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New models for patient-derived head and neck cancers

New models for patient-derived head and neck cancers

From the Beronja Lab and Dr. Brittany Barber
Science SpotlightSeptember 26, 2025
Kuni Foundation awards $7M to drive adult oncology research forward

Kuni Foundation awards $7M to drive adult oncology research forward

Vancouver, Washington-based foundation supports innovative early-stage research on new potential therapies
Hutch NewsJune 30, 2025
A swollen lymph node leads to a diagnosis of throat cancer

A swollen lymph node leads to a diagnosis of throat cancer

Fred Hutch treats a patient’s throat cancer with a multispecialty approach that includes state-of-the-art robotic surgery, proton therapy and kindness everywhere he turned
Hutch NewsMay 05, 2025
Two doses of the HPV vaccine is all you need

Two doses of the HPV vaccine is all you need

Long-term immunity from human papillomavirus infections — and the deadly cancers they can drive — reached with just two jabs
Hutch NewsFebruary 26, 2025
Starting the year smarter

Starting the year smarter

How patients, providers, researchers and others stay informed amid a deluge of data and information
Hutch NewsJanuary 08, 2025
After a rare nasopharynx carcinoma diagnosis, North Carolina resident looked to experts at Fred Hutch

After a rare nasopharynx carcinoma diagnosis, North Carolina resident looked to experts at Fred Hutch

Proton therapy was an integral part of Mark James’ treatment
Blog PostsNovember 25, 2024
Fred Hutch announces eight recipients of 2024 Dr. Eddie Méndez Scholar Award

Fred Hutch announces eight recipients of 2024 Dr. Eddie Méndez Scholar Award

National award recognizes exceptional postdoctoral researchers from historically underrepresented groups in science
News ReleasesJune 18, 2024
The Beam: Protons for head and neck cancers, a look at our RTTs, meet Angelle Schilling

The Beam: Protons for head and neck cancers, a look at our RTTs, meet Angelle Schilling

When are protons indicated for head and neck cancers? A deeper look at the role of radiation therapists and an introduction to our newest nurse
Blog PostsMarch 29, 2024
First neurosurgery, then head and neck cancer

First neurosurgery, then head and neck cancer

'World-class care' and leading-edge science help Seattle patient overcome dual diagnoses
Blog PostsDecember 04, 2023
Solid tumors use a type of T cell as a shield against immune attack

Solid tumors use a type of T cell as a shield against immune attack

Discovery in head and neck cancers may open door for targeted immune-boosting drugs
Hutch NewsMay 11, 2022
WEE1i treatment acts on profound cell cycle dysregulation in HPV-positive head and neck squamous cell carcinoma

WEE1i treatment acts on profound cell cycle dysregulation in HPV-positive head and neck squamous cell carcinoma

From the Clurman lab, Human Biology and Clinical Research Divisions
Science SpotlightNovember 16, 2020
Single dad takes on head and neck cancer at the SCCA proton therapy center

Single dad takes on head and neck cancer at the SCCA proton therapy center

The unicyclist's diagnosis at 39 came as a shock.
Blog PostsMarch 02, 2020
Dr. Zhe Ying receives award to study how head and neck cancers overcome newly discovered tumor-blocking mechanism

Dr. Zhe Ying receives award to study how head and neck cancers overcome newly discovered tumor-blocking mechanism

Postdoc’s Pathway to Independence Award will help lay the foundation for his early career
Hutch NewsSeptember 13, 2019
Two Irish microbiologists find their way, together, to Seattle

Two Irish microbiologists find their way, together, to Seattle

Microbiome experts Drs. Susan Bullman and Christopher Johnston join Fred Hutch
Hutch NewsJuly 22, 2019
How to talk to parents about HPV vaccines

How to talk to parents about HPV vaccines

Fred Hutch public health researcher shares science-based tips to help doctors navigate crucial cancer-prevention conversations
Hutch NewsJune 20, 2019