Seed Grant Recipient Identifies Potential New Targets for Treating Peritoneal Spread
In an estimated 40% of gastric cancer patients, the disease travels to the abdominal lining, a condition known as “malignant... Read More
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Discover a collection of professionally produced videos designed to provide information and inspiration to those affected by stomach cancer.
Conversations about Living with Gastric Cancer
Gastric cancer has a profound impact on a person’s emotional well-being, relationships, work, finances and quality of life. This series opens discussion of these sensitive topics. Gastric cancer survivor Hans Rueffert speaks with patients, caregivers and healthcare professionals who share practical guidance, emotional support and strategies to navigate the gastric cancer journey.
A Unique Nutrition Series
“Chef without a Stomach” Hans Rueffert shares his voice of experience along with simple and healthy meals that can be enjoyed by everyone. Teaming up with registered dietitian Dr. Ellen Steinberg, Hans discusses many of the specific hurdles faced by people with compromised digestive systems and suggests how to find healthy and approachable options.
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Early testing for biomarkers is important.
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Research Scholar Gains Insight Into Novel Gastric Cancer Target
Martina Molgora, Ph.D., was a post-doctoral student at Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis when her team led... Read More
Foundation Seed Grant for Study of Novel Target in H. Pylori-Driven Gastric Cancer
Scientists have long been aware that the gut bacterial infection Helicobacter pylori (H. pylori) raises the risk of gastric cancer,... Read More
Gastric Cancer Registry Charts Exponential Growth and New Discoveries
Over the past year, the Gastric Cancer Registry at Stanford University School of Medicine has charted meaningful growth, not only... Read More
Yale Scientist to Probe Causes of Early-Onset Gastric Cancer with Foundation Seed Grant
In many countries around the world, the incidence of gastric cancer has increased in people under the age of 40,... Read More
Foundation Research Scholar Reports Progress in Discovering Potential Treatments for Peritoneal Spread
About 40% of gastric cancer patients experience “peritoneal” spread, the migration of tumor cells to the lining of the abdomen—a... Read More
Biomarker Testing Matters
In recent years, biomarker testing has become an increasingly valuable resource for people diagnosed with gastric cancer. It is a... Read More
Mental Health Awareness Month: Community Support is Good Medicine
Being diagnosed with gastric cancer is overwhelming, both physically and emotionally. Managing the symptoms and treatments is consuming, and mental... Read More
Gastric Cancer Registry Progress Spurs Five-Year, $9 Million NCI Grant
When the Gastric Cancer Foundation launched the Gastric Cancer Registry at Stanford University in 2011, our hope was that the... Read More
Going the Distance for a Cure
In November 2023, Ash Garcia Horn ran the Seattle Marathon. That, in itself, would be a story worth telling, but... Read More
2022 Seed Grant Recipient Dr. Nilay Sethi’s Team Reports Major Progress in Research
In 2022, the Gastric Cancer Foundation awarded a seed grant to Dr. Nilay Sethi to explore an innovative therapeutic approach... Read More
Grant Recipient Investigates New Approaches to Treatment-Resistant Complication
The Gastric Cancer Foundation is dedicated to bridging a significant funding gap for researchers focused on gastric cancer, especially those... Read More
Announcing $300,000 in Seed Grants to Fund Novel Research Studies
A primary obstacle encountered by researchers with new, promising strategies to combat gastric cancer is securing financial support for early-stage... Read More
Foundation Research Scholar Lauds Funding as ‘Instrumental’ to Understanding of Peritoneal Spread
As Samuel J. Klempner, M.D. approaches the completion of his three years as a Ben Feinstein Memorial Research Scholar, he’s... Read More
Gastric Cancer Registry Data Leads to New Discoveries
Data from the Gastric Cancer Registry at Stanford University Medical Center has led to important new discoveries, according to primary... Read More
New Research Scholar Martina Molgora Pursues Novel Target in Gastric Cancer
Shortly after she arrived at Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis five years ago for her post-doctoral work,... Read More
Research Roundup: Engineered Nanoparticles and New Potential Standards of Care
Positive results from a phase 3 trial of Astellas Pharmaceuticals’ zolbetuximab and modified folinic acid, fluorouracil, and oxaliplatin (mFOLFOX6) “may... Read More
Research Roundup: Mushroom Consumption and Lowered Risk
In a clinical trial, patients with gastric cancer who received low-dose olanzapine during chemotherapy experienced improved appetite and weight gain... Read More
CISCRP Invites Patients and Caregivers to Participate in Gastric Cancer Focus Group
The Center for Information & Study on Clinical Research Participation (CISCRP) is looking for patients and their care partners who... Read More
Foundation Grant Winners Report Progress in Research Aimed at Combating Gastric Cancer
In 2021, the Gastric Cancer Foundation awarded two $100,000 grants to researchers pursuing novel approaches to treating gastric cancer, as... Read More
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