A new multi-million-dollar investment is poised to reshape the landscape of cancer research by focusing intensely on the unique health challenges faced by the communities of South Texas. The Cancer Prevention Research Institute of Texas (CPRIT) has announced a significant financial commitment of
Within the burgeoning field of regenerative medicine, the value of umbilical cord blood as a potent and ethically sound source of life-saving stem cells is universally recognized, offering transformative treatments for a spectrum of conditions from genetic disorders to hematologic cancers. The
Beyond the familiar warnings about calories and cholesterol, a high-fat diet may be silently orchestrating a dangerous coup within the liver, transforming loyal, hardworking cells into precursors for malignant tumors. A landmark study from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology provides a
The intricate challenge of retraining the immune system to tolerate specific self-antigens without compromising its protective capabilities has driven the development of highly sophisticated therapeutic platforms. The emergence of engineered extracellular vesicles (EVs) represents a significant
Within the microscopic universe of a single human cell lies a communication network of staggering complexity, where molecules constantly send and receive signals to orchestrate life's essential functions. When this intricate dialogue breaks down, the consequences can be catastrophic, leading to
A foundational pillar of cancer research has received significant reinforcement through a new study that confirms the validity of a key laboratory model for high-grade serous ovarian carcinoma (HGSOC), the most lethal form of ovarian cancer. This disease presents a formidable clinical challenge,
