Active substance from plant slows down aggressive eye cancer

(University of Bonn) An active substance that has been known for 30 years could unexpectedly turn into a ray of hope against eye tumors. This is shown by a study conducted by researchers from the Universities of Bonn and Magdeburg together with US colleagues. The results are published in the renowned journal 'Science Signaling'. The plant leaves of which contain the tested substance is anything but rare: At Christmas time you can find it in every well-assorted garden center.
Source: EurekAlert! - Cancer - Category: Cancer & Oncology Source Type: news