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Meeting Local MP at Plymouth University
The South West has the highest rate of brain tumours diagnosed in the UK, so it was with particular interest that Kevin Foster, MP for Torbay, toured the laboratories at the Brain Tumour Research Centre of Excellence at Plymouth
Liquid aspirin breakthrough in brain tumour research
A potentially ground-breaking scientific breakthrough with far-reaching consequences for future treatments of brain tumours is to be revealed at an international research meeting in Poland today (Tuesday).
Do mobile phones cause brain tumours?
Mobile and cordless phones emit a form of microwave energy known as radiofrequency electromagnetic fields (REF). The media is full of alarming news stories about possible links between mobile phones and cancer. This is a controversial subject and, despite various
World Health Organisation Publishes New Guidelines on Brain Tumour Classification
In May 2016, the World Health Organisation (WHO) published new official guidelines for the classification of brain tumours. Last published in 2007, this update now includes genetic and molecular information of tumours combined with their histology (the way tumours are
UK Government acknowledges more must be done for brain tumour patients
The UK Government has formally acknowledged that more needs to be done for brain tumour patients and their families. Health Minister George Freeman MP announced a package of measures at a Westminster Hall debate on Monday 18th April which was
Plymouth University
Brain Tumour Research is an official charity partner of Plymouth University. We’re one of four universities in the UK working with the charity to improve the treatment and outcomes of brain tumours. Plymouth’s Centre of Excellence specialises in low-grade brain tumours, which
120 DIFFERENT TYPES…
…no wonder a brain tumour is notoriously difficult to diagnose. There are more than 120 different types of brain tumour. Most commonly brain tumours develop from cells that support the nerve cells of the brain. These are called glial cells
Treatments
Specialists (which may be a neurosurgeon in combination with an oncologist/radiologist) will determine the most suitable treatment based on:- the type of brain tumour the grade of the tumour if it is malignant the position of the tumour – how
Meet the Brain Tumour Research scientists
A lab tour is a great opportunity to see the interesting and valuable research taking place in the Brain Tumour Research Centres of Excellence. You will be able to ask questions about the research and understand how the work undertaken