Articles tagged with Cancer Genetics
A large population-based study in Nordic countries found no increased cancer risk for siblings of children with common non-inheritable cancers. Siblings younger than 10 years were at higher risk, but this decreased with age. The study suggests that childhood cancer is not a predictor of increased cancer risk in siblings.
UCLA researchers have discovered a unique gene modification that may be the cause of certain types of lymphoma. The discovery, which involves DNA methylation, could lead to new treatments for these types of cancer.
The grant aims to continue research into breast, prostate, and colorectal cancer's genetic basis using the Hawaii/Los Angeles Multiethnic Cohort Study. The expanded funding will enable the collection of blood samples from over 215,000 participants, providing insights into cancer risks and susceptibilities.
Researchers have isolated a new version of a herpesvirus that kills cancer cells but spares normal tissue, dramatically reducing prostate cancer tumors in mice. The new virus contains an extra genetic mutation that enables more robust reproduction and prevents the cell from mounting a response to stop viral replication.
A new study confirms previous findings that hair color, number of moles on the legs, and history of sunburn are risk factors for malignant melanoma. The study also found that use of sunbeds and other tanning devices is associated with an increased risk of the disease.
Researchers discovered a new enzyme that moves along DNA, separating its sides, and has a unique gait dubbed the 'quantum inchworm'. This finding may aid in building nanomachines for gene delivery and cancer treatment.
The website provides a comprehensive educational program on genetics, genetic testing, diagnosis, counseling, and cancer risk assessment. It features three levels of education for different audiences and includes case scenarios, problem sets, and moderated discussion groups.