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Scientists developing laser system to remove cancer more precisely – The Irish News
The new system will be based around ultrafast lasers.
A new laser system that could help surgeons remove cancer more precisely and safely is being developed by scientists.
Experts at Heriot-Watt University in Edinburgh are developing a new system that will help surgeons distinguish cancer cells in much better resolution, and remove them without damaging healthy surrounding tissue.
Professor Jonathan Shephard has been given £1.2 million by the Engineering and Physical Sciences Research Council (EPSRC) to develop the system.
The new system will be based…
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