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World Service,16 Nov 1998,28 mins

Breast and ovarian cancer gene breakthrough

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The discovery of a gene that causes breast and ovarian cancer. Scientists are using the models of the BRAC1 genetic mutations in a breakthrough that could lead to treatment. Also in the programme, the coldest atoms on earth that reach absolute zero and the wonder of neurology.

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