Lung fibrosis, or pulmonary fibrosis, is a debilitating disease characterized by the excessive buildup of fibrillar collagen, leading to scarring in the lung tissue. This scarring makes lung tissues stiff and reduces their elasticity, resulting in severe breathing difficulties and decreased oxygen
In an unprecedented advancement in cancer treatment, a research team led by Professor Kwang-Hyun Cho from KAIST has developed a groundbreaking technology that targets colon cancer by transforming malignant cells into normal-like cells without killing them. Unlike traditional cancer therapies that
The field of prostate cancer treatment has seen significant advances with the introduction of novel therapies aimed at enhancing patient outcomes. One such promising advancement is the use of gozetotide for the accurate detection of PSMA-positive prostate cancer. This breakthrough is particularly
Multiple myeloma (MM), a complex form of blood cancer originating in plasma cells, relentlessly impairs blood counts and immune functions. Despite breakthroughs in treatment modalities, MM largely remains incurable, with patients often enduring cycles of remission interrupted by relapses. This
The Institute of Cancer Research (ICR) in London is teaming up with Healx, a biotech firm known for its expertise in artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning, to develop potential new therapies for diffuse intrinsic pontine glioma (DIPG), a rare and currently untreatable form of childhood
In recent years, significant advancements have been made in treating pediatric acute lymphocytic leukemia (B-ALL) through combining traditional chemotherapy with innovative drugs like blinatumomab. This blend of treatments, examined in a clinical trial, has shown promising results, particularly in
