Identification of genes responsible for sex-related differences in cancer aggressiveness

An understanding of the molecular basis of differences in the incidence and survival of cancer between men and women may allow the discovery of specific and more effective treatments. The study compares the brain tumours of male and female flies at the molecular level and identifies proteins responsible for the different degree of aggressiveness.

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