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UTMB researchers identify enzyme that prevents chromosome breaks during DNA copying
May 15, 2026
GALVESTON, Texas, May 15 -- The University of Texas Medical Branch issued the following news release:

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UTMB researchers identify enzyme that prevents chromosome breaks during DNA copying

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Researchers at The University of Texas Medical Branch (UTMB) have identified how a key enzyme called ATR protects DNA from breaking when cells copy damaged genetic material, a discovery that could affect how certain cancer drugs are developed.

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