1950 – Use of human tissue culture rather than lab mice to test the effects of potential drugs on cancer cells.
Oncology
About This Innovation
* Wright is credited with development of the techniques of using human tissue culture rather than lab mice to test the effects of potential drugs on cancer cells. * Pioneered the use of methotrexate to treat breast & skin cancer. * Developed a non-surgical procedure using a catheter to deliver chemotherapy drugs to previously inaccessible tumors in the kidneys & spleen.
The Invention
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Key Information
Category:
Oncology
Completion Status:
done
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Technical Specifications
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Collaboration
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