Research - NCI-CONNECTions
Rare brain and spine tumor research news and updates from NCI leading experts and collaborators. Includes articles on molecular profiling, genetic testing, and clinical studies and trials to develop better therapies.
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A team of statisticians and software developers ensures that patient-reported outcomes data are collected and analyzed effectively to inform treatment and research.
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Research Nurse Sonja Crandon shares her work, the goals of the Natural History Study, and how it could reveal new areas of research while helping people with brain and spine tumors.
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NCI’s Neuro-Oncology Branch is advancing care and treatment through collaborative scientific workshops, research discoveries, and successful clinical trials.
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Learn how a not-for-profit organization studies the incidence, prevalence, and survival of people with rare brain and other central nervous system tumors to help facilitate research and raise awareness.
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Dr. Edjah Nduom treats and studies rare brain and spine cancers. He shares his knowledge to help patients find specialized care for their tumor type.
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Dr. Margarita Raygada helps brain and spine tumor patients understand what genetic testing means for their care and family cancer risk—and what it means for research.
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Our neuro-oncology providers share answers to important questions about brain tumor care, treatment, impact, and innovative research.
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Read how Dr. Brett Theeler is helping treat and educate patients with PXA and APXA tumors, which are among the rarest of rare brain and spine cancers.
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Dr. Terri Armstrong shares why she chose to study rare brain and spine tumors and how her research is advancing patient quality of life.
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Read how collaborating across specialties can help neuro-oncologists better understand pineal region tumors.