Cancer News
UK tests first-ever customised mRNA vaccine for melanoma
BBC - 25-Apr-2024
Trial shows promising results for a potential cure, targeting individual cancer cells
Read more...Widespread PSA screening for prostate cancer may cause more harm than good
Independent - 08-Apr-2024
Test offers minimal benefit but risks overtreating slow-growing cancers
Read more...AI tool demonstrates potential to improve early breast cancer detection
BBC - 21-Mar-2024
In an NHS trial, the system successfully identified cancers missed by human doctors
Read more...New 3D imaging technique may replace invasive bowel cancer biopsies
Independent - 18-Mar-2024
It may improvepatient outcomes and advance personalised cancer treatment
Read more...Robotic surgeon accurately removes cancerous tumors, exceeding human ability
Johns Hopkins University (JHU) - 27-Feb-2024
ASTR to revolutionize cancer treatment with unmatched precision & minimal tissue loss
Read more...A new way to understand ageing by looking at how DNA is organized in our cells
Live Forever Club - 21-Feb-2024
The approach may lead to earlier disease detection & better treatments
Read more...A new AI tool called Pi helps spot prostate cancer in MRI scans
Independent - 12-Feb-2024
Pi's accuracy might save healthcare costs and free up resources
Read more...AI can predict how early breast cancer patients might respond to their treatments
Durham University - 09-Feb-2024
This could lead to more personalised treatment plans and better outcomes
Read more...Good news for smokers: Stopping, no matter your age, cuts your risk of cancer
The Guardian - 07-Feb-2024
Research shows 57% reduction in lung cancer risk for those who quit before 50
Read more...Bowel cancer on the rise in young adults: Blame the lifestyle
Independent - 29-Jan-2024
Linked to unhealthy habits like smoking, drinking, and eating too much red meat
Read more...Imugene Ltd's new vaccine enters trials for early bowel cancer
Independent - 26-Jan-2024
Patients will receive three doses of the vaccine before surgery
Read more...CERN software BioDynaMo predicts how your cancer will respond to a treatment
CERN - 16-Jan-2024
Technology offers a glimpse into the future of personalised cancer care
Read more...Radiotherapeutic self-propelled nanobots shrink bladder tumors 90% in mice
GEN News - 15-Jan-2024
New, more efficient approach for personalized bladder cancer treatment
Read more...Genomes of 13,000 UK patients decoded, marking the dawn of precision oncology
BBC - 11-Jan-2024
Provides oncologists with a precise tumor genetic map for selecting treatments
Read more...A novel blood test utilizes protein analysis for early detection of 18 cancers
The Guardian - 09-Jan-2024
Test reported high sensitivity and specificity, better than other similar assays
Read more...Bioengineered immune cells craft their own weapon against cancer
New Atlas - 08-Jan-2024
CAR T cells are modified to produce interleukin-10, a molecule defeating various cancers
Read more...Tiny molecule found in meat may hold key to gentler prostate cancer treatment
Independent - 01-Jan-2024
Carnosine, a molecule also produced by the body, has shown impressive abilities
Read more...3 million people tested for cancer in England, will it save lives?
BBC - 31-Dec-2023
Progress with early detection, but treatment delays and funding pressures demand urgent attention
Read more...Vibrating dyes nicknamed "molecular jackhammers" smash apart tumour membranes
GEN News - 20-Dec-2023
A novel way to beat cancer in the lab showing promise in mice
Read more...Cancer Research UK manifesto to avoid 20,000 cancer deaths
BBC - 27-Nov-2023
Bold plan needed to fix NHS, boost research, and end preventable deaths
Read more...A fatty acid in beef and milk could be used to treat cancer
New Scientist - 22-Nov-2023
The acid eliminates tumours by activating immune cells to combat cancerous cells
Read more...Oncomagnetic device harnesses electromagnetic fields to kill cancer cells
Live Forever Club - 20-Nov-2023
Device uses non-invasive magnetic fields to increase ROS levels in cancer cells
Read more...Researchers used artificial intelligence to treat cancer and ageing
Drug Discovery World (DDW) - 16-Nov-2023
KDM1A emerged as dual-action therapeutic target for both
Read more...High-income countries like the UK projected to see 50% increase in cancer cases
Independent - 16-Nov-2023
Smoking tobacco alone results in a loss of at least 20.8 million years of life
Read more...England sets ambitious goal to eliminate cervical cancer by 2040
BBC - 15-Nov-2023
Increased vaccination and improved screening are key to achieving the target
Read more...Bionic breast project restores touch and sensibility for mastectomy survivors
The University of Chicago - 07-Nov-2023
Restoring touch and confidence with a revolutionary medical breakthrough
Read more...New drug offers hope for thousands of women at risk of breast cancer
BBC - 06-Nov-2023
Anastrozole could prevent risk of disease by 50% among eligible women in England
Read more...Sunscreen may not be protecting us from skin cancer as well as we thought
Independent - 30-Oct-2023
Scientists call for new interventions to promote effective sun protection
Read more...Women living and working in polluted areas are at a higher risk of breast cancer
European Society For Medical Oncology (ESMO) - 17-Oct-2023
PM2.5 particles can penetrate deep into tissues and promote cancer growth
Read more...New 'miracle' drug cures bowel cancer with minimal side effects
BBC - 05-Oct-2023
Dostarlimab with 100% success rate in early trials offers hope for bowel cancer patients
Read more...Calico and AbbVie discover potential first-in-class cancer immunotherapy
Calico - 04-Oct-2023
ABBV-CLS-484 enhances anti-tumor immunity and is currently in clinical trials
Read more...Sensor-powered robot could detect breast cancer lumps at greater depths
Independent - 03-Oct-2023
Device uses sensor technology to apply human-like forces with precision
Read more...Rice researchers awarded $45M to develop cancer implant that could save millions
Rice University - 26-Sep-2023
Implant continuously monitors cancer and adjusts immunotherapy dose in real time
Read more...New clinical trial to benefit rare cancer patients in Scotland
Independent - 03-Sep-2023
The trial could help to match right treatment to people with rare cancers
Read more...Antioxidants may not be as beneficial for cancer patients as previously thought
Karolinska Institutet - 31-Aug-2023
Study in mice finds that antioxidants stimulate the growth of cancer tumours
Read more...Cancer cells turned back into muscle cells by CSHL scientists
Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory (CSH) - 28-Aug-2023
New treatment for a paediatric cancer (rhabdomyosarcoma) could save lives
Read more...Vitamin D supplements may help prevent 15% of cancer-related deaths
Independent - 15-Aug-2023
Low vitamin D was mainly linked to high mortality risk from stomach, prostate, bowel, and lung cancers
Read more...Royal Brompton and St Bartholomew’s Hospitals now offer robot-assisted lung biopsies
Independent - 07-Aug-2023
Highly precise shape-sensing technology to help clinicians diagnose & treat lung cancer at early-stage
Read more...Breakthrough liquid metal nanoparticles to fight cancer with light and immunity
AZoNano - 07-Aug-2023
Gallium-based particles synthesized to heat with light and help immune system to kill cancer cells
Read more...Novel cancer-killing pill wipes out tumor cells, leaving healthy cells unharmed
Independent - 02-Aug-2023
Experimental drug enters phase 1 human trials - offers hope for personalized and targeted cancer therapy
Read more...AI spots breast cancer as good as two radiologists
BBC - 02-Aug-2023
Use of AI supported screening can help reduce workloads and patient wait times
Read more...Superior killer T-cells hold promise in remission and clearance of cancer
Cardiff University - 24-Jul-2023
Multipronged T-cells recognize multiple target proteins and attack cancer in many ways
Read more...Mechanical nanosurgery, a novel treatment option for glioblastoma
Nano Magazine - 21-Jul-2023
Magnetically guided nanotubes effectively killed cancer cells in mice
Read more...J&J extends $30m deal with Nanobiotix for global co-development of radioenhancer
FierceBiotech - 10-Jul-2023
NBTXR3 to enhance the effect of immunotherapies; plans for phase 3 trial in head and neck cancer
Read more...Lifetime healthy body weight may lower your risk of cancer
Independent - 06-Jul-2023
Overweight and obese is linked to developing 18 cancer types - early prevention is the key
Read more...AI boosts speed, precision and safety in cancer radiotherapy - available at cost price to the NHS
BBC - 27-Jun-2023
Groundbreaking InnerEye AI, developed by Addenbrooke's Hospital and Microsoft, revolutionises radiotherapy planning
Read more...Galleri blood test: a step closer to early cancer detection
BBC - 02-Jun-2023
Offers promising results in the detection, and original site, of over 50 types of cancer in major NHS study
Read more...AI model shows promise in speeding up cancer detection and diagnosis
The Guardian - 30-Apr-2023
Potential to fast-track patients to treatment and streamline CT scan analysis
Read more...Groundbreaking vaccines for cancer, cardiovascular, and autoimmune diseases could be ready by 2030
The Guardian - 08-Apr-2023
Covid-19 pushed through a decade's research and testing into a year, results of which could have much wider impact
Read more...Cancer in the young: A global trend raising alarms and spurring research
New Scientist - 29-Mar-2023
From diet to lifestyle, experts explore potential culprits behind this worrying trend
Read more...Reprogrammed tumour cells to be used as therapeutic cancer vaccine for treating cancer
Stanford School of Medicine - 01-Mar-2023
T cells are trained to recognize cancer antigens, which attack the cancer cells when reintroduced into the body
Read more...Newer diagnostic techniques reduced unnecessary harm in prostate cancer testing
Independent - 23-Feb-2023
67% fewer men experienced risks of screening with advanced diagnostic techniques
Read more...New fingerprint technology detects breast cancer with high accuracy
Sheffield Hallam University - 20-Feb-2023
Painless, quick, and non-invasive method to potentially transform breast cancer screening
Read more...Uncovering the Secrets of Cancer Resistance in the Naked Mole-Rat
Live Forever Club - 17-Feb-2023
Study identifies biological mechanisms including efficient DNA repair, no thymic involution and dampened inflammatory response
Read more...A simple urine-testing device identifies brain cancer, new study finds
Nanomedicine - 07-Feb-2023
Advancements could enable early detection of various cancers via membrane proteins in urine
Read more...Ultra-processed foods effect overall health, may increase risk for cancer
Independent - 01-Feb-2023
Studies also link UPFs with heart disease, obesity, type 2 diabetes besides cancer
Read more...iKnife can diagnose endometrial cancer within seconds, paves way for new diagnostic pathways
The Guardian - 03-Jan-2023
Getting diagnosis within seconds could enable women confirmed to have cancer start treatment sooner
Read more...Overcoming the odds of bile duct cancer with experimental immunotherapy
BBC - 30-Dec-2022
A 51-year-old patient in trial is now cancer-free with immunotherapy drug and chemotherapy
Read more...New mRNA vaccines personalized for each patient to fight cancer
BBC - 13-Dec-2022
Phase IIb trial on skin cancer showed positive results, with 44% lower risk of death
Read more...Therapeutic applications of base editing clears girl's leukemia
BBC - 11-Dec-2022
Base editing can soon be a part in taking control of our genomes to fight genetic diseases
Read more...NR supplementation affects cancer dynamics-makes tumours more aggressive in mice
Lifespan.io (LEAF) - 22-Nov-2022
NR fuels the energy levels of both cancer cells and cancer-fighting cells according to the study
Read more...CRISPR gene-editing technology boosts cancer-fighting immune cells
BBC - 11-Nov-2022
Personalized T-cell therapy for untreatable cancers - further studies needed to test the dose and effectiveness
Read more...Researchers found a missing genetic link that helps melanoma cells defeat mortality
EurekAlert! - 10-Nov-2022
Mutations in a telomere binding protein provide a new approach to treat melanoma and other cancers
Read more...Scientists unveil role of genomic 'dark matter' in cancer detection and treatment
BBC - 27-Oct-2022
Early but promising finding that epigenetic changes alter the growth of cancer cells
Read more...Genetically modified virus killed cancer cells in early human trials
BBC - 23-Sep-2022
Weakened form of herpes virus showed promising results for various advanced cancers
Read more...Understanding air pollution cancer would lead to a new era of molecular cancer prevention
BBC - 10-Sep-2022
Mutations alone are not always enough for tumour formation
Read more...Pharmashots interviews Laurent Levy about cancer-killing radiotherapy enhancers
Pharmashots - 10-Aug-2022
NBTXR3 might give hope to patients who are ineligible for certain chemotheraphy
Read more...Screen cell-nanoparticle interactions adopted in targeting cancer cells
Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) - 21-Jul-2022
Clarity on cell particle interaction and particle uptake, for specific cancer types
Read more...NHS Cancer Programme plans rollouts of 1 million tests for use, in 2024
NHS England - 18-Jul-2022
Utilising new technologies and tests to detect and diagnose cancer at early stages
Read more...Death in men due to melanoma comparatively double, compared to women
The Guardian - 15-Jul-2022
High death rates in men due to skin cancer point out the need of sun safety
Read more...Magnet-controlled bacteria fights cancer without causing pain
Phys.org - 15-Jul-2022
Bacterial microrobots activate immune response and release drugs directly at desired tumor sites
Read more...Exposure to meat product additives increases the risk of colorectal cancer
Independent - 13-Jul-2022
Nitrites and nitrates as preservatives in cold cuts linked to colon cancer
Read more...Cyborg locust brains can help spot the signs of human cancer in the lab
MIT Technology Review - 21-Jun-2022
The insects’ antennae are the most important for detecting cancer
Read more...Nanomachines exerts mechanical movements to exclusively target cancer cells
SciTechDaily - 16-Jun-2022
Latch recognises low pH environment around cancer cells for penetration
Read more...Senolytics may abate accelerated aging of cancer patients as seen in mice
Lifespan.io (LEAF) - 06-Jun-2022
Radiation-induced damage may lessen by removing senescent cells but senolytics may not reverse the damage
Read more...Smartphones are soon to be upgraded as a skin cancer diagnostic tool in UK
pharmaphorum - 29-Apr-2022
AI based-DERM could speed up diagnosis by replacing dermatology appointments
Read more...Screening for DPYD variants can enable personalised chemotherapy treatment
Nuffield Department of Population Health - 27-Apr-2022
Chemotherapy treats patients but the lethal effect could be gotten down by preliminary testing
Read more...Mutational signatures- a step closes to personalised cancer treatment
BBC - 21-Apr-2022
Instead of caterogising cancer based on the effected body part or type, whole-genome sequencing could be more practical
Read more...Study shows link between obesity and womb cancer in women
The Guardian - 19-Apr-2022
Genetic analysis could show how being obese could increase the risk of endometrial cancer
Read more...A wonder drug for the treatment of advanced bowel cancer patients
BBC - 28-Mar-2022
Experimental gene therapy shrunk tumor size by 50% within three months
Read more...A breakthrough genetic test in the UK offers personalised treatments for incurable cancers
The Guardian - 31-Jan-2022
Identifying faulty genes and matching cancer patients to potential experimential therapies
Read more...New blood test accurately detects cancer in patients with early symptoms
Guardian - 05-Jan-2022
Game changer in cancer treatment by improving early access to drugs and thereby survival rates
Read more...Mayo Clinic is excited to collaborate with NaNotics for cancer treatment
Business Wire - 04-Jan-2022
Ultra-low toxicity NaNots could have a wide variety of applications
Read more...The new NanoKnife is a game-changer for treating Prostate cancer
WalesOnline - 03-Jan-2022
Electric current damages the cell membranes of the cancerous cells
Read more...Biosplice dosed first patient with cirtuvivint in phase 1 clinical trial
Global News - 17-Nov-2021
Evaluates the safety and anti-tumor efficacy of oral cirtuvivint in cancer patients
Read more...Blind mole rats use junk DNA to trigger self-destruction of cancer cells
The Scientist - 30-Sep-2021
Retrotransposons activate immune response against precancerous cells - may have implications in humans
Read more...Technology to create virtual tumours and treat them with AI-designed nanoparticles
Nano Magazine - 22-Sep-2021
Virtual cancer tumours can be grown and we can design personalised nanoparticles to treat them
Read more...EVONANO platform makes virtual tumour growth and drug design possible
University of Bristol - 22-Sep-2021
AI-powered software can be an alternative for expensive and extensive lab work
Read more...AstraZeneca announces 72% risk reduction in death or progression with novel breast cancer drug
Independent - 19-Sep-2021
Enhertu improved overall survival rate in breast cancer patients
Read more...World's first 3D scanner for remote and early detection of skin cancer
University of Queensland - 13-Sep-2021
People in Queensland can sign up to partake in the screening trial at Brisbane
Read more...BioNTech begins human trials for mRNA therapy targeting colon cancer and melanoma
Lifespan.io (LEAF) - 10-Sep-2021
mRNA cocktail treatment shows anti-tumor effect without toxic side effects in mice
Read more...FDA warns robotic surgery for breast cancer is unproven and could pose health risks
pharmaphorum - 22-Aug-2021
Prior study approval and monitoring long-term outcomes are needed to ensure patient's safety
Read more...A real tumour printed from patient's own cells to predict best cancer therapies
Irish Times - 18-Aug-2021
Overcomes a long trial and error process and accelerates personalized treatment
Read more...Image-based prediction of skin cancer clinical management decisions by AI
Massive Science - 15-Aug-2021
Deep learning could improve diagnosis of non-white skin lesions if trained correctly
Read more...AbbVie and Calico extends their collab up to 2025 with a $1 billion deal
FierceBiotech - 27-Jul-2021
Supports ageing research and advancing early-stage projects to phase 2 trials over the next decade
Read more...Galapagos giant tortoises kill damaged cells to resist cancer and ageing
New Scientist - 20-Jul-2021
Large, long living animals offer insights on natural ways of cancer resistance
Read more...New urine test detects cancer cells and their location using nanoparticles
Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) - 15-Jul-2021
Screening cancers non-invasively; shows safety in phase 1 trials
Read more...A more comfortable breast cancer diagnosis tool begins trials in UK
Guardian - 09-Jul-2021
Provides early diagnosis in younger women, eliminating pain and discomfort
Read more...AI outperforms radiologists detecting early signs of prostate cancer in CT scans
Medgadget - 08-Jul-2021
Latest AI platform developed to improve diagnostic accuracy of prostate cancer
Read more...Cancer death rates in US record major drop, according to latest health report
STAT - 08-Jul-2021
Improved survival rates for lung and skin cancer, thanks to new FDA approved therapies
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