Behind the Paper

The real stories behind the latest research papers, from conception to publication, the highs and the lows

First clinical proof-of-concept of CAR T-cell combination therapy: The phase 2, single-arm ZUMA-14 trial of axicabtagene ciloleucel in combination with rituximab for refractory large B-cell lymphoma

In this study, researchers looked at how safe and well axi-cel and rituximab worked to treat people with refractory large B-cell lymphoma. These therapies target 2 different markers on the surface of the cancer cell. The study showed that this dual-targeting strategy is feasible and generally safe.
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Paolo Strati and 1 other
Jan 29, 2026

Comparison of transient elastography and shear wave elastography as a routine diagnostic method for assessing liver fibrosis in Indian participants with liver steatosis

Liver health is one of the biggest health challenges in India. Millions of people—often without any symptoms—have fatty liver disease. While fatty liver itself may sound harmless, it can gradually progress to liver scarring (fibrosis), liver failure, or even liver cancer if not detected in time.
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Jan 28, 2026