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    2026 Nobel Prize in Chemistry: Henri B. Kagan, who has close scientific ties with the ICN
    October 14, 2026
    Henri B. Kagan was awarded the Nobel Prize in Chemistry in 2026. Several groups and researchers at the ICN have drawn inspiration from his work on stereochemistry or have collaborated directly with him. Here’s how his research has had an impact as far afield as Nice.
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    Not too much, not too little: the delicate mechanisms that shape the embryo
    October 14, 2026
    How does an embryo develop properly? A study reveals that its development depends on a subtle balance of mechanical forces. This research, published by Matteo Rauzi’s team at the Valrose Institute of Biology (Université Côte d’Azur, CNRS, Inserm), in collaboration with the Interdisciplinary Physics Laboratory (Université Grenoble Alpes, CNRS), highlights the key role of tensions within embryonic tissues.
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    When Neurons Influence Tumor Development
    October 14, 2026
    A study highlights the active role of certain neurons in tumor progression, opening up new avenues in cancer research. Published in August 2026 in *Nature Communications*, this research was conducted by Bruno Hudry’s team at the Valrose Institute of Biology (Université Côte d’Azur, CNRS). It reveals a direct interaction between the nervous system and tumor development.
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    Glioblastoma: A Novel Human Brain Model to Unravel Tumor Invasion
    October 14, 2026
    An innovative laboratory model of the human brain has been developed to better understand glioblastoma invasion. Published in the journal *Cell Death & Disease* in August 2026, this research—led by Michele Bertacchi’s team at the Valrose Biology Institute—reveals the key role of certain proteins in guiding tumor cells within the brain.
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    Why does a drug act differently depending on the type of cell?
    October 14, 2026
    Published in the journal *Systems Biology and Applications* on July 13, 2026, the research by Jeremie Roux at the Institute of Molecular and Cellular Pharmacology shows that the effectiveness of a treatment depends on the precise molecular state of each cell at the time it is administered, opening up new possibilities for more personalized medicine.

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