Alessio Pigazzi named executive medical director of colorectal surgery at City of Hope Orange County

Harnessing big data and AI to combat colorectal cancer

In the rapidly evolving field of oncology, the integration of big data and artificial intelligence is revolutionizing our approach to cancer research and treatment. The future of precision oncology requires integrating computational approaches with clinical practice.

May 23, 2025

Vol.51 No.20

By Enrique Velazquez Villarreal

City of Hope research showcases innovation at 2025 AACR annual meeting

City of Hope researchers at AACR.City of Hope presented more than 74 sessions at this year’s American Association for Cancer Research Annual Meeting in Chicago, highlighting breakthroughs in diagnostics, treatment options and AI-powered precision medicine.

City of Hope opens largest outpatient cancer center in its national system

City of Hope opened its largest outpatient facility among its network of 38 U.S. locations—Hope Plaza.

May 16, 2025

Vol.51 No.19

Clinical Roundup

Shorter radiation therapy after prostate surgery safe, UCLA study finds

For men who undergo a radical prostatectomy for the treatment of prostate cancer, post-surgery radiation therapy can play a vital role in reducing the risk of recurrence.

May 16, 2025

Vol.51 No.19

Rewriting the rules of cancer treatment one nanobody at a time

I joined Translational Genomics Research Institute, part of City of Hope, late last year to launch the Center for Accelerated Nanotherapeutics.

Walter Lawrence Jr.: “The National Cancer Act really gave us a lot of enthusiasm about the future.”

As the Trump administration reshapes the cancer research enterprise that was built on the foundation of the National Cancer Act of 1971, the Cancer History Project presents an eyewitness account of the impact of this landmark law.

May 09, 2025

Vol.51 No.18

By Katie Goldberg