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A billionaire family gave $100 million so cancer researchers could stop working in silos

A groundbreaking $200 million initiative, the Weill Cancer Hub West, is uniting Stanford and UCSF to foster unprecedented collaboration in cancer research. This ten-year program, backed by the Weill Family Foundation, aims to break down institutional barriers, encouraging joint projects and shared infrastructure.

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New tests could nearly halve the rate of late-stage cancers, some scientists say — is that true?

Blood tests that look for over a dozen cancers are being developed. But how soon will they help patients?

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How do I stay healthy in my 50s, 60s and 70s?

By focusing on certain areas – like nutrition, exercise and positive connections – you can age well in every decade

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Parasitic worm raises risk of cervical cancer, study finds

A parasitic worm may raise the risk of cervical cancer through several mechanisms, scientists have found, although HPV remains the primary driver behind the disease.

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How do I stay healthy in my 70s?

Today’s septuagenarians are different from the ones who came before, becoming grandparents and retiring later

The Guardian - US

Study reveals metastatic melanoma survival improves on immunotherapy

Data from a landmark international trial show half of patients with metastatic melanoma treated with a immune checkpoint people live cancer-free for 10 years or more. Read further on Dynamite News:

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Part of brain network much bigger in people with depression, scientists find

Research suggests expanded frontostriatal salience network could be risk factor for developing condition

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One in four unresponsive brain injury patients ‘can perform cognitive tasks’

Researchers used advanced techniques to detect if patients in a coma or vegetative state were following instructions.

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Scientists design spacesuit that can turn urine into drinking water

Creators hope prototype, modelled on Dune ‘stillsuits’, could be used before 2030 in Nasa’s Artemis programme

The Guardian - UK

Can the bodies of astronauts survive Mars missions?

The new research analysed samples collected from the first all-civilian crew from the SpaceX Inspiration4 mission.

The Independent UK

Gut bacteria generate neurotransmitters that shape the neonatal immune system: Study

Weill Cornell Medicine researchers discovered that specific bacteria colonise the gut shortly after birth and produce the neurotransmitter serotonin. Read further on Dynamite News:

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Research shows specific genetic variant can help prevent obesity

A preclinical study conducted by Weill Cornell Medicine researchers reveals that a certain human genetic variant of a receptor that increases insulin release may help individuals be more resistant to obesity. Read further on Dynamite News:

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St. John’s Research Institute part of global collaborative effort to develop point-of-care diagnostic technologies

St. John’s Research Institute (SJRI) in Bengaluru is one of the four international sites that will actively collaborate with Cornell University in the USA for development, deployment, clinical validation, and commercialisation of point-of-care (POC) diagnostic devices and technologies.

The Hindu

Researchers give more insight into reasons why cancer may spread to spine

According to a study conducted by scientists at Weill Cornell Medicine, the vertebral bones that make up the spine originate from a special kind of stem cell that secretes a protein that encourages tumour metastasis. Read further on Dynamite News:

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Researchers target stem cells in human stomach to treat diabetes

A potential strategy for treating diabetes uses stem cells from the human stomach to create cells that release insulin in response to rising blood sugar levels. Read further on Dynamite News:

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Cornell Medicine Team Develop Contraceptive Pills For Men As A Game Changer For Fertility

The team at Weill Cornell Medicine hailed the breakthrough contraceptive pills for men that can be taken just before sex.

The Independent UK

Student dramatically saves man from NYC subway track as train heads towards station

Bryce Demopoulos was on his way to Weill Cornell Medicine when the heroic deed took place at the Third Avenue-138 Street station

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