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We are a world-leading cancer research institute dedicated to improving patient lives through discovery science.

Our research will transform our understanding of every stage of a tumour lifecycle. We believe that only through understanding all aspects of the disease can we prevent, detect, and treat cancer so that everybody can lead longer, better lives. 

We have built a truly collaborative culture, fostering connections between scientists, healthcare organisations and industry to take our cancer research from bench to bedside. Our state-of-the-art facilities and flexible core funding ensure all 450 staff and students can deliver bold research programmes to accelerate progress for everyone. 

We are a department of the University of Cambridge and one of four Cancer Research UK institutes.