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Microtubule stabilizer

1d
Targeting CHD1L suppresses prostate cancer progression via the FOXO3-PUMA axis. (PubMed, J Transl Med)
Our study demonstrates that CHD1L is markedly upregulated in prostate cancer and contributes to tumor progression. Pharmacological inhibition of CHD1L with the selective inhibitor OTI-611 significantly suppresses proliferation, migration, and invasion, while inducing apoptosis in vitro and in vivo. Mechanistically, these effects are mediated through activation of the FOXO3-PUMA axis, as FOXO3 suppression abrogates OTI-611-induced apoptosis. Moreover, OTI-611 exhibits strong synergy with docetaxel, enhancing apoptotic cell death and providing a potential strategy to improve therapeutic efficacy in prostate cancer.
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CHD1 (Chromodomain Helicase DNA Binding Protein 1) • FOXO3 (Forkhead box O3)
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docetaxel
1d
AI-driven multi-omics integration of cancer-associated fibroblasts for prognostic modeling and therapeutic target discovery in head and neck squamous cell carcinoma. (PubMed, NPJ Precis Oncol)
Furthermore, therapeutic vulnerabilities were explored by integrating drug sensitivity prediction, AI-assisted cMAP screening, and molecular docking validation, which identified Epothilone B as a promising agent targeting HBEGF. Overall, this research shows that understanding the heterogeneity of CAFs with AI-enabled multi-omics modeling can reveal prognostic biomarkers and therapeutic targets for overcoming resistance, with the ultimate goal of improving precision oncology for HNSCC.
Journal • Tumor mutational burden
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TMB (Tumor Mutational Burden) • MSI (Microsatellite instability)
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patupilone (EPO 906)
1d
Adenylate Uridylate- (AU-) Rich Element Gene-Based Prognostic Signature and Molecular Subtypes of Prostate Adenocarcinoma: Implications for Prognosis and Immune Microenvironment. (PubMed, Arch Esp Urol)
In this study, we propose that an AREG-based signature comprising ACSM3, ACTG2, and DES effectively predicts prognosis and reflects immune microenvironment characteristics in PRAD. Through systematic analysis, we established a prognostic model utilizing these three AREGs, which demonstrates strong potential as a clinical predictor for PRAD patient outcomes.
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ACSM3 (Acyl-CoA Synthetase Medium Chain Family Member 3)
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docetaxel
2d
Adaptive Androgen Deprivation and Docetaxel in Metastatic Castration Sensitive Prostate Cancer (clinicaltrials.gov)
P2, N=25, Active, not recruiting, H. Lee Moffitt Cancer Center and Research Institute | Recruiting --> Active, not recruiting | Trial completion date: Jan 2027 --> Nov 2028 | Trial primary completion date: Jan 2027 --> Nov 2028
Enrollment closed • Trial completion date • Trial primary completion date
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docetaxel • Xtandi (enzalutamide) • Nubeqa (darolutamide) • apalutamide • triptorelin • Firmagon (degarelix) • Orgovyx (relugolix) • leuprolide acetate for depot suspension
3d
HOMER3 drives oral squamous cell carcinoma progression through TRPV6 calcium influx and TUBB3 microtubule stabilization. (PubMed, Oncogene)
Functional studies reveal that HOMER3 overexpression enhances ECM stiffness, type I collagen deposition, and Aβ accumulation in the tumor stroma, leading to tumor growth and aggressiveness, while HOMER3 knockdown reduces ECM stiffness, disrupts collagen composition, and increases sensitivity to docetaxel. These findings establish HOMER3 as a pivotal regulator of OSCC malignancy and chemoresistance, providing novel insights into its role in orchestrating the tumor microenvironment and identifying it as a promising therapeutic target for OSCC.
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BRAF (B-raf proto-oncogene) • TUBB3 (Tubulin beta 3 class III) • TRPV6 (Transient Receptor Potential Cation Channel Subfamily V Member 6) • CAMKK1 (Calcium/Calmodulin Dependent Protein Kinase Kinase 1)
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docetaxel
4d
Targeting TROP2 Across Solid Tumors: The Clinical Profile and Role of Datopotamab Deruxtecan. (PubMed, Ann Pharmacother)
Dato-DXd offers a promising treatment option for heavily pretreated patients with HR+/HER2- breast cancer and EGFR-mutant NSCLC, providing meaningful clinical benefit with a manageable safety profile. Optimal sequencing and positioning within the rapidly shifting ADC landscape requires further investigation.
Review • Journal
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EGFR (Epidermal growth factor receptor) • HER-2 (Human epidermal growth factor receptor 2)
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EGFR mutation • HR positive • HER-2 negative • HR positive + HER-2 negative
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docetaxel • Datroway (datopotamab deruxtecan-dlnk)
5d
Leveraging Genome-wide Association Studies to Identify Pathogenic Variants for Breast Cancer Among Multiple Continents. (PubMed, Anticancer Res)
This integrative bioinformatics approach prioritized functionally significant BCa-associated SNPs and identified promising candidates for biomarker development and drug repositioning. The nine high-scoring variants, including SLCO1B1 and ARHGEF38 emerge as biologically impactful genes, while MAPT's known drug interactions highlight its translational potential in repurposing existing anticancer agents.
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MAPT (Microtubule Associated Protein Tau) • ARHGEF3 (Rho Guanine Nucleotide Exchange Factor 3)
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paclitaxel • docetaxel
6d
Long-term outcome data for patients with hormone receptor-positive early breast cancer participating in the WSG PlanB trial after preselection by gene expression analysis: 10-year survival results from the WSG PlanB registry. (PubMed, ESMO Open)
Ten-year outcomes for TC and EC-T were similar and excellent; six cycles of TC is an effective option in HER2-negative eBC with pN0 or pN1 and intermediate-to-high-risk disease, according to gene expression analysis.
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HER-2 (Human epidermal growth factor receptor 2)
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HR positive • HER-2 negative
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docetaxel • cyclophosphamide • epirubicin
7d
Lysine demethylase 5D promotes CHEK1 inhibitor sensitivity through p38-mediated cyclooxygenase-2 expression in castration-resistant prostate cancer cells. (PubMed, J Pharmacol Exp Ther)
Correspondingly, a higher sensitivity to SRA737 was observed in a docetaxel-resistant CRPC cell line with elevated KDM5D, and silencing KDM5D caused resistance to this inhibitor. SIGNIFICANCE STATEMENT: This study demonstrated an important role of an epigenetic regulator KDM5D in regulating CHK1 inhibitor sensitivity via a p38/COX-2-mediated prosurvival pathway in certain castration- or drug-resistant PC cells. Our results indicate that PC cells expressing KDM5D may be more sensitive to targeted inhibition of CHK1 kinase, highlighting the potential predictive value of this gene for CHK1-targeted therapies in PC.
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CHEK1 (Checkpoint kinase 1) • KDM5D (Lysine Demethylase 5D)
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docetaxel • SRA737
8d
Synergistic effects of Calebin A and docetaxel on apoptosis and migration in prostate cancer cells. (PubMed, Daru)
CA enhances the antitumor efficacy of DTX by potentiating apoptosis, inhibiting migration, and modulating gene expression associated with metastasis and survival. These findings suggest CA as a promising adjuvant to overcome chemoresistance and improve therapeutic outcomes in prostate cancer.
Journal • IO biomarker
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BCL2 (B-cell CLL/lymphoma 2) • MMP2 (Matrix metallopeptidase 2) • BAX (BCL2-associated X protein) • MMP9 (Matrix metallopeptidase 9)
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docetaxel
8d
Predictive molecular alterations of prostate cancer brain metastases based on a companion diagnostic assay. (PubMed, Discov Oncol)
The current first-line treatment standard for patients with metastatic prostate cancer (mPCa), is a combination of androgen deprivation therapy (ADT) and androgen receptor pathway inhibitors (ARPI), plus the addition of docetaxel for fit patients with high-volume or high-risk disease...Additionally, we found 7/44 patients (15.9%) qualifying for immune check-point inhibitors therapy. We anticipate that these findings will improve the rate of molecular testing in mCRPC patients with brain metastases and advance personalized management of these patients.
Journal • Diagnostic assay • Companion diagnostic • BRCA Biomarker • PARP Biomarker • BRCA Companion diagnostic • PARP Companion diagnostic
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BRCA1 (Breast cancer 1, early onset) • BRCA2 (Breast cancer 2, early onset) • HRD (Homologous Recombination Deficiency)
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FoundationOne® CDx
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docetaxel
8d
A Narrative Review of Evidence, Safety, and Clinical Considerations in Taxane Chemotherapy for Pregnancy-Associated Breast Cancer. (PubMed, Biomedicines)
The safety profile of taxanes, including paclitaxel and docetaxel, in the second and third trimesters of pregnancy remains unclear despite well-established anthracycline-based regimens (e.g., doxorubicin). Taxanes can be used with caution after the first trimester in patients with PABC, especially in high-risk cases following anthracycline treatment. The absence of randomized trials combined with limited developmental data highlight the need for more standardized treatment approaches, aligning with current guideline recommendations.
Review • Journal
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HER-2 (Human epidermal growth factor receptor 2)
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EGFR positive
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paclitaxel • docetaxel • doxorubicin hydrochloride