Cancer Research
Research by engineers and cancer biologists at Virginia Tech indicate that using specific silicon microdevices might provide a new way to screen breast cancer cells' ability to metastasize. More here
Researchers at the University of Nebraska Medical Center's Eppley Cancer Center recently gained insight into how cells move around the body, which could lead to drugs that prevent cancers from spreading. Story
Actor Michael Douglas says he's beaten throat cancer. News
Genetics
An analysis of 54 studies suggests that there really is a depression gene that can affect how people respond to stressful life events. Story
Researchers discover a method for more precise identification of those who should undergo testing for genetic mutations of the tumor suppressor gene PTEN, which is associated with several types of cancers. More
Complete Genomics releases genome sequences from a well-studied Yoruba family. Complete Genomics release
Stem Cells
OncoMed Pharmaceuticals, a Redwood City, CA., company that develops stem cell therapeutics targeting cancer, has begun a Phase I clinical trial of OMP-59R5 in patients with advanced solid tumor cancers. OMP-59R5 is a monoclonal antibody that binds selected notch receptors and is the first antibody to specifically block these targets to enter human studies, according to the company. Release
Florida-based Bioheart says a stem cell study conducted by a Czech Republic scientist using the company's technology found promising results for patients at risk of losing limbs. Story
Dying wolf given stem cells stuns vets with recovery. Report