Protein Discovery: A Potential Breakthrough in Stopping Lung Cancer Metastasis
A study by Tulane University has identified a new molecular pathway involving the protein RBM10 that can halt the spread of lung cancer. RBM10 suppresses cancer growth by destabilizing the protein c-Myc, which drives cancer cell growth. The study also found that a mutant form of RBM10, often found in lung cancers, loses its ability to suppress c-Myc and instead promotes tumor growth. These findings could lead to the development of new anti-cancer drugs and more personalized treatments for lung cancer.
