Cancer Stem Cells: A New Approach to Treating Cancer
This article was originally published in Start Up
Executive Summary
Cancer stem cells are a hot, promising new approach to treating cancer--one which may not only prevent cancer from spreading, but also help diagnose and even cure the disease. Start-ups are beginning to emerge, and so is investor interest.
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