Evolutionary Oncology

Evolutionary oncology is an interdisciplinary field of study that uses evolutionary principles to understand the origin, diversification, and treatment of cancer. By applying evolutionary concepts to cancer research, evolutionary oncology provides a broad understanding of the process of how cancer develops, how it continues to evolve and adapt to treatment, and how it influences outcomes such as response to therapy, disease progression, and recurrence. This knowledge can then be used to better diagnose and treat cancer in a personalized way. With the advances in genetic research and new treatments, such as immunotherapy, evolutionary oncology is becoming increasingly important in helping to improve cancer outcomes.