New paper out in Neuro-Oncology Pediatrics. Thanks to everyone who worked on this with me.

Alexander Pietras Lab@pietraslab.bsky.social · 4w ago

@elinnjohansson.bsky.social's latest paper is now online in Neuro-Oncology Pediatrics: ACVR1 mutations are shared by DMG and the bone disorder FOP, where hypoxia drives disease. Turns out hypoxia signaling is up in ACVR1-mutant pediatric gliomas too. Open access here: doi.org/10.1093/neup...

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Description of the workplace The research group conducts experimental research on brain tumors and is led by Associate Professor Alexander Pietras. The group consists of a bioinformatician, two postdo

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We are looking for future cancer researchers! The Advanced Cancer Biology course is offered at Lund University and provides both theoretical and practical preparation for doctoral studies in cancer research. Deadline for international admission: January 15, 2025. www.lucc.lu.se/education/ed...

A new mechanism reveals how Tregs are sustained in the glioma microenvironment, negatively impacting patient survival 🎉 Thrilled to share our latest paper from Anna Blom's lab in collaboration with @pietraslab.bsky.social Full story in Cancer Immunology Research: aacrjournals.org/cancerimmuno...

Hi Blue! Sharing my personal journey as a cancer researcher & cancer patient. Exploring the beauty of tumor complexity and getting a first-hand view into how therapy can change the outcome of patient lives.