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The French National Cancer Institute (INCa) is a State health and science agency specialising in cancer control created on 9 August 2004. It operates under the dual supervision of the Ministry of Health and the Ministry of Research. Cancer.fr is its website.

The French National Cancer Institute (INCa) is a State health and science agency specialising in cancer control created on 9 August 2004. It operates under the dual supervision of the Ministry of Health and the Ministry of Research. Cancer.fr is its website.

About us

We are a centre of expertise and resources aiming to enhance coordination among all stakeholders involved in the fight against cancer. We act as an interface for patients, their families, healthcare system users, the general public, healthcare professionals, researchers, experts, and decision-makers, facilitating progress in cancer care. We ensure the implementation of France’s ten-year cancer control strategy. 

More about us

  • The INCa at a glance

    Discover who we are and what we do at a glance.

  • Our purpose, vision and missions

    We are dedicated to an integrated and innovative approach to cancer control, uniting all key stakeholders in France and around the world. Our shared goal is to reduce the incidence and mortality of cancer, enhance the quality of life for patients, and address health inequalities.

  • Our governance: leadership, boards and groups

    Our governance promotes transparency, scientific rigor, and stakeholder engagement. The Institute's various bodies bring together expertise from the cancer control community to guide our strategy and uphold our core values.

Our resources

The INCa has an annual budget of approximately €130 million, two-thirds of which is allocated to research funding. The remainder is dedicated to healthcare initiatives, data science, public health and public information. 

Our Institute employs over 150 highly dedicated and expert staff.