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Directed Evolution Makes an Oncolytic Virus More Potent Against Breast-Cancer Stem-Like Cells

Mindbytes Oct 9, 2026

Directed Evolution Makes an Oncolytic Virus More Potent Against Breast-Cancer Stem-Like Cells

Laboratory evolution produced viral clones that killed chemotherapy-resistant breast-cancer stem-like cells more effectively than the original strain.

Linsey Smith 1 min read

Engineered Probiotic Shrinks Pancreatic Tumors in Mice

Mindbytes Aug 19, 2026

Engineered Probiotic Shrinks Pancreatic Tumors in Mice

University of Chicago scientists rewired Bifidobacterium longum to pump SumIL-2 inside tumors, suppressing pancreatic cancer growth in mouse models.

Linsey Smith 1 min read