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http://www.foxnews.com/story/0,2933,104730,00.html
The video is more informative than the article.
The video is more informative than the article.
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The problem is that they use an adenovirus, which is immunogenic: patients' immune respons can react very fiercely when a wrong dose is given for instance. The other problem with this virus is that the expression of the gene is only transient.The treatment consists of an adenovirus designed to insert a gene called p53. This gene codes for a protein that triggers cell suicide when cells start to run amok, preventing them becoming cancerous.
Many tumours arise after the mutation or inactivation of p53, and in cancers of this type restoring the protein should kill the tumour cells. This approach has already been tried in the US, with mixed results.
You're right, plenty of efficient biological warfare means to kill people. I just envisioned training a dendritic cell to attack something which is found everywhere, or maybe just in your brain or liver or something. Then, making a virus which will cause your dendritic cells to act that way.Originally posted by Monique
How do you envision it being applied as a biological weapon? I really don't think that is feasible in this manner :) there are much easier ways to attack every cell in someones body by using conventional methods like microorganisms or toxins, nothing new under the sun.
The new cancer treatment method is a medical approach that aims to target and eliminate cancer cells in the body. It involves using different techniques and technologies to specifically attack cancer cells while sparing healthy cells.
The new cancer treatment method works by identifying specific characteristics of cancer cells, such as their mutations or growth patterns, and then targeting them with treatments like chemotherapy, radiation, or immunotherapy. It may also involve using advanced technologies like gene therapy or targeted drug delivery.
The new cancer treatment method has the potential to treat a wide range of cancers, including some of the most common types such as breast, lung, colon, and prostate cancer. It may also be effective in treating rarer forms of cancer.
The new cancer treatment method offers several benefits compared to traditional treatments. These include more targeted and precise treatment, reduced side effects, and potentially higher success rates in eliminating cancer cells. It may also be less invasive and have fewer long-term effects on the patient's overall health.
The new cancer treatment method is still in the early stages of development and may not be widely available yet. It may also be more expensive and require specialized medical facilities and trained professionals. However, as research and technology continue to advance, it is hoped that this treatment will become more accessible to all cancer patients in the future.