NEW STUDY. An in-depth genetic analysis of tumor samples from all children with brain and spinal cord tumors may provide a more accurate diagnosis. In a new study, researchers at the University of Gothenburg show that analyses of the methylation profile of tumors can be used. This analytic method has already been introduced at Sahlgrenska University Hospital. Tumors of the brain or spinal cord are rare in children, accounting for…
Five researchers receive grants from the Lundberg Foundation
GRANTS. Five researchers at the University of Gothenburg will receive slightly more than SEK 12 million from the Lundberg Foundation in its latest round of awarded grants. In total, the Lundberg Research Foundation is awarding more than SEK 49 million to 17 projects in Gothenburg, Lund, Stockholm, and Uppsala this year. Volkan Sayin, an associate senior lecturer at the Institute of Clinical Sciences, is being given SEK 3 million to…
Scientific Advisory Board visits the Sahlgrenska Comprehensive Cancer Centre (SCCC)
RESEARCH COLLABORATION. Recently, the Sahlgrenska Comprehensive Cancer Centre (SCCC) had a visit from its Scientific Advisory Board. The visit was intended to provide independent suggestions on how targeted initiatives can be used to prioritize and support Sahlgrenska Academy and SCCC’s research organizationally. “This type of consultation from experts who are also researchers in leading positions will be particularly valuable when instituting changes and improvements within SCCC,” said Mikael Nilsson, professor…
New insight into receptors on the surface of B cells – relevant for cancer treatment
NEW STUDY. A study by researchers in the Department of Rheumatology and Inflammation identifies a mechanism in the signal system that activates B cells. The findings could enable new ways of treating cancer diseases caused by B cells becoming malignant, such as certain forms of lymphoma. This research is fundamental and increases the understanding of the cascade of signals that lead to activation of a B cell when it encounters…
Carolina Guibentif named one of research leaders of the future
YOUNG RESEARCHERS. Carolina Guibentif, a researcher in the Department of Microbiology and Immunology, uses single-cell analysis to identify genes and mechanisms that have an important bearing on prenatal cancers. Her dream is to develop research that could help the early identification of newborns at risk of developing cancer. Naturally, Guibentif is delighted to be among those recently named a Research Leader of the Future by the Swedish Foundation for Strategic…