Researchers have mapped pancreatic cancer tumor ecosystems using tissue from both the primary tumor and metastatic disease. The study uncovers notable differences that could lead to new treatment strategies for the often-deadly disease.
he 2025 recipient of the American Society for Investigative Pathology (ASIP) Outstanding Investigator Award is Dr. Pilar Alcaide, Kenneth and Jo Ann G. Wellner Professor, Director of Tufts Immunology Graduate Program, and Assistant Dean for Faculty Development in the Department of Immunology at the Tufts University School of Medicine.
The 2025 recipient of the American Society for Investigative Pathology (ASIP) Robbins Distinguished Educator Award is Dr. Dani S. Zander, MacKenzie Professor and Chair in the Department of Pathology and Laboratory Medicine at the University of Cincinnati College of Medicine.
The 2025 recipient of the American Society for Investigative Pathology Cotran Early Career Investigator Award is Dr. Onur Kanisicak, an Associate Professor in the Department of Emergency Medicine at the Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center.
The lab of Jason Stein, PhD, associate professor of genetics and member of the UNC Neuroscience Center, has created a controlled model system that could help researchers know more about the genetic variants that increase one鈥檚 risk for developing a psychiatric disorder.
Plants widen microscopic pores on their leaves in response to heat. But scientists lacked an understanding of the mechanisms behind this 鈥渟weating鈥 function. Now, biologists have unlocked the details behind these processes and identified two paths that plants use to handle rising temperatures.
With free COVID-19 rapid tests now shipping to households nationwide, and many other types of at-home medical tests now available, a new study looks at what older adults think about the ability to get answers to medical questions without leaving home.
Pregnant people are bombarded with advice about how to keep their future children healthy. While parents worry about nutritional supplements and exercise, one aspect is less often discussed: how paternal reproductive health can be an indicator for the health of their children and, perhaps surprisingly, the rest of the family.
When Kelly Gould became pregnant with her son, the Las Vegas resident, like any mother-to-be, was worried about potential complications. Still, when her doctor recommended further genetic testing after a routine 30-week growth scan, she was caught off guard.
Largest Global Gathering of Kidney Professionals Expands Program to Include More Breaking Research and Focused Discussions on Key Public Health and Policy Issues
In addition to the studies featured on the press program (details here) for the 2024 American Society for Radiation Oncology (ASTRO) Annual Meeting, the following studies were recommended by ASTRO experts and may be of interest to journalists.
New mouse model research led by scientists at The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center, College of Medicine and Imperial College London explored how nerve cells repair themselves, which could lead to new treatments for nerve injuries.
At 7-years-old, Amelia and Makenzie Kahn were diagnosed with juvenile Batten disease, an extremely rare and progressively fatal genetic disorder. Instead of giving in to the disease, the Kahn family searched for a treatment.
In a remarkable display of bench to bedside science, a therapeutic developed by U-M鈥檚 Michelle Hastings, Ph.D. is now being used to treat twin girls with a rare form of juvenile Batten disease.
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A recent study has uncovered the genetic mechanism behind polyembryony in mango鈥攁 process where a single seed produces multiple embryos. By identifying the key reproductive wuschel-related protein (MiRWP) gene, researchers have unlocked how this natural cloning process occurs through changes in gene expression. The discovery has potential to transform agricultural practices, offering new methods for cultivating uniform plants and improving crop production efficiency across various fruit species.
A pivotal study has uncovered the genetic blueprint behind grape berry texture, a key factor in the fruit鈥檚 commercial value. By mapping the genetic markers associated with firmness and brittleness, researchers have identified critical quantitative trait loci (QTLs) and candidate genes that could revolutionize grape breeding, leading to superior varieties for both table grapes and wine production.