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DNMT inhibitor

1d
Enhanced efficacy of a specific HDAC3 inhibitor in combination with 5-azacitidine against diffuse large B-cell lymphoma. (PubMed, Blood Neoplasia)
We also demonstrated that, compared with that with each drug used as single agents, the combined 5-aza and HDAC3i treatment induced the epigenetic remodeling of DLBCL cells, which resulted in a more potent reexpression of differentiation genes, including XBP1 and ATF4. Our results highlight the importance of specifically targeting multiple layers of the epigenome to maximize the efficacy of epigenetic-based therapies.
Journal
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BCL6 (B-cell CLL/lymphoma 6) • ATF4 (Activating Transcription Factor 4) • XBP1 (X-box-binding protein 1) • HDAC3 (Histone Deacetylase 3)
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azacitidine
1d
Pharmacological boosting of azacitidine/venetoclax in acute myeloid leukemia. (PubMed, Blood Neoplasia)
Azacitidine/venetoclax is the standard treatment for patients with acute myeloid leukemia (AML) unfit for intensive chemotherapy. The potentiated antileukemic activity positions cobicistat as a promising complementary agent in AML therapy. This trial was registered at www.clinicaltrials.gov as NCT06014489.
Clinical • Journal
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CYP3A4 (Cytochrome P450, family 3, subfamily A, polypeptide 4)
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Venclexta (venetoclax) • azacitidine • Tybost (cobicistat)
1d
Sequential Transformation of Polycythemia Vera to Myelofibrosis and KMT2A-Rearranged Acute Myeloid Leukemia Treated With Revumenib: A Rare Case of Clonal Evolution. (PubMed, Cureus)
He was initially treated with azacitidine and venetoclax but demonstrated disease progression. In the setting of a KMT2A::ELL fusion, therapy was transitioned to the menin inhibitor revumenib, resulting in short-term clinical stability and tolerability under continued supportive care.
Journal
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JAK2 (Janus kinase 2) • KMT2A (Lysine Methyltransferase 2A)
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Venclexta (venetoclax) • azacitidine • Revuforj (revumenib)
6d
Demethylation-primed tandem CD19/CD20 CAR T cells in relapsed/refractory B-cell lymphoma: a phase I/II trial. (PubMed, Nat Commun)
Previously, we showed that ex vivo priming with decitabine (DAC) enhances CAR T persistence and efficacy. Single-cell sequencing indicates that DAC priming enriches for memory-like progenitors, which maintain cytotoxic and memory signatures, and upregulates genes associated with T cell fitness and engagement of endogenous immunity. These data establish DAC-priming as a clinically feasible epigenetic reprogramming strategy enhanceing CAR T durability and efficacy, offering a generalizable paradigm for engineered cell therapies in malignant tumors.
P1/2 data • Journal
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CD20 (Membrane Spanning 4-Domains A1)
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decitabine
6d
Mechanism-Driven Repurposing of All-Trans Retinoic Acid (ATRA) for AML1-MTG16⁺ Acute Myeloid Leukemia: A First-in-Human Case Report and Translational Roadmap to Overcome the "Long-Tail" Barrier. (PubMed, Clin Ther)
This case may preliminarily suggest ATRA's potential in AML1-MTG16⁺ AML, offering translational clues for ultra-rare leukemia subtypes, pending further validation.
P1 data • Journal • First-in-human
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CBFA2T3 (CBFA2/RUNX1 Partner Transcriptional Co-Repressor 3)
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Venclexta (venetoclax) • azacitidine
7d
Identification of a Diagnostic Gene Signature Associated with Centrosome Amplification in Pressure Injuries: A Cross-Sectional Transcriptome and Machine Learning Study. (PubMed, J Inflamm Res)
Decitabine was predicted as a potential agent targeting these genes, with DUSP13 showing strong binding affinity (-6.9 kcal/mol)...Their expression patterns may provide supplementary molecular evidence to support the early identification and dynamic risk monitoring of high-risk patients. However, the clinical translational potential of these findings requires further validation through large-scale, multicenter prospective studies.
Journal • Gene Signature
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GADD45A (Growth arrest and DNA-damage-inducible, alpha) • DUSP1 (Dual Specificity Phosphatase 1)
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decitabine
7d
Acute Myeloid Leukemia, Myelodysplasia-Related (AML-MR), With del(5q) and Double Minutes Containing Chromosomal Segment 11q24 Leading to Amplification and Expression of FLI1. (PubMed, Case Rep Hematol)
After eight years and treatment with lenalidomide with excellent clinical response, she developed progressive cytopenias and transformation to acute myeloid leukemia, myelodysplasia-related (AML-MR)...The patient was treated with combination azacitidine and venetoclax and an investigational immunotherapy within a clinical trial...Our findings expand the spectrum of dmin-associated oncogenic amplifications in myeloid neoplasms and highlight FLI1 and ETS1 as recurrent targets of 11q24-derived ecDNA amplification. Recognition of such rare events underscores the importance of integrative cytogenomic profiling for uncovering novel mechanisms of leukemic transformation and potential therapeutic targets.
Journal • IO biomarker
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TP53 (Tumor protein P53) • SF3B1 (Splicing Factor 3b Subunit 1) • KMT2A (Lysine Methyltransferase 2A) • FLI1 (Fli-1 Proto-Oncogene ETS Transcription Factor) • ETS1 (ETS Proto-Oncogene 1) • EGR1 (Early Growth Response 1)
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TP53 mutation • SF3B1 mutation • Chr del(5q)
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Venclexta (venetoclax) • lenalidomide • azacitidine
7d
A phase 1 study of ASTX727 plus talazoparib in patients with triple-negative or hormone resistant/HER2-negative metastatic breast cancer. (PubMed, Cancer)
ASTX727 plus talazoparib produces significant myelosuppression without other adverse events. Modest methylation changes in PBMCs were detected. There were no objective responses, but some heavily pretreated patients had stable disease for >4 months despite the attenuated doses.
P1 data • Journal • BRCA Biomarker • PARP Biomarker
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HER-2 (Human epidermal growth factor receptor 2) • BRCA (Breast cancer early onset) • DNMT1 (DNA methyltransferase 1)
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HER-2 negative • BRCA mutation
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Talzenna (talazoparib) • Inqovi (decitabine/cedazuridine)
8d
Serial Determinations of Molecular Aberrations in Patients with Acute Myeloid Leukemia During Treatment with Oral Decitabine/Cedazuridine. (PubMed, Cancers (Basel))
Disease-modifying activity with decreases in mutated clones is rare. Although the exact mechanism behind our findings remains undetermined, they are in line with the proposed effects of HMA on epigenetics in leukemia cells.
Journal
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FLT3 (Fms-related tyrosine kinase 3) • IDH2 (Isocitrate Dehydrogenase (NADP(+)) 2) • NPM1 (Nucleophosmin 1)
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IDH2 mutation • NPM1 mutation • RAS mutation
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Inqovi (decitabine/cedazuridine)
9d
A survival prognostic model for high-risk myelodysplastic syndrome patients treated with decitabine. (PubMed, Hematology)
Age, bone marrow blasts, iron overload, and high-risk cytogenetics are key prognostic factors. Incorporating clinical, cytogenetic, and mutational variables into new prognostic models may enhance individualized treatment decision-making for high-risk MDS patients.
Retrospective data • Journal
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TP53 (Tumor protein P53)
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TP53 mutation
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decitabine
10d
CLL1 polymeric nanoparticles loaded with PI3K/BRD4 dual inhibitor MDP5 and azacitidine as a novel treatment for TP53 mutated acute myeloid leukemia. (PubMed, Int J Pharm)
The CLL-1 targeted NPs loaded with MDP5 and AZA demonstrated superior AML control and targeting of LSCs in TP53-mutant mice models, while sparing normal hematopoiesis in healthy NSG mice. These promising results highlight a potential efficacy of our novel CLL-1 targeted NP combination approach to treat AML, particularly those harboring TP53 mutation.
Journal • IO biomarker
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TP53 (Tumor protein P53) • MYC (V-myc avian myelocytomatosis viral oncogene homolog) • BCL2 (B-cell CLL/lymphoma 2) • CDK6 (Cyclin-dependent kinase 6) • BRD4 (Bromodomain Containing 4)
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TP53 mutation • TP53 wild-type
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azacitidine
13d
Transferrin-modified liposomes enhance chemosensitivity in hepatocellular carcinoma by suppressing RDM1-mediated DNA repair. (PubMed, Front Oncol)
Post-transcriptional regulation by 5-azacytidine (5-Aza) and synergy with doxorubicin (ADM) were assessed via DNA damage repair and apoptosis assays. AA@Tf-Lip enhanced cellular uptake and tumor specificity, achieving higher tumor inhibition and reduced cardiotoxicity versus free drugs. Indirect RDM1 inhibition via post-transcriptional regulation combined with targeted co-delivery effectively enhances HCC chemosensitivity, offering a safe, precise therapeutic strategy.
Journal
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HRD (Homologous Recombination Deficiency) • RAD51 (RAD51 Homolog A)
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doxorubicin hydrochloride • azacitidine