Landmark study finds new gene mutations that drive acute lymphoblastic leukemia (ALL)
St. Jude scientists helped lead a comprehensive genomic analysis to uncover the impact of genes on the treatment and outcome of the...
Oct 14, 2022
To wipe childhood cancer off the map, scientists must chart its genomic landscape
Scientists have created a roadmap of the genetic mutations present in the most common childhood cancer, acute lymphoblastic leukemia...
Sep 2, 2022
Protein activity reveals new childhood ALL combination treatment strategy
Blocking a protein chain reaction makes childhood leukemia cells more sensitive to an existing targeted treatment, a new study shows....
Mar 2, 2022
Inherited gene variant powers up an oncogene to drive a high-risk leukemia
Scientists at St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital have revealed how an inherited genetic variant turns on an oncogene, increasing...
Feb 4, 2022
Genetic ancestry provides important context for understanding global diversity in childhood leukemia
St. Jude Children's Research Hospital scientists have shown that addressing racial disparities in acute lymphoblastic leukemia should...
Jan 28, 2022
Study Confirms Nutrient’s Role in Childhood Blood Cancer
A molecular building block of many animal proteins, the amino acid valine, plays a key role in cancerous growth seen in T cell acute...
Dec 22, 2021
Long-Term Effects of Pediatric Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia
Despite major advances in the treatment of acute lymphoblastic leukemia (ALL), adult survivors face long-term health consequences. A ...
Dec 14, 2021
USC study identifies new risk factor for most common childhood cancer, Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia
According the research, children genetically predisposed to overproduce lymphocytes in relation to other white blood cells are at...
Sep 13, 2021
Pediatric ALL Relapse May Be Caused by Mutations From Chemotherapy
Chemotherapy is standard care for pediatric acute lymphoblastic leukemia (ALL), but new research shows thiopurines can cause mutations ...
Aug 11, 2021
International Collaboration Helps Refine Treatment for Childhood Leukemia
Scientists at St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital are working with colleagues in China to develop better therapy for childhood acute...
Jul 30, 2021

