MD Anderson and ARTIDIS form strategic alliance to advance nanomechanical technology platform

Menin inhibitors emerge as new treatment for advanced AML

The world of cancer treatments continues to evolve, and for those diagnosed with blood cancers, a new option can be found in menin inhibitors—the latest form of targeted therapy in advanced acute leukemia.

November 22, 2024

Vol.50 No.44

By Ghayas Issa

Clinical Roundup

UVA Health tests focused ultrasound to increase immune response in melanoma

A research team at UVA Health is testing the ability of focused ultrasound to increase the immune response to immunotherapy in melanoma. UVA’s work with focused ultrasound already has led to life-changing new treatments for Parkinson’s disease and essential tremor and pushed the technology to the forefront of medical research.

November 22, 2024

Vol.50 No.44

In Brief

MD Anderson launches Institute for Cell Therapy Discovery & Innovation

The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center launched its Institute for Cell Therapy Discovery & Innovation.

November 15, 2024

Vol.50 No.43

Clinical Roundup

Combination immunotherapy + chemo is safe and effective for advanced small cell cancers in bladder and prostate

A research team led by UCLA Health Jonsson Comprehensive Cancer Center investigators has shown that combining pembrolizumab, an immunotherapy drug, with standard chemotherapy can improve treatment outcomes for patients with small cell bladder cancer and small cell/neuroendocrine prostate cancer.

November 15, 2024

Vol.50 No.43

Clinical Roundup

USC study identifies innate immune system protein as potential target for CRC immunotherapy

Researchers from the USC Norris Comprehensive Cancer Center found evidence that simultaneously targeting the innate and adaptive immune systems holds promise for treating aggressive colon cancer cases. The study has found evidence that targeting CD47, a protein that is part of the innate immune system, could be a key step in fighting colorectal cancer.

November 15, 2024

Vol.50 No.43

In Brief

Jennifer Bickel named vice president and chief wellness officer at MD Anderson

Jennifer Bickel has been named the inaugural vice president and chief wellness officer at the University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center. She will begin on Jan. 6, 2025.

November 08, 2024

Vol.50 No.42

MD Anderson and ARTIDIS form strategic alliance to advance nanomechanical technology platform

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