What is the link between genes and cancer? In this infographic, we explore how malfunctions in a regulatory gene, called p53, can increase susceptibility to some forms of cancer.
Additional Resources:
- Scitable- P53
- Genes & Development- Mutant P53: one name, many proteins
- Genetics Home Reference- TP53
- What is the Link between BRCA1 and Cancer? (RicochetScience)
Kim Scott is a junior at Western Carolina University where she is studying for a career in nursing. Kim is also one of the instructional designers at Ricochet Creative Productions.
The graphic was updated on May 17th to correct a caption error.
