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Developing the world’s first ovarian cancer prevention vaccine
Cancer Research UK-funded researchers aim to identify targets for an ovarian cancer vaccine, which could prevent the disease at an early stage.
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RAD51C variants linked to increased breast and ovarian cancer risk
Researchers have identified over 3,000 harmful genetic changes that could disrupt normal RAD51C function.
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The mechanism of PARP inhibitor action is identified
New findings will enable the development of safer PARP inhibitors that inhibit PARP’s enzymatic activity without trapping it on DNA.
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A new genetic biomarker to predict immunotherapy success
Tumours with a greater IGR burden could respond better to immune checkpoint blockades, advancing precise treatments for patients.
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The potential of CD24 in cancer immunotherapy
Cofounder & Chief Scientific Officer of Pheast Therapeutics, Dr Roy Maute, reveals his company’s promising drug candidate and explains why they have focused on their chosen target.
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New technique to extract and analyse extracellular vesicles
Cellulose nanofiber sheets enable analysis of EVs, and miRNAs within them, offering potential for cancer treatment and personalised medicine.
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Synthetic proteins key to modular nanoparticle design
Researchers have been able to customise nanoparticles to target biological entities, like tumours and viruses.
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New molecule disrupts pathways that promote cancer growth
Researchers have discovered a molecule that binds to a cancer cell protein, stopping growth of breast and ovarian tumours.
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Condensate biology: advancing drug discovery for complex diseases
In this interview with Drug Target Review’s Izzy Wood and Dr Isaac Klein, Chief Scientific Officer at Dewpoint Therapeutics, discuss the innovative potential of condensate biology in revolutionising drug discovery. By targeting disease-driving condensates, Dewpoint’s research pushes boundaries by offering new hope for tackling diseases like ALS and colorectal cancer.
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Unidentified proteins provide new way to diagnose ovarian cancer
Japanese study has identified three previously unknown membrane proteins in ovarian cancer, using a new detection method consisting of nanotechnology and imaging techniques.
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New insight into BRCA2 gene mutations and cancer risk
A recent study from researchers at the University of California examines the BRCA2 gene, which plays a crucial role in repairing damaged DNA, and possible links with increased risk of breast and ovarian cancer.
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Ovarian cancer breakthrough: the potential of rhenium tricarbonyl (TRIP) as a promising anti-tumour drug
In this exclusive article, Drug Target Review’s Izzy Wood highlights ground-breaking ovarian cancer research, after speaking with Dr Benjamin Neuditschko, from the Institute Krems Bioanalytics at IMC Krems.
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New immunotherapy approach holds promise for ovarian cancer
A new approach using CAR T-cell therapy is suggested by Swedish researchers as an effective treatment for ovarian cancer.
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What parts of a tumour are linked to muscle wasting?
US researchers found that the severity of muscle wasting from cancer is related to the type, size and location of the tumour, in mice.
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Targeting of immune cells slows cancer growth in pre-clinical studies
Researchers have discovered a new cancer immunotherapy approach that shrinks solid tumours.