DNA strands often “wiggle” as part of genetic repair

Monday, November 9, 2015 - 04:36 in Biology & Nature

New research indicates that every time a double-stranded break occurs in DNA strands, the damaged ends move about during repair. Scientists believe a better understanding of this mysterious mechanism could improve the use of cancer treatments, some of which manipulate DNA repair in malignant cells. More »

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