GRANT. Natural tissue breast reconstruction is currently only offered to patients who have undergone radiotherapy. Emma Hansson, supported by a SEK 10 million grant from the Swedish Cancer Society, aims to compare diverse methods. Her goal: to expand options for reconstructing breasts using the body’s own tissue. The Swedish Cancer Society recently announced a remarkable surge in funding for ten research projects focused on clinical treatment studies. Emma Hansson’s…
Boost for new treatment that affects gut microbiota
GRANT. Professor of Molecular Medicine Fredrik Bäckhed has been awarded funding from SciLifeLab and the Knut and Alice Wallenberg Foundation’s joint Proof of Concept grant program. The research team is developing inhibitor drugs targeting an enzyme linked to a molecule that appears to contribute to the stiffening of the heart, liver, and other organs, which can increase the risk of heart failure and liver disease. Fredrik Bäckhed’s research team is…
AI models to analyze MRI scans of tumors
FUNDING. Prostate cancer screening faces a critical challenge due to the shortage of expert reviewers. Jonas Wallström has secured research funding to develop AI models that could offer a practical solution. The funding, administered by the Sahlgrenska Comprehensive Cancer Center’s research council, aims to strengthen the competitiveness of cancer research at Sahlgrenska University Hospital and Sahlgrenska Academy within the strategic research plan framework. Jonas Wallström, a senior physician specializing in…
Major VR-grants In clinical therapy research
GRANT. Two projects at WCMTM receive funding from the Swedish Research Council for clinical therapy research. The studies receiving support should have a clear connection to the needs of healthcare and demonstrate patient and societal benefits within five years after the end of the projects. Anders Rosengren receives nearly SEK 19 million during the period 2024-2027 for his research on type 2 diabetes and the evaluation of long-term preventive measures…
Five young researchers were awarded Bollan scholarships for promising projects
GRANTS. After the review process was completed, it became clear that five researchers at Sahlgrenska Academy have been awarded the Bollan Scholarship 2023. These researchers are conducting projects in the field of medicine and health and will be able to utilize the infrastructures at Core Facilities. The award ceremony for the Bollan Scholarship 2023 was held on October 12th. Present to present the award were Elisabet Carlsohn and Marie Hornfelt,…