Scientists grow Mini-Tumors in lab to test chemo before giving it to patients
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This study tested whether doctors could safely take small samples of a patient's pancreatic cancer tumor and grow miniature 3D versions (organoids) in the lab. Researchers then used these mini-tumors to test which chemotherapy drugs worked best against that specific patient's can…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Prof. Dr. med. Dres. h.c. Jan Schmidt, MME • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Mar 31, 2026 12:12 UTC