
pancreatic cancer
Microtumor Self-Organization, Demystified
Researchers have developed an inexpensive cell culture platform that allows microtumors to form, thus revealing the unique behavior of cancer cells in vitro.

Synthesizing A Natural Compound That Hunts Down Cancer Stem Cells
Scientists in China have synthesized a natural cyclic compound that targets pancreatic cancer stem cells.
Pancreatic Researcher Chosen As 2015 NSW Woman Of The Year
NSW Woman of the year Professor Minoti Apte calls for increased funding for medical research and better support for women in science.
Redefining The Genetic Landscape Of Pancreatic Cancer
Classifying pancreatic cancer into four subtypes based on whole genome sequencing could help improve the specificity of existing treatments.
Detecting Pancreatic Cancer Early
A study of 766 pancreatic cancer patients suggests that there are genetic factors driving the disease.
Astellas & Cancer Research UK Team Up In Fight Against Cancer
The partnership between Astellas and Cancer Research Technology will begin with the development of drugs for pancreatic cancer targeting autophagy.
Thunder God Vine Extract Could Treat Pancreatic Cancer
Triptolide, an extract of the thunder god vine used in Chinese medicine, has been shown to kill pancreatic cancer cells.
Scientists Tailor Make Anti-Cancer Agent
Scientists have tailor-made a new chemical compound that blocks a key cancer protein.
Study: Lynch Syndrome Patients Carry Mutations That Increase Cancer Risk
Researchers have found that patients carrying genetic mutations that characterize Lynch syndrome face an increased risk of developing breast and pancreatic cancer.
Australian Project To Highlight 15 Types Of “Forgotten Cancers”
The Forgotten Cancers Project launched yesterday by the Cancer Council Victoria hopes to understand the causes of less common and under-researched cancers.