pancreas
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“In 15 years, this is probably the first real big change or anticipated change in pancreas cancer.”
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 21, 2026
If you were comparing it to human biology, it performs roles similar to the liver, pancreas, and immune system.
From Science Daily • Apr. 20, 2026
GLP-1 receptors are expressed not just in the pancreas and stomach, but throughout the vagus nerve, the brain stem, and the hypothalamus.
From Slate • Mar. 22, 2026
Five-year survival data analysed by the charity shows the UK consistently lags behind on cancers of the stomach, colon, pancreas, ovaries and lungs.
From BBC • Feb. 3, 2026
“Sweetbread is made from the pancreas of a calf.”
From "Life of Pi" by Yann Martel
Vocabulary lists containing pancreas
Steve Jobs's Commencement Address (2005)
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For National Pancake Day, Words With the Greek Roots "Pan-"
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Human Anatomy and Physiology - Introductory
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