Good news about hot flashes Researchers find hot flashes may halve breast cancer risk and, in a separate study, discover a potential, nonhormonal treatment for menopausal symptoms. From breast cancer to leukemia treatments: 11 breakthroughs Every year, our researchers move closer to eliminating cancer and other life-threatening diseases. Among their myriad advances in 2010 were breakthroughs in breast cancer, stomach cancer, leukemia, and muscular dystrophy. High honors for our researchers For their contributions to cancer research, Drs. Roger Brent and Robert Eisenman have been elected fellows of the prestigious American Academy for the Advancement of Science.
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She finds stomach bacteria irresistible Dr. Nina Salama is revealing secrets of the bug that causes stomach cancer. Her work could lead to better drug treatments for the second-leading cause of cancer deaths.
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Lives of Science Talk to any of our scientists and you’ll quickly discover a common force driving their research: their passion for learning. These video vignettes explore their passions and personal journeys to biomedical research.
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