Science Brief – December 27, 2025

Cancer cells activate emergency DNA repair to survive – Study published today in Cell Reports reveals cancer cells lacking SETX protein use break-induced replication to survive lethal damage. Research from Scripps Institute identifies potential therapeutic vulnerability in cancer treatment. Cell Reports

Scientists decode biosynthesis of rare anti-cancer plant compound – Research published today in The Plant Cell identifies two key enzymes that synthesize mitraphylline in tropical plants. UBC Okanagan and University of Florida teams reveal pathway for compound with anti-cancer and anti-inflammatory properties. The Plant Cell

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