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First Ascent Biomedical Secures Florida Grant to Expand AI-Driven Cancer Treatment Platform

3 months ago

• First Ascent Biomedical's xDRIVE Drug Prediction Platform, showing 83% improvement in treatment outcomes, receives funding from Florida Cancer Innovation Fund to expand personalized cancer care access. • The AI-powered platform combines DNA/RNA sequencing, drug sensitivity testing, and machine learning to identify optimal treatments for cancer recurrence, with notable success in pediatric oncology. • The grant will support expanding treatment access to rural and minority communities in Florida, while advancing FDA Breakthrough Device Designation and insurance coverage approvals.