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Preoperative chemo-immunotherapy more effective than immunotherapy alone in patients with head and neck cancer

A study published in JAMA Otolaryngology–Head & Neck Surgery found that preoperative chemo-immunotherapy was more effective than immunotherapy alone in reducing tumor size in patients with head and neck cancer. The study analyzed data from 86 adults with head and neck cancer treated between July 2024 and March 2026, and showed that pat...

SourceThe Mount Sinai Hospital / Mount Sinai School of Medicine·JournalJAMA Otolaryngology–Head & Neck Surgery·DateAug 13, 2026

Chinese Neurosurgical Journal reviews explore blood–brain barrier-aware nanomedicines for glioblastoma

Recent research explores the use of nanomaterial-based drug delivery to increase treatment efficacy for glioblastoma, a type of brain tumor with poor prognosis. Stimuli-responsive and biomimetic nanomedicines are designed to overcome the blood–brain barrier and deliver drugs selectively within tumors.

SourceChinese Neurosurgical Journal·JournalChinese Neurosurgical Journal·TypeSystematic review·DateAug 12, 2026

Experimental drug turns cancer’s favorite fuel—sugar—against it

Researchers have developed an experimental drug that tricks cancer cells into consuming more sugar than usual, then blocks their backup fuel source – fat. This approach puts cancer cells under so much stress that many die, demonstrating effectiveness in treating aggressive melanoma in mice.

SourceUniversity of Texas at Austin·JournalNature Chemical Biology·TypeExperimental study·DateAug 5, 2026
Apple iPhone 17 Pro

Apple iPhone 17 Pro delivers top performance and advanced cameras for field documentation, data collection, and secure research communications.

Cancer medicine approvals in the US

A cross-sectional study examines trends in US FDA-approved cancer medicines for adult solid tumors between 2006 and 2025. The analysis reveals significant increases in approvals, particularly for original indication approvals.

SourceJAMA Network·JournalJAMA·DateJul 30, 2026

Chinese Medical Journal Review highlights stable CircRNAs as non‑invasive biomarkers for cancer detection and therapy

Circulating circRNAs show high cell-type and tissue specificity, making them ideal for non-invasive cancer management. They can be detected in multiple body fluids and reflect treatment response, positioning them as functional drivers of therapy resistance.

SourceChinese Medical Journals Publishing House Co., Ltd.·JournalChinese Medical Journal·TypeLiterature review·DateJul 28, 2026

Bioengineer receives CPRIT grants for work on rare cancer

Dr. Yi Li receives CPRIT funding to develop treatments for solitary fibrous tumor, a rare cancer driven by gene fusions. Researchers are working on novel therapies, including immunotherapy and antisense oligonucleotides, to reduce cancer-causing signal activity.

SourceUniversity of Texas at Dallas·DateJul 27, 2026

New approach to designing drugs supercharges cancer medication

Researchers have developed a new approach to designing drugs that can target multiple types of cancer cells, significantly improving treatment outcomes in mice. By self-assembling into two antibodies that bind together and attack multiple receptors, the modified antibody-drug conjugates outperformed standard treatments.

SourceWashU Medicine·JournalNature·TypeExperimental study·DateJul 15, 2026
Sky & Telescope Pocket Sky Atlas, 2nd Edition

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Targeting tumor relapse in pediatric brain cancer

Researchers at MUSC Hollings Cancer Center have identified a potential way to reduce relapse in medulloblastoma by targeting tumor cells most likely to survive treatment and drive regrowth. The dual-pathway approach, focusing on CK1α, shows promise in preclinical models.

SourceMedical University of South Carolina·JournalCell Death and Disease·TypeExperimental study·DateMay 26, 2026
SAMSUNG T9 Portable SSD 2TB

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Slowly ticking breast cancer cells offer new clues to late relapse

Researchers have identified a hidden mechanism explaining why breast cancer can return years after successful treatment. Slow-growing breast cancer cells can form microscopic tumours that silently tick away in distant organs, evading detection for decades.

SourceGarvan Institute of Medical Research·JournalNature Communications·TypeExperimental study·DateMay 11, 2026

ERASur colorectal cancer trial reaches one-third patient accrual milestone

The ERASur clinical trial is investigating whether total ablative therapy can improve overall survival in patients with newly diagnosed, limited metastatic colorectal cancer. The study has reached one-third patient accrual milestone, signaling strong momentum.

SourceAlliance for Clinical Trials in Oncology·TypeRandomized controlled/clinical trial·DateMay 6, 2026
Meta Quest 3 512GB

Meta Quest 3 512GB enables immersive mission planning, terrain rehearsal, and interactive STEM demos with high-resolution mixed-reality experiences.

UH researchers discover potential breakthrough for Crohn’s disease treatment

Researchers from UH, Baylor College of Medicine and MD Anderson Cancer Center propose a new treatment approach for Crohn's disease by targeting the stress signal that fuels inflammation. They found that repurposing two existing cancer medications can promote natural repair and regeneration of the intestinal lining.

SourceUniversity of Houston·JournalGastro Hep Advances·DateApr 27, 2026
GQ GMC-500Plus Geiger Counter

GQ GMC-500Plus Geiger Counter logs beta, gamma, and X-ray levels for environmental monitoring, training labs, and safety demonstrations.

Antidepressant unable to prevent chemotherapy-associated nerve damage

A randomized trial found that duloxetine does not prevent painful neuropathy caused by oxaliplatin-based chemotherapy in patients with stage II or III colorectal cancer. The study suggests that duloxetine should only be used for managing existing neuropathy, not prevention.

SourceAlliance for Clinical Trials in Oncology·JournalJCO Oncology Advances·TypeRandomized controlled/clinical trial·DateApr 8, 2026

New study finds common blood pressure drug boosts cancer treatment

A new study found that the common blood pressure medication telmisartan can significantly enhance the cancer-killing activity of olaparib, potentially expanding its use to many more patients. Telmisartan made tumors more vulnerable to PARP inhibitors, even when they lacked specific DNA repair defects.

SourceDartmouth Health·JournalJournal for ImmunoTherapy of Cancer·TypeExperimental study·DateMar 25, 2026

Elinzanetant reduces severity and frequency of hot flushes and night sweats, regardless of type of hormone treatment breast cancer patients receive

A new analysis shows elinzanetant effectively relieves moderate-to-severe vasomotor symptoms (VMS) associated with endocrine therapy, regardless of the type of hormone treatment. The drug reduces VMS frequency and severity by blocking a protein that triggers these symptoms.

SourceEuropean Organisation for Research and Treatment of Cancer·TypeRandomized controlled/clinical trial·DateMar 25, 2026

UIC research: A cancer drug that treats herpes, too

Researchers successfully treated drug-resistant strains of herpes using doxorubicin, a known anticancer drug. The treatment works by targeting a pathway used by the virus, preventing infection and potentially saving lives for vulnerable patients.

SourceUniversity of Illinois Chicago·JournalDrug Resistance Updates·DateMar 24, 2026
Creality K1 Max 3D Printer

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Novel cancer drug delivery system improves Paclitaxel absorption

A novel drug delivery system developed by Osaka Metropolitan University improves Paclitaxel absorption by binding to the lipocalin-type prostaglandin D synthase enzyme, enabling selective delivery to cancer tissues. The system demonstrates significant tumor suppression effects even after administration cessation.

SourceOsaka Metropolitan University·JournalACS Omega·TypeExperimental study·DateMar 16, 2026

Researchers break decades-old bottleneck in chemotherapy drug manufacturing

Researchers have identified and resolved molecular bottlenecks to produce doxorubicin, a vital chemotherapy agent, resulting in a 180% increase in production. This breakthrough enables cost-effective manufacturing of essential antibiotics and anti-cancer agents, promising a cleaner and more reliable supply of life-saving medicines.

SourceUniversity of Turku·JournalNature Communications·DateMar 13, 2026

Bursting cancer-seeking microbubbles to deliver deadly drugs

Researchers at Duke University have developed a technique using microbubbles and ultrasound to deliver large cancer drugs into cells, causing them to self-destruct. The technology, called SonoPIN, shows promise in precisely delivering therapeutics to cancer cells with minimal off-target effects.

SourceDuke University·JournalProceedings of the National Academy of Sciences·TypeExperimental study·DateMar 13, 2026
Sky-Watcher EQ6-R Pro Equatorial Mount

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Deep-sea natural compound targets cancer cells through a dual mechanism

Researchers discovered yaku'amide B induces CD9 degradation, a cancer stem cell-related protein, in addition to inhibiting ATP synthase, leading to cellular energy depletion and cancer cell suppression. This natural compound has potential as a new therapeutic approach for cancer treatment.

SourceTokyo University of Agriculture and Technology·JournalJournal of the American Chemical Society·TypeExperimental study·DateMar 11, 2026

Alliance trial aims to improve outcomes for chronic lymphocytic leukemia

The Alliance trial explores the combination of zanubrutinib and sonrotoclax for CLL treatment, aiming to send cancer into remission and allow patients to stop treatment earlier. The study has the potential to be life-changing for patients and their families, reducing the burden of ongoing therapy and improving quality of life.

SourceAlliance for Clinical Trials in Oncology·DateMar 11, 2026

Chemotherapy candidate can marshall attention from the body’s natural defenses

Researchers discover a potential chemotherapy agent that causes cancer cells to release signals similar to those released by infected cells, triggering an immune response. This finding could lead to a new approach in cancer treatment, using lower doses of chemotherapy drugs to recruit the immune system as an ally.

SourceUniversity of Texas at Austin·JournalProceedings of the National Academy of Sciences·TypeExperimental study·DateMar 11, 2026
CalDigit TS4 Thunderbolt 4 Dock

CalDigit TS4 Thunderbolt 4 Dock simplifies serious desks with 18 ports for high-speed storage, monitors, and instruments across Mac and PC setups.

Multiple myeloma: Established cancer drug reactivates immunotherapy

Researchers have discovered a new mechanism by which an existing cancer drug can block the loss of BCMA molecules on cancer cells, allowing CAR T cell therapy to become effective again in some patients. The study shows that carfilzomib can prevent the degradation of BCMA and restore its presence on the surface of malignant plasma cells.

SourceTechnical University of Munich (TUM)·JournalBlood·TypeExperimental study·DateFeb 11, 2026

Yeast cells can be used for rapid testing of cancer immunotherapy

Engineered yeast cells can mimic real cancer cells and be used to test new cancer immunotherapies much faster and cheaper than before. This new technology enables researchers to assess which CAR T variants are most promising much more quickly, leading to safer and more targeted cancer treatments.

SourceTechnical University of Denmark·JournalNature Communications·DateFeb 4, 2026
GoPro HERO13 Black

GoPro HERO13 Black records stabilized 5.3K video for instrument deployments, field notes, and outreach, even in harsh weather and underwater conditions.

New England Journal of Medicine publishes phase 3 PATINA trial data demonstrating a significant progression-free survival benefit with palbociclib in metastatic HR+, HER2+ breast cancer

The PATINA trial demonstrates a significant progression-free survival benefit with palbociclib in patients with hormone receptor-positive (HR+), human epidermal growth factor receptor 2-positive (HER2+) metastatic breast cancer. The study showed a median progression-free survival of 44.3 months, compared to 29.1 months in the control arm.

SourcePrECOG, LLC·JournalNew England Journal of Medicine·DateJan 29, 2026

Rye pollen’s cancer-fighting structure revealed for first time

Scientists at Northwestern University have determined the three-dimensional structures of rye pollen's cancer-fighting molecules, secalosides A and B. This breakthrough opens the door to exploring how these molecules interact with the immune system and could inspire new approaches to cancer therapy.

SourceNorthwestern University·JournalJournal of the American Chemical Society·DateJan 21, 2026

Researchers uncover how tumors become resistant to promising p53-targeted therapy

A Mass General Brigham study identifies new mutations that emerge in tumor cells following treatment, driving resistance in patients with different types of cancer. The researchers found two main categories of mutations: those impairing p53 function and others disrupting drug binding, highlighting a path forward for overcoming resistance.

SourceMass General Brigham·JournalCancer Discovery·TypeObservational study·DateJan 12, 2026
Kestrel 3000 Pocket Weather Meter

Kestrel 3000 Pocket Weather Meter measures wind, temperature, and humidity in real time for site assessments, aviation checks, and safety briefings.

Mathematicians tame cellular “noise” to control life at the single-cell level

Researchers create a novel mathematical framework to control biological noise, enabling precise single-cell control. The 'Noise Robust Perfect Adaptation' technology suppresses stochastic fluctuations while maintaining stable average behavior, with promising applications in cancer therapy and synthetic biology.

SourceInstitute for Basic Science·JournalNature Communications·TypeComputational simulation/modeling·DateJan 2, 2026

Machine learning drives drug repurposing for neuroblastoma

A study published in EMBO Molecular Medicine has identified a combination of statins and phenothiazines that shows promise in treating aggressive neuroblastoma. The drug combination was found to impede tumour growth and improve survival rates in laboratory trials with mice.

SourceLund University·JournalEMBO Molecular Medicine·TypeComputational simulation/modeling·DateDec 29, 2025
Celestron NexStar 8SE Computerized Telescope

Celestron NexStar 8SE Computerized Telescope combines portable Schmidt-Cassegrain optics with GoTo pointing for outreach nights and field campaigns.

SABCS: Novel endocrine therapy reduces the risk of breast cancer recurrence

A new oral endocrine therapy, giredestrant, has been shown to significantly lower the risk of breast cancer recurrence in early-stage HR-positive/HER2-negative patients. In a large clinical trial, patients treated with giredestrant were 30% less likely to have invasive disease recur or progress.

SourceUniversity of California - Los Angeles Health Sciences·DateDec 10, 2025

Potential treatment to bypass resistance in deadly childhood cancer

Australian researchers have discovered a drug combination that can bypass the cellular defenses developed by neuroblastoma tumors, making it more effective against relapsed cases. The combination reduces tumor growth and extends survival time compared to standard treatment alone.

SourceGarvan Institute of Medical Research·JournalScience Advances·TypeExperimental study·DateNov 28, 2025

From inhibition to destruction – kinase drugs found to trigger protein degradation

A new study reveals that kinase inhibitors can accelerate the degradation of targeted proteins, which is not a rare quirk but a common mechanism. This discovery could help design better drugs that remove kinases altogether or explain unexpected effects of existing therapies.

SourceCeMM Research Center for Molecular Medicine of the Austrian Academy of Sciences·JournalNature·TypeExperimental study·DateNov 26, 2025
AmScope B120C-5M Compound Microscope

AmScope B120C-5M Compound Microscope supports teaching labs and QA checks with LED illumination, mechanical stage, and included 5MP camera.

Calcium-sensitive switch boosts the efficacy of cancer drugs

A new study has developed a calcium-activated delivery system that enables more precise cancer treatment, reducing side effects and improving outcomes. The system uses a 'calcium switch' to target tumor cells, releasing a lethal payload deep within, while sparing healthy tissue.

SourceKTH, Royal Institute of Technology·JournalProceedings of the National Academy of Sciences·TypeExperimental study·DateNov 24, 2025
Aranet4 Home CO2 Monitor

Aranet4 Home CO2 Monitor tracks ventilation quality in labs, classrooms, and conference rooms with long battery life and clear e-ink readouts.

Davis Instruments Vantage Pro2 Weather Station

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Novel therapy for pet cats with head and neck cancers could help humans, too

A new class of targeted therapy showed promise in treating head and neck squamous cell carcinoma (HNSCC) in pet cats, with 35% of patients experiencing controlled disease. The drug, which targets the transcription factor STAT3, also raised levels of PD-1, a protein associated with an immune response to cancer.

SourceCell Press·JournalCancer Cell·TypeRandomized controlled/clinical trial·DateAug 28, 2025

Aramchol boosts regorafenib effectiveness in gastrointestinal tumors

Researchers found that combining aramchol with regorafenib killed liver and colorectal cancer cells more effectively than either drug alone, triggering stress responses and disrupting survival pathways. The combination was especially effective in cells with a genetic variant called ATG16L1 T300.

SourceImpact Journals LLC·JournalOncotarget·TypeNews article·DateAug 19, 2025

Researchers uncover potential mechanism driving treatment resistance in common breast cancer

A study at the Garvan Institute of Medical Research found that inactivation of a stress pathway makes ER+ breast cancer cells ignore stress signals, allowing them to evade treatment. The JNK pathway acts as a cellular alarm system, and its disruption leads to treatment resistance.

SourceGarvan Institute of Medical Research·JournalJournal of Experimental & Clinical Cancer Research·TypeExperimental study·DateAug 18, 2025
Apple iPad Pro 11-inch (M4)

Apple iPad Pro 11-inch (M4) runs demanding GIS, imaging, and annotation workflows on the go for surveys, briefings, and lab notebooks.