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VIVA is dedicated to advancing research that transforms the future of childhood cancer care. Guided by our mission to save lives through excellence in medical care, research, and education, we drive innovation in areas such as cellular and gene therapies, tumor vaccination, and antibody research. Explore our research programmes, fellows, and projects to see how we are shaping the next breakthroughs in paediatric oncology.

Driving cutting-edge childhood cancer research by working with local hospitals and running our own VIVA Research Lab, led by our Scientific Research Director. The lab gives scientists and doctors a philanthropic platform to collaborate and innovate—using state-of-the-art technology to find faster, more accessible cures.

VIVA Research Lab
20 Jul 2026
Screening new antibody constructs for paediatric solid tumours
Antibody therapies direct the immune system to recognise and attack cancer cells, and they have become one of the most promising treatment strategies in paediatric oncology.
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VIVA Research Lab
20 Jul 2026
Mapping the Paediatric Tumour Microenvironment Using Spatial Proteomics
The tumour microenvironment plays a crucial role in cancer development, influencing tumour growth, immune responses, and treatment outcomes.
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VIVA Research Lab
20 Jul 2026
Targeting Cancer Cell Metabolism in Paediatric Cancers
Paediatric cancers remain a significant global health challenge, particularly aggressive and treatment-resistant tumours such as high-grade gliomas and rhabdoid tumours.
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Fellowship
27 Oct 2025
Sydney Brenner-VIVA Research Fellowship
This fellowship will be awarded annually to outstanding scientists committed to paediatric oncology. Awardees will undergo an intensive 1 year + 1 year extendable training under the mentorship of Prof Rupert Handgretinger, a leading expert in the field.
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Fellowship
4 Dec 2024
Sydney Brenner-VIVA Travel Fellowship
These fellowships will be awarded annually from the Sydney Brenner-VIVA Award Training Endowment Fund. These fellowships will provide recipients with the opportunity to participate in the annual St. Jude-VIVA Forum in Pediatric Oncology, where they can engage with experts in the field.
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