Cannibalism, Zombies & Suicidal Cells: The Latest In Cancer Research

Cannibalism, Zombies & Suicidal Cells: The Latest In Cancer Research

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11th Grade - University

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The video discusses how cancer cells can survive chemotherapy by using autophagy, a process where they consume parts of themselves. It introduces a new treatment using magnetically controlled nanoparticles to destroy cancer cells by targeting lysosomes. Additionally, a study shows that older people with Alzheimer's are less likely to die from cancer, though the reason is unknown.

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What unexpected finding was reported regarding older people with Alzheimer's and their likelihood of dying from cancer?

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Discuss the relationship between cancer and dementia as suggested by the recent study.

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