Welcome to In the Spotlight, where each month we shine a light on something exciting, timely, or simply fascinating from the world of science.

This month, we're turning our attention to Breast Cancer Awareness Month, a time dedicated to increasing awareness, supporting early detection, and highlighting the ongoing research shaping the future of breast cancer treatment and prevention.

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Updates every hour. Last Updated: 10-Oct-2025 14:11 ET (10-Oct-2025 18:11 GMT/UTC)

9-Oct-2025

New digital therapeutic approach to health literacy can enhance patients’ engagement with educational materials

Carnegie Mellon University
9-Oct-2025

UMass Amherst researchers create nanoparticle vaccine that prevents cancer in mice

University of Massachusetts Amherst
Peer-Reviewed Publication
8-Oct-2025

Health & Medical Environment & Energy Society & Lifestyle Technology & Space Rural & Agriculture Business & Politics More Tiny surface shapes steer cancer cells, paving the way for better lab tests and safer implants

Griffith University
Peer-Reviewed Publication
8-Oct-2025

Dual-pronged imaging system dramatically outperforms solo ultrasonography in early breast cancer detection

American Association for the Advancement of Science (AAAS)