Scientists Find Master Switch That Stops Melanoma Growth
Researchers discovered a protein that both fuels melanoma tumors and blocks immune attacks. Turning it off shrinks cancer and unleashes the body's natural defenses.
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Scientists Find "Master Switch" That Drives Melanoma
Researchers at NYU have discovered a protein that both feeds skin cancer tumors and shields them from the immune system. Disabling it could open the door to powerful new combination treatments.
Microplastics Found in 90% of Prostate Cancer Tumors
Scientists at NYU Langone Health discovered small plastic fragments in most prostate cancer tumors they examined, with cancerous tissue containing twice as much plastic as healthy tissue. While the finding doesn't prove microplastics cause cancer, it highlights a potential health concern and the need for more research.