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Signaling pathway of MAPK/ERK in cell proliferation, differentiation, migration, senescence and apoptosis

Yu Sun1, Wen-Zhou Liu1, Tao Liu1

  • 1a Department of Cardio-Thoracic Surgery , The First Affiliated Hospital of GuangXi Medical University , Nanning , P.R. China.

Journal of Receptor and Signal Transduction Research
|June 23, 2015
PubMed

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The mitogen-activated protein kinases/extracellular signal-regulated kinase (MAPK/ERK) pathway regulates key cell processes. This review explores its role in cell proliferation, differentiation, migration, senescence, and apoptosis.

Area of Science:

  • Cell Biology
  • Molecular Biology
  • Biochemistry

Background:

  • The mitogen-activated protein kinases (MAPK) signaling pathway is crucial for cellular functions.
  • Four distinct cascades, including ERK1/2, JNK1/2/3, p38-MAPK, and ERK5, constitute the generic MAPK pathway.
  • The MAPK/ERK pathway is implicated in fundamental cellular processes.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review the multifaceted roles of the MAPK/ERK signaling pathway.
  • To consolidate current understanding of MAPK/ERK's involvement in cell proliferation, differentiation, migration, senescence, and apoptosis.

Main Methods:

  • Extensive literature search was conducted.
  • A comprehensive review of existing research on the MAPK/ERK pathway was performed.

Main Results:

  • The MAPK/ERK pathway significantly influences cell proliferation and differentiation.
  • This signaling cascade plays a critical role in regulating cell migration.
  • The pathway is involved in controlling cellular senescence and apoptosis.

Conclusions:

  • The MAPK/ERK pathway is a central regulator of diverse cellular behaviors.
  • Understanding the MAPK/ERK pathway is vital for comprehending cell fate determination.
  • Further research into the MAPK/ERK pathway can reveal therapeutic targets.
Keywords:
Extracellular signal-regulated kinasemitogen-activated protein kinasessignaling pathway

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