Special protein found in bacteria could cause cancer cells to self-destruct, Spanish scientists say
A protein emitted by a specific type of bacteria can cause cancer cells to self-destruct, potentially paving the way for new ...
New bacterial protein could make cancer cells kill themselves; study finds
Scientists have identified HapA, a protein from Vibrio cholerae, that triggers programmed cell death in cancer cells. This ...
Researchers may have discovered why cells sometimes kill themselves unnecessarily
In a human body, cells are constantly making life-or-death decisions. If they make the wrong choice, the result can be cancer. It may be possible to treat diseases by influencing this behavior.
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The hidden iron switch that makes cancer cells self-destruct
Scientists discovered that inhibiting the enzyme STK17B forces multiple myeloma cells into iron-driven death and makes ...
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Tumor-targeting Salmonella engineered to boost colon cancer survival
Scientists have engineered Salmonella bacteria to self-destruct inside tumors, releasing signals that spark powerful immune hubs and shrink colon cancer in mice, opening the door to “living medicines” ...