Angiopoietin-like protein 2 as a potential biomarker for colorectal cancer.

Colorectal cancer (CRC) is the third most common malignancy worldwide. Disease progression leads to its spread to other organs, such as the liver, and is associated with higher mortality rates. Early CRC detection is therefore crucial for maximizing the chances of complete cure.

Fabrication of uniformly cell-laden porous scaffolds using a gas-in-liquid templating technique.

Design of porous scaffolds in tissue engineering field was challenging. Uniform immobilization of cells in the scaffolds with high porosity was essential for homogeneous tissue formation. The present study was aimed at fabricating uniformly cell-laden porous scaffolds with porosity >74% using the gas-in-liquid foam templating technique.

Angiopoietin-like protein 2 is a potential biomarker for gastric cancer.

Globally, gastric cancer is one of the most common types of cancer and is the second leading cause of cancer‑induced mortality. Early detection of gastric cancer is able to contribute to a reduction of its mortality. For early detection, more specific and sensitive biomarkers than the classic biomarkers, including carcinoembryonic antigen, carbohydrate antigen 19‑9 and C‑reactive protein, are required.