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Capturing cancer tumor cells from the blood
New immobilization method from the Chinese Academy of Sciences will improve cancer detection and treatment.
Nanoscale "bed of nails" could kickstart new drug-delivery systems
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A deep look into the body with Raman spectroscopy
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PNNL recognized for transferring innovations to the marketplace
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Nanosurface can catch cancer cells
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