Exploring CRISPR Technology To Enhance Cancer Immunotherapy September 25, 2025 Tool identifies gene edits that boost CAR T-cell therapy effectiveness in mice
2 HMS Faculty Elected Fellows of the American Association for the Advancement of Science March 28, 2025 Lifetime honor recognizes scientific excellence
Research Pinpoints Weakness in Lung Cancer’s Defenses February 7, 2025 Scientists uncover an enzyme that boosts cancer cell metabolism to fuel growth
Why Do Gliomas Tend To Recur in the Brain? December 5, 2024 First look at neuron-tumor connections illuminates formation, spread
Repurposed Cancer Drugs May Improve Tuberculosis Treatment April 2, 2024 Drug combination enhanced delivery of antibacterial medications in rabbits
Annual Awards Propel Basic Discoveries Into Clinic November 15, 2023 The Blavatnik Therapeutics Challenge Awards aim to harness fundamental insights into new treatments
Some Gut Bacteria Linked to Precancerous Colon Polyps June 8, 2023 New study looks at microbiome’s influence, findings may help with prevention
New Institute to Address Cancer, Immune, Inflammatory Diseases May 9, 2023 Historic $100 million gift given by biotech entrepreneur Gene Lay
How a Lowly Immune Cell Helps the Immune System Fight Cancer March 30, 2023 New research reveals that neutrophils play key role in determining success of cancer immunotherapy
Blood Pressure Drug Benefit February 23, 2023 Study shows promising treatment for patients with locally advanced pancreatic cancer
Disarming the Body’s Defenders September 29, 2022 Study shows how certain cancers neutralize T cells to subvert the immune system and help tumors grow
Detecting Brain Cancer July 22, 2022 Investigational test may more accurately diagnose gliomas, monitor tumor progression