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.
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Discover more at the Cancer Institute
Explore our diverse range of courses and discover why UCL is a global leader in interdisciplinary research.
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.
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.
Best Medicine
UCL Cancer Institute's Dr Claire Roddie on BBC Radio 4
Dr Claire Roddie joins comedian Kiri Pritchard-McLean to make the case for CAR-T cells being "the best medicine". Clare talks about programming immune cells to fight cancer.
Listen to the episodeLearn how your help changes lives
How your support helps
With your help, we can transform cancer diagnosis, treatment and outcomes. Find out more how your support can help us.
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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.
