We’re looking forward to welcoming national & international leaders in cancer research and clinical trials to #FutureOfCancerResearch on #WorldCancerDay
Roisin M Connolly
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-Breast Cancer Researcher -Academic Director @CUH/UCC Cancer Centre, Cork, IRL -Director, Cancer Research @UCC & UCC Cancer Trials Group -Associate Professor @JohnsHopkins, Baltimore, MD -Views are my own.
Explore the agenda for our Future of Cancer Research event on #WorldCancerDay. Excited to share how we unite academic research and clinical practice to turn innovation into improved patient care. www.ucc.ie/en/cancer-re...
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The Future of Cancer Research - Connecting Research and Patients
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Menopause, Diet and Cancer is a practical resource for women navigating menopause as a result of cancer treatment, offering evidence-based nutritional guidance to support health and well-being. irishexaminer.com/news/arid-41...
Book details advice for cancer patients to counter 'world full of nutrition misinformation'
One breast cancer patient said: 'The very treatments that are keeping me alive also carry long-term risks to my heart, bones, brain, and other vital organs.'
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Very proud to join esteemed colleagues and participants from the LiamMcTrial this evening a we launch the ‘Living well toolkit’ for men recovering from cancer. Honoured to be part of this great work @uccresearch.bsky.social
In this #menshealthweek can I give a shout out to the amazing LiamMc Trial team for their inspiring work with men following prostate cancer treatment. @cancerresearch-ucc.bsky.social
In a powerful blend of art, community & care Cancer Research @UCC & CCAE unveil Moving Words - a new (micro)landscape in the city raising awareness for cancer survivorship. Read more: tinyurl.com/52dy62m5 Support our work: tinyurl.com/bdavkfxd
We are proud to have Professor Jack Gleeson co-lead the pragmatic randomised clinical trials component of this exciting project aimed at managing the long-term effects of testicular cancer in young survivors. Interdisciplinary research driving innovation to help improve lives of people with cancer.
Researchers @ucc.ie have received funding to lead a major new €6 million European project that will revolutionise how adolescents and young adults across Europe understand and manage the long-term effects of testicular cancer. www.ucc.ie/en/news/2025...
🏅The CUH/UCC Cancer Centre received a gold standard European accreditation today & is now a designated Organisation of European Cancer Institutes (OECI) Cancer Centre. This accreditation will enhance clinical & research ecosystem attracting funding and experts to work in this region.
The CUH/UCC Cancer Centre is officially a designated Organisation of European Cancer Institutes (OECI) Cancer Centre #OncologyDays2025 #OECI #CUH #UCC #HSESouthWest
On #WorldMicrobiomeDay our #MicrobiomeAmbassadors are declaring their microbe love publicly to raise awareness of the potential microbiomes have for healthier people and a healthier planet. Our director Prof RoisinMConnolly is leading out the campaign.
We’re proud to share a novel, internationally recognised protocol from the LYSA Trial - selected as a top abstract at ESPEN 2023. This dietitian-led survivorship intervention uses ePROs over 12 months to monitor weight, nutrition, and physical activity. Read more: doi.org/10.12688/hrb...
Earlier this summer our Marie Curie (INSPIRE) fellow Munawar Abbas spoke at the International Symposium on Nutritional Strategies for Sustainable Health hosted by Government College University, Faisalabad & the Nutrition and Health Society. Title: 'Feeding the Gut – How Microbes Shape Our Health'
Menopause, Diet & Cancer is designed to offer practical, evidence-based guidance on how dietary and lifestyle choices can alleviate menopausal symptoms and enhance overall wellbeing. @katiejohnston3.bsky.social irishpharmacist.ie/news/new-res...
New resource for women navigating menopause and diet after cancer - Irish Pharmacist
A new innovative resource has been launched for women affected by cancer who are experiencing a treatment-induced menopause...
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Could tumour growth speed predict outcomes in oligoprogressive cancer treated with SBRT? In a study of Stereotactic Body Radiotherapy treated patients Prof Aisling Barry & team find tumour-specific growth rate may help identify who benefits most from treatment, irrespective of type.
Explore cutting-edge XR research & innovation! The EU-funded TRANSCEND-XR project at UCC are hiring for 2 roles 🔹 Project Manager – tinyurl.com/35r3e3zj 🔹 Postdoc Researcher – tinyurl.com/46jxavsn #JobAlert #XR #ResearchJobs #EUfunded #UCC
To ensure end-of-life care is the best it can be teams at Marymount Cork & CUH Cork introduced a care planning form, checklist & staff training to improve how dying patients and families are supported. Read full paper here 📰 www.mdpi.com/1718-7729/32...
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Delighted to see the LIAM Mc Study Protocol gaining international recognition in @plosone.org. A huge testament to the incredible impact this investigator-initiated study is having on patient care. Read the full paper: tinyurl.com/3xey2m8n
The CUH/UCC Cancer Centre is seeking a passionate and strategic Programme Manager (Senior Research Coordinator) to help drive transformative change in cancer care and research across the South West region. Learn more tinyurl.com/3d527muc
The CUH/UCC Cancer Centre team is looking for a dynamic Programme Manager to drive the Centre’s development, implement key policies, and engage with stakeholders & funders. Ready to make an impact? Apply now! tinyurl.com/3d527muc
Exceptional Opportunity! In a joint role between UCC and CUH this Professor in Cancer Clinical Trials role offers a chance to drive research, expand clinical trials and improve patient outcomes worldwide. Apply today to play a key role in building an OECI Centre of Excellence. tinyurl.com/mr57t6yz
📣 have you been diagnosed with cancer, and are experiencing menopausal symptoms as a result of your treatment? we’re looking to hear from you! please consider completing our survey if you are eligible, it will only take 15 minutes of your time! tinyurl.com/menocancersu...
💛 Exciting news this #DaffodilDay! The #LiamMcTrial research team at UCC & CUH in collaboration with Irish Cancer Society & Pfizer are launching their “Your Living Well Toolkit” to support the long term well-being of men who have completed their 12-week LIAM Mc program. @katiejohnston3.bsky.social
Cancer Research @UCC went 'all in against cancer' on #DaffodilDay in support of Irish Cancer Society. You can support our fundraising efforts by donating at the link below: fundraise.cancer.ie/fundraisers/...
The Menopause, Diet & Cancer booklet was developed from the LYSA Trial by CORU-registered dietitian at UCC & School of Food and Nutritional Sciences supported by The Irish Cancer Society and offers evidence-based guidance for women navigating menopause after cancer. @katiejohnston3.bsky.social
Ireland’s health system faces challenges, but university research is driving breakthroughs. The Women’s Cancer Survivorship programme, led by @ucc.ie researchers, offers first-of-their-kind clinics to support survivors post-treatment. Learn more: 🔗 www.iua.ie/betterirelan...
Our #LYSA cancer survivorship study was chosen by @IUAofficial to profile exemplars of research from @UCC showcasing how university research drives breakthroughs that improve lives. #BetterIreland www.youtube.com/watch?v=dEoZ...
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The Keane lab is hiring! Join our team at @apcmicrobiomeirel.bsky.social on an exciting new project trying to understand how the gut-brain axis shapes the tumour microenvironment of Diffuse Midline Glioma #cryanlab #DMG #DIPG Apply here using using Job Id 085551 ucc.ie/en/hr/vacanc...
Research by @maevehennessy.bsky.social & @rmconnolly.bsky.social published in @ascocancer.bsky.social investigating multiplex spatial proteomic analysis of HER2-positive breast tumours reveals unique molecular and immunological properties associated with treatment response. 📄 tinyurl.com/nhmcw3ay
Attending this am the @ucc.ie Student Research Conference. @cancerresearch-ucc.bsky.social academic oncologist Jack Gleeson presenting his #UCCCTG supported investigator-led LiamMc trial for men with advanced prostate cancer. clinicaltrials.gov/study/NCT059...
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Meredith Regan proposes framework using established criteria for pragmatic clinical trial design, then walks audience thru process using PREPEC. #masterclass #SGBCC2025