breast cancer

Breast cancer-on-a-chip tests immunotherapy drugs

Researchers have successfully designed and tested a system for rapid testing of large numbers of potential immunotherapy drugs.

How AI can improve medical imaging

AI offers not only the possibility of better detection of a tumor, a skin lesion or some other indication but also can improve accuracy and efficiency for radiologists.

A heart-breast cancer-on-a-chip monitoring system

A dual-organ system enables the measurement of cardiac toxicity arising from breast cancer chemotherapy.

AI predicts breast cancer risk factors

Researchers report innovative use of machine learning to help understand the interplay of genetic and other breast cancer risk factors.

AI and probabilistic modelling applied to oncology

Improving the prediction of survival indicators in patients with breast cancer using tools from artificial intelligence and probabilistic modelling is the aim of ModGraProDep.

Machine learning improves breast cancer research

Researchers have developed a new, faster method to identify cancer stem-like cells (CSCs), which could help improve the effectiveness of cancer treatments.

Breast cancer: restoring sensation via implant

The Bionic Breast Project from the University of Chicago applies bionic technology to restore post-mastectomy breast function.

A smart bra for detecting early-stage breast cancer

EPFL students teamed up with startup IcosaMed to develop the SmartBra – the first piece of smart clothing that can be used for cancer prevention.

App detects side effect of breast cancer treatment

Commercially available app-based technology now makes early detection of lymphedema easier, allowing for proactive treatment.

AI challenge aims to improve mammography accuracy

AI techniques, used in combination with the evaluation of expert radiologists, improve the accuracy in detecting cancer using mammograms.

Microsurgery robot passes first clinical test

Researchers have carried out the world’s first clinical study of robot-assisted supermicrosurgery to treat lymphedema.

VR reasearch reveals promising intervention in cancer treatment

The use of virtual reality can reduce anxiety and improve mood in women undergoing chemotherapy for breast cancer.

Using robotics to fight breast cancer

Various prototypes of 3D-printed biopsy robots could alleviate the suffering of patients and make breast cancer testing more accurate and efficient.

Google-powered AI spots breast cancer

A computer algorithm has been shown to be as effective as human radiologists in spotting breast cancer from x-ray images.

Combination of AI and radiologists accurately identified breast cancer

An AI tool identified breast cancer with approximately 90 percent accuracy when combined with analysis by radiologists.

AI improves biomedical imaging

Researchers use artificial intelligence to improve quality of images recorded by a relatively new biomedical imaging method.

Cancer cryoablation probe could help breast cancer patients

Carbon dioxide-based cancer tissue-freezing approach may help more breast cancer patients in lower income countries, animal studies show.

Optical probe could improve breast cancer removal

Researchers have developed the first wearable probe that enhances the sense of touch by imaging and quantifying the elasticity of biological tissue.

App uses AI to guide cancer patients

MyPath is a mobile application that gives breast cancer patients personalized recommendations on everything from side effects to insurance.

MURAB: Roboter-assisted diagnostic of breast cancer

The Murab project is developing technology that will make it possible to take more accurate biopsies and diagnose cancer and other illnesses faster.

Student 3D bioprints cancer

A student is aiming to 3D print life-sized breast cancer tumours, with her research targeting faster, more effective treatment for women with the disease.