Nasa scientists have found a link between the breast ductal microbiome and breast cancer, using the planetary protection techniquesLos Angeles: Scientists, including one of Indian-origin, have found a link between the breast ductal microbiome and breast cancer, using the planetary protection techniques employed in Nasa spacecraft designed to ensure that they do not contaminate other worlds. “Yet, all breast cancer begins in the ducts, so clearly exploration is critical to discovering what causes breast cancer and how we can eradicate the disease,” Love said. The new study marks the first exploration of a link between the breast ductal microbiome and breast cancer. The research found differences between the ductal fluid bacteria found in women who have experienced breast cancer, and the bacteria present in those who have not. The new findings set the stage for further study on the role microbes may play in causing or preventing breast cancer.

Source: Mint June 25, 2016 08:48 UTC