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Study outlines targeted treatment option for aggressive breast cancer
New findings put forth by the University of Maryland Fischell Department of Bioengineering (BIOE) and…
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Cancer genes’ age and function strongly influence their mutational status
Researchers have provided new insight on why some genes that formed during the evolution of…
Breast cancer study confirms importance of multigenerational family data to assess risk
A team of researchers led by Columbia University Mailman School of Public Health Professor Mary…
Elephant genes suppress tumours. Could studying this help us prevent cancer?
The genetics and ageing rate of elephants could hold clues to helping us find better…
New study shows cost effectiveness of early cancer surveillance
New research published in the journal Pediatric Blood and Cancer shows how early cancer screening and surveillance…
Mapping oesophageal cancer genes leads to new drug targets
Mutations that cause oesophageal adenocarcinoma (OAC) have been mapped in unprecedented detail – unveiling that…
Genetic and metabolic differences may help explain inconsistencies in studies on diet and breast cancer
While research suggests that increasing dietary intake of lignans (nutrients found in whole grains, vegetables,…
Scientists discover potential to prevent cancer in children with neuroblastoma
A team including UNSW Sydney researchers has discovered the link between a cancer-causing gene and a…
Researchers discover method to ‘turn off’ mutated melanoma
Melanoma is the deadliest form of skin cancer and notorious for its resistance to conventional…
Protein widely known to fight tumours also boosts cancer growth
Search for a description of “p53” and it becomes clear that this human protein is…