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What are centrosomes?

Centrosomes are tiny structures inside our cells that act like an organising centre, helping cells divide and move properly. The Southampton study found that changes in these centrosomes are linked to breast cancer patterns. Understanding these changes could help identify aggressive cancers and guide more effective treatments.

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