Researchers at the University of Saskatchewan have discovered a way to generate antibodies for new and less toxic leukemia and breast cancer treatments.
The antibodies are created in test tubes at the university, which lowers production costs and makes them more effective. Antibodies are typically created using animal immune systems.
Western Economic Diversification Canada and the Saskatchewan government are providing $1.7 million for the tools to create these antibodies.
The Breast Cancer Foundation, the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society and the Jean Murray Trust Fund are also providing a combined contribution of $652,860.
While the new treatments will help cancer patients, they will also benefit Canada’s economy. The global market for antibody therapies is $26 million.
