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Matthew D. Park

Groundbreaking immunologist whose research focuses on how aging immune cells trigger cancer development and the potential of existing medications to prevent and treat cancer.

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Feb 24, 2025 • 1h 1min

Groundbreaking Cancer Research: How Common Meds May Change the Game | Matthew D. Park, PhD

In this discussion with Matthew D. Park, a pioneering immunologist, listeners dive into how aging immune cells may inadvertently fuel cancer growth. Park reveals that myeloid cells can suppress cancer-fighting mechanisms as we age. He also explores how existing medications could reset this harmful process and transform cancer treatment, especially for lung cancer. The conversation highlights innovative strategies, including repurposed drugs like Anakinra, that could revolutionize care for high-risk patients.