TED: How cancer cells communicate -- and how we can slow them down | Hasini Jayatilaka

The video discusses the emotional and physical toll of cancer, focusing on metastasis, the spread of cancer cells. The speaker shares her research journey, discovering that cancer cells communicate and coordinate movement through signaling molecules. This led to the development of a drug cocktail targeting metastasis, not tumor growth. The work, known as the Hasini effect, highlights the importance of collaboration in scientific discovery. The speaker reflects on the success and future directions of her research, emphasizing the power of teamwork in advancing cancer treatment.

What challenges did the researcher face when starting her project?

How does the researcher view the relationship between tumor growth and metastasis?

What future directions does the research team plan to take with the Hasini effect?

What role did collaboration play in the researcher's success?