3D multi-omics tumour atlases: from technology to biology and clinical translation.
3D multi-omics tumour atlases reveal complex cellular interactions and evolution, offering new insights into tumor biology and potential clinical applications.
- Why it matters: Understanding tumor evolution in three dimensions is essential for early detection, prevention, and more effective treatments, addressing a critical gap in cancer research.
- What they did: Emerging spatial multi-omics technologies and 3D tumour atlases are being developed to capture tumor ecosystems over space and time, involving numerous innovative tools and approaches.
- The result: These atlases can identify novel biomarkers and mechanisms, enabling improved risk stratification, early diagnosis, and personalized therapeutic strategies for cancer patients.