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New AI-based method could improve detection and classification of brain tumors from MRI scans

Researchers have developed a new artificial intelligence-based method that could significantly improve the detection and classification of brain tumors from MRI scans, achieving higher accuracy than conventional diagnostic systems.

29 Jul 2026

New meningioma atlas uncovers clues to tumor aggressiveness

One of the most detailed maps to date of meningioma - the most common brain tumor in adults - reveals how the tumor's surrounding environment helps drive disease behavior and patient outcomes, according to new research from Mayo Clinic.

9 Jun 2026

Weight loss medications show promise in preventing obesity-related cancers

A study of more than 229,000 obese adults without diabetes in the United States has shown that weight loss drugs are associated with a decreased risk of obesity-related cancers.

7 Jun 2026

AI predicts meningioma recurrence from routine pathology slides

Mayo Clinic researchers and collaborators have shown that artificial intelligence (AI) can analyze routine pathology slides to help classify meningiomas, the most common primary brain tumor in adults, and predict a patient's risk of tumor recurrence.

7 Jun 2026

Brain tumor removal may improve blood sugar in diabetes patients

A new study published today in JAMA Network Open found that removing olfactory groove meningioma - a type of brain tumor located near the base of the brain - may improve blood sugar control in patients with diabetes.

3 Jun 2026

Advanced AI architectures improve meningioma detection on MRI scans

Meningiomas are the most common brain cancers arising from the protective soft tissue cover of the brain called the meninges.

19 May 2026

Adult weight gain strongly linked to higher obesity-related cancer risk

New research presented at this year's European Congress on Obesity (ECO 2026) in Istanbul, Turkey (12-15 May) shows that people who gain the highest amount of weight across adulthood are at greatly increased risk of certain obesity related cancers.

13 May 2026

New review advances personalized care for meningioma patients

A comprehensive new review led by Mayo Clinic is helping shape how clinicians diagnose and treat meningioma, the most common primary brain tumor, with a focus on personalized, patient-centered care and the latest advances in precision oncology.

17 Apr 2026

Can AI chatbots help brain tumor patients understand their care?

Integrating LLMs in brain tumor care could enhance patient understanding, but requires strict oversight to manage risks and ensure reliable information.

26 Mar 2026

Boron neutron capture therapy shows promise for deadly brain tumors

Malignant gliomas are among the deadliest brain cancers, with limited treatment options and poor survival.

9 Mar 2026

Eosinophils suppress tumor growth and recurrence in chordoma

Chordoma is a rare tumor characterized by poor prognosis, limited therapeutic options, and a high rate of recurrence. Despite advances in oncology, effective treatments for chordoma remain limited.

31 Jan 2026

Self-administered injectable contraceptives face provider hesitancy despite availability

Self-administered injectable contraceptives have been available in the United States for more than two decades, yet a new study has found only about a quarter of reproductive health experts prescribe it - and many are unaware it's even an option.

9 Jan 2026

New investment aims to accelerate treatments for low-grade brain tumors

Researchers focused on accelerating and testing new treatments for low-grade brain tumors are set to receive a transformative £2.8 million to drive their future work.

3 Dec 2025

Fat distribution appears to influence cancer risk

How fat is distributed in people's bodies could make a difference to their risk of certain cancers, according to new research led by the University of Bristol. The international study is published in the Journal of the National Cancer Institute (JNCI) today [24 September].

23 Sep 2025

Mapping the evolutionary trajectory of meningiomas at single-cell resolution

Meningiomas are the most common primary brain tumors, accounting for nearly one-third of all central nervous system (CNS) tumors.

11 Sep 2025

Study: Obesity-linked cancer deaths have tripled in the United States

Cancer deaths linked to obesity have tripled in the United States over the past two decades, according to a study being presented Sunday at ENDO 2025, the Endocrine Society's annual meeting in San Francisco, Calif.

13 Jul 2025

Meningiomas more common in older women than previously known

Tumors of the meninges are more common in older women than previously known. In a study from the University of Gothenburg, 2.7 percent of 70-year-old women had such tumors. The researchers emphasize that such findings should be treated with diligence and careful consideration.

26 Jun 2025

Long term use of desogestrel linked to small increase in brain tumor risk

Taking the progestogen-only contraceptive pill desogestrel continuously for more than five years is associated with a small increased risk of developing a type of brain tumor called an intracranial meningioma, finds a study from France published by The BMJ today.

12 Jun 2025

GLP-1RAs show added protection against cancer beyond weight reduction

New research being presented at this year's European Congress on Obesity (ECO) in Malaga, Spain (11-14 May) and published in the journal eClinicalMedicine finds that first generation weight-loss medications like liraglutide and exenatide appear to show anti-cancer benefits beyond weight loss.

11 May 2025

Study evaluates long-term outcomes of gamma knife radiosurgery in patients with grade 2 meningiomas

The role of radiosurgery in the treatment of grade 2 meningioma remains unclear. This study aimed to evaluate the long-term outcomes of gamma knife radiosurgery (GKRS) in patients with grade 2 meningiomas and to identify factors influencing tumor control and survival.

28 Apr 2025