Exploration of Benzenesulfonamide-Bearing Imidazole Derivatives Activity in Triple-Negative Breast Cancer and Melanoma 2D and 3D Cell Cultures.
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SUBMITTER: Balandis B
PROVIDER: S-EPMC8625351 | biostudies-literature |
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