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Fueling the Next Generation of Biomedical Research

Sixteen exceptional early-career scientists are advancing groundbreaking biomedical research at MSK thanks to the generous support of MSK philanthropists. These postdoctoral researchers, selected for their innovative research proposals and scientific promise, represent the future of oncology discovery. 
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MSK Research Highlights, September 14, 2026

New MSK research shows how a metabolite boosts immune cells against cancer; adds to the understanding of how colorectal cancer spreads; reveals tumor CD19 levels may predict the success of CAR T cell therapy; and finds a new targeted drug combination shows promise in early trial for small cell lung cancer.
MSK patient Joanne Ferrari-Mautino seen outdoors with her son and boyfriend.
How ROS1-Targeted Therapy Is Helping People With Advanced Lung Cancer Live Better, Longer

Learn how MSK is helping people with lung cancer driven by ROS1 fusions, thanks to continual improvements in specific targeted therapies.
Caleb Lareau
Using AI To Design Better Cancer Therapies

How MSK researchers are using artificial intelligence (AI) to design better "binders" for CAR T cell therapies.
Doctors Nancy Lee, Alan Ho, and Richard Wong are seen discussing a medical image.
New Throat Cancer Treatments Aim To Reduce Deaths and Preserve Function

Learn how MSK's world-class Head and Neck cancer specialists help people facing throat cancer, using the latest therapies and innovations.
Dr. Geoffrey Ku
FDA Approves Zanidatamab for HER2-Positive Cancers of the Stomach and Esophagus

For patients who are newly diagnosed with gastroesophageal adenocarcinoma, the most common type of stomach and esophageal cancer, the FDA has approved zanidatamab as an additional medication for those who are getting chemotherapy.
MSK radiation oncologist Nancy Lee
In the Clinic
FDA Reviewing Low-Dose Radiation To Treat HPV Throat Cancer With Fewer Side Effects

Learn how HPV-related head and neck cancer can be treated with a sharply reduced radiation dose to prevent side effects, sometimes without surgery.
Thoracic medical oncologist Dr. Mark Awad
Ask the Expert
New Lung Cancer Treatments Aim To Reduce Deaths and Improve Lives

Learn about the latest advances in lung cancer treatment at MSK.
MSK's Mark Awad, MD, PhD, is seen smiling.
Questions to Ask If You've Been Diagnosed With Lung Cancer

Learn about the questions to ask a lung cancer doctor after being diagnosed, from an MSK specialist who has successfully treated many people for lung cancer.
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Reality Check: What You Should Know About Peptides and Cancer

Peptides have become popular with many health and fitness influencers, but experts from MSK say they have concerns about cancer patients using these products because they have not been tested in clinical trials.