Our research into radiotherapy
Our strategy
For the past 120 years, we’ve been making discoveries that have saved countless lives. But we have so much more to do. Our strategy sets out how we'll accelerate progress towards a better future.
Our research is saving lives
Our pioneering use of radiotherapy in the 1920s and '30s established it as a one of today's main treatments for cancer. Millions of people worldwide benefit from radiotherapy every year, and the treatment cures more people than cancer drugs.
Current research
From making radiotherapy more precise to finding ways to personalise the treatment, our researchers are working hard to ensure more people survive cancer.
Past research
Thanks to research, we’ve helped shape modern radiotherapy that's used to treat patients today.
Patients' stories
Meet people like Oliver who have experienced first-hand how our research is making a difference. The life-saving research we do wouldn’t be possible without your support.
Cancer news
From cutting edge science and debunking myths to patient stories, read the latest news, analysis and opinion on our news site.
Further information
Our strategy to beat cancer sooner
Over the last 40 years, cancer survival in the UK has doubled. In the 1970s just 1 in 4 people survived their disease for 10 years or more. Today 2 in 4 survive.
We want to accelerate progress and see 3 in 4 patients surviving the disease by 2034.