Why isn’t there a cure for brain tumours?
Simon BatemanThere are over 120 different types of brain tumour, each of which have their own characteristics. Therefore, it is unlikely that we will be able to develop a single “cure”. Rather, we will need to target the treatment at the tumour type. In order to do this, we need to really understand what changes cause the tumour to develop. Then we can identify targets for drugs to kill the cells, and ultimately cure brain tumours. Find out more about our Research Centres of Excellence.