Genetic ‘handbrake’ could be key to stopping prostate cancer growth [Video]

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A genetic “handbrake” that stops cells growing out of control could be the key to unlocking new treatments for prostate cancer, scientists say. The disease can trick cells into ignoring crucial instructions that normally prevent abnormal growth.

Prostate Cancer UK is investing £271,000 into research that will investigate ways to put the brakes back on.

Study leader Dr Corinne Woodcock, of the University of Nottingham, said: “My work is looking at how to reactivate these handbrakes, known as tumour suppressors, with the aim to slow or stop the spread of prostate cancer.

“We are investigating the mechanism behind a drug that is currently being trialled in patients with other cancer types. If we can show its potential effectiveness in treating prostate cancer in the lab, then we could move from research into clinical trials sooner than usual.”

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