Another perspective on cancer: Evolution within

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• Subject: Science and Technology
• Institution Name: UC Berkeley
• Collection: Understanding Evolution (UC, Paleontology)
• Grade Level: Secondary, Post-secondary

• Abstract: This month, pink products — from sneakers to vacuum cleaners — will pop up on store shelves. Even Campbell's Soup will shed its tomato red label in favor of pearly pink. Whatever your opinion on the pink campaign to raise awareness of and research dollars for breast cancer, the cause is unlikely to escape your notice during October, National Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Since nearly 200,000 women in the United States will be diagnosed with breast cancer this year alone, funding for research has the potential to improve the quality of life and survival odds for many millions of people. But despite increased attention and funding, the cure for this and other cancers has remained notoriously elusive. Viewing cancer through the lens of evolution helps explain why a cure seems to remain just out of reach and points the way toward new treatments.

• Course Type: Learning Module
• Languages: English
• Material Types: Lesson Plans, Readings, Syllabi
• Media Formats: Graphics/Photos, Text/HTML

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