Middle schoolers discover antibiotic compound

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A group of Chicago middle school students contributed to the discovery of a compound that shows potential in slowing the growth of melanoma and ovarian cancer cells.

The breakthrough was part of a program designed to address inequities in STEM education by immersing underrepresented students in authentic scientific research.

The students played an integral role throughout the project, from gathering environmental samples in their neighborhoods to analyzing bacterial colonies for antibiotic properties.

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