Cancer Series

With New Technology and Innovative Treatments, BU Cancer Research Is Saving Lives

Boston University researchers are leading the fight against cancer with tests that detect the disease earlier, effective medicines that extend patients’ lives, and other breakthroughs that help more people get lifesaving care

November 14, 2025

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“Science Saved My Life”: Cancer Survivor and BU Alum Joy Huber on Why Research Matters

Listen: Diagnosed with cancer as a young adult, Huber tells her story of endurance, survival, hope, and happiness

November 14, 2025

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Video: Her Grandmother’s Brain Tumor Treatment Inspired This BU Doctor’s Career

BU and BMC radiation oncologist Minh T. Truong is on a mission to balance science and humanity in cancer care

November 14, 2025

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How to Help Someone After a Cancer Diagnosis

What to say, and not say, when a friend, child, or family member receives the difficult news

November 14, 2025

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10 Ways BU Researchers Could Revolutionize Cancer Care

Researchers across Boston University are working on innovative and potentially lifesaving projects that could transform cancer prevention, treatment, and care. We picked 10 that bring hope for the future.

November 14, 2025

Photo: A group number during the musical "Annie" featuring the orphans

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A Hard Knock Life? BU Designers Find Joy in Bringing Annie to Wheelock Family Theatre

CFA alums have collaborated to convey show’s grittiness, opulence, and brightness

November 20, 2025

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Flashback Friday

Wild Turkey tries to withdraw some quick cash. Better than leaving a deposit!. Photo by Kalman Zabarsky

Scoping the Scene

A wild turkey contemplating an ATM on BU’s campus sometime in 2010—to what purpose? Withdrawing some quick cash? Rehearsing a hard luck story for a loan? Hope it wasn’t around Thanksgiving.

Photo by Kalman Zabarsky

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At Marsh Chapel Celebration, President Gilliam Calls for Finding Common Humanity in Times of Struggle

In remarks, she points to the chapel as a beacon of spiritual guidance, a place of reflection that serves the community in times of “trial and triumph”

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Round of Applause: Sargent College Students Awarded Travis M. Roy Scholarships

Marybeth Surratt and Luke Willett will use funds to support their work with spinal cord injury patients

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BU Engineers Are Helping to Bring Semiconductor Production Back to the US

Researcher Ayse Coskun talks about how the University is well positioned to help the nation stay on top of chip technology

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Alum’s New Documentary Celebrates Boston’s Once-Thriving Punk Scene

Vincent Straggas’ Life on the Other Planet to screen November 19 in Arlington

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Photo: GA U.S. Senator Rev. Raphael Warnock preaches to a crowd at BU's Marsh Chapel's 75th anniversary.

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Georgia US Senator Rev. Raphael Warnock Preaches Against Inequality at Marsh Chapel 75th Anniversary Service

Cancer Series

Boston University researchers are leading the fight against cancer with tests that detect the disease earlier, effective medicines that extend patients’ lives, and other breakthroughs that help more people get lifesaving care

Listen: Diagnosed with cancer as a young adult, Huber tells her story of endurance, survival, hope, and happiness

BU and BMC radiation oncologist Minh T. Truong is on a mission to balance science and humanity in cancer care

What to say, and not say, when a friend, child, or family member receives the difficult news

Researchers across Boston University are working on innovative and potentially lifesaving projects that could transform cancer prevention, treatment, and care. We picked 10 that bring hope for the future.

CFA alums have collaborated to convey show’s grittiness, opulence, and brightness

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CAS lecturer Sarah Hanselman on Guillermo del Toro’s new movie adaptation—and why Mary Shelley’s story endures

Early holiday shopping, a turkey “hunt,” and a learn-to-climb class at FitRec

A guide to eating, shopping, and hanging out just beyond BU

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In remarks, she points to the chapel as a beacon of spiritual guidance, a place of reflection that serves the community in times of “trial and triumph”

Marybeth Surratt and Luke Willett will use funds to support their work with spinal cord injury patients

Researcher Ayse Coskun talks about how the University is well positioned to help the nation stay on top of chip technology

Vincent Straggas’ Life on the Other Planet to screen November 19 in Arlington

BU President Melissa Gilliam echoes call for inclusivity and finding common humanity

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