World Cancer Research Day

The 24th of September marks World Cancer Research Day, a day to celebrate and acknowledge the tremendous efforts to improve the lives of people affected by cancer. Read More

Welcome from our Director

Welcome to the Cancer Research UK Manchester Centre. As the Director of this world-leading ‘Major Centre’ I welcome you to learn more about our centre, our vision and our cutting-edge research. Read More

Manchester scientists lead the way in next generation radiotherapy research

Experts from the Cancer Research UK Manchester Centre are set to receive £16.5 million over the next five years to develop new state of the art radiotherapy treatments to be delivered at the world-renowned Christie NHS Foundation Trust. Read More

Multimillion pound boost for Manchester scientists to detect cancer earlier

The University of Manchester is announced as a partner in the new International Alliance for Cancer Early Detection (ACED) Read More

First cancer patient in England to receive high-energy proton beam therapy set for treatment

The first patient to receive high-energy proton beam therapy for cancer in England is expected to be treated in December 2018 using an NHS high-energy proton beam therapy machine at The Christie in Manchester. Read More