13 Jun 2017
VARI-SU2C Epigenetics Dream Team launches new clinical trial to combat blood cancers
International collaboration pairs immunotherapy with an epigenetic drug to stop progression of chronic myelomonocytic leukemia and myelodysplastic syndrome into acute myeloid leukemia...Read More
2 Mar 2017
Three things to know about colorectal cancer
March marks Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month, a time to share information and raise awareness about these devastating diseases. Here are three key...Read More
10 Oct 2016
Combinations and collaborations in the fight against cancer: An interview with Dr. Feyruz Rassool and Dr. Stephen Baylin
What happens when scientists collaborate rather than compete? In this case, the result is a combination of two drugs that may be...Read More
14 Sep 2016
Stand Up To Cancer hosts another incredible telecast!
Last Friday, Stand Up To Cancer (SU2C) hosted its fifth live telecast, which brought together top scientists, actors and musicians in support...Read More
29 Aug 2016
Vitamin C may boost effectiveness of acute myeloid leukemia treatment
EDITOR’S NOTE: Maintaining proper nutrition is an important part of cancer therapy. Patients are urged to consult their doctors before making any...Read More
16 Jun 2016
Stand Up To Cancer returns for fifth live roadblock telecast Friday, September 9 Bradley Cooper to executive-produce with award-winning team at Done + Dusted
Note: This press release was written by Stand Up To Cancer (SU2C). Van Andel Research Institute (VARI) is home to the VARI-SU2C Epigenetics...Read More
27 Aug 2015
Researchers mimic viral infection in colon cancer stem cells, identify druggable target to potentially root out disease, end relapse
Note: This press release was written by Princess Margaret Cancer Centre. Dr. Peter Jones, Van Andel Research Institute’s (VARI) research director, is a...Read More
26 Feb 2015
Van Andel Research Institute appoints leading cancer scientist Dr. Stephen Baylin as professor
GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. (Feb. 26, 2015)—Renowned cancer scientist and epigenetics expert Stephen Baylin, M.D., has accepted an appointment at Van Andel Research Institute...Read More
20 Oct 2014
Stand Up To Cancer Epigenetics Dream Team continues with $7.5 million funding from Van Andel Research Institute
Grand Rapids, Michigan (October 20, 2014)— The work of one of the Stand Up To Cancer (SU2C) inaugural Dream Teams, launched in...Read More