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  05.17.13

  Decoded: Molecular messages that tell prostate and breast cancers to spread

  Cancer cells are wily, well-traveled adversaries, constantly side-stepping treatments to stop their spread.

  But for the first time, scientists at the University of Michigan have decoded the molecular chatter that ramps certain cancer cells into overdrive and can cause tumors to metastasize throughout the body.

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  05.08.13

  Study finds gaps in "decision aids" designed to help determine right cancer screening option for patients

  When it comes to a cancer diagnosis, timing can be everything – the sooner it's found, the more treatable it is. But when and how often should someone get screened?

  A growing number of educational, interactive tools known as "decision aids" – such as videodiscs, audiotapes, workbooks and pamphlets – are intended to supplement patient-doctor discussions on the pros and cons of timing, methods and frequency for different types of cancer screening.
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  05.08.13

  New center to focus on the statistics of cancer research

  As cancer research has become more complex, requiring advanced statistical analysis of data, collaboration among cancer researchers and statistical researchers has become ever more critical.

  As a result, the going to a new websiteUniversity of Michigan School of Public Health will establish a Center for Cancer Biostatistics within the going to a new website Department of Biostatistics.

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