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Bacteria recruited to treat cancer

Source: Nature - Main • Published: 09 Sept 2026, 00:00

Summarized by Masters of Longevity from Nature - Main.

Engineered bacteria as living drug factories and delivery vehicles for targeting tumors and recent advances shaping the field.

Bacteria recruited to treat cancer
Key Takeaways
  • View all journals This article is part of Nature Outlook.
  • These six advances could change how drugs are delivered Outlook 09 SEP 26 Special delivery.
  • Anticancer drugs could be manufactured and delivered by modified microorganisms.
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