NUS scientists use magnetic pulses to reprogram immune cells for breast cancer

Researchers at the National University of Singapore (NUS) have developed a new approach for treating breast cancer by employing localized, non-invasive pulsed electromagnetic fields. The technique aims to reprogram immune cells, shifting their function from supporting tumors to actively killing cancer cells.

This research, announced on September 14, 2026, introduces a novel, non-surgical method in cancer therapy. The focus is on modifying the immune system's activity within cancer sites.

The study details the application of electromagnetic fields to alter immune cell behavior. It seeks to provide an alternative to conventional treatments like chemotherapy and radiation by leveraging the body's own immune response.

Further development and potential clinical trials could lead to new therapeutic options for breast cancer patients.