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Fighting Pancreatic Cancer in a Petri Dish
Dr. David Tuveson is growing pancreatic cancer tissue called organoids in the lab, to test which drugs will be most effective against a patient’s tumor.
Targeting Metabolic Vulnerability
Dr. Jordan Winter looks at cell metabolism to find areas of vulnerability in pancreatic cancer cells, to find a way to create better treatments.
New Drug Shows Positive Results in Early Trials
A new drug called PEGPH20, which helps chemotherapy drugs reach their target, is showing positive results in an ongoing pancreatic cancer trial.
Comprehensive Molecular Test Helps Classify Pancreatic Cysts
Dr. Aatur Singhi and colleagues are developing a test to help determine whether pancreatic cysts are likely to turn cancerous.
The Cancer Moonshot
Dr. Elizabeth Jaffee of Johns Hopkins is part of the Cancer Moonshot’s Blue Ribbon Panel, and she explains the goals of the program.
Which Is the Best Screening Method for Pancreatic Cancer?
Dr. Aimee Lucas outlines the pros and cons of various screening methods that can be used for pancreatic cancer, and who should be using them.
Stereotactic Body Radiation Therapy (SBRT) for Select Pancreatic Cancer Patients
Stereotactic body radiation therapy (SBRT) is increasingly being used to treat locally advanced pancreatic cancer, and make it surgically removable.
Tumor Genetics Research Brings Some Answers for Families at High Risk
Professor Gloria Peterson of the Mayo Clinic is working on tumor genetics to help make early detection of pancreatic cancer a reality.
A Simple Blood Test for Early Detection of Eight Cancers Shows Promise
Dr. Anne Marie Lennon explains the CancerSEEK blood test, a liquid biopsy in clinical trials for early detection of eight cancers, including pancreatic.