Cancer diagnosis
Our 'Cancer diagnosis' theme is dedicated to transforming early cancer detection in primary care settings.
We're developing and evaluating cutting-edge HealthTech solutions to improve the speed and accuracy of cancer diagnoses, potentially saving lives through earlier intervention.
Key areas of focus:
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Current projects
- Multi-Cancer early detection (MCED) blood test
Evaluating a revolutionary blood test that can detect multiple cancer types from a single sample in primary care settings. - AI-powered skin lesion analyser
Developing a smartphone app that uses artificial intelligence to assess skin lesions for potential skin cancers. - Bowel cancer risk calculator
Creating an online tool that combines genetic and lifestyle factors to estimate an individual's risk of bowel cancer.
Impact
Our research aims to:
- Increase early-stage cancer diagnoses
- Reduce time from symptom onset to diagnosis
- Improve cancer survival rates
- Enhance efficiency of cancer screening in primary care
Collaborations:
We work closely with GP practices, oncology departments, cancer charities, and innovative HealthTech companies specialising in diagnostic technologies.
Get Involved
Are you a healthcare professional, patient, or technology developer interested in improving cancer diagnostics? We welcome your input and collaboration. Contact us to learn more about our ongoing projects and opportunities to participate.
[Information on how healthcare professionals, patients, or industry partners can engage with the theme's work? Key contact / theme lead contact info.]