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Summary: Our study revealed that circARNT2 is significantly upregulated in HCC patients and can modulate cisplatin resistance through the miR-155-5p/PDK1 pathway. This suggests that circARNT2 may serve as a promising therapeutic target for overcoming cisplatin resistance in HCC.

MOLECULAR THERAPY-NUCLEIC ACIDS (2021)

Article Biochemistry & Molecular Biology

Coptisine induces autophagic cell death through down-regulation of PI3K/Akt/mTOR signaling pathway and up-regulation of ROS-mediated mitochondrial dysfunction in hepatocellular carcinoma Hep3B cells

So Young Kim et al.

Summary: The study revealed that coptisine induces autophagy in HCC Hep3B cells through regulating PI3K/Akt/mTOR signaling and mitochondrial ROS production, leading to autophagic cell death and suppression of autophagosome-lysosome fusion.

ARCHIVES OF BIOCHEMISTRY AND BIOPHYSICS (2021)

Article Oncology

Prognostic biomarker SMARCC1 and its association with immune infiltrates in hepatocellular carcinoma

Xiaopeng Cai et al.

Summary: Epigenetic alterations, especially the overexpression of SMARCC1, play crucial roles in metastasis and dissemination of hepatocellular carcinoma. Bioinformatics analysis and wet-bench experiments revealed that high levels of SMARCC1 are associated with poor prognosis in HCC, and it influences tumor cell proliferation, migration, and invasion. Additionally, SMARCC1 expression is linked to specific transcription factors and DNA methylation levels, affecting immune infiltration and promoting tumor progression in HCC.

CANCER CELL INTERNATIONAL (2021)

Article Oncology

Peroxiredoxin 1 is essential for natamycin-triggered apoptosis and protective autophagy in hepatocellular carcinoma

Yao An et al.

Summary: Hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC) is a prevalent and lethal cancer, lacking effective treatment. The antifungal Natamycin (NAT) has been found to exhibit antitumor activity by inducing apoptosis and promoting ubiquitination-mediated degradation of Peroxiredoxin 1 (PRDX1), resulting in increased reactive oxygen species (ROS) accumulation and decreased phosphorylation of AKT. Combinational use of NAT with chloroquine (CQ) or sorafenib (SOR) achieves better anti-tumor efficacy in HCC suppression.

CANCER LETTERS (2021)

Review Chemistry, Applied

Hyaluronic acid-based nanoplatforms for Doxorubicin: A review of stimuli-responsive carriers, co-delivery and resistance suppression

Milad Ashrafizadeh et al.

Summary: Hyaluronic acid-modified nanostructures can enhance the delivery of doxorubicin to cancer cells, overcoming chemoresistance and providing a platform for the co-delivery of genes and drugs.

CARBOHYDRATE POLYMERS (2021)

Article Oncology

GNA14's interaction with RACK1 inhibits hepatocellular carcinoma progression through reducing MAPK/JNK and PI3K/AKT signaling pathway

Cong Xu et al.

Summary: This study revealed that decreased expression of GNA14 was associated with aggressive features in hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC), while high expression was linked to better overall and disease-free survival. GNA14 acted as a suppressor inhibiting liver cancer progression through MAPK/JNK and PI3K/AKT signaling pathways.

CARCINOGENESIS (2021)

Article Cell Biology

UNC5B-AS1 promotes the proliferation, migration and EMT of hepatocellular carcinoma cells via regulating miR-4306/KDM2A axis

Xiyin Huang et al.

Summary: UNC5B-AS1 is upregulated in HCC tissues and cells, contributing to cancer staging and patient survival rate. Its deficiency inhibits cell proliferation, migration, and EMT in HCC cells. UNC5B-AS1 interacts with miR-4306 and accelerates HCC progression via the miR-4306/KDM2A axis.

CELL CYCLE (2021)

Article Oncology

LINC00680 enhances hepatocellular carcinoma stemness behavior and chemoresistance by sponging miR-568 to upregulate AKT3

Gege Shu et al.

Summary: The study demonstrates that LINC00680 is significantly upregulated in HCC tissues, and its high level is associated with poorer prognosis in patients. Overexpression of LINC00680 significantly enhances HCC cell stemness and reduces in vitro and in vivo chemosensitivity to 5-fluorouracil (5-Fu), while knockdown of LINC00680 leads to opposite results. Mechanism study reveals that LINC00680 regulates HCC stemness and chemosensitivity through sponging miR-568, thereby expediting the expression of AKT3.

JOURNAL OF EXPERIMENTAL & CLINICAL CANCER RESEARCH (2021)

Article Oncology

CLEC12B suppresses lung cancer progression by inducing SHP-1 expression and inactivating the PI3K/AKT signaling pathway

Decai Chi et al.

Summary: CLEC12B, a C-type lectin-like receptor, is down-regulated in lung cancer, leading to increased cell proliferation and cell cycle entry, while inhibiting cell apoptosis. This process may be mediated through the PI3K/AKT signaling pathway.

EXPERIMENTAL CELL RESEARCH (2021)

Article Biochemistry & Molecular Biology

YTHDF1 promotes the proliferation, migration, and invasion of prostate cancer cells by regulating TRIM44

Weijian Li et al.

Summary: Prostate cancer (PCa) is a common malignancy in men, and YTHDF1 may play a role in promoting PCa progression. This study found that YTHDF1 is highly expressed in PCa tissues and cells, and its inhibition can decrease cell proliferation, migration, and invasion. YTHDF1 may enhance PCa cell proliferation, migration, and invasion by regulating TRIM44 expression.

GENES & GENOMICS (2021)

Review Biochemistry & Molecular Biology

Mechanisms of Long Non-Coding RNAs in Biological Characteristics and Aerobic Glycolysis of Glioma

Ningning Zhao et al.

Summary: Glioma is a common and aggressive brain tumor with poor prognosis due to uncontrolled proliferation and metabolic reprogramming. Long noncoding RNAs play diverse roles in shaping the biological features of glioma, but more research is needed to fully understand their mechanisms.

INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF MOLECULAR SCIENCES (2021)

Review Oncology

3D tumor angiogenesis models: recent advances and challenges

Sharath M. Bhat et al.

Summary: Angiogenesis is a complex process that plays a crucial role in tumor growth and metastasis. Various independent mechanisms inducing angiogenesis in tumors have been identified, including HIF-1/VEGF mediated paracrine interactions and recruitment of endothelial cells. However, existing angiogenesis models often rely on normal endothelial cells, which differ significantly from tumor endothelial cells, highlighting the need for improved models in personalized medicine.

JOURNAL OF CANCER RESEARCH AND CLINICAL ONCOLOGY (2021)

Article Oncology

Stachydrine inhibits TGF-β1-induced epithelial-mesenchymal transition in hepatocellular carcinoma cells through the TGF-β/Smad and PI3K/Akt/mTOR signaling pathways

Xiangni Chen et al.

Summary: Stachydrine was found to suppress TGF-β1-induced EMT in HCC cells by inhibiting cell migration and invasion, which was achieved by blocking the activation of Smad2/3 and PI3K/Akt/mTOR signaling pathways.

ANTI-CANCER DRUGS (2021)

Article Oncology

Global cancer statistics 2020: GLOBOCAN estimates of incidence and mortality worldwide for 36 cancers in 185 countries

Hyuna Sung et al.

Summary: The global cancer burden in 2020 saw an estimated 19.3 million new cancer cases and almost 10.0 million cancer deaths. Female breast cancer surpassed lung cancer as the most commonly diagnosed cancer, while lung cancer remained the leading cause of cancer death. These trends are expected to rise in 2040, with transitioning countries experiencing a larger increase compared to transitioned countries due to demographic changes and risk factors associated with globalization and a growing economy. Efforts to improve cancer prevention measures and provision of cancer care in transitioning countries will be crucial for global cancer control.

CA-A CANCER JOURNAL FOR CLINICIANS (2021)

Article Medicine, Research & Experimental

REC8 promotes tumor migration, invasion and angiogenesis by targeting the PKA pathway in hepatocellular carcinoma

Jing Han et al.

Summary: The study revealed that REC8 promotes the migration, invasion, and angiogenesis of HCC cells through the PKA pathway. REC8 was found to be mainly located in the nucleus of HCC tissue cells and cell lines, with a correlation between high expression and positive alpha-fetoprotein levels. Additionally, REC8 was shown to accelerate metastasis in vitro, while metastasis was suppressed after REC8 silencing.

CLINICAL AND EXPERIMENTAL MEDICINE (2021)

Review Oncology

Crosstalk of Long Non-coding RNAs and EMT: Searching the Missing Pie-ces of an Incomplete Puzzle for Lung Cancer Therapy

Milad Ashrafizadeh et al.

Summary: Long non-coding RNAs (lncRNAs) play a crucial role in regulating epithelial-to-mesenchymal transition (EMT) in lung cancer. Some lncRNAs have tumor-suppressing effects by inhibiting EMT and metastasis, while others have tumor-promoting effects by triggering EMT and enhancing migration of cancer cells. Targeting lncRNAs could be important in controlling the migration of lung cancer cells.

CURRENT CANCER DRUG TARGETS (2021)

Article Biochemistry & Molecular Biology

CircIL4R activates the PI3K/AKT signaling pathway via the miR-761/TRIM29/PHLPP1 axis and promotes proliferation and metastasis in colorectal cancer

Tao Jiang et al.

Summary: The study demonstrates that upregulation of circIL4R in CRC plays an oncogenic role by promoting CRC cell proliferation, migration, and invasion through activation of the PI3K/AKT signaling pathway. Targeting circIL4R may serve as a potential diagnostic and prognostic biomarker for CRC detection and treatment.

MOLECULAR CANCER (2021)

Review Biochemistry & Molecular Biology

Crosstalk between autophagy and microbiota in cancer progression

Yu Wang et al.

Summary: Autophagy is a conserved catabolic process in eukaryotes that plays a crucial role in cancer development. Dysregulation of autophagy is associated with promoting cancer cell survival and triggering cell death. The complex relationship between autophagy and microorganisms can protect the body by activating the immune system.

MOLECULAR CANCER (2021)

Article Cell Biology

KDM5A silencing transcriptionally suppresses the FXYD3-PI3K/AKT axis to inhibit angiogenesis in hepatocellular cancer via miR-433 up-regulation

Yu-Shui Ma et al.

Summary: This study investigates the role of KDM5A in angiogenesis and mechanisms in HCC, revealing that KDM5A suppresses miR-433 and activates the FXYD3-PI3K-AKT axis to promote HCC progression.

JOURNAL OF CELLULAR AND MOLECULAR MEDICINE (2021)

Article Gastroenterology & Hepatology

C2orf40 inhibits hepatocellular carcinoma through interaction with UBR5

Yue Wu et al.

Summary: C2orf40 plays a role in HCC related to the methylation of its promoter, inhibiting liver cancer cell growth and migration by inducing G0/G1 phase arrest and apoptosis, and reversing the EMT process. Additionally, C2orf40 can increase p21 expression by interacting with UBR5.

JOURNAL OF GASTROENTEROLOGY AND HEPATOLOGY (2021)

Article Cell Biology

Berberine Suppresses EMT in Liver and Gastric Carcinoma Cells through Combination with TGFβR Regulating TGF-β/Smad Pathway

Haiyan Du et al.

Summary: Recent studies have shown that BBR can inhibit the migration, invasion, and EMT of tumor cells by modulating multiple signaling pathways, exhibiting anti-cancer activity similar to PI3K inhibitors and TGF-beta receptor inhibitors.

OXIDATIVE MEDICINE AND CELLULAR LONGEVITY (2021)

Article Oncology

Effect of PI3K/AKT/mTOR Signaling Pathway on Regulating and Con- trolling the Anti-Invasion and Metastasis of Hepatoma Cells by Bufalin

Xia Sheng et al.

Summary: This study explored the effect of Bufalin on regulating invasion and metastasis of liver cancer cells through the PI3K/AKT/mTOR autophagy-related signaling pathway. Inhibiting autophagy enhanced the inhibitory effect of Bufalin on cell adhesion, migration, and invasion. Bufalin significantly influenced the expression of key proteins involved in proliferation, matrix degradation, and angiogenesis, suggesting its potential as a novel therapeutic strategy for preventing metastasis of liver cancer.

RECENT PATENTS ON ANTI-CANCER DRUG DISCOVERY (2021)

Article Cell Biology

Linc-ROR facilitates progression and angiogenesis of hepatocellular carcinoma by modulating DEPDC1 expression

Chuan Tian et al.

Summary: The study demonstrates that Linc-ROR plays an oncogenic role in hepatocellular carcinoma through positive regulation of DEPDC1 expression, potentially serving as a target for anticancer therapies.

CELL DEATH & DISEASE (2021)

Article Biochemistry & Molecular Biology

Dantrolene Potentiates the Antineoplastic Effect of Sorafenib in Hepatocellular Carcinoma via Targeting Ca+2/PI3K Signaling Pathway

Sherin Zakaria et al.

Summary: The study demonstrated that dantrolene has synergistic effects when used in combination with sorafenib in HCC treatment, by reducing p53, VEGF, MMP-9, Cyclin D1, and Ki-67. Additionally, dantrolene was found to inhibit the Ca+2/PI3K pathway, enhancing its antineoplastic action either alone or in combination with sorafenib.

CURRENT MOLECULAR PHARMACOLOGY (2021)

Review Biochemistry & Molecular Biology

Small in Size, but Large in Action: microRNAs as Potential Modulators of PTEN in Breast and Lung Cancers

Asal Jalal Abadi et al.

Summary: miRNAs play vital roles in breast and lung cancer by regulating the PTEN signaling pathway. The dysregulation of miRNAs in breast and lung cancers is associated with the malignant behavior of tumors.

BIOMOLECULES (2021)

Article Pathology

The role of different PI3K protein subtypes in the metastasis, angiogenesis and clinical prognosis of hepatocellular carcinoma

Na Che et al.

Summary: The study found that PI3Kp110 alpha and PI3Kp110 delta play roles in HCC metastasis and angiogenesis, and patients with high expression of these proteins have worse prognosis and shorter survival time. PI3Kp110 alpha is identified as an independent risk factor for HCC patients.

ANNALS OF DIAGNOSTIC PATHOLOGY (2021)

Article Oncology

Medical ozone induces proliferation and migration inhibition through ROS accumulation and PI3K/AKT/NF-κB suppression in human liver cancer cells in vitro

J. Li et al.

Summary: The study demonstrates that ozone treatment can inhibit the proliferation, colony formation and migration ability of liver cancer cells, induce G2/M phase cell cycle arrest, and achieve anticancer effects through ROS accumulation and inactivation of the PI3K/AKT/NF-kappa B pathway.

CLINICAL & TRANSLATIONAL ONCOLOGY (2021)

Article Pharmacology & Pharmacy

Tenacissoside H Induces Autophagy and Radiosensitivity of Hepatocellular Carcinoma Cells by PI3K/Akt/mTOR Signaling Pathway

Jiatian Lin et al.

Summary: Tenacissoside H (TEH) increases radiosensitivity of hepatocellular carcinoma cells by regulating the PI3K/Akt/mTOR signaling pathway, and suppresses cell growth and promotes apoptosis through inducing autophagy and apoptosis.

DOSE-RESPONSE (2021)

Article Oncology

TRPC1 promotes the genesis and progression of colorectal cancer via activating CaM-mediated PI3K/AKT signaling axis

Yang Sun et al.

Summary: TRPC1, as the major variant of the TRPC family in colorectal cancer (CRC) patients, is upregulated in CRC tissues and associated with aggressive tumor progression and poor survival. TRPC1 promotes CRC tumorigenesis and progression by activating the CaM-mediated PI3K/AKT signaling axis. Targeting TRPC1 may offer a novel approach for CRC treatment.

ONCOGENESIS (2021)

Article Biotechnology & Applied Microbiology

Tetraspanin 1 (TSPAN1) promotes growth and transferation of breast cancer cells via mediating PI3K/Akt pathway

Yange Wu et al.

Summary: The study revealed that TSPAN1 is highly expressed in breast cancer tumor samples and cell lines, and plays a role in regulating growth and motility through EMT and the PI3K/Akt pathway. Depletion of TSPAN1 suppressed tumor growth in breast cancer in mice, suggesting it could be a potential target for treatment.

BIOENGINEERED (2021)

Article Biotechnology & Applied Microbiology

Ropivacaine suppresses tumor biological characteristics of human hepatocellular carcinoma via inhibiting IGF-1R/PI3K/AKT/mTOR signaling axis

Runze Zhang et al.

Summary: Ropivacaine inhibits proliferation, promotes apoptosis, suppresses migration and invasion, and targets the IGF-1R/PI3K/AKT/mTOR signaling pathway to suppress hepatocellular carcinoma progression.

BIOENGINEERED (2021)

Article Oncology

Tris(dibenzylideneacetone)dipalladium(0) (Tris DBA) Abrogates Tumor Progression in Hepatocellular Carcinoma and Multiple Myeloma Preclinical Models by Regulating the STAT3 Signaling Pathway

Loukik Arora et al.

Summary: STAT3 is a major oncogenic transcription factor that is constitutively activated in various human cancers, including HCC and MM. Tris DBA, a palladium-based compound, has shown inhibitory efficacy on STAT3 signaling in preclinical cancer models by elevating the expression of SHP2 and inhibiting cell proliferation, migration, invasion, and tumor metastasis. This study provides evidence for the potential consideration of Tris DBA in clinical trials for cancer treatment.

CANCERS (2021)

Review Oncology

Autophagy in Cancer Therapy-Molecular Mechanisms and Current Clinical Advances

Ingo Ganzleben et al.

Summary: Autophagy is the ability of cells to dismantle and recycle parts of themselves, closely related to cell growth and metabolism control. Dysregulation of autophagy in cancer provides protection and proliferation advantage for tumors. Autophagy plays important roles in various diseases, from neurodegeneration to cancer, especially depending on the cell type and proliferative state. In cancer, autophagy sustains cancer cell survival under challenging conditions but also leads to dependency on autophagy.

CANCERS (2021)

Article Oncology

LY294002 Is a Promising Inhibitor to Overcome Sorafenib Resistance in FLT3-ITD Mutant AML Cells by Interfering With PI3K/Akt Signaling Pathway

Amin Huang et al.

Summary: This study discusses the resistance of AML patients with FLT3-ITD mutation to sorafenib, potentially due to the loss of the FLT3 target protein and sustained activation of the PI3K/Akt signaling pathway. The PI3K inhibitor, LY294002, can block this pathway and inhibit glycolysis, disrupting ATP production and inducing cell apoptosis.

FRONTIERS IN ONCOLOGY (2021)

Article Cell Biology

CircCRIM1 Promotes Hepatocellular Carcinoma Proliferation and Angiogenesis by Sponging miR-378a-3p and Regulating SKP2 Expression

Yang Ji et al.

Summary: CircCRIM1 is upregulated in hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC) and is associated with poor prognosis, enhancing cell proliferation and angiogenesis. It promotes HCC progression via the miR-378a-3p/SKP2 axis.

FRONTIERS IN CELL AND DEVELOPMENTAL BIOLOGY (2021)

Article Public, Environmental & Occupational Health

Disparities in Hepatocellular Carcinoma Survival by Insurance Status: A Population-Based Study in China

Jing Wu et al.

Summary: This study reveals that HCC patients covered by URRBMI may have worse survival than patients covered by UEBMI. Further efforts are warranted to understand healthcare disparities for patients covered by different basic medical insurance in China.

FRONTIERS IN PUBLIC HEALTH (2021)

Article Oncology

CYP2C8 Suppress Proliferation, Migration, Invasion and Sorafenib Resistance of Hepatocellular Carcinoma via PI3K/Akt/p27(kip1) Axis

Xin Zhou et al.

Summary: The study revealed that CYP2C8 is down-regulated in HCC tissues and plays a role in restricting the malignant phenotype and sorafenib resistance of HCC cells through the PI3K/Akt/p27Kip1 axis.

JOURNAL OF HEPATOCELLULAR CARCINOMA (2021)

Review Oncology

Wnt/β-Catenin Signaling as a Driver of Hepatocellular Carcinoma Progression: An Emphasis on Molecular Pathways

Mahshid Deldar Abad Paskeh et al.

Summary: This review discusses the role of Wnt signaling in hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC), including its promotion of HCC progression, impact on therapy response, and regulation of drug resistance and immune resistance mechanisms. Research shows that beta-catenin signaling in HCC cells can enhance cancer stem cell features, promote growth, and inhibit apoptosis, thus accelerating cancer development.

JOURNAL OF HEPATOCELLULAR CARCINOMA (2021)

Article Oncology

Apatinib suppresses the migration, invasion and angiogenesis of hepatocellular carcinoma cells by blocking VEGF and PI3K/AKT signaling pathways

Jifu Song et al.

Summary: Apatinib has been shown to inhibit proliferation, migration, invasion, and angiogenesis of HCC cells by downregulating VEGF and PI3K/AKT pathways, suggesting it as an effective therapeutic strategy for the treatment of HCC.

MOLECULAR MEDICINE REPORTS (2021)

Article Oncology

LY-294002 enhances the chemosensitivity of liver cancer to oxaliplatin by blocking the PI3K/AKT/HIF-1α pathway

Ruyue Xu et al.

Summary: The study found that the PI3K inhibitor LY-294002 can enhance the chemosensitivity of liver cancer cells to oxaliplatin by inhibiting the PI3K/AKT signaling pathway, potentially through the inhibition of HIF-1 alpha expression.

MOLECULAR MEDICINE REPORTS (2021)

Article Cell Biology

CircETFA upregulates CCL5 by sponging miR-612 and recruiting EIF4A3 to promote hepatocellular carcinoma

Chen Lu et al.

Summary: The study revealed that circETFA is overexpressed in HCC and associated with a poor prognosis, promoting the malignant progression of HCC through various mechanisms. It has the potential to serve as a novel biomarker and therapeutic target for HCC.

CELL DEATH DISCOVERY (2021)

Article Medicine, General & Internal

Expression and Prognostic Role of E2F2 in Hepatocellular Carcinoma

Shen Shen et al.

Summary: This study revealed that E2F2 expression is generally upregulated in HCC, and high E2F2 expression is associated with poor prognosis in patients. Additionally, the co-expressed genes of E2F2 and its relationship with immunity were explored, providing insights into potential therapeutic targets for the molecular treatment of HCC.

INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF GENERAL MEDICINE (2021)

Review Pharmacology & Pharmacy

Deguelin targets multiple oncogenic signaling pathways to combat human malignancies

Hardeep Singh Tuli et al.

Summary: Deguelin, a natural rotenoid from plants, has shown promising antineoplastic effects in different cancer subtypes by inhibiting tumor growth and metastasis through various signaling pathways. Initial scientific findings suggest deguelin as a potential anticancer agent for monotherapy or in combination with chemotherapy.

PHARMACOLOGICAL RESEARCH (2021)

Article Cell Biology

The fatty acid receptor CD36 promotes HCC progression through activating Src/PI3K/AKT axis-dependent aerobic glycolysis

Xiaoqing Luo et al.

Summary: CD36 is highly expressed in HCC, promoting the growth and metastasis of cancer cells through induction of aerobic glycolysis via activation of the Src/PI3K/AKT/mTOR signaling pathway.

CELL DEATH & DISEASE (2021)

Review Gastroenterology & Hepatology

The role of miRNA125b in the progression of hepatocellular carcinoma

Minghao Yang et al.

Summary: miR-125b, as a significant miRNA, plays a crucial role in predicting and prognosing hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC). It inhibits the development of HCC and is highly accurate in prediction, making it a valuable predictive marker of HCC.

CLINICS AND RESEARCH IN HEPATOLOGY AND GASTROENTEROLOGY (2021)

Article Biotechnology & Applied Microbiology

BEZ235 Increases the Sensitivity of Hepatocellular Carcinoma to Sorafenib by Inhibiting PI3K/AKT/mTOR and Inducing Autophagy

Weiya Cao et al.

Summary: The study demonstrated that BEZ235 enhanced the sensitivity of sorafenib by suppressing the PI3K/AKT/mTOR pathway and inducing autophagy, promoting apoptosis and inhibiting the growth of hepatocellular carcinoma.

BIOMED RESEARCH INTERNATIONAL (2021)

Review Oncology

Cytoskeletal Dynamics in Epithelial-Mesenchymal Transition: Insights into Therapeutic Targets for Cancer Metastasis

Arpita Datta et al.

Summary: The cellular process of EMT is a critical mechanism in cancer metastasis, involving reorganization of the cytoskeleton composed of actin filaments, microtubules, and intermediate filaments. Understanding the physiological functions of the cytoskeleton and targeting key components for EMT regulation may offer promising approaches for cancer therapy, particularly in tackling multidrug-resistant cancer cells.

CANCERS (2021)

Article Medicine, Research & Experimental

New insight towards development of paclitaxel and docetaxel resistance in cancer cells: EMT as a novel molecular mechanism and therapeutic possibilities

Milad Ashrafizadeh et al.

Summary: EMT mechanism is responsible for cancer cell metastasis and migration, as well as drug resistance. Taxene chemotherapeutic agents PTX and DTX induce cancer cell cycle arrest by preventing microtubule depolymerization, while upstream mediators of EMT such as ZEB1/2 and TGF-ll affect cancer cells' response to these drugs.

BIOMEDICINE & PHARMACOTHERAPY (2021)

Article Biochemistry & Molecular Biology

Design, synthesis, and biological evaluation of novel 6-(pyridin-3-yl) quinazolin-4(3H)-one derivatives as potential anticancer agents via PI3K inhibition

Huarong Yang et al.

Summary: Abnormal activation of the PI3K/Akt pathway has been demonstrated in most human malignant tumors, and targeting this pathway for drug discovery has attracted significant interest. In this study, novel 6-(pyridin-3-yl) quinazolin-4(3H)-one derivatives were designed and synthesized, with compounds 7i and 7m showing promising anticancer activity against various cancer cell lines, particularly HCC827 cells. These compounds also exhibited selectivity towards tumor cells over normal cells and induced G2/M phase arrests and apoptosis in HCC827 cells through the PI3K/Akt and caspase dependent pathway, suggesting their potential as lead compounds for anti-cancer drug development.

BIOORGANIC & MEDICINAL CHEMISTRY (2021)

Article Biochemistry & Molecular Biology

MiR-27a-3p enhances the cisplatin sensitivity in hepatocellular carcinoma cells through inhibiting PI3K/Akt pathway

Ying Yang et al.

Summary: This study revealed that miR-27a-3p expression was down-regulated in HCC tissues and associated with metastasis, Child-Pugh grade, and race. Overexpression of miR-27a-3p inhibited cell growth, promoted apoptosis, and increased sensitivity to cisplatin in HCC, potentially through regulating the PI3K/Akt signaling pathway.

BIOSCIENCE REPORTS (2021)

Article Oncology

[6]-Paradol suppresses proliferation and metastases of pancreatic cancer by decreasing EGFR and inactivating PI3K/AKT signaling

Xueyi Jiang et al.

Summary: The study found that 6-P can suppress the proliferation and metastasis of pancreatic cancer cells by decreasing EGFR protein expression level and inducing EGFR degradation, leading to inactivation of the PI3K/AKT signaling pathway. Additionally, ectopic expression of EGFR protein results in resistance to the therapeutic effects of 6-P. Furthermore, erlotinib can enhance the anticancer activity of 6-P.

CANCER CELL INTERNATIONAL (2021)

Article Oncology

Regulation of Nuclear Factor-KappaB (NF-kB) signaling pathway by non-coding RNAs in cancer: Inhibiting or promoting carcinogenesis?

Sepideh Mirzaei et al.

Summary: The NF-xB signaling pathway is a potential therapeutic target in cancer therapy, with its dysregulation impacting cancer cell proliferation, metastasis, and resistance to radiotherapy and chemotherapy. Non-coding RNAs, such as miRNAs, lncRNAs, and circRNAs, play a crucial role in modulating NF-xB signaling and may affect cancer progression by regulating miRNAs targeting NF-xB activation.

CANCER LETTERS (2021)

Article Oncology

Resveratrol for cancer therapy: Challenges and future perspectives

Boxu Ren et al.

Summary: Despite its potential anticancer effects, resveratrol faces obstacles in clinical translation due to poor pharmacokinetics, low potency, and nephrotoxicity in certain patients. New strategies to enhance its bioavailability and develop more potent analogues are proposed to overcome these challenges and advance resveratrol in cancer therapy.

CANCER LETTERS (2021)

Article Cell Biology

microRNA-873 inhibits self-renewal and proliferation of pancreatic cancer stem cells through pleckstrin-2-dependent PI3K/AKT pathway

Xiao-Li Yang et al.

Summary: miR-873 can suppress the self-renewal and proliferation of pancreatic cancer stem cells by blocking PLEK2-dependent PI3K/AKT pathway. This study contributes to understanding the role of miR-873 in pancreatic cancer stem cells and its underlying molecular mechanisms to aid in the development of effective pancreatic cancer therapeutics.

CELLULAR SIGNALLING (2021)

Article Pharmacology & Pharmacy

MiR-92a-3p Promotes the Malignant Progression of Hepatocellular Carcinoma by Mediating the PI3K/AKT/mTOR Signaling Pathway

Libing Wang et al.

Summary: miR-92a-3p plays a tumor-promoting role in HCC and may be a potential biomarker for the diagnosis and prognosis of HCC.

CURRENT PHARMACEUTICAL DESIGN (2021)

Article Pharmacology & Pharmacy

HM-3-HSA exhibits potent anti-angiogenesis and antitumor activity in hepatocellular carcinoma

Ting Li et al.

Summary: HM-3-HSA demonstrates antitumor activity against hepatocellular carcinoma and inhibits tumor angiogenesis by binding to HUVECs and suppressing downstream protein kinases. This study reveals the mechanism by which HM-3-HSA exerts its anti-angiogenic effects.

EUROPEAN JOURNAL OF PHARMACEUTICAL SCIENCES (2021)

Article Biochemistry & Molecular Biology

Eugenol-Induced Autophagy and Apoptosis in Breast Cancer Cells via PI3K/AKT/FOXO3a Pathway Inhibition

Mashan L. Abdullah et al.

Summary: The use of eugenol, a phenolic phytochemical extracted from certain essential oils, shows promising anti-cancer effects against triple-negative and HER2-positive breast cancer cells by targeting the caspase pathway and inducing autophagic cell death. Jurat et al. demonstrated that eugenol inhibits cell proliferation, increases protein levels associated with apoptosis, and induces autophagy in cancer cells, suggesting its potential as a natural anti-cancer agent.

INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF MOLECULAR SCIENCES (2021)

Article Biochemistry & Molecular Biology

Inhibition of Cell Proliferation and Metastasis by Scutellarein Regulating PI3K/Akt/NF-κB Signaling through PTEN Activation in Hepatocellular Carcinoma

Sang Eun Ha et al.

Summary: SCU as a potential agent for HCC therapy inhibits cell proliferation and metastasis in HepG2 cells through upregulation of PTEN and inhibition of the PI3K/Akt/NF-kappa B signaling pathway. It is a natural based agent that shows promise in improving therapeutic outcomes for HCC treatment.

INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF MOLECULAR SCIENCES (2021)

Article Biochemistry & Molecular Biology

Local anesthetic bupivacaine inhibits proliferation and metastasis of hepatocellular carcinoma cells via suppressing PI3K/Akt and MAPK signaling

Lei Wang et al.

Summary: Bupivacaine has shown inhibitory effects on proliferation, migration, and invasion of HCC cells, as well as induction of apoptosis. The drug achieves this through suppression of the PI3K/Akt and MAPK signaling pathways.

JOURNAL OF BIOCHEMICAL AND MOLECULAR TOXICOLOGY (2021)

Article Biochemistry & Molecular Biology

Betulinic acid exerts antigenotoxic and anticarcinogenic activities via inhibition of COX-2 and PCNA in rodents

Natalia H. Ferreira et al.

Summary: Phytochemical betulinic acid (BA) shows potential chemopreventive effects against cancer by reducing chromosomal damage and preneoplastic lesions, as well as decreasing the expression of COX-2 and PCNA in the colon, indicating promising anticancer activity, especially for colorectal cancer.

JOURNAL OF BIOCHEMICAL AND MOLECULAR TOXICOLOGY (2021)

Article Cell Biology

CCAT2 enhances autophagy-related invasion and metastasis via regulating miR-4496 and ELAVL1 in hepatocellular carcinoma

Jing Shi et al.

Summary: The study found that lncRNA CCAT2 is significantly upregulated in HCC tissues, correlating with advanced stage and venous invasion. Further experiments revealed that CCAT2 induces autophagy and promotes migration and invasion in vitro and in vivo. Mechanistic investigations showed that CCAT2 regulates HCC by affecting miR-4496/Atg5 in the cytoplasm and binding with ELAVL1/HuR in the nucleus to facilitate HCC progression.

JOURNAL OF CELLULAR AND MOLECULAR MEDICINE (2021)

Article Oncology

Inhibiting the redox function of APE1 suppresses cervical cancer metastasis via disengagement of ZEB1 from E-cadherin in EMT

Qing Li et al.

Summary: High APE1 expression is associated with lymph node metastasis in cervical cancer and linked to epithelial to mesenchymal transition (EMT). APE1 promotes invasion and metastasis of cervical cancer cells, while inhibiting APE1 may suppress EMT. Targeting APE1 redox function could be a novel strategy for inhibiting cervical cancer metastasis.

JOURNAL OF EXPERIMENTAL & CLINICAL CANCER RESEARCH (2021)

Article Pharmacology & Pharmacy

O2-(2,4-dinitrophenyl) diazeniumdiolate derivative induces G2/M arrest via PTEN-mediated inhibition of PI3K/Akt pathway in hepatocellular carcinoma cells

Ling Liu et al.

Summary: The study found that JS-K could induce cell G2/M arrest through PTEN-mediated inhibition of the PI3K/Akt pathway, leading to apoptosis of hepatocellular carcinoma cells and inhibition of tumor growth. However, the effects of G2/M cell arrest and inhibition induced by JS-K could be reversed by bpv(pic) and Carboxy-PTIO.

JOURNAL OF PHARMACY AND PHARMACOLOGY (2021)

Article Medicine, Research & Experimental

Bufalin suppresses tumour microenvironment-mediated angiogenesis by inhibiting the STAT3 signalling pathway

Kai Fang et al.

Summary: This study found that bufalin inhibits tumor microenvironment-mediated angiogenesis by targeting the STAT3 signaling pathway in vascular endothelial cells. This suggests that bufalin may be used as a new antiangiogenic adjuvant therapy for treating colorectal cancer.

JOURNAL OF TRANSLATIONAL MEDICINE (2021)

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External validation of hepatocellular carcinoma risk scores in patients with chronic hepatitis B virus infection in China

Tao Lou et al.

Summary: Several scoring systems were compared in Chinese patients with chronic HBV infection to predict the risk of HCC occurrence. CU-HCC and mPAGE-B scores were found to accurately predict HCC risk, with patients scoring <5 in CU-HCC or <9 in mPAGE-B potentially exempt from HCC surveillance within 36 months.

JOURNAL OF VIRAL HEPATITIS (2021)

Review Biochemistry & Molecular Biology

Targeting the PI3K/AKT/mTOR Signaling Pathway in Lung Cancer: An Update Regarding Potential Drugs and Natural Products

Iksen et al.

Summary: Lung cancer is a common and highly lethal cancer, posing a major clinical challenge. The PI3K/AKT/mTOR pathway has been linked to lung cancer, making it a significant therapeutic target. Interest in targeting these pathways with medications has grown, showing promise in various types of studies.

MOLECULES (2021)

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Plasmalemma vesicle-associated protein promotes angiogenesis in cholangiocarcinoma via the DKK1/CKAP4/PI3K signaling pathway

Yi Wang et al.

Summary: Cholangiocarcinoma (CCA) is characterized by high PLVAP expression levels, which are associated with poorer overall survival and higher micro-vessel density in CCA tissues. The DKK1/CKAP4/PI3K/PLVAP pathway plays a crucial role in promoting angiogenesis in CCA, making it a potential target for anti-angiogenic therapy.

ONCOGENE (2021)

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Caffeic acid and its derivatives as potential modulators of oncogenic molecular pathways: New hope in the fight against cancer

Sepideh Mirzaei et al.

Summary: Caffeic acid and caffeic acid phenethyl ester have anti-tumor activity and can impact cancer progression through multiple molecular pathways, as well as enhance the response of cancer cells to chemotherapy.

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NEIL3 contributes toward the carcinogenesis of liver cancer and regulates PI3K/Akt/mTOR signaling

Weichen Wang et al.

Summary: In liver cancer, high NEIL3 expression is associated with tumor grade and survival time. NEIL3 is abundantly expressed in liver cancer cell lines, and its knockdown impairs cell functions, causes cell cycle arrest at G2 phase, and increases apoptotic rate. Additionally, NEIL3 regulates the PI3K/Akt/mTOR signaling pathway in liver cancer.

EXPERIMENTAL AND THERAPEUTIC MEDICINE (2021)

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An immunogenomic signature for molecular classification in hepatocellular carcinoma

Weiwei Zhuang et al.

Summary: This study investigated molecular classification and prognostic value in hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC) based on immune signature. Three HCC subtypes were identified, with Immunity_H subtype showing better survival rate. IL18RAP and IL7R were protective genes, and immune risk score was an independent risk factor for overall survival in HCC patients.

MOLECULAR THERAPY-NUCLEIC ACIDS (2021)

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MiR-137 inhibits cervical cancer progression via down-modulating Notch1 and inhibiting the PI3K/AKT/mTOR signaling pathway

Ying Gui et al.

Summary: The study found that miR-137 was down-regulated and Notch1 was up-regulated in cervical cancer cells. MiR-137 partially impeded cervical cancer progression through regulation of the Notch1 and PI3K/AKT/mTOR axis.

TRANSLATIONAL CANCER RESEARCH (2021)

Article Oncology

Apatinib inhibits pancreatic cancer growth, migration and invasion through the PI3K/AKT and ERK1/2/MAPK pathways

Yuan Hu et al.

Summary: Apatinib inhibits the proliferation and migration of pancreatic cancer cells, leading to decreased Ki-67 expression and microvessel density, thus blocking tumor growth and angiogenesis. The underlying mechanism may involve phosphorylation of the PI3K/AKT and ERK1/2/MAPKs signaling pathways.

TRANSLATIONAL CANCER RESEARCH (2021)

Review Oncology

Advances of Targeted Therapy for Hepatocellular Carcinoma

Mengke Niu et al.

Summary: Hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC) is a significant global health issue, and targeted therapy has made a breakthrough in treating advanced HCC. The combination of targeted therapy with immune checkpoint inhibitors shows more potent anticancer effects.

FRONTIERS IN ONCOLOGY (2021)

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Autophagy Drives Galectin-1 Secretion From Tumor-Associated Macrophages Facilitating Hepatocellular Carcinoma Progression

Goutham Venkata Naga Davuluri et al.

Summary: Galectin-1 (Gal-1), a secretory lectin associated with hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC), can be actively secreted by tumor-associated macrophages (TAMs) in response to stimuli of HCC cells, leading to increased systemic levels of Gal-1 and HCC tumor growth in mice. Autophagy-regulated Gal-1 secretion from TAMs correlates with poor overall survival and progression-free survival rates of HCC patients, highlighting the pathological role of TAM-produced Gal-1 in HCC progression.

FRONTIERS IN CELL AND DEVELOPMENTAL BIOLOGY (2021)

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4-Hydroxyderricin Promotes Apoptosis and Cell Cycle Arrest through Regulating PI3K/AKT/mTOR Pathway in Hepatocellular Cells

Xiang Gao et al.

Summary: The natural flavonoid compound 4-hydroxyderricin (4-HD) derived from Angelica keiskei shows significant inhibitory effects on hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC) cells, by promoting apoptosis and cell cycle arrest through the PI3K/AKT/mTOR signaling pathway.

FOODS (2021)

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Canagliflozin, a SGLT-2 inhibitor, relieves ER stress, modulates autophagy and induces apoptosis in irradiated HepG2 cells: Signal transduction between PI3K/AKT/GSK-3β/mTOR and Wnt/β-catenin pathways; in vitro

Mohamed Khairy Abdel-Rafei et al.

Summary: The combination of CAN and gamma-IR shows significant anti-tumor potential in inhibiting HepG2 cell proliferation and survival. It works by modulating glycolytic metabolism, autophagy, and apoptosis pathways, as well as disrupting signaling pathways related to tumor progression, ultimately improving treatment outcomes.

JOURNAL OF CANCER RESEARCH AND THERAPEUTICS (2021)

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ATIC inhibits autophagy in hepatocellular cancer through the AKT/FOXO3 pathway and serves as a prognostic signature for modeling patient survival

Hao Zhang et al.

Summary: The study identified the correlation between autophagy-related genes and the prognosis of hepatocellular carcinoma patients, and established a reliable prognostic model based on 12 genes. This model can effectively predict patients' survival time, reflecting their immune characteristics and status. Furthermore, ATIC inhibits autophagy and promotes the progression of liver cancer through the AKT/FOXO3 signaling pathway.

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Jolkinolide B attenuates laryngeal cancer cell growth and induces apoptosis via PTEN/PI3K/Akt signaling pathway

Lei Dong et al.

Summary: The study suggests that JB inhibits proliferation, migration, and invasion of laryngeal cancer cells while promoting apoptosis, possibly through modulation of the PI3K/Akt pathway.

IN VITRO CELLULAR & DEVELOPMENTAL BIOLOGY-ANIMAL (2021)

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Homoharringtonine inhibits the progression of hepatocellular carcinoma by suppressing the PI3K/AKT/GSK3β/Slug signaling pathway

Hong-Yuan Liu et al.

Summary: The study evaluated the antitumor efficacy of HHT on hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC) and revealed its underlying molecular mechanisms. In vitro experiments showed that HHT inhibited the proliferation, migration, invasion, and epithelial-mesenchymal transition (EMT) of HCC cells, and induced cell cycle arrest at the G2 phase and apoptosis. In vivo experiments demonstrated a significant tumor-suppressive effect of HHT on HCC, and indicated that HHT suppressed the growth of HCC at least partially through the PI3K/AKT/GSK3 beta/Slug signaling pathway.

NEOPLASMA (2021)

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CD73 is a hypoxia-responsive gene and promotes the Warburg effect of human gastric cancer cells dependent on its enzyme activity

Xiaopeng Cao et al.

Summary: The research revealed that CD73 is associated with glycolysis in gastric cancer and induced by hypoxia. Genetic silencing of CD73 reduces cell proliferation and glycolytic ability, while overexpression has the opposite effect. Pharmacological inhibition of CD73 activity or hijacking tumor glycolysis can inhibit its oncogenic roles.

JOURNAL OF CANCER (2021)

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miR-4677-3p participates proliferation and metastases of gastric cancer cell via CEMIP-PI3K/AKT signaling pathway

Chen Mi et al.

Summary: Gastric cancer ranks among the top three leading causes of cancer-related deaths globally. The dysregulation of miR-4677-3p has been linked to the modulation of invasion and migration in various cancer cell types. This study demonstrates that miR-4677-3p is down-regulated in gastric cancer tissues and cells, and over-expression of miR-4677-3p suppresses cell proliferation, migration, and invasion by targeting the CEMIP-PI3K/AKT signaling pathway axis.

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MST4 negatively regulates the EMT, invasion and metastasis of HCC cells by inactivating PI3K/AKT/Snail1 axis

Mei-Juan Dian et al.

Summary: In this study, low MST4 expression was found to be highly associated with the advanced progression of HCC and serve as a prognostic biomarker for HCC patients of clinical-stage III-IV. Functional studies revealed that MST4 inactivation induced EMT of HCC cells, promoted their migratory and invasive potential in vitro, and facilitated intrahepatic metastasis in vivo, while MST4 overexpression exhibited opposite phenotypes. Mechanistically, MST4 inactivation elevated the expression and nuclear translocation of Snail1 through the PI3K/AKT signaling pathway, inducing the EMT phenotype of HCC cells and enhancing their invasive and metastatic potential.

JOURNAL OF CANCER (2021)

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MicroRNA-92b augments sorafenib resistance in hepatocellular carcinoma via targeting PTEN to activate PI3K/AKT/mTOR signaling

Zhouyang Cheng et al.

Summary: The study found that miR-92b plays a significant role in mediating sorafenib resistance in hepatocellular carcinoma cells by directly targeting PTEN and activating the PI3K/AKT/mTOR pathway, leading to increased resistance to sorafenib treatment.

BRAZILIAN JOURNAL OF MEDICAL AND BIOLOGICAL RESEARCH (2021)

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Asparagus Polysaccharide inhibits the Hypoxia-induced migration, invasion and angiogenesis of Hepatocellular Carcinoma Cells partly through regulating HIF1α/VEGF expression via MAPK and PI3K signaling pathway

Wei Cheng et al.

Summary: Our research demonstrates that ASP effectively suppresses hypoxia-induced proliferation, migration, invasion, and angiogenesis of HCC cells, partly through regulating HIF-1 alpha/VEGF expression via MAPK and PI3K signaling pathways.

JOURNAL OF CANCER (2021)

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Aberrant expression of PI3K/AKT signaling is involved in apoptosis resistance of hepatocellular carcinoma

Zhuangqiang Wang et al.

Summary: Our study investigated the impact of upregulated PI3K/AKT signaling on hepatocellular carcinoma, showing that abnormal expression contributes to apoptosis resistance. Overexpression of PTEN sensitized cells to chemotherapy drugs and induced apoptotic cell death, suggesting a potential therapeutic target for HCC.

OPEN LIFE SCIENCES (2021)

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Current status of sorafenib nanoparticle delivery systems in the treatment of hepatocellular carcinoma

Fan-Hua Kong et al.

Summary: Hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC) is the most common type of liver cancer and has high resistance to traditional chemotherapy. Sorafenib, an oral kinase inhibitor, has shown improved survival rates for advanced liver cancer patients, but its clinical application is limited by poor solubility and low bioavailability. Nanoparticles have been explored to enhance the therapeutic efficacy of sorafenib in treating HCC, offering new hope for liver cancer treatment.

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Gong-En Tang et al.

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Reprogramming of fatty acid metabolism in cancer

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Milad Ashrafizadeh et al.

EUROPEAN JOURNAL OF PHARMACOLOGY (2020)

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Association of the Epithelial-Mesenchymal Transition (EMT) with Cisplatin Resistance

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BIOCHEMICAL AND BIOPHYSICAL RESEARCH COMMUNICATIONS (2020)

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Tao Sheng et al.

ANNALS OF PALLIATIVE MEDICINE (2020)

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ONCOTARGETS AND THERAPY (2020)

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ANNALS OF SURGICAL ONCOLOGY (2019)

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Dbx2 exhibits a tumor-promoting function in hepatocellular carcinoma cell lines via regulating Shh-Gli1 signaling

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WORLD JOURNAL OF GASTROENTEROLOGY (2019)

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UNITED EUROPEAN GASTROENTEROLOGY JOURNAL (2019)

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NATURE REVIEWS GASTROENTEROLOGY & HEPATOLOGY (2019)

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BIOCHEMICAL AND BIOPHYSICAL RESEARCH COMMUNICATIONS (2019)

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Intricate role of mitochondrial lipid in mitophagy and mitochondrial apoptosis: its implication in cancer therapeutics

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CELLULAR AND MOLECULAR LIFE SCIENCES (2019)

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Casticin inhibits growth and enhances ionizing radiation-induced apoptosis through the suppression of STAT3 signaling cascade

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JOURNAL OF CELLULAR BIOCHEMISTRY (2019)

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PHARMACOLOGICAL RESEARCH (2019)

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Ruscogenin suppressed the hepatocellular carcinoma metastasis via PI3K/Akt/mTOR signaling pathway

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Exosomal microRNA-32-5p induces multidrug resistance in hepatocellular carcinoma via the PI3K/Akt pathway

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JOURNAL OF EXPERIMENTAL & CLINICAL CANCER RESEARCH (2018)

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LAMP3 regulates hepatic lipid metabolism through activating PI3K/Akt pathway

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MOLECULAR AND CELLULAR ENDOCRINOLOGY (2018)

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Kanglaite reverses multidrug resistance of HCC by inducing apoptosis and cell cycle arrest via PI3K/AKT pathway

Chendong Yang et al.

ONCOTARGETS AND THERAPY (2018)

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Young Yun Jung et al.

FRONTIERS IN PHARMACOLOGY (2018)

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Magnolol: A Neolignan from the Magnolia Family for the Prevention and Treatment of Cancer

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INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF MOLECULAR SCIENCES (2018)

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Endothelial cell CD36 optimizes tissue fatty acid uptake

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JOURNAL OF CLINICAL INVESTIGATION (2018)

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HSCs-derived COMP drives hepatocellular carcinoma progression by activating MEK/ERK and PI3K/AKT signaling pathways

Qing Li et al.

JOURNAL OF EXPERIMENTAL & CLINICAL CANCER RESEARCH (2018)

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CPEB1 mediates hepatocellular carcinoma cancer stemness and chemoresistance

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CELL DEATH & DISEASE (2018)

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TIPE Family of Proteins and Its Implications in Different Chronic Diseases

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INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF MOLECULAR SCIENCES (2018)

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C2-ceramide enhances sorafenib-induced caspase-dependent apoptosis via PI3K/AKT/mTOR and Erk signaling pathways in HCC cells

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APPLIED MICROBIOLOGY AND BIOTECHNOLOGY (2017)

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The ectonucleotidases CD39 and CD73: Novel checkpoint inhibitor targets

Bertrand Allard et al.

IMMUNOLOGICAL REVIEWS (2017)

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Yaling Li et al.

JOURNAL OF CELLULAR BIOCHEMISTRY (2017)

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Wanted DEAD/H or Alive: Helicases Winding Up in Cancers

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Annual Report to the Nation on the Status of Cancer, 1975-2014, Featuring Survival

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JNCI-JOURNAL OF THE NATIONAL CANCER INSTITUTE (2017)

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IL-37 induces autophagy in hepatocellular carcinoma cells by inhibiting the PI3K/AKT/mTOR pathway

Ting-Ting Li et al.

MOLECULAR IMMUNOLOGY (2017)

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Overexpression of transcription factor activating enhancer binding protein 4 (TFAP4) predicts poor prognosis for colorectal cancer patients

Jianchang Wei et al.

EXPERIMENTAL AND THERAPEUTIC MEDICINE (2017)

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Annual Report to the Nation on the Status of Cancer, 1975-2014, Featuring Survival

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Wanted DEAD/H or Alive: Helicases Winding Up in Cancers

Wanpei Cai et al.

JNCI-JOURNAL OF THE NATIONAL CANCER INSTITUTE (2017)

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CD73-adenosine: a next-generation target in immuno-oncology

David Allard et al.

IMMUNOTHERAPY (2016)

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Oleanolic acid induced autophagic cell death in hepatocellular carcinoma cells via PI3K/Akt/mTOR and ROS-dependent pathway

Yang Shi et al.

KOREAN JOURNAL OF PHYSIOLOGY & PHARMACOLOGY (2016)

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Correlation of PDK1 expression with clinicopathologic features and prognosis of hepatocellular carcinoma

Junrong Wang et al.

ONCOTARGETS AND THERAPY (2016)

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Alpha fetoprotein mediates HBx induced carcinogenesis in the hepatocyte cytoplasm

Chao Zhang et al.

INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF CANCER (2015)

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MiR-20a Induces Cell Radioresistance by Activating the PTEN/PI3K/Akt Signaling Pathway in Hepatocellular Carcinoma

Yuqin Zhang et al.

INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF RADIATION ONCOLOGY BIOLOGY PHYSICS (2015)

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Galectin-1 Triggers Epithelial-Mesenchymal Transition in Human Hepatocellular Carcinoma Cells

Maria L. Bacigalupo et al.

JOURNAL OF CELLULAR PHYSIOLOGY (2015)

Article Gastroenterology & Hepatology

EASL–EORTC Clinical Practice Guidelines: Management of hepatocellular carcinoma

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JOURNAL OF HEPATOLOGY (2015)

Review Nutrition & Dietetics

Structure-Function of CD36 and Importance of Fatty Acid Signal Transduction in Fat Metabolism

Marta Yanina Pepino et al.

ANNUAL REVIEW OF NUTRITION, VOL 34 (2014)

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Obesity-associated mechanisms of hepatocarcinogenesis

Raffi Karagozian et al.

METABOLISM-CLINICAL AND EXPERIMENTAL (2014)

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Inhibition of Aurora-B suppresses HepG2 cell invasion and migration via the PI3K/Akt/NF-κB signaling pathway in vitro

Ren Feng Shan et al.

EXPERIMENTAL AND THERAPEUTIC MEDICINE (2014)

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YB-1 protein: functions and regulation

Dmitry N. Lyabin et al.

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Role of PI3K, mTOR and Akt2 signalling in hepatic tumorigenesis via the control of PKM2 expression

Ivan Nemazanyy et al.

BIOCHEMICAL SOCIETY TRANSACTIONS (2013)

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Chrysin enhances sensitivity of BEL-7402/ADM cells to doxorubicin by suppressing PI3K/Akt/Nrf2 and ERK/Nrf2 pathway

Ai-Mei Gao et al.

CHEMICO-BIOLOGICAL INTERACTIONS (2013)

Article Medicine, Research & Experimental

Dual PI3K/mTOR inhibitor NVP-BEZ235-induced apoptosis of hepatocellular carcinoma cell lines is enhanced by inhibitors of autophagy

Zhexing Chang et al.

INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF MOLECULAR MEDICINE (2013)

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HBx induces HepG-2 cells autophagy through PI3K/Akt-mTOR pathway

Peng Wang et al.

MOLECULAR AND CELLULAR BIOCHEMISTRY (2013)

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CD39 and CD73 in immunity and inflammation

Luca Antonioli et al.

TRENDS IN MOLECULAR MEDICINE (2013)

Review Oncology

Galectin-1 as a potent target for cancer therapy: role in the tumor microenvironment

Koichi Ito et al.

CANCER AND METASTASIS REVIEWS (2012)

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Bufalin induces G0/G1 phase arrest through inhibiting the levels of cyclin D, cyclin E, CDK2 and CDK4, and triggers apoptosis via mitochondrial signaling pathway in T24 human bladder cancer cells

Wen-Wen Huang et al.

MUTATION RESEARCH-FUNDAMENTAL AND MOLECULAR MECHANISMS OF MUTAGENESIS (2012)

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Elevated serum alpha fetoprotein levels promote pathological progression of hepatocellular carcinoma

Peng Li et al.

WORLD JOURNAL OF GASTROENTEROLOGY (2011)

Review Biochemistry & Molecular Biology

Matrix Metalloproteinases: Regulators of the Tumor Microenvironment

Kai Kessenbrock et al.

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Unfolded protein response activation contributes to chemoresistance in hepatocellular carcinoma

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EUROPEAN JOURNAL OF GASTROENTEROLOGY & HEPATOLOGY (2010)

Review Gastroenterology & Hepatology

Hepatocellular carcinoma: a global view

Ju Dong Yang et al.

NATURE REVIEWS GASTROENTEROLOGY & HEPATOLOGY (2010)

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Josep M. Llovet et al.

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Understanding the biology of angiogenesis: Review of the most important molecular mechanisms

Zaher K. Otrock et al.

BLOOD CELLS MOLECULES AND DISEASES (2007)

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The Oscar-worthy role of Myc in apoptosis

Natalie Meyer et al.

SEMINARS IN CANCER BIOLOGY (2006)

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The evolution of phosphatidylinositol 3-kinases as regulators of growth and metabolism

Jeffrey A. Engelman et al.

NATURE REVIEWS GENETICS (2006)

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Structure and function of matrix metalloproteinases and TIMPs

H Nagase et al.

CARDIOVASCULAR RESEARCH (2006)

Review Medicine, Research & Experimental

Biological roles of alpha-fetoprotein during pregnancy and perinatal development

GJ Mizejewski

EXPERIMENTAL BIOLOGY AND MEDICINE (2004)

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An overview of the basic helix-loop-helix proteins

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Trends in biomarker research for cancer detection

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LANCET ONCOLOGY (2001)

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Cellular responses to DNA damage

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ANNUAL REVIEW OF PHARMACOLOGY AND TOXICOLOGY (2001)