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Targeting Cancer Metabolism
Researchers from Tyme Technologies are focusing on cancer cell metabolism, particularly tyrosine, as a way to kill cancer cells.
New Study Tackles the Link Between Sleep Disruption and Cachexia
Cachexia occurs frequently among pancreatic cancer patients. Dr. Evan Noch is looking at how sleep disruption and cachexia interact.
Studying a New Approach for the Liquid Biopsy
Drs. Allyson Ocean and Ying-Hsiu Su lead a liquid biopsy pilot study looking for KRAS proteins in urine, to detect pancreatic cancer.
An Interview with Dr. Tyler Jacks
Dr. Tyler Jacks is one of the leading pancreatic cancer researchers. Read what he has to say about KRAS, organoids, and running a lab in a pandemic.
The Link Between Depression and Pancreatic Cancer
Drs. Annette Stanton and Michael Irwin outline the links between depression and pancreatic cancer, both as a symptom of the disease and post-diagnosis.
Access and Disparities in Pancreatic Cancer Surgery Remain Pervasive Problems
Dr. Susan Tsai discusses her research into the causes of pancreatic cancer surgery and treatment disparities for underserved communities.
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.
BRCA’s Role in Pancreatic Cancer Investigated
The relationship between BRCA and pancreatic cancer, and how that affects treatment, is the focus of clinical trials looking at PARP inhibitors.
Study Shows Fungi Boost Pancreatic Cancer Development and Growth
Drs. George Miller and Berk Aykut are leading research into the role of fungi in the growth and development of pancreatic cancer.
New Liquid Biopsy Shows Promise for Early Detection
Dr. Ajay Goel has a new approach to a liquid biopsy early detection test for pancreatic cancer. So far, the results are very impressive.
Meet the Researcher: Nicolette Juliana Rodriguez, M.D., M.P.H.
Learn more about the research interests of Nicolette Rodriguez, M.D., M.P.H., one of the young investigators Let’s Win sponsored at AACR.
Cachexia Research Gaining Momentum
Why do pancreatic cancer patients lose weight even if they are eating well? Dr. Teresa Zimmers explains the syndrome called cachexia.
New Cancer Stem Cell Pathway Drug May Change Standard of Care
Dr. Tanios Bekaii-Saab is testing a new drug that works on pancreatic cancer stem cells to make chemotherapy more effective.
Clinical Trial of Immunotherapy Plus Sunshine Vitamin May Help in Pancreatic Cancer Fight
Can vitamin D make it easier for chemotherapy drugs to reach the pancreatic cancer tumor? A clinical trial is testing this idea.
“Radical Collaboration” to Find Cures for the Deadliest Cancers
Break Through Cancer was founded to promote collaboration between major research institutions, in order to develop cures for the deadliest cancers.