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BrieftaxSep 7, 2026

The secret life of a cell-cycle gatekeeper of breast cancer

A newly discovered function for the protein Rb explains why inhibiting cell division can enhance the signalling mediated by the oestrogen receptor that drives breast cancer. A fuller picture of the actions of proteins that regulate cell division could help researchers to develop treatments for certain tumour types [1].

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  1. nature.com · The secret life of a cell-cycle gatekeeper of breast cancer Sep 7, 2026

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