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Review paper compares two leading pancreatic cancer drugs

Review paper compares two leading pancreatic cancer drugs

by Tyrel Linkhorn,University of ToledoPotential biomarkers in nab-paclitaxel/gemcitabine (a), Folfirinox (b) regimens of drug metabolism and mechanism of action. (c) Macrophages induce gemcitabi

Review paper compares two leading pancreatic cancer drugs

by Tyrel Linkhorn,University of ToledoPotential biomarkers in nab-paclitaxel/gemcitabine (a), Folfirinox (b) regimens of drug metabolism and mechanism of action. (c) Macrophages induce gemcitabi
Double testing better at identifying bowel cancer

Double testing better at identifying bowel cancer

byUniversity of EdinburghReceiver operating characteristic (ROC) curve analysis for the detection of colorectal cancer between cohorts. Area under the curve 0.85 (95% c.i. 0.80 to 0.90) for the

Double testing better at identifying bowel cancer

byUniversity of EdinburghReceiver operating characteristic (ROC) curve analysis for the detection of colorectal cancer between cohorts. Area under the curve 0.85 (95% c.i. 0.80 to 0.90) for the
Engineered peptides open new avenue for immunotherapy drug development

Engineered peptides open new avenue for immunotherapy drug development

by University of Texas M. D. Anderson Cancer CenterCredit: Unsplash/CC0 Public DomainIn a new study published in Nature Biomedical Engineering, researchers at The University of Texas MD Anderson Cance

Engineered peptides open new avenue for immunotherapy drug development

by University of Texas M. D. Anderson Cancer CenterCredit: Unsplash/CC0 Public DomainIn a new study published in Nature Biomedical Engineering, researchers at The University of Texas MD Anderson Cance
Colon cancer screenings are more effective than previously understood: Study

Colon cancer screenings are more effective than previously understood: Study

by Peter Dizikes,Massachusetts Institute of TechnologyCredit: Unsplash/CC0 Public DomainScreening for colon cancer reduces cancer rates by substantially more than previous analyses of randomized

Colon cancer screenings are more effective than previously understood: Study

by Peter Dizikes,Massachusetts Institute of TechnologyCredit: Unsplash/CC0 Public DomainScreening for colon cancer reduces cancer rates by substantially more than previous analyses of randomized
What happens when a kneecap dislocates

What happens when a kneecap dislocates

by Mayo Clinic News Network, Mayo Clinic News NetworkCredit: Pixabay/CC0 Public DomainKnee dislocation can be caused by a sudden blow, such as taking a hard hit playing a contact sport like football o

What happens when a kneecap dislocates

by Mayo Clinic News Network, Mayo Clinic News NetworkCredit: Pixabay/CC0 Public DomainKnee dislocation can be caused by a sudden blow, such as taking a hard hit playing a contact sport like football o
Researchers identify protein with DYRK1A-inhibiting effect that may have implications for Down syndrome

Researchers identify protein with DYRK1A-inhibiting effect that may have implications for Down syndrome

by Kyoto UniversityDYRK1A bound to FAM53C in the cytoplasm is less active. DYRK1A not bound to FAM53C in the nucleus is highly active. Functional abnormalities cause various neuropsychiatric deve

Researchers identify protein with DYRK1A-inhibiting effect that may have implications for Down syndrome

by Kyoto UniversityDYRK1A bound to FAM53C in the cytoplasm is less active. DYRK1A not bound to FAM53C in the nucleus is highly active. Functional abnormalities cause various neuropsychiatric deve
Collaborative initiative to unravel the role of HLA in individuals with a genetic cancer predisposition

Collaborative initiative to unravel the role of HLA in individuals with a genetic cancer predisposition

by Peter Saueressig,Heidelberg UniversityGraphical abstract. Credit:International Journal of Cancer(2022). DOI: 10.1002/ijc.34312Scientists from the Heidelberg Institute for Theoreti

Collaborative initiative to unravel the role of HLA in individuals with a genetic cancer predisposition

by Peter Saueressig,Heidelberg UniversityGraphical abstract. Credit:International Journal of Cancer(2022). DOI: 10.1002/ijc.34312Scientists from the Heidelberg Institute for Theoreti
Timely surveillance with chest imaging may benefit colorectal cancer patients

Timely surveillance with chest imaging may benefit colorectal cancer patients

byAmerican College of SurgeonsEarly chest imaging may benefit colorectal cancer patients. Credit: American College of SurgeonsColorectal cancer patients with certain clinical characteristics may

Timely surveillance with chest imaging may benefit colorectal cancer patients

byAmerican College of SurgeonsEarly chest imaging may benefit colorectal cancer patients. Credit: American College of SurgeonsColorectal cancer patients with certain clinical characteristics may
Social determinants of health affect racial disparity in prostate cancer mortality

Social determinants of health affect racial disparity in prostate cancer mortality

by Elana GotkineWhen accounting for social determinants of health (SDOH), Black men with prostate cancer have lower prostate cancer-specific mortality (PCSM) than White men, according to a systematic

Social determinants of health affect racial disparity in prostate cancer mortality

by Elana GotkineWhen accounting for social determinants of health (SDOH), Black men with prostate cancer have lower prostate cancer-specific mortality (PCSM) than White men, according to a systematic
Neoantigen DNA Vaccines: A Promising Approach for Triple Negative Breast Cancer

Neoantigen DNA Vaccines: A Promising Approach for Triple Negative Breast Cancer

Among innovative strategies, neoantigen DNA vaccines have emerged as a particularly promising approach, offering hope for improved patient outcomes.

Neoantigen DNA Vaccines: A Promising Approach for Triple Negative Breast Cancer

Among innovative strategies, neoantigen DNA vaccines have emerged as a particularly promising approach, offering hope for improved patient outcomes.
Researchers urge caution in co-prescribing potency drugs and nitrates

Researchers urge caution in co-prescribing potency drugs and nitrates

by Karolinska InstitutetCredit:Journal of the American College of Cardiology(2024). DOI: 10.1016/j.jacc.2023.10.041Co-prescribing potency drugs such as Viagra and organic nitrates for

Researchers urge caution in co-prescribing potency drugs and nitrates

by Karolinska InstitutetCredit:Journal of the American College of Cardiology(2024). DOI: 10.1016/j.jacc.2023.10.041Co-prescribing potency drugs such as Viagra and organic nitrates for
Study shows promising safety, patient outcomes data for MRI-guided adaptive radiation therapy to treat pancreatic cancer

Study shows promising safety, patient outcomes data for MRI-guided adaptive radiation therapy to treat pancreatic cancer

by Henry Ford HealthA ViewRay MRIdian system at Henry Ford Health. Credit: Henry Ford HealthFindings from a recent prospective study show promising safety and patient outcomes data for locally advance

Study shows promising safety, patient outcomes data for MRI-guided adaptive radiation therapy to treat pancreatic cancer

by Henry Ford HealthA ViewRay MRIdian system at Henry Ford Health. Credit: Henry Ford HealthFindings from a recent prospective study show promising safety and patient outcomes data for locally advance