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How FiltRead scores articles: We analyze public metadata — title, topic, and structure. FiltRead does not access or reproduce paywalled content. You still pay to unlock.
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nytimes.com/science/mrna-vaccine-pancreatic-cancer
New mRNA Trial Shows 94% Reduction in Pancreatic Cancer Recurrence
A landmark clinical trial conducted across 14 medical centers has demonstrated that a personalized mRNA vaccine, when combined with standard chemotherapy, reduced pancreatic cancer recurrence by 94% over an 18-month follow-up period. The study, published in Nature Medicine, enrolled 260 patients with resected pancreatic ductal adenocarcinoma...
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AI SUMMARY
Landmark mRNA vaccine trial shows 94% reduction in pancreatic cancer recurrence across 14 medical centers. Published in Nature Medicine with 260 patients enrolled.
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Financial Times · Markets Not Subscribed
Federal Reserve Signals Two Rate Cuts in 2026 as Inflation Nears Target
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The Federal Reserve's latest dot plot indicates two quarter-point rate cuts expected in the second half of 2026, as core PCE inflation tracks toward the 2% target. Markets initially rallied on the dovish signal before tempering gains...

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