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Published online 8 June 2005 | Nature | doi:10.1038/news050606-9

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Cancer jigsaw includes tiny genetic molecules

Protein regulators could be used to identify types of tumour.

Scientists have uncovered a surprising role for non-coding genetic material in the development of cancer. The realization should help with both the diagnosis and treatment of tumours.

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