How UV radiation triggers a cellular rescue mission

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Mar 12, 2025, 3:51 pm831 ptsInterestingTop
Ultraviolet (UV) radiation from the sun is a well-known cause of DNA damage, which can lead to diseases like skin cancer. But how do our cells repair this damage to protect us? Researchers from Sabanci University, Veysel Oğulcan Kaya and Ogün Adebali, have uncovered a fascinating answer: When DNA is damaged…

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