Cancer Research UK Cambridge Institute
Research Themes
We are a world-leading cancer research institute dedicated to improving patient lives through discovery science.
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Artificial intelligence
Using artificial intelligence to enhance cancer research and treatments.
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Cancer detection
Improving early cancer diagnoses and predicting treatment response.
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Cell biology
Understanding every stage of a tumour through discovery science.
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Clinical integration
Maximising patient data for better cancer care.
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Personalised medicine
Tailoring cancer treatment to individual needs.
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Tumour microenvironment
Unravelling tumour interactions to identify potential drug targets.
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About us
We have built a truly collaborative culture, fostering connections between scientists, healthcare organisations, and industry to take our cancer research from bench to bedside.
Read morePhD Studentship Opportunities 2026
We offer fully-funded PhD studentships annually, based in one of our world-leading Research Groups. Applications for projects starting October 2026 are now open.
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Cancer Detectives: New Channel 4 Documentary Showcases Cambridge Brain Cancer Trial
27th November 2025
A Cambridge researcher offering new hope to people with brain tumours is the focus of a documentary exploring the science behind the next big breakthroughs.
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Aleksandra Janowska awarded Postgraduate Student Thesis Prize
25th November 2025
Aleksandra Janowska has won this year’s Postgraduate Student Thesis Prize. The Prize is awarded each year to a student who has undertaken an outstanding project to the highest standards during the course of their PhD study.
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Pioneering trial offers hope on world pancreatic cancer day
20th November 2025
An early-stage trial at Addenbrooke’s Hospital, aims to improve treatment for people with late-stage pancreatic cancer, a challenging cancer that is often diagnosed late, when few treatment options are available.
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Our Progress
Our research is already making a positive impact for patients and their families.
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14 Spin-out companies developing new treatments and technologies
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200 PhD students trained to become future leaders in cancer research.
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750 We’ve been cited over 750,000 times, leading the field.
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We provide a creative and supportive environment for all our staff and students to build a career that makes a real difference.
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