Our research into cancer drugs
120 years of life-saving discoveries
Our scientists have been at the forefront of cancer research since 1902.
Thanks to you, we’ve come so far. And we will go much further.
Together, we will beat cancer.
Our research is saving lives
Our scientists, doctors and nurses have helped discover and develop many of the top cancer drugs that are helping more people survive cancer.
Current research
From studying the biology of treatment targets in the lab, to developing new cancer drugs, our researchers are working hard to ensure more people survive cancer.
Past research
Thanks to research, we’ve helped develop cancer drugs that are being used to treat cancer.
Patients' stories
Meet people like Alfred who have experienced first-hand how our research is making a difference. The life-saving research we do wouldn’t be possible without your support.
Further information
Our strategy to beat cancer sooner
Over the last 40 years, cancer survival in the UK has doubled. In the 1970s just 1 in 4 people survived their disease for 10 years or more. Today 2 in 4 survive.
We want to accelerate progress and see 3 in 4 patients surviving the disease by 2034.