ENFRNL BIG SCIENTIFIC SECTION PartnersPress RoomFAQCareersContact usMember login About BIG Why Research Your impact Get Involved News Events DONATE BECAUSE RESEARCH SAVES LIVES. Although great progress has been made, breast cancer incidence continues to grow. 1 in 8 women will be confronted. Help research find better treatments. Help thousands of patients in their fight against cancer and give them hope. Today’s donations support tomorrow’s trials and future cures. DONATE AND SUPPORT RESEARCH TESTIMONIALS "I have huge admiration for the teams that work to find a cure and to make those living with breast cancer more comfortable." Jessica Parser - Ambassador of BIG "I understand I won't directly benefit from this study, but it's my responsibility to help other women that will be confronted with the disease in future." One of the MINDACT patients 262 PATIENTS ENROLLED IN BIG TIME FOR BABY STUDY 20-07-2018 BIG Time for Baby makes BIG progress: already 262 women enrolled and 32 healthy babies born, a milestone!.. READ MORE FONDATION ARC LÉOPOLD GRIFFUEL AWARD FOR TRANSLATIONAL AND CLINICAL RESEARCH 13-04-2018 "The prize is a wonderful recognition for the dedication and work of our teams at BIG and at the Jules Bordet Institute" says Prof. Piccart... READ MORE OUR MISSION Today, a woman’s chance of getting breast cancer is 1 in 8. Globally, breast cancer still causes 522.000 deaths annually... We are on a mission to change that. BIG is an international not-for-profit organisation that represents the largest global network – over 50 countries, across 6 continents – of academic groups dedicated to breast cancer research. Our mission is to facilitate and accelerate breast cancer research at the international level. We are convinced that through global research and collaboration, we will find a cure for breast cancer. BIG mission statement. 50+ COUNTRIES 3.000+ HOSPITALS 10.000+ BREAST CANCER EXPERTS "FINDING A CURE IS ONE OF THE BIGGEST CHALLENGES FACED BY RESEARCHERS FROM AROUND THE WORLD." Breast cancer affects women and men of all ages. This is why prevention is crucial. When breast cancer is diagnosed, the impact on a patient’s life and loved ones is devastating and causes intense stress. Appropriate psychological and moral support is needed and can really make a big difference. It is crucial to identify the most appropriate and personalised therapies to increase the chances of recovery and cure. BIG fosters collaboration among the world's leading experts in breast cancer and advances research. This is essential to give hope to everyone concerned. HRM the Queen of the Belgians - Honorary President of BIG against breast cancer ABOUT Our mission How it started Get to know us Member groups WHY RESEARCH Clinical trials explained Trials to support More trials Our principles IMPACT MINDACT story SOFT&TEXT HERA trial GET INVOLVED As a company Events Why Donate Support 'BIG Time for Baby' RESOURCES BIG Folders Annual reports BIG Newsletter LINKS Careers Member login Partners BIG Scientific section Breast International Group (BIG), aisbl Blvd de Waterloo 76, B-1000 Brussels | Belgium VAT BE 0468 176 240 | IBAN BE08 0689 0916 0213 - BIG privacy Policy | Legal disclaimer This website makes use of cookies to enhance browsing experience and provide additional functionality. I agree More info