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Cancer Research @UCC @cancerresearch-ucc.bsky.social · 6d

After completing MSc research alongside her role in the
BCNI Biobank, Cliodhna Nolan begins a full-time PhD this week. She will continue to focus on cell-free DNA in high-grade non-Hodgkin’s lymphoma to help improve patient monitoring & treatment. Good luck Cliodhna!

Cancer Research @UCC @cancerresearch-ucc.bsky.social · 15d

Excited to be part of this 𝐤𝐢𝐜𝐤-𝐨𝐟𝐟 𝐞𝐯𝐞𝐧𝐭 where we heard from representatives of each work package. Our own Jack Gleeson will be lead the pilot trial in Work Package 3.

TRANSCEND-XR @transcend-xr.bsky.social · Jul 23

Hello Bluesky!

We are #TRANSCEND-XR, a Horizon Europe project exploring how XR can support young testicular cancer survivors.

Follow us for updates and insights!

#HorizonEurope #DigitalHealth #EUResearch #EUCancerMission #EUResearch

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Cancer Trials Ireland @cancertrialsie.bsky.social · 17d

Ireland’s first patient has been enrolled on the ASCENT-05 trial at Cork University Hospital. Congratulations to @seamusoreilly.bsky.social & the @cancerresearch-ucc.bsky.social team. The study, sponsored by Gilead Sciences, is testing new options for people with high-risk early TNBC: bit.ly/46aR3wa

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Cancer Research @UCC @cancerresearch-ucc.bsky.social · 19d

Applications are invited for the post of Locum Consultant Medical Oncologist at CUH www.rezoomo.com/job/85000/?L...

Cancer Research @UCC @cancerresearch-ucc.bsky.social · 22d

Join the UCC CTG team as a Clinical Nurse Manager 2 supporting Precision Immunotherapy research in Breast Cancer. Enthusiastic research nurse sought to work in a growing team, supporting investigator-led research.

Apply now: tinyurl.com/ynhesxzb

Cancer Research @UCC @cancerresearch-ucc.bsky.social · Aug 19

In January we were privileged to have Dr Bruce Levine
speak on CAR T-cell therapy at our UCC Cancer Seminar Series. Dr Levine has partnered with country music artist Mags McCarthy to release a song that aims to give a voice to cancer patients - ‪@bllphd.bsky.social‬ www.agriland.ie/farming-news...

Mags Mccarthy Rings the Bell in Hope for Cancer Patients | Agriland

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Cancer Research @UCC @cancerresearch-ucc.bsky.social · Aug 18

In this recent IJROBP - The Red Journal article Aisling Barry et al spotlight the expanding role of #RadiationTherapy for primary liver & gallbladder cancers.
🔗 tinyurl.com/3wncmmwm

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Cancer Research @UCC @cancerresearch-ucc.bsky.social · Aug 8

Final year @ucc.ie CoMH med students Alannah Kelly & Amy Richards have launched a Sustainability in Oncology survey for healthcare professionals in cancer care.
🌱Have your say & help shape greener oncology
📰Survey: tinyurl.com/bp63p3za

Sustainability in Oncology - Healthcare Professional Survey

You do not have to answer every question in the survey—please feel free to skip any that you do not wish to answer. You may stop completing the survey at any point before submission. However, once the...

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Cancer Research @UCC @cancerresearch-ucc.bsky.social · Aug 6

We’re excited to welcome Lorraine Smith, PhD student in @tcddublin.bsky.social to our lab for 8 weeks with
@aicri.bsky.social funded by #BreakthroughCancerResearch. Lorraine is Investigating a new therapy for Barrett’s Oesophagus, a precursor to oesophageal cancer. #PhDResearch #UCCResearch

Cancer Research @UCC @cancerresearch-ucc.bsky.social · Jul 30

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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Cancer Research @UCC @cancerresearch-ucc.bsky.social · Jul 29

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

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Cancer Research @UCC @cancerresearch-ucc.bsky.social · Jul 15

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Tumour-Specific Growth Rate as a Potential Predictor of Outcomes in Oligoprogressive Disease Treated With Stereotactic Body Radiotherapy

Growing data suggest a potential progression-free survival advantage with stereotactic body radiotherapy (SBRT) in oligoprogressive disease (OPD). How…

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Cancer Research @UCC @cancerresearch-ucc.bsky.social · Jul 15

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.

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Cancer Research @UCC @cancerresearch-ucc.bsky.social · Jul 9

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
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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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Cancer Research @UCC @cancerresearch-ucc.bsky.social · Jul 9

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'

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Cancer Research @UCC @cancerresearch-ucc.bsky.social · Jul 8

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...

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Cancer Research @UCC @cancerresearch-ucc.bsky.social · Jun 27

#WorldMicrobiomeDay #WMD2025 #FeedYourMicrobes

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Cancer Research @UCC @cancerresearch-ucc.bsky.social · Jun 27

#WorldMicrobiomeDay #WMD2025 #FeedYourMicrobes

Cancer Research @UCC @cancerresearch-ucc.bsky.social · Jun 27

To mark #WorldMicrobiomeDay Prof Mark Tangney will be speaking on @UCCFM today at 1pm to discuss microbiome and cancer research.

📻 Tune in here: liveradio.ie/stations/ucc...

If you miss it you can listen back here: ucc.ie/en/media/res...

UCC 98.3FM | Live Radio

Listen to UCC 98.3FM. Ireland's only 24/7 student radio station. UCC 98.3FM broadcasting since 1995. Listen Live at LiveRadio.ie

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Cancer Research @UCC @cancerresearch-ucc.bsky.social · Jun 27

#WorldMicrobiomeDay #WMD2025 #FeedYourMicrobes

Cancer Research @UCC @cancerresearch-ucc.bsky.social · Jun 27

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.

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Seth Bordenstein @symbionticism.bsky.social · Jun 16

🎙️ INVITATION to A Special Lecture for World Microbiome Day | Register here: lnkd.in/ejPZMxgP

Join us on JUNE 27th at 10 AM EDT for a pivotal webinar featuring Professor CURTIS HUTTENHOWER, a renowned authority in computational biology and microbiome science.

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Human microbiome pioneer to deliver World Microbiome Day lecture | Penn State University

Curtis Huttenhower, professor of computational biology and bioinformatics at the Harvard School of Public Health, will deliver a lecture to the Penn State community in honor of World Microbiome Day. T...

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Cancer Research @UCC @cancerresearch-ucc.bsky.social · Jun 26

In the lead-up to #WorldMicrobiomeDay we hosted colleagues from UCC CTG, ‪@apcmicrobiomeirel.bsky.social and more for a mind-body yoga session followed by a tasting of probiotic-rich drinks🧘‍♀️ A refreshing way to highlight our focus on Cancer Microbiome Research - one of our key areas of research.

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Cancer Research @UCC @cancerresearch-ucc.bsky.social · Jun 19

Proud of our PhD student Maria Carey presenting her poster at #EACR2025 in Lisbon 🇵🇹 on Drug-resistant Oesophageal Cancer Cells. Well done Maria!
#BreakthroughCancerResearch @researchireland.ie #UCCResearch #CancerResearch #OesophagealCancer

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Cancer Research @UCC @cancerresearch-ucc.bsky.social · Jun 19

Now Hiring: UCC CTG are hiring a Clinical Research Nurse at @CUH_Cork. Help advance breast cancer research across ‪@rcsi.bsky.social‬ UCC & CUH as part of an established multidisciplinary research team
3-year contract, CNM1 Salary Scale, Full Training
More Info 👉 tinyurl.com/298khkkv

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