Mesothelioma News, Research & Clinical Trials New Clinical Trial Tests Drug to Control Mesothelioma Cancer Stem Cells By TimPovtak October 23, 2013 October 23, 2013 Mesothelioma News The international clinical trial, which is expected to involve 350-400 patients across 11 countries, will study the cancer stem cell inhibitor defactinib. Department of Energy Fined $115K By EPA for Asbestos Removal Violations at Decommissioned Hanford Nuclear Reservation Strategy to expand patient participation in hard-to-enroll clinical trials