Rho GTPases, which control processes such as cell proliferation and cytoskeleton remodeling, are often hyper-expressed in tumors. Several members, such as RhoA/B/C, must be isoprenylated to interact with their effectors. Statins, by inhibiting the synthesis of prenyl groups, may affect RhoA/B/C activity and represent a promising tool in anticancer therapy.

Statins-mediated inhibition of rho GTPases as a potential tool in anti-tumor therapy

RIGANTI, Chiara;ALDIERI, Elisabetta;DOUBLIER, Sophie Michelle;BOSIA, Amalia;GHIGO, Dario Antonio
2008-01-01

Abstract

Rho GTPases, which control processes such as cell proliferation and cytoskeleton remodeling, are often hyper-expressed in tumors. Several members, such as RhoA/B/C, must be isoprenylated to interact with their effectors. Statins, by inhibiting the synthesis of prenyl groups, may affect RhoA/B/C activity and represent a promising tool in anticancer therapy.
2008
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Rho GTPases; cancer; isoprenylation; statins; chemotherapy
Riganti C; Aldieri E; Doublier S; Bosia A; Ghigo D
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