News that has caught Rachael Babin’s eye this week
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Acidic pH: The weakness of cancer cells
Cancer cells are known to acidify their environment and, consequently, the interior of the cells…
Lung cancer mortality rates among women projected to increase by over 40 percent by 2030
The global age-standardised lung cancer mortality rate among women is projected to increase by 43…
New finding could ‘pause and rewind’ lung cancer
A team of Institute researchers have discovered how to stop and reverse the growth of…
Dogs’ sensitive noses may be the key to early detection of lung cancer
Timothy Edwards, University of Waikato; Clare Browne, University of Waikato, and Michael Jameson We know…
Nowhere to hide: Molecular probe illuminates elusive cancer stem cells in live mice
After a primary tumour is treated, cancer stem cells may still lurk in the body,…
Smarter cancer treatment: AI tool automates radiation therapy planning
Beating cancer is a race against time. Developing radiation therapy plans – individualised maps that…
Link found between bitter-taste sensitivity and cancer risk
High bitter-taste sensitivity is associated with a significantly increased risk of cancer in older British…
Targeting tumours with nano-submarines
Scientists at the Mainz University Medical Center and the Max Planck Institute for Polymer Research…
The cause of prostate cancer progression to incurable stage has likely been uncovered
Researchers at the University of Oulu in Finland have discovered novel genes and mechanisms that…
UNSW researcher leads global initiative to develop training for end-of-life conversations
UNSW researcher Dr Ursula Sansom-Daly will lead a global team to develop a training program for…