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AI-powered method could revolutionize cancer treatment by interpreting tumor tissue data

Researchers at Karolinska Institutet and SciLifeLab in Sweden have combined artificial intelligence (AI) techniques used in satellite imaging and community ecology to interpret large amounts of data from tumor tissue.

13 Nov 2023

Gene therapy's double-edged sword: Breakthrough treatments face manufacturing and efficacy

Research explores the advancements, challenges, and economic implications of gene therapy for various diseases, including inherited blood disorders, malignancies treated with CAR-T cells, and diseases targeted by in vivo AAV vectors. The review highlights the transformative potential of gene therapies while acknowledging the complexities in manufacturing, safety, efficacy, and long-term durability.

12 Nov 2023

Preclinical research points to a promising new treatment option for pancreatic cancer patients

Preclinical research published in the Journal for ImmunoTherapy of Cancer points to a promising new treatment option for people with pancreatic cancer.

10 Nov 2023

HMS immunologist unravels the mysteries of how the immune system communicates

The immune system is a crucial part of our survival, regularly fending off wide-ranging attacks on the body, both internal and external.

9 Nov 2023

Tumor-immune interactions predict treatment responses in multiple myeloma

A multicenter study led by researchers at Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center at the University of Miami Miller School of Medicine shows how interactions between tumor cells and immune components of the microenvironment can impact treatment responses and outcomes in patients newly diagnosed with multiple myeloma who undergo combination treatments that include targeted immunotherapy.

9 Nov 2023

Gene expression in nearby healthy tissue may be a better predictor of lung cancer recurrence

Genetic information collected from seemingly healthy tissue near lung tumors may be a better predictor of whether cancer will come back after treatment than analysis of the tumors themselves, according to new research led by NYU Langone Health and its Perlmutter Cancer Center.

8 Nov 2023

Diagnosing early-stage lung cancer with CT screening improves survival rate

Diagnosing early-stage lung cancer with low-dose computed tomography (CT) screening drastically improves its cure rate measured over a 20-year period, according to a large-scale international study by Mount Sinai researchers published in Radiology.

7 Nov 2023

New pathologic scoring system could help predict survival in lung cancer patients

A new pathologic scoring system that accurately assesses how much lung tumor is left after a patient receives presurgical cancer treatments can be used to predict survival, according to new research led by investigators at the Bloomberg~Kimmel Institute for Cancer Immunotherapy at the Johns Hopkins Kimmel Cancer Center and the Mark Foundation Center for Advanced Genomics and Imaging at the Johns Hopkins University.

6 Nov 2023

Researchers announce a new genetic classification system for gastric cancer

Professor Sang Cheul Oh of the Division of Oncology/Hematology, Department of Internal Medicine, Korea University College of Medicine, Professor Sang‑Hee Kang of the Department of Surgery, Korea University's Guro Hospital, and Professor Sun Young Yim of the Division of Gastroenterology and Hepatology, Department of Internal Medicine, Korea University College of Medicine announced a new genetic classification system for gastric cancer by a multicenter study with the University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center.

6 Nov 2023

Overcoming T-cell exhaustion: A new hope for CAR-T cell therapy

CAR-T cell therapy is a last hope for many patients with blood, bone marrow or lymph gland cancer when other treatments such as chemotherapy are unsuccessful.

6 Nov 2023

High-impact clinical trial results to be presented at ASN Kidney Week 2023

The results of numerous high-impact clinical trials that could affect kidney-related medical care will be presented in-person at ASN Kidney Week 2023 November 1–November 5.

3 Nov 2023

Balancing act: Navigating elimination diets in allergic kids without compromising nutrition

Recent research underscores the importance of careful management of elimination diets in children with food allergies, ensuring nutritional balance and support for growth. The study advocates for a multidisciplinary approach to help children avoid allergens without compromising their overall health and development.

2 Nov 2023

Cancer neuroscience: A new frontier in cancer treatment

Cancer cells hijack normal biological processes, allowing them to multiply. For example, tumors spur construction of new blood vessels, building themselves "highways" to supply nutrients.

1 Nov 2023

Using synthetic biology to develop smarter cell therapies for cancer patients

We are embarking on an unprecedented era of therapeutic development enabled by live cell engineering.

31 Oct 2023

Promising new drug target for triple-negative breast cancer identified

Improving treatments for triple-negative breast cancer (TNBC), an aggressive tumor with very poor prognosis and limited therapeutic targets, has been challenging.

30 Oct 2023

Study unveils new approach to more precise, long-lasting, and less toxic cancer treatment

For too long, cancer treatment has been a double-edged sword – the very treatments designed to kill cancer cells often wrought havoc on healthy ones too.

30 Oct 2023

NCCN releases new resources to improve quality of life for people with cancer

The National Comprehensive Cancer Network® (NCCN®) is announcing new resources focused on improving quality of life for people with cancer while making sure care planning reflects individual needs and priorities.

30 Oct 2023

Redefining the battle against Alzheimer's with tau-focused treatments

Researchers explore the potential of tau-targeting therapies in treating Alzheimer's disease, focusing on immunotherapies and strategies to improve their efficacy. The study dives into the complex biology of tau proteins, their modifications, and how they can be targeted to halt the progression of Alzheimer's.

29 Oct 2023

Study offers the most comprehensive look to date on prostate cancer disparities

Cedars-Sinai Cancer investigators have found that Black men respond as well as white men to systemic therapies for advanced prostate cancer when access to quality healthcare is equal, regardless of socioeconomic status.

27 Oct 2023

New ERC-funded research project aims to develop targeted treatments for chronic wounds and cancer

the Freiburg University Medical Center and member of the Medical Faculty at the University of Freiburg, has received a European Research Council (ERC) Starting Grant from the European Commission.

27 Oct 2023

Immunotherapy News and Research

Latest Immunotherapy News and Research

AI-powered method could revolutionize cancer treatment by interpreting tumor tissue data

Gene therapy's double-edged sword: Breakthrough treatments face manufacturing and efficacy

Preclinical research points to a promising new treatment option for pancreatic cancer patients

HMS immunologist unravels the mysteries of how the immune system communicates

Tumor-immune interactions predict treatment responses in multiple myeloma

Gene expression in nearby healthy tissue may be a better predictor of lung cancer recurrence

Diagnosing early-stage lung cancer with CT screening improves survival rate

New pathologic scoring system could help predict survival in lung cancer patients

Researchers announce a new genetic classification system for gastric cancer

Overcoming T-cell exhaustion: A new hope for CAR-T cell therapy

High-impact clinical trial results to be presented at ASN Kidney Week 2023

Balancing act: Navigating elimination diets in allergic kids without compromising nutrition

Cancer neuroscience: A new frontier in cancer treatment

Using synthetic biology to develop smarter cell therapies for cancer patients

Promising new drug target for triple-negative breast cancer identified

Study unveils new approach to more precise, long-lasting, and less toxic cancer treatment

NCCN releases new resources to improve quality of life for people with cancer

Redefining the battle against Alzheimer's with tau-focused treatments

Study offers the most comprehensive look to date on prostate cancer disparities

New ERC-funded research project aims to develop targeted treatments for chronic wounds and cancer

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