The Utah Legislature’s $75 million allocation propels Huntsman Cancer Institute’s plan for a second comprehensive cancer center, advancing research and care. Discover how this initiative brings hope and progress.
Using a new platform, Jonathan Constance, PhD, researcher at Huntsman Cancer Institute, studies commonly prescribed medications in hopes of creating more effective treatments for pediatric cancer patients.
Researchers found tumors release a protein that triggers an immune attack on brain cells, which causes rapid cognitive decline. This discovery could lead to new treatments for this serious complication.
Huntsman Cancer Institute welcomes a distinguished leader celebrated for advocacy into a new, vital role. In her position, she will continue the important work of advancing cancer research and mentorship.
A new treatment for patients with head and neck cancers is available at Huntsman Cancer Institute. Single-port robotic surgery is a game-changer now accessible for people in the Mountain West.
Huntsman Cancer Institute's groundbreaking $20 million land donation from a developer for a new campus in Utah County promises expanded world-class care, breathtaking views, and reduced travel burden for patients.
From shrinking brain tumors to personalized therapies, our investigators are leading pioneering research, discovering breakthroughs in treatment, and promoting equity-driven care.
The Society of Huntsman Translational Scholars adds Umang Swami, MD, MS, and Matthew Covington, MD, to its cohort that advances cancer testing and treatments through financial support and collaboration.
Two visionary physician leaders take pivotal new roles to amplify innovation and patient-centric advancements in Huntsman Cancer Institute’s quest for a future free from cancer.
Thanks to funding from the National Cancer Institute, Kimberly Kaphingst, director of cancer communication research, and her team are exploring a new way to teach people about genetic testing options.
Breast cancer patient Christopher Gregg is working to find better treatments for himself and others thanks to a grant from the Moffitt Cancer Center Annual Integrated Mathematical Oncology workshop.
Alana Welm, PhD, director of basic science, earned the 2023 AACR Outstanding Investigator Award for her groundbreaking contributions to breast cancer research which have led to transformative advancements in treatment.
Results from mouse models presented at the prestigious American Society of Hematology show that nutrients consumed by an expectant mother during pregnancy can shape their offspring’s blood systems.
A study by Bismarck Christian Odei, MD, found that over the last 30 years, only 18% of physicians in films were portrayed by women. Odei advocates for more accurate representation.
Investigators have been awarded a grant to find a better way to protect muscle mass in patients. Muscle mass plays a critical role in quality of life and cancer survival.
Huntsman Cancer Institute and Utah Valley University unveil a new groundbreaking partnership aiming to transform health education, advance cancer research, and secure a lasting impact through a $1 million donation.
Researchers find way to decrease cancer deaths among Black people, begin new lung cancer clinical trial, use app to help people manage cancer, and employ games to reduce chemotherapy after-effects.
SCALE-UP Counts was designed to promote COVID-19 testing in local schools. Huntsman Cancer Insitute’s Yelena Wu, PhD, hopes the insight gained from the program improves cancer screening and education initiatives.
Huntsman Cancer Institute researchers studied estrogen receptor mutations and its connections to endometrial cancer. The findings led to the identification of potential personalized treatments for a cancer with limited options.
Read how scientists reduce infection risk after pancreatic surgery, discover the best cost-effective treatment for prostate cancer, learn which lung cancer patients have the most emergency department visits, and more.
Center for HOPE and Montana State University's Center for American Indian and Rural Heath Equity collaborate on cancer research in areas with persistent poverty, funded by the National Cancer Institute.
