Our researchers
The researchers at the Université de Sherbrooke Cancer Research Institute (IRCUS) have been grouped into the six broad areas of cancer research defined by the Common Scientific Outline (CSO).
Biology
Research into the biological mechanisms of how cancer starts and progresses, as well as the normal biology relevant to these processes.
Etiology (causes of cancer)
Research aimed at identifying the causes or origins of cancer (genetic, environmental and lifestyle-related) and the interactions between these factors.
Prevention
Research aimed at identifying prevention interventions which reduce cancer risk by reducing risk factors and increasing protective factors.
Early detection, diagnosis and prognosis
Research that focuses on identifying and testing cancer markers and methods, such as imaging, that are useful for detecting or diagnosing cancer, predicting its outcome or risk of recurrence, or supporting decision-making in precision medicine.
Treatment
Research that focuses on identifying and testing treatments administered locally (such as radiotherapy and surgery) and systemically (such as chemotherapy, which is administered throughout the body). Research into the prevention of recurrence and treatment of metastases are also included here.
Cancer control, survivorship and outcomes research
Research into a broad range of areas such as patient care and survivorship, surveillance, behavioral factors, healthcare cost and delivery analyses, education and communication, end-of-life care, ethics and confidentiality.