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    A nurse in green scrubs with a stethoscope gently holding the hands of a patient, offering comfort and support against a plain white background.
    Research, Education, Synovial Sarcoma Registry

    Rise in Early-Onset Cancers: More Diagnoses, Not Always More Disease

    October 3, 2025 nathani Comments Off on Rise in Early-Onset Cancers: More Diagnoses, Not Always More Disease

    Not every detected cancer is clinically meaningful. For younger patients, especially, this can mean confronting a diagnosis that may never progress but still carries psychological and treatment burdens.

    A stethoscope and a blue pen resting on top of a medical chart with patient information and handwritten notes.
    Latest News, Research

    Innovative Approach Shows Promise Against Synovial Sarcoma Using Protein-Blocking Drugs

    September 11, 2025 joshs Comments Off on Innovative Approach Shows Promise Against Synovial Sarcoma Using Protein-Blocking Drugs

    The Synovial Sarcoma Foundation is dedicated to supporting cutting-edge research that advances treatment options for this rare and aggressive cancer. Recent findings published in The EMBO Journal highlight a promising new strategy: using drug blockers to target a problematic protein involved in synovial sarcoma’s genetics. Synovial sarcoma primarily develops in soft tissues such as muscles […]

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    Research, Latest News

    New Market Insights Highlight Growth in Synovial Sarcoma Treatments

    September 10, 2025 joshs Comments Off on New Market Insights Highlight Growth in Synovial Sarcoma Treatments

    The Synovial Sarcoma Foundation is committed to staying informed on the latest research and developments in this rare and aggressive cancer. A recent market report indicates that the global synovial sarcoma market is projected to grow significantly, reaching an estimated USD 420 million by 2034 — up from USD 245 million in 2024, at a […]

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    Tumor Board, Research

    Tumor Board Continues to Grow with New Members to Advance Breakthrough Treatments for Synovial Sarcoma Patients

    July 22, 2025 joshs Comments Off on Tumor Board Continues to Grow with New Members to Advance Breakthrough Treatments for Synovial Sarcoma Patients

    We are proud to share that the Tumor Board now includes 42 participating institutions, strengthening our collective expertise and reach. These new members, along with our existing institutions, greatly enhance our ability to develop and implement cutting-edge, individualized treatment plans.

    Close-up of the objective lenses of a microscope, showing three metal lenses labeled with magnification levels above a microscope stage—a vital tool in research supported by the Synovial Sarcoma Foundation.
    CHOP, Development, Dr. Theodore Laetsch, Research

    Synovial Sarcoma Foundation Celebrates Groundbreaking Achievement by Rachel Dr. Hurly

    June 3, 2025 joshs Comments Off on Synovial Sarcoma Foundation Celebrates Groundbreaking Achievement by Rachel Dr. Hurly

    The Synovial Sarcoma Foundation is proud to announce a significant milestone in pediatric cancer research: Dr. Rachel Hurly, a dedicated pediatric oncology fellow from the Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia (CHOP), has been honored with the prestigious American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO) Young Investigator Award. Dr. Hurly conducts her research under the mentorship of Dr. Ted Laetsch at the Haldor Laboratory at the University of Pennsylvania, with support from the Synovial Sarcoma Fund.

    The Synovial Sarcoma Foundation Surpasses $2 Million in Research Funding
    Development, Research

    The Synovial Sarcoma Foundation Surpasses $2 Million in Research Funding

    February 26, 2025 joshs Comments Off on The Synovial Sarcoma Foundation Surpasses $2 Million in Research Funding

    Thanks to the generosity of donors and supporters, the Fund has now raised over $2 million, accelerating research initiatives at CHOP and Penn Medicine. These funds are driving critical advancements in patient care, clinical trials, and the development of future treatment strategies. This milestone represents a major step forward in expanding Synovial Sarcoma research, allowing […]

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    • A nurse in green scrubs with a stethoscope gently holding the hands of a patient, offering comfort and support against a plain white background.
      Rise in Early-Onset Cancers: More Diagnoses, Not Always More Disease
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      Dr. Theodore W. Laetsch, Synovial Sarcoma Foundation Board Member, Receives $1 Million Grant to Advance Rare Tumor Studies
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      Innovative Approach Shows Promise Against Synovial Sarcoma Using Protein-Blocking Drugs

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