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In the Lab
An origami crane illustrates the importance of RNA folding for regulating gene translation. The bolded sequences on the crane’s wings indicate the portion that is critical for the manufacture of many cancer-causing proteins.
Compound from Tropical Plant Targets Key Cancer-Causing Genes
Memorial Sloan Kettering researchers have found a naturally occurring compound that can destroy cancer cells in mice by targeting <em>MYC</em>, a cancer-causing gene that has remained elusive until now.
Finding
Pictured: Gabriela Chiosis
Hsp90: A Very Promising Target for Cancer Therapy
A small molecule discovered at MSK called PU-H71 blocks the growth of cancer cells and enables doctors to image tumors.
In the Community
Allysia Matthews, with Citymeals-on-Wheels staff donating reusable ice packs
Giving Supplies a Second Life, and Making an Environmental Impact in the Process
Memorial Sloan Kettering “green” committees focus on waste reduction and energy efficiency throughout the institution while donating useful supplies to New York–area nonprofits.
Event
Survivors and family members at our Manhattan event signed their names on a wall and wrote messages to staff and other patients.
Olympic Gold Medalist and Cancer Survivor Shannon Miller Addresses Memorial Sloan Kettering Celebration
Olympic gymnast Shannon Miller was diagnosed with germ cell ovarian cancer, a very rare disease, in 2011 and treated at Memorial Sloan Kettering. Learn more about her inspiring story.
Decoder
Pictured: Gum ball machines
What Is Tumor Heterogeneity?
Understanding tumor heterogeneity may be the next big quest in cancer science, as differences between cells within a tumor can have important consequences for how cancers are diagnosed and treated.
In the Clinic
Pictured: Serge Lyashchenko
How Our New Particle Accelerator Will Make Cancer Imaging and Treatment More Precise
The launch of a 20-ton instrument and a facility for producing radioactive imaging molecules will allow our doctors and scientists to monitor cancers in unparalleled detail.
In the Lab
Pictured: Activated macrophage
Researchers Reveal How Tumors Manipulate Certain Immune Cells to Their Own Advantage
Researchers are exploring a mysterious population of immune cells that live within tumors and can help the cancer grow and spread.
Event
Pictured: 2014 Graduates
Memorial Sloan Kettering Celebrates at Convocation and Commencement Ceremony
Degrees were presented and awards were given at the 35th annual ceremony held on May 14.
Decoder
Pictured: Liver Cells
What Is Apoptosis?
Cell biologist Michael Overholtzer explains apoptosis, a form of programmed cell death that can lead to cancer when it doesn’t function properly.
Announcement
Pictured: Jason Lewis, Anna-Katerina Hadjantonakis & Daniel Heller
Memorial Sloan Kettering Launches New Center for Molecular Imaging and Nanotechnology
The new center brings together scientists and clinicians working in various fields who will use the power of imaging to speed research and innovations in cancer care.