Anglo-Japanese Alliance Targets Breakthroughs in Paediatric Oncology
The UK and Japan have formalised a new research partnership aimed at revolutionising clinical trials for young cancer patients. With a multi-million-pound commitment, the initiative seeks to bridge the critical gap in treatment options for the most vulnerable.
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