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Holowatyj Highlights Challenges and Opportunities in Appendix Cancer Research

June 08, 2023

Dr Holowatyj discusses symptoms associated with appendix cancer, challenges related to understanding the incidence and risk factors of this disease, and ongoing research regarding potential genetic links to this rare cancer.

Research on Novel Targets and Potential Risk Factors Drives Improvements in the Management of GI Cancers

May 24, 2023

Gastrointestinal oncology experts discuss current strategies and novel developments in gastrointestinal cancers, the role of intestinal dysbiosis and gastrointestinal carcinogenesis, germline genetic features in appendiceal cancer, and the need for anticipatory, multidisciplinary guidance in clinical practice.

Dr Grieb on MYC in CRC

May 18, 2023

Brian C. Grieb, MD, PhD, discusses historical barriers to targeting the MYC oncogene in patients with colorectal cancer and the rationale for an ongoing phase 1/2 clinical trial that may demonstrate an effective way to target MYC in CRC and other solid tumors. 

Dr Gibson on Advancements in Biomarker Identification in Gastric/GEJ Adenocarcinoma

May 15, 2023

Michael K. Gibson MD, PhD, discusses advancements in the identification of key biomarkers for patients with gastric or gastroesophageal junction adenocarcinoma, and the subsequent development of biomarker-driven therapeutics in this disease space.

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