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Potential application of cell reprogramming techniques for cancer research

Shigeo Saito1,2, Ying-Chu Lin3, Yukio Nakamura4

  • 1Saito Laboratory of Cell Technology, Yaita, Tochigi, 329-1571, Japan.

Cellular and Molecular Life Sciences : CMLS
|October 5, 2018
PubMed

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Cell reprogramming technologies offer new ways to treat cancer by controlling cell fate. This review explores their use in cancer modeling and treatment, addressing challenges like genetic alterations.

Area of Science:

  • Biomedical Engineering
  • Stem Cell Biology
  • Cancer Research

Background:

  • Controlling cell fate is crucial for regenerative medicine and treating diseases like cancer and neurodegenerative disorders.
  • Reprogramming technologies, including somatic cell nuclear transfer and induced pluripotent stem cells, can modify cell plasticity for therapeutic applications.
  • Understanding cancer stem cells (CSCs), their genetic drivers, and epigenetic landscape is vital for effective cancer treatment.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review the application of cell reprogramming technologies in cancer modeling and treatment.
  • To discuss the challenges and strategies related to using reprogramming in cancer research.

Main Methods:

  • Literature review of cell reprogramming technologies.
  • Analysis of their application in cancer stem cell characterization, gene identification, and epigenetic studies.
  • Discussion of obstacles and potential solutions in cancer research.

Main Results:

  • Cell reprogramming holds significant potential for advancing cancer treatment strategies.
  • Key areas include cancer stem cell characterization, oncogene/tumor suppressor identification, and epigenetic modulation.
  • Overcoming genetic and epigenetic alterations in cancer cells is critical for successful application.

Conclusions:

  • Cell reprogramming technologies are promising tools for cancer modeling and therapy.
  • Addressing genetic and epigenetic challenges is essential for realizing their full potential in cancer research and treatment.
Keywords:
Cancer stem cellsEpigeneticsInduced pluripotent stem cellsOrganoid cultureReactive oxygen speciesSomatic cell nuclear transfer

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