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The tumor microenvironment and integrated cellular medicine: the new frontier in precision oncology
The epistemological transition redefining clinical oncology departs from a purely tumor-centric vision—focused solely on the genomic alterations of the neoplastic cell—to embrace an ecological and systemic paradigm. At the core of this conceptual revolution lies the tumor microenvironment, a complex and dynamic ecosystem in which malignant cells coexist and communicate with stromal components, infiltrated immune cells, blood vessels, and a remodeled extracellular matrix. In t
Aug 122 min read


The invisible switch of disease: how proteins are rewriting the fight against tumors
Contemporary scientific research faces a challenge increasingly similar to deciphering an encrypted language: meaning does not lie in single letters, but in how they combine to form complex sentences. For decades, molecular biology has tried to treat diseases such as cancer by isolating and studying individual proteins, treating them as independent gears in a clock. Yet cellular reality is far more dynamic and intricate: proteins rarely act alone, but organize into changing c
Jul 202 min read


The integration of generative AI in the Life Sciences: towards predictive biology
The meeting of molecular biology and advanced artificial intelligence is marking a historic turning point for medicine. This is not simply about more powerful tools, but about a real paradigm shift: we are moving from a science that observes and describes life to one that can predict it — and increasingly, design it. For decades, biomedical research relied on a slow and costly trial-and-error approach. Developing a new drug could take more than ten years and cost over $2 bill
Jul 62 min read


The changes driving Cancer Progression
Despite decades of research, cancer remains one of the most complex challenges in modern medicine.The difficulty stems from its dynamic nature: it is not a single disease, but an evolutionary process fueled by profound transformations in cell behavior. Understanding these steps is essential to grasp why therapies targeting a single mechanism are often insufficient and why the most promising strategies today aim to hit multiple biological pathways simultaneously. The first fun
Apr 202 min read


Animal Neurodiversity: Science beyond behavioral standards
For decades, the concept of neurodiversity has been considered an exclusively human phenomenon. However, the frontiers of behavioral genomics and veterinary medicine reveal that conditions such as autism spectrum disorder (ASD) and ADHD have deep evolutionary roots, manifesting in analogous phenotypes in animals as well. These are not anomalies, but natural variants. The most tangible evidence of canine neurodiversity lies in DNA. Research conducted on Beagle populations has
Mar 22 min read


Professor Antonio Giordano Launches “Medicine – Highlights” for Il Mattino
Professor Antonio Giordano now contributes a dedicated column titled “Medicine – Highlights” to Il Mattino, one of Italy’s most esteemed and widely circulated daily newspapers, long-established as a cornerstone of Southern Italian journalism. This column will appear every Sunday in both print and digital formats. It serves as an insightful space for in-depth research with Professor Giordano, extending beyond the frontiers of medicine to the profound significance of human well
Feb 33 min read


Antonio Giordano: Scientific curiosity brought me to the USA to fight cancer
Antonio Giordano: Scientific curiosity brought me to the USA to fight cancer
Jan 30, 20253 min read


The importance of kindness and empathy in the doctor/patient relationship- Antonio Giordano
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Nov 14, 20244 min read


Among the causes of type 1 diabetes is a newly discovered bacterium
The revelation could pave the way for understanding the alterations of the intestinal system in diabetic patients Analyzing the...
Sep 26, 20222 min read


DNA Sequencing Is Complete; Translation To The Book Of Life Is Ready To Be Read!
Discovery of the "key" to understanding human evolution and also the study of "unstable" genetic sequences that cause rare diseases, by...
Apr 2, 20222 min read


Omicron, the new variant of the covid from South Africa: the intuition of danger
A new variant of the Sars-CoV-2 virus has been identified in South Africa, scientifically named B.1.1.529. The South African Minister of...
Nov 30, 20212 min read


"Inflammation and Procalcitonin Predict Success, or Not, of Lung Cancer Treatment" Antonio Giordano
Precision medicine often looks for biomarkers to predict the best possible outcomes for different cancer treatments. This new study from...
Oct 4, 20211 min read


"Like Asbestos, do carbon nanotubes have potential health risks?" Dr. Antonio Giordano
A recent study looked at the outcomes of current research on a homogenous group of carbon nanotubes, with a focus on the effects on the...
Oct 4, 20211 min read


Antonio Giordano Sbarro Institute - Temple Summer in Italy Siena Research Program
Temple Summer in Italy Siena Research Program A limited number of opportunities are available for qualified Temple University College of...
Oct 4, 20211 min read


Red meat consumption, colon cancer, and the environment
Consumption of red and processed meats has long been linked to an increased risk of colorectal cancer, according to epidemiological...
Aug 12, 20213 min read


Genomic analysis reveals the association of specific SNPs with athletic performance
Prof Antonio Giordano meets new coach Luciano Spalletti of SSC Napoli. To date, SSC Napoli is considered the healthiest and least...
Aug 2, 20212 min read


Dr. Antonio Giordano: The Making, Past, And Future of SHRO
Dr. Antonio Giordano is a pathologist and geneticist who is best recognized for discovering the tumor suppressor gene Rb2/p130. Dr....
Jun 28, 20213 min read


Potential Biomarker for Rare Gynecological Cancers in Long Non-Coding RNAs - Dr. Antonio Giordano
Long Non-Codign RNAs (lncRNAs) are detectable in body fluids, such as the blood, saliva, and urine, and are therefore emerging as a novel...
Jun 25, 20212 min read


To get beyond your tears, the medicine in eye drops needs to be disguised - Antonio Giordano
To enhance medication absorption, scientists utilize a synthetic protein coating that binds to receptors on the surface of corneal cells....
Jun 18, 20212 min read


In a Forbes article on COVID-19 Antibody Tests in Italy and the United States, Dr. Antonio Giordano
The Forbes article examines what the United States may learn from Italy, including their antibody testing throughout the re-opening period.
Jun 16, 20211 min read
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