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New Gene Variants Linked to Breast Cancer Discovered

5/12/2025

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A groundbreaking genomic study in Johannesburg has unveiled two new gene variants tied to breast cancer in black South African women. Spearheaded by Dr. Mahtaab Hayat from Wits School of Molecular and Cell Biology, this research sheds light on the genetic roots of the disease, revealing connections that were previously unknown.

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A groundbreaking genomic study in Johannesburg has unveiled two new gene variants tied to breast cancer in black South African women. Spearheaded by Dr. Mahtaab Hayat from Wits School of Molecular and Cell Biology, this research sheds light on the genetic roots of the disease, revealing connections that were previously unknown.