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Stanford researchers develop electromagnetic device to sort and levitate cells

Stanford Medicine researchers invent an electromagnetic device that can gently sort different types of cells by levitating them to different heights.

27 Oct 2025

Updated COVID-19 vaccines continue to offer strong protection, research shows

Updated COVID-19 vaccines are still providing effective protection against infection, emergency department visits, hospitalization and death, according to new research published today in JAMA Internal Medicine.

27 Oct 2025

Study finds up to 5% of Americans carry genetic mutations linked to increased cancer susceptibility

New Cleveland Clinic research reveals that up to 5% of Americans – approximately 17 million people – carry genetic mutations or "variants" linked to increased cancer susceptibility, regardless of risk factors like personal or family cancer history.

27 Oct 2025

A new technique to tag senescent cells

When it comes to treating disease, one promising avenue is addressing the presence of senescent cells. These cells - also known as "zombie cells" - stop dividing but don't die off as cells typically do.

27 Oct 2025

Major new study may lead to earlier detection of lung cancers

A major new study, which has recently begun recruiting, is hoped to lead to earlier detection of lung cancers.

27 Oct 2025

TRF1 protein depletion linked to leaner mice and altered metabolism

A new research paper was published in Volume 17, Issue 9 of Aging-US on September 17, 2025, titled "Depletion of the TRF1 telomere-binding protein leads to leaner mice with altered metabolic profiles."

27 Oct 2025

Pigments extracted from the henna dye could be used to treat liver disease

Lawsonia inermis is best known for making henna, a versatile dye that is used to change the color of skin and clothes. Now, researchers from Osaka Metropolitan University have found another use for the pigments extracted from the dye: treating liver disease.

27 Oct 2025

Study finds evidence for repurposing thiostrepton as an anti-rhabdomyosarcoma drug

Rhabdomyosarcoma (RMS) accounts for up to 10% of childhood cancers and nearly half of pediatric soft tissue sarcomas.

27 Oct 2025

Doctors muffled as Florida moves to end decades of childhood vaccination mandates

Florida plans to end nearly a half-century of required childhood immunizations against diseases that have killed and maimed millions of children. Many critics of the decision, including doctors, are afraid to speak up against it.

27 Oct 2025

Are ultra-processed plant foods really worse than meat? Scientists weigh in

A new review challenges assumptions about ultra-processed foods, finding that plant-based versions, such as soymilk, meat analogs, and soft margarines, may lower cholesterol and disease risk compared with unprocessed animal foods when used as replacements.

26 Oct 2025

Mitochondria and lysosomes work together to control regulatory T cell activation

Metabolism guides the activation states of regulatory T cells, the immune cells that prevent inappropriate activation of the immune system.

24 Oct 2025

First multiple sclerosis patient in the UK receives CAR T cell therapy in groundbreaking trial

A multiple sclerosis (MS) patient in the UK was the first to receive CAR T cell therapy, invented by UCL researchers, in a clinical trial testing whether this personalized treatment can slow or even halt the progression of the disease.

24 Oct 2025

Study reveals a troubling surge in severe diverticulitis among Americans younger than 50

A comprehensive analysis of over 5.2 million hospitalizations reveals a troubling surge in severe diverticulitis cases among Americans younger than 50.

24 Oct 2025

Breakthrough menopause drug for hot flashes and night sweats gains FDA approval

The federal Food and Drug Administration today approved a new menopause drug that reduces hot flashes and night sweats after the drug was successfully tested at UVA Health and other sites in the United States and around the world.

24 Oct 2025

Unveiling the dual role of HIV integrase in viral replication

The rate of HIV infection continues to climb globally. Around 40 million people live with HIV-1, the most common HIV strain.

24 Oct 2025

Advancements and clinical translation of intelligent nanodrugs for breast cancer treatment

A comprehensive review in "Biofunct. Mater." meticulously details the most recent advancements and clinical translation of intelligent nanodrugs for breast cancer treatment.

24 Oct 2025

Leveraging the power of T cells for more effective and durable cancer immunotherapies

T cells play central roles in the adaptive immune response against cancer. Their functional inactivation is a primary driver of tumor progression, making the reactivation of T cell function a main goal in immunotherapy.

24 Oct 2025

Study shows protective effect of Medicaid expansion on early-stage cancer diagnosis

The COVID-19 pandemic disrupted health care, including cancer screening and diagnosis, especially for medically underserved populations, leading to substantial underdiagnosis of early-stage cancers in 2020.

24 Oct 2025

Revolutionizing lipid nanoparticle formulations for targeted treatments

Lipid nanoparticles (LNPs) are the delivery vehicles of modern medicine, carrying cancer drugs, gene therapies and vaccines into cells.

24 Oct 2025

Researchers identify nervous system components driving gastrointestinal cancer growth

Australian researchers have identified two nervous system components that drive tumor growth in gastrointestinal cancers, creating promising new avenues for treatment with existing approved therapies.

24 Oct 2025

Cancer News and Research

Latest Cancer News and Research

Stanford researchers develop electromagnetic device to sort and levitate cells

Updated COVID-19 vaccines continue to offer strong protection, research shows

Study finds up to 5% of Americans carry genetic mutations linked to increased cancer susceptibility

A new technique to tag senescent cells

Major new study may lead to earlier detection of lung cancers

TRF1 protein depletion linked to leaner mice and altered metabolism

Pigments extracted from the henna dye could be used to treat liver disease

Study finds evidence for repurposing thiostrepton as an anti-rhabdomyosarcoma drug

Doctors muffled as Florida moves to end decades of childhood vaccination mandates

Are ultra-processed plant foods really worse than meat? Scientists weigh in

Mitochondria and lysosomes work together to control regulatory T cell activation

First multiple sclerosis patient in the UK receives CAR T cell therapy in groundbreaking trial

Study reveals a troubling surge in severe diverticulitis among Americans younger than 50

Breakthrough menopause drug for hot flashes and night sweats gains FDA approval

Unveiling the dual role of HIV integrase in viral replication

Advancements and clinical translation of intelligent nanodrugs for breast cancer treatment

Leveraging the power of T cells for more effective and durable cancer immunotherapies

Study shows protective effect of Medicaid expansion on early-stage cancer diagnosis

Revolutionizing lipid nanoparticle formulations for targeted treatments

Researchers identify nervous system components driving gastrointestinal cancer growth

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The future of automation: Machine learning–driven hepatocyte and organoid counting

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