'Basal-like' breast cancer does not originate from basal stem cells

New research uncovers a case of mistaken identity that may have a significant impact on future breast cancer prevention and treatment strategies. The study, published by Cell Press in the September 3rd issue of the journal Cell Stem Cell, suggests that despite their 'stem cell-like' characteristics, most aggressive breast tumours are not derived from normal mammary gland stem cells...

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