Gene Linked to Pediatric Kidney Cancer May Be Key to Kidney Regeneration


Researchers from Boston Children’s Hospital have made several important discoveries about the gene Lin28 and its link to Wilms tumor, a pediatric renal cancer marked by growths that appear similar to immature kidneys. Experts believe the tumors are caused by unchecked kidney development, which would normally be complete before birth. Lin28 is important to the development … Continue reading Gene Linked to Pediatric Kidney Cancer May Be Key to Kidney Regeneration