Scientists forge path to cancer cure with powerful ‘antitumor’ drug

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KUWAIT CITY, Jan 31: In a significant stride forward in the ongoing battle against cancer, researchers from Ewha Women’s University in Seoul, South Korea, have unveiled a powerful chemical composition with the potential to eliminate tumor cells. The groundbreaking findings, published in the journal Angewandte Chemie, detail the creation of a promising new cancer-fighting drug by manipulating calcium levels within cells – a technique believed to hold the key to an “anti-tumor” formula.

Traditionally, an excess of calcium ions in cells can be detrimental, compromising healthy cellular components such as mitochondria, commonly known as the cell’s powerhouse. However, the research team has discovered a method to leverage this harmful over-influx to combat and obliterate tumor cells in the body, introducing what they refer to as a “calcium storm.”

Furthermore, the scientists observed that exposure to infrared light could enhance the effectiveness of the newly developed drug for triggering the “calcium storm.” The injectable formula underwent testing in mice afflicted with tumors, introduced via specially modified silica beads that posed no harm to the rodents.

As the drug entered the bloodstream, the researchers successfully tracked its journey to the tumor, activating it in the presence of infrared light. Remarkably, within a few days, the tumors in the mice disappeared, showcasing the potential of this innovative cancer treatment.

Buoyed by their success, the research team is optimistic about the broader applications of this formula, anticipating its use in advancing biomedical research. The announcement of this groundbreaking discovery coincides with the introduction of a new machine learning-powered method for accurately screening ovarian cancer, emphasizing the ongoing efforts to revolutionize cancer detection and treatment methodologies.

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