Oncogene news from around the world
New biomarker links cancer progression to genome instability
Our DNA is under constant attack. The delicate molecule that contains our genetic information is…
Browsing: Genetics
Genetics may influence the effects of vitamin E on cancer risk
Almost half of all Americans take a vitamin supplement, and yet many large-scale, placebo-controlled clinical…
Scientists report CRISPR gene editing system restores effectiveness of lung cancer treatment
The CRISPR-Cas9 gene editing system may be able to restore the effectiveness of first-line chemotherapies…
Researchers develop personalised medicine tool for inherited colorectal cancer syndrome
An international team of researchers led by Huntsman Cancer Institute (HCI) at the University of…
ASH 2018: Rapid genetic screening shows feasibility of precision medicine for acute myeloid leukaemia
A new study presented at ASH 2018 in San Diego demonstrates it is feasible – and helpful…
The DNA detectives hunting the causes of cancer
By Kat ArneyCancer rates vary wildly across the world, and we don’t know why. To solve…
Fighting cancer one cell at a time
A team of scientists from Agency for Science, Technology and Research’s (A*STAR) Genome Institute of…
The Briefing: Hunting for DNA mutations left by the causes of cancer
This reading list accompanies our story on identifying causes of cancer by how they damage…
Gene test predicts likelihood of cancer relapse
A new test could improve care for patient with stomach or oesophageal cancer by predicting…
Study identifies a genetic driver of deadly prostate cancer
A new study has identified a novel molecular driver of lethal prostate cancer, along with…