Market Research Report: Cancer Research UK
Company Overview
Name, Mission of the Company
Name: Cancer Research UK
Mission: To beat cancer by funding research into its prevention and treatment and providing cancer information for the public.
When Was the Company Founded and By Whom
No information is available.
Key People in the Company
- Lord Simon Stevens: Chair of the Council of Trustees
- Michelle Mitchell OBE: Chief Executive Officer
- Angela Morrison: Chief Operating Officer
- Philip Almond: Executive Director, Marketing, Fundraising, and Engagement
- Iain Foulkes PhD: Executive Director, Research and Innovation/CEO of Cancer Research Horizons
- Nick Grant: Executive Director, Strategy and Philanthropy
- Ian Walker: Executive Director, Policy, Information, and Communications
- Professor Ketan (KJ) Patel PhD FRS FMedSci MRCP: Chief Scientist
- Professor Charles Swanton MBPhD FRCP FMedSci FRS: Chief Clinician
Where Is the Company Headquartered
Headquarters: 2 Redman Place, London, E20 1JQ, UK
Number of Employees
Number of Employees: Over 4,000
Revenue of the Company
Revenue: £719 million (2022/23)
What is the Company Known For
Cancer Research UK is known for being the world’s leading charitable funder of cancer research.
Products
What Products Do They Offer
Cancer Research UK primarily offers:
- Cancer research initiatives
- Public cancer information and awareness campaigns
- Fundraising activities
- Cancer policy and advocacy initiatives
High-Level Description of the Product
Cancer Research Initiatives:
Funding scientists, doctors, and nurses to conduct extensive cancer research with the goal of discovering new treatments and cures.
Public Information and Awareness Campaigns:
Providing crucial information about cancer prevention, diagnosis, and treatment to the public.
Fundraising Activities:
Running various fundraising campaigns and events to support their research initiatives.
Policy and Advocacy Initiatives:
Influencing cancer policy and legislation to drive forward their mission to beat cancer.
Key Features of Each of the Products
- Cancer Research Initiatives:
- Comprehensive funding for innovative cancer research.
- Collaborative projects across multiple scientific disciplines.
- Focused on the entire spectrum from basic research to clinical application.
- Public Information and Awareness Campaigns:
- Accessible information about cancer symptoms, treatments, and coping strategies.
- Cancer Chat forum for shared community support.
- Dedicated campaigns for cancer awareness such as Childhood Cancer Awareness Month.
- Fundraising Activities:
- Major events like "Race for Life."
- Monthly and single donation schemes.
- Fundraising packs for community-driven initiatives.
- Policy and Advocacy Initiatives:
- Evidence-based cancer policy development.
- Campaigns for early cancer diagnosis and improved cancer services.
- Tobacco control and other prevention measures.
Recent Developments
What Are the Recent Developments in the Company
- Increased Funding:
- Total funding raised in 2022/23 was £719 million.
What Are the New Products Launched
No information is available
What Are the New Features Added to the Existing Products
No information is available
Any New Partnerships
- Cancer Research UK partners with The Mark Foundation for Cancer Research:
Partnership aims to pave the way for personalized immunotherapy treatments.
- Stand Up to Cancer (SU2C) partnership:
Granted £7.5 million to improve treatments for children and young people’s cancers.
Summary
Cancer Research UK stands as a prominent leader in the global effort to combat cancer. They've established a strong research network, robust public information campaigns, and impactful fundraising activities. Recent partnerships are propelling forward innovative treatments, particularly in immunotherapy and children's cancer treatments, affirming their mission to beat cancer through scientific discovery, public engagement, and policy advocacy.
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