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Research
We fund innovative, early-stage brain tumour research across Yorkshire, helping promising ideas get off the ground and opening doors to further investment and potential breakthroughs in treatment.
Funding today's research. Unlocking tomorrow's breakthroughs
Why our research matters
The need for progress
Brain tumours kill more children and adults under 40 than any other cancer, yet historically just 1% of national cancer research funding has been allocated to brain tumours. Greater investment is urgently needed to improve treatments and outcomes.
Funding the first steps
Our approach focuses on pump-priming – providing vital early-stage funding to help researchers test innovative ideas, gather evidence and strengthen applications for larger research grants. It's how a smaller charity like YBTC can make a meaningful contribution to scientific progress.
Investing in Yorkshire
Since 2011, we've invested over £1 million in brain tumour research across Yorkshire, supporting talented researchers and helping develop the region's expertise in neuro-oncology. By investing locally, we're helping Yorkshire play its part in advancing brain tumour research.
