Patients are at the centre of our cancer research
From the lab bench, where we are using innovative approaches to identify the best targeted therapies.
To the bedside, where we are translating our lab bench work to the clinic through evaluating health outcomes and implementing researcher-led trials.
Sussex Cancer Research Centre aims to ensure all cancer patients now and in the future benefit from cutting-edge research taking place in Sussex.
Our latest research news
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Dr Ollie Minton, Rob Herriott and Tim Williams win Royal College of Physicians FIX IT prize
The Fix IT in Healthcare Prize rewards excellent innovation in digital healthcare, particularly digital initiatives that have, or promise to, improve patient safety and staff well-being within the NHS or healthcare more widely. Dr Ollie Minton, Rob Herriott and Tim Williams are the winners of the 2023 prize for their work on PROMs using the My Clinical Outcomes (MCO) website.
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Dame Lesley presents at the UK Interdisciplinary Breast Cancer Symposium
Professor Dame Lesley Fallowfield presenting SHORE-C research on health care professionals' communication with patients about genomic and genetic testing. Treatment of breast cancer has for many years been dependent on the interaction of professionals from many disciplines. The UKIBCS gives all those with an active interest in breast cancer research and treatment an opportunity to consider and discuss how the latest advances may impact upon their and others areas of expertise.
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Cancer treatment technology developed at Sussex to start preclinical tests
Building on research at Sussex, leading cancer researchers in the School of Life Sciences, Professor Georgios Giamas and Professor John Spencer launched Stingray Bio in 2021, to develop new therapies for breast cancers and potentially other cancer types. The new agreement with ValiRx is a big step in the path to commercialising new therapeutics for cancer patients.
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Sussex cancer researchers engaging with patients and the public to present their research
This month, Sussex Cancer researchers gathered with patients and members of the public, to discuss research projects aimed to improve the life of cancer patients in Sussex.
How we support research
Peer support
The Sussex Cancer Research Centre’s mentorship programme pairs early career researchers with cancer research leaders across our member institutions.
Our grant and paper peer review ensures critical support of your applications and publications from subject area experts.
Seedcorn funding
In collaboration with the Sussex Cancer Fund, researchers in the Sussex Cancer Research Centre can apply for funding to generate preliminary data suitable for larger grant applications.
Resource and expertise sharing
From sequencing to surveys, we have leading experts ready to collaborate with access to cutting-edge facilities. Those seeking access to patient material can benefit from our support in seeking ethical approval and tissue banking.
Upcoming Events
Sussex Cancer Research Centre Launch Event
25th June 2024
Bramber House, University of Sussex
Science Café
10th June 2024
Macmillan Horizon Centre
We are hiring the future leaders of cancer research.
From PhD students to group leaders, we are looking for people like you.
Live and work in beautiful Sussex, collaborate with leading cancer researchers, benefit from close clinical partnerships, and transform the lives of cancer patients.
Support life-changing research
Your support has an enormous impact on our research, transforming what we are able to do. Together we have the potential to transform the lives of cancer patients. With your support we are working to discover cutting-edge treatment approaches, that are both kinder and more effective.
We have parntered with the Sussex Cancer Fund to ensure your donations support life-changing research here in Sussex.
If you want to discuss your donation contact us.
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