P53 Binding (IMAGE)

Walter and Eliza Hall Institute

P53 Binding

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Pictured: The p53 protein (yellow) about to bind to DNA (fuchsia and multicoloured). Malfunctions in the protein impact its ability to adequately repair or remove damaged DNA, which can lead to cancer development.

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Etsuko Uno, wehi.tv

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