Reposted by Ollie RichardsThe Institute of Cancer Research @icr.ac.uk · 04/02/2026Today, on #WorldCancerDay, the Government have published their National Cancer Plan for England. Read our Chief Executive, Professor @helink.bsky.social view from the ICR and find the full National Cancer plan ⤵️ www.icr.ac.uk/about-us/icr... 043
Reposted by Ollie RichardsThe Institute of Cancer Research @icr.ac.uk · 07/01/2026Great to see our new ICR-St Mark's 'Boomers Project' featured on BBC News! Scientists will compare tumour samples from the 1950s–60s with today’s cancers to uncover what’s behind the rise in early‑onset bowel cancer. Find out more 👇 www.icr.ac.uk/about-us/icr... 051
Reposted by Ollie RichardsThe Institute of Cancer Research @icr.ac.uk · 25/11/2025🚨BIG news 🚨 The ICR has received the Queen Elizabeth Prize for Higher and Further Education for our groundbreaking radiotherapy research. This work has improved cancer care worldwide—through advanced techniques, landmark trials, and training the next generation of oncologists. #QEdPrizes 1104
Reposted by Ollie RichardsThe Institute of Cancer Research @icr.ac.uk · 25/11/2025Charity-funded research is a cornerstone of innovation in our universities – but it needs the right support to thrive. Ahead of the #Budget, our Advocacy Manager, @ollierichards.bsky.social, shares what’s needed to keep the Charity Research Support Fund strong. Read more ⤵️ www.icr.ac.uk/crsf-blogicr.ac.ukThe Charity Research Support Fund: An overlooked, and neglected, lifeline for UK scienceThe Charity Research Support Fund: An overlooked, and neglected, lifeline for UK science 032
Reposted by Ollie RichardsThe Institute of Cancer Research @icr.ac.uk · 20/11/2025📢 Ahead of the Budget next week, we've published a paper calling for the Government to both invest in and reform the Charity Research Support Fund (CRSF) – a critical funding stream that enables vital charity-funded research in universities. Read our paper (PDF download) ⤵️ ICR.ac.uk/CRSF 132
Reposted by Ollie RichardsThe Institute of Cancer Research @icr.ac.uk · 09/10/2025We were thrilled to welcome @andrewranger-mp.bsky.social and Lesley Griffiths MS to the Wrexham #TerryFox Run! 🏃 It is fantastic to have support from Parliament and the Senedd for a brilliant event honouring Terry’s legacy whilst also raising vital funds for our life-changing cancer research. 031
Reposted by Ollie RichardsThe Institute of Cancer Research @icr.ac.uk · 19/09/2025We were delighted to welcome @pjferguson.bsky.social to the Glasgow Terry Fox Run for the second year in a row. Patricia gave an inspiring address about Terry’s legacy and the vital impact of the funds raised for our life-changing cancer research. Thank you for your continued support, Patricia! 021
Reposted by Ollie RichardsCaSE @sciencecampaign.bsky.social · 09/09/2025CaSE is excited to announce that The Institute of Cancer Research, London @icr.ac.uk has become its latest member organisation. The membership of the ICR strengthens CaSE’s advocacy for the R&D sector and widens our coalition of members. Read more⬇️⬇️ www.sciencecampaign.org.uk/press/detail... 072
Reposted by Ollie RichardsThe Institute of Cancer Research @icr.ac.uk · 06/09/2025📢 The ICR and The Royal Marsden are partnering with #PureGym to offer free gym memberships & exercise plans to men with advanced #ProstateCancer 💪 Backed by Sir Chris Hoy, the initiative aims to break down barriers to staying active while on hormone therapy ⤵️ www.icr.ac.uk/puregym #TourDe4 043
Reposted by Ollie RichardsThe Institute of Cancer Research @icr.ac.uk · 24/07/2025We were joined this afternoon by MPs @luketaylorld.bsky.social, @bobbywdean.bsky.social and @paulkohlersw19.bsky.social 👋 Luke, Bobby and Paul met with Dr @maggiecheang.bsky.social to discuss her role at the ICR and the impact of her interdisciplinary research in the @icr-ctsu.bsky.social 284
Reposted by Ollie RichardsThe Institute of Cancer Research @icr.ac.uk · 18/07/2025This week, the UK Government published its #LifeSciences Sector Plan. 💬 Our Chief Executive, Professor Kristian Helin, gave the view from the ICR 🧵⤵️ 142
Reposted by Ollie RichardsThe Institute of Cancer Research @icr.ac.uk · 18/06/2025Grateful to @rupahuq.bsky.social for highlighting the need for fair UK-wide access to abiraterone for men with prostate cancer – a campaign we've been working with @prostatecanceruk.bsky.social on. We’re proud of the role our scientists played in discovering and developing the drug 💊 152
Reposted by Ollie RichardsSky News @news.sky.com · 11/04/2025'Game-changing' drug that slows incurable breast cancer approved for NHSnews.sky.com'Game-changing' drug that slows incurable breast cancer approved for NHSA groundbreaking new cancer treatment, hailed by patients as "game-changing", will be available via the NHS from today. 04213
Reposted by Ollie RichardsThe Institute of Cancer Research @icr.ac.uk · 09/04/2025BREAKING NEWS: #ProstateCancer spit test is better for men with high genetic risk than the standard PSA blood test. The results from the ICR's BARCODE 1 trial are published in @nejm.org More here ⬇️ icr.ac.uk/about-us/icr-news/detail/simple-spit-test-could-finally-turn-the-tide-on-prostate-cancer 0177
Reposted by Ollie RichardsThe Institute of Cancer Research @icr.ac.uk · 24/03/2025It was fantastic to host our local MP, Ben Coleman @chelfulhamben.bsky.social at our Chelsea campus last week 🥼🧪 We introduce Ben to our scientists working in our Division of Structural Biology and Division of Cell and Molecular Biology 🧵⬇️ 151
Reposted by Ollie RichardsThe Institute of Cancer Research @icr.ac.uk · 14/03/2025We were delighted to host Shadow Secretary of State for Science, Innovation & Technology, Alan Mak MP at our Chester Beatty Labs last week 👋 We introduced Alan to scientists working in our Division of Structural Biology and Division of Cell and Molecular Biology 🧵 #CancerResearch 122
Reposted by Ollie RichardsThe Institute of Cancer Research @icr.ac.uk · 04/03/2025It was a pleasure meeting @clivejonesmp.bsky.social and showcasing our vital work to him. It is fantastic to have Clive’s support for improving the sustainability of #CancerResearch funding in higher education institutions - specifically uplifting the Charity Research Support Fund 🤝 054
Ollie Richards @ollierichards.bsky.social · 26/02/2025If you're looking for your next role in #PublicAffairs and #PolicyDevelopment please do apply and feel free to reach out for a quick chat about the role and our work at the ICR 👩🔬👨🔬 The deadline for applying is Wednesday 12th March⏳ 000
Ollie Richards @ollierichards.bsky.social · 26/02/2025📢Come and work with me! Excited to be sharing a brilliant new role at @icr.ac.uk that will be responsible for helping me give the ICR a voice on key policy issues whilst also helping to grow our profile among Parliamentarians and policymakers ⤵️ jobs.icr.ac.uk/vacancies/1144/advocacy-executive.htmljobs.icr.ac.ukAdvocacy Executive in Chelsea | The Institute of Cancer ResearchView details and apply for this Advocacy Executive vacancy in Chelsea . Salary: Appointments are normally made at the starting salary, however comparable skills and experience will be considered... 120
Reposted by Ollie RichardsThe Institute of Cancer Research @icr.ac.uk · 07/02/2025It was fantastic to host our local MP @luketaylorld.bsky.social at our #Sutton campus this morning. We introduced Luke to several scientists working in our Centre for Cancer #DrugDiscovery including within our structural chemistry, medicinal chemistry and molecular biology teams. #CancerResearch 1213
