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Scientists discover how to switch cancer 'protector' gene on
(PhysOrg.com) -- A new UCL study has revealed that a gene that normally protects against ovarian cancer is switched off in two-thirds of cases and switching it back on arrests tumour growth.
Jul 05, 2010 |
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Beyond associations: Colorectal cancer culprit found
Genetics plays a key role in determining risk for colorectal cancer, the second leading cause of cancer-related deaths in the United States. Several common genetic markers have been found to be associated with the disease, ...
Apr 23, 2009 |
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New animal model for hemophilia A developed
(PhysOrg.com) -- Researchers at Yale School of Medicine have developed a new animal model for studying hemophilia A, with the goal of eventually treating people with the disorder. Hemophilia A, a hereditary defect that prevents ...
Medicine & Health / Diseases, Conditions, Syndromes
Sep 03, 2010 |
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