The customizable implant releases an anticancer drug in the presence of new tumors that might go undetected by MRI.
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Decorated nanospheres boost chemotherapy and cut side effects
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Blocking key protein halts spread of cervical cancer tumors
New findings shed light on how cervical cancer spreads to the lymph nodes, opening the door for treatments that could stop the process.
Nanoparticles deliver gene therapy to hard-to-reach brain tumors
Nanoparticles deliver anti-cancer drugs in hard-to-reach brain tumors prevalent in children, boosting both diagnosis and treatment.
Cowpea virus immunotherapy prevents cancer metastases
Plant-based virus stimulates the body’s immune response to fight off established and budding cancer metastases.
Nanovehicles take aim at tumor cells for better chemotherapy
Nanoparticles with innovative coatings target tumor cells, enhancing chemotherapy effectiveness while minimizing side effects.
Killing cancer cells with a molecular jackhammer
Mechanical therapy physically breaks down cancer cells and could help overcome the problem of treatment resistance.
Electrified microneedles get vaccine across the skin for cancer immunotherapy
Microneedle skin patches combined with a safe electrical current help antigens cross the skin to trigger an immune response against tumors.
When diagnosing prostate cancer, two biomarkers are better than one
Many biopsies may soon be avoidable with the advent of an accurate biosensor for prostate cancer that detects biomarkers in the blood.
What characteristics help tumor cells spread?
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