CCLG Research Talks: Why do we research childhood cancer?

CCLG Research Talks for Parents and Public: Live webinar series

Episode 4:
Why do we research childhood cancer?

Join us this International Childhood Cancer Day as we talk to Dr Bob Phillips about what childhood cancer research is, what types there are, and why it matters.

• Learn about the types of research
• Ask your questions about childhood cancer research
• Discover how research impacts patients' lives

7.00 - 7.45pm, 15th February 2023 via Zoom webinar

This event is free, but registration is required.

Dr Bob Phillips

Bob is a researcher and consultant from Yorkshire specialising in evidence synthesis and supportive care for children with cancer. As a consultant, he is also responsible for helping to educate the next generation of children's cancer doctors and, as a researcher, he advocates for patients and parents within research.

Bob spends half of his time working on research at the University of York and half at Leeds Children's Hospital caring for children with cancer. He also works closely with Children's Cancer and Leukaemia Group (CCLG), as one of Contact magazine's medical advisors, as a researcher working on multiple CCLG Special Named Fund funded research projects, and as fundraiser. 

CCLG Research Talks

This new series of webinars aims to explore the world of childhood cancer research, aimed at parents and families of a child with cancer, and the general public. Each episode will feature expert speakers, as well as the opportunity for attendees to ask questions. 

To learn more about International Childhood Cancer Day please visit the website.