![](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20080920105812im_/http://nsf.gov/images/x.gif) News From the Field Novel Method Enables Genomic Screening of Blood Vessels From Patient Tissue
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August 28, 2007
![biology graphic](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20080920105812im_/http://nsf.gov/news/other_images/1bio_l.gif) | Scientists have developed a new method of capturing a complete genome-wide screening of blood vessel cells in their actual disease state, advancing the potential for genetic research on the tissue responsible for delivering nourishment that can accelerate the growth of both a cancer tumor or wound healing. Full story |
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