Stress accelerates aging of immune system, study finds
Everyday stressors, traumatic events, job strain and discrimination prematurely weaken the body’s mix of immune cells, potentially increasing a person’s risk of disease.
Research award accelerates USC’s work on next-generation cell therapy for prostate cancer
The California Institute for Regenerative Medicine awards $5.8 million to researchers in the Jane Ann Nohl Division of Hematology at the Keck School of Medicine of USC.
Keck Medicine of USC opens state-of-the-art oncology clinic and infusion center in Newport Beach
The new location uses the latest technology and includes an on-site laboratory and pharmacy to provide patients with coordinated, personalized care.
Metastatic prostate cancer on the rise since decrease in recommended screenings
After routine prostate cancer screenings were no longer recommended, the incidence rate of metastatic prostate cancer rose more than 40% in men 45 and older, a Keck Medicine of USC study found.
2 USC scientists called to serve on Biden’s renewed Cancer Moonshot initiative
John Carpten and Peter Kuhn will serve in the research effort aimed at reducing the national cancer death rate by 50% in the next 25 years.
Cancer Moonshot funds will help USC researchers reduce health disparities in cancer research
The $18.5 million grant will help researchers at USC Norris Comprehensive Cancer Center close the gap in understanding colorectal cancer in Hispanic patients.
Communication between cells plays a major role in deciding their fate
Findings from a new study could point the way to new treatments for blood diseases including cancers such as leukemia and lymphoma.
How alike are the cancer cells from a single patient?
The USC study also underscored a major problem facing cancer researchers: studying non-representative samples of patient cells.
Drug-like molecule points to novel strategies for cancer therapy
Work from scientists led by USC’s Oliver Bell and a colleague could counteract the effects of mutated epigenetic regulators, which are known to drive certain types of cancer including lymphoma.
USC Norris Comprehensive Cancer Center tests potential therapy for aggressive type of breast cancer
A global clinical trial will assess the new therapy, which combines a monoclonal antibody and anti-cancer medication to deliver targeted doses directly to the tumor cells.
Screenings for gynecologic and breast cancers may save your life
With women’s health in mind, USC experts explain why screenings and yearly preventive visits are essential and who may need additional testing offered.
Different types of cancers are likely to spread to specific areas of the brain
The USC study’s findings are important because they may predict where a specific cancer may spread in the brain, and may also have implications for how brain tumors grow.
USC’s John Carpten to chair President Biden’s National Cancer Advisory Board
As chair of the presidential board, Carpten will be in a position to guide the nation’s cancer research efforts.
Rates of the most common form of liver cancer are rising in rural areas
USC research indicates that those most at risk of hepatocellular carcinoma are men ages 60-69, non-Hispanic Blacks, American Indian/Alaskan Natives and residents of high-poverty areas.
A T-cell power-up for tumor treatments
USC Viterbi doctoral student researchers have found a new way to enhance the cancer-killing properties of CAR T-cell therapies, which makes them more effective in fighting tumors.
New risk factor identified for the most common childhood cancer
Children genetically predisposed to overproduce lymphocytes in relation to other white blood cells are at higher risk of developing acute lymphoblastic leukemia, according to USC research.
Racial and ethnic disparities discovered in post-operative breast cancer surgery outcomes
Hispanic and non-Hispanic Black women are more likely to have a post-surgery emergency department visit within 90 days than non-Hispanic white women, a USC study found.
Scientists identify a culprit behind pediatric brain cancer’s spread
The ABAT enzyme helps cancerous medulloblastoma cells feed and survive, according to a study led by the USC Brain Tumor Center and the Norris Comprehensive Cancer Center.
Inherited risk of early-onset cancer higher among Latino, African American and Asian/Pacific Islander families
These findings by USC researchers could help health care providers and genetic counselors offer more precision-based care and advice, particularly in the multiethnic populations of L.A. County.
USC Norris Comprehensive Cancer Center to establish the Cancer Wellness HUBs with Lazarex Cancer Foundation grant
HUBs will enhance community engagement and provide a local resource for cancer-related education and navigation support for cancer services.
Five Surprising Ways Plants Can Keep You Healthy
You might find a hangover cure, protection against Alzheimer’s and much more in nature’s bounty.
This Tiny Device May Help Scientists Cure Colorectal Cancer
USC physician-scientists look for promising treatments for colorectal cancer on a postage stamp-size chip.
Chanita Hughes-Halbert to advance cancer equity at USC Norris Comprehensive Cancer Center
A nationally recognized leader in cancer prevention and minority health research, she has dedicated her career to reducing the disparities in cancer outcomes that affect patients from underrepresented communities.
USC and Cedars-Sinai to jump-start young scientists’ efforts to cure cancer
Peter Kuhn of the USC Michelson Center for Convergent Bioscience will serve as deputy director of a new virtual cancer center, funded by a grant from the Department of Defense.