Russian Scientists: Discovered a Way to Suppress Cancer Cell Growth
Russian and international scientists have discovered a natural mechanism that can suppress the energy metabolism of colon cancer cells, researchers said.
TL;DR
- Scientists have discovered a natural mechanism that can suppress the energy metabolism of colon cancer cells.
- The enzyme caspase-2 acts as a 'brake' on tumor cell respiration, limiting their energy for growth.
- Cancer cells deficient in caspase-2 consume more oxygen, leading to reactive oxygen species that promote tumor growth.
- This effect was particularly noted in female mice used in the experiment.
- Researchers plan to develop drugs that enhance or mimic caspase-2's action to target colon cancer.