Pushing Boundaries: Ovarian Cancer Hides in Plain Sight
Pushing Boundaries: Ovarian Cancer Hides in Plain Sight
Collections: Image Award Winners, Metastasis
2017 Award Winner
Erik C. Dreaden, Yi Wen Kong, Michael Yaffe, Paula T. Hammond
Koch Institute at MIT
Persistence is key. Here, an ovarian tumor clings to the abdominal wall, slowly breaking through the tissue boundaries that block its metastatic spread. The tissues here were stained with a molecule that binds to cells that are rapidly growing and multiplying (colored white).
Just as tenacious as these proliferating cells, however, are the researchers who study it. The Hammond and Yaffe Labs are working together to better understand and exploit the genetic weaknesses of these tumors in various disease models, and soon will test their response to experimental treatments, unlocking new avenues for investigation and intervention.
Video
Erik Dreaden shares the story and science behind his award-winning image. You can also watch the presentation from the exhibition opening event on March 23, 2017 here.