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Rapid Blood Cancer Diagnostic Could Speed Decisions and Save Lives
Researchers at Dana-Farber Cancer Institute have created a CRISPR-based rapid molecular diagnostic for two forms of leukemia that are driven by mutations that involve gene fusions.
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Study Finds Unexpected Role for Odd-Man-Out Member of CDK Protein Family
In the family of cyclin-dependent kinase (CDK) proteins, CDK5 always seemed to be a misfit. Despite being structurally similar to other CDKs, and despite the “cyclin” in its name, it did not participate in the family business of ushering cells through the cycle of growth and division.
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Dana-Farber/Boston Children's Ranked Among the Best Pediatric Cancer Programs in the Nation for 18th Year in a Row
U.S. News & World Report has again recognized Dana-Farber/Boston Children's Cancer and Blood Disorders Center as the #2 pediatric cancer program in the nation in its 2024-25 Best Children's Hospitals report.
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Dana-Farber Research News 10.01.2024
This twice-monthly newsletter highlights recently published research where Dana-Farber faculty are listed as first or senior authors. The information is pulled from PubMed and this issue notes papers published from September 1 through September 15.
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Dana-Farber Cancer Institute Raises More Than $2 Billion in Record-Breaking Fundraising Campaign to Defy Cancer
Dana-Farber Cancer Institute today announced the completion of one of the largest fundraising campaigns focused entirely on cancer, raising a record $2.5 billion.
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Patient, Testing Positive for Cancer on Early-Detection Test, Finds Guidance at Dana-Farber Clinic
Scott Menta describes himself as someone who “likes to stay on top of my health.” So, when he read about a new test that screens for cancer based on tumor cell DNA within the blood, he sprang for the cost of two tests — one for him and one for his wife.
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Dana-Farber Cancer Institute Leads the Launch of IGNITE Consortium to Eradicate Health Inequities in Pediatric Cancer Care
In a bold step toward addressing the stark disparities in pediatric cancer care, Dana-Farber Cancer Institute is taking the lead in launching IGNITE—the first national, pediatric hematology-oncology health equity research consortium.
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Treatment Guideline: Trastuzumab Deruxtecan (T-DXd) for Metastatic, HER2-Low and HER2-Ultralow Breast Cancer
The Breast Oncology Center at Dana-Farber Brigham Cancer Center held multidisciplinary meetings to discuss recommendations regarding the use of trastuzumab deruxtecan (T-DXd) for patients with metastatic, HER2-low and HER2-ultralow breast cancer.
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Prostate Cancer Vaccines: What’s the Latest?
Like all vaccines, prostate cancer vaccines work by stimulating the body’s immune system. Unlike vaccines for the flu, COVID-19 and other infections, which protect against disease, prostate cancer vaccines are a form of treatment.?
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Researchers Uncover Key Actor in Spread of Breast Cancer to the Brain
When breast cancer metastasizes, it often heads for the brain, where it can be exceptionally difficult to root out. The key to preventing the spread of the cancer, or thwarting it if it does reach the brain, is to understand the mechanism that turns stationary tumor cells into nomadic intruders.
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Expanding Possibilities - Researchers Dive Deep to Identify Exceptional Responders
In 2020, data from a clinical trial of patients with metastatic HER2-positive breast cancer caught the attention of Dana-Farber breast oncologist Heather Parsons, MD, MPH. She noticed what she describes as a "long tail."
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Dana-Farber Research News 9.15.2024
This twice-monthly newsletter highlights recently published research where Dana-Farber faculty are listed as first or senior authors. The information is pulled from PubMed and this issue notes papers published from August 16 through August 31.