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Oncolytic Virus Extends Survival In Medulloblastoma Model
Medulloblastoma is the most common malignant brain tumor in children.
Disseminated medulloblastoma is particularly lethal and requires extensive radiation therapy to the brain, which can cause bra
2/14/2012
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Understanding How Early Breast Tumors Become Deadly: A Small Group Of Molecules Might Hold The Answer
Some early-stage breast cancers are potentially harmless, but others invade surrounding healthy tissue and become deadly.
This study has identified a small pattern of molecules that highlights impo
2/7/2012
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Leaders From South Korea’s Cancer Center Travel To Ohio State To Learn Best Practices In Cancer Research And Care
COLUMBUS, Ohio – Leaders from Samsung Cancer Center, located in Seoul, South Korea, traveled 7,000 miles, flying for more than a day and crossing 14 hours in time zones, just to have the opportunity t
2/3/2012
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Oral HPV Infection is Three Times More Common in Men than Women, Study Shows
First author and study leader Dr. Maura Gillison, medical oncologist and head and neck cancer specialist at the OSUCCC – James, describes the findings of her paper, “Prevalence of Oral HPV Infect
1/26/2012
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Study Reveals Mechanism Of Lung-Cancer Drug Resistance
The most common form of lung cancer inevitably develops resistance to the targeted drug gefitinib.
This study shows how this resistance develops.
The findings suggest a new strategy for treating non
1/19/2012
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Dr. Caligiuri to Host 'Fireside Chat' About the Future of Cancer Research
COLUMBUS, Ohio – Michael A. Caligiuri, MD, director of The Ohio State University Comprehensive Cancer Center and CEO of the James Cancer Hospital and Solove Research Institute, will discuss the future
1/13/2012
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Anti-Sense Might Make Sense For Treating Liver Cancer
COLUMBUS, Ohio – A new study shows that it is possible to selectively target and block a particular microRNA that is important in liver cancer. The finding might offer a new therapy for this malignanc
1/3/2012
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Ohio State Scientist Receives AMP Award For Excellence
COLUMBUS, Ohio – Dr. Carlo M. Croce, chair of the department of molecular virology, immunology, and medical genetics; and director of Human Cancer Genetics at Ohio State, received the Association for
12/29/2011
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Pelotonia To Fund 5 Postdoctoral Fellows At Ohio State
COLUMBUS, Ohio – The Pelotonia Fellowship Program, which is funded by the annual Pelotonia cycling event, will award grants to five postdoctoral students to conduct innovative cancer research at The
12/29/2011
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Pelotonia To Fund Additional Cancer Research At Ohio State
COLUMBUS, Ohio – Six teams of scientists at The Ohio State University Comprehensive Cancer Center – Arthur G. James Cancer Hospital and Richard J. Solove Research Institute (OSUCCC – James) are each
12/22/2011
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Study Reveals How Normal Cells Fuel Tumor Growth
Research summary:
· The study shows how normal cells in tumors can enhance the growth of the tumor’s cancer cells after losing an important tumor suppressor gene called Pten.
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12/21/2011
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Hope Supports The New James Cancer Hospital And Solove Research Institute
COLUMBUS, Ohio – A 31-foot steel beam carrying messages of hope for a cancer-free world from nearly 1,000 James cancer survivors will be installed at 10:30 a.m. Thursday (12/22) at the new Arthur G
12/21/2011
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Scientists Discover Second-Oldest Gene Mutation
COLUMBUS, Ohio – A new study has identified a gene mutation that researchers estimate dates back to 11,600 B.C., making it the second oldest human disease mutation yet discovered.
Researchers wi
12/15/2011
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Gene Mutation Signals A High Risk Of Recurrence In Some Older Acute-Leukemia Patients
COLUMBUS, Ohio – Older people with acute myeloid leukemia and normal looking chromosomes in their cancer cells have a higher risk of recurrence if they have mutations in a gene called ASXL1, accordi
12/12/2011
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Novel Export-Inhibitor Shows Promise For Treating CLL
COLUMBUS, Ohio – An experimental drug that works by blocking the export of key control molecules from the nucleus of cancer cells shows promise as a treatment for chronic lymphocytic leukemia (CLL)
12/12/2011
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Interim Study Shows Novel Experimental Agent is Highly Active in CLL Patients
COLUMBUS, Ohio – An interim analysis of a phase Ib/II clinical trial indicates that a novel experimental agent for chronic lymphocytic leukemia (CLL) is highly active and well tolerated in patients w
12/9/2011
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Ohio State Researchers Discover Hereditary Predisposition to Melanoma of the Eye
COLUMBUS,
Ohio – Ohio State University researchers have discovered a hereditary cancer syndrome
that predisposes certain people to a melanoma of the eye, along with lung
cancer, brain cancer and po
12/8/2011
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Third Time In Three Years, The James Earns Top Hospital Status
COLUMBUS, Ohio – For the third consecutive year and fourth time in five years, the Ohio State University Comprehensive Cancer Center – Arthur G. James Cancer Hospital and Richard J. Solove Research I
12/6/2011
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A New Study Suggests That A Neurotransmitter Might Improve The Treatment Of Cancer
COLUMBUS, Ohio – Doses of a neurotransmitter might offer a way to boost the effectiveness of anticancer drugs and radiation therapy, according to a new study led by researchers at the Ohio State Univ
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Ohio State Studying How Chemotherapy Affects Breast Cancer Patients’ Hearts
COLUMBUS, Ohio – Ohio State University cancer and heart researchers are teaming up to find a better way to assess early cardiac injury from a class of chemotherapy drugs commonly used to treat breas
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Lower Antioxidant Level Might Explain Higher Skin-Cancer Rate In Males
COLUMBUS, Ohio – Men are three times more likely than women to develop a common form of skin cancer but medical science doesn’t know why. A new study may provide part of the answer.
Researchers
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Shapiro to Lead Breast Cancer Research Program at Ohio State
COLUMBUS, Ohio – Dr. Charles Shapiro has been named to lead the breast cancer research program at the
Ohio State University Comprehensive Cancer Center – Arthur G. James Cancer
Hospital and Richard
11/30/2011
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Ohio State Cancer Expert Joins HemOnc Today Editorial Board
COLUMBUS, Ohio – Dr. Tanios Bekaii-Saab, medical director of gastrointestinal oncology at The Ohio State University Comprehensive Cancer Center – Arthur G. James Cancer Hospital and Richard J. Solove
11/18/2011
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NCI Funds Ohio State Breast Cancer Intervention Training
COLUMBUS, Ohio – Barbara Andersen, a professor of psychology and researcher at the Ohio State University Comprehensive Cancer Center – Arthur G. James Cancer Hospital and Richard J. Solove Research I
11/18/2011
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NCI Awards OSU Comprehensive Cancer Center $23 Million
COLUMBUS,
Ohio – The Ohio State
University Comprehensive Cancer Center (OSUCCC) has received a 5-year, $23
million core grant renewal from the National
Cancer Institute (NCI) to support its broad
11/11/2011
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Pelotonia 11 Raises A Record $13.1 Million
COLUMBUS, Ohio -- Pelotonia has announced record fundraising of $13,108,639 for its 2011 ride. This year’s total reflects a 68% fundraising increase over the 2010 amount of $7,846,705.
From August
11/11/2011
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Stefanie's Champions Seeks Nominations for Caregivers
COLUMBUS, Ohio – The 13th annual Stefanie’s Champions Awards is seeking nominations for caregivers who are helping improve the lives of cancer patients. Five Champions will be honored during an annua
11/9/2011
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Ohio State Cancer Expert Receives NCI Award For Team Leadership
COLUMBUS, Ohio – Dr. Tanios Bekaii-Saab, medical director of gastrointestinal oncology at The Ohio State University Comprehensive Cancer Center – Arthur G. James Cancer Hospital and Richard J. Solo
11/2/2011
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Cancer Survivorship Research Reveals Disparities
COLUMBUS, Ohio –
Despite a general increase in research addressing cancer survivorship,
researchers have found that a disproportionate number of studies focus on
specific tumor sites, prevention,
10/31/2011
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Ohio State Cancer Researcher Wins 11th Consecutive Research Grant
COLUMBUS, Ohio – Ohio State University cancer researcher, Electra Paskett, has been awarded a grant from the Breast Cancer Research Foundation (BCRF) at the organization’s awards luncheon this week in
10/27/2011
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New Oncolytic Virus Shows Improved Effectiveness In Preclinical Testing
COLUMBUS, Ohio – A new fourth-generation oncolytic virus designed to both kill cancer cells and inhibit blood-vessel growth has shown greater effectiveness than earlier versions when tested in animal
10/27/2011
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Internationally Renowned Oncologist Named Physician-In-Chief At Ohio State
COLUMBUS, Ohio – Internationally renowned gastrointestinal oncologist Dr. Richard M. Goldberg has been named physician-in-chief at The Ohio State University Comprehensive Cancer Center – Arthur G. Ja
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Ohio State Studies Whether Stress Affects HPV Vaccine Response
COLUMBUS, Ohio – Ohio State University cancer researchers are studying whether stress impacts how the body’s immune system responds to the human papillomavirus (HPV) vaccine.
The team of investigat
10/25/2011
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Ohio State Dedicates Comprehensive Breast Center in Honor of Stefanie Spielman
COLUMBUS, Ohio — The Ohio State University President E. Gordon Gee today announced the naming of The Stefanie Spielman Comprehensive Breast Center, in honor of the Ohio State alumna, philanthropist a
10/24/2011
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Media Advisory: Ohio Mammography Day to Raise Awareness for Early Detection
COLUMBUS, Ohio – Leaders of the Ohio Legislative Cancer Caucus, The Ohio State University
Comprehensive Cancer Center – Arthur G. James Cancer Hospital and Richard J.
Solove Research Institute (OSUC
10/19/2011
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Schottenstein Center To ‘Go Pink’ Today In Honor Of Breast Cancer Awareness Month
COLUMBUS, Ohio – The Ohio State University Comprehensive Cancer Center – Arthur G. James Cancer Hospital and Richard J. Solove Research Institute (OSUCCC–James), The Kroger Company Columbus Division
10/19/2011
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Nagy Elected President of National Genetic Counselors
COLUMBUS,
Ohio – Rebecca Nagy, a certified
genetic counselor and researcher at the Ohio
State University
Comprehensive Cancer
Center – Arthur G. James Cancer
Hospital and Richard J.
Solove Res
10/13/2011
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Ohio State Cancer Genetics Experts Available For Commentary
MEDIA ADVISORY
Leading cancer genetics experts from The Ohio State University Comprehensive Cancer Center – Arthur G. James Cancer Hospital and Richard J. Solove Research Institute availab
10/11/2011
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Breast Prosthesis Card Makes Travel Easier
COLUMBUS, Ohio – Breast cancer survivors who have prostheses can now travel through airport security with more discretion by using a new identification card developed at the Ohio State University Com
10/7/2011
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The James, Kroger and City Hall Team Up To Turn Central Ohio Pink
COLUMBUS, Ohio – The Ohio State University Comprehensive Cancer Center – Arthur G. James Cancer Hospital and Richard J. Solove Research Institute (OSUCCC–James), The Kroger Company Columbus Division
9/29/2011
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Media Advisory The James Offering Free Prostate Cancer Screenings
COLUMBUS, Ohio – The Ohio State University Comprehensive Cancer Center – Arthur G. James Cancer Hospital and Richard J. Solove Research Institute (OSUCCC–James) is offering free prostate cancer scre
9/27/2011
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Novel Technique Reveals Both Gene Number And Protein Expression Simultaneously
COLUMBUS, Ohio – Researchers have discovered a method for simultaneously visualizing gene number and protein expression in individual cells. The fluorescence microscopy technique could permit a detail
9/22/2011
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Starving Cancer Cells Of Cholesterol Might Offer A New Way To Treat Brain Tumors
COLUMBUS, Ohio – A new study suggests that blocking cancer cells’ access to cholesterol may offer a new strategy for treating glioblastoma, the most common and deadly form of brain cancer, and perhap
9/16/2011
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James, Kenneth's Salons Team to Offer Screening, Gift
COLUMBUS, Ohio – The Ohio State University Comprehensive Cancer Center – Arthur G. James Cancer Hospital and Richard J. Solove Research Institute (OSUCCC – James) and Kenneth’s Hair Salons & Day S
9/15/2011
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Internationally Renowned Cancer Prevention Expert Takes Leadership Position At Ohio State
COLUMBUS, Ohio – Dr. Peter G. Shields, an internationally renowned physician-scientist and expert in cancer prevention, is the new deputy director of The Ohio State University Comprehensive Cancer Ce
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Medicated Patch Shows Promise in Oral Cancer Prevention
COLUMBUS, Ohio – Researchers at The Ohio State University Comprehensive Cancer Center have developed a medicated oral patch that allows a chemoprevention drug to release directly into precancerous le
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Annual Block Golf Tournament To Help Fund Expansion Project
COLUMBUS, Ohio – The 28th Herbert J. Block Memorial Tournament benefiting The Ohio State University Comprehensive Cancer Center – Arthur G. James Cancer Hospital and Richard J. Solove Research Institu
8/30/2011
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Immunogene Therapy Combined With Standard Treatment Is Safe For Patients With Brain Tumors
COLUMBUS, Ohio – A clinical trial has shown that a form of gene therapy is safe for treating a deadly form of brain cancer, even when combined with radiation therapy.
The phase 1b trial was con
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Pelotonia Fellowships Funding Ohio State Cancer Research
COLUMBUS, Ohio – Each year, Pelotonia – a cycling event that raises money for cancer research at The Ohio State University – funds fellowship grants for undergraduate, graduate, medical school and pos
8/11/2011
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Ohio State Names Cohn Director of Gynecologic Oncology
COLUMBUS, Ohio – Dr. David E. Cohn (43209), a physician-scientist at The Ohio State University Comprehensive Cancer Center – Arthur G. James Cancer Hospital and Richard J. Solove Research Institute (O
8/9/2011
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