A genetic explanation for lymphoma patients that can’t be cured by standard treatment
Some patients with non-Hodgkin lymphoma respond poorly to standard treatment. Thanks to DNA sequencing, scientists now know why.
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Scientists develop a new method for finding cancer-killing cells
Harnessing the power of our own immune systems can help fight off cancer. Researchers at the BC Cancer Genome Sciences Centre have developed a method to tell immune cells exactly what to look for.
BC Premier John Horgan visits the GSC
Ahead of our 20th Anniversary, we gave the Premier of British Columbia a hands-on tour of our DNA sequencing and bioinformatics technology platform.
BC Cancer Practice-based Research Challenge announces funding for five teams
The Practice-based Research Challenge bridges the gap between clinical practice and research by empowering point-of-care interprofessional clinical teams to identify challenging clinical issues and find evidence-based answers through research.
Dr. Haishan Zeng receives CIHR project grant of $711,451 for “Multiphoton Photothermolysis Based Laser Therapy for Precision Treatment of Neovascular Eye Diseases”
Congratulations to Dr. Haishan Zeng for receiving a CIHR project grant of $711,451 for “Multiphoton Photothermolysis Based Laser Therapy for Precision Treatment of Neovascular Eye Diseases”.
Dr. Shoukat Dedhar awarded UBC Killam Research Prize
Congratulations to Dr. Shoukat Dedhar for receiving the 2019 Faculty of Medicine UBC Killam Research Prize.
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