Sunday, February 10, 2013

Scientists Discover Molecule That Prevents Cancer

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Here's a tiny development in cancer prevention with big potential. Researchers have identified a molecule that causes the immune system to prevent the formation and spread of tumors.

This molecule, called TIC10, triggers a cancer-killing protein researchers refer to as TRAIL, an acronym for Tumor necrosis factor Related Apoptosis Inducing Ligand.

Check out the video above for more about TRAIL.

[via Nature]

Image via iStockphoto, haydenbird

Topics: BC Video Lead, cancer, health, Health & Fitness, Lifestyle, Science

Source: http://mashable.com/2013/02/08/trail-cancer-prevention/

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