Cancer-Proof Naked Mole Rat Could Provide Clues on Preventing Tumors

Science, and sugar

Reason Staff | 6.20.2013 7:56 AM

A rodent that never gets cancer could hold the key to preventing or treating malignant tumours, say scientists.

Lab studies show the skin cells of the naked mole-rat are high in a natural sugary substance that stops tumours developing.

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Cancer-Proof Naked Mole Rat Could Provide Clues on Preventing Tumors

Science, and sugar

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