WHAT IS THE IMPORTANCE OF MOLECULAR ONCOLOGY?

 


Molecular oncology has recognized genes that are involved in the growth of cancer. The investigation combined different methods going from genomics, computational biology, tumor imaging, in vitro and in vivo functional models to study biological and clinical phenotypes. The proteins formed by these genes may serve as marks for novel chemotherapy drugs and other cancer treatments, or imaging scans.

Scientists use a variety of methods to validate the role of the novel candidate genes in the growth of cancer. The ultimate aim is to translate these results into better treatment options for cancer patients. There are numerous different genes being investigated for possible cancer therapies. Between the most studied are the p53 gene and the PTEN gene. These genes are the main regulators of the cell cycle and other pathways involved in cellular and genomic integrity. 

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