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
1 NEW October 14, 2026
When both cancer and courage run in the family

When both cancer and courage run in the family

Two Seattle sisters, both diagnosed with BRCA2-driven breast cancer, speak out on importance of genetic testing for hereditary cancers
Hutch NewsSeptember 28, 2026
Testing for hereditary cancers can be a lifesaver

Testing for hereditary cancers can be a lifesaver

Some people aren’t ready yet, while others believe ‘forewarned is forearmed’ when it comes to cancer-causing genetic variants
Hutch NewsSeptember 29, 2025
Pricey whole-body MRIs don’t add up

Pricey whole-body MRIs don’t add up

For cancer screening, proven methods tailored to an individual’s risk level make more sense
Hutch NewsAugust 28, 2025
Bald is beautiful—and cancer-protective

Bald is beautiful—and cancer-protective

PHS, UW researchers link early hair loss to lower prostate cancer risk
Hutch NewsMarch 29, 2010