About School of Cancer Sciences
The School of Cancer Sciences is a collaborative hub dedicated to advancing cancer research through a patient-centred approach.
A distinctive feature of our institution is its strong integration of clinical expertise, with nearly half of the faculty being clinicians. This unique blend ensures that our scientists are addressing clinically relevant issues, with access to vital resources such as clinical trials, patient samples, and patient/public involvement.
By fostering this synergy between clinicians and scientists, the School aims to tackle the unmet needs in cancer care and drive meaningful improvements in treatment and outcomes.
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Sustainable Working Practices - LEAF Awards
Our Commitment to Sustainable Working Practices
The University is committed to embedding sustainability into our research and operational activity. As part of this commitment, we actively support the Laboratory Efficiency Assessment Framework (LEAF), a sector‑wide initiative that helps research groups reduce their environmental impact through improved resource management, energy efficiency, and responsible laboratory practices.
To support our community in meeting these expectations, we are proud to highlight the School of Cancer Sciences groups that have achieved LEAF accreditation in recognition of their efforts to operate more sustainably.
LEAF‑accredited groups for the current cycle 2025/26:
Gold LEAF award:
- Professor Anthony Chalmers (joint)
- Cancer Sciences FLOW Facility
- Dr Conchita Vens (joint)
- Impact Lab Groups joint award:
- Professor Campbell Roxburgh
- Dr Colin Steele
- Professor Joanne Edwards
- Professor Nigel Jamieson
- Dr Joanna Birch (joint)
- Paul O’Gorman Groups joint award:
- Professor Alison Michie
- Dr Heather Jorgensen
- Professor Helen Weadon
- Dr Gillain Horne
- Professor Mhairi Copland
- Professor Srikala Raghavan
- WWCRC Core Facilities
Silver LEAF award:
- Professor Chiara Braconi
- Professor Chris Halsey
- Professor David Vetrie (joint)
- Dr Johan Vande Voorde (joint)
- Professor Julia Cordero
- Dr Karen Keeshan (joint)
- Professor Vignir Helgason
School of Cancer Sciences groups based in the Cancer Research UK Scotland Institute with a Silver LEAF award:
- Professor Daniel Murphy
- Professor David Bryant
- Professor Hing Leung
- Professor John Le Quesne
- Professor Imran Ahmed
- Professor Seth Coffelt
- Professor Stephen Tait