About Us

There have been extraordinary advancements in breast cancer research leading to great improvements in patient treatment and care over the past two decades. Manchester is a key player in the efforts to progress research and build on past achievements in the field. The Manchester Breast Centre (MBC) is therefore vital in driving breast cancer research forward.

The mission of the MBC is to create a world-class centre for basic and translational breast cancer research, leading to effective detection and treatment of women at risk, and ultimately elimination of the disease. The MBC currently consists of 19 Principal Investigators and 26 Associate Principal Investigators and is directed by Sacha Howell, Director of Manchester Breast Centre and Sankari Nagarajan, Deputy Director of Manchester Breast Centre.

The aim of the MBC is to enhance research in breast biology and breast disease through collaboration.

The MBC was founded by Tony Howell, Charles Streuli and Nigel Bundred in 2005. Gareth Evans was elected Chair from October 2010 to November 2014 and Rob Clarke was Director of the MBC from December 2014 to December 2024.

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