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Fall 2021: Genetic background-dependent effects of cooperating mutations during colorectal cancer metastasis

Affiliations: Genetics & Genomics Research Leadership
Project Leader: Michael McGill

mpmcgill@tamu.edu
Biochemistry and Biophysics

Faculty Mentor: David Threadgill, Ph.D.
Meeting Times:
TBD
Team Size:
6
Open Spots: 0
Special Opportunities:
Possible co-authorship of publications, possible travel to conferences, become full member of research group
Team Needs:
Basic laboratory skills
Aseptic technique
Animal handling training
BSL-2 training
Dependability
Good attitude
Description:
This project explores how genetic background impacts individual susceptibility to colorectal cancer metastasis. Colorectal cancer is estimated to be the second leading cause of cancer related deaths in 2021, and the vast majority of these deaths are due to metastatic disease. The ability to genetically identify patients who are at high risk of developing metastatic colorectal cancer would be invaluable for designing more appropriate and effective clinical interventions

 

Written by:
Andrew McNeely
Published on:
July 19, 2021

Categories: FullTags: Fall 2021, G2

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