Guest guest Posted January 30, 2008 Report Share Posted January 30, 2008 From Science Daily: Genetic Alteration That Triggers Prostate Cancer In Mice And Man Confirmed (January 29, 2008) -- Scientists have confirmed that a molecular change found in human prostate cancers triggers the growth of prostate cancer in mice and in human cell lines. A significant proportion of human prostate cancers carry a chromosomal rearrangement that results in the overexpression of the ETS transcription factor ERG, a protein that controls gene expression. Until now, the functional significance of this event has been poorly understood. ... > full story http://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2008/01/080129080715.htm Aubrey Start the year off right. Easy ways to stay in shape in the new year. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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