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Scientists discover immune cell 'traffic jam' that can help breast cancer spread to the lungs
New research reveals that immune cells called neutrophils can help breast cancer cells form tumours when they arrive in the lung. And it cou...
Our researchers uncover a new avenue for treating triple negative breast cancer
New research from our scientists has revealed a weakness in triple negative breast cancer cells linked to a gene typically only active in re...
How attending research conferences makes sure the voices of people affected by breast cancer are heard
Fiona was diagnosed with invasive lobular breast cancer at 49 years old, whilst still working full time as a GP. Having since retired, she i...
Making sure people get the support they need after a second breast cancer diagnosis
Our Breast Cancer Voices contributed to an international study involving over 100 people with a lived experience of breast cancer from acros...
Our researchers show special blood tests could help tailor treatment for metastatic breast cancer
New results from the PLASMAMATCH trial suggest that a blood test known as a ‘liquid biopsy’ could reveal much earlier whether treatment for ...
Our researchers show how new blood test can match people to the right treatment without a biopsy
Scientists at our research centre have shown that a new blood test can accurately identify the type of breast cancer tumour, and track chang...
Our top research discoveries in 2025
Research is the key to stopping breast cancer in its tracks. This year, our scientists have made remarkable progress, uncovering findings th...
Scientists uncover how cells repair toxic DNA damage linked to breast cancer
Our researchers have uncovered how our cells repair a harmful type of DNA damage. Their findings could help improve cancer treatments.
Drug already available on the NHS shows promise in preventing breast cancer in women before the menopause
A new study funded by Breast Cancer Now and supported by Prevent Breast Cancer has found that a drug already available on the NHS could help...
Our researchers have discovered a new approach for treatment resistant breast cancers
At the Breast Cancer Now Research Unit at Kings College London, scientists have developed ‘triple engineered’ antibodies that can restrict t...
Researchers reveal how a blood test could help tailor targeted treatment for secondary breast cancer
New research offers a promising step towards better tailoring treatments for people with secondary breast cancer.
Seven charities unite to explore new research into using PARP inhibitors to prevent cancer
We're calling for research into whether drugs called a PARP inhibitors could one day be used to prevent cancer in people at high genetic ris...
Next-generation breast cancer drug targets tumours before they have a chance to grow
A clinical trial, co-led by one of our researchers, has shown that a new drug for secondary breast cancer can treat emerging tumours months ...
New research highlights inequalities in cancer care
Our research has revealed why some women of African or South Asian ancestry tend to develop breast cancer and die at a younger age than wome...
New research reveals a weakness of breast cancer cells hiding in plain sight
Our researchers have uncovered a hidden weakness in some tumours that could lead to smarter treatment decisions.
New immunotherapy approach shows promise for treatment-resistant breast cancer
Researchers funded by Breast Cancer Now have developed a new type of antibody that stimulates the immune system to target cancer cells and s...
New research into breast cancer dormancy aims to prevent recurrence
Most breast cancers don’t return after treatment. But in some cases, cancer cells can remain inactive in the body for years before reawakeni...
New discovery reveals more targeted treatment for triple-negative breast cancer
Our researchers reveal that targeting a protein called OTUD6B could be key in preventing aggressive breast cancer cells from continuing to g...
Helping researchers improve radiotherapy resources
Find out how our Breast Cancer Voices have been working to improve radiotherapy resources for those going through breast cancer treatment.
Pathways to the future: A new machine learning predictive tool for lobular breast cancer
Our researchers have developed a new machine learning tool that could help doctors predict long term outcomes and treatment response for peo...