Cell Biology of Genome Maintenance
Chromosome translocations play key roles in the initiation of tumorigenesis, yet how translocations form is only poorly understood. The goal of our research is…
Young blood – the way to eternal youth?
In many legends and stories, vampires are said to avoid ageing by drinking human blood. Count Dracula from Bram Stoker's “Dracula”, Edward Cullen from…
Regeneration and rejuvenation
Superheroes and supervillains such as Deadpool, Wolverine and Sabretooth from the Marvel X-men series have superpowers of regeneration, allowing them to heal quickly,…
The elixir of immortality
For thousands of years, people from all cultures have been fascinated with the idea of special food, drink or medicine that can help them live longer, or even forever. The…
The Curious Case of Benjamin Button
When Benjamin Button was born, people were shocked. He was a tiny newborn, but looked frail and had wrinkles like an old man. The doctors gave him only a short…
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