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·April 25, 2025·6 min read

AI Predicts Brain Cancer Recurrence in Kids

Researchers have developed an AI model that analyzes sequences of brain scans to accurately predict tumor recurrence in children with gliomas. By applying a method called temporal learning, the model interprets subtle changes in MR images taken post-treatment over time. The study found that using multiple images significantly outperforms traditional single-scan analysis, reaching prediction accuracy rates as high as 89%.

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·April 24, 2025·5 min read

Blood Test Tracks Brain Tumor Growth with Patient-Specific DNA Markers

Researchers have developed a personalized blood test that may offer a faster, less invasive way to track high-grade glioma progression. By identifying unique DNA junctions from each patient's tumor, the test can detect tumor DNA in the bloodstream, even before changes appear on MRI scans.

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Brain Cancer Featured Neurology Neuroscience

·November 7, 2024·4 min read

Novel Vaccine Targets Deadly Brain Tumors with Precision

A novel vaccine can mobilize the immune system to precisely target and attack cancerous brain tumors, specifically gliomas, one of the deadliest brain tumor types. This groundbreaking work demonstrates that the body’s immune system can be directed to target proteins with cancer-driving mutations in tumors, marking a significant advance in immunotherapy.

Brain Cancer Featured Neurology Neuroscience

·May 9, 2024·7 min read

Breakthrough in Immunotherapy for Brain Cancer

Researchers unveiled a new combination immunotherapy that significantly boosts the immune response in patients with malignant gliomas. By integrating a personalized dendritic cell vaccine with poly-ICLC, an immune-boosting agent, the therapy has shown promise in enhancing the dendritic cells' capacity to combat this aggressive brain tumor.

Brain Cancer Featured Neuroscience

·September 6, 2023·6 min read

Rice-Sized Device Tests 20-Plus Brain Cancer Treatments at Once

Researchers developed a minuscule device, akin to a grain of rice in size, that can simultaneously test numerous treatments for challenging brain cancers like gliomas. Implanted into a patient's tumor during surgery and removed afterward, the device offers real-time insights on drug effects on the tumor microenvironment.

Brain Cancer Featured Neuroscience

·March 23, 2023·4 min read

Artificial Intelligence Predicts Genetics of Cancerous Brain Tumors in Under 90 Seconds

New artificial intelligence technology is able to screen for genetic mutations in brain cancer tumors in less than 90 seconds.

Brain Cancer Featured Neurology Neuroscience

·February 24, 2023·5 min read

Head Injuries Could Be a Risk Factor for Developing Brain Cancer

Traumatic brain injuries may increase the risk of developing glioma brain cancer later in life, researchers report. The study found brain injury caused specific genetic mutations to synergize with inflammation, making brain cells more likely to become cancerous.

Brain Cancer Featured Neurology Neuroscience

·November 16, 2022·5 min read

Forecasting the Risks of Brain Surgery

Analyzing networks within the brain can help researchers determine the risks for aphasia when deciding to operate to remove brain tumors.

Brain Cancer Featured Neurology Neuroscience

·August 22, 2022·5 min read

Understanding Why Deadly Brain Cancer Comes Back

In response to treatment, high-grade gliomas remodel the surrounding brain environment, creating interactions with nearby neurons and immune cells in ways that protect tumor cells and protect them from the body's natural defense.

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Brain Cancer Featured Genetics Neuroscience

·June 12, 2022·3 min read

Recurring Brain Tumors Shaped by Genetic Evolution and Microenvironment

Infiltrating gliomas are shaped by their genetic evolution and microenvironment, researchers report. The findings may help in the development of therapies to treat glioma brain tumors.

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Brain Cancer Featured Neurology Neuroscience

·April 4, 2022·5 min read

No Increased Risk of Brain Tumors for Mobile Phone Users

Study found no increased risk of developing brain tumors regardless of whether a person was a frequent cell phone user or if they had never used a cell phone before.