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·July 3, 2023·4 min read

Ancient Virus Awakening: Hidden Culprit in Glioblastoma Brain Cancer Aggressiveness

The reactivation of a dormant retrovirus, HML-2, may contribute to the aggressiveness of glioblastoma, a type of brain tumor. Researchers discovered that the virus influences the stem-cell state of the tumors, thereby promoting a more resistant form of cancer.

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·February 27, 2023·5 min read

Blood Test for Brain Cancer May Be on Horizon

A new blood-based test to screen for biomarkers of glioblastoma brain cancer has been developed by researchers at Penn State. The test looks for elevated levels of IL13Rα2, an antigen receptor that is derived from glioblastoma tumors.

Brain Cancer Featured Genetics Neuroscience

·January 21, 2023·2 min read

Protein Movement Reveals Brain Tumor’s Weak Spot

In glioblastoma brain cancer, EGFR (HER1) genetic mutations lead to a movement of a large part of the extracellular region of the protein. This activates the intracellular area in a particular way that drives glioblastoma tumor development.

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·January 16, 2023·3 min read

Using Machine Learning to Predict Brain Tumor Progression

Combining machine learning technology with neuroimaging data, clinicians will be better able to fully analyze a patient's glioblastoma brain tumor and predict cancer progression.

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·November 16, 2022·8 min read

Implanted Pump Safely Delivered Chemo Straight to the Brain in Patients With Brain Cancer

A new implantable pump system safely and effectively bypasses the blood-brain barrier to deliver chemotherapy drugs to those with glioblastoma brain cancer.

Brain Cancer Featured Neurology Neuroscience

·September 24, 2022·5 min read

A Potential New Treatment for Brain Tumors

Researchers study the effect of letrozole , a drug designed for the treatment of breast cancer in postmenopausal women, on glioblastoma brain cancer.

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·September 1, 2022·8 min read

New Method Eradicates Deadly Brain Tumors by ‘Starving’ Them of Energy Source

A new method that targets the astrocytes surrounding glioblastoma brain cancer eradicates tumor cells and extends lifespan in animal models.

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·July 22, 2022·4 min read

New Biomimetic Formulation for Treating Glioblastoma

Researchers found a positive correlation between glioblastoma cell proliferation and lactate metabolic indicators. Based on this observation, the researchers developed a biomimetic formulation using targeted delivery agents for lactate metabolism-based synergistic therapy against glioblastoma brain cancer.

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Brain Cancer Featured Neurology Neuroscience

·June 6, 2022·5 min read

How the Gut Microbiome Impacts Immunotherapy Response in Glioblastoma Brain Cancer

Researchers say the gut microbiome may be a viable targetable biomarker to improve immunotherapy responses in those with glioblastoma and a range of other cancers.

Brain Cancer Featured Neuroscience

·May 22, 2022·3 min read

Genes Responsible for Glioblastoma Cell Development Identified

Study reveals the ZNF117 gene is a major regulator of glioblastoma tumor cells.

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Brain Cancer Featured Genetics Neuroscience

·May 11, 2022·4 min read

Key Protein Identified for Brain Stem Cell Longevity

INSR, a protein essential for insulin activity, plays a critical role in stem cell longevity. Additionally, inactivating INSR in glioblastoma brain cancer stem cells inhibits the growth of primitive tumor forming cells.