May 18, 2026
A real-world analysis found BRAF V600E-mutated papillary thyroid cancer had a proinflammatory molecular profile, but no significant overall survival difference versus BRAF wild-type disease. Treatment choice among BRAF/MEK inhibitors, tyrosine kinase inhibitors, and immunotherapy was not associated with significant survival differences.
May 04, 2026
A seminar will present work on KRAS-driven lung cancer and immunotherapy resistance. The research uses immune-competent mouse models and CRISPR-Cas9 screens to identify targets that sensitise tumour cells to T cell-mediated killing.
Apr 30, 2026
EMA has initiated a rolling review of OS Therapies' OST-HER2 for preventing recurrence in fully resected pulmonary metastatic osteosarcoma. A potential conditional marketing authorization decision is expected in Q4 2026, with a confirmatory Phase 3 trial planned for Q3 2026 in Australia.
Apr 21, 2026
BridgeBio Oncology Therapeutics said Bbo-11818 received FDA Fast Track designation for adult patients with advanced KRAS-mutated pancreatic ductal adenocarcinoma. The status may accelerate development and review and allow more frequent FDA communication during clinical trials.
Apr 20, 2026
Updated phase I data showed zoldonrasib produced a 52% confirmed objective response rate and 93% disease control rate in previously treated KRAS G12D-mutant NSCLC. No grade 4 or higher treatment-related adverse events were observed at the recommended phase II dose.
Apr 18, 2026
Revolution Medicines said daraxonrasib extended median survival to 13.2 months versus 6.7 months for chemotherapy in a phase 3 pancreatic cancer study. The company plans to seek FDA approval for the KRAS-targeting pill.
Apr 14, 2026
Daraxonrasib showed median overall survival of 13.2 months versus 6.7 months for chemotherapy in a Phase III trial in previously treated metastatic pancreatic adenocarcinoma. The once-daily pan-RAS(ON) inhibitor was generally well tolerated, and the company plans to seek FDA approval.
Apr 10, 2026
Champions Oncology said it will present eight poster presentations at AACR 2026 in San Diego on April 17-22. The studies cover KRAS-mutant tumors, ovarian cancer, glioblastoma, radiopharmaceuticals, ADCs and CAR-T therapies.
Mar 24, 2026
Elicio Therapeutics granted inducement stock options to new employees, with one grant of 1,600 options at $12.16 per share and another of 30,300 options at $8.59 per share. The clinical-stage biotech company is developing novel immunotherapies targeting mKRAS-positive cancers, with its ELI-002 program showing promising Phase 1 results including 16.3-month median recurrence-free survival.
Mar 19, 2026
Colorectal cancer rates are rising 3% annually in adults under 50, prompting expanded screening efforts and new treatment approaches. Recent research shows promise in combination immunotherapy and vaccine strategies for advanced disease.
Mar 05, 2026
Whole genome sequencing, comprehensive genomic profiling, and spatial multiomics are transforming precision medicine from research tools to clinical applications in oncology, rare diseases, and neonatal care, enabling faster diagnoses and personalized treatments.
Mar 05, 2026
Liquid biopsy-based circulating tumour DNA analysis has evolved from single-gene testing to comprehensive genomic profiling, enabling detection of actionable targets and minimal residual disease in colorectal cancer patients.
Mar 05, 2026
New research reveals that different KRAS mutation types create distinct tumor ecosystems with varying immune responses, potentially enabling personalized treatment strategies combining mutation-specific inhibitors with immunotherapy.
Mar 04, 2026
The immuno-oncology market is projected to grow from $65.22 billion in 2025 to $170.19 billion by 2032, driven by checkpoint inhibitors, CAR-T cell therapy, and cancer vaccines, with North America commanding 43% market share.
Mar 03, 2026
The global oncology market is projected to nearly triple from $279.98 billion in 2026 to $748.17 billion by 2035, driven by rapid adoption of immunotherapy, checkpoint inhibitors, and cell therapies across solid tumors and hematologic cancers.
Mar 02, 2026
Merck is diversifying its oncology pipeline beyond Keytruda as the blockbuster approaches patent cliffs, focusing on immune modulating therapies, antibody-drug conjugates, and tumor intrinsic treatments through strategic acquisitions and partnerships.
Mar 02, 2026
Oncolytics Biotech launches Phase 2 trial of pelareorep immunotherapy in metastatic colorectal cancer, following Fast Track Designation and promising earlier results showing 27-month median survival.
Feb 27, 2026
Researchers develop ultra-sensitive CAR-T cells targeting CD70 for solid tumors and KRASG12V/HLA-A*02:01-specific CAR-T cells for cancers with KRAS mutations, demonstrating efficacy in preclinical models.
Feb 26, 2026
New combination therapies demonstrate improved outcomes in advanced anal and colorectal cancers, with retifanlimab plus chemotherapy approved for anal cancer and onvansertib showing strong efficacy signals in RAS-mutated colorectal cancer.
Feb 17, 2026
Oncolytics Biotech received FDA Fast Track Designation for pelareorep in second-line KRAS-mutant microsatellite-stable metastatic colorectal cancer, based on clinical data showing a 33% response rate and median overall survival of 27 months versus 11.2 months with standard treatment.