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Thematic Reports: The Scourge of Cancer

February 4, 2022 | Audrey-Maude Vézina

Update : February 4, 2022

A new thematic report on cancer research presents the outstanding work of the student and scientific members of the Institut national de la recherche scientifique (INRS).

One out of two people will be diagnosed with cancer in their lifetime. On World Cancer Day, February 4, the INRS highlights the research conducted by its scientific community, whether it is about lung, prostate, pancreatic or breast cancer.

Epidemiologists, immunologists, nanoparticle experts, toxicologists and others are pursuing a common goal: to prevent and fight cancer, for which the number of cases continues to grow year after year.

Discover our latest advances in cancer control and prevention.

Thematic Report

The Scourge of Cancer