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Center for Cancer Research

Research from the laboratory to the patient and vice versa

Around 20 innovative research projects are initiated at the Center for Cancer Research every year. Due to the affiliation of the center to the Medical University of Vienna and the proximity to the AKH Wien (Vienna General Hospital), basic research and clinic can work together very closely and the research results flow directly into diagnosis and therapy.

Our vision: Cancer is a conquerable and curable disease!

02. September 2024

Saverio Tardito takes up tenure-track assistant professorship at MedUni Vienna

At the beginning of September Saverio Tardito took up a §99-(5) assistant professorship in Cancer Prevention and Metabolism as part of the…
25. September 2024

Running Together for Cancer Research on October 5

Each year, around 45,000 people in Austria are newly diagnosed with cancer. These are 45,000 personal stories and just as many reasons to take part in…
12. August 2024

Agnes Csiszar receives 1000-Idea Grant from FWF for the research of endogenous mechanisms of how the cytokine ILEI protects heart muscle cells from dying after a heart attack

Heart attacks are a leading cause of death worldwide and curative therapies are unresolved. FAM3C/ILEI has been identified as a strong protective…
31. July 2024

Carcinogenic or not? Toxicology course starts in November with new curriculum In-demand risk managers test chemicals for safety

Chemicals in fashion items, plasticizers in children's toys, dyes in wall paint or ingredients in medicines - all chemicals in use must undergo…
Cellular and Molecular Tumor Biology

Cellular and Molecular Tumor Biology

Investigation of the basic mechanisms leading to tumor development with particular emphasis on molecular cancer epidemiology, cancer cell signaling and therapy, mutagenesis, tumor-stroma interactions and the impact of inflammation on tumorigenesis. Read more

Mainly researched types of cancer

▪ colon cancer
▪ liver cancer
▪ osteosarcoma
▪ melanoma
Applied and Experimental Oncology

Applied and Experimental Oncology

Development and evaluation of novel anticancer compounds and/or therapy targets based on the precise elucidation of molecular factors underlying cancer development and progression. Elaboration of strategies to avoid therapy resistance against classical chemotherapy and novel targeted anticancer compounds. read more

Mainly researched types of cancer

▪ lung cancer and mesothelioma
▪ colon cancer
▪ breast cancer
▪ brain tumors (also in children)
▪ bladder carcinoma
▪ melanoma
▪ osteo- and soft tissue sarcomas
 Chemical Safety and Cancer Prevention

Chemical Safety and Cancer Prevention

Characterization of the toxicologic and carcinogenic potential of chemicals. Investigation of the complex cellular pathways by which cancer risk factors affect the multistep evolution of cancer. Elucidation of the molecular basis of therapy resistance. read more

Mainly researched types of cancer

▪ breast cancer
▪ liver cancer
▪ colon cancer
Tumor Progression and Metastasis

Tumor Progression and Metastasis

Identification and characterization of molecular mechanisms which promote tumor cells to invade into the surrounding tissue and into the circulation to form metastases. Examination of molecular mechanisms which educate cells of the tumor microenvironment such as cancer-associated fibroblasts and immune cells to facilitate metastatic colonization. read more

Mainly researched types of cancer

▪ liver cancer
▪ prostate cancer
▪ breast cancer

Scientific Services

Scientific Services

Equipped with the most modern devices and technologies, our facilities support scientists and students in their research work at the Center for Cancer Research. read more

Facilities

▪ FACS
▪ Microscopy & Imaging
▪ Cellculture
▪ Histology
▪ IT

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