NF-kappa B signature on the aging wall

Doaa Hussein Zineldeen1, Hiroaki Uranishi, Takashi Okamoto

  • 1Department of Medical Biochemistry, Faculty of Medicine, Tanta University, Egypt.

Summary

This review explores the possible role of NF-kappaB in aging and senescence. The authors examine how NF-kappaB, a key transcription factor, may influence aging through its regulation of inflammation and apoptosis. While prior research has shown that NF-kappaB is involved in immune and inflammatory responses, its specific role in aging remains unclear. The study suggests that further research is needed to determine how NF-kappaB is regulated during senescence. The authors propose that understanding NF-kappaB's function could help develop new treatments for age-related diseases. However, the detailed molecular mechanisms remain to be determined.

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