The Trigger behind Brain Tumour Identified by the Scientists

Oct 27, 2011, 15:30 IST

Science & Technology Current Affairs 2011. A new biochemical mechanism was identified, which allows brain tumours to survive and grow. This finding will pave the way for new and effective treatments for some of the most aggressive tumours

Scientists identified a new biochemical mechanism, which allows brain tumours to survive and grow. This finding will pave the way for new and effective treatments for some of the most aggressive tumours. An international team, led by the University Hospital of Heidelberg made the discovery.  Scientists identified the major role played by kynurenine, in favouring the brain tumour growth and at the same time suppressing anti-tumour immune response.


Kynurenine is a by-product of metabolism of essential amino acid tryptophan.

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