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Characterizing and Exploiting Tumor Microenvironments to Optimize Treatment Outcomes

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CANCERS
卷 13, 期 22, 页码 -

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MDPI
DOI: 10.3390/cancers13225752

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microenvironment; immune system; microbiome; preclinical models; organoids; genetically engineered mouse models

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The 57th Annual Conference of the Irish Association for Cancer Research focused on the tumor microenvironment and its impact on tumor growth and progression. The complexity of the microenvironment was highlighted, along with its potential as a target for new cancer treatments. Discussions also emphasized the importance of modeling the surrounding environment for a more comprehensive understanding of tumorigenesis.
Simple SummaryThe Irish Association for Cancer Research (IACR) held its 57th annual conference from the 24-26 March 2021 in a virtual format due to the ongoing pandemic. This report provides a summary overview of the work presented at the conference, which had a particular focus on the tumor microenvironment. Tumors do not develop and grow in isolation, but rather within the context of their surrounding environment. The work presented at the conference outlined the complexity of the tumor microenvironment and highlighted several ways in which it influences tumor growth and progression. Moreover, the tumor microenvironment was discussed as a potential target for new cancer treatments. Traditionally, laboratory research has focused on the tumor only, but conference speakers highlighted the importance of modeling the surrounding microenvironment to gain a more physiologically relevant view of tumorigenesis. Finally, conference attendees heard from the patient's perspective regarding the development of novel targeted therapies.Our understanding of cancer initiation, progression, and treatment is continually progressing through dedicated research achieved through laboratory investigation, clinical trials, and patient engagement. The importance and complexity of the microenvironment and its role in tumor development and behavior is pivotal to the understanding of tumor growth and the best course of treatment. The 57th Irish Association for Cancer Research (IACR) Annual Conference collected key researchers, clinicians, and patient advocates together to highlight and discuss the recognized importance of the microenvironment and treatment advances in cancer. In this article, we describe the key components of the microenvironment that influence tumor development and treatment, including the microbiome, metabolism, and immune response and the progress of preclinical models to reflect these complex environments. From a psycho-social oncology perspective, we highlight expert opinion and data on the process of shared decision-making in the context of emerging cancer treatments.

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