Study finds common genetic target may halt breast cancer cell growth

Published Date: 16 May 2025

Researchers from USask have identified a potential target for eliminating breast cancer cells. The team was led by Dr. Franco Vizeacoumar (Ph.D.) and Dr. Andrew Freywald (Ph.D.) with USask and the Saskatchewan Cancer Agency.

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