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Outsmarting cancer by exploiting DNA repair flaws
Researchers at ETH Zurich in Switzerland have mapped the complex network cells use to repair their genetic material, revealing previously hidden vulnerabilities in cancer cells.
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Next-gen ADCs: Tubulis sets new standard in cancer treatment
Tubulis, led by CEO Dominik Schumacher, is advancing cancer treatment through next-generation antibody-drug conjugates (ADCs) designed to target solid tumours more effectively. Find out how the company is rapidly progressing its ADC pipeline to offer more precise and lasting treatment options for patients.
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Pioneering cellular therapies for age-related diseases
Discover how Immorta Bio's cellular therapies are addressing cancer and liver failure, with the potential to transform healthcare.
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Bacteria-boosted nanoparticles offer a triple threat against cancer
A new cancer therapy combines multiple treatment strategies into a single graphene oxide-based nanocomposite. It uses bacterial components to enhance immune response and scalability, creating a powerful and cost-effective approach to tackling tumours.
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PSPC1 knockout slows AML in preclinical models
Scientists at UT Health San Antonio have identified PSPC1 in mouse models as a promising new drug target for acute myeloid leukaemia (AML), a deadly blood cancer with limited treatment options.
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New melanoma therapy prevents brain metastasis in preclinical studies
A government-funded research team has identified focal adhesion kinase (FAK) as a key driver of melanoma metastasis to the brain. This discovery could revolutionise treatment by not only addressing the condition but also preventing its spread to the brain.
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Novel radioactive drug targets aggressive metastatic melanoma
Scientists in Japan have developed a new radioactive drug that emits alpha particles, showing promise for targeting metastatic melanoma - an aggressive skin cancer resistant to many conventional treatments.
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New research offers hope for high-grade glioma treatment
High-grade glioma, an aggressive brain cancer affecting both paediatric and adult patients, remains difficult to treat. A collaborative study from the University of Michigan, Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, and the Medical University of Vienna reveals a promising new treatment approach.
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Nanoparticle therapy shows potential to prevent spread of pancreatic cancer to liver
Pancreatic cancer is notoriously hard to treat, especially when it spreads to the liver in advanced stages. Researchers at UCLA’s California NanoSystems Institute (CNSI) have developed an innovative nanoparticle technology to tackle this challenge.
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Diabetes drug found to protect heart during cancer treatment
A commonly prescribed diabetes medication could significantly enhance long-term recovery prospects for cancer patients by reducing their risk of heart failure, a new study from the University of East Anglia (UEA) reveals.
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Refining and targeting exatecan with ADC technology
DTR speaks with Dr Patrick van Berkel at ADC Therapeutics to discuss how the company is transforming exatecan delivery to achieve better health outcomes.
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AI-designed CDK12/13 inhibitors target resistant cancers
Insilico Medicine’s AI-designed CDK12/13 inhibitors show promise against treatment-resistant cancers. Find out how this breakthrough could reshape cancer therapy.
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New enzyme discovery could boost cancer immunotherapy
A new discovery from the University of Geneva highlights the crucial role of the CH25H enzyme, which is found in cancerous lymphatic cells. This enzyme plays a key part in activating immune cells, opening up a promising pathway for improving the success of cancer immunotherapies.
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AI designs peptides for ‘undruggable’ diseases
A new AI-powered approach is tackling the challenge of 'undruggable' diseases by designing peptides that can bind to and destroy previously untreatable proteins.
