Dormant Cancer Cells Metastasizing (IMAGE) DOE/Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory Caption A new study shows that stable microvasculature constitutes a dormant niche for disseminated breast cancer cells, whereas a sprouting neovasculature (green points) promotes breast tumor cell growth. Credit (Image courtesy of Ghajar and Bissell) Usage Restrictions None License Licensed content Disclaimer: AAAS and EurekAlert! are not responsible for the accuracy of news releases posted to EurekAlert! by contributing institutions or for the use of any information through the EurekAlert system.