ASCO 2024: What are some of the latest advancements in cancer trials?

ASCO 2024: What are some of the latest advancements in cancer trials?

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ASCO 2024 was held in Chicago where experts gathered to showcase promising cancer research. 

Pharma giants like AbbVie and AstraZeneca as well as biotechs like Biomica, Alligator Bioscience, and Nanobiotix, presented encouraging data for their drug candidates. 

Cancer vaccines were also part of the discussion, including Moderna’s mRNA technology and Elicio Therapeutics’ early-stage off-the-shelf vaccine.

Labiotech spoke to Ketan Patel, from Clarivate, to discuss the clinical trends discussed at ASCO 2024. 

To find out more, read the full article: ASCO 2024: The latest advances in oncology clinical trials


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