Welcome to In the Spotlight, where each month we shine a light on something exciting, timely, or simply fascinating from the world of science.

This month, we’re spotlighting colorectal cancer research in recognition of National Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month. Here, we’ll share the latest research on colorectal cancer, how scientists work to better understand and prevent it, what screening options are available, and what these findings may mean for protecting your health, and more.

Latest News Releases

Updates every hour. Last Updated: 18-Mar-2026 15:15 ET (18-Mar-2026 19:15 GMT/UTC)

18-Mar-2026

Surgery plays a central role in treatment for colorectal cancer – and is usually the first step

Mayo Clinic
16-Mar-2026

Geographic, racial, and sex disparities in time to treatment for early-onset colorectal cancer

JAMA Network
Peer-Reviewed Publication
9-Mar-2026

“Bugs delivering drugs” – researchers publish new approach to colorectal cancer treatment using common food-borne bacteria

Baylor University
Peer-Reviewed Publication