The Christie Charity
Our research areas A-Z
We carry out research into a wide range of cancer types and treatments. Current research includes understanding the molecular and cellular basis of cancer and finding out why cancer cells can become resistant to drug treatment.
Search our A-Z of current research areas.
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Caregivers
Research focusing on improving the experience of friends, family and people caring for someone diagnosed with cancer.
Central nervous system
Phase 1 to 3 clinical trials using chemotherapy, radiotherapy and targeted treatments for brain and central nervous system tumours.
Chemoprevention
Testing medication to help lower the risk of cancer in people at moderate to high risk of developing specific cancers.
Christie Patient Centred Research
Christie Patient Centred Research (CPCR) conducts high-quality research focusing on patient and family members experiences and quality of life to collect important information about what it’s like to go through cancer treatment and how it affects people.