Brooke McCormick

Ibrahim Aldoss, MD, discusses the potential of AZD0486 for treating relapsed or refractory B-cell acute lymphoblastic leukemia (ALL) and outlines the SYRUS study objectives.

A post-hoc analysis of the phase 3b JUMP trial found that ruxolitinib plus anemia supportive care maintained efficacy and reduced transfusion needs in patients with myelofibrosis.

INCA33989 continues to show strong safety and early signs of disease modification in essential thrombocythemia, according to John Mascarenhas, MD, with next steps focused on optimizing dosing and delivery scheduling.

A post-hoc analysis of the phase 3b JUMP trial assessed outcomes in patients with myelofibrosis and baseline anemia who were treated with ruxolitinib alongside anemia-supportive therapies, according to Pankit Vachhani, MD.

John Mascarenhas, MD, discusses phase 1 data showing that INCA33989 is a well-tolerated therapy for calreticulin–mutant essential thrombocythemia, with early signs of efficacy and potential disease modification.

John Mascarenhas, MD, discusses the rationale, mechanism, and design of the phase 1 INCA33989-101 and -102 trials investigating a CAL-R–targeted antibody for patients with essential thrombocythemia.

On-body delivery systems for subcutaneous isatuximab could enable patient self-administration, according to Xavier Leleu, MD, PhD, improving convenience and transforming treatment for relapsed/refractory multiple myeloma.

The phase 3 IRAKLIA trial found that subcutaneous isatuximab delivered via an on-body system was as effective and safe as intravenous (IV) administration in relapsed/refractory multiple myeloma, according to Xavier Leleu, MD, PhD.

Patients with relapsed/refractory myeloma from lower socioeconomic groups face worse quality of life, even in countries with universal health care, according to Francesco Sparano, MSc, of the Italian-based GIMEMA Foundation.

Long-term CARTITUDE-1 data show ciltacabtagene autoleucel (cilta-cel) may offer lasting remission and survival in relapsed/refractory multiple myeloma, according to Sundar Jagannath, MBBS, of the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai.

The Beat AML Master Trial found high remission rates and promising safety with triplet therapy in patients with acute myeloid leukemia (AML), according to Ashley Yocum, PhD.

Lorna Warwick, CEO of the Lymphoma Coalition, highlights findings underscoring the vital role of clinician communication in managing adverse effects and supporting patient confidence in lymphoma and chronic lymphocytic leukemia (CLL) care.

At the 30th European Hematology Association (EHA) Congress, hematology experts highlight breakthroughs in treatment, the importance of patient voices, and challenges in making innovations accessible worldwide.

Unaddressed adverse effects, such as fatigue, significantly reduce patient confidence in care plans and negatively impact quality of life for individuals with lymphoma and chronic lymphocytic leukemia (CLL), according to Lorna Warwick, CEO of Lymphoma Coalition.

At the European Hematology Association (EHA) 2025 Congress, Ashley Yocum, PhD, highlights how the Beat AML Master Trial advances safe, personalized treatment and expands targeted therapy options for patients with acute myeloid leukemia (AML).

Adding polatuzumab vedotin to rituximab, gemcitabine, and oxaliplatin (R-GemOx) significantly improved overall survival in transplant-ineligible patients with relapsed/refractory diffuse large B-cell lymphoma (R/R DLBCL), according to Matthew Matasar, MD, of Rutgers Cancer institute.

The phase 3 IRAKLIA trial assesses subcutaneous isatuximab via on-body injector vs intravenous (IV) administration, in combination with pomalidomide and dexamethasone, in relapsed/refractory multiple myeloma (RRMM).

Patients with relapsed/refractory (R/R) multiple myeloma and lower socioeconomic status reported significantly worse quality of life and a higher burden of symptoms, according to Francesco Sparano, MSc, of the GIMEMA Foundation.

Early results from the phase 1 SANRECO trial suggest that divesiran is safe and well tolerated, and may reduce the need for phlebotomy in patients with polycythemia vera by increasing hepcidin levels and improving iron regulation, according to lead investigator Marina Kremyanskaya, MD, PhD.

Sundar Jagannath, MBBS, highlights long-term follow-up data from the phase 1b/2 CARTITUDE-1 trial, showing durable responses and potential cures with ciltacabtagene autoleucel in patients with relapsed/refractory multiple myeloma.

An artificial intelligence (AI)-driven machine learning model was refined and validated internationally to accurately classify acute leukemia subtypes from routine laboratory data, according to Merlin Engelke, MS, offering a potential tool for improving diagnosis worldwide.

In this clip, Adela Perolla, MD, PhD, discusses the urgent need to address and destigmatize burnout in hematology, especially among early-career professionals, by promoting self-awareness, work-life balance, and peer support.

Burnout is rising sharply in hematology due to emotional strain, long hours, and high patient demands, according to Adela Perolla, MD, PhD, impacting both physician well-being and patient care.

Ola Landgren, MD, PhD, shares ADVANCE trial results, which show that adding daratumumab to carfilzomib-lenalidomide-dexamethasone (DKRd) improves outcomes in newly diagnosed multiple myeloma.

Ola Landgren, MD, PhD, lead investigator of the ADVANCE clinical trial, outlines the study’s goal of advancing modern, minimal residual disease–guided treatment approaches.

In the final part of an interview with Brian Slomovitz, MD, he highlights that the phase 3 ROSELLA trial demonstrates a safe, effective treatment for platinum-resistant ovarian cancer that does not require biomarker testing.

Julia Lucaci, PharmD, MS, of Becton, Dickinson and Company, discusses the benefits of blister packaging for chronic medications, advocating for payer incentives to boost medication adherence and improve health outcomes.

With the FDA approval of retifanlimab (Zynyz; Incyte) as the first and only first-line treatment for advanced anal cancer, researchers are now focusing on resistance mechanisms and future therapies, according to Sheela Rao, MBBS, MD, FRCP, of The Royal Marsden Hospital.

In the final part of her interview, Margrit Wiesendanger, MD, PhD, discusses the need to improve lupus care by addressing social determinants of health and expanding access to treatment.