Find uplifting stories about heroes, innovations, and solutions
6 results for "therapy breakthrough"
Scientists at the University of Trento developed the first gene therapy for 10% of cystic fibrosis patients who had no treatment options until now. The breakthrough could lead to a permanent cure instead of lifelong drug dependence.
Actor Sam Neill announced he has no cancer in his body, four years after his stage three lymphoma diagnosis nearly ended his life. The Jurassic Park star credits an innovative therapy that genetically modifies blood cells to attack cancer.
Researchers who developed the first FDA-approved gene therapy for inherited blindness are among this year's $3 million Breakthrough Prize winners. Their work is opening doors for treatments that were once considered impossible.
Scientists in Melbourne discovered a specific brain circuit that explains why common PTSD treatments work brilliantly for some patients but fall short for others. The breakthrough could help millions get therapy that actually matches their brain's needs.
UC San Diego researchers discovered how to "re-educate" immune cells to attack aggressive ovarian cancer by blocking a protein and triggering omega-3 signals. The breakthrough could make existing treatments far more effective for patients with limited options.
Cambridge researchers discovered why lung and ovarian cancers return after chemotherapy and found a promising way to stop it. The breakthrough could help millions of patients facing cancer recurrence.