DNA repair

Genetic Mechanisms of Immune Evasion in Cancer Cells Revealed

Recent research published in Nature Genetics delves into the genetic mechanisms driving immune evasion in cancer cells, particularly focusing on repetitive homopolymer sequences in mismatch repair (MMR) genes. The study highlights how somatic mutations in MMR-deficient cancers contribute to tumor immunogenicity and the role of genetic ON/OFF switches in cancer evolution. By elucidating these processes, researchers aim to develop targeted therapies to enhance the immune response against cancer cells.

Tokyo Researchers Make Groundbreaking Discovery in DNA Repair

Researchers from Tokyo Metropolitan University have made a groundbreaking discovery in the field of DNA repair, shedding light on the role of the RecA protein in homologous recombination. This process is crucial for repairing breaks in double-stranded DNA, and the…

Revolutionary Software TARDIS Promises to Transform Monitoring of Bacterial Cell Activity

Researchers at Wageningen University have developed groundbreaking software that promises to revolutionize the monitoring of bacterial cell activity. The software, named TARDIS, has the potential to significantly enhance the study of DNA proteins and advance the development of antibiotics. TARDIS,…