From lab discovery to patient treatment. Prof Liam Gallagher and Angela Clayton-Lea explore translational research, all-island collaboration, and why stronger integration can accelerate access to innovation. Listen: www.cancertrials.ie/resources/po... #CancerTrials #ClinicalResearch

An abstract from the ADEPPT study has been accepted for a mini oral presentation at the European Lung Cancer Conference 2026. Cancer Trials Ireland coordinated the ETOP IBCSG study in Ireland. Congratulations to @drjnaidoo.bsky.social Trial Chair and NLI and to all study teams involved.

St Vincent’s UCD Cancer Centre are hosting a keynote lecture this February. Prof Peter O’Dwyer, an internationally respected and admired leader in clinical oncology research, will speak on Advancing Clinical Oncology Research in a Time of Disruption. 📅 20 Feb | 🔗 www.eventbrite.ie/e/advancing-...

The NRG-BN013 trial has opened this week at Bon Secours Radiotherapy Cork, in partnership with UPMC Hillman Cancer Centre 🇮🇪 Congrats to the site, PI Dr Paul Kelly, and sponsor NRG Oncology. Read more: bit.ly/4qjrfoq

Cancer clinical trials rely on dedicated teams working behind the scenes. “Leading complex studies while advocating for patients every single day — it’s this commitment that helps improve outcomes.” — Ashley Bazin, Clinical Trials Team Leader 🎗️ #WorldCancerDay #CancerTrials #CloseTheCareGap

“Patient advocacy means giving people a voice in their own care. I’m committed to peer support, highlighting unmet needs, and ensuring better information and support are available to patients and their partners throughout their journey.” — Martin Sweeney 🎗️ #WorldCancerDay #CloseTheCareGap

“Cancer trials save lives, and the evidence is clear. They bring patients access to drug and treatments otherwise unavailable in Ireland, along with additional support through more scans, tests, and follow-up. These are the factors that improve outcomes.” — Angela Clayton-Lea, CEO #WorldCancerDay

Radiotherapy plays a vital role in cancer treatment. “Radiotherapy contributes to around 40% of cancer cures, and patients treated in research-active sites engaged in clinical trials have better outcomes — meaning all patients benefit.” — Róisín O’Maolalaí 🎗️ #WorldCancerDay #Radiotherapy

"Ireland is building real strength in cancer clinical trials through international collaboration. Our challenge is turning that momentum into what matters most: longer lives and better outcomes for people with cancer in Ireland." - Prof Jarushka Naidoo #WorldCancerDay #CloseTheCareGap

At the heart of every cancer clinical trial are patients. “Ask your consultant what your options are. There might be cancer trials you’re eligible for. Just ask.” — Patrick Kivlehan, Chair of Cancer Trials Ireland PCC. #WorldCancerDay #CancerTrials #CloseTheCareGap

"On World Cancer Day, I'm reminded why clinical trials matter: they give patients access to treatments years before they'd otherwise be available. Where clinical trials are embedded into cancer care, outcomes are better - and that's hugely important." - Prof Seamus O'Reilly #WorldCancerDay

This World Cancer Day, we're sharing perspectives from the people who make cancer clinical trials possible in Ireland, including clinicians, patients, researchers and more. Different voices, one mission: improving outcomes for people with cancer. #WorldCancerDay #CloseTheCareGap #CancerNeedsTrials

National Training Day brought together researchers from medical oncology, radiation oncology, surgery and haematology for a busy, multidisciplinary day. More than 265 people joined us for keynote talks, 20 trainee presentations and over 65 posters that sparked conversation throughout the day.

Prof Suzanne Crowe speaking on lifelong learning, mentorship, and the importance of seeking support beyond training. 🫶 #NationalTrainingDay #ClinicalTraining #Mentorship #HealthcareLeadership #LifelongLearning

Insightful discussions and important research on display during the Poster Session at National Training Day 2026 🎉💕 This is what we call collaboration in action! #PosterSession #ClinicalResearch #CancerTrials #HealthcareInnovation

Prof Brendan Kelly speaking on social media, mental health, and the importance of focusing on real-world impact. 🧘 #MentalHealth #DigitalWellbeing #NationalTrainingDay #HealthcareLeadership

Prof Brendan Kelly speaking on social media, mental health, and the importance of focusing on real-world impact. 🧘 #MentalHealth #DigitalWellbeing #NationalTrainingDay #HealthcareLeadership

Yesterday at RCSI we held Cancer Trials Ireland’s Board Strategy Day, focused on our strategic direction for 2026 and beyond 🧭 A focused day of discussion supported by an enthusiastic Board. Thank you to our Chair and Board members for their time and commitment. #CancerTrials #Governance

One week to go until the 2026 National Training Day. A full day for the cancer trials community in Ireland, featuring trainee oral and poster presentations, specialty updates, professional development sessions and discussion. It’s not too late to register: www.cancertrials.ie/2026/01/nati...

Clinical trials should be part of standard care. In our latest podcast, Dr Ciara Kelly speaks with Prof Donal Brennan and Angela Clayton-Lea about patient access, research-active health systems, and the future of clinical trials in Ireland. 🎧 Listen now bit.ly/4fOXgja #CancerTrials

The SIMPLIFY-SABR-COMET trial is now open at the Mater Private in Dublin, completing final site activation and opening every planned site in Ireland. Well done to the team at the Mater Private, and to Prof Daniel Cagney (PI) and Prof Aisling Barry (NLI). #cancertrials

In its first year, our Start-Up Team has focused on helping cancer trials open in Ireland as quickly and safely as possible. From early feasibility through to IRAS and CTIS submissions, their work supports timely access for patients. Strong foundations in place as the team looks ahead to 2026.

New podcast 🎧 How does international collaboration improve access to clinical trials for gynaecological cancers? In this episode, we speak with Professor Isabelle Ray-Coquard and Professor Karen Cadoo about ENGOT and patient-focused research. Listen: www.cancertrials.ie/resources/po...

The draft agenda for the 2026 National Training Day is now live. A full day for trainees, clinicians, researchers, CTRU teams, industry partners and patient representatives involved in cancer trials and related research in Ireland. View the agenda: www.cancertrials.ie/2026/01/nati...

If you’re an NCHD with an interest in oncology, this is your reminder to submit an abstract for the 2026 National Training Day. Top abstracts will receive bursary awards, presented at the close of the meeting. Deadline: 14 January, 5.00pm. Read more: www.cancertrials.ie/2026/01/subm...

Milestone moment for the De-Escalate study 👏 Two patients have now been registered at TUH with the first patient registered on 30 Dec 2025. A fantastic start following site activation. Congratulations to the TUH site team, led by PI Dr Lynda Corrigan & Team Leader Ashley Bazin.

Reminder: register for the National Training Day happening on 30 Jan, 9 am–4.30 pm at UCD. A full day for Ireland’s oncology community with trainee talks, multidisciplinary sessions, posters and “hidden curriculum” insights. Register now: bit.ly/4p2mgIs #CancerTrials #Oncology

New year, new challenge: Cancer Trials Ireland is recruiting for two purpose-driven roles. If you want meaningful work supporting access to cancer trials and innovative treatments for patients in Ireland, see the vacancies + apply: www.cancertrials.ie/careers/ #Jobs #ClinicalTrials

Happy New Year 2026 from Cancer Trials Ireland. Thanks to patients and families, investigators in Ireland, teams across our sites, and partners for your support. We’re looking forward to working together in 2026 to advance cancer clinical trials and increase access for patients in Ireland.

Recording now available: Cancer Care on a Changing Planet — climate change and cancer care, with practical sustainability insights across radiotherapy, radiology, labs and medicines. Watch: youtu.be/hZSFgMZU3L4 #ClimateChange #CancerCare #SustainableHealthcare

Cancer Trials Ireland PCC member Bridget Carr attended the OvaCare Ovarian Cancer Patient Day in Cork on our behalf, speaking with patients and families about cancer trials and their potential impact on patients in Ireland. Thank you to OvaCare for hosting. #OvarianCancer #PatientVoice

Earlier this year, our Patient Consultants Committee Chair, Patrick Kivlehan, presented flowers to PCC member Siobhán Gaynor as we marked her final meeting (back in October). A long-standing member and trailblazer who led our first patient-led study in 2023. #PPI #PatientInvolvement

If you or someone in your family is affected by cancer this Christmas, help and support are available. Our funders, the Irish Cancer Society, provide free information and support for people affected by cancer. More: bit.ly/4j26onC

Merry Christmas from Cancer Trials Ireland. Thinking of the people behind every cancer trial in Ireland—patients and families, investigators in Ireland, and teams across our sites. Wishing you a restful Christmas, and thank you for helping keep progress moving. #CancerTrials

2025 brought real momentum in cancer trials - driven by investigators and research teams, with new studies opening and patients joining trials. Thanks to funders the Irish Cancer Society and the HRB, and especially to patients and families. 💙 #CancerTrialsIreland #CancerTrials #ClinicalTrials

A major breast cancer trial shows treatment response can be measured much earlier for patients with bone-dominant disease. CTI was 🇮🇪 sponsor, with patients enrolled at @cancerresearch-ucc.bsky.social under Prof @rmconnolly.bsky.social supported by Prof Kevin O’Regan’s team. bit.ly/3MKXr67

🧬 "Sharing of data and biospecimens from clinical trials enables personalized, patient-centric use of cancer therapies and accelerates the development of new treatments." 🙏 @hanswildiers.bsky.social & @christinedesmedt.bsky.social for leadership alongside @seamusoreilly.bsky.social on this issue 👇

Congrats to Dr Lynda Corrigan + the team at Tallaght University Hospital on opening De-Escalate in Ireland, with Prof Ray McDermott as National Lead Investigator. An @eortc.org -sponsored phase III trial in metastatic hormone-sensitive prostate cancer. More: www.cancertrials.ie/cti-trials/d...

Congrats to Prof Patrick Forde + the team at St James’s Hospital (SJH) on opening ETOP ARCH in Ireland — a phase III trial for resected stage II–IIIA NSCLC with PD-L1 where chemo after surgery can’t be given, studying adjuvant cemiplimab vs no study drug. Read more: bit.ly/3YELTUo

New episode: The value of cancer clinical trials to Ireland 🇮🇪 explained. Dr Ciara Kelly with @aclaytonlea.bsky.social Denis Naughten & Dr Rebecca Cramp on access, impact and what needs to change next. Listen: bit.ly/4fOXgja

“Expanding Ireland’s cancer research opportunities” (Healthcare Innovations) featuring Prof. Michael E. Kelly Trinity St James’s Cancer Institute, @tcddublin.bsky.social who is also surgical co-chair of the GI DSSG at Cancer Trials Ireland. Read: www.healthnews.ie/healthcare-i...

Healthcare Innovations (Irish Independent supplement) features “Ireland’s leading role in global lung cancer innovation” by Prof @drjnaidoo.bsky.social (Beaumont RCSI Cancer Centre). She is also Chair of the Cancer Trials Ireland Lung DSSG. Read: www.healthnews.ie/healthcare-i...

Reminder: assess Ireland for cancer clinical trials via Cancer Trials Ireland’s Central Feasibility service - one national point of contact for coordinated outreach, tracking and collation. Updated “how to engage” info is now on our website: www.cancertrials.ie/feasibility-... #clinicaltrials

Milestone for CLL18 (MOIRAI) 🎯 Last week, the first patient at the St James’s site in Dublin was randomised to this trial. The study is open at sites across Ireland, with more enrolments expected. More info: www.cancertrials.ie/cti-trials/c... #CancerTrials #CLL #ClinicalTrials

Cancer trial posters from sites in Ireland at #ASH25 🇮🇪 @ash.hematology.org Dr Janusz Krawczyk and Prof Peter O’Gorman shared their important work in the poster hall, supported by patients in Ireland, investigators in Ireland and international collaborators. #CancerTrials #Haematology

New Cancer Trials Ireland podcast episode 🎧 Three people who joined cancer clinical trials in Ireland share what it was really like – from diagnosis and informed consent to side effects, scans and long-term follow-up. Listen: bit.ly/4fOXgja #CancerTrials #ClinicalTrials #PatientStories

CLL17 reached the plenary stage at #ASH25 ⭐ Sites in 🇮🇪 contributed strongly through the Cancer Trials Ireland network, with Dr Patrick Thornton (Beaumont) as NLI and high recruitment of patients in Ireland. Huge thanks to all the patients and teams involved. #CLL17 #CancerTrials #Haematology

Recruitment to OVHIPEC-2 is now complete, with 14 patients enrolled. Thank you to everyone who took part, Prof Donal Brennan and the Mater Misericordiae University Hospital team. Results will clarify if adding HIPEC to primary surgery improves outcomes. #CancerTrials #OvarianCancer #OVHIPEC2 #HIPEC

Join Cancer Trials Ireland at our National Training Day on 30 Jan, 9am–4.30pm at UCD. A full day for Ireland’s oncology community with trainee talks, multidisciplinary sessions, posters and “hidden curriculum” insights. Register: bit.ly/4p2mgIs #CancerTrials #Oncology