BMS joins with cancer research institutions to advance science of immuno-oncology
Wed, 30 May 2012 01:15:01 -0700

Immuno-oncology focuses on the potential of body's own immune system to fight cancer . Along with BMS, II-ON is comprised of ten cancer -research institutions including Clinica Universidad Navarra, Pamplona, Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, ...

Asian Cancer Research Group and BGI Report Findings from Genomics Research on ...
Tue, 29 May 2012 06:03:45 -0700

SHENZHEN, China, May 29, 2012 /PRNewswire via COMTEX/ -- The Asian Cancer Research Group (ACRG)--an independent, not-for-profit company established by Eli Lilly and Company, Merck (known as MSD outside the United States and Canada) and Pfizer Inc.--in ...

Cellular Particles Fuse with Organs Establishing an Environment Ripe for the ...
Tue, 29 May 2012 09:33:21 -0700

This cellular material fuses with these organs and establishes an environment ripe for spreading tumor cells. These dangerous cancer exosomes have many effects, the researchers say, such as triggering inflammation, promoting leaky blood vessels and ...

World's largest release of comprehensive human cancer genome data helps speed ...
Tue, 29 May 2012 09:16:03 -0700

To speed progress against cancer and other diseases, the St. Jude Children's Research Hospital Washington University Pediatric Cancer Genome Project today announced the largest-ever release of comprehensive human cancer genome data for free access by ...

Healthy people being harmed by over-diagnosis
Tue, 29 May 2012 15:30:53 -0700

Healthy people are being harmed by routine over-diagnosis of breast cancer and osteoporosis, experts have warned. By Nick Collins, Science Correspondent Improvements in medical technology and the broadening definition of what constitutes disease mean ...

Immunovaccine to Present Clinical Data on its DPX-0907 Cancer Vaccine at the ...
Tue, 29 May 2012 05:32:29 -0700

Abstract A novel therapeutic cancer vaccine formulation DPX-0907 induces #2588: multifunctional T cell responses in ovarian, breast and prostate cancer patients. Marc Mansour, Ph.D; Immunovaccine's Chief Science Officer Poster Board #7E, ...

Foundation Medicine Launches Foundation One(TM)
Wed, 30 May 2012 03:30:56 -0700

CAMBRIDGE, Mass., May 30, 2012 (Business wire) -- Foundation Medicine announced today the commercial launch of Foundation One(TM), the first pan- cancer , fully informative genomic profile designed to help oncologists expand their patients' treatment ...

Using digital collaboration to help beat cancer
Sun, 27 May 2012 22:30:43 -0700

"Imagine a world where 1000s of people playing a simple game-based app on their smartphones or social networks or computers were at the same time analysing data and helping to beat cancer . Think Citizen Science meets Angry Birds.

Children Exposed to the Common Pollutant Naphthalene Show Signs of Chromosomal ...
Tue, 29 May 2012 10:03:14 -0700

Science Daily (May 29, 2012) According to a new study, children exposed to high levels of the common air pollutant naphthalene are at increased risk for chromosomal aberrations (CAs), which have been previously associated with cancer .

Logistics Hang Over a Ruling on 9/11 Cancer
Mon, 28 May 2012 18:18:02 -0700

About five years ago, Patricia Workman's bones started breaking, and she was found to have multiple myeloma, a cancer of the bone marrow. At the same time, her skin cancer started to proliferate, leaving her face so scarred that she needed ...

To tan or not to tan?
Tue, 29 May 2012 04:03:12 -0700

By Jenny Staletovich People have never been more aware of sunscreen, but they still claim skin cancer rates are rising and they blame it on indoor tanning. They do this with nothing more than speculation, said John Overstreet, ...

Governor's School students head to science fair
Tue, 29 May 2012 21:11:18 -0700

The tomato plants are part of his science fair project at Roanoke Valley Governor's School, where he is enrolled half a day in advanced math and science classes. "I removed DDT, a hazardous pesticide known to cause cancer and birth defects," O'Brochta ...

Scientists, doctors use snake robots for surgery, rescues, and exploration
Mon, 28 May 2012 23:33:21 -0700

It's not science fiction. Scientists and doctors are using the creeping metallic tools to perform surgery on hearts, prostate cancer , and other diseased organs. The snakebots carry tiny cameras, scissors and forceps, and even more advanced sensors are ...

Research Shows Why Leukemia May Return After Chemo
Tue, 29 May 2012 21:13:07 -0700

Newswise The fight against cancer is not won in a single battle: long after a cancer has been beaten into remission, it can return. The reason for this is under debate, and much is unclear. New research led by Weizmann Institute scientists shows ...

Engineered 3-D Microvessels Provide Better Way To Study Disease
Wed, 30 May 2012 05:10:21 -0700

The system also shows promise as a model for tumor progression. Cancer begins as a hard tumor but secretes chemicals that cause nearby vessels to bulge and then sprout. Eventually tumor cells use these blood vessels to penetrate the bloodstream and ...

$195000 Awarded for Nine Innovative Prostate Cancer Research Programs-2012 ...
Tue, 29 May 2012 05:34:10 -0700

Dr. Fabio Cury of Mc Gill University and advisory group chair, explains, "The ACURA Award program provides a unique and highly valued source of seed funding for basic science , translational, clinical and population-based prostate cancer research.

Laurie Sapp to receive 'New Volunteer' award from Komen Foundation
Tue, 29 May 2012 09:59:26 -0700

Komen Houston has honored outstanding individuals, corporations and community partners who make an impact in the Houston community to save lives and end breast cancer forever at their annual Impact Awards Luncheon. This year marks Komen Houston's 22nd ...

Bread and Brain Cancer
Tue, 29 May 2012 02:45:40 -0700

One of the most important parts of medical science in pregnancy has been showing the effects of the maternal environment on the developing child. Folic acid, now found in nearly every type of grain product, is one of the most important nutrients for ...

Colon cancer is preventable
Tue, 29 May 2012 06:44:16 -0700

This lags far behind the 80 percent rate for breast cancer testing. What are the known risk factors for colon cancer ? Colon cancer results from complex interactions between genes, the environment , and lifestyle factors. 1. Personal or family history: A ...

John Theurer Cancer Center presents significant blood cancer research at 2012 ...
Tue, 29 May 2012 10:27:08 -0700

Physicians and researchers at John Theurer Cancer Center at Hackensack UMC, one of the nation's top 50 cancer centers, will present the latest findings in blood- cancer research at the 2012 American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO) annual meeting in ...