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Prostate cancer signalling to the bone micro-environment - from molecular characterization to potential novel therapies.
About the Project. Prostate cancer is responsible for over 52,000 cancer diagnoses within the UK per annum, and is the most common cancer in males, accounting for 27% of all new cancer cases diagnosed within men in 2016-2017. Read more
4-year PhD Studentship: Targeting cancer stem cells: Selective culture method and drug search
Cancer stem cells are a small population of cells in tumours maintaining the tumorigenic capacity (1). They are featured as quiescent (i.e., dormant), in contrast to the majority of cancer cells that actively proliferate under the aberrant regulation. Read more
Cancer biology: identification of new treatment options for EML4-ALK driven lung cancer through understanding mechanisms of cell division and migration.
Lung cancer is the largest cause of cancer-related deaths in the UK and worldwide. While little progress has been made in long-term survival rates, we now have a good understanding of the genetic drivers raising the prospect of earlier diagnosis and more effective treatments. Read more
Development of bioengineered 3D tumour models for preclinical breast cancer research
Background. 3D organoid model technologies have led to the development of innovative tools for precision medicine in cancer treatment. Read more
Causal association between physical activity and breast cancer subtype; a Mendelian randomization study (MSc Research)
Breast cancer is the second most common cancer in women worldwide accounting for approximately 25 percent of all new cases of cancer in women. Read more
Institute of Cancer Sciences
The Institute of Cancer Sciences is part of a national centre of excellence in the fight against cancer. We carry out a programme of world-class science directed at understanding the molecular changes that cause cancer. Read more
Networks of support for people affected by a rare cancer: explicating the online communication needs of patients and families
47% of cancer diagnoses in Europe are classified as ‘less common or rare’ (Public Health England, 2014). A rare cancer is a reportedly lonely diagnosis due to lengthy and complex care pathways which can be a barrier to meeting other patients and families. Read more
4-year PhD Studentship: Development of a cheap sensitive blood test for early detection of brain metastasis using fluorescent carbon dots and nanophotonics
Development of a cheap sensitive blood test for early detection of brain metastasis using fluorescent carbon dots and nanophotonics. Read more
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Preclinical investigation of novel super-selective mTOR inhibitors in colorectal cancer
The development of potent and selective small molecules that mediate dose-dependent inhibition of a protein in its natural environment is essential to elucidate the role of such nominated target in normal and pathological settings [1]. Read more
Palliative care needs of patients with Idiopathic Pulmonary Fibrosis (IPF) and Lung Cancer in North Lancashire and South Cumbria
This exciting funded PhD project, supervised by experienced clinical academics is based at Lancaster University and will research health services in North Lancashire and South Cumbria. Read more
Characterization of the molecular mechanisms of breast cancer metastasis to bone: from basic research to biomarkers
About the Project. Breast cancer is responsible for over 300,000 cancer diagnoses within the UK per annum, and it is estimated that one in 7 women will develop breast cancer. Read more
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A multimodal deep learning model to predict individual cancer patient survival probabilities
Can a deep learning framework that accommodates complex cancer ‘omics data, such as gene-expression data, with clinical phenotypic data enhance our ability to predict cancer patient survival?. Read more
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Investigating the Role of Tertiary Lymphoid Structures in Tumour-Mediated Immunosuppression in pancreaticobiliary cancer employing spatial biology characterisation
TO APPLY CLICK 'INSTITUTION WEBSITE' . PDAC has one of the worst outcomes of any cancer, with a 5-year survival of less than 5%. Read more
Matrix cross-linking – linking diabetes to increased bowel cancer risk
Bowel cancer is the 2nd most common cause of cancer-related deaths worldwide (CRUK statistics), mainly because many patients are diagnosed in later stages of disease where response to treatment is poor - only 10% of patients with advanced disease survive for 5 years. Read more
4-year PhD Studentship: Identifying novel links between Type 2 Diabetes, Obesity and Cancer.
It is known that there is an exponential increase in the incidence of obesity, type 2 diabetes (T2D), and cancer particularly in recent decades. Read more