Mar 29, 2017
Researchers report a method for measuring free radicals in cigarette smoke that could help improve our understanding of the relationship between these substances and health.
Mar 14, 2017
The first of a new class of medication that delivers a combination of drugs by nanoparticle may keep melanoma from becoming resistant to treatment, according to Penn State College of Medicine researchers.
Feb 20, 2017
Penn State Cancer Institute has appointed Jeffrey M. Peters, distinguished professor of molecular toxicology and carcinogenesis in the College of Agricultural Sciences and the Huck Institutes of the Life Sciences at Penn State, as its new deputy director.
Feb 15, 2017
The PA Breast Cancer Coalition honored Nancy Lill, assistant professor of pharmacology at Penn State Cancer Institute, with a $50,000 grant to take the next steps with her research into triple-negative breast cancer.
Feb 9, 2017
A Penn State Cancer Institute expert says a new report on cancer disparities invites a deeper examination by local health care organizations about the work that needs to be done.
Feb 2, 2017
A new study shows cancer deaths are declining as a whole across the U.S. – but in some parts of the country, the opposite is true. We'll discuss how far we've come in the fight against cancer and look to the biggest challenges that lie ahead of us.
Jan 23, 2017
New details of the structure of the human papillomavirus (HPV) may lead to better vaccines and HPV anti-viral medications, according to research led by a Penn State College of Medicine researcher.
Jan 9, 2017
A new academic collaboration between Summit Health and Penn State College of Medicine could help address growing demand for care in Franklin County by providing new training opportunities for Penn State students in health professions.
Dec 22, 2016
New research suggests that women with stronger social connections while being treated for breast cancer may fare better than those who don't have that kind of support.
Dec 20, 2016
A group of ‘elves' recently donated more than 150 gifts to Penn State Health Children's Hospital, all in memory of a young girl who lost her battle with cancer.
