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Transforming lives through Immunotherapy research

Awarded “Cancer Immunotherapy Support Charity of the Year 2020” by the UK Enterprise Board

At Topic of Cancer, we’re funding groundbreaking research into immunotherapy, a revolutionary approach that empowers the body’s immune system to fight cancer. Our work extends to vital areas like exploring the role of the microbiome in treatment, understanding how exercise can improve outcomes, and identifying key biomarkers to personalise therapies. All of this research is led by experts at the University of Surrey, ensuring that every donation directly supports innovative treatments that can change lives. Together, we’re advancing the future of cancer care.

Immunotherapy

Discover what immunotherapy is and why we believe it’s the future of cancer treatment.

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The Microbiome (Gut)

We’re researching the potential effects of the microbiome and it’s impact on cancer treatment.

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Exercise

Early stage research indicates that exercise can play a vital part in the effectiveness of cancer treatment.

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Biomarkers

Research into biomarkers are crucial to help identify how a patient’s immune system responds to treatment.

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Throughout the year, we hold lots of different fundraising events where you can join us and help support our mission.

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Beyond Research: Supporting Cancer Patients Every Step of the Way

Dedicated Support Groups

At Topic of Cancer, we’re committed to more than just groundbreaking research. We also provide vital support for cancer patients through our unique programmes. ToC Voices, our uplifting choir, helps patients boost their well-being through the power of song. ToC Fit offers tailored fitness sessions, promoting both physical and emotional strength during and after treatment. ToC Together ensures no one faces cancer alone, offering support groups that connect patients and their families. Your donations help us to improve lives, inside and outside the lab.

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What we’ve Done

Latest Research Updates

Exercise during chemotherapy may help immune cells fight cancer – patients invited to join new trial
Exercise during chemotherapy may help immune cells fight cancer – patients invited to join new trial

Exercise during chemotherapy may help immune cells fight cancer – patients invited to join new trial

Exercising during chemotherapy and before surgery may help the body send more immune cells into cancerous tumours, according to a first-of-its-kind pilot study from the University of Surrey and Royal Surrey NHS Foundation Trust. In a study published in the Journal of Sport and Health…
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New study into exercise’s link to cancer recovery
New study into exercise’s link to cancer recovery

New study into exercise’s link to cancer recovery

We were excited that BBC Surrey visited the labs to interview patients and Dr Nicola Annels and Dr David Bartlett, co-authors of a new study that is looking to determine whether exercise can help tackle cancer. As we have reported before, cancer patients being treated…
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Exercise and outcomes in advanced oesophageal cancer
Exercise and outcomes in advanced oesophageal cancer

Exercise and outcomes in advanced oesophageal cancer

Will a pre-therapy exercise intervention improve the outcomes of patients with advanced oesophageal cancer? World Cancer Research Fund (WCRF) has announced it's 2023 research grants and we are delighted that our cancer research team at the University of Surrey was successful in securing a large…
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£1585 raised at Menzies Tough Mudder
The Menzies team at the september topic of cancer tough mudder.
£1585 raised at Menzies Tough Mudder

£1585 raised at Menzies Tough Mudder

We are so grateful to colleagues from Menzies who raised a fantastic £1585 at a Tough Mudder earlier in September.
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RSCH Open Day
RSCH Open Day

RSCH Open Day

We had a great time at the Royal Surrey NHS Foundation Trust Community Open Day.  Thank you to everyone who stopped by to learn more about out work and the cancer research we support
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Corporate Social Responsibility Blog
Corporate Social Responsibility Blog

Corporate Social Responsibility Blog

Community support is all around us, all the time, though we might not realise it – from the big things like charity fundraisers, to the little things like friendly chats with your neighbour, we’re all a vital part of our bigger society and making the…
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