Researchers have discovered that the p53 gene plays a crucial role in preventing the progression of ulcerative colitis to cancer. The p53 gene helps regulate cell cycle and DNA repair mechanisms, but when mutated, it leads to cell proliferation and regeneration, which is a key factor in the development of colon cancer. The study suggests that targeting the p53 gene …
Sign up for our free Health Check email to receive exclusive analysis on the week in health Get our free Health Check email Get our free Health Check email SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. They found BRD8 cripples another protein called P53 - a staple in the body’s natural …
Sipping green tea could be quite beneficial as researchers have found that a compound in the popular beverage may increase levels of a natural anti-cancer protein, known for its ability to repair DNA damage or destroy cancerous cells, says a new study. The study of the direct interaction between the anti-cancer protein p53 and the green tea compound, epigallocatechin gallate, …