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KNOXVILLE, TN, August 08, 2026 /24-7PressRelease/ -- Neuroblastoma remains one of the most unpredictable childhood cancers, ranging from tumors that regress without treatment to aggressive disease that resists intensive therapy. A new narrative review brings diagnosis, risk classification, surgery, chemotherapy, immunotherapy, and survivorship into a single clinical framework. It emphasizes…

A new delivery strategy uses ultrasound, microbubbles, and nanoparticles to carry microRNAs into the brain. Early results suggest it may attack several glioblastoma drivers at once. Credit: Stock Focused ultrasound helped deliver microRNAs that targeted multiple glioblastoma genes and improved outcomes in animal models. A treatment aimed at glioblastoma must…

Researchers at Oregon State University have developed a promising experimental strategy for treating glioblastoma, the most aggressive form of brain cancer. Fewer than 30% of patients survive for two years after diagnosis. The work, led by Oleh Taratula, Olena Taratula and Yoon Tae Goo of the OSU College of Pharmacy,…

“Antiques Roadshow” star Theo Burrell has died at age 39 following a four-year battle with brain cancer. Burrell’s family announced the tragic news in a statement shared on the reality star’s Instagram Sunday. “It is with great sadness that I share the news that Theo passed away peacefully surrounded by…

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Each year, Nature Biotechnology highlights companies that received sizeable early-stage funding in the previous year. Trogenix has developed a platform for generating ‘synthetic super-enhancers’ that could drive highly cell-specific gene therapy-based treatment of solid tumors such as glioblastoma. Author information Authors and Affiliations Philadelphia, PA, USA Michael Eisenstein Authors Michael…

A new preclinical study suggests an experimental mRNA vaccine could help the immune system fight neuroblastoma, one of the deadliest childhood cancers. Credit: Stock An experimental mRNA vaccine delayed neuroblastoma growth and sharply reduced tumor size in preclinical models. The success of mRNA vaccines during the COVID-19 pandemic sparked interest…

Following the American Society of Neuroradiology (ASNR) meeting, MedPage Today convened three leaders in neuro-oncology and brain tumor imaging for a virtual roundtable discussion on the evolving role of advanced MRI in brain tumor care. Moderator Suyash Mohan, MD, of the University of Pennsylvania in Philadelphia, is joined by Caroline…

For months, Edward (Ed) Waldner knew something wasn't right. At 55 years old, he felt constantly drained, no matter how much or how little he had done during the day. He wondered whether sleep apnea might be to blame. He also noticed subtle changes in the way he walked, including…