Peter MacCallum Cancer Foundation

🚨 Exciting News! 🚨

Our flagship event, Unite to Fight Cancer, is back from October 17th to 26th! 🌟
Lace up or hop on your bike and join thousands of walkers and riders in an epic 10-day challenge.

UNITE and make a life-changing difference to people living with cancer.

💪 Are you ready to take on the challenge?

🔗 Sign up via the link: https://unitetofightcancer.org/

At 36 years old, life was well and truly falling into place for Leigh. He had a steady and enjoyable job, as well as plenty of hobbies and passions that kept him busy. But by far the biggest highlight for Leigh was meeting Megan – the love of his life.

He was feeling happier, fitter, and healthier than ever, until one day he discovered a lump in his groin.

Tests soon revealed the lump to be lymphoma – a type of blood cancer. It was aggressive and advanced.

“I had the initial PET scan and the cancer was everywhere. It was concentrated to the groin, but it was all over my body. It had spread,” Leigh shares.

Over the next several months, Leigh would undergo multiple rounds of chemotherapy, a stem cell transplant, and his cancer returning, before finally being given the ‘all clear’ by his doctors at Peter Mac. The treatments were necessary to stop Leigh’s cancer, but they took a heavy toll on him.

“There'd be days I could barely get out of bed, or I'd be on the couch and couldn't even get up to get my bottle of water. Even lifting my arm was just an effort,” says Leigh.

Reducing – and eliminating entirely – the negative side effects commonly associated with cancer treatments is a key goal for many cancer researchers at Peter Mac.

Leigh has now completed his treatment, but he’s still living with side effects from his life-saving treatment.

“I am still a bit short on breath and have some swelling in my groin but to date, my scans since the transplant are all good. As good as they could be.”

This is why we need more people like you to support cancer research at Peter Mac. Because together we can discover new and more effective cancer treatments and cures for people like Leigh.

Together we can treat and defeat cancer for good.

Donate now: support.petermac.org/give

✉️ A message to you, from Associate Professor Mary Ann Anderson, cancer researcher at the Peter MacCallum Cancer Centre. ✉️

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It’s not every day that I have the opportunity to express my gratitude to the incredible Peter Mac community. Thank you for supporting cancer research like mine.

The project I am working on right now has so much potential to make people’s lives better. Now and into the future.

I’m focused on developing new treatments for cancer, targeting the genetic changes in cancer cells that differentiate them from normal cells.

The goal is to kill the cancer cells while protecting and preserving the normal cells. This will lead to cures without the side effects that can be associated with other treatment types.

I am so grateful to you and the Peter Mac community because, together, we can really improve and extend the lives of people living with cancer. Thank you.

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You can help accelerate vital cancer research that promises to treat and defeat cancer for good. Please help researchers discover new and more effective treatments for cancer.

Donate now: support.petermac.org/donate

What a moment for Peter Mac patient and Olympian, Jean Mitchell, who will row for Australia in the Women's Four at the Paris Olympics tonight!

Jean was dominating her age class nationally when her cancer was diagnosed at age 16 - being treated at Peter Mac for medulloblastoma (a paediatric brain tumour) which required surgery, radiotherapy and chemotherapy.

“Everyone representing Australia in Paris has shown enormous talent and dedication but few will have overcome the challenges that Jean has,” says Dr Greg Wheeler, chair of the Paediatric and Late Effects Service at Peter Mac.

In 2016, Peter Mac’s radiotherapy team arranged for Australian Olympic gold medallist rower Kim Brennan to visit Jean to lift her spirits. Now Jean has the chance to be part of history herself.

Join us in cheering on Jean and the crew tonight from 8.30pm AEST.

And read more about Jean's incredible journey here - https://bit.ly/46r3yCs

Go Jean, Go Rowsellas, Go Australia!

In 2013, Greg’s wife Christine noticed a spot that looked like ‘a pimple crossed with a wart’ on his head. He never expected it to be cancer. But it was melanoma. The most dangerous form of skin cancer.

Greg had the melanoma removed by the team at Peter Mac – along with two lymph nodes.

For Greg and his family, there was relief. They thought “that was it” – until 12 months later, when Greg noticed a small lump appearing near where one of the lymph nodes had been removed. The scans confirmed what Greg feared: the melanoma had spread.

Over the next ten years, Greg underwent multiple diagnoses and surgeries to remove the cancer as it spread. It wasn’t an easy journey, and it was filled with complications and scares.

But thankfully, 11 years on, Greg is now cancer-free.

Today he is looking to leave a legacy that not only helps people facing cancer now, but also future generations to come, including his own children and grandchildren. And he hopes to do that by including a gift in his Will, and becoming a Friend for Life to Peter Mac.

“The fantastic work that Peter Mac does – with the staff, and their volunteers, plus the facilities and the great doctors and surgeons – has certainly impacted me. I wouldn’t be here without them.”

“Because of this, I am more than happy to leave something in my Will, to contribute towards future efforts, and provide an ongoing legacy that not only helps people now, but also our kids, and future generations to come.”

Like Greg, you too can become a Friend for Life. Learn more about including a gift in your Will to Peter Mac here: https://foundation.petermac.org/ways-to-donate/include-us-in-your-will

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We’re thrilled to announce this year’s 2024 Discovery Partner Fellowship recipients - Dr Adrian Minson and Dr Lavinia Spain!

Now in its seventh year, the Discovery Partner Fellowships program provides financial support and a mechanism for early to mid-career Peter Mac clinician researchers to carve out time from their clinical roles to progress well-planned research projects.

The fellowships are funded by our Discovery Partners who donate monthly to Peter Mac.

Associate Director Clinical Research, Professor Jayesh Desai, said this fellowship program is crucial to providing opportunities to advance cancer research at Peter Mac.

“We are very proud of this program and the outcomes our Discovery Partner Fellowship recipients have achieved in the past,” he said.

“The Fellowship provides time away from front-line clinical roles to progress defined research projects focussed on advancing cancer treatments and improving patient outcomes and experience.

“Dr Minson and Dr Spain were two outstanding applicants among a strong field this year and we look forward to observing the outcomes of their research as they strive to improve outcomes for cancer patients.”

Thank you to our Discovery Partners for your ongoing support.

“We are incredibly grateful towards the more than 50,000 Australians who give so generously to our Discovery Partner program each month. Your ongoing monthly contribution to Peter Mac provides a consistent source of funding that supports initiatives including the Discovery Partner Fellowships. Without your support, this cancer research would not be possible," said Foundation Chief Executive, Kate Torney OAM.

Read more about their research here: https://foundation.petermac.org/about-us/news/details/two-clinical-researchers-awarded-2024-discovery-partner-fellowships

An enormous THANK YOU and CONGRATULATIONS to all our Run Melbourne Champions!

We had an incredible 499 participants running for on Sunday. For many of you, no doubt this run was the culmination of months of hard work, sweat, blisters and possibly a few tears.

In total, an incredible $157,860.41 (and counting) was raised for cancer research at Peter Mac.

Truly an amazing effort from our fundraisers, and we would also like to extend our gratitude to our Run Melbourne event partner , for their generous match day gift.

We are so grateful for all of you who showed up, and it was SO LOVELY getting to meet many of you at our booth! It was also wonderful catching up with those of you who choose to run and support Peter Mac at Run Melbourne year on year. 💜

If would like to share your Run Melbourne experience with our wider community, please submit your info through our https://foundation.petermac.org/get-involved/share-your-story link or email them through to [email protected]

Infections are bad news for people with cancer. But Dr Abby Douglas is looking for solutions.

“Infections are a leading cause of morbidity and mortality in cancer patients, and they often interrupt life-saving cancer treatments.”

An infectious diseases physician, Dr Douglas is working towards better ways to test and treat immunocompromised cancer patients. She is advancing her research through two promising projects at Peter Mac.

“My research tries to find ways to better detect infections in cancer patients, with simpler, less intrusive tests such as scans and blood tests,” says Dr Douglas.

To achieve this, Dr Douglas has been working on a new diagnostic technique for fungal infections by combining PET and CT scans. She hopes that her research will help future doctors to reduce the morbidity and burden of diagnostic tests such as bronchoscopies and biopsies. She also hopes to provide more accuracy for patients and clinicians when detecting the presence or absence of infection.

Dr Douglas’ second key aim is to better target antibiotics to those who truly need them and reduce exposure to them in those who do not.

“Cancer patients experience a high rate of exposure to antibiotics and are thus at higher risk of the adverse effects of antibiotics and antibiotic resistance than those without cancer,” she says.

“My research also aims to reduce the downsides of antibiotic exposure for cancer patients, which will lead to less toxicities, less antibiotic-resistant infections and reduced excess length of stay due to infection.”

Thank you for supporting world-class researchers like Dr Douglas as they get closer to making breakthroughs that will help every person diagnosed with cancer.

Find out more about how your support helps here: https://foundation.petermac.org/how-your-support-helps

Good luck to all our champions pounding the pavement at Run Melbourne this Sunday! We can’t wait to cheer you on. 💪

Today is Glioblastoma Awareness Day, and we would like to share Anna and James’s story with you.

“My older brother James was diagnosed with leukaemia when he was 12. He underwent radiotherapy treatment at Peter Mac in conjunction with a bone marrow transplant that he received through the Royal Children’s Hospital.”

James's treatment was successful, and he spent the next 10 years cancer free.
In 2022, James began to experience some difficulty with his speech, what followed took everyone by surprise.

James was diagnosed with glioblastoma – a type of brain cancer that is very challenging to treat.

“Our family were absolutely heartbroken and beyond shocked that this had happened so unexpectedly. He had only been experiencing symptoms of some difficulty with speech but had otherwise been completely normal.”

Despite the devastating diagnosis, Anna says “James was the calmest of us all, more concerned about our wellbeing than his own.”

The current five-year survival rate for glioblastoma is less than five per cent.
Sadly, almost a year after James’s diagnosis he passed away peacefully at Peter Mac.
“We miss him more than words can describe, but we take great comfort in knowing that he was able to move on from this life in a hospital that did so much for him during such a challenging time.

“Peter Mac were absolutely incredible with the care that they provided to James, but also with the support that they provided to us as a family. The youth cancer centre OnTrac (the Victorian Adolescent and Young Adult (AYA) Cancer Service) and the palliative care ward were particularly outstanding in this.”

Anna hopes by sharing James’s story, she can help raise awareness for the importance of cancer research.

“We are forever grateful to Peter Mac for everything they do, and hope that one day with enough research and funding glioblastoma will not be a terminal diagnosis, which is something that James had been particularly passionate about in the final months of his life.”

Your support of Peter Mac helps our dedicated researchers discover more effective treatments and cures for all cancers so that families like Anna and James have more time together.

Did you know we are opening up to the public for Open House Melbourne this year for our 75th anniversary? Come get a behind the scenes look at our work.

We're so excited for Open House coming up later this month - July 27 & 28 - come and explore our spectacular building and meet our staff.

Take a peek inside our operating theatres and watch our surgery robot in action, see a radiation therapy bunker, learn heaps about our research and much, much more.

Plus we're launching an exhibition celebrating our 75th birthday with a look back through the arvchives.

We've got both self-guided tours (no bookings required) and a guided tours, including an art tour (please book via the link below).

We would love to see you!!

Book here: https://openhousemelbourne.org/event/peter-maccallum-cancer-centres-75th-anniversary/

“The ambition is to increase the impact of treatment, making it more likely to result in a cure.”

Professor Jayesh Desai is a senior researcher at Peter Mac working to develop better therapies for people with sarcoma.

To achieve this, he and his team are using genomics, looking in depth at the genetic makeup of an individual’s cancer to understand what’s driving it. This helps them develop what are called precision therapies.

“Genomics help us get a better understanding of an individual patient's sarcoma and what's underlying it, and whether we can identify more focused therapies towards it,” says Professor Desai.

Genomics is a key tool in the pursuit of more-effective treatments – particularly for cancers like sarcoma which are so aggressive and so rare. By learning what gene mutations are in a patient’s cancer cells, doctors can learn more about what type of cancer it is.

This increases the impact of treatment, makes it more likely to result in a cure, and can often reduce the number of life-altering side-effects a patient might experience.

“Broadly speaking, cancers are such complex diseases, and the only way we are going to have an impact is by continuing to innovate. This highly targeted approach is one of the key areas of innovation at the moment.”

But more research is needed, and researchers like Professor Desai need access to lab technologies and cutting-edge equipment to progress. Resources such as the genomic sequencer, fundamental to Professor Desai’s work, are funded by donors.

You will help the great research minds at Peter Mac turn their goals into reality.

Donate now: give.petermac.org/research

“We are incredibly lucky to be supported by the Peter Mac community. What you do provides really meaningful support for us in the labs. We would not be able to do the science that we do without your support” - Professor Ben Hogan.

On the evening of 9 May 2024, we hosted over 200 Peter Mac Discovery Partners at our Parkville campus to thank them for their support in the search for new cancer treatments and cures.

The event featured two talented Peter Mac researchers – Professor Ben Hogan and Dr Luke McLean. Alongside them, cancer survivor and Peter Mac patient Peter and his partner Bernie generously shared their personal story.

Professor Hogan’s fundamental research hopes his will work will lead to breakthroughs in obstacles facing many cancer patients, with a particular focus on breast and brain cancers.

Dr McLean presented his research into cutaneous squamous cell carcinoma (CSCC), a type of skin cancer that is often involved in the head and neck region. Through his research, Dr McLean is pursuing deeper insight into the interaction between the immune system and cancer, to understand why immunotherapy works for some people but not for others.

It was a fantastic and informative night, and we are so thankful for our incredible community!

Watch the event recording to learn more about Professor Hogan’s or Dr McLean’s research and to see how Peter Mac supporters are helping to overcome some of the toughest challenges in cancer treatment.

Make a tax-deductible donation before EOFY to support cancer research like Professor Hogan’s and Dr McLean: PETERMAC .ORG/DONATE

Breaking through: overcoming challenges in cancer treatment

Anna thought the pain in her face could be explained – maybe her wisdom teeth, a sinus infection or an ear issue. It wasn’t.

At 29 years old, Anna was happily “just doing life”. But the pain kept getting worse. Anna’s partner, Sian, was by her side through every appointment. As Anna’s pain grew, so did Sian’s concern. Anna was soon in so much pain she couldn’t sleep. The doctor sent her for a CT scan.

The couple soon learned Anna had an extremely aggressive and fast-moving type of cancer, known as Ewing sarcoma. Their world was shattered.

“They told me the type of cancer I have is quite aggressive and it spreads fast. So, they had me in chemotherapy in less than two weeks,” says Anna.

Anna’s treatment at Peter Mac was vital to defeating her cancer, but it was painful and she was unable to eat for months. Sian says that watching Anna go through treatment was one of the hardest things she’s ever had to do:

“Sharing a meal brings so much joy, but because of the side effects of Anna’s radiation she couldn’t swallow for weeks. We couldn't even go and get a coffee together, let alone share a meal.

“And then one day, Anna said, ‘Can I have a sip of your coffee?’ And I was just like, ‘It's happening." And she had a sip of coffee and then the next day she had her own coffee.”

Anna and Sian are cautiously making plans for their future. But Anna is still having scans every three months. She says it’s an ongoing challenge to have to face the scan at those intervals.
You can help bring the day closer when Anna doesn’t have to fear her cancer’s return.

Please show your support for people like Anna with a gift to accelerate the search for new cancer cures and treatments.

Donate now: give.petermac.org/support

🎤 SHARE YOU STORY WITH US

Would you like to share your Peter Mac story to help others understand the impact of cancer research?

We're seeking individuals, current or past patients of Peter Mac, to share their story. Whether you've been treated for cancer or supported a loved one through their journey, your story holds significance – and we're eager to hear it.

We also welcome stories from organisations or groups who have fundraised for Peter Mac and wish to share their experiences.

If you’d like to learn more, or submit your story with us, please follow the link here: https://foundation.petermac.org/get-involved/share-your-story

We are thrilled to share that together we have raised over $280K for cancer research at Peter Mac through the Peter Mac Cup! This includes a generous $100K matched gift donation from the Pratt Foundation.

Thank you to everyone who donated, shared and supported this year’s event.

A huge thank you to , and a special shout out to for everything both the teams, coaches and staff did to make this possible.

It was incredibly moving to see the MCG lights turn purple and to hear the crowd of more than 88,000 people uniting to sing the iconic Angels by in honour of all those impacted by cancer.

We’d like to extend our congratulations to Collingwood for their thrilling win. It was truly a nailbiter through to the end.

A special congrats also to Nick Daicos, who was awarded the Richard Pratt Medal

This year's Peter Mac Cup has been the biggest and best yet and we can't wait for next year’s clash.

Photo credits: Jonathan Di Maggio / JDM Photography

The Peter Mac Cup is on this evening, and we can't wait!

and will go head to head, with fundraising efforts going towards Peter Mac

Carlton player Sam Docherty underwent treatment for testicular cancer at Peter Mac.

Sam is determined to drive support for Peter Mac, to improve outcomes for Australian's impacted by cancer.

“On the back-end of my cancer treatment, I was looking to give back. With my personal connection, I wanted to dig my roots in deeper this time.”

“Why I do everything that I do now has changed significantly: I’ve got a family, but secondary to that is to give back to people that are going through a tough time.”

Donate to Peter Mac: https://foundation.petermac.org/peter-mac-cup

It's GAME DAY!

Today, Carlton and Collingwood go head to head in the Peter Mac Cup blockbuster at the 'G.

Every dollar raised through the Peter Mac Cup supports life saving cancer research.

At the game tonight there will be some special events for Peter Mac before the coin toss.

Good luck to both teams tonight, we can't wait to see who wins this year's Peter Mac Cup.

Who do you support? Go Blues or Go Pies?

DONATE OR LEARN MORE: https://foundation.petermac.org/peter-mac-cup

We're looking forward to the Peter Mac Cup, where and will go head to head, with fundraising efforts going towards

Collingwood's coach, Craig McRae, on the off-field significance of Peter Mac.

“We don’t lose perspective on how lucky we are. We get to do this (football), this is a hobby. We’re getting paid to play football or coach football and we don’t lose sight of that. We fight for ground balls and people are fighting for lives.

“This is a great chance for us as a football club to represent this cause outside the footy field.”

DONATE OR LEARN MORE: https://foundation.petermac.org/peter-mac-cup

As we head towards the Peter Mac Cup this Friday, players from Carlton Football Club and Collingwood Football Club visited Peter Mac today, chatting with patients and staff across the centre.

We would like to extend our massive thanks to both clubs for taking the time to come down and put smiles on so many faces today – and a special shout out to Carlton's Sam Docherty for his work behind the scenes working with the Peter MacCallum Cancer Foundation to make this year’s Peter Mac Cup bigger and better than ever.

The Peter Mac Cup is the longest running charity match in VFL/AFL history with more than three decades of clashes between the fierce rivals.

Lace up your hiking boots and join us on an epic New Zealand adventure this November! 🥾🏔️

Are you ready to achieve something extraordinary this year? Join a group of passionate Peter Mac supporters on this journey from Christchurch to Queenstown, experiencing the best scenery New Zealand’s spectacular South Island has to offer.

Each day of this journey promises a unique physical challenge, framed by the magnificent Southern Alps, glittering lakes and awe-inspiring vistas.

Beyond the remarkable physical accomplishment, you'll play a key role in raising vital funds for cancer research at Peter Mac, leading to better outcomes for people with cancer. You'll push your limits, motivated by the knowledge that every step forward contributes to a brighter tomorrow in the fight against cancer.

Are you up for the challenge?

Spots on this departure are strictly limited. Register your interest now:

https://foundation.petermac.org/nz-trek

Celebrating 75 years of Peter Mac

Victoria’s Governor, Her Excellency Professor the Honourable Margaret Gardner AC, last night hosted Peter Mac’s official 75th Anniversary celebrations at Government House.

The Governor, Peter Mac’s patron, generously welcomed dignitaries, staff, patients, volunteers and the relatives of Peter Mac co-founders, Sir Peter MacCallum and Dr Rutherford Kaye-Scott.

From a single room in Queen Victoria Hospital in 1949, Peter Mac has grown to be a global leader in cancer treatment, research, and education.

We are filled with immense pride and gratitude for what we have achieved over the past 75 years.

Our researchers and clinicians have been at the forefront of ground-breaking discoveries, pushing the boundaries of what is possible in cancer treatment. From pioneering new treatment modalities to conducting cutting-edge clinical trials, Peter Mac has been a driving force in improving outcomes and quality of life for people with cancer worldwide.

Beyond our scientific and educational endeavours, our dedicated staff work tirelessly to ensure that every patient receives the best possible care, personalised to their unique needs and circumstances.

As we look ahead to the future, we remain steadfast in our mission to conquer cancer through research, innovation, and compassionate care.

On behalf of everyone at Peter Mac, we extend our heartfelt thanks to all of our supporters.

Your belief in our mission inspires us to push harder, dream bigger, and never give up until we achieve our ultimate goal: a world without cancer.

Dr Aparna Rao is studying melanoma, the most dangerous kind of skin cancer. At Peter Mac, she treats patients daily as a medical oncologist and also conducts vital research in the labs.

Dr Rao leads the MetaMel study, examining how tumours use glucose to grow. She aims to develop biomarkers that will help us understand why some cancers don’t respond to therapy, or return after successful treatment.

How she works is a perfect example of the Peter Mac approach: bringing lab research to the patient bedside.

“Conducting research and seeing patients in the clinic are completely intertwined – everything I do in the lab is driven by what I see in the clinic and vice versa. This way of working is hugely motivating in the work I do every day,” she says.

“My days dedicated to research can be quite varied. A priority of mine is collecting patient samples for my research projects looking at tumour metabolism.

“The multidisciplinary meetings I attend throughout the week are invaluable. My colleagues and I have robust discussions to ensure we’re making the best decisions for our patients. Each of us brings our own expertise and latest findings to the table – it’s a real team effort in the way we look after people.”

Donations from our wonderful Discovery Partners (monthly donors) help give Dr Rao the time she needs to conduct research in the lab, while keeping in touch with patients in the clinic. This means her discoveries can be more rapidly translated to patient care.

If you are a Peter Mac Discovery Partner – thank you! 💜

Learn more about Dr Rao’s research: https://foundation.petermac.org/about-us/news/details/melanoma-research-with-dr-aparna-rao

Find out about becoming a Discovery Partner: https://foundation.petermac.org/ways-to-donate/make-a-monthly-gift

STAFF PROFILE: Bethan

Today we’re delighted to introduce you to one of the Foundation team – Bethan.
Bethan is our Gifts in Wills & Estates Manager and has been working at Peter Mac since 2015. Well known around the office for her cheerful smile and colourful fashion, Bethan is also the owner of a very demanding cat named Patsy!

Like many of our supporters, Bethan has also seen firsthand the impact cancer has had on her loved ones. Today, she is sharing why she decided to include a gift to Peter Mac in her Will.

“When writing our Wills last year, my husband and I discussed causes close to our hearts that we wanted to support with a share of our estate.
“My gift is in memory of a dear family friend, Robin, who was treated at Peter Mac for seven years. Sadly, she passed away in 2015, after her treatment options ran out. It is my hope that my future gift will save the lives of others facing cancer.”

To create her Will, Bethan used Safewill, Australia’s leading online Will-writing platform.

“I was able to be sure my family, loved ones (including Patsy!) and the causes I care about will be looked after. It gave me peace of mind that my bespoke Will was reviewed by an Australian lawyer.”

This week, we have an exclusive offer with Safewill – you can write your Will for free.
Visit https://safewill.com/petermac to start your free Will, and submit the completed document between 18th - 24th March. Your discount will be automatically applied at checkout.

While there's no obligation to include a gift to Peter Mac in your Will to be eligible for this offer, we sincerely appreciate your generosity if you choose to do so.
For additional details on including a gift in your Will or to connect with Bethan, feel free to reach out to [email protected].

“The brain has a strong defence system. But this makes it difficult to kill tumour cells. This is a big challenge.”

As a young researcher in Italy, Riccardo Dolcetti could see a colossal opportunity emerging. He began to see how he might be able to harness the immense power of the immune system to save lives from brain cancer.

Thirty years later, he is Professor Dolcetti, one of the lead researchers at Peter Mac. And he has a deep personal motivation to find new cancer treatments. He lost his own mother to a rare brain cancer when she was just 60 years old.

Since then, the standard of care for brain cancer has changed very little. And, sadly, the chances of survival have barely improved.

But Professor Dolcetti knows that treatments for brain cancer can be more effective.

“When it comes to treating brain tumours, the challenge is to get the immune system to target and kill only the tumour cells without harming the healthy brain cells.”

He is currently working on several research projects that promise new treatments. He’s looking for ways to stimulate the immune system in the brain to recognise cancers and kill them.

It’s something that was considered impossible until recently.

“Until around five years ago, we thought it was not possible for the brain to be reached by the immune system. But this is not true. We now know that our immune system can pe*****te, control and regulate tumours within the brain.”

This means that immunotherapies can be developed for the brain. Your kind support can help make this a reality.

Donate now: cure.petermac.org/research