Unravelling the mystery of DNA attacks in cells' powerhouse could pave way for new cancer treatments
Saturday, April 29, 2017 - 08:01
in Health & Medicine
A five-year study has found the mechanism responsible for repairing damage to mitochondrial DNA. This discovery could pave the way for new treatments for cancer and neurodegenerative diseases, say the researchers. This research may also have important implications for clinical advances in so called ‘three-parent baby’ mitochondrial donation.