Hossein Akbarialiabad, Parnian Jamshidi, Zahra Aminzade, Narges Azizi, Seyed Reza Taha, Najmeh Sadeghian, Lydia Johnson Kolaparambil Varghese, Mohsen Farjoud Kouhanjani, Nafise Niknam, Dora Babocs, Fatima El-Assaad, Thais Russomano, Dedee F Murrell, Shahram Paydar, Christopher G Bunick, Rowena Christiansen, M Mark Melin
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Space science is reshaping oncology by providing novel insights into cancer biology, diagnostics, and therapeutics. The unique space environment - characterized by microgravity and cosmic radiation - induces profound alterations in cancer cell behavior, immune responses, and tumor microenvironment (TME) interactions. These conditions offer a platform for studying cancer progression, enhancing drug discovery, and refining treatment strategies. This opinion article explores microgravity-induced changes in tumor biology, space-driven advancements in imaging and radiation research, and extraterrestrial contributions to cancer therapeutics. By leveraging these innovations, space research holds transformative potential for improving cancer diagnostics and treatment on Earth.
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