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Scottish drug discovery: advancing new research models

Drug Discovery World

With over 150 pharma services/supply companies and 19 universities, Scotland is one of the most advanced life science sectors in the UK and the world. Following the Scottish Research and Drug Development Forum meeting, DDW’s Diana Spencer provides a snapshot of drug discovery in Scotland.

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The evolution of assays for immuno-oncology research

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However, over the last few decades, it has been widely accepted that interaction between the tumour and host immune response plays a critical role in regulating tumour biology and hence its progression. The number of new cases recorded between 2016 and 2018 was 375,400, with 167,142 deaths caused by cancer between 2017 and 2019.