News
The latest science and news from the Institute.
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New clue discovered for why some cancer drugs fall shortÂ
11th July 2025
Hedgehog signalling plays a key role in controlling how immune cells migrate into tumours, a discovery that may explain why some cancer drugs have underperformed in clinical trials.Â
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Dr Jane Gray made guest of honour at Race for Life
3rd July 2025
The Cambridge Institute scientist, who is currently undergoing treatment for breast cancer, took part in this year's race, inspiring thousands with her story of resilience and hope.
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Prof Sir Shankar Balasubramanian Awarded Prestigious Royal Society of Chemistry Prize
25th June 2025
Professor Sir Shankar Balasubramanian has received the Royal Society of Chemistry Khorana Prize, awarded for outstanding contributions through work at the chemistry and life science interface.
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Scientists create test to predict chemotherapy resistance
23rd June 2025
Scientists at the Cancer Research UK Cambridge Institute have created a test which can successfully predict whether cancer will resist common forms of chemotherapy treatment.
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Dr Hana Aliee appointed as a Junior Group Leader
17th June 2025
At the Cancer Research UK Cambridge Institute, Dr Aliee will lead her team to develop new methods that uncover how gene expression and cellular behaviour change across environments, individuals, and disease states, advancing more personalised and inclusive healthcare solutions.
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Cambridge Institute Scientist Set For World Duathlon Championship
10th June 2025
Great British athlete and Cancer Research UK Cambridge scientist Ian Hall is set to take part in World Duathlon Championships in Spain and raise funds for vital research.
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Study looks at radiotherapy to treat and diagnose children’s brain tumours and avoid invasive surgery
3rd April 2025
A world first Cancer Research UK study is looking at radiotherapy to treat and diagnose children's brain tumours and avoid invasive surgery.
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Tony Davidge Shortlisted for National Papin Award for Outreach
31st March 2025
Tony’s nomination recognises his longstanding commitment to openness around the use of animals in cancer research, and the crucial role this openness plays in fostering understanding and trust.
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Sir Shankar Balasubramanian elected Fellow of the AACR Academy
10th March 2025
Sir Shankar has been recognised for his pioneering research in nucleic acid chemistry and his key role in the development of next-generation sequencing technology.
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