Ancient viruses in the body help cancer cells to grow

Ancient viruses in the body help cancer cells to grow

A study in Science Advances has shown that ancient viral DNA fragments can promote cancer cell growth. The LTR10 gene, from a retrovirus embedded in human DNA 30 million years ago, is active in multiple cancers. Silencing these sequences might offer new avenues for cancer therapy. A study in Science Advances has shown that ancient viral DNA fragments can promote cancer cell growth. The LTR10 gene, from a retrovirus embedded in human DNA 30 million years ago, is active in multiple cancers. Silencing these sequences might offer new avenues for cancer therapy.  Health and Fitness, Health Tips, Exercises & Workout Tips, Diet & Wellness | Times of India Lifestyle

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