Numbers count in the genetics of moles and melanomas

by University of QueenslandReticular naevi pattern (left) Gene variations: MTAP, PLA2G6, MITF. Globular naevi pattern (right) Gene variations: IRF4. Credit: University of QueenslandUniversity of

Updated on: April 20,2024

Numbers count in the genetics of moles and melanomas

by University of QueenslandReticular naevi pattern (left) Gene variations: MTAP, PLA2G6, MITF. Globular naevi pattern (right) Gene variations: IRF4. Credit: University of QueenslandUniversity of

Updated on:April 20,2024

Self-testing cervical cancer screening could save Māori women's lives

by Victoria University of WellingtonElectron micrograph of a negatively stained human papilloma virus (HPV) which occurs in human warts. Credit: public domainCervical cancer is the second leading

Updated on: April 01,2024

Self-testing cervical cancer screening could save Māori women's lives

by Victoria University of WellingtonElectron micrograph of a negatively stained human papilloma virus (HPV) which occurs in human warts. Credit: public domainCervical cancer is the second leading

Updated on:April 01,2024

Chatter between cell populations drives progression of gastrointestinal tumors

by University of California - San DiegoCredit: CC0 Public DomainGastrointestinal stromal tumors (GISTs) are a subytpe of cancers known as sarcomas. GIST is the most common type of sarcoma with ap

Updated on: May 09,2024

Chatter between cell populations drives progression of gastrointestinal tumors

by University of California - San DiegoCredit: CC0 Public DomainGastrointestinal stromal tumors (GISTs) are a subytpe of cancers known as sarcomas. GIST is the most common type of sarcoma with ap

Updated on:May 09,2024

Researchers show liquid biopsies can catch disease progression early in high-risk neuroblastoma

by Children's Hospital of PhiladelphiaCredit: Unsplash/CC0 Public DomainNeuroblastoma is an aggressive pediatric cancer that develops from early nerve cells and accounts for up to 10% of chil

Updated on: February 18,2024

Researchers show liquid biopsies can catch disease progression early in high-risk neuroblastoma

by Children's Hospital of PhiladelphiaCredit: Unsplash/CC0 Public DomainNeuroblastoma is an aggressive pediatric cancer that develops from early nerve cells and accounts for up to 10% of chil

Updated on:February 18,2024

Targeted drug treatment leads tumor cells to imitate viral infection, researchers discover

by Ari Navetta,Broad Institute of MIT and HarvardmIDH1 inhibition restores immune surveillance. Credit:Science(2024). DOI: 10.1126/science.adl6173A number of cancers, including certa

Updated on: July 17,2024

Targeted drug treatment leads tumor cells to imitate viral infection, researchers discover

by Ari Navetta,Broad Institute of MIT and HarvardmIDH1 inhibition restores immune surveillance. Credit:Science(2024). DOI: 10.1126/science.adl6173A number of cancers, including certa

Updated on:July 17,2024

Fewer than 3 of 10 women cite diet when asked how to reduce chances of breast cancer

by Physicians Committee for Responsible MedicineCredit: Pixabay/CC0 Public DomainJust 28% of U.S. women are aware that a healthful diet can lower the risk of developing breast cancer, according to a j

Updated on: September 07,2024

Fewer than 3 of 10 women cite diet when asked how to reduce chances of breast cancer

by Physicians Committee for Responsible MedicineCredit: Pixabay/CC0 Public DomainJust 28% of U.S. women are aware that a healthful diet can lower the risk of developing breast cancer, according to a j

Updated on:September 07,2024

Drug that targets key mutation found to shrink some tumors

by Bob Yirka , Medical XpressCredit: CC0 Public DomainA team of researchers affiliated with several institutions in the U.S. and Australia (and sponsored by pharmaceutical company Amgen Research) has

Updated on: March 08,2024

Drug that targets key mutation found to shrink some tumors

by Bob Yirka , Medical XpressCredit: CC0 Public DomainA team of researchers affiliated with several institutions in the U.S. and Australia (and sponsored by pharmaceutical company Amgen Research) has

Updated on:March 08,2024

Researchers invent a new class of AI to improve cancer research and treatments

by Colette Gallagher,Mayo ClinicCredit: Mayo ClinicMayo Clinic researchers recently invented a new class of artificial intelligence (AI) algorithms called hypothesis-driven AI that are a signifi

Updated on: March 20,2024

Researchers invent a new class of AI to improve cancer research and treatments

by Colette Gallagher,Mayo ClinicCredit: Mayo ClinicMayo Clinic researchers recently invented a new class of artificial intelligence (AI) algorithms called hypothesis-driven AI that are a signifi

Updated on:March 20,2024

Engineered T cells may be harnessed to kill solid tumor cells

by Tel Aviv UniversityCredit: Tel Aviv UniversityThere is now a multitude of therapies to treat cancer, from chemotherapy and radiation to immunotherapy and small molecule inhibitors. Chemotherap

Updated on: March 01,2024

Engineered T cells may be harnessed to kill solid tumor cells

by Tel Aviv UniversityCredit: Tel Aviv UniversityThere is now a multitude of therapies to treat cancer, from chemotherapy and radiation to immunotherapy and small molecule inhibitors. Chemotherap

Updated on:March 01,2024

Direct-acting antivirals still underused in hep C-related liver cancer

by Lori SolomonDirect-acting antiviral agents (DAAs) remain underutilized in patients with hepatitis C virus (HCV)-related hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC), according to a study presented at The Liver M

Updated on: April 10,2024

Direct-acting antivirals still underused in hep C-related liver cancer

by Lori SolomonDirect-acting antiviral agents (DAAs) remain underutilized in patients with hepatitis C virus (HCV)-related hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC), according to a study presented at The Liver M

Updated on:April 10,2024

Study finds racial disparities in culturally competent cancer care

by Dana-Farber Cancer InstituteBrandon A. Mahal, MD of Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, co-senior author of the study published inJAMA Oncology. Credit: Dana-Farber Cancer InstituteMany non-wh

Updated on: July 04,2024

Study finds racial disparities in culturally competent cancer care

by Dana-Farber Cancer InstituteBrandon A. Mahal, MD of Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, co-senior author of the study published inJAMA Oncology. Credit: Dana-Farber Cancer InstituteMany non-wh

Updated on:July 04,2024

From eye drops to potential leukaemia treatment

by Wellcome Trust Sanger InstituteA Wright's stained bone marrow aspirate smear of patient with precursor B-cell acute lymphoblastic leukemia. Credit: VashiDonsk/WikipediaAn active ingredient

Updated on: March 12,2024

From eye drops to potential leukaemia treatment

by Wellcome Trust Sanger InstituteA Wright's stained bone marrow aspirate smear of patient with precursor B-cell acute lymphoblastic leukemia. Credit: VashiDonsk/WikipediaAn active ingredient

Updated on:March 12,2024