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Researchers discover potential chemical 'silver bullet' to reduce risk of colon cancer

In preclinical experiments, researchers at VCU Massey Cancer Center have uncovered a new way in which colon cancer develops, as well as a potential "silver bullet" for preventing and treating it.

26 Jul 2017

Molecular classification of gastric cancer subtypes could shape tailored treatment options

Molecular classification of the four distinct subtypes of gastric cancer could potentially shape tailored treatment options by helping to predict survival outcomes and patients' response to chemotherapy.

26 Jul 2017

Effects of declining sperm counts on fertility, mortality and disease patterns in geographical areas: Study

There is a lack of definitive data on the actual trends of decline in sperm counts according to researchers despite it being a known fact. Researchers in a new study looked at a large population to find the exact data regarding this scenario and its effects on the society. They looked at the effects of fertility and geographical distribution on the sperm concentration as well as total sperm counts.

25 Jul 2017

Research offers explanation for ineffectiveness of checkpoint immunotherapy against bladder cancer

New research offers a possible explanation for why a new type of cancer treatment hasn't been working as expected against bladder cancer.

25 Jul 2017

African-American patients have increased gene mutations in tobacco-related tumors, study finds

African-Americans typically have worse outcomes from smoking-related cancers than Caucasians, but the reasons for this remain elusive. However, scientists at Wake Forest Baptist Medical Center have taken a big step toward solving this puzzle.

25 Jul 2017

Study reveals effectiveness of neoadjuvant chemotherapy in triple-negative breast cancer

Researchers analyzed data confirming the improved outcomes in both short- and long-term survival in patients that underwent neoadjuvant chemotherapy prior to surgery for triple-negative breast cancer.

25 Jul 2017

Researchers discover mechanism that plays key role in development of resistance to immunotherapy

In tumor immunotherapy, the body's own defense system is activated against the tumor cells. However, for the majority of patients, the tumor cells become resistant to the treatments used.

25 Jul 2017

Neuro-oncology scientists discover unique molecular mechanism that maintains glioma stem cells

Glioblastoma is a primary brain tumor with dismal survival rates, even after treatment with surgery, chemotherapy, and radiation.

25 Jul 2017

Wistar scientists discover new therapeutic strategy for difficult-to-treat form of ovarian cancer

A potential new therapeutic strategy for a difficult-to-treat form of ovarian cancer has been discovered by Wistar scientists. The findings were published online in Nature Cell Biology.

24 Jul 2017

Advanced lung cancer patients get survival benefit with use of concurrent chemotherapy, proton therapy

For patients with advanced, inoperable stage 3 lung cancer, concurrent chemotherapy and the specialized radiation treatment, proton therapy, offers improved survival compared to historical data for standard of care, according to a new study from The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center.

20 Jul 2017

Researchers find new way to protect stem cells from inflammation during wound repair

Scientists have found a new way to protect stem cells from harsh inflammation during wound repair. In a study recently published in the journal Cytotherapy, researchers in India discovered that treating mice with a common anti-inflammatory drug called celecoxib promoted stem cell survival and healing when they injected the cells into wounds.

20 Jul 2017

New study shows how social interaction impacts treatment response in cancer patients

How well cancer patients fared after chemotherapy was affected by their social interaction with other patients during treatment, according to a new study by researchers at the National Human Genome Research Institute, part of the National Institutes of Health, and the University of Oxford in the United Kingdom.

19 Jul 2017

Large-scale genetic study of E. coli illustrates complexity of drug resistant 'superbugs'

The first large-scale genetic study of Escherichia coli (E. coli) cultured from patients with bloodstream infections in England showed that drug resistant 'superbugs' are not always out-competing other strains.

18 Jul 2017

Developing software for cell and gene therapy supply chain tracking

The first thing is, to always remember that we're dealing with a living drug, cells, which are very sensitive to environmental conditions, such as temperature and humidity etc. All of those things can impact on the viability of the drug and its effectiveness.

18 Jul 2017

Researchers discover reason for chemoresistance in small cell lung cancer

Approximately one year after successful treatment with cytotoxic chemotherapy and radiotherapy, patients with advanced Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC), which primarily affects heavy smokers, generally relapse with recurrence of tumours that are resistant to further chemotherapy.

18 Jul 2017

MGH researchers identify novel mechanism behind resistance to angiogenesis inhibitors

A Massachusetts General Hospital research team has identified a novel mechanism behind resistance to angiogenesis inhibitors - drugs that fight cancer by suppressing the formation of new blood vessels.

14 Jul 2017

Diabetes leads to increase in autonomic and small fiber neuropathy

Autonomic and small fiber neuropathy used to be considered rare conditions. But with approximately 30 million Americans affected by diabetes – one of the main underlying causes for these diseases – it's an emerging problem.

13 Jul 2017

Study demonstrates potential nanoparticle-based therapeutic strategy for deadly brain tumors

Early phase Northwestern Medicine research has demonstrated a potential new therapeutic strategy for treating deadly glioblastoma brain tumors.

13 Jul 2017

FDA advisory committee recommends Novartis' CAR-T therapy for young leukemia patients

Today the FDA's Oncologic Drugs Advisory Committee, an independent panel of experts, voted unanimously to recommend to the FDA approval of Novartis' experimental CAR-T therapy called Tisagenlecleucel, also known as CTL019.

13 Jul 2017

Bone metastasis-targeting drug shows potential as new therapeutic strategy for osteosarcoma

The treatment of osteosarcoma, the most common tumor of bone, is challenging. A study led by The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center found a drug known as bone metastasis-targeting peptidomimetic (BMTP-11) has potential as a new therapeutic strategy for this devastating illness.

13 Jul 2017

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Latest Chemotherapy News and Research

Researchers discover potential chemical 'silver bullet' to reduce risk of colon cancer

Molecular classification of gastric cancer subtypes could shape tailored treatment options

Effects of declining sperm counts on fertility, mortality and disease patterns in geographical areas: Study

Research offers explanation for ineffectiveness of checkpoint immunotherapy against bladder cancer

African-American patients have increased gene mutations in tobacco-related tumors, study finds

Study reveals effectiveness of neoadjuvant chemotherapy in triple-negative breast cancer

Researchers discover mechanism that plays key role in development of resistance to immunotherapy

Neuro-oncology scientists discover unique molecular mechanism that maintains glioma stem cells

Wistar scientists discover new therapeutic strategy for difficult-to-treat form of ovarian cancer

Advanced lung cancer patients get survival benefit with use of concurrent chemotherapy, proton therapy

Researchers find new way to protect stem cells from inflammation during wound repair

New study shows how social interaction impacts treatment response in cancer patients

Large-scale genetic study of E. coli illustrates complexity of drug resistant 'superbugs'

Developing software for cell and gene therapy supply chain tracking

Researchers discover reason for chemoresistance in small cell lung cancer

MGH researchers identify novel mechanism behind resistance to angiogenesis inhibitors

Diabetes leads to increase in autonomic and small fiber neuropathy

Study demonstrates potential nanoparticle-based therapeutic strategy for deadly brain tumors

FDA advisory committee recommends Novartis' CAR-T therapy for young leukemia patients

Bone metastasis-targeting drug shows potential as new therapeutic strategy for osteosarcoma

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