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Suspect protein promotes DNA repair, prevents cancer
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Posted on
Jul 22 2008 4:00 AM
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adeal
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A chromosomal protein that binds to damaged DNA and speeds up its repair becomes instrumental in preventing cancer, according to Texas University researchers.
Identification and repair of DNA damage is the primary defence against birth and reproduction of mutant cancer causing cells. The protein, HMGB1, was previously suspected of blocking DNA repair, said Karen Vasquez.
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