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Cancer Diagnostics – News and Features

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News

Decoding the Evolution of Cancer Cells

Researchers at the German Cancer Research Center (DKFZ) have now developed a method that allows for the first time to reconstruct the temporal development—the evolution—of cancerous cells from a single tissue sample.
Microscopic view of bone marrow cells, relevant to liquid biopsy analysis in cancer diagnostics.
News

RNA-Based Liquid Biopsy Detects Early Colon Cancer With 95% Accuracy

A study from the University of Chicago introduces an RNA-based liquid biopsy that detects early-stage colorectal cancer with 95% accuracy. The test overcomes the limitations of DNA-based methods.
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News

Why Some Prostate Tumors Are Resistant to Treatment

While many patients experience long-term benefits from cancer treatment, some will derive no benefit whatsoever. The study examined RNA sequencing data and clinical outcomes from several prostate cancer clinical trial datasets.
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Industry Insight

A New Era Begins for Diagnostic Testing

The diagnostics landscape has transformed over the last 12 months. In this interview, Mara Aspinall, a leader in diagnostic innovation, policy and partner at Illumina Ventures, reflected on the defining moments of the last year and what lies ahead.
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News

Bioengineered Tumor Model Aids Fight Against Abdominal Cancer

Researchers have developed a bioengineered hydrogel platform capable of preserving patient-derived tumor tissues for longer periods, a breakthrough that could enhance drug testing for abdominal cancer.
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News

Manipulation of Light at the Nanoscale Helps Advance Biosensors

Researchers have developed a new class of nanomaterial that helps to manipulate light and improve the sensitivity of biosensors for detecting disease biomarkers.
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News

CIN Signatures Predict Chemotherapy Resistance

A new genomic test has been developed to accurately predict whether a patient’s cancer will resist common chemotherapy treatments.
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News

AI Tool Matches Physicians in Mapping Moving Lung Tumors

The tech demonstrated the ability to automate tumor segmentation with high consistency across hospitals and scan types.
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Article

The Evolution of Biomarkers in Modern Cancer Care

This article explores how cancer biomarkers improve early detection, guide treatments and predict outcomes to transform personalized cancer care.
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News

Ovarian Cancer Risks Linked to Genetic Mutations

Researchers have established a living fallopian tube biobank, utilizing cells and tissues donated by patients, which helps scientists study how ovarian cancer begins — cell by cell — directly in human tissue.
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