Cancer prevention is often seen as impossible. However, with advances in knowledge and technology, experts at Mahidol University see the potential for cancer prevention innovations.
While cancer can be treated, early detection before cancer cells begin to spread allows for prevention and containment, stopping it from becoming full-blown cancer and potentially reducing the number of cancer cases in Thailand.
For this reason, Mahidol University aims to understand the root of the problem: How are cancer cells formed? To address this, various departments at Mahidol University have initiated research and developed innovations, including:
● Siriraj Genomics: Since cancer is caused by genetic abnormalities, decoding genetic information is key to understanding the nature of cancer cells. For over 16 years, Mahidol University has collected the genetic data of Thai people, analyzing it to identify the causes of cancer at both the individual and family levels. This helps to identify those at risk and enables preventive measures to be taken before the disease develops.
● Electronic Nose (E-NOSE): This technology analyzes odors and has the potential to assist in assessing the risk of certain diseases, including certain types of cancer. Research has shown that changes in body odor, detectable in secretions, sweat, or urine, can sometimes be associated with certain health conditions. If this technology is further developed and validated, it could potentially contribute to new methods for assessing individual health risks based on scent profiles. However, it’s important to note that while promising, E-NOSE technology is still in the research and development phase for medical applications.
● Ramathibodi Comprehensive Tumor Biobank: The Faculty of Medicine at Ramathibodi Hospital has a unit dedicated to collecting clinical specimens from cancer patients, including cancerous tissues, normal tissues, blood components, and bodily secretions that are leftovers from diagnosis and treatment. These samples are preserved through freezing for long-term study and research. The goal is to support in-depth, molecular-level cancer research for a better understanding of cancer cells, and to be a comprehensive source for novel medical discoveries specific to Thai cancer patients
Although patients may have the same type of cancer, their symptoms, treatment responses, and causes can differ. The more we learn about cancer cells, the better we can find ways to prevent and treat the disease.
However, to make cancer prevention innovations successful, multidisciplinary knowledge and collaboration among experts from various fields are essential. Research funding is required to drive projects from inception to completion. Additionally, cooperations between domestic and international institutes are necessary to build an ecosystem that supports research and innovation, opening up new possibilities in the fight against cancer, both in terms of prevention, diagnosis, and treatment.
Mahidol University believes that developing cancer prevention innovations is achievable if we thoroughly understand the origins of cancer cells at the molecular level. This knowledge will help us develop effective preventive measures, ensure timely and targeted treatments, and ultimately reduce the number of cancer cases in Thailand.
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