Why understanding the whole genome is important for childhood cancer
Until the past couple of decades, over 98% of the human genome was thought to be ‘junk DNA’. Now, cancer researchers want to understand exactly what that DNA does...
What were our childhood cancer research highlights in 2023?
Join us to look at what CCLG achieved in 2023 with your support - and how you have been part of changing the future for children with cancer.
Is it ever too late to become a childhood cancer researcher? With Dr Jessica Taylor
Not all scientists love school - there are lots of ways to start a science career. Dr Jessica Taylor began her career in research years after dropping out of school...
Spotlight on Manchester – how are our researchers helping children with leukaemia?
In the UK and Ireland, over 100 childhood cancer researchers have been funded through CCLG. But what are they working on? Let's take a trip to Manchester to find out...
Busting the conspiracy – is there a hidden cure for cancer?
Find out why some people believe there is a hidden cure for cancer, and why we know that this rumour is completely false.
Spotlight on childhood cancer research in Cambridge - what are our experts up to?
In the UK and Ireland, over 100 childhood cancer researchers have been funded through CCLG. But what are they working on? Let's take a trip to Cambridge to find out...
How the variability of neuroblastoma makes it harder to cure
Cancer cells can have differences in how they survive, respond to treatment, and behave. This variability can help cancer cells survive and adapt, but it also makes doctors’ jobs much harder.
Six ways childhood cancer is different to adult cancer
Not only do children get different types of cancer, but there are also big differences in the treatment, diagnosis, and causes of their cancer. Find out more about these differences...
What is the spleen and why does it matter if it receives radiotherapy?
Cancer treatments like radiotherapy can cause problems because they can harm healthy body cells as well as cancer cells. But what damage does it do and why does it matter?