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Research strategy

FlowchartThe research strategy sets our direction and priorities for 2009-2014, detailing where we will be focusing our resources over this time to have the greatest impact.

Use the links below to find out more about the themes of our research strategy, as well as read about the progress we have made, and how we are working to update our strategy.

You can also download the Cancer Research UK five-year research strategy: 2009-2014 (PDF, 260KB).

The three themes of our strategy detail where we will be focusing our resources over the five year period.

Find out more about the themes

We have made significant progress on our research strategy since the launch in 2009. A progress report is now available.
 

Read our 2011/12 progress report

The strategy which was launched in 2009, was developed through a combination of methods including extensive consultation.

Find out how it was developed