Argentine Scientists Halt Type of Brain Cancer With Innovative Therapy

New experimental approach increases glioblastoma sensitivity to chemotherapy and radiotherapy. Photo: ClaudioVentrella / iStock

Researchers from the National Scientific and Technical Research Council of Argentina have achieved a breakthrough against glioblastoma, the most common malignant brain tumour in adults, characterised by high invasiveness and resistance to chemotherapy and radiotherapy, with a median survival of 9 months and a five-year rate of 7 per cent. The study, according to BRICSLat,… Continue reading Argentine Scientists Halt Type of Brain Cancer With Innovative Therapy

Indian Scientists Apply AI for Personalised Cancer Treatment

Artificial intelligence helps predict disease progression. Photo: gorodenkoff / iStock

Scientists at the S. N. Bose National Centre for Basic Sciences have introduced an artificial intelligence (AI)-based system that may transform the traditional approach to cancer treatment. This is reported by IANS, a TV BRICS partner, citing India’s Ministry of Science and Technology. In previous decades, doctors relied on assessing the size and extent of… Continue reading Indian Scientists Apply AI for Personalised Cancer Treatment

Egypt Expands Pharmaceutical Industry with 100% Local Cancer Drug Production

Authorities expect to save millions of dollars and ensure stable access to life-saving treatments. Photo: SweetBunFactory / iStock

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… Continue reading Egypt Expands Pharmaceutical Industry with 100% Local Cancer Drug Production

Brazil Study Identifies Key Proteins Linked to Effectiveness of Immunotherapy for Blood Cancer

These molecular effectors may serve as potential targets for future therapeutic strategies. Photo: iStock

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… Continue reading Brazil Study Identifies Key Proteins Linked to Effectiveness of Immunotherapy for Blood Cancer

Indonesia adopts AI-powered ultrasound to tackle breast cancer

AI-guided screening technologies are set to significantly increase diagnostic accuracy and efficiency. Photo: iStock

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… Continue reading Indonesia adopts AI-powered ultrasound to tackle breast cancer

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… Continue reading Russian scientists find way deliver brain cancer drug through nose

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