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Canadian Cancer Society Research @ccsresearch.bsky.social · 8h

Congratulations to our 2025 Workplace #Cancer #Research Grant recipients – and thank you for all you do to keep workers in Canada safe and healthy.

To learn more about these grants, visit our website: is.gd/WCRG2025

Results of the 2025 Workplace Cancer Research Grants competition

Workplaces can pose a significant risk to health through repeated exposure to carcinogens and other risks, including asbestos, solar UV, diesel exhaust, crystalline silica, radon, and shift work. Ever...

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Canadian Cancer Society Research @ccsresearch.bsky.social · 8h

Outdoor workers are 3 times as likely to develop skin cancer as indoor workers. Dr @cherylepeters.bsky.social will use existing data to estimate the rates and costs of skin cancers caused by workplace sun exposure. The goal: to guide national efforts to reduce sun exposure and prevent future cases.

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Canadian Cancer Society Research @ccsresearch.bsky.social · 8h

Dr Paul Demers will study the latest statistics to estimate how many work-related lung cancers are likely to arise in 2026 and how much they may cost workers and healthcare systems. He hopes this information will pave the way to better workplace #cancer awareness and prevention.

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Canadian Cancer Society Research @ccsresearch.bsky.social · 8h

Many construction workers may be exposed to asbestos, which can cause lung cancer. It’s unclear how many undergo lung cancer screening or how their health and care compare to that of other construction workers. Dr Nathan DeBono aims to improve cancer prevention and screening for this at-risk group.

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Canadian Cancer Society Research @ccsresearch.bsky.social · 8h

Cancer drugs can be toxic to healthy cells. Dr Hugh W. Davies will study how much contact healthcare workers have with these drugs in different environments and how the drugs may affect their health. His goal is to better understand the risk and make workplaces safer for healthcare professionals.

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Canadian Cancer Society Research @ccsresearch.bsky.social · 8h

These grants are developed in close collaboration with labour unions and workers’ compensation boards. They bring #cancer researchers together to focus on preventing, detecting and treating work-related cancers – focusing on high-priority areas where we can make great strides.

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Canadian Cancer Society Research @ccsresearch.bsky.social · 8h

Exciting news! We’re very pleased to announce the recipients of this year’s Workplace #Cancer #Research Grants. Every year, an estimated 10,000 workers in Canada are diagnosed with work-related cancers – so this research is vital to keeping all of Canada’s workers healthy:

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Cancer Research UK @cancerresearchuk.org · 16h

New transatlantic cancer research funding!

We're partnering with @ccsresearch.bsky.social to co-fund our Biology to Prevention Award, doubling the funding for collaborative UK and Canadian prevention research teams.

Join our webinar on 28 October at 14:00 GMT to learn more: cruk.ink/46yjOBX

Webinar: Biology to Prevention Award co-funded with Canadian Cancer Society

Join our webinar on 28 October to learn about this new partnership and how to apply for co-funding through the Biology to Prevention Award

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The Canadian Cancer Trials Group @cctg.bsky.social · 16d

The CCTG 2024 Annual Report is now live! Explore the achievements from the past year, highlighting the impact of our research and commitment to improving outcomes for people with cancer. buff.ly/4fcOXSh

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Canadian Cancer Society Research @ccsresearch.bsky.social · 12d

These awards celebrate #researchers who exemplify excellence in #cancer #science and outstanding service to the scientific community. Winners receive a personalized plaque and $20,000 to support their research program.

For eligibility criteria and more information, go to cancer.ca/en/research/...

Canadian Cancer Society 2025 Awards for Excellence in Cancer Research

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Canadian Cancer Society Research @ccsresearch.bsky.social · 12d

We are accepting nominations for the following categories:

CCS Lifetime Contribution Prize
CCS Inclusive Excellence Prize
CCS Robert L. Noble Prize
CCS O. Harold Warwick Prize
CCS Bernard and Francine Dorval Prize
CCS William E. Rawls Prize

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Canadian Cancer Society Research @ccsresearch.bsky.social · 12d

NOMINATIONS ARE OPEN: Do you know someone making a big impact in #cancer #research in Canada? Help us celebrate their work by nominating them for the 2025 @cancersociety.bsky.social Awards for Excellence in Cancer Research!

Deadline to nominate: December 10, 2025 at 5 pm EST

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Canadian Cancer Society Research @ccsresearch.bsky.social · 13d

In case you missed it!

Dive into the full report here: cancer.ca/research-impact

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Canadian Cancer Society Research @ccsresearch.bsky.social · 13d

Together, we are offering up to $2.1 million per grant to UK- and Canada-based teams working on innovative new approaches to #cancer primary prevention.

The deadline for applications is December 4, 2025.

Join us on October 28 for a webinar to help you apply for co-funding: cruk.ink/3KhifRh

Webinar: Biology to Prevention Award co-funded with Canadian Cancer Society

Join our webinar on 28 October to learn about this new partnership and how to apply for co-funding through the Biology to Prevention Award

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Canadian Cancer Society Research @ccsresearch.bsky.social · 13d

NEW FUNDING OPPORTUNITY: We’re excited to announce brand-new funding for UK-Canada #research teams working in #cancer prevention!

@cancersociety.bsky.social and @cancerresearchuk.org have partnered to support collaborative transatlantic research through our Biology to Prevention Award.

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Canadian Cancer Society Research @ccsresearch.bsky.social · 14d

Together, we’re tackling big #cancer challenges with bold, innovative thinking – and, together, we’re moving closer to a future with better cancer prevention, detection and care for everyone.

Thank you for helping to make this work possible.

Dive into the full report: cancer.ca/research-impact

The Canadian Cancer Society’s 2024/25 Research Impact Report

Find out how your support in 2024/25 made it possible for the Canadian Cancer Society to invest in life-saving – and life-changing – cancer research

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Canadian Cancer Society Research @ccsresearch.bsky.social · 14d

From changing the way we deal with #cancer to saving lives through #ClinicalTrials, this year’s report highlights how CCS-funded #research is making a real difference for people affected by #cancer.

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Canadian Cancer Society Research @ccsresearch.bsky.social · 14d

We’re thrilled to announce that our 2024–25 @cancersociety.bsky.social Research Impact Report is live!

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Today, on #WorldCancerResearchDay, this report celebrates the incredible progress #cancer #researchers and patient partners are making across Canada.

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The Canadian Cancer Trials Group @cctg.bsky.social · 15d

During #BloodCancerAwarenessMonth, we’re spotlighting HD12, a phase III #CCTG clinical trial evaluating a new targeted therapy combination against the current standard for early-stage #Hodgkinlymphoma.
#BloodCancerResearch #SolvingCancerTogether

Trial page -> buff.ly/n304NuP

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Canadian Cancer Society Research @ccsresearch.bsky.social · 16d

Advanced #ProstateCancer can be hard to treat, but a new imaging technique is changing that. Dr Cynthia Ménard’s research is already helping people with prostate cancer – like #ClinicalTrial participant Robert, who is now #cancer-free. Read more about this life-changing #research: is.gd/cabEva

Saving lives with an innovative imaging technique

Dr Cynthia Ménard is improving outcomes for people with advanced prostate cancer with a new form of imaging to better target its spread.

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Canadian Cancer Society @cancersociety.bsky.social · 23d

🔬 Choosing Hope Symposium: Virtual Event Alert! 🔬
Join us on #WorldCancerResearchDay, September 24, for an inspiring event focused on cancer care, research & support for children, teens, parents & young adults.

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Canadian Cancer Society Research @ccsresearch.bsky.social · 28d

Congratulations to all of the 2025 @cancersociety.bsky.social Research Training Awards recipients! It’s clear that the future of #cancer #research is in good hands.

To find out more about these bold young scientists and the exciting work they’re doing, visit us at: cancer.ca/en/research/...

Results of the 2025 Research Training Awards Master’s Level Competition

The Canadian Cancer Society’s (CCS) Research Training Awards program aims to support growth and innovation in the next generation of diverse cancer researchers across Canada. Recognizing that marginal...

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Canadian Cancer Society Research @ccsresearch.bsky.social · 28d

Focal therapy is a treatment that destroys #cancer cells without harming healthy ones. Right now, it’s only effective in less aggressive cancers. Diery-Leando Saint-Vil is studying how aggressive #ProstateCancer cells resist treatment to find ways of making focal therapy work in these cancers.

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Canadian Cancer Society Research @ccsresearch.bsky.social · 28d

After treatment with #cancer drugs called taxanes, many people develop neuropathy – a side effect that can impact people’s sensation or ability to move. Joanna Mbuya is studying how neuropathy changes with age in hopes of better understanding and managing this condition in people of all ages.

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Canadian Cancer Society Research @ccsresearch.bsky.social · 28d

T-cell #leukemia often comes back after treatment. The STAT5 protein helps #cancer cells survive treatment, but drugs that target it are too toxic for people with leukemia. With @src-crs.bsky.social support, Johnathon Lucas is seeking new ways to target STAT5 that could yield less toxic treatments.

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