cancer
How an AI tool predicts responses to cancer treatment
Posted in Medicine on 3rd Apr, 2021
by Alex Muller
This will aid the oncologist and patient in making informed decisions regarding treatment options, lines of therapy, potential combination treatments, and participation in clinical trials.
The fraction of cancer attributable to modifiable risk factors in the UK in 2015
Posted in Medicine on 3rd Apr, 2021
by Alex Muller
Tobacco and obesity remain the top contributors of attributable cancer cases.
Brain cancer vaccine passes first phase of human trials
Posted in Medicine on 2nd Apr, 2021
by Alex Muller
A further phase 1 trial is already underway combining the experimental vaccine with checkpoint inhibitor immunotherapy, which is known to enhance immune system activity. The hope is the combination treatment will amplify immune responses.
Adapting Immunotherapy solutions to fight fungal infections
Posted in Medicine on 6th Mar, 2021
by Alex Muller
Progress in cancer immunotherapy is showing a lot of promise in other areas of medicine.
PICI awards $3 million to support early career cancer researchers
Posted in Business, Medicine on 4th Mar, 2021
by Alex Muller
The awardees, officially announced today, are now empowered to advance their boldest ideas thanks to almost $3 million in support.