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Cancer's hidden switch may sit in the cell membrane, forcing growth receptors into permanent overdrive
- April 16, 2026 at 9:10 PM
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Cells are enveloped by a lipid membrane that gives them structure and provides a barrier between the cell and its environment. However, evidence has recently emerged suggesting that these membranes do more than simply provide protection—they also influence the behavior of the protein receptors embedded in them.
Originally published at Phys.org