Originally published in Health Canal Mitochondrial function steps in to save cancer cells after tumor-driving mutation is stifled. Knock out a genetic mutation that’s a driving force behind pancreatic cancer […]
Our Seed Grant Recipient Receives More Than $1 million In Funding from NIH
In our 2012-2013 Seed Grant Program Alexander Tzatsos, MD, PhD, was a recipient of a $50,000 award to study the epigenetics of pancreatic cancer. We are pleased to announce he […]
Recent study explains how green tea could reduce pancreatic cancer risk
Pancreatic cancer prevention is a very important part of our research funding programs. We are pleased to recognize Dr. Wai-Nang Lee, on his recent publication that identifies the mechanism of […]
Direct Link between Obesity and Pancreatic Cancer
Posted in Medical News Today on 10/04/2013 Researchers at UCLA’s Jonsson Comprehensive Cancer Center (JCCC) have found the first direct link between obesity and cancer of the pancreas. This research […]
Metformin’s Anti-Cancer Properties Clarified in an Obesity Cell Model of Pancreatic Cancer
SiDMAP and University of Arizona researchers gain a clearer understanding of the mechanistic properties of the drug metformin. The study may explain the mechanism of how elevated circulating cholesterol, which […]
Celebrating Scientific Discoveries
The 10th Annual Agi Hirshberg Symposium will be held in conjunction with the annual meeting of the American Pancreatic Association in Miami from October 30—November 2, 2013. The program will […]