Full genetic architecture of RAS cancer gene mutations in human tumors uncovered

Malcolm V. Brock on his journey from Bermuda to Japan to the U.S. to England–and from Japanese studies to thoracic oncology
“When it gets down to brass tacks, relationships between each other, we’re all one.”

Malcolm V. Brock, director of Clinical and Translational Research in Thoracic Surgery at Johns Hopkins Kimmel Comprehensive Cancer Center, grew up in Bermuda. His father insisted that his children branch outside the small island—the country has a population of just over 60,000 people—and challenge themselves abroad.

February 20, 2026

Vol.52 No.07

By Malcolm V. Brock, Robert A. Winn and Preston Willett

Clinical Roundup

Exposure to pathogenic bacteria significantly increased SMOX activity, leading growth and metastasis of breast cancer, JHU-led study finds

Researchers at the Johns Hopkins Kimmel Cancer Center have discovered how certain pathogenic bacteria in gut and breast tissue can promote breast cancer development and progression by hijacking a key metabolic enzyme known as spermine oxidase.

February 20, 2026

Vol.52 No.07

Black History Month Cancer History Project

Olopade: “The genetic basis of every cancer, or everything we do, starts in Africa.”
For Black History Month, Olopade reflects on mentorship, community, and her career in cancer genetics

When Olufunmilayo I. “Funmi” Olopade was born, the most common Nigerian career aspirations were pastor or teacher. Olopade’s father, a pastor, thought differently. He wanted his children to be scientists, economists, and doctors.

February 13, 2026

Vol.52 No.06

By Olufunmilayo I. Olopade, Robert A. Winn and Preston Willett

In Brief

MSK launches MSK Care Partners to expand access to cancer care

Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center has launched Care Partners of Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center, an MSK initiative of healthcare organizations that are committed to working with MSK toward a shared goal of expanding access to integrated, subspecialized, high-quality cancer care and delivering the latest and most effective cancer treatments to their communities.

February 06, 2026

Vol.52 No.05

Clinical Roundup

Oral bacterium may promote breast cancer development and spread, Hopkins study finds

Researchers at the Johns Hopkins Kimmel Cancer Center and its Bloomberg~Kimmel Institute for Cancer Immunotherapy found that an oral bacterium commonly associated with periodontal disease can promote breast cancer initiation, tumor growth, and spread by inducing DNA damage and altering cancer cell behavior.

January 30, 2026

Vol.52 No.04

In Brief

Lucretia Gilbert appointed president and CEO of Ronald McDonald House NY

Ronald McDonald House New York announced the appointment of Lucretia Gilbert as its next president and CEO, effective Jan. 26.

January 23, 2026

Vol.52 No.03

Full genetic architecture of RAS cancer gene mutations in human tumors uncovered

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Full genetic architecture of RAS cancer gene mutations in human tumors uncovered

YOU MAY BE INTERESTED IN

Malcolm V. Brock on his journey from Bermuda to Japan to the U.S. to England–and from Japanese studies to thoracic oncology“When it gets down to brass tacks, relationships between each other, we’re all one.”

Exposure to pathogenic bacteria significantly increased SMOX activity, leading growth and metastasis of breast cancer, JHU-led study finds

Olopade: “The genetic basis of every cancer, or everything we do, starts in Africa.”For Black History Month, Olopade reflects on mentorship, community, and her career in cancer genetics

MSK launches MSK Care Partners to expand access to cancer care

Oral bacterium may promote breast cancer development and spread, Hopkins study finds

Lucretia Gilbert appointed president and CEO of Ronald McDonald House NY

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Malcolm V. Brock on his journey from Bermuda to Japan to the U.S. to England–and from Japanese studies to thoracic oncology
“When it gets down to brass tacks, relationships between each other, we’re all one.”

Olopade: “The genetic basis of every cancer, or everything we do, starts in Africa.”
For Black History Month, Olopade reflects on mentorship, community, and her career in cancer genetics