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The benefits of anti-CD69 antibodies for future cancer therapies
CD8+ T cells, a vital component of the immune system that provides immunity against cancer, have…
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Targeting GITR in cancer immunotherapy – there is no perfect knowledge
A new research perspective was published in Oncotarget’s Volume 14 on June 19, 2023, entitled, “Targeting GITR in cancer…
DNA test could broaden access to cervical cancer screening
Rice University bioengineers have demonstrated a low-cost, point-of-care DNA test for HPV infections that could make…
A programme that looks for the most effective drugs for each patient’s cancer helps to personalise cancer treatments
‘Precision’ medicine seeks to adapt treatments to the characteristics of each patient. Genome studies are…
The use of genomic sequencing panels to personalise cancer treatment is beneficial in only 5% of the patients in whom they are currently used
In recent years, the use of genomic sequencing panels in cancer treatment has become widespread.…
Ovarian cancer study identifies key genes for potential treatments
New research is increasing our understanding about why some women with the most lethal form…
A summer’s day won’t foul posted bowel cancer screening tests
The effectiveness of Australia’s acclaimed bowel cancer screening tests won’t be adversely compromised if samples…
Researchers reveal mechanism of protection against breast and ovarian cancer
In a new paper published in Nature, researchers at the Francis Crick Institute, UK, have outlined…
Immunotherapy for blood cancer: Remote destruction of tumour cells demonstrated
The aim of immunotherapy strategies is to use cells in the patient’s own immune system…
Study identifies potential treatment target for prostate cancer resistant to hormone therapy
Prostate cancer is the most-commonly diagnosed malignancy and the second leading cause of cancer death…