Scientists Discover a Hidden Weakness in One of the Deadliest Cancers

Scientists have found a potential new way to treat pancreatic cancer by blocking a protein that slows tumor growth and boosts the immune system's response. The protein, called CD47, is often overexpressed in pancreatic cancer cells, helping them evade the immune system. Early experiments show that blocking CD47 can slow tumor growth and improve the effectiveness of immune checkpoint inhibitors.