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Loss of one copy of the DNA Ligase I (LIG1) gene in triple-negative breast cancers (TNBC) with TP53 mutations confers resistance to chemotherapy.

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Baylor College of Medicine

Who
researchers at Baylor College of Medicine and collaborating institutions
What
Loss of one copy of the DNA Ligase I (LIG1) gene in triple-negative breast cancers (TNBC) with TP53 mutations confers resistance to chemotherapy.
When
Fri, 17 Jul 2026 02:56:00 GMT · 1h 36m ago
Where
Baylor College of Medicine ·
Why
Researchers identified a vulnerability in these cells that can be used to their advantage.
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This discovery reveals a new treatment strategy for aggressive breast cancers that are resistant to chemotherapy.

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