Completely new mechanism behind some cancers discovered

Cancer can be the end result of a wide range of things that go wrong, and understanding how is key to prevention and treatment. Now, scientists have discovered a cancer-causing mechanism that has never been seen before – a kind of clog in a cellular ga… Continue reading Completely new mechanism behind some cancers discovered

Calls for men to get their shots with rise in HPV-related throat cancer

Human papillomavirus (HPV)-related throat cancer is alarmingly on the rise worldwide, affecting three times as many men as women. Many countries already have vaccination programs in place to protect women from HPV-related cervical cancer; is it time th… Continue reading Calls for men to get their shots with rise in HPV-related throat cancer

Rewired genetic ‘clock’ slows aging and increases cellular lifespan

Scientists at UC San Diego have developed a way to potentially slow down the cellular aging process, using an oscillating genetic ‘clock.’ In tests, yeast cells were found to live significantly longer than those without.Continue ReadingCategory: Health… Continue reading Rewired genetic ‘clock’ slows aging and increases cellular lifespan

Synthetic protein tweak could lead to universal cancer immunotherapy

Scientists at ETH Zurich have made a breakthrough towards designing an off-the-shelf treatment for immunotherapy against cancer. A synthetic protein tweak can allow immune cells from any donor to be given to any patient without the risk of a dangerous … Continue reading Synthetic protein tweak could lead to universal cancer immunotherapy

Insight into tumor cells’ organanization offers hope for new treatment

It’s well known that the engine room of cells, the mitochondria, have a key role in fueling cancer growth. Treatments have targeted these microscopic organelles in many ways, including by blocking their food source to inhibit energy production, knockin… Continue reading Insight into tumor cells’ organanization offers hope for new treatment

Ovarian cancer cells resist chemo and strengthen neighbors to survive

Ovarian cancer is the fifth biggest cause of cancer death in women, and part of its frustrating stubbornness to treat and high level of recurrence may be down to some surprisingly cellular cooperation.Continue ReadingCategory: Medical, ScienceTags: Can… Continue reading Ovarian cancer cells resist chemo and strengthen neighbors to survive

Experimental vaccine reprograms cancer to launch immunotherapy attack

Scientists have developed a new type of cancer vaccine that shows promise in clearing out leukemia in mice. The technique involves reprogramming cancer cells into immune cells so that they can teach the immune system how to fight off the disease.Contin… Continue reading Experimental vaccine reprograms cancer to launch immunotherapy attack

“Acoustic holograms” quickly assemble objects from particles or cells

Scientists have created “acoustic holograms” that can assemble matter into 3D objects, using just sound. The technique works with various types of particles and even living cells, allowing for a new kind of 3D printing that’s fast and contact-free.Cont… Continue reading “Acoustic holograms” quickly assemble objects from particles or cells

Scientists regenerate kidneys to reverse diabetes damage in mice

An international team of scientists has found a way to regenerate kidneys damaged by disease, restoring function and preventing kidney failure. The discovery could drastically improve treatments for complications stemming from diabetes and other diseas… Continue reading Scientists regenerate kidneys to reverse diabetes damage in mice