Childhood Cancer Cells Shape-Shift to Spread without Genetic Mutations

Childhood cancer cells shape-shift to spread without genetic mutations

Researchers at the University of East Anglia (UK) have proposed an explanation for why some childhood tumors spread aggressively around the body despite having relatively few genetic faults.

How childhood cancers 'shape-shift' to spread inside the body

New research shows that childhood cancers may not always need mutations to spread. Instead, the cancer cells may be able to "shape-shift" to survive treatment and spread to other organs.

University of East Anglia researchers explore how reversible cell states could drive childhood cancer spread

Review of five childhood tumour types proposes developmental plasticity as a possible explanation for metastasis without additional mutations IN BRIEFKEY TAKEAWAYSFAQs Researchers at the University of East Anglia propose that some childhood cancers may spread through reversible changes in cellular … Read the full press release →

Childhood Cancers May Not Always Need Extra Mutations to Spread, Study Suggests

Childhood cancers may not always need extra mutations to spread, a new review study indicates. Instead, developmental plasticity may let tumor cells shape-shift into states that help them grow, resist treatment, and ultimately metastasize. The post Childhood Cancers May Not Always Need Extra Mutations to Spread, Study Suggests appeared first on GEN - Genetic Engineering and Biotechnology News.