ScienceJuly 4, 2026
glioma
/ɡlaɪˈoʊmə/
Definition
A type of tumor that develops in the brain or spinal cord, originating specifically from the glial cells that support and nourish neurons.
Etymology
The word is derived from the Greek 'glia' meaning 'glue,' referring to the supportive tissue of the brain, combined with the suffix '-oma' which denotes a tumor or swelling in medical terminology.
In the news
In the article, the term is used to describe the focus of Stephen Francis's epidemiological research at the UCSF Brain Tumor Center. The author mentions it to illustrate how Claude Science helps researchers analyze the genetic basis of this specific cancer type.
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Read the full article ↗Anthropic