2016 May 24
Lifting the smokescreen
The face of lung cancer has changed, and MaryAnn Provenzano is living proof of that. Read more
2016 May 23
Oncologists need to better discuss patient life expectancy
Despite their nearness to death, a sizeable proportion of advanced cancer patients remain unaware of basic information about their illness or its treatment, according to Holly Prigerson, Ph.D. Read more
2016 May 20
Mathematical analysis of drug resistance in chronic leukemia
The rate at which genetically mutated cancer cells grow may help explain why patients with CLL develop resistance to ibrutinib, according to Dan Landau, M.D., Ph.D. Read more
2016 May 20
Science goes to the movies: Deadpool
Chris Mason, Ph.D., discusses the science behind Hollywood film Deadpool. Read more
2016 May 19
Review: Twin Books on the Genome, Far From Identical
Steven Lipkin, Ph.D., publishes his debut book about the genome. Read more
2016 May 19
Wide array of therapeutic options in myeloma a ‘wonderful problem’ for hematologists
Adriana Rossi, M.D., discusses the “revolutionary” advances in the treatment of multiple myeloma. Read more
2016 May 19
Discussing end of life increases Latino participation in advance care planning
Communication about end-of-life care can improve how likely Latino patients with terminal cancer are to sign a DNR order. Read more
2016 May 19
Skin regeneration is product of two types of stem cells
Ithaca associate member Tudorita Tumbar, Ph.D., has shed light on epidermal stem cells and their role in skin repair. Read more
2016 May 18
Humans of New York: Mark Souweidane
Pediatric neurosurgeon Mark Souweidane, M.D., was featured on the immensely popular Humans of New York blog. Read more
2016 May 17
Mantle cell lymphoma progression during ibrutinib treatment leads to poor outcomes
Peter Martin, M.D., discusses his study about treatment outcomes of people with aggressive mantle cell lymphoma. Read more
2016 May 17
OncLive enriches Strategic Alliance Program with new partners
The Meyer Cancer Center has partnered with OncLive to enhance cancer research, treatment and education content Read more
2016 May 16
Transforming Cancer Care
Feature about immunotherapy research and trials at Weill Cornell Medicine. Read more
2016 May 13
Rx for your health: Cancer treatment and resources at NYP
Melanie Ongchin, M.D., discusses some of the services she provides for patients in Lower Manhattan. Read more
2016 May 12
Irene: A birthday wish
Bladder cancer patient Irene Price reflects on how a personalized treatment based on genetic analysis saved her life. Read more
2016 May 12
The broad spectrum of myelodysplastic syndrome
Ellen Ritchie, M.D., discusses the current best practices in the management of myelodysplastic syndromes and how the latest research is likely to impact the field. Read more
2016 May 12
Genomic data sharing expands possibilities of precision medicine
The Englander Institute for Precision Medicine has formed a new partnership with Australia's Garvan Institute. Read more
2016 May 12
An old idea, revived: Starve cancer to death
Lewis Cantley, Ph.D., discusses the "rather scary" influence of sugar and insulin on cancer. Read more
2016 May 10
Women Who Use Their Bodies For Work
Surgeon Tracy-Ann Moo, M.D., is featured in a photo series about women at work. Read more
2016 May 09
Cantley becomes Hope Funds honoree
Lewis Cantley, Ph.D., is one of four recipients of a Hope Funds 2016 Award of Excellence. Read more
2016 May 08
Ovarian cancer survivor says her pregnancy 'saved' her life
Kevin Holcomb, M.D., discusses symptoms of ovarian cancer that are often ignored. Read more
