Discover Actorius' journey. Learn how our innovation-driven, impact-obsessed start-up is revolutionizing early cancer detection. Our story so far An innovation-driven organisation 15000+ Patients Served 500+ Doctors Trust Us 100+ Publications 13+ Years of Excellence Innovation Driven Impact-obsessed Who we are About Actorius We innovate and create bio materials that have critical applications in the field of life sciences, drug delivery and medical diagnostics. We work with a vision to advance and improve human health. Mission, Vision & Purpose Innovating with Intent Our mission, vision, and purpose reflect our commitment to meaningful progress and measurable outcomes. Mission To develop innovative methodologies to develop diagnostic tests that provide early indicators of oncogenesis and enable informed treatment strategies. Vision To collectively advance and improve human health by developing biomedical innovations into practical applications that have wider reach, accessibility and affordability. Purpose To positively impact everyone, by developing solutions that have reduced time to decision making and providing precise information for a chosen course of action. Our Values What We Stand For Our values define our commitment to rigorous science, responsibility, and meaningful impact. Work on challenges with cutting-edge science and innovation. Work towards making it accessible and affordable to the masses. Ensure critical clinical validations for every outcome. Bio-materials with high specificity, efficiency and sensitivity. Scientific disciplines with interdisciplinary intelligence at the core. Take every little step to ensure cancer patient’s lives are saved. Focused on creating novel cancer diagnostic tests. Know more Rigour in every action. Every product undergoes intense design and development. Leaving no stone unturned. We follow the most stringent quality norms and regulatory requirements. Passionate and emphatic. We are committed to developing solutions for unmet medical needs. We build high-risk innovative products, which have a very long life-cycle, using novel biomaterials. Detect cancer relapse early, when it can be cured. We are committed to bringing stakeholders together to adopt innovative, safe, and effective technologies that can transform cancer care. Filtering Cancer. Fighting Metastasis. Know More

Actorius Innovations and Research delivers regulatory-aligned cancer research solutions, enabling early detection, accurate monitoring, and impactful clinical decision support. From cell to certainty. Transforming cellular discoveries into breakthrough technologies that advance cancer research, deepen our understanding of metastasis, and shape the future of oncology. Know More OncoMetastat® OncoMetastat® is an extracorporeal blood-processing platform engineered to selectively capture and deplete circulating tumor cells — designed to delay cancer metastasis in early stage cancers. Book a demo Meet us at ISLB 2026 | November 7-9, 2026 | Madrid, Spain Trusted by: About We are in pursuit of identifying and developing life-saving solutions for global healthcare problems with a focus on cancer diagnostics and cure. Why choose us? Our approach is grounded in rigorous research, advanced platforms, and a commitment to meaningful outcomes. 15000+ Patients Served Globally 500+ Doctors Trust Us 100+ Publications 13+ Years of Excellence Patented Techologies Proprietary innovations designed to deliver precision, reliability, and real-world impact. Regulatory Approved Regulatory-approved solutions built to meet the highest standards of safety, compliance, and clinical integrity. Our Publications In collaboration with researchers and thought leaders around the world, Actorius Innovations' Team combines scientific expertise with cutting-edge innovation to advance the frontiers of cancer care. The research behind our products are supported by 100+ scientific publications presented at leading global forums such as ASCO, AACR, ESMO, ISLB, etc Read our publications Latest from Actorius Explore the latest updates, research perspectives, announcements, and stories shaping our work. View all updates Sep 1, 2026 Longitudinal Assessment of Circulating Tumor Cells Expressing PD-L1 and Clusters in Esophageal Cancer Patients A longitudinal study of 110 esophageal cancer patients evaluated CTCs, PD-L1 expression, and CTC clusters, highlighting their potential as predictive biomarkers for treatment outcomes and occult minimal cellular residual disease. Read More Aug 30, 2026 Algorithm based analysis of circulating tumour cells in cancer patients A study evaluating CellMatrics, a Python-based automated image analysis algorithm for CTC detection, demonstrated rapid and robust concordance with manual CTC analysis across blood samples from 32 cancer patients. Read More Aug 30, 2026 Detection of Androgen Receptor Splice Variant 7 in Circulating Tumor Cells for Dynamic Treatment Decision in Prostate Cancer Patients This study evaluated AR-V7 in CTCs and clusters from prostate cancer patients, highlighting its potential to predict ARSI resistance and support dynamic treatment decisions. Read More Actorius in Action Stay updated with our latest events, scientific discussions, collaborations, and milestones that continue to shape the future of cancer research and innovation. View all events Nov 7, 2026 ISLB Annual Congress 2026 | 7-9 November | Madrid, Spain Actorius will present seven scientific posters at ISLB 2026 in Madrid, showcasing research advancing the clinical potential of CTCs across treatment monitoring, biomarker analysis, residual disease, and metastasis research. Read More Aug 18, 2026 14 Years of Actorius: A Journey of Innovation & Impact From circulating tumor cells and liquid biopsy to better cancer diagnostics —a journey driven by innovation, persistence, and the belief that better diagnostics can change lives. Read More Apr 23, 2026 AACR 2026 Highlights | April 17-22 | San Diego, California Highlights from AACR 2026 Read More In the News Explore how Actorius is making headlines in cancer research and diagnostics. View all mentions May 24, 2026 The Hidden Threat of a Single Cell: Dr. Jayant Khandare on How One Circulating Tumor Cell Can Restart the Cancer Journey The deadliest cancer threat may be invisible — just one surviving cell can be enough to restart the disease journey. Read More Mar 17, 2026 Actorius Innovations pioneers' oncology care with its OncoDiscover and OncoMetastat solutions Dr. Jayant Khandare Leads Actorius with Pathbreaking Innovations in Cancer Detection and Metastasis Control Read More Mar 14, 2026 Dr. Jayant Khandare Leads Actorius with Pathbreaking Innovations in Cancer Detection and Metastasis Control Actorius Innovations and Research Pvt Ltd, a pioneering Indo-US biotechnology company revolutionizing oncology through advanced circulating tumor cell (CTC) technologies, continues to make significant strides under the visionary leadership of Dr. Jayant Khandare, Founder, Managing Director, and Chief Scientific Officer. Read More © Copyright Actorius Innovations and Research FAQS Frequently Asked Questions Answers to commonly asked questions about Actorius and our offerings. Know More What makes Actorius different from conventional diagnostics companies? Actorius focuses on understanding cancer at the cellular level and translating that insight into precise, actionable outcomes. Our platforms are designed to look deeper, act earlier, and support more confident decisions. Who are Actorius’ solutions designed for? Our solutions are built for clinicians, researchers, healthcare partners, and institutions seeking advanced tools for cancer detection, analysis, and monitoring. How does Actorius approach precision oncology? We combine advanced biomaterials, biological insight, and data-driven analysis to study cancer behavior in detail—enabling earlier detection and more targeted intervention. Are Actorius’ technologies research-only or clinically applicable? Our work spans both research and translational applications. Some solutions are designed for research use, while others are developed with clinical deployment in mind, subject to regulatory requirements. How can I stay updated on Actorius’ work and developments? 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Discover groundbreaking events where innovation meets action in oncology. Join us to explore the future of biotechnology events today! Events & Conferences Where Innovation Meets Action Stay updated with our latest events, scientific discussions, collaborations, and milestones that continue to shape the future of cancer research and innovation. Upcoming Events Conference Meet us at ISLB Annual Congress 2026 Madrid, Spain | November 7-9 Know More Book appointment All Events and Conferences Nov 7, 2026 ISLB Annual Congress 2026 | 7-9 November | Madrid, Spain Actorius will present seven scientific posters at ISLB 2026 in Madrid, showcasing research advancing the clinical potential of CTCs across treatment monitoring, biomarker analysis, residual disease, and metastasis research. Read More Aug 18, 2026 14 Years of Actorius: A Journey of Innovation & Impact From circulating tumor cells and liquid biopsy to better cancer diagnostics —a journey driven by innovation, persistence, and the belief that better diagnostics can change lives. Read More Apr 23, 2026 AACR 2026 Highlights | April 17-22 | San Diego, California Highlights from AACR 2026 Read More Feb 20, 2026 Meeting with our KOLs Our team meeting with oncology KOLs from the US and Europe. Read More Nov 3, 2025 ISLB 2025 | 1-3 November 2025 Actorius ISLB 2025 | 1-3 November 2025 Read More Oct 17, 2025 ESMO 2025 | 17–21 October 2025 Actorius at ESMO 2025 Read More May 9, 2025 ISMRC 2025 | 7-9 May, 2025 Actorius at ISMRC 2025 Read More First Prev 1 Page 1 Next Last

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Explore the latest resources from Actorius, a leading Oncology focused biotech company. Discover cutting-edge insights and innovations today! Resources Latest from Actorius Explore the latest updates, research perspectives, announcements, and stories shaping our work. Patents Publications Events Press Release Expert Insights Nov 7, 2026 ISLB Annual Congress 2026 | 7-9 November | Madrid, Spain Actorius will present seven scientific posters at ISLB 2026 in Madrid, showcasing research advancing the clinical potential of CTCs across treatment monitoring, biomarker analysis, residual disease, and metastasis research. Read More Sep 1, 2026 Longitudinal Assessment of Circulating Tumor Cells Expressing PD-L1 and Clusters in Esophageal Cancer Patients A longitudinal study of 110 esophageal cancer patients evaluated CTCs, PD-L1 expression, and CTC clusters, highlighting their potential as predictive biomarkers for treatment outcomes and occult minimal cellular residual disease. Read More Aug 30, 2026 Algorithm based analysis of circulating tumour cells in cancer patients A study evaluating CellMatrics, a Python-based automated image analysis algorithm for CTC detection, demonstrated rapid and robust concordance with manual CTC analysis across blood samples from 32 cancer patients. Read More Aug 30, 2026 Detection of Androgen Receptor Splice Variant 7 in Circulating Tumor Cells for Dynamic Treatment Decision in Prostate Cancer Patients This study evaluated AR-V7 in CTCs and clusters from prostate cancer patients, highlighting its potential to predict ARSI resistance and support dynamic treatment decisions. Read More Aug 30, 2026 Capture of Epithelial-Mesenchymal Transitioning Circulating Tumor Cells using Affinity Based N-Cadherin System A study demonstrating N-Cadherin affinity-based capture of EMT-associated CTCs in diverse cancers, with Vimentin-positive CTC detection in 90% of samples and N-Cadherin expression revealing heterogeneous metastatic phenotypes. Read More Aug 30, 2026 Assessment of apprehension for Minimal Cellular Residual Disease Using Circulating Tumour Cells in Pre and Post Surgery Breast Cancer Patients A prospective study evaluates RUPIKA, a structured CTC-based MRD disclosure protocol, showing significantly reduced cancer worry among breast cancer patients after surgery compared with routine result communication. Read More Aug 30, 2026 Capture of Cancerous Cells and Overall Survival in Rats using Ex-vivo Extracorporeal Device in Multiple Onco-dialysis Cycles An animal study evaluated OncoMetastat for ex-vivo cancer cell capture, safety, and survival in rats. Across multiple onco-dialysis cycles, cancer cells were captured, all test-group rats survived 14 days, and histopathology showed normal tissues. Read More Aug 30, 2026 Comparative Analysis of Circulating Tumor Cells, Clusters, and PD-L1 Expression in Paired Peripheral and Portal Venous Blood with Solid Malignancies A prospective study compares circulating tumor cells, CTC clusters, and PD-L1 expression in paired peripheral and portal venous blood, highlighting compartment-specific differences and the potential of dual-compartment liquid biopsy profiling. Read More Aug 30, 2026 Evaluation of circulating tumor cells expressing PD-L1 and CTC clusters at baseline and follow ups in triple-negative breast cancer A retrospective study of 180 TNBC blood samples evaluated CTC burden, PD-L1 expression and CTC clusters using the CDSCO-approved OncoDiscover platform, highlighting their potential for longitudinal disease monitoring and biomarker-guided management. Read More Aug 18, 2026 14 Years of Actorius: A Journey of Innovation & Impact From circulating tumor cells and liquid biopsy to better cancer diagnostics —a journey driven by innovation, persistence, and the belief that better diagnostics can change lives. Read More May 24, 2026 The Hidden Threat of a Single Cell: Dr. Jayant Khandare on How One Circulating Tumor Cell Can Restart the Cancer Journey The deadliest cancer threat may be invisible — just one surviving cell can be enough to restart the disease journey. Read More Apr 23, 2026 AACR 2026 Highlights | April 17-22 | San Diego, California Highlights from AACR 2026 Read More Mar 17, 2026 ASCO 2026 : Association of circulating tumor cells with PD-L1 expression and clusters in confirmative tumor thrombus in selective solid cancers. Study shows circulating tumor cells with PD-L1 expression in tumor thrombus patients, indicating active dissemination and potential metastatic risk. Read More Mar 17, 2026 ASCO 26: Assessment of circulating tumor cells and clusters expressing PD-L1 in urological cancers High prevalence of PD-L1–positive circulating tumor cells in urological cancers, especially prostate cancer, indicating minimal residual disease and recurrence risk. Read More Mar 17, 2026 ASCO 2026: Comparative enumeration of circulating tumor cells with PD-L1 over expression using anti EpCAM antibody to N-Cadherin in solid cancers Dual EpCAM and N-cadherin profiling improves circulating tumor cell detection, enhancing minimal residual disease surveillance and identifying metastasis-prone cells. Read More Mar 17, 2026 AACR 2026: Over expressing PD-L1 circulating tumor cells with clusters in prostate cancer patients Study shows high prevalence of PD-L1–positive circulating tumor cells in prostate cancer, highlighting their value for monitoring disease progression and immune evasion. Read More Mar 17, 2026 ASCO 2026: Continual depletion of circulating tumor cells using an automated device enriched with affinity glass bead substrates in breast and CRC patient's whole blood. Automated OncoMetastat device captures and depletes CTCs in colorectal and breast cancer, aiding detection of minimal residual disease and metastasis risk. Read More Mar 17, 2026 AACR 2026: Depletion of circulating tumor cells using an automated device using non-hemolytic affinity-based substrates Actorius Innovations presents accepted research abstracts at the AACR Annual Meeting 2026, highlighting advances in cancer diagnostics, therapeutics and liquid biopsy. Read More Mar 17, 2026 Actorius Innovations pioneers' oncology care with its OncoDiscover and OncoMetastat solutions Dr. Jayant Khandare Leads Actorius with Pathbreaking Innovations in Cancer Detection and Metastasis Control Read More Mar 14, 2026 Dr. Jayant Khandare Leads Actorius with Pathbreaking Innovations in Cancer Detection and Metastasis Control Actorius Innovations and Research Pvt Ltd, a pioneering Indo-US biotechnology company revolutionizing oncology through advanced circulating tumor cell (CTC) technologies, continues to make significant strides under the visionary leadership of Dr. Jayant Khandare, Founder, Managing Director, and Chief Scientific Officer. Read More Mar 7, 2026 AACR 2020: Clinical correlation of circulating tumor cells as a blood marker in Indian head and neck cancer patients. A study of 350 Indian HNC patients confirms CTCs correlate with nodal stage and aggressive features, validating their use as a clinical staging marker. Read More Feb 20, 2026 Meeting with our KOLs Our team meeting with oncology KOLs from the US and Europe. Read More Feb 5, 2026 Actorius and ACTREC Partner to Advance Clinical Cancer Research. A collaborative research initiative to study the practical utility of Circulating Tumor Cells and their capture and depletion from patient's blood as possible aid to adjunct therapeutics. Read More Jan 27, 2026 Manuscript: Real-Time Therapy Response Monitoring Using Surface Biomarkers on Circulating Tumor Cells Circulating tumor cells (CTCs), cancer cells shed from primary tumors into the bloodstream, are emerging as dynamic, non-invasive biomarkers for real-time cancer monitoring, especially when tissue biopsies are inaccessible or inadequate... Read More Nov 3, 2025 PD-L1 over-expression on Circulating Tumor Cells in Endometrial Cancer Patients Khandare J, Ghadyalpatil N, Raja T, Velukuru S, Jadhav V, Satape R, Shinde S, Ashturkar A, Dattatreya P, Vasudevan A Actorius Innovations And Research, Pune, Maharashtra, India; Apollo Cancer Institute, Hyderabad, Telangana, India; Apollo Cancer Centre, Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India; Aster CMI Hospital, Bangaluru, Karnataka, India; Renova Soumya Cancer Center, Hyderabad, Telangana, India. Read More Nov 3, 2025 Assessment of PD-L1 Expression on Circulating Tumor Cells and Clusters in Gastric Cancer Patients Circulating tumor cells with PD-L1 expression and clusters are common in gastric cancer, indicating minimal residual disease and recurrence risk. Read More Nov 3, 2025 Automated Continual Flow Device to Deplete Circulating Tumor Cells using Spiral Cartridge Mediated by Antibody and Transferrin Glass Substrate Automated OncoMetastat device captures and depletes circulating tumor cells from whole blood safely, supporting extracorporeal cancer therapy and monitoring. Read More Nov 3, 2025 Association of Circulating Tumor Cell Dynamics with Patient-Reported Cancer Worry in Post-Surgical Breast Cancer Patients Circulating tumor cell monitoring before and after breast cancer surgery reveals minimal residual disease and correlates with post-surgical cancer worry. Read More Nov 3, 2025 ISLB 2025 | 1-3 November 2025 Actorius ISLB 2025 | 1-3 November 2025 Read More Oct 20, 2025 Non-hemolytic compositions and methods of use for recovering disease-causing toxic constituents in the blood A non-hemolytic adsorbent composition designed to isolate, quantify, and remove disease-causing toxic constituents from blood, supporting disease identification, monitoring, and therapeutic efficacy validation. Read More First Prev 1 Page 1 Next Last

Combined ctDNA and PD-L1 CTC testing improves lung cancer monitoring and response. Publications | June 3, 2025 Quadrant of co-occurrence of circulating tumor DNA and PD-L1 expression on circulating tumor cells in monitoring disease aggressiveness and metastasis in lung cancer. Combined ctDNA and PD-L1–positive CTC analysis improves monitoring of metastasis, minimal residual disease, and treatment response in lung cancer. Background Liquid biopsies analyzing circulating tumor DNA (ctDNA) and circulating tumor cells (CTCs) enable minimally invasive monitoring and testing of lung cancer across different stages. Approximately 90% of patients succumb due to metastasis. However, identifying patients with early metastatic signatures remains extremely challenging. In addition, monitoring minimal residual disease (MRD) and identifying patients at risk of recurrence is highly important. While the prognostic role of CTCs in predicting survival has been established in several cancers, the combined role of CTCs and ctDNA in monitoring disease aggressiveness, treatment response, and therapeutic decision-making has not been extensively explored. In this study, we investigated the combined roles of ctDNA and CTCs in monitoring disease aggressiveness and metastasis in lung cancer patients. Methods A cohort of 265 late-stage lung cancer patients was retrospectively analyzed for the co-occurrence of the dual biomarkers ctDNA and CTCs. The results were correlated in a quadrant-based model to assess clinical disease states derived from PET scans and histopathological examination (HPE) findings. Next-generation sequencing (NGS) was performed using the OncoMonitor dual biomarker assay, which includes CTC enumeration with PD-L1 expression analysis. CTC counts were determined using the OncoDiscover Liquid Biopsy Test, approved by CDSCO-India, from 1.5 mL of blood. Results CTC distribution ranged from 1 to 8 cells, with a mean value of 1.22. Among the patients, 75.47% (n = 200) were CTC-positive, and among these, 91.50% (n = 183) exhibited PD-L1 expression on their CTCs, with a mean PD-L1–positive CTC value of 0.99. Both biomarkers were positive (ctDNA⁺/CTC⁺) in 135 patients (50.94%). Only 19 patients (7.17%) were negative for both biomarkers (ctDNA⁻/CTC⁻). Additionally, 43 patients (16.23%) were ctDNA⁺/CTC⁻, while 68 patients (25.66%) were ctDNA⁻/CTC⁺. The ctDNA⁺/CTC⁻ cohort exhibited the highest metastatic rate at 62.8%, followed by the ctDNA⁺/CTC⁺ group at 57.0%. The ctDNA-positive cohort showed the highest proportion of progressive disease (20.2% and 18.6% in CTC⁺ and CTC⁻ subgroups, respectively). Mutations in EGFR, TP53, and KRAS were observed in 62.64% (166/265) of patients. Stable disease was observed in 29.4% of patients when both biomarkers were absent (ctDNA⁻/CTC⁻). Conclusions Overall, the ctDNA-positive cohort demonstrated higher rates of MRD, disease progression, and metastasis, with no cases of stable disease. The combined quadrant analysis of CTC-PD-L1 cells and ctDNA provides a non-invasive approach for monitoring disease progression, treatment response, complete remission, and early metastatic detection in lung cancer patients. View Publication Stay One Step Ahead of Cancer. Get the latest news and innovations from Actorius delivered straight to your inbox. Subscribe for regular updates Email* Yes, subscribe me for regular updates. * Subscribe

Actorius ISLB 2025 | 1-3 November 2025 Events | November 3, 2025 ISLB 2025 | 1-3 November 2025 Actorius ISLB 2025 | 1-3 November 2025 Some glimpses from ISLB 2025 Know more Stay One Step Ahead of Cancer. Get the latest news and innovations from Actorius delivered straight to your inbox. Subscribe for regular updates Email* Yes, subscribe me for regular updates. * Subscribe

OncoDiscover enables early cancer spread detection and faster diagnosis. | ET Health Press Release | August 24, 2019 Pune scientists discover tech, first in India, to detect early spread of cancer. The new "OncoDiscover" technology discovered by a team led by Dr Jayant Khandare not only detects the early spread of cancer but doctors say it can also speed up the cancer detection process… A team of Pune scientists have discovered a technology that can detect within mere hours, the spread of cancer and claim that the new finding reduces considerably the time taken for detecting the disease. The new "OncoDiscover" technology discovered by a team led by Dr Jayant Khandare not only detects the early spread of cancer but doctors say it can also speed up the cancer detection process. Presently, in India, the final diagnosis report to detect the spread of cancer takes about 12 days whereas, with OncoDiscover technology, doctors can detect it in a mere 3.5 hours. Dr Khandare told ANI, "We felt the need for this technology because global cancer is spreading. 90 per cent of the people get to know they have cancer when it is at the second stage but through this technology, we can try saving that 90 per cent. This technology is needed to detect cancer at an early stage." Read the Full Story on The Economic Times - https://health.economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/diagnostics/pune-scientists-develop-tech-to-detect-early-spread-of-cancer/70739264 Business Standards - https://www.business-standard.com/article/news-ani/pune-scientists-discover-tech-first-in-india-to-detect-early-spread-of-cancer-119082400816_1.html View full article Stay One Step Ahead of Cancer. Get the latest news and innovations from Actorius delivered straight to your inbox. Subscribe for regular updates Email* Yes, subscribe me for regular updates. * Subscribe

Automated OncoMetastat device enables CTC removal to support cancer therapy outcomes. Publications | November 3, 2025 Automated Continual Flow Device to Deplete Circulating Tumor Cells using Spiral Cartridge Mediated by Antibody and Transferrin Glass Substrate Automated OncoMetastat device captures and depletes circulating tumor cells from whole blood safely, supporting extracorporeal cancer therapy and monitoring. Introduction Despite no radiological evidence of minimal residual disease, up to 25–50% of colorectal cancer (CRC) stage II–III and breast cancer cases experience relapse. Identifying patients at risk of recurrence remains challenging, as approximately 90% of cancer-related deaths are associated with metastasis. The role of circulating tumor cells (CTCs) in extravasation and seeding of distant organs is well established; however, their extracorporeal isolation has not been widely demonstrated in routine practice. Current ex vivo CTC isolation systems often require complex setups and extensive manual handling. In this study, we present an automated device designed to capture and remove CTCs from whole blood using biocompatible cartridges mediated by antibody- and transferrin-conjugated glass bead substrates. Methods We developed the OncoMetastat touchscreen-based operational control device, integrating six roller peristaltic pumps and a cartridge containing 680 targeting 2 mm glass beads functionalized with anti-epithelial cell adhesion molecule (EpCAM) antibodies and transferrin protein. The device housing (365 × 200 × 30 mm) contains a bi-spiral channel (95 × 95 × 10 mm) with 680 beads and eight cross-section channels (3.50 × 3.55 mm). A 3D-printed spring-loaded quick-release mechanism ensures secure tube attachment and rapid cartridge exchange. Flow performance, hemolysis, protein adsorption, and leukocyte interaction were evaluated using blood samples from healthy individuals and cancer patients across multiple cancer types, including breast, CRC, lung, and head and neck cancers. Pyrogenicity was assessed in rabbits according to ISO 10993-11 guidelines. Results The device maintained stable blood circulation at 0.5 mL/min for 5–10 mL whole blood samples using a dual snap-fit holder with a 2° angled offset. The peristaltic pump ensured consistent flow without compromising sample integrity. The bead-filled spiral channel effectively retained CTCs, while the integrated design reduced manual handling and improved reproducibility. Low hemolysis (1%), along with reduced serum protein and leukocyte interactions, was observed in both healthy and cancer patient samples. Selective CTC capture was demonstrated in 24 clinical samples across cancer types. All materials passed pyrogenicity testing, with no temperature elevation observed in accordance with guidelines. Conclusions The OncoMetastat device successfully depleted CTCs from cancer patient whole blood without adversely affecting blood components. The automated system provides stable blood flow and demonstrates proof of performance for extracorporeal CTC removal, with potential to enhance cancer therapy outcomes. View Publication Stay One Step Ahead of Cancer. Get the latest news and innovations from Actorius delivered straight to your inbox. Subscribe for regular updates Email* Yes, subscribe me for regular updates. * Subscribe

Bioinspired Materials for Wearable Devices and Point-of-Care Testing of Cancer Publications | April 27, 2022 Manuscript: Bioinspired Materials for Wearable Devices and Point-of-Care Testing of Cancer Raj Shankar Hazra, Md Rakib Hasan Khan, Narendra Kale, Tabassum Tanha, Jayant Khandare, Sabha Ganai, and Mohiuddin Quadir* Wearable, point-of-care diagnostics, and biosensors are on the verge of bringing transformative changes in detection, management, and treatment of cancer. Bioinspired materials with new forms and functions have frequently been used, in both translational and commercial spaces, to fabricate such diagnostic platforms. Engineered from organic or inorganic molecules, bioinspired systems are naturally equipped with biorecognition and stimuli-sensitive properties. Mechanisms of action of bioinspired materials are deeply connected with thermodynamically or kinetically controlled self-assembly at the molecular and supramolecular levels. Thus, integration ofbioinspired materials into wearable devices, either as triggers or sensors, brings about unique device properties usable for detection, capture, or rapid readout for an analyte of interest. In this review, we present the basic principles and mechanisms of action of diagnostic devices engineered from bioinspired materials, describe current advances, and discuss future trends of the field, particularly in the context of cancer. View Manuscript Stay One Step Ahead of Cancer. Get the latest news and innovations from Actorius delivered straight to your inbox. Subscribe for regular updates Email* Yes, subscribe me for regular updates. * Subscribe

Actorius Innovations at ASCO Annual Meeting 2026 Publications | March 17, 2026 ASCO 2026: Continual depletion of circulating tumor cells using an automated device enriched with affinity glass bead substrates in breast and CRC patient's whole blood. Automated OncoMetastat device captures and depletes CTCs in colorectal and breast cancer, aiding detection of minimal residual disease and metastasis risk. Abstract Background Despite no radiological or pathological evidence of disease, about 25–50% of stage II–III colorectal cancer (CRC) and early-stage breast cancer (BC) patients are known to experience recurrence. The presence of circulating tumor cells (CTCs) with epithelial–mesenchymal transition (EMT) traits represents aggressive systemic disease. Through autonomous oncogenic activation, epithelial cells acquire invasive properties that enable metastasis. A high EMT score combined with immune checkpoint expression, such as PD-L1, may allow tumor cells to evade immune surveillance. Following curative-intent surgery and therapy, CTCs represent minimal cellular residual disease (MCRD) and serve as strong predictors of recurrence. In this study, we present an automated extracorporeal device designed to capture, analyze, and deplete CTCs for further clinical evaluation. Methods We retrospectively analyzed 66 patients, including stage II–III CRC patients (n = 41) and breast cancer patients (n = 25). Whole blood samples were processed to deplete CTCs using the OncoMetastat device. Among the CRC patients, 12 were female and 29 were male. The average age of BC and CRC patients was 53.6 and 58 years, respectively. The device consists of a spiral channel (127 × 85 × 5 mm; spiral span: 66 mm; width: 4 mm) 3D-printed using biocompatible resin and filled with anti-EpCAM antibody–conjugated glass beads (GB). The system includes a controller and a peristaltic pump that circulates blood in and out of the spiral channels. Vibrational energy induces motion in the glass beads to enhance cell capture. Hemolysis, protein binding, leukocyte adsorption, and CTC capture efficiency were evaluated. CTC capture efficiency was compared with the CDSCO-approved OncoDiscover CTC technology in India. Blood samples were pumped into the device and incubated with affinity-enriched glass beads for 30 minutes under constant vibration (200 Hz) to enhance CTC capture and prevent blood stagnation. CTCs were confirmed using CK18⁺, DAPI⁺, and CD45⁻ markers and analyzed using an automated fluorescence microscope. Results A total of 48 CTCs were detected in 58% (38/66) of patients. CTC positivity was slightly higher in breast cancer patients (60.0%) compared with CRC patients (56.1%). The mean CTC distribution was 0.73 overall, with CRC and BC both showing mean values of 0.73 and 0.72, respectively. The negative predictive value (NPV) was determined to be 0.86 (86%). Automated scanning demonstrated 100% efficiency in detecting CTCs. Low leukocyte adhesion was observed with anti-EpCAM–coated glass beads. White blood cell (WBC) counts varied by cancer type, with mean counts of 4.9 × 10⁶/mL for breast cancer and 3.9 × 10⁶/mL for colorectal cancer, both lower than healthy controls (6.9 × 10⁶/mL). Clinically insignificant hemolysis (<1%) and minimal protein binding (~1.5%) were observed in the spiral channel. Glass beads subjected to vibrational energy demonstrated enhanced CTC sequestration, achieving over 90% cell capture efficiency compared with vibration-free conditions. Conclusions This study demonstrates efficient CTC depletion in 66 CRC and breast cancer patients using an automated extracorporeal device. Early-stage CRC and BC patients with detectable CTCs may have a higher risk of developing distant metastasis. Therefore, following complete remission, the use of an extracorporeal device to deplete CTCs could potentially reduce the risk of metastatic progression. View Publication Stay One Step Ahead of Cancer. Get the latest news and innovations from Actorius delivered straight to your inbox. Subscribe for regular updates Email* Yes, subscribe me for regular updates. * Subscribe