Finding cures faster

Research projects approved The Swiss Cancer Research foundation is investing 15.8 million Swiss francs in new research projects, driving progress in the fight against cancer. This funding enables us to push boundaries further and faster, ultimately aiming to improve outcomes for those affected by cancer.

Implementation Science ExpertIn her research project funded by the Swiss Cancer Research foundation, Lauren Clack studied the cantonal programs for colorectal cancer screening. The fact that the programs are structured differently is justified, says the specialist in Implementation Science.

Paving the way for combined radiation therapyProtons cause fewer side effects than X-rays. However, because proton therapy is technically complex and very expensive, it is currently only used for a small number of cancer patients. How could proton therapy be made more accessible?

Research projects approvedThe Swiss Cancer Research foundation is funding new research projects to the tune of 8.9 million Swiss francs, paving the way for important new findings in the fight against cancer.

Better quality of life thanks to new surgical techniqueJelena Todic, together with other researchers, has further developed a surgical approach for the treatment of laryngeal cancer.

"We must persist in our efforts to secure additional funding"Since the beginning of the year, Mark Rubin has been the new president of the Scientific Committee. He regrets that not all excellent research proposals can be funded. Therefore, he is highly motivated to apply his experience with creative fundraising from the USA to Switzerland.