Today, the Technion is Israel's primary scientific-technological university and largest center of applied research. Cancer is one of the leading causes of death in the UK and Israel. The earlier cancer can be diagnosed, and the more accurately the effectiveness of a treatment can be monitored, the better the prognosis for the patient. The Technion is at the forefront of these efforts to battle cancer.

Just one example of Cancer Research at the Technion are researchers led by Assoc. Prof. Arie Admon who have uncovered a potential source of blood-derived biomarkers for certain kinds of cancer. This discovery could eventually help doctors determine whether a recovering cancer patient has relapsed, and may someday aid in the early detection of a variety of cancers and other diseases, using a relatively simple blood test. This could be the foundation for a simple and universal blood-based method for cancer diagnosis as well as a possible source of the information needed to enable personalized treatment for the disease.

More research is needed to examine and test this process and many others, which all hold potential for being developed as the future of cancer research.

Your generous donation will ensure that necessary resources are available to a truly outstanding group of researchers to improve the health and quality of life for people worldwide and help put an end to this vicious disease.

It’s a new avenue of fundraising that we want to explore. Anyone can participate; it’s a great experience as well as a challenging way of raising funds for cancer research. It’s a demanding physical challenge, which should not be taken lightly, as well as taking a lot of time and dedication to organise.

What Challenge? There are a lot of challenges to choose from, and as its our first year we will be joining other small charities on the challenges so there will be plenty of new people to meet. You can choose any open challenge on the website, but we would like to try and get everyone on the same trip!

The Mount Everest Base Camp Trek December 2011: This outstanding trek to the base camp of the world''s highest mountain will take you through the lush valleys of Sagarmatha National Park, with time to explore its villages and monasteries. Eight of the world's fourteen peaks that exceed 8,000m in height are situated in the Nepalese Himalayas. The highest of them all, standing at 8,848m, is Mt. Everest.Your trekking adventure begins at Lukla, where you will trek to the Sherpa capital of Namche Bazaar. You will have plenty of time to acclimatise to the altitude, following the trail across numerous rivers. Your trek leads gradually uphill from Thyangboche, where you will reach a highpoint at Kalapathar (5,545m) with breathtaking panoramic views of the surrounding peaks and glaciers including Mt. Everest. Having completed the challenge, you will have the chance to explore the city of Kathmandu and its many temples and bazaars.

Great Wall Discovery - Sat 24 March 2012 - Sun 01 April 2012: Deposit £395 and Balance £1484

The Great Wall of China was originally constructed to keep out nomadic tribes who raided China's Northern frontier.Your trekking challenge starts in Jinshanling with a vigorous and challenging trek involving climbing thousands of steps that loops along the mountains either side of the Gubeikou Gateway. Each day you will trek approximately 12kms along the stony path, twisting and winding its way along the mountains, interspersed with crumbling watchtowers.It is demanding but also very rewarding, particularly on a clear day when you can look at the vast and beautiful mountain ranges. Your imagination will take you back several centuries to when the wall was the frontline defence of Imperial China.On completion of your challenge you will return to Beijing to explore some of the many attractions of China's capital city including the Forbidden City and Tiananmen Square. More information is on the link below or call 0207 495 6824:

http://www.charitychallenge.com/expedition.html?id=1461

Escambray Encounter - Fri 23 March 2012 - Sun 01 April 2012: Deposit £295 and Balance £1293

Your trek starts in the vibrant capital and UNESCO World Heritage Site of Havana. Much of Havana's old quarter remains untouched despite the various wars and revolutions that have taken place over the last 200 years. You will be trekking for four days, for between 6 to 7 hours a day, passing farms, coffee plantations and fruit plantations.The terrain is undulating, and in parts tough going, but with amazing views and tropical waterfalls to bathe in, it is well worth the effort. You will visit the city of Santa Clara, famed for the final battle of the Cuban Revolution, the Sierra del Escambray and finally the beautiful city of Trinidad. More information is on the link below or call 0207 495 6824:

http://www.charitychallenge.com/expedition.html?id=1525

Go to www.charitychallenge.com to see the full list – you can participate in any open challenge

Who can come? Anyone! Tell your friends, family and anyone you think would be interested in fundraising for this amazing cause.

Self-Funder Option: you personally cover the full cost of the challenge and raise as much sponsorship as you can. This means that we receive every pound that you raise thereafter.

What is included in the price? International Economy flights to and from the UK (usually London); accommodation, all necessary communal camping and cooking gear; three meals a day; drinking water on challenge days; entrance fees to places visited on the itinerary; internal road and air transfers; all ground staff; first-aid supplies; activity equipment; a Charity Challenge T-shirt; and discount on personal equipment from selected stores.

What is not included? Personal insurance, Transfers to and from UK departure airport; insurance; entry visas (if applicable); vaccinations (if applicable); personal equipment; overseas airport departure tax (if applicable) and additional activities not included in the itinerary such as excess baggage charges, hotel porterage, all items of personal nature such as laundry, room service charges, drinks, phone calls etc.

How to raise Funds? There are so many ways to help raise funds, and BTS will help every step of the way! You can organise donations through Facebook and Twitter, ask all your friends and family, get a collection tin, organise an event and so on. We will also advertise with our supporters, and help you raise as much money as possible! But remember you must be very organised and record every donation you receive and make sure you don’t leave everything to the last minute.