Tuesday, May 28, 2019

Structure of a 'master switch' controlling cell division

Unregulated cell division is a hallmark of cancer, and one of the key proteins involved in controlling cell division is called FoxM1. Abnormal activation of FoxM1 is a common feature of cancer cells and is correlated with poor prognosis, metastasis, and resistance to chemotherapy. Now researchers have determined the structure of this protein -- a kind of 'master switch' for cell division -- in its inactive or 'off' conformation.

from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily http://bit.ly/2W9th12

No comments:

Post a Comment

Ebola and hantavirus can start like the flu but turn deadly fast

Two dangerous viruses are back in the spotlight, reminding health officials how quickly infectious diseases can become serious threats. Hant...