Meet Audrey Zheng, 17, who developed a pancreatic cancer test

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Audrey Zheng, a 17-year-old student, developed an innovative bioengineering method for early pancreatic cancer detection using magnetic beads to isolate tumor-derived particles. Her work shows promising accuracy in clinical trials and has earned her recognition as a national finalist in a prestigious science competition.

A talented high school student has pioneered a cutting-edge bioengineering method for the early detection of pancreatic cancer. By utilizing magnetic beads to isolate tumor-derived particles from blood samples, her clinical trials demonstrated remarkable accuracy. Her extraordinary research has secured her a spot as a national finalist in a prestigious science competition, offering a promising new avenue for timely diagnosis and improved patient survival outcomes.