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Articles written by undergraduates through our Professor Partnership Program. Learn more at www.sciworthy.com/ppp/
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New nanomedicine approach to halting brain cancer

Posted on September 11, 2023September 9, 2023 by Sciworthy

Scientists developed a new, personalized nanomedicine approach to treat mice with brain cancer.

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    New drug targets “sticky” protein in ovarian cancer

    Posted on August 21, 2023July 31, 2023 by Sciworthy

    Scientists tested a new drug that stops a “sticky” protein from helping ovarian cancer cells spread to other parts of the body.

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      Marijuana use alters adolescent brain development

      Posted on August 14, 2023June 24, 2025 by Sciworthy

      Researchers analyzed marijuana use in US adolescents and showed it affects how the outer layer of their brains develop.

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        A new drug tackles blood cancer at its source

        Posted on July 24, 2023July 23, 2023 by Sciworthy

        Scientists developed a new drug treatment for Acute Myeloid Leukemia that targets both the cancer cells and their source stem cells, like…

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          Cold-activated fat cells help slow tumor growth

          Posted on July 10, 2023June 29, 2023 by Sciworthy

          Researchers found that brown fat activated by cold temperatures can slow the growth of cancerous tumors.

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            Natural supplements could help ease opioid withdrawal

            Posted on July 3, 2023July 7, 2023 by Sciworthy

            Scientists found a natural compound called oleanolic acid decreased withdrawal symptoms associated with morphine addiction in mice.

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              Dual drug delivery to fight liver cancer

              Posted on June 26, 2023June 26, 2023 by Sciworthy

              Researchers used a combination of drugs that slow cancer cell growth and boost the immune system to better fight non-resectable liver…

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                Can a disrupted sleep cycle increase your risk of lung cancer?

                Posted on June 19, 2023June 24, 2025 by Sciworthy

                Researchers showed a cancer-signature gene is activated in mice with chronic jet lag, causing faster tumor growth in their lungs.

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                  Teens who use cannabis with alcohol have worse hangovers

                  Posted on June 12, 2023July 3, 2023 by Sciworthy

                  Scientists showed teens who use cannabis can have worse hangovers due to heavier drinking and increased risk of depression.

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                    Battling ovarian cancer with light

                    Posted on June 5, 2023June 24, 2025 by Sciworthy

                    Researchers engineered a virus to deliver light-sensitive chemicals to ovarian cancer cells and targeted them with a laser. Their new…

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