Welcome to the University of Cambridge Department of Oncology
Our mission: To reduce the morbidity and mortality of patients with cancer through research, treatment and education.
The Department of Oncology is an academic department within the School of Clinical Medicine at the University of Cambridge. We are at the forefront of an ever-expanding field of cancer research. Our main focus is on translating basic scientific findings into clinical applications for treatment, diagnosis and prevention of cancer. The research interests of the Department can be divided into 3 broad disciplines:
- Basic Laboratory Research
- Translational Research
- Clinical Research
Our Research Group Leaders (many of whom are also practising clinicians), direct multidisciplinary teams, which ensures strong links between our laboratory science and its clinical application for the benefit of patients.
We are a multi-site department based on or close to the Cambridge Biomedical Campus, which encompasses Addenbrooke's and Royal Papworth Hospitals, several University of Cambridge Departments, internationally renowned Research Institutes and pharmaceutical companies. This co-location enables close collaboration of world-class laboratory scientists and clinicians and provides access to state-of-the-art clinical, research and training facilities. The Department of Oncology is at the forefront of oncology research and education with a strong focus on translating basic scientific findings into clinical applications for treatment, diagnosis and prevention of cancer.