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    • Downregulation of EGFR signaling demonstrates therapeutic benefits in preclinical and clinical cancer studies.

    Conclusions:

    • Understanding the intricate regulation between the cell cycle, cell growth, and cell death is crucial for developing effective cancer therapies.
    • Targeting EGFR signaling represents a viable therapeutic strategy for various human cancers.
    • Further research into EGFR-mediated pathways can lead to the development of novel anti-cancer treatments.