Key areas of cancer research

• Cancer Biology: Investigating the fundamental differences between normal and cancer cells, including how they grow, transform, and spread (metastasis).
• Causes and Risk Factors: Studying how genetic, environmental, and lifestyle factors (such as diet and obesity) contribute to cancer development.
• Prevention: Developing and testing strategies to prevent cancer, including an understanding of risk factors and interventions like healthy diet and lifestyle choices.
• Diagnostics and Screening: Creating and refining methods for early detection, ranging from advanced genomics and AI-powered analysis to minimally invasive techniques.
• Treatment: Developing new therapeutic approaches, from targeted therapies and immunotherapies to new surgical and radiological techniques. This includes both basic research into mechanisms and clinical trials to test effectiveness and safety.
• Epidemiology and Surveillance: Monitoring cancer incidence, mortality, and trends globally to identify disparities and guide public health efforts.