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Breakthrough cancer vaccine simultaneously kills and prevents brain cancer
Investigators have developed a new cell therapy approach to eliminate established tumors and induce long-term immunity to prevent cancer.
Joseph Shavit
Jan 13, 2023


Groundbreaking study points to an effective cure for brain cancer
These findings provide a promising basis for developing effective medications for glioblastoma, an aggressive, and thus far incurable cancer
Joseph Shavit
Dec 2, 2022


Revolutionary vaccine extends life of patients with aggressive brain cancer
A vaccine using patients’ immune cells to target brain cancer can extend survival by many months or, in some cases, years according to study
Joseph Shavit
Nov 21, 2022


Prozac can fight brain cancer, Stanford study finds
Every once in a while the thing you're looking for can be found right under your nose. Or in your medicine cabinet.
Joseph Shavit
Sep 6, 2022


New antibody therapy shows promise for advanced pediatric brain cancer
Research has generated promising results for a new blocking antibody therapy that targets a protein critical to cancer's ability to spread.
Joshua Shavit
Jul 16, 2022


Anti-cancer drug provides immediate hope for children with brain cancer
A genetic map of an aggressive childhood brain tumour called medulloblastoma helped researchers identify a new generation anti-cancer drug.
Joseph Shavit
Mar 9, 2022


Could a brain cancer treatment for man’s best friend also be viable in humans?
Could a brain cancer treatment for man’s best friend also be viable in humans? A promising new study is giving scientists some hope.
Joshua Shavit
Aug 29, 2021


New generation anti-cancer drug provides immediate hope for children with brain cancer
A genetic map of a childhood brain tumour called medulloblastoma has helped researchers identify a new generation anti-cancer drug
Joseph Shavit
Jul 9, 2021


Simple urine test may help early detection of brain tumors
A recent study revealed that microRNAs in urine could be a promising biomarker to diagnose brain tumors.
Joseph Shavit
Jun 17, 2021


This baker is helping kids experiencing food insecurity — 1 pie at a time
At Justice of the Pies, Maya-Camille Broussard bakes social justice into every treat.
Joseph Shavit
Oct 8, 2020
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