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Conducting Early Phase Trials of Promising Treatments in Neuro-Oncology
Shwetal Mehta, PhD, emphasizes her institution’s patient-focused and scientifically rigorous philosophy when developing new therapies in brain cancer.
Forming Connections and Making a Difference in the Brain Cancer Field
The only way forward in the brain cancer field is to be open to mentoring others, according to Yoshie Umemura, MD.
Finding Mentors and Forging Connections in the Brain Cancer Field
The act of asking for help is critical to finding mentors who can help one advance in the brain cancer field, according to Yoshie Umemura, MD.
Advancing Glioblastoma Research Through a Phase 3 Niraparib Trial
Investigators of the Gliofocus trial look to set a clinically relevant “benchmark” in the glioblastoma field, according to Nader Sanai, MD.
Expediting Clinical Trial Processes to Advance Brain Cancer Research
Through multidisciplinary collaboration, Yoshie Umemura, MD, and colleagues were able to organize the Gliofocus trial in brain cancer relatively fast.
Improving Day-to-Day Brain Cancer Care Via Multidisciplinary Collaboration
Yoshie Umemura, MD, discusses how multiple departments can positively impact a patient with brain cancer during their visit to a medical center.
Early Neuro-Oncology Strategies May Hold Promise in Glioblastoma
Antibody-drug conjugates and small molecule inhibitors may show utility in the neuro-oncology field, according to Nader Sanai, MD.
Niraparib May Show “Meaningful” Benefits in MGMT Unmethylated Glioblastoma
The phase 3 Gliofocus trial aims to meaningfully improve survival and quality of life with niraparib among patients with newly diagnosed glioblastoma.
Prior Encouraging Data Support Further Study of Niraparib in Glioblastoma
Findings from a proof-of-concept study show a potential survival benefit with niraparib/radiotherapy in patients with newly diagnosed glioblastoma.