Multi-gene test could help spot breast cancer patients most at risk
A new test has the potential to help physicians identify patients with the most lethal forms of triple-negative breast cancer, a disease which requires aggressive and innovative treatment. The test,...
View ArticleJanet Rowley, cancer genetics pioneer, 1925-2013
Update: A memorial service will be held for Prof. Janet Rowley at 3 p.m. Sunday, March 30 at Rockefeller Memorial Chapel. A reception will follow at 4:30 p.m. at the Quadrangle Club. A pioneer in...
View ArticleUniversity of Chicago to share in $540 million gift from Ludwig Cancer Research
Cancer researchers at the University of Chicago and five other leading institutions will share equally in a $540 million gift from Ludwig Cancer Research, on behalf of its founder Daniel K. Ludwig....
View ArticleFragmented sleep accelerates cancer growth
Poor-quality sleep marked by frequent awakenings can speed cancer growth, increase tumor aggressiveness and dampen the immune system’s ability to control or eradicate early cancers, according to a new...
View ArticleUniversity of Chicago chosen as a center for new cancer clinical trials network
A team from the University of Chicago Medicine Comprehensive Cancer Center has received a five-year, $3.9 million award from the National Cancer Institute to serve as a Lead Academic Participating Site...
View ArticleShutsung Liao, biochemist who studied role of hormones in prostate cancer,...
A pioneer in understanding the biochemistry of male hormones and their receptors and how they influenced the development and progression of prostate cancer, Shutsung Liao, PhD’61, professor emeritus in...
View ArticleCardinal George testing new cancer drug
Cardinal Francis George to undergo advanced cancer treatment at University of Chicago Medicine
View ArticleResearcher Urges Wider Genetic Screening For Breast Cancer
Prof. Olufunmilayo Olopade discusses effect of genetic mutations on cancer risk
View ArticleHighly effective new anti-cancer drug shows few side effects—in mice
A new drug, known as OTS964, can eradicate aggressive human lung cancers transplanted into mice, according to a new report. The drug, given as a pill or by injection, inhibits the action of a protein...
View ArticleDramatic results for drug that kills cancer cells
Prof. Yusuke Nakamura leads study of new drug, which may prevent cancer cells from successfully dividing
View ArticleLiving well with breast cancer by choosing wisely: A conversation with Amy...
In Q&A, Prof. Harold Pollack interviews woman about her experiences living with a terminal illness
View ArticleStem cell transplant can be outpatient treatment for some
Prof. Michael Bishop discusses a stem cell transplant therapy to treat cancer outpatients
View ArticleStudy concludes that many cancers caused by bad luck in cell division
Prof. Habibul Ahsan says study on the origins of cancers leaves many questions unanswered
View ArticleRacial differences in breast cancer outcomes are partly biological
Article cites Prof. Funmi Olopade, who argues that in identifying and treating breast cancer, 'one size doesn't fit all'
View ArticleFighting cancer by revving up the immune system
Video: Prof. Ravi Salgia explains new experimental drug, which boosts immune system’s ability to fight cancer cells
View ArticleDoctors: Angelina Jolie did the right thing
Prof. Funmi Olopade discusses movie star Angelina Jolie’s decision to remove her ovaries to minimize cancer risk
View ArticleScientists Suggest New Way to Predict Lung Cancer Risk
Article cites Asst. Prof. Brandon Pierce, who led study that finds lung cancer risk can be predicted by studying DNA
View ArticleCancer doctor fights confusion surrounding diagnoses with cartoon
In Q&A, Asst. Prof. Andrew Howard discusses his cartoon ‘Cancer Ninja,’ which uses humor to help patients understand and cope with their diagnoses
View ArticleUChicago, partners collaborate with industry to develop next-generation...
A new collaboration between Celgene Corp. and the Recombinant Antibody Network, a consortium comprising research groups from the University of California-San Francisco, the University of Chicago and...
View ArticleGut bacteria can dramatically amplify cancer immunotherapy
By introducing a particular strain of bacteria into the digestive tracts of mice with melanoma, researchers at the University of Chicago were able to boost the ability of the animal’s immune systems to...
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