SMRTR Science & EngineeringMay 25, 2026Interesting Engineering

Chinese scientists build handheld cancer detector with 94.9% accuracy in trials

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Chinese scientists built a handheld device that detects early-stage lung cancer from a single blood drop with 94.9% accuracy — far surpassing standard lab tests at 74.7%. Each chip costs just $5 and requires only basic LED components, making accurate cancer screening potentially accessible anywhere worldwide.

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