Friday 12 September 2014

Melanoma and Skin Cancer News Round Up: 12/09/2014


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  • Study links genetic mutation and melanoma progression
Dartmouth researchers have found that the genetic mutation BRAFV600E, frequently found in metastatic melanoma, not only secretes a protein that promotes the growth of melanoma tumour cells, but can also modify the network of normal cells around the tumour to support the disease's progression. 


  • UNM creates new melanoma therapy
A promising new method to diagnose and treat melanoma is a step closer to market following a licensing agreement between an Albuquerque start-up and the University of New Mexico.

Source: ABQ Journal

  • Skin cancer risks higher for soldiers serving abroad
A retrospective study of about 200 US military veterans has uncovered alarming statistics on soldiers deployed oversees being more at risk of developing melanoma and skin cancer.

Source: Vanderbilt

  • Skipton firm licensed to help skin cancer detection rates
Early diagnosis and detection rates of skin cancer have been boosted by a pioneering digital application developed by academics.The Dermofit app which has been developed in the UK trains the medical profession to accurately identify malignant and benign skin lesion and skin growths at an earlier stage.

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