Opening up about their below-the-belt health is not a conversation every man wants to have with his doctor, let alone his nearest and dearest – but the fact remains that every 45 minutes one man dies from prostate cancer in the UK. It may be an awkward discussion, but one worth having.
The Indian Institute of Technology (IIT), Madras has set up a Centre of Excellence to develop biomarkers for early detection of pancreatic cancer. The centre aims to create an India-specific cancer genome database to identify biomarkers for early detection and drug response. The data could also help identify drug targets for new therapies. The centre will also develop a 3D organoid model for disease monitoring and drug screening. The interdisciplinary effort aims to improve healthcare infrastructure in India.
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