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Ariad Pharmaceuticals ARIA issued a corporate update press release today (4/4/2013). The main focused was CML drug ICLUSIG (ponatinib), but there were also more updates, discussion, and color regarding their ALK/EGFR inhibitor AP26113 than I expected. Therefore, I'll summarize these below along with any additional color from the conference call. [...]
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Researchers from the University of North Carolina (UNC) just reported that they have isolated, for the first time, stem cells from human intestinal tissue. According to them, their findings may allow other scientists to unveil the deeper mechanisms of human, intestinal stem cells. The study may also have implications in the treatment of inflammatory bowel disease and gut damage induced by chemotherapy and/or radiation therapy.Full Story
Gracz, A., Fuller, M., Wang, F., Li, L., Stelzner, M., Dunn, J., Martin, M. & Magness, S. (2013). CD24 and CD44 Mark Human Intestinal Epithelial Cell Populations with Characteristics of Active and Facultative Stem Cells, STEM CELLS, DOI: 10.1002/stem.1391
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Researchers from the RUB clinic Bergmannsheil announced today some very promising results for patients requiring a partial bone removal in their lower leg, like cancer victims and people with serious injuries. The researchers say, that stem cells reduced the time required for growing one centimetre of bone from an average 49 to 37 days.Full Story
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I would like to thank Prof. Robert Streiffer for taking the time to comment on an earlier post of mine regarding the ongoing dialogue on the ethics of animal research at UW-Madison. I had originally drafted an email to him … Continue reading →
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Investigations and media reports into the use and dangers of Poly Implant Prosthese (PIP) silicone breast implants have renewed the debate about implant safety. Research in the British Journal of Surgery explores the differences between mechanical and viscoelastic properties in both PIP and medical-grade silicone implants, to determine structural changes occurring after implantation. PIP silicone … Continue reading »
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Looking for the most cited Oncology articles? Below are just some of the popular papers your colleagues have cited. Read through these free research papers before the access expires on June 30. Also, don’t forget to subscribe to Oncology Updates via Email so you don’t miss out on important news and research in your field. … Continue reading »
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If you enjoyed the recent HSP90-related AACR preview posts, be sure to also visit the sister site BiotechDueDiligence for several more AACR preview editions this week, and more coverage from the conference April 6-10th. [...]
