New studies clarify which genes may raise breast cancer risk
Two large studies give a much sharper picture of which inherited mutations raise the risk…
Browsing: breast cancer genes
Gene-editing technique CRISPR identifies dangerous breast cancer mutations
Jay Shendure, University of Washington; Greg Findlay, University of Washington, and Lea Starita, University of…
Paper identifies genes associated with risk for aggressive breast cancer
A new study published in the Journal of the National Cancer Institute has identified specific genes associated…
Major study uncovers new breast cancer genes and opens the door for more discoveries
An international team of researchers has used a new scientific method to discover at least…
Scientists find treasure trove of 110 genes linked to breast cancer
Scientists have linked 110 genes to an increased risk of breast cancer in the most…
‘Missing DNA’ could hold clue to why some get breast cancer young
A University of Otago, Christchurch, discovery of missing DNA in women who develop breast cancer…
Biomarker identified for likely aggressive, early stage breast cancer
The one-size-fits-all approach to early stage breast cancer creates a paradox: Millions of dollars are…
Big data brings breast cancer research forwards by ‘decades’
Scientists have created a ‘map’ linking the shape of breast cancer cells to genes turned…
World-first study confirms rare genetic mutations cause high breast cancer risk
A massive global study led by researchers at the University of Melbourne and Cancer Council…