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FSP1, a key ferroptosis suppressor with therapeutic potential
Xiaoxue Bai1, Jiawei Zhu1, Baichen Xiong1
1School of Pharmacy, China Pharmaceutical University, Nanjing 211198, PR China.
Biochemical Pharmacology
|June 10, 2026
Summary
Ferroptosis suppressor protein 1 (FSP1) is a key regulator of cell death, acting as an antioxidant. This review details FSP1
Area of Science:
- Biochemistry
- Cell Biology
- Oncology
Background:
- Ferroptosis is an iron-dependent cell death marked by lipid peroxidation.
- Ferroptosis suppressor protein 1 (FSP1) is a critical regulator of ferroptosis.
- FSP1 functions independently of canonical pathways, utilizing antioxidant mechanisms involving coenzyme Q10 and vitamin K.
Purpose of the Study:
- To provide a comprehensive review of FSP1.
- To focus on FSP1's regulatory mechanisms, disease roles, and therapeutic potential.
- To offer insights into FSP1-modulating interventions for diseases like cancer.
Main Methods:
- Literature review of recent studies on ferroptosis and FSP1.
- Analysis of FSP1's biochemical functions and signaling pathways.
- Examination of FSP1's pathological involvement and drug development.
Main Results:
- FSP1 plays a significant role in suppressing ferroptosis through antioxidant activity.
- FSP1 is implicated in the pathology of various diseases.
- Targeting FSP1 presents therapeutic opportunities for cancer and other conditions.
Conclusions:
- FSP1 is a crucial target for therapeutic strategies.
- Further research into FSP1 modulation can lead to novel treatments.
- Understanding FSP1 offers a basis for innovative disease interventions.