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LINEs of Mutagenesis, Selection and Evolution in Ovarian Cancer and Chemoresistance (2017–2020)

Abstract:
L1 elements are powerful mutagens encoded within the human genome that becomes active in epithelial tumours. I will define the broad effects of L1 elements on the evolution of chemoresistance, focusing on ovarian cancer as a model system. Ovarian cancer is characterised by a poor 5 year survival rate of ~40% with most tumours developing resistance. Understanding the impacts of L1 on this evolution will inform the development and selection of more effective treatments for ovarian cancer.
Grant type:
NHMRC Career Development Fellowship
Funded by:
National Health and Medical Research Council