Welcome to the UCL Cancer Institute
The Institute draws together over 400 talented scientists who are working together to translate research discoveries into developing kinder, more effective therapies for cancer patients.
About us
The UCL Cancer Institute is a £40 million investment in central London based at University College London (UCL), one of the world's top universities and a founding member of the Crick Institute.
Departments
The UCL Cancer Institute in the Faculty of Medical Sciences draws together over 400 scientists working together to develop world-class basic and translational cancer research.
Cancer degrees
We offer undergraduate and postgraduate degrees in Cancer. Join UCL's world-leading academic community working at the forefront of cancer research.
Research
The UCL Cancer Institute is where cancer research transforms lives. Discover why UCL is a global leader in interdisciplinary research.
Our research
UCL is one of Europe's largest and most productive centres of biomedical research. Our scientists have an international reputation for leading basic, translational and clinical cancer research.
Centres and Networks
The UCL Cancer Institute collaborates with specialist centres and other UCL divisions and departments to enhance our research and partnerships.
Translational Technology Platforms
The Translational Technology Platforms (TTPs) provide scientific infrastructure for cutting edge basic, translational and clinical cancer services to support cancer researchers at UCL.
Featured Event
Life and Medical Sciences Postgraduate Open Evening - 10 June
Join us on campus to discover our Master’s degrees in Brain Sciences, Life Sciences, Medical Sciences, Medical Engineering, Population Health Sciences and Medical Anthropology.
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Clinical Trials
Learn more about our work in clinical trials as we strive to make important breakthroughs in cancer treatment.
Department of Clinical Trials
The Cancer Research UK and UCL Cancer Trials Centre forms the Clinical Trials research department within UCL Cancer Institute and is part of the Cancer Research UK-UCL Centre.
Early Phase Cancer Trials Programme at UCL & UCLH
The programme brings scientists and clinicians together to deliver ground breaking therapies for the treatment of cancer through clinical trials, with patients being at the heart of its research.
News
Blood protein signature can predict lung cancer risk years earlier
Researchers at UCL and the Francis Crick Institute have identified 14 proteins in the blood that can predict lung cancer risk more than five years before diagnosis.
04 Jun 2026
First results from the NHS-Galleri trial announced
The first full results have been announced from the NHS-Galleri trial, a study co-led by a UCL researcher looking into the use of a blood test to see if it can help the NHS to detect cancer early.
01 Jun 2026
Gene test can safely spare many breast cancer patients of chemotherapy
Many people with breast cancer can safely avoid chemotherapy with the use of a gene test, potentially sparing them unnecessary side effects without increasing the risk of the cancer returning, a large international clinical trial led by UCL has found.
29 May 2026
Staff Intranet
Current staff members can visit the Cancer Institute Sharepoint for general information, contacts details, internal processes, FAQs and more.
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Achievement
UCL Cancer Institute awarded Athena SWAN Gold
The UCL Cancer Institute has been awarded Athena SWAN Gold status - a prestigious national recognition of its sustained commitment to advancing gender equality in higher education and research.
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Contacts
The UCL Cancer Institute is based at UCL's Bloomsbury and Hampstead campuses in London. Discover how to find us and who best to contact to get your enquiries answered.
