Cancer Research
Russian Scientists Develop Experimental Cancer Therapy Targeting Dormant Tumour Cells
New sequential treatment approach eliminates metastatic tumour sources in rodent studies, offering potential path to…
Russia and China to Continue Joint Research Into Latest Cancer Treatments
Russian specialists have begun using a Chinese pharmaceutical product Scientists at the Russian Institute of…
Ethiopia Strengthens Paediatric Cancer Care With New National Society
Ethiopia took a historic step by inaugurating the Ethiopian Pediatric Haematology and Oncology Society (ESPHO),…
Russian Scientists Develop Method to Enhance Effectiveness of Anti-Cancer Medicines
Researchers in Russia have developed a new chemical method that could significantly improve the effectiveness…
Egypt Expands Pharmaceutical Industry with 100% Local Cancer Drug Production
Egypt’s Ministry of Health said it has successfully localised the full manufacturing process of advanced cancer drugs that were previously imported. The initiative is expected to guarantee a steady domestic supply of high-quality medicines while reducing treatment costs for patients nationwide, reports Sada el-Balad, a partner of TV BRICS. According to ministry spokesperson Hossam Abdel Ghaffar, Egypt had been spending about US$265 million annually on imported cancer drugs. Of this, roughly US$100–120 million came from state funding for public treatment…
Brazil Study Identifies Key Proteins Linked to Effectiveness of Immunotherapy for Blood Cancer
A new study by researchers from the University of Sao Paulo (USP) has identified crucial proteins and signalling pathways involved in the effectiveness of CAR-T cell immunotherapy used to treat blood cancers. The findings provide new insights that could enhance the clinical success of this innovative therapy, as reported by TV Cultura, a partner of TV BRICS. Experts claimed CAR-T cell therapy represents a breakthrough in the treatment of haematological malignancies, offering new hope to patients with forms of cancer…
Indonesia adopts AI-powered ultrasound to tackle breast cancer
Indonesia’s Ministry of Health has launched a national effort to deploy artificial intelligence (AI)-powered ultrasound devices, aiming to improve the early detection of breast cancer and reduce maternal and infant mortality across the country. This is reported by ANTARA. According to the Mynistry, the move forms part of the government’s broader free health checks initiative and reflects a growing emphasis on digital transformation in healthcare. Rizka Andalusia, Director General of Pharmacy and Medical Devices at the Ministry of Health, stated…
Russian scientists find way deliver brain cancer drug through nose
Scientists from Tomsk Polytechnic University (TPU) together with Russian colleagues have made a breakthrough in the treatment of glioblastoma, one of the most aggressive forms of brain cancer. They have developed an innovative technology for delivering drugs directly to the tumour through the olfactory system. This is reported by the official website of the Russian Ministry of Science and Higher Education. The essence of the method is as follows: nanoparticles with a drug are injected through the nose, and stimulation…