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Cancer Research:  Explanations

Cancer research focuses on several different lines of inquiry. It aims to increase our understanding of the disease’s mechanisms as well as to prevent it, detect it as early as possible and, of course, treat it better. This section gives the essential information that you should be aware of in these areas.

Research Basics

The general rules of cancer research

Research to Increase our Understanding

Priority is given to deciphering the subtle biological mechanisms of cancer

Research to Improve Prevention

Identifying risk factors allows us to reduce the risk of getting cancer

Research to Improve Detection

Detecting cancer at an early stage is vital

Research to Improve Care

Clinical trials are a necessary step in the evaluation of new treatments

FAQ

The answers to 7 questions about research