Gold nanoparticles fighting oesophageal cancer, attacking lung cancer with an electric pulse/immune combo & targeting drug resistance in oesophageal cancer are three of the projects announced today.
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The aim of this project is to identify new ways of targeting resistant cancers, so that chemotherapeutic regimes can be improved and recurrent disease eliminated in cancer patients.
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We will examine the use of electric pulses to aid in the delivery to drugs to tumour tissue. Short electric pulses have been demonstrated to make tissue temporarily more porous.
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Our work will position our drug along a pathway where it could eventually be given to oesophageal patients alongside standard CRT to make tumours respond and result in better outcomes for these ca
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The week of September 24th is Cancer Week, and we are asking Irish people who have been treated for cancer in last three years to share their experience of nutrition
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Breakthrough is working with Mediaplanet Ireland on their Innovation Within Oncology Campaign. CEO Orla Dolan discusses the importance of clinical collaboration in Cancer Research.
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The development of evidence based resources for cancer patients to help with improving their oral intake during treatment and supporting patient recovery in the survival stage.
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Epigenetic therapy is being studied as a way to alter cancer cell growth, migration, and increased sensitivity to cytotoxic drugs for the treatment of oesophageal cancer.
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EValuation of the impact of emotional, nutritional & physical exercise support interventions delivered by a volunteer-led Cancer Support centre, on unmet needs & health related QOL of cancer patients.
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Investigating epigenetic drug-induced re-expression of tumour suppressor genes which may influence future optimal treatment strategies and predict responses in oesophageal cancer patients.
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This project proposes to expand upon treatment regimens of poor prognosis cancers by developing the electroporation treatment of osteosarcoma cancer.
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This project evaluates the effect of stemness and resistance to electroporation delivered treatments in relation to pancreatic cancer
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A novel treatment regime, which could lead to the induction of both autophagy and differentiation in cells derived from Acute Myeloid Leukaemia (AML)has been identified
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Investigating resistance mechanisms in oesophageal cancer cells has shown that a recycling process within cancer cells (called Autophagy) can help cells recover from chemotherapy.
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Deeper understanding of the bacteria that live in our body is enabling identification of i) potential causes of and ii) potential treatments for disease.
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Nearly 750 people die from Cancer every month in Ireland. We want to change that. Breakthrough is calling 750 runners to join us this year as we Run For A Reason. Will you be one of them?
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Statement from Breakthrough Cancer Research on the current Cervical Screening situation.
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Breakthrough Cancer Research is delighted to be one of the main beneficiaries at the 35th Annual Ring of Kerry Charity Cycle taking place on 7 July 2018.
read moreBreakthrough HQ will close at 3pm on Wednesday, 28 February and remain closed on Thurs, 1 March due to adverse weather conditions.
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3 of the Official GAA Charity Partners – The Alzheimer Society of Ireland, Make-A-Wish® Ireland & Breakthrough – are teaming up this year to impact people’s lives for the better with the Sláinte Ball!
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GAA ‘Tour de Thurles’ raises €25,000 for Official GAA Charity Partners
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Conleth awarded first prize in his category (Senior Individual; Biological and Ecological Sciences) at the BT Young Scientist Competition
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5 For The Fight partnership aims to raise €500,000 to fund tumour immunology programme
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Annual campaign, on Thursday 16, November, shines spotlight on the urgent need for earlier detection in fight against world’s toughest cancer
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Breakthrough believe that a greater understanding of ovarian cancer is needed
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Put your colleagues to the test and be crowned brightest business brains in Cork at the Breakthrough Cancer Research Corporate Quiz on Wednesday, 8, November, at the Clayton Hotel Silver Springs
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Renowned textile artist, Fiona Turley, will launch her bespoke 2017 Christmas Cards on Sunday, 5 November 2017 at Gallery Crafts in Kilworth.
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Join Breakthrough this October as we fight for the girls! The campaign takes place this autumn to raise vital funds for research into women’s cancers.
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Enter our Facebook competition to be in to win your race number for the sold out 2017 Dublin Marathon! Read the T&C's here
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Minister for Health, Simon Harris TD, today (Wednesday, 5 July 2017) launched the new National Cancer Strategy 2017 - 2026.
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Nutritionists and food scientists at UCC are researching the development of innovative protein gels, dietary drinks, and appetite-increasing supplements to help Cancer patients.
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Breakthrough Cancer Research is asking people across Ireland to challenge themselves for cancer research this July for the 12th Kerryway Fundraising Walk.
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Breakthrough Cancer Research was today announced as one of the GAA's five charity partners at Croke Park.
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Professor Mary Cahill appointed Interim Director at Cork Cancer Research Centre
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Breakthrough Cancer Research, OvaCare, the Emer Casey Foundation, SOCK and the Marie Keating Foundation are asking women across Ireland not to ignore the warning signs of ovarian cancer
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A free seminar on Ovarian Cancer will take place in the Western Gateway Building on World Ovarian Day, Monday, 8 May between 6 - 7.30pm. The free event is open to the public.
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Breakthrough is looking at ways to use the patient’s own immune system to attack cancerous cells. Dr Mike Stanton, a member of our “Bugs Into Drugs” project, explains his current research focus
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Research released today confirms that many men in Ireland are still unaware of common cancer risks, wrongly believing that the disease can be caused by laptops, injury and tight underwear.
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Breakthrough Cancer Research is calling on the public to make small changes in their lifestyle to help dramatically reduce their cancer risk.
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To ring in the New Year, Breakthrough Cancer Research is reminding people of the all the different ways they can impact cancer in 2017.
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Clinical Nurses are the unsung heroes of cancer research, and we couldn’t do it without their support, which is why we now need your support....
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The Loop the Loop challenge, in association with The Atlantic Flight Training Association, gives you the opportunity to raise vital funds for Cancer Research while having an experience of a lifetime!
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Cork Cancer Research Centre & Bristol-Myers Squibb Announce New Trial to Improve Malignant Melanoma Treatment Outcomes
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A Spanish start-up incubated in Ireland wants to develop a diagnostic kit for acute myeloid leukemia similar to a pregnancy test
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University College Cork’s “Limited Lactis” team scored gold at the prestigious iGEM Jamboree held recently in Boston.
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Breakthrough Cancer Research is covering all your Christmas needs with gift ideas, cards, and more!
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Sophie O'Sullivan has recorded her own christmas single which she will launch in the Oliver Plunkett Bar on Wednesday, 23rd November at 8:30pm.
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On World Pancreatic Cancer Day, we launched our third cancer nutrition cookbook which features high protein, high calorie recipes for pancreatic cancer patients
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UCC, Cork Cancer Research Centre and Breakthrough Cancer Research will be turning it Purple on 17 November for World Pancreatic Cancer Day.
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Join artist Fiona Turley as she hopes to raise even more funds to add to the amazing €274,490 raised for Breakthrough Cancer Research through her bespoke Christmas Cards over the past twelve years.
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The Irish Women’s Elite team took time out of their hectic training schedule for the upcoming European Women’s Elite Championship to support our ‘Fight for the Girls' women's cancer campaign.
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Charities like ours rely on your generous donations. Leaving a legacy gift in your will is a great way to ensure your generosity lives on. Please consider it this Best Will Week.
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Breakthrough Cancer Research are delighted to announce the winner of the Guinness Cork Jazz Festival Raffle
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Kerry Way Walkers raise over €48,000 for Cancer Research
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Breakthrough Cancer Research was joined by Fota Island Resort to launch their 2016 Fight For the Girls campaign, aiming to raise vital funds for research into women's cancers.
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Join us for the Sisters Wish Luncheon taking place on Saturday, 26 November at the Carrigaline Court Hotel in aid of cancer research.
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Breakthrough Cancer Research’s campaign, How Fat Causes Cancer, is asking the public to learn more about what causes cancer and decrease your cancer risk
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Voxpro teams up with the Royal Cork Yacht Club for cancer research
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Breakthrough Cancer Research want to highlight our rigorous commitment to transparency and principled accounting practices
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A new report published by the National Cancer Registry highlights strong patterns of cancer inequality by deprivation across Ireland
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Professor Kerri Clough-Gorr has been appointed as the new Director of the National Cancer Registry Ireland (NCRI).
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The 96fm Radiothon raised a staggering €342,122 for services in Cork.
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University College Cork and Breakthrough Cancer Research have launched a cookbook for cancer patients experiencing chewing or swallowing difficulties
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Exciting Research in Ovarian Cancer taking place at Breakthrough's research centre
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With their BEAT Ovarian Cancer Campaign Breakthrough Cancer Research are asking women across Ireland not to ignore the warning signs of ovarian cancer, a disease commonly known as a silent killer.
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Prof. Gordon Freeman, spoke at the Irish Association for Cancer Research 2016 Annual Conference on Thursday, 25 February in Cork.
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Dr. Aoife Ryan, Dietitian, Lecturer and Principal Investigator with Cork Cancer Research Centre, explains how better nutrition and physical activity can lower your cancer risk.
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The Irish Association for Cancer Research Annual Meeting 2016 will take place in the Kingsley Hotel, Cork. We are delighted that our colleague Dr. Mark Tangney is hosting the event.
read moreMaintaining a healthy weight - through a balanced diet and regular physical activity - helps reduce the risk of developing cancer.
read moreA number of studies have found evidence that just this much physical activity can cut your risk of many common cancers by 30% to 50%.
read moreThese foods are high in fats and/or added sugars and/or low in fibre. These foods are high in calories and generally low in nutrients.
read moreInstead of focusing on eating one or two ‘superfoods’, focus on eating a wide variety of nutrient dense foods such as fruits and vegetables.
read moreLimit intake of red meat (beef, lamb and pork) to less than 750g raw or 500g cooked a week.
read moreIf consumed at all, limit alcoholic drinks to 2 for men and 1 for women a day. In Ireland a standard drink has about 10 grams of pure alcohol in it.
read moreLimit consumption of salty foods and foods processed with salt. Limit consumption of processed foods with added salt to ensure an intake of less than 6g (2.4g sodium) a day.
read moreDietary supplements are not recommended for cancer prevention.
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Dr. El-Mashed study analyzes autophagy markers in oesophageal adenocarcinoma. In an effort to predict prognosis in oesophageal cancer.
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Consultant Oncologist Dr. Derek Power, is a new Pancreatic Research Fellow at Cork Cancer Research Centre in honour of cancer campaigner Charlie Fell who passed away in August of this year.
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SIVUH is delighted to announce the opening of a Mohs Surgery service. This is a highly specialised surgical method for removing skin cancers in high risk facial areas.
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The Haematology Research Fellowship joint funded by Breakthrough Cancer Research and the HERO foundation is open to candidates who wish to pursue a career in Haematology as a Clinician Scientist
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