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A collaborative cancer research initiative of St Vincent's University Hospital, The Mater Misericordiae University Hospital, and the Cancer Clinical Research Trust. Funded by the Health Research Board. www.ucd.ie/cancertrials

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UCD Cancer Trials Cluster @ucdcancertrials.bsky.social · 09/01/2026

🚀 Calling all aspiring cancer researchers! The Irish Cancer Society 2026 Research Skills Workshop is back at UCD! Learn how to: 📅 Dates: 5–6 Feb & 5–6 Mar 2026 💸 Travel bursaries available Apply here 👉 www.cancer.ie/researchers-... #CancerResearch #PPI #ResearchSkills #IrishCancerSociety #UCD

Irish Cancer Society 2026 Research Skills Workshop

The Irish Cancer Society wishes to invite anyone interested in developing their research skills to apply to attend the 2026 Research Skills Workshops at

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UCD Cancer Trials Cluster @ucdcancertrials.bsky.social · 04/12/2025

📣 We’re spreading the word! If you are a Consultant, Clinical Nurse Specialist (CNS), Advanced Nurse Practitioner (ANP), or Registrar involved in cancer care in Ireland, please consider to complete this short survey: 👉 eu.surveymonkey.com/r/migrantonc...

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Assessing Barriers to Oncologic Care of Migrant Populations from a Care Providers' Perspective

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UCD Cancer Trials Cluster @ucdcancertrials.bsky.social · 03/11/2025

Happy to share the launch of CUT FROM THE SAME CLOTH: THE FABRIC OF OUR LIVES at Roscommon Arts Centre.

UCD Cancer Trials Cluster @ucdcancertrials.bsky.social · 03/10/2025

We are pleased to share information about a study on recurrent cervical cancer. The trial is now open at UCD Cancer Trials and is being conducted at the Mater Misericordiae University Hospital (MMUH) in Dublin. 👉 Read more about the trial here: www.ucd.ie/cancertrials...

MK-2870: Exploring a New Therapy for Women with Recurrent Cervical Cancer - Cancer Trials Cluster

UCD Cancer Trials Cluster @ucdcancertrials.bsky.social · 25/09/2025

Join us for an evening where science meets real stories. 🎙️ 📖 The Living Stories Behind Cancer Research 🗓️ Oct 7 | 5:30–7:00pm 📍 Museum of Literature Ireland (MoLI), Stephen’s Green 🪑 Limited spots. 👉 Register now: www.ucd.ie/cancertrials...

The Living Stories Behind Cancer Research - Cancer Trials Cluster

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UCD Cancer Trials Cluster @ucdcancertrials.bsky.social · 22/09/2025

📢 Public Talk – Advances in Cancer Treatment with Dr. Dennis Slamon hosted by Cancer Clinical Research Trust. 🗓 Wednesday, September 24th at 6pm 📍 Herbert Park Hotel, Ballsbridge, Dublin 4 www.eventbrite.ie/e/dare2cure-... 💻 Or send an email to neil.conlon@dcu.ie to request the livestream link.

‘Dare2Cure’ Public Symposium on Recent Advances in Cancer Treatment with Dr. Dennis Slamon - CCRT - Cancer Clinical Research Trust

In person and livestreamed. The Cancer Clinical Research Trust hosts a ‘Dare2Cure’ Public symposium on Recent...

UCD Cancer Trials Cluster @ucdcancertrials.bsky.social · 09/09/2025

🩸 September is Blood Cancer Awareness Month — a time to spotlight innovation in haematology. 👉 Learn more about Dr Smyth: www.ucd.ie/cancertrials... 🔬 Explore current haematology trials at the Cancer Trials Cluster: www.ucd.ie/cancertrials...

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UCD Cancer Trials Cluster @ucdcancertrials.bsky.social · 03/09/2025

Join us Oct 7 for The Living Stories Behind Cancer Research at MoLI! Inspired by the Human Library, come and “borrow” a patient, nurse, researcher & more for real talks on cancer research. Registration and more information: www.ucd.ie/cancertrials...

The Living Stories Behind Cancer Research - Cancer Trials Cluster

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UCD Cancer Trials Cluster @ucdcancertrials.bsky.social · 23/06/2025

🔬 Science Meets Lived Experience Jim discovered PPI via a hospital poster in 2020. Now he’s shaping cancer research & national health data projects with lived insight. 📢 Read at Science Meets Lived Experience: www.ucd.ie/cancertrials...

Science Meets Lived Experience: Patients Shaping Health Research in Ireland - Cancer Trials Cluster

UCD Cancer Trials Cluster @ucdcancertrials.bsky.social · 16/06/2025

As we shared recently, the Phase III OASIS-4 trial results are now published. A proud moment for our teams, collaborators, and especially the patients who made this possible. 📖 Read more about the results and their implications at our website: www.ucd.ie/cancertrials... Thank you to all involved!

Phase III OASIS-4 Trial Results Published in the New England Journal of Medicine - Cancer Trials Cluster

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UCD Cancer Trials Cluster @ucdcancertrials.bsky.social · 10/06/2025

📢 Save the Date – ISMO After-ASCO 2025 Virtual Updates Meeting 🗓️ Tuesday, 15th July 2025 | 6:00–8:00 PM (Irish Time) 💻 Online | Hosted by Professors Seamus O’Reilly & Michaela Higgins 🎓 Supported by Cancer Trials Ireland www.eventbrite.com/e/ismo-after...

ISMO after ASCO 2025

Virtual meeting to share updates from ASCO Annual Meeting

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UCD Cancer Trials Cluster @ucdcancertrials.bsky.social · 10/06/2025

📢 Publication Alert! We are excited to share our latest publication by Linda O'Neill from UCD Clinical Research Centre on the role PPI Informed Participant Information Leaflet in trial recruitment, retention, and decision making. Read more here onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1111/...

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Can a Public and Patient Involvement (PPI) Informed Participant Information Leaflet (PIL) Improve Trial Recruitment, Retention, and Quality of Decision Making? Results of a Randomised Controlled Double‐Blind Study Within a Trial (SWAT)

Introduction Public and patient involvement (PPI) may be utilised to improve aspects of trial conduct. This study within a trial (SWAT) aimed to examine if a PPI-informed participant information lea...

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UCD Cancer Trials Cluster @ucdcancertrials.bsky.social · 10/06/2025

Last Saturday, 7th June, we took part in the University College Dublin Festival 2025. At the UCD Clinical Research Centre stand, adults, families, teenagers and even toddlers joined us to explore the world of clinical research through. www.ucd.ie/cancertrials...

UCD Festival 2025 - Cancer Trials Cluster

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UCD Cancer Trials Cluster @ucdcancertrials.bsky.social · 06/06/2025

On #ICTD2025, we joined researchers, ethicists & advocates to explore what truly inclusive clinical research looks like. 🔹 Inclusivity is a design issue. 🔹 EDI training & co-creation are essential 🔹 Community engagement is vital 🎥 Now available to watch online: 🔗 www.youtube.com/playlist?lis...

International Clinical Trials Day 2025 - Rethinking Clinical Trials: Inclusivity in Practice - YouTube

How do we progress from discussion to action in ensuring the appropriate populations are taken into account in the design of a clinical study? Answers to thi...

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UCD Cancer Trials Cluster @ucdcancertrials.bsky.social · 06/06/2025

🧪 Help Support Research! Cillian Shine, student dietitian at UCC, is studying how men with prostate cancer use herbal & vitamin supplements. Know someone affected? Please share or take this short, anonymous survey to help improve future nutrition care. ucc.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_...

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UCD Cancer Trials Cluster @ucdcancertrials.bsky.social · 06/06/2025

📢 Publication Update! This study explores how primary healthcare professionals view the barriers & enablers to cancer prevention and early detection among Travellers, a minority ethnic group in Ireland. Congrats to Dr Patricia Fox& team on this vital work! www.sciencedirect.com/science/arti...

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Barriers and Enablers to Cancer Prevention, Screening and Early Detection Among Travellers in Ireland: Healthcare Professionals Perspectives

Travellers, a minority ethnic group in Ireland, experience higher-than-expected cancer-specific mortality. This codesigned research study explored the…

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UCD Cancer Trials Cluster @ucdcancertrials.bsky.social · 06/06/2025

📢 Publication Update! Exciting Phase 3 trial results of trial conducted at St. Vincent’s & the Mater. Congrats to all involved, especially Prof. Donal Brennan! 👏 www.nejm.org/doi/pdf/10.1...

Elinzanetant for Vasomotor Symptoms from Endocrine Therapy for Breast Cancer | NEJM

Women receiving endocrine therapy for hormone receptor (HR)–positive breast cancer or its prevention among those at high risk for breast cancer commonly have vasomotor symptoms. Data are lacking on...

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St Vincent's Healthcare Group Libraries @svhglibraries.bsky.social · 06/06/2025

New guidelines on prostate cancer available for download: #EAUguidelines #ProstateCancer

UCD Cancer Trials Cluster @ucdcancertrials.bsky.social · 06/06/2025

🎉 Join us for the UCD Festival , a day of discovery, fun, and community at University College Dublin! 🌟 Explore interactive exhibits, live talks, music, family activities & more. Free and open to all! 📅 Don’t miss it → festival.ucd.ie #UCDFestival #UCD #DublinEvents #FamilyFun #InnovationAndCulture

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UCD Festival Ireland | Be Inspired | Get Involved

The UCD Festival is a fun-filled day and showcases the very best of UCD through performances, engaging talks, hands-on science, and interactive exhibits. It is a day when we open our doors to all, pro...

UCD Cancer Trials Cluster @ucdcancertrials.bsky.social · 06/06/2025

📢 We’re proud to announce that Prof. Grainne O'Kane has been appointed Director of the UCD Cancer Cluster, succeeding Prof. Michaela Higgins. www.ucd.ie/cancertrials...

Gráinne O'Kane Appointed New Director of UCD Cancer Trial Cluster - Cancer Trials Cluster

UCD Cancer Trials Cluster @ucdcancertrials.bsky.social · 16/05/2025

🎉 International Clinical Trials Day is next Tuesday — and we’re already getting into the spirit! Whether you’re a patient, staff member, or just curious, stop by and say hi! 👋 📍 Catch us at: SVUH: Centrepoint Mater: Whitty Building NMH: Front Entrance NRH: Main Reception Wexford General

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UCD Cancer Trials Cluster @ucdcancertrials.bsky.social · 08/05/2025

Cut From The Same Cloth: Where art, science & community meet. Led by UCD Prof. Amanda McCann, this project explores the common threads between lived experience and scientific inquiry, amplifying minority voices in health science. www.ucd.ie/cancertrials...

Cut from the same Cloth - Cancer Trials Cluster

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UCD Cancer Trials Cluster @ucdcancertrials.bsky.social · 06/05/2025

Now recruiting across Europe! NavCare-EU supports older adults with cancer through non-medical navigation—connecting them to care, resources & companionship at home. Find out more @ NavCare-EU - Cancer Trials Cluster

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UCD Cancer Trials Cluster @ucdcancertrials.bsky.social · 30/04/2025

Be part of cutting-edge cancer research happening at UCD Cancer Trial Cluster. Our upcoming trials offer hope through innovation — with access to the latest therapies for gynaecological, breast, lung, and other cancers. www.ucd.ie/cancertrials...

Upcoming Clinical Trials - Cancer Trials Cluster

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UCD Cancer Trials Cluster @ucdcancertrials.bsky.social · 29/03/2025

2024 Year in Review 2024 has been an exciting year in which we have seen the exceptional outcomes of all the work and efforts of previous years. While we are already working to make 2025 another success, below, we highlight some key achievements in 2024. www.ucd.ie/cancertrials...

2024 Year in Review - Cancer Trials Cluster

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UCD Cancer Trials Cluster @ucdcancertrials.bsky.social · 21/03/2025

Colorectal cancer refers to cancer that starts in the colon or rectum. It's the third most common type of cancer in both men and women worldwide. UCD Cancer Cluster offer MOUNTAINEER-03 trial which explores improved treatments for metastatic colorectal cancer. www.ucd.ie/cancertrials...

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Cancer Research @UCC @cancerresearch-ucc.bsky.social · 21/03/2025

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UCD Cancer Trials Cluster @ucdcancertrials.bsky.social · 14/03/2025

March is Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month. Ovarian cancer is a significant cause of mortality among women in Ireland. Between 2013 and 2015, it ranked as the fourth most common cause of cancer deaths among Irish women. www.ucd.ie/cancertrials...

Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month - Cancer Trials Cluster

Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month

UCD Cancer Trials Cluster @ucdcancertrials.bsky.social · 07/03/2025

Wednesday was National No Smoking Day. Never to late to quit, smoking is the leading cause of lung cancer, responsible for approximately 85% of all cases. You can check here our current trials for patients with lung cancer: www.ucd.ie/cancertrials... www.ucd.ie/cancertrials...

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UCD Cancer Trials Cluster @ucdcancertrials.bsky.social · 06/03/2025

"It is the biggest burden of my life", Prof Grainne O'Kane discusses the challenges of accessing new medicines. www.irishtimes.com/business/202...

‘It is the biggest burden of my life’: An oncologist’s struggle to secure medicines for patients

Getting patients access to treatments they need – without which they will die – is the ‘biggest burden of my life’, says Prof Gráinne O’Kane

UCD Cancer Trials Cluster @ucdcancertrials.bsky.social · 28/02/2025

We are growing! Over the past months three new members joined our team. A warm welcome to Anisa as Research Project Manager, Mohamed as Cancer Research Support Officer and Isabel as PPIE Research Officer. www.ucd.ie/cancertrials...

UCD Cancer Trials Cluster @ucdcancertrials.bsky.social · 31/01/2025

Great to see @cancertrialsie.bsky.social launch a search function for their trials. Now patients can easily find studies relevant to their specific needs! www.cancertrials.ie/trial-search/ Well done team!

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Trial Search - Cancer Trials Ireland

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Rare Disease Clinical Trial Network @rarediseasectn.bsky.social · 28/01/2025

Passionate about clinical trial design? UCD is seeking an Ad Astra Fellow – Assistant Professor of Clinical Trials. Focus on: ✅ One Health clinical trials ✅ Research partnerships ✅ Training & capacity building 📅 Closing 12pm, 21st Feb Learn more: euraxess.ec.europa.eu/jobs/311624

A job advert stating: Ad Astra Fellow - Assistant Professor of Clinical Trials, UCD School of Medicine
Applications are sought for Ad Astra Fellow - Assistant Professor of Clinical Trials within the College of Health and Agricultural Sciences.

This Ad Astra fellowship will effect key deliverables in the context of several domains of strategic relevance to UCD’s ambitions:

International Policy and Practice
Consistent with UCD’s WHO Collaborating Centre commitments:

Develop evidence-based guidance on operationalising One Health, including protocols for cross-sectoral clinical trials.
Contribute trial methodologies and case studies to a knowledge repository, facilitating global knowledge-sharing and capacity building.

The fellowship will focus on:
Innovative trial design for One Health
Operationalising cross-sectoral clinical trials
Build research partnerships within the university, nationally and internationally
Capacity building, advocacy and education

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All-Island Cancer Research Institute @aicri.bsky.social · 17/01/2025

Congratulations to AICRI Co-Lead Prof. William Gallagher on being Highly Commended in the Impact Award category at the @researchireland.bsky.social 2024 Researcher of the Year awards! A well-deserved recognition of your consistent contributions to advancing cancer research.

UCD Cancer Trials Cluster @ucdcancertrials.bsky.social · 13/01/2025

We've just updated our study list for January 2025! Check our what trials are available thorugh St Vincent's Hospital Group and the Mater Misericordiae University Hospital www.ucd.ie/cancertrials... #CancerTrials #CancerResearch #Oncology #Haematology

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Jarushka Naidoo @drjnaidoo.bsky.social · 05/12/2024

FDA approves durvalumab for LS small cell lung cancer based on Ph III ADRIATIC trial: - PFS benefit (HR 0.76) - OS benefit (HR 0.73) - 2 yrs durvalumab after definitive chemoRT - currently available in 🇮🇪 on EAP www.fda.gov/drugs/resour... #MedSky #OncSky #LcSM @oncoalert.bsky.social

FDA approves durvalumab for limited-stage small cell lung cancer

On December 4, 2024, the Food and Drug Administration approved durvalumab (Imfinzi, AstraZeneca) for limited-stage small cell lung cancer (LS-SCLC).

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Ciaran Malone @ciaranmalone.bsky.social · 19/11/2024

Anybody in the Radiation Oncology space in Ireland 🇮🇪 interested in joining an #Ireland #Radonc #MedPhys #RTT starter pack? Hopefully it will help connect the Irish community (both clinical and academic) together. Please comment/message if you wish to be included. 🚀 ☢️ 🇮🇪

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Gerry Hanna @gerryhanna.bsky.social · 19/11/2024

Really enjoyed recording a podcast for Cancer Trials Irealnd this morning alongside @eibhlinmulroe.bsky.social and Prof Michaela Higgins, President Irish Society of Medical Oncology. Lots of great discussion, reflection, ambition on how we continune to improve our ☘️cancer trials infrastructure.

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Jarushka Naidoo @drjnaidoo.bsky.social · 19/11/2024

Sharing a fledgling #LCSM starter pack for those joining Bluesky 🦋 #Medsky #Oncsky @oncoalert.bsky.social go.bsky.app/MjDxbG2

UCD Cancer Trials Cluster @ucdcancertrials.bsky.social · 18/11/2024

Our website is updated regularly with news and information about our studies. If you're a person affected by cancer, a researcher, or just want to learn more about us, check it out! www.ucd.ie/cancertrials/

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