Big data helps identify better way to research breast cancer's spread

(Michigan State University) Michigan State University researchers are analyzing large volumes of data, often referred to as big data, to determine better research models to fight the spread of breast cancer and test potential drugs. Current models used in the lab frequently involve culturing cells on flat dishes, or cell lines, to model tumor growth in patients.
Source: EurekAlert! - Medicine and Health - Category: International Medicine & Public Health Source Type: news