Marisa Wexler, MS, senior science writer —

Marisa holds a Master of Science in cellular and molecular pathology from the University of Pittsburgh, where she studied novel genetic drivers of ovarian cancer. Her areas of expertise include cancer biology, immunology, and genetics, and she has worked as a science writing and communications intern for the Genetics Society of America.

Articles by Marisa Wexler

First case of spontaneous lung cancer regression reported in LEMS

In the first documented case of its kind, spontaneous cancer regression was seen in a man in Japan with Lambert-Eaton myasthenic syndrome (LEMS) associated with lung cancer. Given that cancer-associated LEMS is thought to be triggered by the immune system attacking cancer cells, scientists believe such a LEMS-driving immune…

LEMS often goes unrecognized in US patients with lung cancer: Study

Lambert-Eaton myasthenic syndrome (LEMS) may be underdiagnosed in a sizeable fraction of people with small cell lung cancer (SCLC), a study analyzing real-world data suggests. Based on these findings, scientists argue that standardized protocols to screen people with SCLC for LEMS “may be warranted.” David Morrell, senior vice president…

New Maryland council to help guide legislature on rare diseases

Legislators in Maryland have officially established a Rare Disease Advisory Council (RDAC) in the state. The new council will bring together stakeholders from the community of people with rare diseases such as Lambert-Eaton myasthenic syndrome (LEMS), including patients, caregivers, scientists, and healthcare providers. The council will serve to educate…