News about Cancer

Researchers can now identify cancer cells leading to tumor recurrence

Cancer cells escaping tumors in the brain avoid surgery and create new recurrent tumors, but now researchers from the University of Copenhagen and Rigshospitalet have identified and characterized these cells. This can…

BRIC researcher participates in prime-time TV-show to explain how fundamental research can help cancer patients

This year, Fena Ochs, is part of the “Knæk Cancer” fundraising show by the Danish Cancer Society and Danish TV-channel TV2. She shows how Knæk Cancer supports her research in breast- and ovarian cancer.

AI could predict breast cancer risk via ‘zombie cells’

Research from the University of Copenhagen shows that new AI technology is better at predicting the risk of breast cancer than current clinical benchmarks.

Now we know why children with Down’s syndrome have higher risk of Leukemia

People with Down’s syndrome face a higher risk of developing Leukemia. Now researchers from the University of Copenhagen explain why, by identifying specific changes in blood cells of people with Down’s syndrome.

Lars Engelholm awarded prestigious grant to advance innovative pan-cancer therapy

Patients suffering from pancreatic cancer, as well as other cancer types, may face better treatment in the future. Researchers from BRIC and Rigshospitalet are awarded a 5 million DKK Frontier Grant by LF.

AI successfully helps detecting more breast cancers around Danish capital

AI has helped to detect significantly more cases of breast cancer and reduce radiologist workloads. These are among the main conclusions of a new evaluation study from the University of Copenhagen and Capital Region of…

Now we know why successful treatment does not affect specific cancer cells

The cells of a rare, deadly cancer are resistant to immunotherapy. Now researchers may have found the cause, paving the way for a new type of treatment.

Now we know why successful treatment does not affect specific cancer cells

BRIC researchers reveal how glioblastoma cancer cells change appearance to avoid immunotherapy

“Working in a small company where I get insights into everything is fantastic”

Sofie Liljewall is an industrial PhD Student at SOLID Therapeutics and CBMR. Sofie has a Master’s degree in molecular biotechnology engineering and did her Master's thesis in the Schwartz Group at CBMR.

Elena Vidal-Calvo

Ph.D., Faculty of Health and Medical Sciences, University of Copenhagen

New BRIC group leader seeks a multi-expertise approach in research

Associate professor Julien Duxin is new group leader at BRIC. On June 10, 2024, Duxin-group from Center for Protein is moving to BRIC.

Caroline Bang Løppke

Ph.D., Faculty of Health and Medical Sciences, University of Copenhagen

N. Meltem Daysal and co-author's new working paper featured on the NBER website.

Do Medical Treatments Work for Work: Evidence from Breast Cancer Patients

Research project will develop intelligent robot that can screen for bowel cancer

A new and innovative research project will study whether robots can be used to perform colonoscopies to ensure faster and less painful screening of patients. The research project is funded by the EU.

BRIC is hiring one or two new group leaders

BRIC is hiring two new group leaders to establish and lead a new research group.

Bakterier kan hæmme virkning af kræftmedicin

Gule stafylokokker kan forværre kræft hos patienter med en bestemt type lymfom. Nu har danske forskere fundet årsagen. Det giver håb om behandling.

Germs can offset the effect of cancer therapy

An infection with the bacteria Staphylococcus aureus tends to worsen the condition for patients with a specific lymphoma type. A Danish research team has identified the cause, providing hope for improved treatment.

Key Role of Epigenetic Information in Stem Cell Function unveiled

Researchers revealed the importance of the transmission of epigenetic information through cell division for embryonic stem cells functionality. This has broad implications for aging, cancer, and regenerative medicine.

Medication in lower doses can save the healthcare system billions of DKK

The effect of cancer drugs can often be preserved even when the labeled dose is significantly reduced. This can be used to spare cancer patients from side effects, free up staffing resources, and save the Danish…

Denmark funds BRIC cancer research projects

From left: Fena Ochs, Jesper Andersen, Niels Behrendt Thanks to the generous donations made during the 2023 Knæk Cancer show last month, run by Danish Cancer Society and TV2, BRIC researchers Fena Ochs, Niels Behrend…

We can save lives and millions with less nitrate in drinking water

Denmark could save lives and more than $300 million a year by reducing the amount of nitrate in its drinking water. This, according to calculations by researchers from the University of Copenhagen, Aarhus University and…

Mapping the evolution of the human genome – A Portrait of New Group Leader Fran Supek

Fran Supek, new Group Leader and Professor at the Biotech Research & Innovation Centre (BRIC) in Copenhagen aims to achieve a deeper understanding of the processes behind cancer mutations. He will do so by combining…

Turning the Right Cell-Switch to unlock the Cure for Cancer

All cells have thousands of switches on their surface, so-called ‘receptors'. Turning the right ones allows us to develop smart and more effective cures against cancer.

Oldest known molecule surprises researchers. It could lead to new important treatments

Researchers have previously believed that the ribosome, one of the body's most crucial molecular machines, was merely a helper when creating new cells. However, recent research reveals that the ribosome has far greater…