Episode 268: Everything ADCs in Cancer With Paolo Tarantino

Paolo Tarantino, MD, PhD, medical oncologist at Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, joins Chadi for a deep dive into the rapidly evolving world of antibody-drug conjugates (ADCs)—sometimes dubbed “super-chemotherapies.” He traces the fascinating origins of the ADC concept, including a centuries-old scientific insight that foreshadowed their development, and explains the biology behind how these targeted therapies deliver potent cytotoxics directly to cancer cells across tumor types. Dr. Tarantino also reflects on launching his career alongside the infancy of modern ADCs, explores innovations like multi-payload constructs, and weighs in on whether ADCs could ultimately replace conventional chemotherapy as research continues to push the field forward.

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