Funded Research

Researchers and their teams at medical institutes, universities and hospitals across Canada are diligently working on projects that help bring hope to the 55,000 Canadians affected by a brain tumour.

This vital research is part of our vision to find the cause of and cure for brain tumours while improving the quality of life of those affected.

The latest news and information about brain tumour research can be found below. Reports, journal articles and newspaper stories about the results of previously funded research can be found within each year's overview of funded research.

Defective cell surface "glue" is key to tumour invasion
Research conducted at the Montreal Neurological Institute and the Hospital of McGill University, partially funded by a Brain Tumour Research Grant, has lead to a remarkable discovery into how tumour cells invade normal tissue. This could lead to vital diagnostic tools and help develop strategies to stop the spread of cancer cells. Read more here.

Please click on a year below to read all about the research projects funded by Brain Tumour Foundation of Canada:

 

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Supporting the Connected Community

For Ben, a brain tumour survivor, giving back to the brain tumour community to help others find hope is an important way to build critical connections.

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In the News: Losing Two Athletic Greats

Today we learned about two athletic greats losing their lives to brain tumours....

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A Look Back: 30 Years of Impact

Through the generosity of donors, brain tumour patients in Canada have been supported on the journey with a brain tumour for 30 years....

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