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Sheffield Cancer Research

Bringing medicine, science, engineering and social sciences together to understand the world’s biggest challenges in cancer. Developing innovating solutions to improve the lives of patients today, and tomorrow.

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New research to develop blood test that predicts the risk of secondary breast cancer

A blood test which could predict the likelihood of breast cancer spreading to the bone and becoming incurable, is being developed by researchers at the University of Sheffield thanks to new funding.     

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Sheffield oncologist honoured for UK-wide contribution to cancer vaccine research

Professor Sarah Danson has won a national award following a public vote for her outstanding contribution to UK cancer vaccine research.

Published by The Star
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Sheffield team raises funds for life-saving research

Professor Munitta Muthana walked alongside her colleagues at the University of Sheffield to give something back to the charity that has enabled her to pursue her passion for cancer research.

Published by the Yorkshire Evening Post
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Professor James Catto Elected Fellow of the Academy of Medical Sciences

Professor James Catto receives prestigious fellowship, recognised for his outstanding contributions to medical research and patient care.
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