Type: All cancers
Genetically modified immune cells can be used to cure cases of leukaemia that are otherwise incurable. This project will optimise the technology to create cures for other types of cancer.
This study of 9,000 participants found that physical activity has the potential to lower someone’s cancer risk regardless of their body weight.
Dr Jeremy Henson and his team have discovered a new way to test for aggressive cancers. The test could aid in early diagnosis and help with devising the best treatment for each patient.
Research shows that 3,900 cases of cancers each year are related to being overweight. This research helps paint a picture of the extent of unhealthy marketing to children.
This research aims to improve the health and wellbeing of the estimated one million people living with and beyond cancer, as cancer survival rates continue to increase.
Jane Bennett talks about representing consumers in deciding what research Cancer Council funds.
A/Prof Claire Wakefield is testing interventions that provide support and improve long term outcomes to childhood cancer survivors and their families.
Professor Wiggers is evaluating community programs and how well they reduce modifiable lifestyle risk factors for cancer.
Our National Pro Bono service provides people affected by cancer with free legal and financial assistance, helping them to navigate the issues that come with a cancer diagnosis.
The Tackling Nicotine Together trial is integrating tobacco treatment with routine care in drug and alcohol clinics to help reduce the high smoking rates among patients.