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BCCHR researchers develop new way to match young cancer patients with the right drugs
A pan-Canadian team has developed a new way to quickly find personalized treatments for young cancer patients, by growing their tumours in chicken eggs and analyzing their proteins.
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New study makes key findings in potential advancement of diabetes cure
Stem cell-based therapies are some of the most promising approaches for treating type 1 diabetes (T1D), an autoimmune disease that destroys insulin-producing beta cells. Beta cells sense glucose (sugar from foods) and release insulin into the blood to regulate energy delivery to the cells all over the body. Stem cells can be transformed into replacements…
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A safer treatment path for high-risk children to overcome food allergies
New research from BC Children’s Hospital Research Institute and the University of British Columbia (UBC) reveals a safe path to overcoming food allergies for older children or building resistance for those who can’t risk consuming allergens.
