A team has unearthed new findings about what happens during the minutes and hours after a cell divides, expanding our understanding of human biology -- and potentially leading to better medicines.
In a study that appears in the journal Cell, scientists from San Francisco-based Gladstone Institutes—including co-first author Megan Ostrowski (left) and senior author Vijay Ramani, ...
Scientists at the Wellcome Sanger Institute uncovered DNA damage that can persist for years, evading repair mechanisms and increasing mutation risks. This phenomenon provides new insights into cancer ...
T cells play a pivotal role in the immune system by transforming into powerful effector cells that combat pathogens. This transformation requires rapid proliferation, during which DNA replication ...
Alcohol consumption can elevate cancer risk through mechanisms such as DNA damage, hormonal changes, and oxidative stress, with risks increasing alongside consumption levels.