May 29, 2025, 20:11

The Patricia Swannell Dormancy and Late Recurrence Research Funding Programme

This one-off funding programme by Breast Cancer Now supports research addressing the challenge of dormancy and late recurrence in breast cancer. Established through The Patricia Swannell Appeal for Secondary Breast Cancer, the programme is a tribute to Patricia’s mission to raise awareness, enhance clinical education, and fund research into why some breast cancers return years after treatment.

Eligibility Criteria:

Eligibility details were not explicitly stated, but applicants are expected to be researchers or institutions with a demonstrated focus on breast cancer, especially in dormancy and recurrence mechanisms. For exact criteria, applicants should refer to Breast Cancer Now’s funding guidelines.

Funding Details:

Funding amount not specified publicly.
Supports innovative research focused on:
- Understanding dormancy in breast cancer cells
- Preventing late recurrence
- Improving diagnosis, treatment, and outcomes
Part of Breast Cancer Now’s £299 million+ commitment to breast cancer research.

Deadline:

Application opens: 8 March 2024
Application closes: 4 July 2024

Where to go for further information:

Visit Breast Cancer Now’s Research Funding Page for guidelines, eligibility, and application forms.

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