Cancer Biology

Research in the School of Life Sciences covers a wide spectrum of biology from genes to ecosystems, and this broad-based structure provides opportunities for developing novel ideas and inter-disciplinary projects. Learn more with theCancer Biology program fromUniversity of Essex.

They offer supervision in all areas of staff expertise in cancer biology and the research is at the basic-clinical interface and they employ a range of techniques for studying cancer at the molecular and cellular level.

They have current projects on the development of stem cell based therapies, mechanisms of therapy resistance, racial disparities in cancer, translational and clinical proteomics, drug design, and genomics and computational biology. Many projects are in collaboration with the NHS and regional hospitals.

As a research student inthe Cancer Biology program from University of Essex , you will work at the heart of the internationally acknowledged, well-resourced and well-connected research community. They offer world-class supervision and training opportunities, and encourage you to engage with other researchers, professionals, practitioners and research users, where possible, for example using the generous funding from Proficio to attend conferences and training courses.

Part-time research study is also available. You can start this degree in October, January or April. A PhD is also available.

Your future

Many of the postgraduates continue their scientific research by taking up postdoctoral positions in the UK and overseas. Others have embarked on careers in biomedical laboratories and in the pharmaceutical and biotechnology industries, both in research and development. They support your career development by a mentoring scheme and employability events.

• A research degree doesn't have a taught structure, giving you the chance to investigate your chosen topic in real depth and reach a profound understanding.

• In communicating that understanding, through a thesis or other means, you have a rare opportunity to generate knowledge.

• A research degree allows you to develop new high-level skills, enhance your professional development and build new networks. It can open doors to many careers.