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Tumour cells examined in virtual reality

Allows researchers to better understand tumour structure and examine it from any angle

26-Dec-2018

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1mm cubed piece of breast cancer tissue biopsy contains around 100,000 cells.

Wafer thin slices are cut, scanned and then stained.

Mapped 3D tumour can be analysed within a virtual reality laboratory.

Pinhead biopsy could be magnified to appear several metres across.

Able to see small group of cells starting to escape from main tumour.

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Cancer Research UK

Independent cancer charity focused on saving lives through research, influence and information

Greg Hannon

Professor of Oncology at the University of Cambridge.

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Digital Modeling, Cancer