Advances in Brain Tumor Therapy

From Molecular Mechanisms to Clinical Practice

Arun Kumar Singh, Rajwinder Kaur, Thakur Gurjeet Singh, Ashutosh Pareek, Niraj Kumar Jha

• Publisher: Academic Press
• Year: 2026
• Topic: Biological Sciences
• eBook ISBN:
  9780443441189
• Subtopic: Biology
• Index: Biological Sciences

Advances in Brain Tumor Therapy: From Molecular Mechanisms to Clinical Practice explores the evolving landscape of brain tumor treatment, addressing challenges posed by these rare yet impactful malignancies. The book highlights significant improvements in patient prognoses due to advances in targeted therapies and immunotherapies while also recognizing the limitations of current treatment options. The content examines brain tumor epidemiology, incidence, risk factors, and survival rates followed by an extensive overview of existing therapeutic approaches, including clinical trials, targeted treatments, immunotherapies, and systemic therapies. It also delves into the critical signaling pathways that drive tumor biology and implications for future strategies.This book serves as an essential resource for healthcare professionals, clinical researchers, medical students, and scientists, bridging the gap between basic science and clinical practice. By providing insights into the latest advancements and emerging technologies, it equips readers with the knowledge necessary to navigate the complexities of brain tumor therapy and prepare for future innovations. - Provides an extensive examination of brain tumors, covering epidemiology, classification, pathogenesis, and current treatment modalities - Emphasizes innovative treatment techniques and future research opportunities, preparing readers for potential breakthroughs in brain tumor therapy and the challenges that lie ahead in the field - Bridges the gap between fundamental research and clinical applications by detailing the latest advancements in therapeutic approaches, including targeted therapies, immunotherapies, and personalized medicine strategies

Table of contents

• Title of Book
• Chapter 1. Introduction to brain tumors
• Chapter 2. Molecular pathogenesis of brain tumors
• Chapter 3. Pharmacokinetics and pharmacodynamics in brain tumor treatment
• Chapter 4. Conventional chemotherapeutic approaches for brain tumor treatment
• Chapter 5. Immunotherapy and brain tumors
• Chapter 6. Epigenetic therapies for brain tumor
• Chapter 7. Nanotechnology and drug delivery systems for brain tumor
• Chapter 8. Harnessing oxidative stress: Novel therapeutics in pediatric brain cancer
• Chapter 9. Advanced imaging techniques in brain tumor diagnosis and surgery
• Chapter 10. Combination therapies for brain therapy: Synergistic approaches
• Chapter 11. Decoding MGMT: Biochemistry, drug resistance, and diagnostic innovations
• Chapter 12. Molecular mechanisms of drug resistance in brain therapy
• Chapter 13. Personalized medicine in brain tumors
• Chapter 14. Innovations and obstacles in pediatric brain cancer therapy
• Chapter 15. Clinical trials and regulatory aspects for brain tumor treatment
• Chapter 16. Future directions in Brain Tumor Therapy
• Chapter 17. Case studies and real-world applications
• Index