LUMC researchers have made a surprising discovery that changes our understanding of how cells work. They show that reading genes and copying DNA can happen at the same time on the same piece of DNA thanks to the protein CFAP20. This protein keeps both processes on track. Without CFAP20 chaos arises: the DNA becomes damaged or sloppy copies are made, which in turn can lead to cancer. The study results have been published in the prestigious journal Nature.
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Leiden University Medical Center (LUMC) has several specialized centers. Here the knowledge and expertise of multiple departments come together for the best possible care. Information in Dutch.
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Read more (in Dutch)Regenerative medicine
Regenerative medicine refers to innovative treatments aimed at function repair in damaged cells, tissues and organs.
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