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February 2, 2021
Algorithm analyzes mammograms, signals need for more breast cancer screening
New software could facilitate more consistent assessment of cancer risk.
Medical Campus & Community
February 2, 2021
Imaging identifies breast cancer patients unlikely to benefit from hormone therapy
Findings could help improve treatment decisions.
News Release
January 26, 2021
Nixing bone cancer fuel supply offers new treatment approach, mouse study suggests
2 drugs targeting cancer cells’ energy source potentially could replace toxic chemo in osteosarcoma.
News Release
January 20, 2021
Study reveals links between fatty liver disease, liver cancer
Mice expressing increased levels of protein develop advanced liver disease.
News Release
December 3, 2020
Washington University to offer genetic counseling master’s program
Training program for genetic counselors will help meet demand for such professionals.
News Release
November 19, 2020
Chaudhuri receives V Scholar Award
Will fund patient-focused cancer research.
National Leaders
October 9, 2020
New discovery could help improve cancer vaccines
Scientists identify key features of mutated tumor proteins vital for vaccine development.
News Release
September 22, 2020
Cancer centers to address pandemic’s impact on cancer prevention, treatment
As a participating site, Siteman Cancer Cancer will help examine how COVID-19 is affecting medically underserved populations..
News Release
August 11, 2020
Immunotherapy-resistant cancers eliminated in mouse study
Antibody that blocks TREM2 protein frees immune cells to reject cancer.
News Release
July 22, 2020
2 immunotherapies merged into single, more effective treatment
Mouse study suggests strategy may work against variety of cancers.
News Release
June 18, 2020
Siteman Cancer Center earns highest federal rating
‘Exceptional’ research program recognized among best in U.S.
News Release
March 19, 2020
Immunotherapy using ‘young cells’ offers promising option against cancer
Study in mouse, human cells suggests unique anti-cancer properties of such a therapy.
News Release
March 9, 2020
Cancerous tumors, surrounding cells illuminated by new imaging agent
Compound being tested in small clinical trials.
News Release
March 3, 2020
Radiation therapy for colon cancer works better when specific protein blocked
Targeting protein helps radiation destroy tumor cells while preserving healthy tissue.
News Release
February 26, 2020
Revving up immune system may help treat eczema
Boosting natural killer cells in mice improves skin rash.
News Release, Video
February 25, 2020
Mother’s death sets twin scientists on journey to find precision cancer therapies
Database matches drugs to specific cancer mutations.
Outlook Magazine
February 14, 2020
Hematology society recognizes four School of Medicine researchers
ASH Scholar Awards support fellows to junior faculty in hematology.
National Leaders
February 13, 2020
Fight against endometrial cancer boosted with new molecular road map
Detailed analysis reveals new drug targets.
News Release
February 5, 2020
Breast cancer prevention trial underway
Osteoporosis drug investigated in premenopausal women to see if it reduces breast density.
News Release
January 17, 2020
Walter named Edward P. Evans Endowed Professor
Oncologist honored for research, patient care in myelodysplastic syndromes.
News Release
January 15, 2020
Mutations in donors’ stem cells may cause problems for cancer patients
Heart problems, graft-versus-host disease are concerns.
News Release
January 13, 2020
Khabele named head of obstetrics and gynecology
Known as outstanding physician-scientist in gynecologic oncology.
News Release
January 13, 2020
Investigational drugs block bone loss in mice receiving chemotherapy
Culprit identified in bone loss from cancer therapy.
News Release
October 23, 2019
Clues to improve cancer immunotherapy revealed
Helper T cells appear vital to more robust anti-tumor response.
News Release