leukemia
7 Must-Read Stories In December 2013
Here are seven must-read stories from the December 2013 issue of Asian Scientist Magazine.
Researchers Initiate Two-Pronged Attack On Aggressive Blood Cancers
Researchers have successfully targeted a signaling pathway to kill blood cancer cells in adult and childhood leukemia.
Leukemia Drug In Australian And US Trial
A drug targeting a leukemic stem cell marker discovered by researchers in Australia is currently undergoing clinical trials.
7 Must-Read Stories In September 2013
Here are seven must-read articles from the September 2013 issue of Asian Scientist Magazine.
Tiny Diamonds To Boost Leukemia Treatment
Binding an anti-leukemia drug to nano-sized diamonds enhances the delivery of the drug to leukemic cells, boosting its efficacy.
Vietnam Vets Twice As Likely To Have Leukemia, Study
Vietnam war veterans have double the rate of chronic lymphatic leukemia compared to the general population, says a new study.
5 Take-Home Points From India’s Historic Novartis Patent Case
The Indian Supreme Court ruling dismissing a patent application by Novartis for a new version of its leukemia drug raises five important points, writes Arvind Subramanian.
Scientists Identify Compound That Targets Leukemia Stem Cells
Researchers have identified a new compound that could someday prevent relapse in acute myeloid leukemia patients.
Novartis Loses Historic India Patent Case On Cancer Drug Glivec
After a seven year protracted battle, the Supreme Court of India has rejected a patent application by Swiss pharma giant Novartis for an updated version of its blockbuster drug.
