A new nanocarrier-based cancer vaccine used for the treatment of an aggressive and lethal form of skin cancer has been tested on mice, showing promising results.
Robert Lea
Robert Lea is a science journalist in the United Kingdom specializing in space and physics reporting. His articles have been published in Space, Physics World, Popular Mechanics, Live Science, and Newsweek.
Heart attack and liver cancer early warning system powered by AI and nanotech
The system detects biomarkers for life-threatening diseases, such as heart attacks and cancer, enabling timely medical intervention.
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French WEST reactor breaks record in nuclear fusion
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How gamma rays developed the chemical complexity of the cosmos
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New radar system to help protect first responders in smoky situations
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