New generation anti-cancer drug shows promise for children with brain tumours

Jul 9, 2021

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A genetic map of an aggressive childhood brain tumour called medulloblastoma has helped researchers identify a new generation anti-cancer drug that can be repurposed as an effective treatment for the disease.

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