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Topic 1. Tumor protein p53. This is a library-research topic in which you are required to state your source, in the form of a web-link or other format. In your own words, please address issues (a) and (b).

  • (a) Describe the role of p53 in normal cell division.
  • (b) Explain why mutations of the p53 gene are often associated with cancer.
  • Reminder: You may use quotations from your source, as long as the quote is brief. Ensure that most of the post is in your own words.

Extra Credit Opportunity (up to 5 points)

  • (i) you are the first person in this section to use a particular source
  • (ii) that source is clearly relevant to this discussion topic about p53

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Running head: TUMOR PROTEIN P53

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Tumor Protein P53
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TUMOR PROTEIN P53

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Describe the Role of P53 in Normal Cell Division
The P53 or the tumor protein P53 is a gene that prevents cancer cells from growing in the
body, therefore, it performs as a tumor suppressor by controlling the cell cycle. Due to this role,
it is regarded as a caretaker gene because it enhances stability that prevents genome mutation
(Ryan, et al., 2001). In normal cells, the level of this P53 is low, however, when it is tr...


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