Study shows how breast cancer cells break free to spread in the body

Pictured are MCF-7 human breast cancer cells, stably transformed with SNAIL (right) or an empty vector control (left). Cells expressing SNAIL show an increased mesenchymal phenotype and malignant characteristics. The control cells display a cobblestone morphology, whereas cells overexpressing SNAIL are more elongated. Credit: MgGrail, et al., FASEB 2014.
Dec 17, 2014 - Atlanta, GA
A new study has identified how one important gene helps cancer cells break free from the primary tumor.

Previously Overlooked “Coral Ticks” Weaken Degraded Reefs

Corallivorous gastropod (Coralliophila violacea) feeding on a Porites cylindrica coral. (Credit: Cody Clements, Georgia Tech)
Jul 27, 2018 - Atlanta, GA
A previously overlooked predator could be increasing the pressure on endangered coral reefs.
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