UCRF News
News and stories about UCRF accomplishments
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UNC researchers discover an enzyme that protects DNA during rapid cell divisions
Michael Emanuele, PhD, and colleagues have discovered that an enzyme called USP37 plays a crucial role in ensuring our cells copy their DNA correctly.
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Researchers develop molecule that targets Ewing sarcoma
Pengda Liu, PhD, and colleagues have created a small molecule that targets and breaks down a protein linked to Ewing sarcoma, an aggressive cancer that mostly affects children and teens.
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Adaptive whole-genome sequencing could transform childhood leukemia diagnosis
UNC Lineberger researchers have demonstrated a faster, more cost-effective approach to analyzing the genetic makeup of pediatric acute leukemia. Determining a cancer’s genomic classification is critical to developing a more effective treatment plan tailored to a patient’s tumor.
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Three drug cocktail shows potential to boost CAR-T cancer therapy
Gianpietro Dotti, MD, and colleagues report in Nature Immunology they have identified a cocktail of three different drugs that can be used to generate more robust CAR-Ts to fight cancer.
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Improving health of military personnel and families through collaboration, research
UNC Lineberger is leading an innovative cancer prevention partnership at Fort Bragg that is designed to reduce tobacco use and promote HPV vaccination.
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Home testing kits and coordinated outreach substantially improve colorectal cancer screening rates
Previous research has shown this kind of intervention is effective in large, integrated health systems. However, its impact was unknown in federally qualified health centers and the patient populations they serve.
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Kim, Rose highlight advances in kidney cancer research and care in JAMA
William Kim, MD, and Tracy Rose, MD, MPH, published a review highlighting new scientific insights that have led to advances in kidney cancer treatment and increased survival rates.
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UNC Lineberger provides $1.3 million in developmental research grants
More than $1.3 million in UNC Lineberger developmental research grants were awarded to 13 faculty members and one postdoctoral trainee this spring.