The Institute of Cancer Research, London
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About Us - The Institute of Cancer Research, London
WEBAs well as being as world-class research institute, the ICR is a higher education institution and a member institution of the University of London. We came second-top in the league table of university research quality, impact and environment compiled from the most recent Research Excellence Framework (REF 2021).
Our Research - The Institute of Cancer Research, London
WEBThe Institute of Cancer Research, London, has been driving scientific discoveries on cancer and its treatment for more than 100 years. We are internationally renowned for our work into cancer genetics, cancer biology and personalised medicine – and came second of all UK universities in analysis of the 2021 Research Excellence Framework.
About our research - The Institute of Cancer Research, London
WEBAbout our research. Cancer is a highly complex disease with more than 200 types, each caused by a different combination of genetic defects. Even among patients with a single type of cancer, such as breast or lung cancer, the genetic triggers vary from one person to the next. At The Institute of Cancer Research, London, we believe it is ...
New genetic testing pathways could ensure patients get …
WEB4 days ago — Image: High throughput DNA sequencing, Credit: National Cancer Institute via Unsplash . Scientists have developed a new clinical pathway for testing for the cancer-causing faults in the BRCA gene that could ensure patients get the right treatment and boost the number of people who get tested.
Our strategy - The Institute of Cancer Research, London
WEBNew ICR strategy: Defeating cancer. Our vision: We will transform the lives of cancer patients through world-class research and education, and by growing our impact on society. Video: ICR Chief Executive Kristian Helin gives an overview of our new five-year strategy. Cancer patients are living longer and with a better quality of life.
Our history - The Institute of Cancer Research, London
WEBThe ICR was founded in 1909 as The Cancer Hospital Research Institute, a small research laboratory within what would become The Royal Marsden in Chelsea. It was officially opened by Prince Arthur, Duke of Connaught and Strathearn, in 1911 during his visit to award The Royal Marsden its Royal Charter. When the NHS was formed in 1948, the ICR ...
Professor Martin Kaiser - The Institute of Cancer Research, London
WEBBiography. Professor Martin Kaiser is the Chair of Haematology and Group Leader of the Myeloma Molecular Therapy Group at The ICR. He is an Honorary Consultant Haematologist at The Royal Marsden NHS Foundation Trust, specialised in the management of multiple myeloma and related precursor conditions, smouldering myeloma and MGUS.. Professor Kaiser’s key interest is the genetic and immune ...
Our research excellence - The Institute of Cancer Research, London
WEBThe Institute of Cancer Research, London, is the second-ranked academic research centre in the UK - according to the Times Higher Education league table of university research quality and impact compiled from the Research Excellence Framework (REF 2021) - and first for biological sciences. We were also the third-ranked higher education ...
ICR ranked as one of world’s top research institutes for influence and ...
WEBThe Institute of Cancer Research is one of the top-ranked higher education institutions in the world for academic influence and commercial impact, according to an international assessment.. We ranked ‘excellent’ – the top mark available – in 10 separate categories in this year's 2021 U-Multirank report, an annual independent evaluation funded by the European Commission.