I was diagnosed with invasive lobular breast cancer in September 2022. I couldn't believe that my 5cm tumour mass had failed to be detected by a mammogram which I'd had 2 months before. In the months that followed I learnt more about the disease - that lobular frequently doesn't show up on a mammogram and that despite its unique biology it has no specific treatment. Lobular breast cancer has been known about since the 1970's, but still remains an unmet clinical need. Fast forward to May 2023, and the launch of the Lobular Moon Shot Project which was set up by Dr Susan Michaelis and her husband Tristan Loraine. The project is campaigning for further research into the basic biology of the disease and the Manchester Breast Centre (part of the University of Manchester) is our chosen research partner for this. They will work with other research institutions to advance our global knowledgeof the disease, and ultimately find kinder treatments for women with invasive lobularbreast cancer.

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