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For clues on how to evade cancer, some scientists look to the bowhead whale

By Ari Daniel
Published November 17, 2025 at 4:32 PM EST

Where might we look for inspiration for new cancer therapies? Some researchers say the bowhead whale may offer clues.

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Ari Daniel is a freelance contributor to NPR's Science desk.

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