therapeutics
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Origin of therapeutics
First recorded in 1665–75; see origin at therapeutic, -ics
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The clinical trial of two therapeutics began, with the enrolment of the first patient.
From BBC ● Jul. 2, 2026
Thirdly, he pointed out, there were "no approved vaccines or therapeutics" for the Bundibugyo strain of Ebola behind the current outbreak.
From Barron's ● May 25, 2026
There are no approved vaccines or therapeutics for this strain of Ebola, and researchers who study Bundibugyo virus say there has been little interest from federal agencies in funding their work.
From MarketWatch ● May 18, 2026
"Detecting markers of Alzheimer's early is absolutely critical to developing effective therapeutics," says Yates.
From Science Daily ● Mar. 12, 2026
“I specialize in the pathology and therapeutics of the blood,” he said.
From "Snow Falling on Cedars: A Novel" by David Guterson
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