Cancer News
Harnessing light to target cancer cells’ energy centers
Genetic Engineering & Biotechnology News (GEN) - 13-Dec-2024
Revolutionary gene therapy disables cancer cells’ mitochondria, sparing healthy tissue
Read more...AI-powered laser test detects breast cancer at earliest stage
Sky News - 11-Dec-2024
It identifies subtle blood changes and distinguishes cancer subtypes
Read more...Springy synthetic cells supercharge T-cell immune response
UCLA Samueli School Of Engineering - 25-Nov-2024
UCLA unveils viscoelastic antigen mimics to boost immunity and fight cancer
Read more...Senescence halts cell division but can promote inflammation, aiding cancer growth
Live Forever Club - 24-Nov-2024
Therapies targeting senescence cells show promise for controlling cancer progression
Read more...New multi-action antibody shows promise in targeted cancer therapy
Uppsala University - 12-Nov-2024
Targeted drug delivery and immune boost for personalized cancer therapy
Read more...NHS brings lung cancer screening to local places like supermarkets
BBC - 08-Nov-2024
Experts believe expanding this initiative could help save more lives
Read more...AI innovation accelerates lung cancer diagnosis across Greater Manchester
Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust - 06-Nov-2024
New tech at NHS trusts speeds up cancer detection in high-risk areas
Read more...New drug trial aims to reduce cancer treatment resistance
The Guardian - 06-Nov-2024
In trials on mice, the drug reduced tumors, promising new cancer treatments
Read more...Genetic testing offers hope for safer cancer treatments
Genomics England - 04-Nov-2024
Tailored drug dosing could reduce harmful reactions for cancer patients
Read more...Mapping the evolution of cancer: insights from the Human Tumor Atlas Network
New Scientist - 30-Oct-2024
Unravelling tumour dynamics to enhance cancer treatment
Read more...Breakthrough radioactive therapy shrinks aggressive brain tumour
BBC - 29-Oct-2024
A new trial offers hope for glioblastoma patients as innovative treatment yields significant results
Read more...Diet quality linked to slower prostate cancer progression
Johns Hopkins Medicine - 17-Oct-2024
Study suggests a healthy diet may reduce the risk of cancer advancing during active surveillance
Read more...Wearable cancer device kills lung cancer cells with electrical fields
MedCity News - 16-Oct-2024
The technology extends survival for some patients by 3.3 months
Read more...Harnessing the power of IMANs: LifT Bio secures G-Rex® grant for innovative cancer therapy
LIfT BioSciences - 09-Oct-2024
New funding accelerates the development of a novel neutrophil-based solid tumour treatment
Read more...Breakthrough blood test: government invests in early cancer detection
The Guardian - 05-Oct-2024
Innovative £120 test could identify 12 common cancers, revolutionizing patient care and saving lives
Read more...New drug combination delays lung cancer progression in major breakthrough
The Guardian - 04-Oct-2024
Clinical trial shows treatment extends survival for patients with advanced lung cancer by over 40%
Read more...New ovarian cancer vaccine research receives major funding
BBC - 04-Oct-2024
Scientists aim to harness the immune system to fight cancer in its earliest stages
Read more...Oral bacteria linked to higher risk of head and neck cancer
NYU Langone Health - 26-Sep-2024
New research highlights the role of gum disease-related microbes in increasing cancer susceptibility
Read more...Surprising reveal: Mobile phones don’t raise cancer risk after all
The Guardian - 03-Sep-2024
Findings cover brain and head cancers, hinting mobile phones might be safe
Read more...Revolutionary dry blood test offers faster, more accurate prostate cancer detection
Independent - 02-Sep-2024
Aston university creates a non-invasive test that detects prostate cancer in minutes
Read more...Lab-grown blood stem cells: A game-changer for cancer treatment
New Scientist - 02-Sep-2024
New stem cell breakthrough offers personalized cancer treatment with less rejection risk
Read more...Breakthrough DNA repair protein could revolutionize cancer treatments
ScienceAlert - 26-Aug-2024
Newly discovered protein may lead to cancer vaccines and advanced DNA repair
Read more...Vaccine trial in the UK begins a new era in lung cancer treatment
BBC - 23-Aug-2024
New mRNA-based vaccine takes center stage in promising lung cancer care
Read more...AI in UK hospitals helps detect more pre-cancerous lesions during colonoscopies
BBC - 22-Aug-2024
This has led to better early cancer detection and improved patient care
Read more...AI tool may predict bowel cancer recurrence and influence chemotherapy decisions
Independent - 31-Jul-2024
Researchers developed a "CD3 Score" to measure immune cell levels in tumours
Read more...AI doctor's assistant speeds up cancer detection in England by 8%
The Guardian - 21-Jul-2024
C the Signs spots hidden patterns in patient records, leading to faster and early cancer diagnoses
Read more...Shape-shifting nanorobots selectively clear cancer cells in mice
BioTechniques - 08-Jul-2024
The system works by being activated in acidic tumour environments
Read more...Artificial lymph node activates immune cells and boosts cancer treatment in mice
Johns Hopkins Medicine - 06-Jun-2024
This approach is a simpler alternative to existing cell therapies for cancer
Read more...New immunotherapy shows promise in treating bone cancer in mice
Independent - 29-May-2024
The treatment was most effective when combined with a bone-strengthening drug
Read more...UK melanoma skin cancer cases hit record high, primarily due to sun exposure
BBC - 26-May-2024
Nearly 90% of cases are preventable, linked to excessive UV radiation
Read more...Proteins in blood may predict cancer risk years in advance
Oxford Population Health - 15-May-2024
Research holds the key for early detection and prevention of cancer
Read more...At-home blood testing device approved for cancer patients in the UK
BBC - 10-May-2024
Greater convenience for patients and could potentially reduce NHS costs
Read more...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...Fewer people are dying from cancer, but more people are getting it
Independent - 13-Mar-2024
Prostate, breast, liver, and kidney cancers are driving this increase
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...WHO now classifies PFOA, a common water pollutant, as a cancer-causing substance
The Guardian - 01-Dec-2023
Calls for stricter UK regulations arise, as other regions impose lower PFAS limits
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...Ultraprocessed foods linked to higher cancer risk
CNN - 22-Nov-2023
Study links higher ultraprocessed food intake to a 23-24% increased risk of digestive cancers
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...New immunotherapy shows promise in fighting resistant pancreatic cancer
Labiotech - 04-May-2023
IMAN therapy targets tumours and activates the immune system against tough-to-treat cancers
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...New breast cancer drug offers hope for thousands: extends life and reduces tumors
Independent - 08-Dec-2022
Capivasertib could become a game-changer for advanced breast cancer patients
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...New study warns of potential cancer risks from popular vitamin B3 supplement
University of Missouri (Mizzou) - 18-Nov-2022
Research reveals that nicotinamide riboside (NR) may fuel cancer spread
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...Novocure received European approval for its Tumor Treating Fields therapy
FierceBiotech - 11-Nov-2022
This expansion follows earlier FDA approval in the U.S. With financing from JPMorgan
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