14 October 2015
Researchers use ‘nanopore’ scanners to find early signs of cancer
The tiniest of scanners could be a huge step forward in the fight against cancer. “Nanopore” scanners could save lives by detecting individual DNA molecules, making it possible to diagnose colorectal and lung cancers at their earliest stages.
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