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New MSK research shows how pancreatic cancer cells organize themselves to fuel tumor growth; finds an antibody-drug conjugate shows efficacy in rare pediatric sarcoma; develops an AI tool could accelerate identification of disease-causing genetic variants; and builds quantum nanosensors for cancer blood tests.

… Monday, April 27, 2026   New research from Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center (MSK) reveals how pancreatic cancer cells organize themselves to fuel tumor growth; finds an antibody-drug conjugate shows efficacy in rare pediatric sarcoma; develops an AI tool could accelerate identification of disease-causing

See how the MSK Kids Class of 2020 celebrated their high school graduation.

… Thursday, July 2, 2020 Summary Though the setup was different, the MSK Kids Class of 2020 was still feted at a celebratory and empowering virtual commencement ceremony. The graduates at this year’s 14th Annual Convocation Ceremony know all about surmounting challenges and fostering resilience: They were

Here’s what to know about breast-feeding during chemotherapy and other treatments for cancer.

… Tuesday, August 2, 2016 Summary Many women in treatment for cancer struggle with whether to continue breast-feeding their baby. Whether it’s recommended depends on your particular situation. Resources and support are available to help you make an informed decision. Breast-feeding benefits babies and

A new finding provides insight into how breast cancer develops resistance to aromatase inhibitors.

… Thursday, September 3, 2020 Summary Many patients with estrogen-positive breast cancer develop resistance to drugs called aromatase inhibitors. MSK researchers have discovered that mutations in a gene called FOXA1 cause the cancer cells to grow and resist aromatase inhibitors in distinct ways. Most breast

MSK’s fertility experts and nurse specialists counsel more than 800 patients every year. Their guidance gives patients hope that they can have a family — and helps them focus on the future.

… Friday, October 1, 2021 First came the news that Lauren Heuchling had a rare, life-threatening pediatric blood disorder . Her Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center doctor, Farid Boulad, said she needed grueling treatment right away: chemotherapy and radiation, followed by a bone marrow transplant. Then

Learn about recent research led by MSK physician-scientist Luc Morris, who is trying to better predict who will benefit from immunotherapy.

… Thursday, November 4, 2021 How can oncologists better predict who will benefit from a widely used class of immunotherapy drugs called checkpoint inhibitors? In the precision medicine era of cancer care, it’s a question that has only increased in relevance. To answer it, a team including Luc Morris ,

A single prostate specific antigen (PSA) test taken before the age of 50 can be used to predict advanced prostate cancer in men up to 25 years in advance of a diagnosis, according to a new study published by researchers at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center in New York and Lund University in Sweden.

… Thursday, February 14, 2008 A single prostate specific antigen (PSA) test taken before the age of 50 can be used to predict advanced prostate cancer in men up to 25 years in advance of a diagnosis, according to a new study published by researchers at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center in New York

Memorial Sloan Kettering “green” committees focus on waste reduction and energy efficiency throughout the institution while donating useful supplies to New York–area nonprofits.

… Tuesday, July 8, 2014 Summary Memorial Sloan Kettering “green” committees focus on waste reduction and energy efficiency throughout the institution while donating useful supplies to New York–area nonprofits. Some 18,000 of New York City’s homebound elderly rely on the meals that are delivered daily to

Jacqueline Barnes, RN, MPH, of Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center and a resident of Roosevelt Island, NY, has been recognized for outstanding patient care with a New York Times Job Market "Tribute to Nurses" award.

… Monday, November 20, 2006 Only Recipient in the Northeast to be Honored out of 500 Nominees Jacqueline Barnes, RN, MPH, of Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center (MSKCC) and a resident of Roosevelt Island, NY, has been recognized for outstanding patient care with a New York Times Job Market “Tribute

In an international study led by MSK, researchers reported finding key mutations driving the disease histiocytosis for nearly all of the people included.

… Wednesday, December 4, 2019 Summary In an international study led by MSK, researchers reported finding key mutations driving the disease histiocytosis for nearly all of the people included. Histiocytoses are a group of blood diseases that are diagnosed in only a few hundred people in the United States