cancer

ASK: The Gatekeeper To Cancer

Researchers in Japan have identified a pathway regulating the activity of an oxidative stress response enzyme, with implications on cancer development and progression.

Finding Consensus On Cancer Vulnerabilities

Using a system that integrates readouts from multiple genomics analysis algorithms, a research group in Singapore is able to pinpoint targeted therapies for individual tumors.

Targeting DNA Damage Repair In Childhood Brain Tumors

Scientists in Japan have analyzed the chromosomes of brain tumors and discovered an inhibitor molecule that could be used in the treatment of childhood brain cancer.

Nanowire Device Detects Cancer Markers In Urine

Researchers in Japan have developed a nanowire device capable of detecting microscopic levels of molecular markers in urine that may be associated with cancer.

Systematically Taming The Complexity Of Cancer

By combining biological experiments with supercomputing simulations, scientists have devised a method to identify optimal drug targets for a range of cancers.

Putting A Cap On Cancer Cell Division

Scientists in Singapore have discovered a molecular pathway that limits the division of HPV-induced cervical cancer cells.

Immunotherapy Homes In On Multiple Myeloma

Scientists in Japan have identified a monoclonal antibody that can be used in CAR-T therapy against multiple myeloma.

Nanotech Acupuncture Needles For Cancer Treatment

Researchers in South Korea have demonstrated that acupuncture needles with microscopic holes can reduce tumor size in rats.

Winners Of Malaysia’s 2017 L’Oréal-UNESCO Fellowship Announced

Ho Weang Kee, Jasy Liew Suet Yan and Teh Su Yean have won this year’s L’Oréal-UNESCO For Women in Science Fellowship Awards in Malaysia.