Translational Cancer Research
URPP Translational Cancer Research
Lead: Faculty of Medicine
Involved: Faculty of Science
Start: January 2013
Running time: 12 years
Led by
Prof. Dr. Reinhard Dummer
Prof. Dr. Konrad Basler
Between fundamental and clinical research
Cancer is caused by genetic and epigenetic changes that occur randomly, or that are caused by environmental factors. These changes generate cancer cells, which are characterized by uncontrolled growth, increased ability to survive and the capacity to metastasize. The URPP Translational Cancer Research builds a bridge between fundamental and clinical research, and fosters communication and collaboration between research groups investigating different aspects of cancer.