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    ​ Which Institute has developed an injectable hydrogel for localized cancer treatment?
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    ​ Which Institute has developed an injectable hydrogel for localized cancer treatment?

    A.

    IIT Guwahati

    B.

    IIT Delhi

    C.

    IIT Madras

    D.

    IIT Bombay

    Correct option is A

    The correct answer is:(a) IIT Guwahati

    Explanation:
    IIT Guwahati, in collaboration with Bose Institute, Kolkata, has developed an injectable hydrogel designed for localized cancer treatment. The hydrogel releases anti-cancer drugs directly at the tumor site, reducing side effects.

    Information Booster:

    • The hydrogel is composed of biocompatible peptides.

    • It targets tumors with high glutathione levels.

    • Preclinical trials showed a 75% tumor reduction.

    • It minimizes drug side effects by staying localized.

    • Published in Materials Horizons journal.

    Additional Information:

    • IIT Guwahati is a premier research institution established in 1994.

    • Bose Institute is a leading biological sciences research institute.

    • Doxorubicin is a chemotherapy drug used in this research.

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