Sir Terry Matthews helps launch new strategy to battle cancer

25 Jul 2013 22:07

Patron Sir Terry champions efforts of European Cancer Stem Cell Research Institute to develop new treatments for cancers

Newport billionaire Sir Terry Matthews tonight helped unveil a new cancer-fighting strategy which could lead to the development of new treatments and improve the prognosis for patients.

The European Cancer Stem Cell Research Institute (ECSCRI) at Cardiff University is investigating the way cancer stem cells are analysed and interpreted.

The Institutes director, Professor Alan Clarke, shared the teams latest findings with luminaries from across the world at the Targeting Cancer Conference at Newports Celtic Manor Resort this week.

As the Institutes patron, telecoms tycoon Sir Terry has helped offer a different view through his network and contacts.

Sir Terry said: The impact of Professor Alan Clarke and his teams cancer research has implications way beyond the UK with potential to be world-leading and a huge gain to humanity.

I wholeheartedly champion its efforts to develop new treatments across a broad range of cancers.

The owner of the Celtic Manor spoke about his interest in cancer research which started after the death of his mother from ovarian cancer.

I got to know a few of the specialists and Id heard about stem cell research. I had a meeting with them and asked to be involved, he said.

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