November 8, 2013

A*STAR Scientists Uncover Potential Drug Target To Nip Cancer In The Bud


This discovery could eradicate cancers more effectively and prevent relapses

1.   Scientists at A*STAR have discovered an enzyme, Wip1 phosphatase, as a potential target to weed out the progression of cancer. Although studies in the past have revealed that this enzyme plays a critical role in regulating the budding of tumours, scientists have for the first time unearthed a mechanism for its mode of action.