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Notch inhibitor

7d
Identifying the therapeutic potential of niclosamide in overcoming IFN-gamma dependent cancer immune evasion in the tumor microenvironment. (PubMed, Front Immunol)
These findings identify Niclosamide as a potent dual STAT1/STAT3 inhibitor capable of reversing IFN-γ- and hypoxia-driven immune evasion. Repurposing Niclosamide may represent a promising strategy to enhance the efficacy of immune checkpoint blockade in solid tumors.
Journal • PD(L)-1 Biomarker • IO biomarker
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IFNG (Interferon, gamma) • HIF1A (Hypoxia inducible factor 1, alpha subunit) • STAT1 (Signal Transducer And Activator Of Transcription 1)
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PD-L1 expression
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niclosamide
26d
Mitochondrial uncoupling inhibits serine catabolism via FTO activation in metastatic breast cancer. (PubMed, Cancer Biol Med)
The findings herein demonstrated that mitochondrial uncouplers inhibit MSCP through FTO-dependent m6A demethylation. This work identified mitochondrial uncoupling as a novel and promising therapeutic approach for promoting m6A demethylation and targeting MSCP in metastatic breast cancer.
Journal
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FTO (Alpha-Ketoglutarate-Dependent Dioxygenase FTO) • MTHFD2 (Methylenetetrahydrofolate Dehydrogenase (NADP+ Dependent) 2) • SHMT2 (Serine Hydroxymethyltransferase 2)
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niclosamide
28d
A Varegacestat Hepatic Impairment Study (clinicaltrials.gov)
P1, N=35, Completed, Immunome, Inc. | Active, not recruiting --> Completed
Trial completion
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varegacestat (AL102)
2ms
Canonical and noncanonical NF-κB signaling in uveal melanoma: mechanisms, microenvironment, and therapeutic modulation. (PubMed, Med Hypothesis Discov Innov Ophthalmol)
Canonical NF-κB signaling is mechanistically related to UM cell survival, proliferation, and migration, as shown by pharmacologic inhibition like BAY11-7082, and niclosamide and genetic modulation like microRNA-9. NF-κB signaling, particularly the canonical branch, is required for UM malignancy, while noncanonical signaling is linked with high-risk features. Branch-specific genetic manipulations and clinically relevant models should be employed in future research to maximize therapeutic strategies.
Review • Journal
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BAP1 (BRCA1 Associated Protein 1) • TNFA (Tumor Necrosis Factor-Alpha)
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niclosamide • Bay11-7082
4ms
Lactoferrin-modified niclosamide lipid nanocarriers reprogram ferroptosis and antioxidant networks for breast cancer suppression. (PubMed, Int J Pharm)
Concurrently, VEGF downregulation and p53 upregulation reflected additional anti-angiogenic and pro-apoptotic effects. Collectively, the lactoferrin-functionalized Nic-NLC produced the most robust antitumor response, with superior ferroptosis induction, redox modulation, and anti-angiogenic activity.
Journal
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ALOX15 (Arachidonate 15-Lipoxygenase)
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niclosamide
4ms
Dose-Response Relationship of Niclosamide and Metformin Combination in ApcMin/+ Mice: An Integrated In Vivo and Pharmacokinetic Modeling Study. (PubMed, Gut Liver)
Notably, the predicted metformin plasma Cmax remained within a safe therapeutic window at the 100 mg/kg combination dose but exceeded a safety threshold at 200 mg/kg. By integrating in vivo efficacy testing with quantitative modeling, our study identified the 100 mg/kg combination of niclosamide and metformin as the optimal dose for chemoprevention in a murine FAP model, providing a strong rationale for future clinical translation in FAP management.
PK/PD data • Preclinical • Journal
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APC (APC Regulator Of WNT Signaling Pathway)
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metformin • niclosamide
4ms
Niclosamide suppresses gastric cancer progression through YTHDF2 inhibition-affected lactate metabolic reprogramming. (PubMed, iScience)
Our research revealed comprehensive metabolic alterations in gastric cancer, including upregulated lactate metabolism that promotes tumorigenesis via the lactate shuttle. Niclosamide targets the m6A methylation regulatory protein YTHDF2, which influences genes related to metabolism, indicating its potential as a prospective treatment for GC.
Journal
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YTHDF2 (YTH N6-Methyladenosine RNA Binding Protein 2)
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niclosamide
4ms
Novel Therapeutic Strategy for Renal Cell Carcinoma: Niclosamide Enhances Sunitinib Efficacy via DNA Repair and Cell Cycle Pathways. (PubMed, Int J Mol Sci)
Tyrosine kinase inhibitors (TKIs), such as sunitinib and sorafenib, are standard treatments for renal cell carcinoma (RCC). RNA sequencing (RNA-seq) and bioinformatic analyses showed that niclosamide modulated critical pathways, including BRIP1- and FANCA-mediated DNA repair and E2F2-regulated cell cycle progression. These findings provide proof-of-concept that niclosamide enhances TKI efficacy through modulation of DNA repair and cell cycle pathways, supporting the rationale for DNA damage response (DDR)-targeted combination strategies in RCC.
Journal
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FANCA (FA Complementation Group A) • BRIP1 (BRCA1 Interacting Protein C-terminal Helicase 1) • E2F2 (E2F Transcription Factor 2)
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sorafenib • sunitinib • niclosamide
5ms
Succinate Dehydrogenase-Deficient Cancer Cells Have Increased Susceptibility to Ym155 Induced DNA Damage. (PubMed, bioRxiv)
Given the reduced ATP-generating capacity of SDHB -KO cells, we hypothesized they would be uniquely sensitive to futile cycle induction with mitochondrial ionophores (2,4-Dinitrophenol (2-DNP), BAM15, Niclosamide, Nitazoxanide). Thus, the accumulation of succinate in SDH-deficient tumors inhibits KDM4 activity, impairs DNA repair and yields enhanced susceptibility to Ym155-induced reactive oxygen species (ROS) generation. The identified intrinsic susceptibilities of SDHB -deficient cancers has the potential to be therapeutically leveraged.
Journal
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SDHB (Succinate Dehydrogenase Complex Iron Sulfur Subunit B)
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niclosamide
5ms
Implication of an exosome-based gene signature for estimating clinical outcomes of triple-negative breast cancer and assisting in individualized therapy. (PubMed, Sci Rep)
High-risk tumors owned shorter overall survival time, but were suitable for treatment with docetaxel and several small-molecule agents (MK-0752, BRD-K33199242, IC-87114, fumonisin B1, ilomastat, GW-788388, afobazole, and batimastat). Experimentally, inhibition of FAM129B effectively attenuated proliferative and aggressive phenotypes of TNBC cells. Collectively, our findings proposed the exosome-based gene signature for accurate estimation of clinical outcomes and assisting in individually tailoring therapies in TNBC as well as discovered FAM129B as a potential therapeutic target.
Clinical data • Journal • Gene Signature • IO biomarker
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CD276 (CD276 Molecule) • TNFRSF4 (TNF Receptor Superfamily Member 4) • SERPINE1 (Serpin Family E Member 1) • THY1 (Thy-1 membrane glycoprotein) • NRP1 (Neuropilin 1) • TNFSF4 (TNF Superfamily Member 4) • KRT6A (Keratin 6A) • PGK1 (Phosphoglycerate Kinase 1)
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docetaxel • MK-0752
6ms
A Varegacestat Hepatic Impairment Study (clinicaltrials.gov)
P1, N=44, Active, not recruiting, Immunome, Inc. | Recruiting --> Active, not recruiting
Enrollment closed
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varegacestat (AL102)
6ms
Advances in the molecular pathogenesis of lacrimal gland adenoid cystic carcinoma and associated targeted therapies (PubMed, Zhonghua Yan Ke Za Zhi)
Emerging breakthroughs in targeted therapies warrant attention, including antisense oligonucleotides targeting MYB-NFIB fusion genes, clinical trial data of NOTCH inhibitors (e.g., AL101), and PARP inhibitor-based combinatorial regimens leveraging DNA damage repair mechanisms. By integrating fundamental research and clinical translational evidence, this review provides a theoretical framework for optimizing LGACC diagnosis and treatment paradigms.
Review • Journal • BRCA Biomarker • PARP Biomarker
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BRCA (Breast cancer early onset) • NFIB (Nuclear Factor I B)
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AL101