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‘Bespoke’ mRNA vaccine significantly reduces risk of melanoma recurrence or death, clinical trial shows

Trial results represent ‘foundational shift’ in approach to cancer, allowing scientists to harness immune system in more personalised way

The Guardian - AU · Oct 23

Aussie scientists drive cancer vaccine discovery

A trial spearheaded by a leading Australian researcher has shown the effectiveness of a new kind of personalised cancer treatment in the form of a vaccine.

AAP · Oct 23

Details of Moderna's Breakthrough Cancer Vaccine Got Leaked. Its Stock is Plunging.

The stock fell up to 25% even though the data that was leaked was positive in relation to Wall Street's expectations.

International Business Times · Oct 22

Ex-Australian of the Year honoured as 'end point' nears

The prime minister has honoured pathologist and cancer patient Richard Scolyer with a multimillion-dollar commitment in his name.

AAP · Sep 3, 2025

‘I feel very touched’: as his brain cancer recurs, Richard Scolyer finds solace in family, friends and running

Before the recurrence of the disease, the former Australian of the Year set himself the goal of 250 parkruns. On his 242nd, he reflects on life and cancer

The Guardian - AU · Apr 27, 2025

Richard Scolyer says ‘prognosis is poor’ after brain cancer returns and surgery unsuccessful

Former Australian of the Year was treated with pioneering immunotherapy based on his own research

The Guardian - AU · Mar 10, 2025

Former Australian of the year Richard Scolyer ‘focused on my recovery’ after complex brain surgery

Scolyer was diagnosed with an incurable form of brain cancer in 2023

The Guardian - AU · Mar 5, 2025

The scientist who tested his revolutionary medicine on his own brain cancer: ‘It seemed worth it to give it a crack’

Richard Scolyer was one of the world’s leading melanoma researchers when he was struck with a brain tumour. Facing likely death, his team made him a guinea pig for his own medicine

The Guardian - AU · Nov 2, 2024

King hailed for ‘courageous’ decision to go public with cancer diagnosis

Charles met leading skin cancer experts as he visited the Melanoma Institute Australia in Sydney.

The Independent UK · Oct 22, 2024

First Thing: Biden to issue order on new restrictions at US-Mexico border

President’s move comes amid voter dissatisfaction over migration, while progressive and Latino lawmakers express alarm. Plus, world’s first personalized cancer vaccine halves the risk of death from melanoma

The Guardian - UK · Jun 4, 2024