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Cancer Biology Basics

Cancer Biology Basics

Fundamental mechanisms of cancer development and progression. Click a card to explore each topic.

Created: December 15, 2025

Oncogenes

Genes promoting uncontrolled cell growth and division.

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Tumour Suppressors

Genes preventing uncontrolled cell proliferation.

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DNA Repair Defects

Failures in DNA maintenance leading to cancer.

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