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Science news — October 23, 2026

Science publications published on October 23, 2026 (UTC). This is a fixed calendar-day archive.

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    mRNA Vaccine Reduces Melanoma Death or Recurrence Risk by 42%

    A collaborative effort by Moderna and Merck has resulted in a breakthrough mRNA vaccine that, when combined with immunotherapy, reduces the risk of death or recurrence of melanoma by 42%. The vaccine, tested on over 1,100 patients, is a personalized treatment targeting unique mutations in each patient's tumor. The results, presented at the European Society of Medical Oncology conference, mark a significant advancement in melanoma treatment.
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    Microsoft's AI Outperforms Doctors in Complex Diagnoses

    Microsoft has developed an AI tool that mimics doctors' step-by-step diagnostic approach, achieving twice the accuracy of general practitioners in complex cases, according to a study published in Science. The AI system, called 'diagnosis orchestration', first determines relevant patient questions, then decides which tests to conduct, and updates its hypotheses based on new information. It outperformed doctors in tests using unusual medical cases and hospital admission data, and also reduced diagnostic costs.
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