New Science Spotlight Articles

Every month, Fred Hutch postdoc writer/editors summarize two papers from each of our scientific divisions to stimulate collaborations across campus
12 NEW February 27, 2026
Supplements don’t prevent cancer, studies show

Supplements don’t prevent cancer, studies show

Fred Hutch research finds some supplements offer little benefit, some may increase cancer risk and some can interfere with treatment
Hutch NewsFebruary 19, 2026
The Beam: Lung and breast cancer screening and prevention; heart health nutrition advice; meet a new child life specialist

The Beam: Lung and breast cancer screening and prevention; heart health nutrition advice; meet a new child life specialist

What are some cancer prevention steps you can take? Tips on heart-healthy nutrition after treatment; meet Katy Tenhulzen, CCLS
Blog PostsJanuary 30, 2026
The Beam: New lung cancer research, meals while away from home, meet our new head-and-neck cancer expert

The Beam: New lung cancer research, meals while away from home, meet our new head-and-neck cancer expert

Fred Hutch expert weighs in on recent ASTRO conference, nutrition and cooking tips, meet Dr. Paul Riviere
Blog PostsNovember 03, 2025
The Beam: Going back to school after cancer, radiation therapy and fatigue, meet a program department coordinator

The Beam: Going back to school after cancer, radiation therapy and fatigue, meet a program department coordinator

How is school different for children who face cancer? Dietitian Laura Martinell explains how to combat treatment-related fatigue; meet Chris Bodewell
Blog PostsJuly 16, 2025
The Beam: Takeaways from NAPT conference, redesigned playroom opens, meet proton registered dietitian

The Beam: Takeaways from NAPT conference, redesigned playroom opens, meet proton registered dietitian

Fred Hutch staff share learnings from the proton therapy conference, program coordinator reimagines playroom with business school team, meet Laura Martinell
Blog PostsJune 02, 2025
The Beam: Child life specialists help young patients and their caregivers; common nutrition questions answered; meet a pediatric patient care coordinator

The Beam: Child life specialists help young patients and their caregivers; common nutrition questions answered; meet a pediatric patient care coordinator

Learn what child life specialists do, nutrition column from Fred Hutch registered dietitian, meet Jennifer Wheeler
Blog PostsApril 28, 2025
37 years of nourishing care

37 years of nourishing care

Fred Hutch registered dietitian Paula Charuhas Macris reflects on changes and progress in patient care over the years
Hutch NewsMarch 21, 2025
Navigating a brand-new cancer diagnosis

Navigating a brand-new cancer diagnosis

Fred Hutch nurse navigation program expands, reducing waiting time for new appointments and treatment
Hutch NewsJanuary 09, 2025
The Beam: Fred Hutch helps NASA develop and launch a patient program; fats during cancer treatment; meet our new provider

The Beam: Fred Hutch helps NASA develop and launch a patient program; fats during cancer treatment; meet our new provider

Fred Hutch collaborates with NASA; the benefits of adding fats during treatment; new radiation oncologist will focus on gastrointestinal cancers
Blog PostsNovember 06, 2024
The Beam: New leadership at Fred Hutch, an in-depth look at medical physics, antioxidants and their role in cancer care, an introduction to new radiation therapist

The Beam: New leadership at Fred Hutch, an in-depth look at medical physics, antioxidants and their role in cancer care, an introduction to new radiation therapist

Dr. Jing Zeng accepts new role; exploring medical physics; nutrition column on antioxidants; meet Tiffany Huang, radiation therapist
Blog PostsJuly 25, 2024
The Beam: Proton therapy conference recap, your protein needs during therapy, meet Jillian Wimberly

The Beam: Proton therapy conference recap, your protein needs during therapy, meet Jillian Wimberly

Annual proton therapy meeting findings, a registered dietitian explains protein's importance during cancer care and our newest radiation therapist
Blog PostsApril 29, 2024
The Beam: 5,000th graduate celebration, the benefits of dark chocolate and meet Tina McCoy

The Beam: 5,000th graduate celebration, the benefits of dark chocolate and meet Tina McCoy

A major patient milestone, nutrition notes on a Valentine's Day favorite and a new team member
Blog PostsJanuary 26, 2024
When to do what to reduce your risk of cancer

When to do what to reduce your risk of cancer

A handy decade-by-decade guide for recommended screenings and other preventive actions
Hutch NewsJanuary 25, 2024
How to survive the holidays with cancer

How to survive the holidays with cancer

Scientists, providers and patients offer tips on getting through the season after a diagnosis
Hutch NewsDecember 08, 2023
Empowering Healthy Eating in Navajo Students Through School Gardens

Empowering Healthy Eating in Navajo Students Through School Gardens

From the Beresford research group, Public Health Sciences Division
Science SpotlightNovember 20, 2023
Caregivers know compassion is critical; staying organized is, too

Caregivers know compassion is critical; staying organized is, too

One woman shares tips on caring for a spouse going through blood cancer treatment
Hutch NewsNovember 01, 2023
The Beam: New breast cancer specialist Dr. Kylie Kang; new role for Dr. Stephanie Schaub and Thanksgiving nutritional advice

The Beam: New breast cancer specialist Dr. Kylie Kang; new role for Dr. Stephanie Schaub and Thanksgiving nutritional advice

Meet our newest doctor, learn about a key provider's new role and some recipes to try for Thanksgiving
Blog PostsOctober 26, 2023