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Stanford University

Developing Effective Immune Therapies to Treat Cancer

Stanford University via YouTube

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Explore the latest advancements in cancer immunotherapy with Dr. Shivaani Kummar, a renowned researcher, oncologist, and Co-Director of the Translational Oncology Program at Stanford University. In this 22-minute talk, delve into the intricacies of cancer clinical trial phases, various types of immunotherapies, and innovative approaches to cancer treatment. Gain insights into conductive cell transfer, the role of the immune system in fighting cancer, and the significance of checkpoints. Learn about hypermutated tumors, strategies for improving immunotherapy efficacy, and the optimal timing for interventions. Understand the potential side effects associated with these cutting-edge treatments and discover how researchers are working to develop more effective immune therapies to combat cancer.

Syllabus

Introduction
Phase 1 Study
Why doesnt it actually get rid of the cancer
Types of immunotherapy
Conductive cell transfer
Cell transfer
Immune system
Checkpoints
Docetaxel
Hypermutated tumors
How to improve
When to improve
Strategies
Side Effects

Taught by

Stanford Health Care

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  • Atakan Bilgisu
    Mükemmel bir altyapı edindim ve bu kurs ile bilgi açığımı tamamlamış oldum. Daha fazla öğrenmek için can atıyorum. Medikal alanda bilgi dağarcığımı geliştirerek kendime ve kariyerime daha fazla şey katmak istiyorum
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    Karol Paszkowski
    A very interesting course explaining the processes of fighting cancer. A lot of useful information about treatment through the immune system.

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