The USC Norris Comprehensive Cancer Center
is a leader in cancer research, with nearly 200 members investigating the complex origins
and progression of cancer, developing prevention strategies and searching for cures. USC Norris is part of the Keck School of Medicine and is designated by the National Cancer Institute as one of the nation's 40 comprehensive cancer centers.
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$15 Million Norris Gift Funds USC Cancer Care |
| USC has announced an expansion of cancer care facilities made possible by a $15 million donation from the Norris Foundation. |
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Breathroughs Recalled by National Cancer Act’s Anniversary |
| On Dec. 23, 1971, the National Cancer Act was signed into law, leading to many breakthroughs at USC Norris Cancer Center. |
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Scientists Create First 3-D Map of Human Genome |
| Scientists have developed a method for generating accurate three-dimensional models of the entire DNA strand of a cell, known as a genome. |
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Signaling Process Linked to Obesity and Cancer |
| Researchers have discovered that a signaling process between a hormone receptor produced by the brain and a hormone produced by fat tissue is a characteristic feature of a variety of tumor-initiating stem cells. |
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New Director Shares Vision of Cancer Center's Future |
| An interview with renowned physician-scientist Dr. Gruber, new Director for USC Norris Cancer Center. |
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USC Scientists Find Mechanism That Allows for Reprogramming Stem Cells |
| USC researchers have found how proteins can reprogram genes that have been turned off in stem cells. |
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USC Researchers Discover Epigenetic Control of Infection-Fighting Blood-Cell Production |
| Researchers discovered how a particular enzyme results in modifications to DNA proteins, playing an important role in the development of white blood cells. |
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Renowned Physician-Scientist Stephen Gruber Named Director of USC Norris Comprehensive Cancer Center |
| Stephen B. Gruber, a renowned physician-scientist from the University of Michigan, has been named Director of the USC Norris Comprehensive Cancer Center. |
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