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Some Types of Prostate Cancer May Not be as Aggressive as Originally Thought

June 04, 2020

Researchers at the UCLA Jonsson Comprehensive Cancer Center analyze gene-expression patterns in the most aggressive prostate cancer grade group—known as Gleason grade group 5—and found that this grade of cancer can actually be subdivided into four subtypes with distinct differences.

Marvels in Medicine: Dr. Karlan on Breaking Down Gender Barriers in Gynecologic Oncology

May 28, 2020

In our exclusive interview, Dr. Karlan shares the rewarding moments and challenges she has encountered in the cancer space as a female oncologist, pivotal research she has been spearheaded that has lasting impacts on the field, and other developments in gynecologic cancers that are poised to change the landscape forever.

Chasing a Cure for GBM: Investigators Test Multiple Regimens in Novel Trial

May 14, 2020

Investigators of the first global adaptive phase 2/3 GBM Adaptive Global Innovative Learning Environment platform trial are implementing a multiarm, 2-stage approach to concurrently evaluate single-agent and combination regimens in glioblastoma.

Chasing a Cure for GBM: Investigators Test Multiple Regimens in Novel Trial

May 14, 2020

Investigators of the first global adaptive phase 2/3 GBM Adaptive Global Innovative Learning Environment platform trial are implementing a multiarm, 2-stage approach to concurrently evaluate single-agent and combination regimens in glioblastoma.

New Therapeutic Era Sparks Fresh Questions About Nephrectomy in RCC

April 25, 2020

Although fewer patients are undergoing cytoreductive nephrectomy as systemic treatments for renal cell carcinoma improve, the modality still has a vital role to play in the treatment paradigm—even in the modern age of immune checkpoint inhibitors.

Dr. Goldman on the Use of Immunotherapy in Oncogene-Driven NSCLC

March 25, 2020

Jonathan W. Goldman, MD, health sciences clinical instructor, Department of Medicine, and Hematology/Oncology member, Jonsson Comprehensive Cancer Center Signal Transduction and Therapeutics Program, UCLA, discusses the use of immunotherapy in patients with oncogene-driven non–small cell lung cancer (NSCLC).

Dr. Hurvitz on Reducing Potential Exposure to COVID-19

March 23, 2020

Sara A. Hurvitz, MD, associate professor at the David Geffen School of Medicine, University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA) medical director of the Jonsson Comprehensive Cancer Center Clinical Research Unit, co-director of the Santa Monica-UCLA Outpatient Oncology Practices, and director, Breast Cancer Clinical Trials Program, UCLA, discusses the steps that can be taken to reduce potential exposure to coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19).