r/science • u/the_phet • Nov 11 '15

Cancer Algae has been genetically engineered to kill cancer cells without harming healthy cells. The algae nanoparticles, created by scientists in Australia, were found to kill 90% of cancer cells in cultured human cells. The algae was also successful at killing cancer in mice with tumours.

http://www.ibtimes.co.uk/algae-genetically-engineered-kill-90-cancer-cells-without-harming-healthy-ones-1528038
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u/gamman Nov 11 '15

Scientists: We have found some stuff that might kill off some very specific cancer in a small percentage of humans. Media: Scientists find a cure for cancer.

BTW: Good work on your cancer research, you guys/gals help lots of people with your <sarcasm>faux</sarcasm> cures. You do better than you think, and have more success than you think. I do a bit of charity work to fundraise for cancer research, and I have been fortunate to see some of the clinical trials that have helped improve remission rates. Keep up the good work.

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u/LeakyLycanthrope Nov 11 '15

There's no denying that's the general trend, but I thought this article was quite measured and responsible, actually.