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Is STAT1 an oncogene?
Is STAT1 an oncogene?
Emanuele
Wed Nov 06 2024
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I'm interested in learning about STAT1 and its potential role in oncogenesis. Specifically, I want to know if STAT1 is considered an oncogene.
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GangnamGlitzGlamourGloryDays
Fri Nov 08 2024
Depending on the circumstances, it can function either as a tumor suppressor or an oncoprotein.
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EchoSeeker
Fri Nov 08 2024
STAT1 exhibits dual characteristics in the context of human cancer.
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CryptoNinja
Thu Nov 07 2024
The tumor-suppressive aspect of STAT1 is supported by specific scientific findings.
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Giuseppe
Thu Nov 07 2024
Research has shown that when STAT1 is reconstituted in murine fibrosarcoma cells that are deficient in STAT1, there is a significant reduction in tumorigenicity and metastasis.
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Giuseppe
Thu Nov 07 2024
This effect was observed in nude mice, which are commonly used in cancer research due to their lack of a thymus and therefore an impaired immune system.
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