Our community of entrepreneurs

We're building a community of researchers, investors and industry partners who share our vision to bring forward the day when all cancers are conquered.

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Why get involved?

Join our community of entrepreneurs to meet like-minded people, hear about new opportunities and discover the latest innovations in the cancer space. You'll also have the chance to create new connections with peers, potential investors and partners that could take an innovation to the next level. 

Dan Lucy speaking at Cancer Research Horizons' 2025 Innovation Summit

In search of the missing link

Featured story

Siftr Bio is betting that the overlooked linker in antibody drug conjugates holds the key to safer, more effective cancer treatments. Co-founder and CEO Dan Lucy explains how entrepreneurial programmes like the Cancer Tech Accelerator were a key part of his journey.

“Basically, all the things I learned on these programmes have come true,” he says.
 

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Our recurring events

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Innovation and Entrepreneurship Awards

Our Awards celebrate researchers who are transforming ground-breaking discoveries into patient benefit. The 2025 Award ceremony took place al Merchant Taylors’ Hall in London on 10 July.   

Meet the winners
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Innovation Summit

The Summit is your chance to dive deep into the world of oncology innovation and entrepreneurship. This one-day event equips researchers with the skills and mindset needed to bring their ground-breaking ideas to life. 

This year's Innovation Summit took place at The Royal Institution, London, on 18 November.  

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Our expert network

Entrepreneur support

Our world-class expert network, drawn from our extensive research community and partners, comprises leading business, scientific, clinical, investment, and industry experts across the oncology sector. 

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KQ Labs
Cancer Tech Accelerator
Panacea Stars
Eureka Institute

Upcoming events in our network

Other ways to get involved

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Set up and build your start-up

Whether you have an initial idea or a start-up concept, we can help. We offer access to training, advice, and secure investment opportunities.

Find out how we can help you make an impact

Join our community and access the support you need.

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