Why some are more susceptible to environmental carcinogens
UH Cancer Center researchers found that people carrying BAP1 gene mutations are more susceptible to asbestos, sunlight and other environmental carcinogens.
Cancer treatment potential of ironweed plant
A UH Cancer Center researcher receives a $3 million NCI grant to study how natural compounds in ironweed plant extract can be used to treat breast and brain cancers.
Law graduate honored with star treatment from LA Lakers
Cancer survivor and William S. Richard School of Law graduate Jamil Newirth became a “Laker for a Day.”
2013 Nobel Laureate speaks at UH Cancer Center symposium
Top-scientists from across the nation presented at the cancer symposium, and looked at opportunities for future research collaborations.
New driver of aggressive brain cancer discovered by UH Cancer Center researchers
The discovery can help researchers create novel targeted therapies potentially reducing deaths from this devastating cancer.
UH Cancer Center researcher awarded $4.5 million to study breast and other cancers
Lana Garmire’s research will identify biomarkers for preeclampsia and breast cancer risks and develop personalized treatments.
New cancer treatment strategy discovered for acute myeloid leukemia
UH Cancer Center researchers discovered a novel therapeutic target and treatment strategy for acute myeloid leukemia, a cancer of the blood and bone marrow.
UH Cancer Center studies best way to reduce abdominal fat to lower cancer risk
A UH Cancer Center study will research if changes in dietary habits can reduce the amount of fat inside the abdomen to potentially decrease the risk for cancer.
Smokers with newly discovered genetic markers have higher lung cancer risk
Researchers discover new genetic markers associated with a fast rate of nicotine metabolism, which potentially leads smokers to smoke more, thereby, increasing their risk for lung cancer.
Cancer treatment algorithm developed by UH Cancer Center
UH Mānoa’s Gordon Okimoto’s computational algorithm analyzes genomic data to help diagnose and treat cancer.
