Chromosomal 'breakpoints' linked to canine cancer

Thursday, November 3, 2011 - 17:30 in Biology & Nature

North Carolina State University researchers have uncovered evidence that evolutionary "breakpoints" on canine chromosomes are also associated with canine cancer. Mapping these "fragile" regions in dogs may also have implications for the discovery and treatment of human cancers.

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