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repair

[ri-pair] / rɪˈpɛər /






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Once activated, Cul4A works together with an adaptor protein called WDR5 to target DNA repair proteins such as RAD51 for destruction.

From Science Daily • Jun. 10, 2026

The findings suggest that metabolic processes can directly influence how effectively cells repair DNA.

From Science Daily • Jun. 10, 2026

Instead of targeting genetic mutations, the team found a method for destabilizing the machinery cancer cells use to repair DNA.

From Science Daily • Jun. 10, 2026

Co-corresponding author Professor Joo-Yong Lee stated, "We identified a mechanism in which key DNA repair proteins are actively degraded inside the cell. This provides a new way to regulate homologous recombination beyond genetic mutations."

From Science Daily • Jun. 10, 2026

“Do you know where the new rickshaw repair shop is?” she asked, remembering to deepen her voice.

From "Rickshaw Girl" by Mitali Perkins




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