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Three quarters will survive cancer by 2035, government promises

Posted in Medicine, Science on 27th Feb, 2026
by Alexander Muller

Earlier diagnosis and faster access to treatment is a core part of the government's plan

Tumors Command the Brain to Suppress T Cells

Posted in Medicine, Science on 25th Feb, 2026
by Alexander Muller

A new Nature study shows how cancerous tumors help themselves grow by communicating with the brain.

New study in JNCCN unlocks important information about how to treat recurring prostate cancer

Posted in Medicine, Science on 9th Feb, 2026
by Alexander Muller

The researchers noted that by using PET/CT scans, they may be able to tailor therapies to not only achieve better results but also to reduce side-effects by avoiding any treatments that are less likely to be effective.

New Cancer Treatment Uses Modified Cells to Train the Immune System

Posted in Medicine, Science on 30th Jan, 2026
by Alexander Muller

However, this early work represents a promising direction in oncology, one that leverages the complexity of the immune system rather than relying solely on conventional therapies.

Humans May Have Far More Than Five Senses

Posted in Science on 30th Jan, 2026
by Alexander Muller

For centuries, humans have been taught that we experience the world through five senses: sight, hearing, smell, taste, and touch. However, modern neuroscience and philosophy suggest this framework is far too limited.