News and Breakthroughs
Find the latest news and discoveries, as well highlights from Lurie Cancer Center’s programs and events through the links below. To learn more about our accomplishments and the people who make them possible, visit the Lurie Cancer Center news archive.
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09.15.2025Two chronic pain treatments based on cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) — telehealth coaching and online self-completed pain coping skills training — improved pain severity and quality of life compared to usual care in patients with high-impact chronic pain, according to a recent study published in JAMA.
09.08.2025Scientists in the laboratory of Weiguo Cui, PhD, have identified novel molecular mechanisms that help specialized T-cells maintain long-term immunity in response to chronic infection and cancer, according to recent findings published in Nature Immunology.
09.08.2025New system delivers CRISPR machinery more safely and effectively into cells
09.03.2025A new Northwestern Medicine study has uncovered a surprising molecular link between HIV-1 and a protein fragment associated with Alzheimer’s disease, according to findings published in the Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences.
09.03.2025Shishir Maithel, MD, has been named Chief Surgical Officer at the Lurie Cancer Center. In this new role, he will lead the coordination and strategic expansion of surgical oncology clinical trials across Lurie Cancer Center and the Northwestern Medicine Cancer Care Network.
08.29.2025A Northwestern Medicine study has uncovered new insights that may aid in understanding and potentially treating one of the most common and aggressive forms of non-Hodgkin lymphoma, according to findings published in Science Advances.
08.28.2025New synthetic biosensors give immune cells the ability to read their environment and act only when needed
08.28.2025A standing-room only crowd of more than 1,000 supporters and friends of The H Foundation came together on Saturday, July 26, at the 23rd Annual Goombay Bash held at the Aon Grand Ballroom at Navy Pier.
08.27.2025Northwestern scientists have discovered that the organization of a cell’s genetic material dictates cancer’s ability to adapt, according to a recent study published in the Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences.
08.26.2025A team lead by Northwestern scientists has found that paraspeckles, found in the nucleus of many cells, form differently than previously thought, which may aid in the design of future cancer drugs.
08.20.2025A new Northwestern Medicine study has revealed how a common inherited mutation disrupts red blood cell development and sparks inflammation that may lead to leukemia, according to findings published in Nature Communications.
08.14.2025Northwestern Medicine scientists have discovered how a subset of immune cells are essential for successful organ transplantation acceptance, according to a recent study published in The Journal of Clinical Investigation.
08.05.2025Following the death of their beloved husband and father, the Eisenberg family established the Harold E. Eisenberg Foundation in his honour. This philanthropic organisation funds vital gastrointestinal cancer research, enabling oncologists to better care for their patients.
08.01.2025A promising genetic clue could help improve the effectiveness of cancer treatments in certain patients, according to a study recently published in Nature.
07.31.2025Northwestern Medicine investigators have discovered a new combination approach that may improve the efficacy of MYC inhibitor drugs for treating aggressive and treatment-resistant cancers, according to a recent Northwestern Medicine study published in Science Advances.
07.30.2025A new study has uncovered a promising way to improve treatment for small cell lung cancer, one of the most aggressive and deadly forms of cancer, according to findings published in The Journal of Clinical Investigation.
07.24.2025Investigators led by Navdeep Chandel, PhD, have discovered how mitochondrial metabolism supports T-cell proliferation and also prevents T-cell exhaustion in cancer and chronic infection, according to a recent study published in Nature Immunology.
07.23.2025Restoring cellular memory prevents cancer cells’ ability to adapt to evade treatment
07.23.2025In October 2023, at age 29, after a month of fevers, fatigue, and migraines so severe that he couldn’t walk, Nick was diagnosed with Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia.
07.01.2025Northwestern Medicine scientists have developed an AI tool that not only matches doctors in accurately outlining lung tumors on CT scans but can also identify areas that some doctors may miss, according to a new study.
06.30.2025Survivor’s story inspired oncologist’s new study on gaps in post-cancer care
06.30.2025Diagnosed with a rare form of lung cancer, Trupti Patel had two options: “a clinical trial or nothing.”
06.23.2025Northwestern Medicine scientists have uncovered key details about a group of rare but serious blood disorders, according to a study published in the Journal of Clinical Investigation.
06.16.2025New tool could pave the way for new multi-target therapies, personalized
06.13.2025On Sunday, June 1, our Cancer Survivors’ Celebration Walk & 5K brought together over 3,500 survivors and supporters to walk, run, connect as a community, and accelerate life-changing cancer research. Thank you for being part of our 32nd annual celebration on National Cancer Survivors Day!
06.12.2025On Saturday, November 22, the Hippocratic Cancer Research Foundation (HCRF) will host the 11th Annual Wings to Cure Gala, dedicated to “Hippocrates’ Promise: A Legacy of Hope, Courage, and Healing.”
06.11.2025In a major clinical study, the tool boosted productivity by up to 40 percent without compromising accuracy
06.04.2025Northwestern Medicine scientists have developed a promising approach to killing treatment-resistant cancer cells by exploiting their hidden metabolic vulnerabilities, according to a study published in the Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences (PNAS).
06.02.2025A drug already approved by the FDA to treat menopause symptoms may also help to prevent invasive breast cancer, according to recent findings from a clinical trial led by Northwestern Medicine.
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