• Science, Volume 391, Issue 6787, Page 793-799, February 2026.
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A recent study published in Science (Vol. 391, Issue 6787, Feb 2026) presents the first comprehensive oncogenomic map of the domestic cat. Researchers sequenced and annotated 1,200 cancer‑associated genes across multiple feline breeds, revealing both conserved and species‑specific mutations. Comparative analysis with human and canine oncogenomes highlighted shared driver mutations in TP53, MYC, and HER2, while also identifying unique feline‑specific alterations in the BCL2L1 and CDKN2A loci. The data suggest that cats may serve as valuable models for certain human cancers, particularly those involving hormone‑responsive pathways. The authors provide an open‑access database to facilitate future translational research and comparative oncology studies.
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