treatment targeting fat metabolism
17th October 2024
Researchers at Barts Cancer Institute reveal promising acute myeloid leukaemia treatment targeting fat metabolism, addressing the urgent need for better therapies.
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Helping cancer patient advocates find their voice
10th October 2024
We recently welcomed a group of 16 cancer patient advocates into our labs for the 11th edition of our VOICE science for advocates course, co-run with the charity Independent Cancer Patients’ Voice.
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