1950 - Research into melanin and its relationship to skin cancer
Oncology Research; Pharmacology
About This Innovation
* Cobb's research included work on the relationship between melanin and skin damage, and on the effects of hormones, ultraviolet light, and chemotherapy agents on cell division. * Cobb discovered that methotrexate was effective in the treatment of certain skin cancers, lung cancers, and childhood leukemia. * This drug is still being used in chemotherapy today to give treatment to a variety of cancers and autoimmune diseases.
The Invention
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Key Information
Category:
Oncology Research; Pharmacology
Completion Status:
yes
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Collaboration
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