Jean-Yves Blay is leading efforts to reshape cancer research so that every trial has a translational element that can build knowledge about the mechanisms driving the disease. Download full article
The increasing use of oral cancer drugs is contributing to a change in the way cancer services are organised, leading to many more patients receiving care in an ambulatory setting. Download full article
Robust evidence on the value of neoadjuvant chemotherapy, together with more effective imaging modalities, are opening up new options for gastro-oesophageal cancer. Download full article
A single infrastructure for Europe’s rapidly evolving biobanks is urgently needed. But finding agreement on the ethics, language and operating standards is proving quite a challenge. Download full article
Good clinical trials are proposed by clinicians, have the potential for real patient benefit and increase knowledge about the disease, says Pinuccia Valagussa, who is dedicated to helping more centres join trials. Download full article
Given how preventable cervical cancer is, setting up screening programmes must be a key element in Europe’s cancer strategy. But as this six country initiative is finding out, it takes a lot. Download full article
