- Science Blog
- By Laura Sinpetru
- September 3rd, 2013
Genetically Modified Bacteria Might Help Fight Cancer
The bacteria could be tricked into making tumors more vulnerable to cancer drugs
- Science Blog
- By Laura Sinpetru
- August 24th, 2013
Gene Switched On by Stress Speeds Up the Spread of Cancer
Researchers say silencing this gene might help keep tumors from growing
- Health
- By Laura Sinpetru
- July 8th, 2013
Tumors Have a Sweet Tooth, Light Up When Given Sugar
UCL researchers roll out new cancer-detecting technique
- Health
- By Laura Sinpetru
- April 1st, 2013
One Monthly Aspirin Lowers Cancer Risk by 22%
Head and neck cancer are the ones aspirin is most successful in keeping at bay
- Health
- By Laura Sinpetru
- October 5th, 2012
Common Chemical Found in Plastics Poses Threats to Public Health
The risks individuals face are greater when BPA becomes metabolized
- Science Blog
- By Tudor Vieru
- October 1st, 2012
Heated Debate on the Benefits of Aspirin in Preventing Cancer
Researchers find some positive correlations, but more work is needed
- Microbiology/Genetics
- By Tudor Vieru
- October 1st, 2012
New Biomarker for Detecting Tumors Possibly Discovered
Researchers develop new technique to identify aggressive cancer
- Science Blog
- By Tudor Vieru
- September 26th, 2012
Voice Box Tumors Can Be Removed Robotically
New technique allows robots to perform this delicate operation
- Science Blog
- By Tudor Vieru
- August 31st, 2012
Learning Disabilities Can Be Addressed with Cancer Drug
The weird findings indicates that the chemical may have additional uses
- Science Blog
- By Tudor Vieru
- August 29th, 2012
Breast Cancer Is More Aggressive in Women with Sleep Disorders
Not getting enough rest makes the disease increasingly aggressive
- Microbiology/Genetics
- By Tudor Vieru
- August 27th, 2012
How to Shut Down the Production of Tumor Building Blocks
American researchers identify a new target for future therapies
- Microbiology/Genetics
- By Tudor Vieru
- August 24th, 2012
Cancers Use Sugary Molecule to Fuel Their Growth
Targeting this chemical could help address several types of tumors
- Microbiology/Genetics
- By Tudor Vieru
- August 4th, 2012
Proton Radiation Can Boost Tumor Progression
The data could be used to make space exploration safer
- Microbiology/Genetics
- By Tudor Vieru
- August 2nd, 2012
Cancer Stem Cells May Exist After All
These cells could be the primary source of relapses
- Microbiology/Genetics
- By Tudor Vieru
- August 2nd, 2012
Mechanics of Living Cells Come Under Scrutiny
Researchers in the US are looking at how cells detect and exert force
- Microbiology/Genetics
- By Tudor Vieru
- July 16th, 2012
Yale Experts Create Effective Cancer Drug
The substance proved very effective in animal lab tests
- Microbiology/Genetics
- By Tudor Vieru
- July 6th, 2012
Cancer Cells Can Produce up to Five Offspring
Regular cells can only divide into two other daughter cells