Amino Acids, Peptides, and Proteins: News and Research on Thiostrepton

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New cancer drug shows promise in mesothelioma trial

Mesothelioma is a rare but aggressive cancer, usually caused by exposure to asbestos. Inhaled asbestos fibers become lodged in the lungs, causing inflammation that can lead to tumor formation decades later. Worldwide, about ...

Jul 14, 2026

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Minimal drug fragment disables cancer cells' antioxidant defenses, offering hope for hard-to-treat tumors

Scientists at Wake Forest University School of Medicine have discovered a new way to kill cancer cells by blocking their ability to clean up harmful waste. Cancer cells produce high levels of hydrogen peroxide, which can ...

Nov 4, 2025

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