The Jaklenec Research Lab at the MIT Koch Institute for Integrative Cancer Research works at the interface of engineering and immunology with a focus on global health. The lab develops innovative and translatable technologies to help large populations globally, especially in developing countries.

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Treatment Harnesses Light to Target Cancer
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When exposed to a near-infrared laser, injected microparticles release heat and chemotherapy directly to the tumor…

Manuscript Published in Advanced Healthcare Materials
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