Scientists identify key decision-point at which cells with broken DNA repair themselves or die

When cells undergo potentially catastrophic damage, for example as a result of exposure to ionizing radiation, they must make a decision: either to fix the damage or program themselves for death, a process called apoptosis.

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<p><a href="http://www.physorg.com/news158584593.html">Scientists identify key decision-point at which cells with broken DNA repair themselves or die</a></p> <p>When cells undergo potentially catastrophic damage, for example as a result of exposure to ionizing radiation, they must make a decision: either to fix the damage or program themselves for death, a process called apoptosis.</p>