Jumping ‘DNA parasites’ linked to early stages of tumor formation

A study published in the journal Science reveals how jumping fragments of human DNA, a type of genetic parasite, destabilize the cancer genome. Unstable genomes are a fertile playground for cancer evolution, giving malignant cells more opportunities to grow, adapt, and evade treatment.

This article was originally published on MedicalXpress.com

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