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PubMed Daily Triage Digest — 2026-08-13

Run ID: 2026-08-13-attempt3-20260813T094813Z NCBI window: CRDT 2026-08-12 → 2026-08-13 | Attempt: 3 of 3 (schema repair) Screened: 133 candidates across 9 watchlist topics + sentinel Emitted: 26 articles — 10 HIGH | 13 STANDARD | 3 LOW Run status: SUCCESS


🔴🟠 HIGH PRIORITY (8+) — Best Finds by Topic

Precision Oncology / Genomics

[PMID 42586783] Chen C, Zhu J et al. — J Med Genet (2026-08-12) Actionable genotypes beyond the coding sequence and their association with lifespan — UK Biobank (N=490,086) Score: 9/10 🟢 Near-term implementable | Abstract only | Prospective cohort genomics | Validated

Coding ACMG actionable genotypes (3.4% prevalence) increase all-cause mortality HR 1.42 (F) and 1.31 (M). Functionally verified promoter variants with downregulating activity in cancer genes additionally predict mortality (HR ~1.13) via saturation mutagenesis + MPRA — first large-scale non-coding actionable variant mortality demonstration. Reshapes secondary genomic findings policy. doi:10.1136/jmg-2026-111659


AI/ML in Clinical Diagnostics and Imaging

[PMID 42585992] Song B, Maurya H et al. — Eur J Cancer (2026-08-07) Stromal-immune computational pathology signature for prognosis and ICI response in urothelial carcinoma — 5 cohorts, N=884 Score: 9/10 🟢 Near-term implementable | Abstract only | Multicenter retrospective | Validated

Automated H&E-based TLS density + tumor-stroma ratio (TSR) integrated signature predicts PFS across 5 independent UC cohorts and identifies ICI responders (AUC 0.745). Outperforms individual biomarkers (C-index 0.65–0.69); pathologist-independent ICI selection biomarker for bladder/urothelial cancer. doi:10.1016/j.ejca.2026.116979


Early Cancer Detection (Liquid Biopsy / ctDNA / cfDNA)

[PMID 42585615] Beijert IJ, Wever BMM et al. — JCO Precis Oncol (2026-08-12) iSECURE: integrated methylation + copy number cfDNA for noninvasive bladder cancer detection in home-collected urine — AUC 0.94 Score: 9/10 🔴 Early cancer detection | Abstract only | Prospective diagnostic cohort | Validated

Single urine cfDNA library for both SCNA profiling and 3-gene methylation (GALR1/HAND2/NRN1). AUC 0.94, 88% sensitivity, 94% specificity; LOOCV in 89 subjects (30 primary BC, 28 recurrent, 31 hematuria controls). Home-collected urine; potential cystoscopy replacement for low-risk surveillance. doi:10.1200/PO-25-00882

[PMID 42584731] Xu Y, Wang S et al. (Geneseeq) — Mol Biomed (2026-08-12) 🟢 Open Fragmentia-AI WGS: pan-cancer cfDNA detection from ULP-WGS via transformer MIL — 17 cancer types, AUC 0.930 Score: 8/10 🔴 Early cancer detection | PMC full text | Retrospective multicenter | Validated

Sequential fine-tuning across TF strata improved low-TF AUC 35.6%. External cross-platform validation AUC 0.929 (sensitivity 0.78, specificity 0.92). Model-negative status associated with improved PFS in NSCLC chemoimmunotherapy (HR 0.49, 95% CI 0.29–0.82). Industry authorship (Geneseeq) warrants independent replication. doi:10.1186/s43556-026-00538-w


Hematologic Malignancies (AML, MDS, CLL, MPN, Lymphoma)

[PMID 42585304] Mapperley C, Georges E et al. — Sci Adv (2026-08-14) 🟢 Open RNA terminal uridylyl transferases TUT4/7 are druggable AML vulnerabilities, sparing normal hematopoiesis Score: 9/10 🟠 Novel treatment | PMC full text | Mechanistic preclinical | Exploratory

TUT4/7 genetic deletion suppresses AML growth in mouse models via mevalonate/cholesterol pathway; synergizes with venetoclax in primary patient samples. Normal hematopoiesis and full lifespan preserved in Tut4/7-deficient mice. Redona Therapeutics co-authorship signals clinical program. doi:10.1126/sciadv.aec3399

[PMID 42585696] Song C, Liu W et al. — Drug Resist Updat (2026-08-12) ZBED6-driven nucleotide metabolic reprogramming as anti-PD1 resistance mechanism in NK/T-cell lymphoma Score: 8/10 🟠 Novel treatment | Abstract only | Mechanistic preclinical | Exploratory

ZBED6 downregulation enables NKTL cells to scavenge thymidine via SLC29A1/E2F1-RRM2/DPYD axis, creating immunosuppressive TME. Validated by 280-day 5-round resistance induction with humanized PBMC reconstitution + transcriptomics/proteomics/metabolomics + clinical NKTL samples. doi:10.1016/j.drup.2026.101466


Novel Therapeutics: Immunotherapy / CAR-T / Targeted Therapy

[PMID 42586608] Wang Y, Peng C et al. — J Immunother Cancer (2026-08-12) 🟢 Open PGE2-mediated NK cell reprogramming drives acquired PD-1 resistance in lung adenocarcinoma — CRISPR screen identifies COX-2 Score: 8/10 🟠 Novel treatment | PMC full text | Mechanistic preclinical | Exploratory

In vivo genome-wide CRISPR screen identified Ptgs2 as dominant acquired PD-1 resistance driver. PGE2 signals via EP2/EP4→cAMP→CREM to suppress NK-cell cytotoxicity. COX-2 inhibitor celecoxib restored NK function and overcame resistance in vivo. Immediately actionable for NSCLC celecoxib + anti-PD-1 combination trial design. doi:10.1136/jitc-2025-014673

[PMID 42586609] Sirini C, Balestrieri C et al. (San Raffaele) — J Immunother Cancer (2026-08-12) 🟢 Open N-glycans on non-malignant TME cells dampen CAR-T function in colorectal and pancreatic cancer — MGAT5 actionable target Score: 8/10 🟠 Novel treatment | PMC full text | Mechanistic preclinical | Exploratory

N-glycan branching on M2 macrophages and hepatic stellate cells limits CAR-T in CRC/PDAC liver mets. Humanized mouse + scRNA-seq: MGAT5 disruption in TME (not tumor) depletes pro-tumor IL1β+ macrophages and restores CAR-T activity. Novel TME glycosylation mechanism; MGAT5 inhibitors tractable. doi:10.1136/jitc-2026-015099


Cardiovascular-Metabolic (GLP-1 / SGLT2 / Cardiometabolic Risk)

[PMID 42586506] Kanbay M, Mizrak B et al. — Diabetes Res Clin Pract (2026-08-12) SGLT2 inhibitors in ADPKD: first systematic review/meta-analysis — 6 studies, N=451 — inconclusive but signals trial urgency Score: 8/10 🟡 Underserved population | Abstract only | Systematic review + meta-analysis | Exploratory

First PRISMA-registered meta-analysis of SGLT2i in ADPKD (excluded from pivotal trials). Modest eGFR attenuation vs. historical slope (MD 0.65 mL/min/1.73m²/yr, p=0.04) but no significant advantage over active comparators, no kidney volume reduction. Urgently calls for dedicated ADPKD RCTs. doi:10.1016/j.diabres.2026.113496


Rare Diseases with High Unmet Need

[PMID 42585307] Zhao W, Hu X et al. — Sci Adv (2026-08-14) 🟢 Open Mito-TEMPO improves survival in NPC1-knockout zebrafish via Sod2-mediated mitophagy — Niemann-Pick type C therapeutic target Score: 8/10 🟠 Novel treatment | PMC full text | Mechanistic preclinical (zebrafish) | Exploratory

Mito-TEMPO (mitochondria-targeted antioxidant) extends survival in npc1−/− zebrafish by reducing mitochondrial oxidative stress and enhancing mitophagy via SOD2 activation. NPC1/Niemann-Pick type C has no disease-modifying treatment; mitochondrial dysfunction is a druggable mechanism. Concept translatable to mammalian NPC1 models. doi:10.1126/sciadv.aee0509


Aging / Longevity / Population Health

No HIGH-priority articles this run (best score: 7/10). See STANDARD section below.


🟢⚪ STANDARD (4–7) — Top by Topic

PMID Title (abbreviated) Topic Score Priority Flag Journal
42585095 Aging-associated GATA4 in articular cartilage impairs chondrocyte regeneration — OA mechanism T8 Aging 7 ⚪ Promising prelim. eLife 🟢
42585000 miR-34a–KLF2–CXCR4/CXCL12 axis drives AMD neovascularization — non-VEGF target T8 Aging 7 ⚪ Promising prelim. PNAS
42586237 Clone-by-clone spatial proteomics therapy guidance in luminal breast cancer (tumoroids) T5 Precision Onc 7 ⚪ Promising prelim. Mol Cell Proteomics
42586900 AZA-VEN + G-CSF in real-world AML — G-CSF OS benefit in CR/CRi (10.1 vs 20.3 mo, p=0.001) T1 Heme Malig 6 🟢 Near-term impl. Clin Lymphoma Myeloma Leuk
42585617 NLP+EHR AML readmission/mortality risk — AUC 0.67→0.74 with clinical notes T1/T4 6 🟢 Near-term impl. JCO Clin Cancer Inform
42586458 Obesity-driven HFpEF: SGLT2i + semaglutide/tirzepatide treatment framework T7 CardioMet 6 🟢 Near-term impl. Curr Probl Cardiol
42586224 Claudin18.2 molecular imaging for precision oncology — target accessibility beyond IHC T5 Precision Onc 6 ⚪ Promising prelim. Pharmacol Res
42586156 ML for thalassemia detection — critical review, CBC/ML pipeline gaps and recommendations T2 CBC-ML 6 🟡 Underserved pop. Prog Biomed Eng 🟢
42584390 Fabry disease cardiac remodeling trajectory by renal stage — East Asian cohort T9 Rare Disease 6 🟡 Underserved pop. JACC Asia
42586901 CAR-T geographic/socioeconomic disparities in MM (N=106,593) — drive time + income barriers T6/T1 5 🟡 Underserved pop. Clin Lymphoma Myeloma Leuk
42585667 TMAO associated with aging, cardiometabolic risk, and brain atrophy in elderly (N=487, MRI) T8 Aging 5 ⚪ Promising prelim. Aging (Albany NY) 🟢
42584890 Retest effects in cognitive aging assessments — RCT methodological implications for AD trials T8 Aging 5 🟢 Near-term impl. JAMA Netw Open 🟢
42584677 Fabry disease vascular endothelial dysfunction + echo — sex-specific patterns T9 Rare Disease 5 ⚪ Promising prelim. Clin Res Cardiol

🔵 LOW (≤3) — Title-Only Records (Archived)

Scored ≤3 per title-only conservative cap; held for record completeness.

PMID Title (abbreviated) Topic Score Journal
42586812 Nano-activators for antigen-independent T cell activation in solid tumors (title only) T6 Immunotherapy 3 Sci Bull (Beijing)
42586811 In situ NKG2D CAR T/NK cells via tumor-targeted lipoplex (title only) T6 Immunotherapy 3 Sci Bull (Beijing)
42585652 Gene editing, peroxisomal disorders, rare disease treatments — NEJM commentary (title only) T9 Rare Disease 3 N Engl J Med

Score capped at 3 for title-only records per v1.3 conservative triage policy. Recommend re-triage when abstract becomes available.


💡 UNSOLICITED FINDS

None. All sentinel scan candidates (10 reviewed) overlapped with watchlist topic captures. No unique high-signal out-of-watchlist articles identified today.


📊 TODAY'S BREAKDOWN

By research category:

By evidence maturity:

By watchlist topic (search hits / reviewed / HIGH / STANDARD / highest score):

Topic Search Hits Reviewed HIGH STANDARD LOW Highest Score
T1 Hematologic malignancies 48 15 2 3 10 9 (42585304)
T2 CBC/ML hematology 1 1 0 1 0 6 (42586156)
T3 Early cancer detection 33 15 2 0 13 9 (42585615)
T4 AI/ML clinical diagnostics 35 15 1 1 13 9 (42585992)
T5 Precision oncology/genomics 63 15 1 2 12 9 (42586783)
T6 Novel therapeutics/immunotherapy 146 15 2 1 12 8 (42586609)
T7 Cardiovascular-metabolic 93 15 1 1 13 8 (42586506)
T8 Aging/longevity 23 10 0 4 6 7 (42585095)
T9 Rare diseases 29 14 1 2 11 8 (42585307)
Sentinel 10 10 0 0 10

By source type: peer_reviewed: 26 | preprint: 0

By access level: PMC full text: 9 | Abstract only: 14 | Title only: 3

Topics with zero 8+ articles this run: T2 CBC/ML hematology (best: 6/10), T8 Aging (best: 7/10), Sentinel (no unique finds)


🔧 RUN NOTES


Generated: 2026-08-13T09:48:13Z | Attempt 3 of 3 (schema repair) | Pending validator promotion to final paths