How Can Math Help Beat Cancer?
The Joy of Why
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Understanding Cancer: Evolutionary Insights and Treatment Challenges
This chapter explores the molecular differences between cancerous and healthy cells, introducing tumorigenesis and the adaptive nature of cancer as an evolutionary process. It discusses the complexities of tumor heterogeneity and highlights the interplay between cancer treatments and mathematical modeling to optimize therapeutic approaches. The conversation reflects on the necessity of diverse scientific methodologies in cancer research to improve patient outcomes.
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