PhD Myths: Debunked! 🔬 Think a PhD isn’t for you? Melville Nyatondo is breaking down misconceptions about cancer research, from funding to career paths. 🎓 We're also offering fully-funded 4-year PhDs for students from Black heritage backgrounds. Apply here: https://ow.ly/uYOy50YeuFn

Inspiring to see The Christie Sarah Harding Breast Cancer Appeal feature on BBC Breakfast today! Kimberley Walsh & Dr Sacha Howell shared updates on the BCAN-RAY study, which assesses breast cancer risk in young women. 📺 Watch on iPlayer (from 08:17): www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/b...

@drhharrison.bsky.social & @robclarkelab.bsky.social lab members were thrilled to welcome Kimberley Walsh & Annette Illing to their lab @mcrcnews.bsky.social to talk about the research we're doing in Sarah's name, funded by The Christie Charity & Sarah Harding Appeal. bbc.co.uk/iplayer/epis...

📰Landmark tumour mapping could boost targeted breast & ovarian cancer therapies @the-independent.com Researchers, incl. Prof David Wedge from @manchester.ac.uk @mcrcnews.bsky.social said findings indicate many more patients may benefit from precision therapies www.independent.co.uk/news/health/...

Scientists from The University of Manchester & The Institute of Cancer Research have decoded the full range of mutations driving 16 different cancers. This 6-year study of 11k patients could help thousands more people access targeted treatments. 🔗 https://ow.ly/FQpO50YAIpL

A major milestone in the fight against glioblastoma. 🧬 Scientists have found that a pair of proteins in the blood can identify the deadliest brain tumours with high precision, even as they evolve. Kudos to Prof. Petra Hamerlik and the team! Full story: https://ow.ly/vIXR50Yyx05

The Peter MacCallum Cancer Centre & Christie NHS Foundation Trust have launched an inaugural Joint International Fellowship. This 2-year program is a career-defining bridge between two of the world's leading cancer centres. Deadline: 7 April Apply now: https://ow.ly/k4Xf50Yyxri

Major Milestone for Head and Neck Cancer Treatment – Manchester Cancer Research Centre @mcrcnews.bsky.social oncodaily.com/voices/head-... #OncoDaily #Oncology #Cancer #Health #Medicine #MedEd #MedOnc #MedNews

Meet Matthew Harris, a General Surgery Registrar & Leeds-Manchester CRUK Clinical Research Training Fellowship PhD student. Matthew spoke to us about his research into obesity & cancer, what his typical day looks like, & his plans after his PhD. https://www.mcrc.manchester.ac.uk/matthew-harris/

We are delighted to share that our NIHR-funded project in Kenya has been featured as a flagship impact case study by The University of Manchester. This partnership exemplifies how international cooperation can bridge the gap between laboratory research and life-saving clinical care.

Unique opportunity to spend 2 years in 2 leading #radonc centres Come and join us & research @mcrcnews.bsky.social @petermaccc.bsky.social @estroradiotherapy.bsky.social @astro-org.bsky.social @rcradiologists.bsky.social #WhereisHoskin Closing 07/04/26 careers.petermac.org/job/MELBOURN...

“I’m still super active thanks to the treatment I received" Tex Leece is cancer free 3 years after joining a trial for oropharyngeal cancer led by Prof David Thomson at The Christie. Published in The Lancet, the study is a major milestone for proton beam therapy research. https://ow.ly/pSC250YxttU

Eid Mubarak from all of us at the Manchester Cancer Research Centre! 🌙 Wishing happiness, peace, and prosperity to everyone celebrating. ✨

The deadline for the CRUK Black Leaders PhD Scholarship Programme is fast approaching – 3rd April! Don’t miss out on this fully-funded 4-year opportunity for Black heritage students to make an impact in cancer research. 🎓 🔗 https://ow.ly/sJSv50YeuWm

@frances-turrell.bsky.social and I have written a review! Ageing has profound impacts on many cell types and signalling pathways - how may this play a role in reawakening of dormant tumour cells and late recurrence in patients? www.sciencedirect.com/science/arti... @mcrcnews.bsky.social

2006 ➡️ 2026 This year, we’re celebrating two decades of Manchester‑led cancer breakthroughs. We’re marking this milestone with an exciting programme of activities and events throughout the year. 👉 Stay tuned for more info on how you can get involved: ow.ly/nLin50YuFrE

Congratulations @sankarinagarajan.bsky.social on your lab's first article published in Molecular Oncology: Subtype-specific enhancer RNAs define transcriptional regulators and prognosis in breast cancers febs.onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1002/... @mcrcnews.bsky.social @mcf-uom.bsky.social

Transformative Oncology gave registered nurse Cathy Tsang the skills & knowledge to develop her career & to better understand the treatments her patients receive. Apply to study Transformative Oncology online & part-time today: https://ow.ly/HK3i50XU2aN

PhD Myths: Debunked! 🔬 Think a PhD isn’t for you? Melville Nyatondo is breaking down misconceptions about cancer research, from funding to career paths. 🎓 We're also offering fully-funded 4-year PhDs for students from Black heritage backgrounds. Apply here: https://ow.ly/vUoT50YeuCN

Prof Ananya Choudhury (@achoud72.bsky.social) was on BBC Radio 4 yesterday discussing the new £3.2m ENHANCE trial (funded by @CR_UK & @prostatecanceruk.bsky.social). The trial is testing if a half-dose of hormone therapy can maintain life-extending results while slashing debilitating side effects.

A new study reveals a drug approved for use in other conditions could be repurposed to prevent breast cancer in women before the menopause. In this short video, Non-Clinical PhD student Flor, breaks down the research findings: https://ow.ly/EXsx50Yl0Fe

Brilliant two days at Prevent Breast Cancer Research Conference 2026 & great to have so many from MBC team on the program. We are proud of our partnership with @preventbc.bsky.social & excited about our breast cancer prevention research in the newly created PBC Research Unit @mcrcnews.bsky.social

Meet Adesewa, a final-year Non-Clinical PhD student. 👋 Read Adesewa's story to learn more about her PhD project into how radiotherapy affects immune cells and their ability to fight off cancer in the body. 🧑‍🔬🔬 👉 https://ow.ly/Eank50P1eGO

Calling all Manchester-based cancer tech innovators! Want to turn your oncology research into a real-world product? Join the Cancer Tech Accelerator team for a coffee chat. Open to academics, students & startups. 📅 March 6 | 12:30-16:30 📍 Paterson Building, Manchester 🎟️ https://ow.ly/f1vZ50YkVtm

Ready to lead in cancer research? 🧬 Join our CRUK Black Leaders Taster Session on March 4th! Discover our unique PhD pathway for students of Black heritage. ✨ Application tips ✨ Student stories ✨ Living & studying in Manchester 🐝 Register here: ow.ly/H3cT50Yhuoc

“Science isn’t finished until it’s communicated.” 🧬📣 We recently hosted two powerhouse leaders at our MCRC Bespoke Curriculum event to explore what it takes to lead in today’s scientific landscape. 🧵👇

February is Oesophageal Cancer Awareness Month – here are the most common symptoms of oesophageal cancer 👇 It's unlikely to be cancer, but if you notice changes that are unusual for you or won’t go away, get them checked by your doctor. Share this post to help us raise awareness 🔃

Professor Ludwig Dubois joins the MCRC & @manchester.ac.uk @fbmh-uom.bsky.social as Chair in Experimental & Translational Radiobiology. He’ll spearhead research into proton beam therapy & FLASH treatments to improve patient outcomes. Read more: https://ow.ly/1k5g50YkUEn

🚨 New paper! Study reveals major inequalities for men with learning disabilities diagnosed with #prostatecancer. They’re more likely to have symptoms but less likely to receive PSA tests, referrals, biopsies or timely diagnoses. Read more: www.psrc-gm.nihr.ac.uk/2026/02/20/n...

Advance your skills and take the next step in your career by studying Transformative Oncology with The University of Manchester. Supported by leading academics from The Christie you can join a global cohort & study 100% online & part-time without taking a career break. https://ow.ly/FYxK50XTXXh

Join the MCRC for two Bespoke Curriculum events on Friday, 27th Feb at the Oglesby Building! 🕒 13:30 | Leadership & Strategy with Prof. Sarah Haigh 🕒 14:40 | Storytelling for Leaders with Prof. Simon Carley Secure your spot: https://ow.ly/fvu250Yh7xT 🎟️

We had some fantastic discussions earlier this week about the future of the FASTMAN project. 🚀 This Manchester-Belfast partnership is vital for our research into tumour recurrence and metastasis. We're feeling inspired and ready for the next phase of discovery science!

Join our CRUK Black Leaders Taster Session on 4th March to learn more about this unique PhD opportunity for students from Black heritage backgrounds. ⏰ Learn about our application process 🧑‍ Hear from current Manchester students Sign up: www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/cruk-mcrc-...

The Greater Manchester Cancer Awards 2026 are officially open! 🏆 Celebrate the teams and individuals going above and beyond for cancer patients in our region. 8 categories | Innovation & Collaboration Entries close: 27 Feb Enter now: https://ow.ly/ONlc50Yet4T

The deadline for the CRUK Black Leaders PhD Scholarship Programme is fast approaching – 3rd April! Don’t miss out on this fully-funded 4-year opportunity for Black heritage students to make an impact in cancer research. 🎓 🔗 https://ow.ly/kkEN50YeuVc

Calling all researchers and clinicians! Master the strategy and communication skills needed for top-tier scientific leadership. 🗓️ Friday, 27th Feb 📍 Oglesby Cancer Research Building 🎙️ Featuring Prof. Sarah Haigh & Prof. Simon Carley Secure your spot: https://ow.ly/oym850Yh7CU

Professor Ludwig Dubois joins the MCRC & @manchester.ac.uk @fbmh-uom.bsky.social as Chair in Experimental & Translational Radiobiology. He’ll spearhead research into proton beam therapy & FLASH treatments to improve patient outcomes. Read more: www.mcrc.manchester.ac.uk/professor-lu...

Meet Adesewa, a final-year Non-Clinical PhD student. 👋 Read Adesewa's story to learn more about her PhD project into how radiotherapy affects immune cells and their ability to fight off cancer in the body. 🧑‍🔬🔬 👉 https://ow.ly/Eank50P1eGO

🔬 February 11 – International Day of Women and Girls in Science 🧪 Meet some of the inspirational scientists and researchers from the Manchester Breast Centre 👩‍🔬 @mcrcnews.bsky.social @uom-dcs.bsky.social @cruk-mi.bsky.social #womeninscience #IDWGIS2026

💜🔬 International Day of Women and Girls in Science 👩‍🔬 📹 Non-Clinical PhD student, Melville, asked researchers & PhD students to share their advice for women and girls considering a future in science.

PhD Myths: Debunked! Ever felt like a PhD wasn't for you because of what you’ve heard? Melville, a Non-Clinical PhD student, breaks down the top misconceptions about doing a PhD in cancer research. Whether you're worried about career paths or funding, we’ve got the facts you need to move forward.

We loved showing the @CanSurviveUK team around our labs this #WorldCancerDay! Sharing how the MCRC Biobank powers life-saving research is vital as we work to bridge the gap between science & community. Together, we’re making real strides toward health equity for all. 🤝🐝✨

On #WorldCancerDay, we’re reminded that cancer is a global challenge requiring global collaboration. 🌍 At the MCRC, we champion inclusive Team Science - uniting researchers, clinicians & patients to ensure our breakthroughs in cancer prevention, diagnosis & treatment reach every community. 🏥🧑‍⚕️

We’ve partnered with Black in Cancer & Windsor Fellowship to launch the Cancer Research UK Black Leaders in Cancer PhD Scholarship Programme – a fully-funded 4-year PhD opportunity for Black heritage students.🎓 📅 Deadline: 3 April 🔗 Apply: https://ow.ly/cUGK50Y7vwu

New PhD Opportunity! 🧬 How can we make proton therapy even safer for children? This project at The University of Manchester & The Christie explores strategies to improve quality of life for paediatric cancer patients. 💰 Fully funded 📍 Manchester 📅 Deadline: 9 Feb 2026 🔗 https://ow.ly/47G850Y63Uc

🚨Applications are closing soon for our MB-PhD scheme If you're a University of Manchester, Leeds or St Andrews medical student looking to combine your clinical training with a research PhD, check out our latest opportunities. 📅 Deadline: 9 March 🔗 https://ow.ly/GJQN50XU79k

Our next Let’s Talk About seminar focuses on people with experience of homelessness & how researchers are addressing systemic challenges.    📅 29 January, 12-1pm Register👇

Manchester Cancer Research Centre - Sarah Harding Fellowship to Advance Breast Cancer Prevention @mcrcnews.bsky.social oncodaily.com/voices/sarah... #OncoDaily #Oncology #Cancer #Health #Medicine #MedEd #MedOnc #MedNews

Advance your career with the MSc Transformative Oncology from The University of Manchester. Study online & part-time to fit around your commitments & develop your knowledge of cancer treatment with world leading researchers from The Christie & MCRC. Read more: https://ow.ly/SKN750XTXBJ

🚀 Kicking off the new year with our next #ChristieFellowship session! How do we communicate science well - to patients, the public, and on social media? Join us for an interactive session on 𝗣𝘂𝗯𝗹𝗶𝗰 𝗖𝗼𝗺𝗺𝘂𝗻𝗶𝗰𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 with Prof @achoud72.bsky.social. @christieinstitute.bsky.social @mcrcnews.bsky.social