Scientists have discovered that a gene normally considered a DNA-protecting "good guy" can become dangerous when cells make too much of it. The gene, EXO1, acts like molecular scissors that help repair DNA, but when overproduced it starts cutting DNA it shouldn't, creating damage linked to cancer.
← Back to news
science
This DNA repair gene went rogue and exposed a cancer weakness
Log in to like articles and leave feedback.
Log in with Telegram →