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UCD Cancer Trials Cluster
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A collaborative cancer research initiative of St Vincent's University Hospital, The Mater Misericordiae University Hospital, and the Cancer Clinical Research Trust.

Funded by the Health Research Board.

https://www.ucd.ie/cancertrials/
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Our website is updated regularly with news and information about our studies.

If you're a person affected by cancer, a researcher, or just want to learn more about us, check it out!

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Cancer Trials - Cancer Trials Cluster
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Happy to share the launch of CUT FROM THE SAME CLOTH: THE FABRIC OF OUR LIVES at Roscommon Arts Centre.
November 3, 2025 at 11:50 AM
We are pleased to share information about a study on recurrent cervical cancer.
The trial is now open at UCD Cancer Trials and is being conducted at the Mater Misericordiae University Hospital (MMUH) in Dublin.

👉 Read more about the trial here: www.ucd.ie/cancertrials...
MK-2870: Exploring a New Therapy for Women with Recurrent Cervical Cancer - Cancer Trials Cluster
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October 3, 2025 at 9:52 AM
Join us for an evening where science meets real stories. 🎙️

📖 The Living Stories Behind Cancer Research
🗓️ Oct 7 | 5:30–7:00pm
📍 Museum of Literature Ireland (MoLI), Stephen’s Green

🪑 Limited spots.
👉 Register now: www.ucd.ie/cancertrials...
The Living Stories Behind Cancer Research - Cancer Trials Cluster
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September 25, 2025 at 2:56 PM
📢 Public Talk – Advances in Cancer Treatment with Dr. Dennis Slamon hosted by Cancer Clinical Research Trust.

🗓 Wednesday, September 24th at 6pm
📍 Herbert Park Hotel, Ballsbridge, Dublin 4
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💻 Or send an email to neil.conlon@dcu.ie to request the livestream link.
‘Dare2Cure’ Public Symposium on Recent Advances in Cancer Treatment with Dr. Dennis Slamon - CCRT - Cancer Clinical Research Trust
In person and livestreamed. The Cancer Clinical Research Trust hosts a ‘Dare2Cure’ Public symposium on Recent...
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September 22, 2025 at 1:42 PM
🩸 September is Blood Cancer Awareness Month — a time to spotlight innovation in haematology.

👉 Learn more about Dr Smyth: www.ucd.ie/cancertrials...

🔬 Explore current haematology trials at the Cancer Trials Cluster: www.ucd.ie/cancertrials...
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September 9, 2025 at 3:33 PM
Join us Oct 7 for The Living Stories Behind Cancer Research at MoLI!
Inspired by the Human Library, come and “borrow” a patient, nurse, researcher & more for real talks on cancer research.
Registration and more information: www.ucd.ie/cancertrials...
The Living Stories Behind Cancer Research - Cancer Trials Cluster
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September 3, 2025 at 9:45 AM
🔬 Science Meets Lived Experience
Jim discovered PPI via a hospital poster in 2020. Now he’s shaping cancer research & national health data projects with lived insight.
📢 Read at Science Meets Lived Experience: www.ucd.ie/cancertrials...
Science Meets Lived Experience: Patients Shaping Health Research in Ireland - Cancer Trials Cluster
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June 23, 2025 at 4:16 PM
As we shared recently, the Phase III OASIS-4 trial results are now published.
A proud moment for our teams, collaborators, and especially the patients who made this possible.
📖 Read more about the results and their implications at our website:
www.ucd.ie/cancertrials...
Thank you to all involved!
Phase III OASIS-4 Trial Results Published in the New England Journal of Medicine - Cancer Trials Cluster
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June 16, 2025 at 11:31 AM
📢 Save the Date – ISMO After-ASCO 2025 Virtual Updates Meeting

🗓️ Tuesday, 15th July 2025 | 6:00–8:00 PM (Irish Time)
💻 Online | Hosted by Professors Seamus O’Reilly & Michaela Higgins
🎓 Supported by Cancer Trials Ireland

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ISMO after ASCO 2025
Virtual meeting to share updates from ASCO Annual Meeting
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June 10, 2025 at 2:15 PM
📢 Publication Alert!
We are excited to share our latest publication by Linda O'Neill from UCD Clinical Research Centre on the role PPI Informed Participant Information Leaflet in trial recruitment, retention, and decision making.
Read more here onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1111/...
Can a Public and Patient Involvement (PPI) Informed Participant Information Leaflet (PIL) Improve Trial Recruitment, Retention, and Quality of Decision Making? Results of a Randomised Controlled Double‐Blind Study Within a Trial (SWAT)
Introduction Public and patient involvement (PPI) may be utilised to improve aspects of trial conduct. This study within a trial (SWAT) aimed to examine if a PPI-informed participant information lea...
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June 10, 2025 at 2:13 PM
Last Saturday, 7th June, we took part in the University College Dublin Festival 2025.
At the UCD Clinical Research Centre stand, adults, families, teenagers and even toddlers joined us to explore the world of clinical research through.
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UCD Festival 2025 - Cancer Trials Cluster
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June 10, 2025 at 2:07 PM
On #ICTD2025, we joined researchers, ethicists & advocates to explore what truly inclusive clinical research looks like.

🔹 Inclusivity is a design issue.
🔹 EDI training & co-creation are essential
🔹 Community engagement is vital

🎥 Now available to watch online:
🔗 www.youtube.com/playlist?lis...
International Clinical Trials Day 2025 - Rethinking Clinical Trials: Inclusivity in Practice - YouTube
How do we progress from discussion to action in ensuring the appropriate populations are taken into account in the design of a clinical study? Answers to thi...
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June 6, 2025 at 10:11 AM
🧪 Help Support Research!
Cillian Shine, student dietitian at UCC, is studying how men with prostate cancer use herbal & vitamin supplements.

Know someone affected? Please share or take this short, anonymous survey to help improve future nutrition care.

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June 6, 2025 at 9:56 AM
📢 Publication Update!
This study explores how primary healthcare professionals view the barriers & enablers to cancer prevention and early detection among Travellers, a minority ethnic group in Ireland.

Congrats to Dr Patricia Fox& team on this vital work!

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Barriers and Enablers to Cancer Prevention, Screening and Early Detection Among Travellers in Ireland: Healthcare Professionals Perspectives
Travellers, a minority ethnic group in Ireland, experience higher-than-expected cancer-specific mortality. This codesigned research study explored the…
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June 6, 2025 at 9:49 AM
📢 Publication Update!
Exciting Phase 3 trial results of trial conducted at St. Vincent’s & the Mater.
Congrats to all involved, especially Prof. Donal Brennan! 👏

www.nejm.org/doi/pdf/10.1...
Elinzanetant for Vasomotor Symptoms from Endocrine Therapy for Breast Cancer | NEJM
Women receiving endocrine therapy for hormone receptor (HR)–positive breast cancer or its prevention among those at high risk for breast cancer commonly have vasomotor symptoms. Data are lacking on...
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June 6, 2025 at 9:45 AM
Reposted by UCD Cancer Trials Cluster
New guidelines on prostate cancer available for download:

#EAUguidelines #ProstateCancer
New Cheat Sheet covers EAU guidance for prostate cancer:

🔹 Low-risk: Active surveillance; avoid ADT.
🔹 Intermediate-risk: Surgery or RT; ADT case-based.
🔹 High-risk: Surgery/RT + long-term ADT.

#EAUguidelines #ProstateCancer

Download the Cheat Sheet here:
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June 6, 2025 at 9:13 AM
🎉 Join us for the UCD Festival , a day of discovery, fun, and community at University College Dublin! 🌟
Explore interactive exhibits, live talks, music, family activities & more. Free and open to all!

📅 Don’t miss it → festival.ucd.ie
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UCD Festival Ireland | Be Inspired | Get Involved
The UCD Festival is a fun-filled day and showcases the very best of UCD through performances, engaging talks, hands-on science, and interactive exhibits. It is a day when we open our doors to all, pro...
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June 6, 2025 at 9:41 AM
📢 We’re proud to announce that Prof. Grainne O'Kane has been appointed Director of the UCD Cancer Cluster, succeeding Prof. Michaela Higgins.

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Gráinne O'Kane Appointed New Director of UCD Cancer Trial Cluster - Cancer Trials Cluster
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June 6, 2025 at 9:40 AM
🎉 International Clinical Trials Day is next Tuesday — and we’re already getting into the spirit!

Whether you’re a patient, staff member, or just curious, stop by and say hi! 👋

📍 Catch us at:

SVUH: Centrepoint

Mater: Whitty Building

NMH: Front Entrance

NRH: Main Reception

Wexford General
May 16, 2025 at 9:40 AM
Cut From The Same Cloth: Where art, science & community meet.

Led by UCD Prof. Amanda McCann, this project explores the common threads between lived experience and scientific inquiry, amplifying minority voices in health science.
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Cut from the same Cloth - Cancer Trials Cluster
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May 8, 2025 at 8:31 AM
Now recruiting across Europe!

NavCare-EU supports older adults with cancer through non-medical navigation—connecting them to care, resources & companionship at home.

Find out more @ NavCare-EU - Cancer Trials Cluster
May 6, 2025 at 10:50 AM
Be part of cutting-edge cancer research happening at UCD Cancer Trial Cluster.
Our upcoming trials offer hope through innovation — with access to the latest therapies for gynaecological, breast, lung, and other cancers.

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Upcoming Clinical Trials - Cancer Trials Cluster
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April 30, 2025 at 6:29 AM
2024 Year in Review

2024 has been an exciting year in which we have seen the exceptional outcomes of all the work and efforts of previous years.

While we are already working to make 2025 another success, below, we highlight some key achievements in 2024.

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2024 Year in Review - Cancer Trials Cluster
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March 29, 2025 at 7:41 AM
Colorectal cancer refers to cancer that starts in the colon or rectum. It's the third most common type of cancer in both men and women worldwide. UCD Cancer Cluster offer MOUNTAINEER-03 trial which explores improved treatments for metastatic colorectal cancer.
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Current Studies and Trials - Cancer Trials Cluster
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March 21, 2025 at 6:31 PM