Cancers,
Journal Year:
2023,
Volume and Issue:
15(6), P. 1909 - 1909
Published: March 22, 2023
Immunotherapy
targeting
the
interaction
between
programmed
cell
death
protein
1
(PD-1)
and
death-ligand
(PD-L1)
is
a
treatment
option
for
patients
with
non-small-cell
lung
cancer
(NSCLC).
The
expression
of
PD-L1
by
NSCLC
cells
determines
effectiveness,
but
relationship
DNA
methylation
has
not
been
clearly
described.
We
investigated
methylation,
mRNA
expression,
in
lines
tumor
biopsies.
used
clustered
regularly
interspaced
short
palindromic
repeats-associated
9
(CRISPR-Cas9)
to
modify
genetic
contexts
endonuclease
deficient
Cas9
(dCas9)
fusions
ten-eleven
translocation
methylcytosine
dioxygenase
(TET1)
(cytosine-5)-methyltransferase
3A
(DNMT3A)
manipulate
methylation.
In
lines,
we
identified
specific
CpG
sites
levels
inversely
correlated
expression.
However,
inducing
interferon-γ
did
decrease
level
these
sites,
using
CRISPR-Cas9,
found
that
directly
confer
negative
regulation.
dCas9-TET1
dCas9-DNMT3A
could
induce
hypo-
hyper-methylation,
respectively,
latter
conferring
showing
functional
impact
biopsies,
inverse
correlation
was
weak.
conclude
there
regulatory
link
since
measures
are
weakly
associated,
this
study
highlights
need
further
research
before
can
be
implemented
as
biomarker
drug
target
improve
effectiveness
PD-1/PD-L1
immunotherapy
NSCLC.
Trends in Pharmacological Sciences,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
45(6), P. 552 - 576
Published: May 25, 2024
The
epidermal
growth
factor
receptor
(EGFR)
family
is
a
class
of
transmembrane
proteins,
highly
regarded
as
anticancer
targets
due
to
their
pivotal
role
in
various
malignancies.
Standard
cancer
treatments
targeting
the
ErbB
receptors
include
tyrosine
kinase
inhibitors
(TKIs)
and
monoclonal
antibodies
(mAbs).
Despite
substantial
survival
benefits,
achievement
curative
outcomes
hindered
by
acquired
resistance.
Recent
advancements
anti-ErbB
approaches,
such
inhibitory
peptides,
nanobodies,
targeted-protein
degradation
strategies,
bispecific
(BsAbs),
aim
overcome
More
recently,
emerging
insights
into
cell
surface
interactome
open
new
avenues
for
modulating
signaling
specific
domains
partners.
Here,
we
review
recent
progress
elucidate
paradigms
that
underscore
significance
EGF
domain-containing
proteins
(EDCPs)
ErbB-targeting
pathways.
Biomedicine & Pharmacotherapy,
Journal Year:
2023,
Volume and Issue:
165, P. 115079 - 115079
Published: July 4, 2023
Canine
primary
lung
cancer
(cPLC)
is
a
rare
malignant
tumor
in
dogs,
and
exhibits
poor
prognosis.
Effective
therapeutic
drugs
against
cPLC
have
not
been
established
yet.
Also,
resembles
human
histopathological
characteristics
gene
expression
profiles
thus
could
be
an
important
research
model
for
this
disease.
Three-dimensional
organoid
culture
known
to
recapitulate
the
tissue
dynamics
vivo.
We,
therefore,
tried
generate
organoids
(cPLCO)
analyzing
of
cPLC.
After
samples
from
corresponding
normal
were
collected,
cPLCO
successfully
generated,
which
recapitulated
architecture
cPLC,
expressed
adenocarcinoma
marker
(TTF1),
exhibited
tumorigenesis
The
sensitivity
anti-cancer
was
different
among
strains.
RNA-sequencing
analysis
showed
significantly
upregulated
11
genes
compared
with
canine
(cNLO).
Moreover,
enriched
MEK-signaling
pathway
cNLO.
MEK
inhibitor,
trametinib
decreased
viability
several
strains
inhibited
growth
xenografts.
Collectively,
our
might
useful
tool
identifying
novel
biomarkers
new
dog
cancer.
Biomedicines,
Journal Year:
2025,
Volume and Issue:
13(2), P. 470 - 470
Published: Feb. 14, 2025
Tyrosine
kinase
inhibitors
(TKIs)
have
transformed
the
treatment
of
epidermal
growth
factor
receptor
(EGFR)-mutant
non-small
cell
lung
cancer.
However,
resistance
remains
a
major
challenge
in
clinical
practice.
The
tumor
microenvironment
(TME)
is
complex
system
composed
cells,
immune
and
non-immune
non-cellular
components.
Evidence
indicates
that
dynamic
changes
TME
during
TKI
are
associated
with
development
resistance.
Research
has
focused
on
identifying
how
each
component
interacts
tumors
TKIs
to
understand
therapeutic
targets
could
address
In
this
review,
we
describe
components,
such
as
fibroblasts,
blood
vessels,
checkpoint
proteins,
cytokines,
interact
EGFR-mutant
they
can
promote
TKIs.
Furthermore,
discuss
potential
strategies
targeting
novel
approach.
Anti-Cancer Drugs,
Journal Year:
2025,
Volume and Issue:
unknown
Published: Feb. 14, 2025
Third-generation
epidermal
growth
factor
receptor
tyrosine
kinase
inhibitors
(EGFR-TKIs)
are
the
first-line
treatment
of
choice
for
patients
with
EGFR-mutant
advanced
non-small
cell
lung
cancer
(NSCLC).
However,
treated
these
eventually
develop
resistance.
One
most
common
mechanisms
is
emergence
EGFR
C797S
mutation.
Whether
first-generation
(e.g.
icotinib
or
gefitinib)
can
sustainably
control
EGFR-sensitive
mutations/C797S
NSCLC
following
third-generation
inhibitor
remains
insufficiently
reported.
Our
case
report
discusses
a
female
patient
adenocarcinoma
carrying
an
exon
19
E746_A750delELREA
mutation
who
received
almonertinib
as
and
developed
resistance
during
therapy.
The
was
subsequently
double
dose
8
months
until
disease
progression
occurred,
along
development
20
T790M
point
TP53
This
provides
clinical
evidence
suggesting
that
EGFR-TKIs
may
be
effective
strategy
acquired
19del/C797S
TKI
Drug Resistance Updates,
Journal Year:
2025,
Volume and Issue:
81, P. 101237 - 101237
Published: March 12, 2025
To
investigate
the
role
of
CD105
in
mediating
drug
resistance
to
EGFR-targeted
therapy
non-small
cell
lung
cancer
(NSCLC).
Imaging
mass
cytometry
was
conducted
on
66
NSCLC
tumors,
44
which
had
EGFR
mutations.
We
correlated
clinical
variables,
including
overall
survival,
with
(endoglin)
expression,
a
co-receptor
for
bone
morphogenetic
protein
(BMP)
signaling.
Two
osimertinib-resistant
EGFR-mutant
lines
were
developed
study
effects
and
disruption.
Single
RNA
sequencing
isogenic
parental
osimertinib
resistant
performed.
Additionally,
ATAC
Cell
ENergetIc
metabolism
by
profiling
Translation
inHibition
analysis
(SCENITH)
used
assess
promoter
chromatin
status
glycolytic
state.
found
negative
correlation
between
expression
survival
patients.
Treatment
or
knockdown
significantly
elevated
lines.
Single-cell
identified
subset
cells
heightened
endothelial
characteristics
altered
pyrimidine
metabolism,
associated
resistance.
These
exhibited
slow-cycling
behavior,
characterized
condensation
reduced
glycolysis.
Combining
carotuximab,
neutralizing
antibody,
transcriptomic
signature,
increased
accessibility,
restored
glycolysis
compared
treatment
alone.
Mass
spectrometry
confirmed
that
carotuximab
re-engaged
signaling
coupling
it
CD105.
Consequently,
re-sensitized
tumors
increasing
their
mitotic
index
ERK
mouse
models.
Carotuximab
effectively
population
sensitivity,
offering
promising
strategy
managing
refractory
NSCLC.
MedComm – Oncology,
Journal Year:
2025,
Volume and Issue:
4(2)
Published: April 14, 2025
ABSTRACT
Osimertinib
is
the
only
third‐generation
EGFR
tyrosine
kinase
inhibitor
clinically
approved
for
first‐line
treatment
of
advanced
NSCLC
patients
harboring
mutations.
However,
drug
resistance
severely
hinders
its
clinical
efficacy.
Acquired
MET
amplification
an
important
mechanism
causing
osimertinib
resistance.
This
study
first
to
identify
fexofenadine,
originally
indicated
allergic
rhinitis
and
chronic
urticaria,
as
a
putative
Met‐inhibitor
by
in
silico
chemical‐protein
interactome
analysis
known
Met
inhibitors.
Fexofenadine
was
verified
inhibit
recombinant
cell‐free
assay
phosphorylation
other
downstream
signaling
molecules
osimertinib‐resistant
cell
lines.
KINOME
profiling
revealed
similar
inhibition
profile
between
fexofenadine
Met‐inhibiting
cabozantinib
using
Spearman
rank‐order
correlation
analysis.
Among
tested
lines,
most
efficacious
potentiating
NCI‐H820
(having
EGFR‐T790M
mutation).
Transcriptome
that
differentially
expressed
genes
following
were
enriched
epithelial‐mesenchymal
transition‐related
biological
pathways.
Importantly,
also
shown
significantly
potentiate
antitumor
effect
drug‐refractory
patient‐derived
tumor
xenograft
model
NSG
mice,
without
inducing
notable
adverse
effects.
These
findings
advocate
evaluation
repurposing
overcome
Pharmaceutics,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
16(7), P. 890 - 890
Published: July 2, 2024
Current
therapies
targeting
the
human
epidermal
growth
factor
receptor
(HER)
family,
including
monoclonal
antibodies
(mAbs)
and
tyrosine
kinase
inhibitors
(TKIs),
are
limited
by
drug
resistance
systemic
toxicities.
Antibody-drug
conjugates
(ADCs)
one
of
most
rapidly
expanding
classes
anti-cancer
therapeutics
with
13
presently
approved
FDA.
Importantly,
ADCs
represent
a
promising
therapeutic
option
potential
to
overcome
traditional
HER-targeted
therapy
delivering
highly
potent
cytotoxins
specifically
HER-overexpressing
cancer
cells
exerting
both
mAb-
payload-mediated
antitumor
efficacy.
The
clinical
utility
is
exemplified
immense
success
HER2-targeted
trastuzumab
emtansine
deruxtecan.
Still,
strategies
improve
upon
existing
as
well
development
against
other
HER
family
members,
particularly
EGFR
HER3,
great
interest.
To
date,
no
HER4-targeting
have
been
reported.
In
this
review,
we
extensively
detail
clinical-stage
EGFR-,
HER2-,
HER3-targeting
monospecific
novel
pre-clinical
bispecific
(bsADCs)
directed
family.
We
close
discussing
nascent
trends
in
HER-targeting
ADCs,
ADC
payloads
ligand-targeted
ADCs.
Research Square (Research Square),
Journal Year:
2025,
Volume and Issue:
unknown
Published: May 7, 2025
AbstractBackground:
Mutations
in
the
epidermal
growth
factor
receptor
(EGFR),
particularly
tyrosine
kinase
domain
such
as
exon
19
deletions
and
L858R
point
mutation,
play
a
critical
role
development
of
non-small
cell
lung
cancer
(NSCLC).
EGFR
is
well-established
therapeutic
target
management
NSCLC.
Methods:
In
this
study,
we
targeted
mutated
(L858R)
using
its
crystal
structure
(PDB
ID:
2EB3)
to
design
inhibitors
(TKIs).
We
curated
library
687
phytoconstituents
from
four
anticancer
plants
(Camellia
sinensis,
Curcuma
longa,
Ginkgo
biloba,
Vitis
vinifera)
IMPPAT
database.
Kaempferol,
morin,
isorhamnetin,
all
emerged
promising
candidates.
Drug-likeness
ADMET
analyses
were
performed
evaluate
pharmacokinetic
safety
profiles
these
compounds.
Pharmacophore
modeling
bioactivity
score
analysis
also
conducted.
Finally,
molecular
dynamics
(MD)
simulations
assess
stability
EGFR-ligand
complexes.
Findings:
The
docking
studies
revealed
high
binding
energies
for
kaempferol
(-8.5
kcal/mol),
morin
isorhamnetin
(-8.7
kcal/mol)
with
active
site,
compared
reference
drug,
erlotinib
(-6.9
kcal/mol).
These
compounds
exhibited
superior
properties,
including
gastrointestinal
absorption
non-inhibition
P-glycoprotein
activity,
unlike
erlotinib.
Toxicity
predictions
showed
mild
immunotoxicity
demonstrating
no
hepatotoxicity
inhibition
CYP3A4
or
CYP2D6
enzymes.
Structural
highlighted
hydroxyl
groups
selected
key
hydrogen
bond
(H-bond)
formation
residues,
enhancing
their
inhibitory
potential.
MD
confirmed
complexes
compounds,
showing
lower
average
RMSD
values
better
convergence
EGFR-erlotinib
complex.
Conclusion:
This
research
underscores
potential
kaempferol,
novel
derived
biloba
NSCLC
treatment.
demonstrated
strong
affinities,
favorable
in
silico.
Further
vitro
vivo
validation
necessary
confirm
efficacy
against