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Cellular & Molecular Research

The Division of Cellular & Molecular Research is focused on understanding the mechanistic basis of tumour development and treatment response; as well as the translation of bench-based findings to devise strategies to improve the early detection and treatment of cancers.

Medical Sciences

The Division of Medical Sciences has evolved in the last decade to one that is completely focused on the mission of translating biological discoveries into the clinic.

Clinical Trials & Epidemiological Sciences

The Division was conceived to provide support and to encourage clinical trials within NCCS.

Research News

Research Singapore scientists preserve lymph nodes outside body to test vaccines SINGAPORE – Singapore researchers have managed to extend the lifespan of lymph nodes outside the body, allowing them to study how the immune system reacts to vaccines and immunotherapies.

08 Sep 2025 | The Straits Times Read story

Research Singapore researchers looking to harness ‘nature’s pharmacy’ for cancer treatment SINGAPORE – Local researchers are investigating tropical plants commonly consumed by cancer patients for their purported anti-cancer properties to see if they can be used in the management or treatment of certain cancers.

08 Sep 2025 | The Straits Times Read story

Awards $25 million boost for Singapore-led research to improve lung cancer treatment for Asian patients In a national effort to transform lung cancer care, the National Cancer Centre Singapore (NCCS), in collaboration with the Agency for Science, Technology and Research (A*STAR) and National University Cancer Institute, Singapore (NCIS), has been awarded a S$25 million grant by the Singapore Ministry of Health through the National Medical Research Council (NMRC) Office, MOH Holdings Pte Ltd, under the NMRC Open Fund-Large Collaborative Grant (OF-LCG) programme.

16 Jul 2025 Read story

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