Behind The Scenes: Cancer Prevention & Population Science Unit
When most people think about scientists, they imagine lab coats, test tubes and probably some mice. You know, the classic image. Someone with a brilliant mind in a lab, busy […] [...]
Science, Teamwork and a Smartphone
The APEC Science Prize for Innovation, Research and Education (ASPIRE) is among the most respected awards in the Asia-Pacific, celebrating scientists whose work advances innovation while addressing real social needs. […] [...]
Meet Our New Joiner: Daphne
Say hello to Daphne Olivia Jawai Anak Sadai, one of our newest joiners at Cancer Research Malaysia (CRMY). Born and raised in Sarawak, Daphne is a true science enthusiast. She […] [...]
Finding Better Ways to Treat Oral Cancer
Oral cancer is one of the most common cancers in Asia, but survival rates remain low, especially when the disease is diagnosed late. Even with surgery, radiotherapy, and chemotherapy, there […] [...]
Why Arbiah Calls Cancer a Gift – A Survivor’s Message of Hope from Kelantan
“Cancer is a gift. It is not the end. Life does not stop when you have cancer – it stops when you give up.” These are the words of Arbiah […] [...]
Six MoUs, One Big Step Forward for Breast Cancer Care in Sabah
On 12th June 2025 in Kota Kinabalu, something special happened. Something that reminded us why we do what we do. In a room filled with hospital directors, navigators, ministry officials, […] [...]
Real Care, Real People and Real Voices from the Frontlines of Cancer Care
“You treat a disease, you win or you lose. You treat a person, I guarantee you, you’ll win no matter what the outcome.” – Patch Adams (1998) This quote from […] [...]
Support Our Scientists: Meet the Researchers Advancing Cancer Prevention & Early Detection
It’s been almost two years since we launched the Support Our Scientists (SOS) campaign in April 2023. Since then, we’ve brought science closer to the public through webinars, interviews, and articles featuring […] [...]
Employee 001 celebrates 20 years at Cancer Research Malaysia
Meet Cancer Research Malaysia’s employee 001. Yoon Sook Yee first heard of a cancer research set-up in Malaysia back in 2000 and was immediately drawn to a wonderful opportunity. She decided to pursue the opportunity and after 20 years […] [...]
These frontliners help cancer patients beat the odds
Breast cancer is the most common cancer among Malaysian women. At Cancer Research Malaysia, we found that half of breast cancer deaths in the country could be prevented by helping underprivileged breast cancer […] [...]