The Science of Cancer

By Leah Kaminski

Book Overview

New breakthroughs in particle acceleration allow tumors to be irradiated in milliseconds. Using genetics, doctors can attack cancers and their causes in ever more targeted ways. Nanoparticles stream through the blood directly to cancer cells, tiny machines behaving with laser-like precision. Readers will learn the story of three technologies that are advancing the global fight against cancer. With this incisive look at the life-changing possibilities of STEM research, students will learn the science behind these breakthroughs and feel inspired to join the fight.

At just 32 pages, Full Tilt Fast Reads help striving middle school readers build reading stamina and stay engaged with high-interest low-level content and dynamic topics.

• Format: Library Binding
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1629208388
• ISBN13: 9781629208381
• Release Date: August 2020
• Publisher: Full Tilt Press
• Length: 32 Pages
• Weight: 0.45 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 7.1" x 9.1"
• Age Range: 10 to 14 years
• Grade Range: Grades 5 to 9