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SAN DIEGO, May 20, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- TRACON Pharmaceuticals, a biopharmaceutical company that develops targeted therapies for oncology and ophthalmology, today announced multiple clinical investigations for TRC105 and the presentation of two abstracts at the 49(th) Annual Meeting of the American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO), held May 31 to June 4 in Chicago. TRC105, a novel monoclonal antibody to endoglin (CD105), is being studied in multiple clinical trials in combination...
Company to Focus on Small Molecule Selective Translation Regulators for Cancer SAN DIEGO, May 20, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- eFFECTOR Therapeutics, a newly established biopharmaceutical company, today announced the completion of a $45 million Series A financing. eFFECTOR is focused on inventing and developing small molecule drugs to selectively regulate protein synthesis, also known as translation, with an initial emphasis on cancer. Series A investors include U.S. Venture Partners,...
Groundbreaking research published in International Journal of Oncology SAN FRANCISCO, May 20, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- A study published in the June issue of the International Journal of Oncology found that Poria Triterpine Extract (PTE), a mixture of triterpines from Poria cocos, a medicinal mushroom used in traditional Asian medicine, suppress the proliferation of human pancreatic cancer cell lines. Pancreatic cancer has some of the poorest survival rates among all types of cancer....
Australian Researchers Astonished to Learn P53 Not Only Seeks and Destroys, But Prevents DALLAS (PRWEB) May 19, 2013 Scientists are on the verge of unraveling the genesis of cancer. By studying the behavior of distorted genes in the malignant microenvironment (inside the body) studies are attempting to recode damaged gene signals so the body’s immune system can search and destroy cancer. But that’s not all. 1 P53 protein has long been the subject of intense investigation because it...
On 6 May 2013, Platypus Australia observed ‘Melanoma Monday’ and began their mission of making May, the official Skin Cancer Awareness Month, known to families. The children’s sun protection swimwear company urges parents to learn how to protect their kids from the ill effects of prolonged sun exposure. Sydney, NSW (PRWEB) May 20, 2013 May is officially known as Skin Cancer Awareness Month in the USA. Although located down under, Platypus Australia, the country's forerunner in...
With an estimated 20,000 Coloradoans being diagnosed with cancer each year, Step Up for Cancer provides an entertaining, healthy and exciting way for participants to make a difference in the fight and raise money for over 40 Colorado cancer non-profit organizations. Step Up for Cancer brings them together under on umbrella for one cause and one community. Denver, CO (PRWEB) May 18, 2013 Registration is now open online at http://www.stepupforcancer.com for the Fifth Annual Step Up for...
The National Cancer Institute reports that obese people are twice as likely to develop esophageal cancer. Diet Doc's newly improved and modernized version of hCG diet plans makes losing weight safer and more effective, potentially reducing the risk for developing obesity related esophageal cancer. Mobile, AL (PRWEB) May 18, 2013 Although obesity is associated with an increased risk for several malignant tumors, the association between obesity and esophageal adenocarcinoma, a type of...
EndoChoice's Fuse system receives FDA 510(k) Clearance ORLANDO, Fla., May 18, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- Although colonoscopy exams prevent many colon cancer deaths(1) and are considered the most sensitive method for detecting colorectal cancers(2), the procedure is not completely effective in preventing cancer cases(3). EndoChoice(®) Inc. today unveiled research that shows that its new Fuse(TM) system significantly improves the accuracy of this procedure and greatly reduces the number...
The Lung Cancer Asbestos Victims Center says, "We now believe the worst kept secret for the vast majority of lung cancer victims in the United States is if they were exposed to asbestos in their workplace they may be eligible for significant financial compensation, and we want to hear from these victims, or their family members so we can try to get them on a path towards financial compensation, and at the same time we want to make certain all victims of mesothelioma have the best...
Inspired by Coco’s Closet owner’s own battle with cancer, the merchandise follows a new attitude toward cancer evidenced by announcements by celebrities like Angelina Jolie and CNN’s Zoraida Sambolin about their own cancer decisions. St. Augustine, FL (PRWEB) May 17, 2013 When businesswoman Carolyn Akel, owner of Coco’s Closet, fought and won a battle with cancer last year. Her mantra to friends and family was “I have no time for cancer.” This year she’s supporting other...
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The British Journal of Cancer (BJC) is a professional medical journal published biweekly by the Nature Publishing Group (a division of Macmillan Publishers Ltd.) on behalf of Cancer Research UK. It provides a forum for clinicians and scientists to communicate original research findings that have relevance to understanding the etiology of cancer and to improving patient treatment and survival. Papers are published both in print and online. The journal publishes full research papers and...
Merkel cell polyomavirus (MCV or MCPyV), first discovered in January 2008, is one of seven human tumor viruses. It is suspected to cause most of Merkel cell carcinoma which is a rare, aggressive form of skin cancer. Around 80% of Merkel cell carcinoma tumors are found to be infected with MCV. It is found in respiratory secretions suggesting that it may be transmitted by a respiratory route. Usually the tumors with MCV viruses go through at least two mutations that render the virus...
A human papillomavirus (HPV), a member of the papillomavirus family, is capable of infecting humans. HPVs establish productive infections in the skin or mucous membranes. Most of the 200 known types cause no symptoms in most people. Some types can cause warts, while others can lead to cancer. There are more than 30 to 40 types of HPV that are typically transmitted through sexual contact and infect the anogenital region. High risk HPV, can lead to cancer, in fact HPV infection is a cause of...
Asbestos (Greek a-, "not"; sbestos, "extinguishable") is a group of fibrous metamorphic minerals. The name is derived for its historical use in lamp wicks; the resistance of asbestos to fire has long been exploited for a variety of purposes. It was used in fabrics such as Egyptian burial cloths and Charlemagne's tablecloth, which, according to legend, he threw in a fire to clean. When asbestos is used for its resistance to fire or heat, the fibers are typically mixed with cement or woven...
Cancer Constellation -- The constellation Cancer, the crab, is known in astronomy and astrology as one of the twelve constellations of the zodiac. Cancer is small and dim, and does not resemble a crab. It lies between Gemini to the west and Leo to the east, Lynx to the north and Canis Minor and Hydra to the south. Notable features The brightest star in Cancer is β Cancri, called Al Tarf ("the end" of the crab's leg). Other stars include Acubens (α), and the Aselli (the...
