Antlers: The Secret to Deer's Cancer-Fighting Superpowers

The video explores the rapid growth of antlers in deer, moose, and elk, which regenerate annually. Despite the fast cell division, deer have lower cancer rates than other mammals. A 2019 genome study revealed genetic changes in deer that explain this phenomenon. Antler cells share similarities with cancer cells, expressing genes like Fos that promote growth. However, deer have evolved mechanisms, including the P53 gene, to suppress tumor formation. These findings could inform cancer prevention in humans.

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