Information for media and journalists

Thank you for taking an interest in the story of Worldwide Cancer Research and the innovative discovery research we fund.

What do we offer to media?

We would be delighted to work with you to provide exclusive access to some of the most pioneering discovery research in the world, interviews with cancer experts, and access to cancer journey stories and unique fundraising case studies.

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Our spokespeople:

Dr Helen Rippon, Chief Executive

Dr Helen Rippon was appointed Chief Executive of Worldwide Cancer Research in 2016, after spending four years as our Director of Research.

Before joining Worldwide Cancer Research, she held management positions in the third sector, with Prostate Cancer UK and Age UK. Helen has a PhD in Molecular Biology from the University of York and was a Postdoctoral Research Fellow at Imperial College London.

With two decades of experience in the field of cancer research, Helen has witnessed first-hand the positive steps and breakthroughs that have been made possible by the innovative discovery research Worldwide Cancer Research funds.

Chair of our Scientific Advisory Committee
Dr Olivia Rossanese

Dr Olivia Rossanese is a cancer biologist at The Institute of Cancer Research and a drug discovery professional and has contributed to the discoveries of several cancer drugs. Dr Rossanese is the current Chair of our Scientific Advisory Committee – the group of experts who help select the most innovative, high-quality research projects we fund.
Chair of the Board of Trustees
David Sole OBE

Former Scotland rugby international David Sole received an OBE for his services to the sport in 1993. Since then, David has worked with United Distillers and Diageo, Change Partnership and Whitehead Mann. Most recently, he co-founded the School for CEOs, while writing regular columns for national papers. 
Director of Research
Dr Lynn Turner

Dr Lynn Turner is our Director of Research, leading the team responsible for awarding funding, overseeing all active grants, communicating the science, and measuring the impact Worldwide Cancer Research is making. Lynn has a PhD in immunology from the University of Bath and postdoctoral research experience in a translational cancer research lab.
Director of Fundraising
Laura McLachlan

Laura McLachlan is responsible for raising the charity’s profile, as well as a wide-ranging portfolio of fundraising. Before joining Worldwide Cancer Research, she worked in education marketing. Laura has a law degree from the University of Glasgow and a masters in journalism from Strathclyde University and spent her early career in journalism and publishing.
For all media enquiries, please contact us on 0300 777 7910 or by email.

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