Korean scientists publish the latest results on colorectal cancer screening using the M2-PK test
12/22/2014
Scientists from the College of Medicine at the Catholic University of Korea havepublished newest data on the M2-PK test from a multi-center study of colorectal cancerscreening in the journal...
Stem cells born out of indecision
12/22/2014
This latest research by Joshua Brickman and his research team from Danish Stem Cell Center (Danstem) at the University of Copenhagen specifically found that inhibiting or blocking stem cells ability...
Beneficial function identified of endogenous retroviruses in immune response
12/22/2014
Retroviruses are best known for causing contagious scourges such as AIDS, or more sporadically, cancer.
Complex interactions between proteins Rbm38 and p53 govern tumor suppression and aging
12/22/2014
Scientists have long known the p53 protein suppresses tumors. However, a recent animal study by UC Davis researchers has uncovered a complicated relationship between p53 and another protein, Rbm38...
New cell culture technique paves the way for tailor-made cancer treatments
12/22/2014
In a development that could lead to a deeper understanding of cancer and better early-stage treatment of the disease, University of Michigan researchers have devised a reliable way to grow a certain...
Combining images and genetic data proves gene loss behind aggressive ovarian cancers
12/22/2014
Cancer Research UK scientists have shown that loss of a gene called PTEN triggers some cases of an aggressive form of ovarian cancer, called high-grade serous ovarian cancer, according to a study...
High-definition scopes accurately assess polyps
12/22/2014
It may not be necessary for experienced gastroenterologists to send polyps they remove from a patient's colon to a pathologist for examination, according to a large study conducted by physician...
Physical activity linked to lower death risk in men with localized prostate cancer
12/22/2014
Walking or cycling for at least 20 minutes a day could significantly reduce mortality risk for men with localized prostate cancer, according to a new study.
Laparoscopic surgery for bladder cancer leads to good long-term cancer control
12/22/2014
Long-term survival rates following laparoscopic surgery for bladder cancer are comparable to those of open surgery, according to a study published in BJU International.
A mystery of albinism unlocked
12/22/2014
A team led by Brown University biologists has discovered the way in which a specific genetic mutation appears to lead to the lack of melanin production underlying a form of albinism.