
Oncotarget
Oncotarget is a primarily oncology-focused, peer-reviewed, open access journal. Papers are published continuously within yearly volumes in their final and complete form and then quickly released to Pubmed.
Oncotarget is now indexed by MEDLINE, PubMed and PMC/PubMed.
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Aug 5, 2024 • 3min
INT-1B3 miR-193a-3p Mimic Boosts T Cell Immunity and Induces Tumor Cell Death
Chantal L. Duurland, Thijs de Gunst, Harm C. den Boer, and their team explore a groundbreaking approach to cancer treatment using the INT-1B3 miR-193a-3p mimic. This innovative therapy enhances T cell immunity and induces immunogenic cell death, showing potential for long-term tumor resistance. The researchers discuss the implications of their findings on the tumor microenvironment and how this method could revolutionize anti-tumor strategies. Expect insights into the future of immunotherapy and its transformative potential in cancer care.

Jul 26, 2024 • 4min
Prognostic and Therapeutic Insights Into MIF, DDT, and CD74 in Melanoma
Researchers dive into the roles of Macrophage Migration Inhibitory Factor (MIF) and D-dopachrome Tautomerase (DDT) in melanoma. They explore how these factors might influence tumor progression and patient survival. The study reveals MIF as a potential target for immune therapy in resistant cases. Additionally, insights from a comprehensive analysis of patient samples suggest that MIF and DDT levels could serve as crucial prognostic markers. Innovative approaches in gene expression research are paving the way for future therapeutic strategies.

Jul 25, 2024 • 8min
Novel Triple-Drug Combination to Fight Pancreatic Cancer
Benigno C. Valdez and his fellow researchers, Apostolia M. Tsimberidou, Bin Yuan, Yago Nieto, Mehmet A. Baysal, Abhijit Chakraborty, Clark R. Andersen, and Borje S. Andersson, delve into a groundbreaking triple-drug combination against pancreatic cancer. They reveal how the synergistic effects of histone deacetylase inhibitors, PARP inhibitors, and decitabine can enhance treatment efficacy. This innovative strategy challenges conventional therapies and highlights the importance of collaboration in advancing personalized cancer treatment.

Jul 24, 2024 • 3min
Prevalence and Impact of the KIT M541L Variant in Patients with Mastocytosis
Luisa N. Dominguez Aldama, Eric Karlins, and Xiaoping Sun, leading researchers in mastocytosis genetics, delve into the intriguing KIT M541L variant. They reveal that this variant is often associated with systemic mastocytosis, particularly in pediatric cases. The discussion uncovers how this mutation compares in prevalence between patients and a control group, alongside its surprising lack of significant symptom differences. Listeners will gain insights into how genetic factors influence mastocytosis diagnosis and patient experiences.

Jul 22, 2024 • 2min
Oncotarget Welcomes New Editorial Board Members
BUFFALO, NY - July 22, 2024 – Oncotarget proudly welcomes new members to our esteemed Editorial Board, including our new Co-Editor-in-Chief, Dr. Wafik S. El-Deiry.
Joining Dr. El-Deiry on Oncotarget’s Editorial Board are Dr. Trever Bivona, Dr. Phillip Buckhaults, Dr. Fred Bunz, Dr. Jonathan Chernoff, Dr. Stephen G. Chun, Dr. Nathan Dolloff, Dr. Peiwen Fei, Dr. Justin D. Lathia, Dr. Bora Lim, Dr. Jia (Jenny) Liu, Dr. Hui-Wen Lo, Dr. Emil Lou, Dr. Anirban Maitra, Dr. Ruben A. Mesa, and Dr. Yashbir Singh.
To learn more about our outstanding members, please visit our Editorial Board page.
In celebration of the new additions to Oncotarget’s Editorial Board, we are excited to offer a special discount of 50% on all publication fees until the end of the year. This is our way of saying thank you to our supporters!
To learn about how to publish with Oncotarget, please visit our Editorial Policies page.
About Oncotarget
Oncotarget (a primarily oncology-focused, peer-reviewed, open access journal) aims to maximize research impact through insightful peer-review; eliminate borders between specialties by linking different fields of oncology, cancer research and biomedical sciences; and foster application of basic and clinical science.
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Jul 22, 2024 • 3min
Efficacy of Pembrolizumab with sEphB4-HSA in HPV-negative EphrinB2-positive HNSCC
Discover groundbreaking research on combining pembrolizumab with soluble EphB4-HSA to tackle HPV-negative head and neck cancer. The clinical trial reveals a significant 24% overall response rate, offering hope to patients facing limited treatment options. The conversation touches on the safety profile of this innovative therapy, which aligns with previous studies, highlighting its promise in improving outcomes for those with metastatic cancer. Tune in for insights into future treatment possibilities for this challenging disease.

Jul 19, 2024 • 3min
DDX41’s Unique Contribution to Myeloid Leukemogenesis
Researcher Hirotaka Matsui from the National Cancer Center Hospital in Tokyo discusses genetic predisposition in myeloid neoplasms and the role of DDX41 in myeloid leukemogenesis. The podcast explores the unique disease characteristics associated with DDX41 variants.

Jul 17, 2024 • 3min
Using Early On-treatment ctDNA Measurements as Response Assessment in mCRPC
Researchers from Radboud University Medical Center discuss the importance of early on-treatment ctDNA measurements in mCRPC, identifying patients who benefit from specific therapies like PARPi or LuPSMA in first-line treatment with ARPIs.

Jul 16, 2024 • 3min
HER2-low and HER2-zero in Breast Cancer Between Prognosis, Prediction and Entity
Researchers Marcus Schmidt, Hans-Anton Lehr, and Katrin Almstedt discuss the impact of HER2 in breast cancer prognosis and treatment. They challenge conventional beliefs by exploring the responsiveness of HER2-low and HER2-zero tumors to Trastuzumab-based therapies.

Jul 15, 2024 • 4min
Comparison of FDG-PET/CT and CT for Treatment Evaluation of Patients With Unresectable Mesothelioma
Researcher Kazuhiro Kitajima discusses a study comparing FDG-PET/CT and CT for evaluating tumor response in patients with unresectable mesothelioma. The study focuses on response rates, survival outcomes, and imaging modalities accuracy in treatment evaluation.