National cancer registries in Asia – is Big Data the way to go?
Integrated, comprehensive databases may help to close the gap in cancer care between high- and low-/lower-middle-income countries
Rare cancers in Asia – the value of registry data in low-resourced settings
While some challenges associated with rare cancers are similar in Europe and Asia, resources and differing epidemiology need to be considered when coming up with solutions
Equity among oncologists is far from being achieved in the Chinese culture
Results from a pilot study show that work–family balance is the biggest challenge to career progression for young women
Cancer Research
Artificial Intelligence: a ‘smart’ arrow in our quiver against cancer
Many studies presented at ESMO Congress 2022 show the potential of artificial intelligence to enhance personalised oncology
Liquid biopsy moving to early cancer detection: is it still early times?
Despite the promises shown by some innovative technologies in the studies presented, they will not replace existing diagnostic modalities soon
Are we getting closer to apply AI-based techniques in clinical practice?
AI technology is being tested across tumour types and with different purposes, with an emerging trend for adding value to whole slide image analyses for HER2 status
Pathogenic variants in HRR genes can be a risk factor for anthracycline-induced cardiotoxicity
A study presented at ESMO Congress 2022 highlights the need to identify predictors of anticancer drug toxicity as more complex treatments become available
Building a lasting foundation for precision oncology
While local and regional initiatives address some major barriers, global efforts are needed to make molecularly guided options accessible to all patients.
Practice-changing treatments in GU cancers continue to evolve
Finding the best treatment strategy for patient subpopulations and adequate funding are key to further advancing the field, says ESMO Award 2022 recipient Prof. Karim Fizazi
AI and machine learning may change the course of translational research
However, according to the winner of the ESMO Award for Translational Research 2022, Dr Samra Turajlic, results will only be achieved through a collaborative effort of the oncology community