Genetic 'whodunnit' for cancer gene solved

(Salk Institute) Long thought to suppress cancer by slowing cellular metabolism, the protein complex AMPK also seemed to help some tumors grow, confounding researchers. Now, Salk Institute researchers have solved the long-standing mystery around why AMPK can both hinder and help cancer.
Source: EurekAlert! - Cancer - Category: Cancer & Oncology Source Type: news