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Webinar | Deciphering cancer: The intersection of epigenetics, metabolism, and tumorigenesis

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Deciphering Cancer Webinar from CST

Epigenetic modifications to DNA and histone proteins are known to regulate metabolic gene expression, which in turn impacts metabolite levels. Conversely, the machinery responsible for modifying DNA and histones at the epigenetic level is highly sensitive to metabolites arising from cellular metabolism. . .

Thus, the metabolic changes associated with oncogenesis may affect the epigenetic machinery, creating a feedback loop that synergistically promotes the progression of cancer. This webinar will examine how, by targeting proteins responsible for the crosstalk between epigenetics and metabolism, we may be able to develop new and effective therapeutic options for cancer treatment.

 

During the webinar, the speakers will:
  • Introduce key concepts and general mechanisms through which metabolites regulate chromatin modifications
  • Discuss the interplay between glucose and acetate metabolism in acetyl-CoA production and how this impacts histone acetylation in tumors
  • Elucidate how the intersection of metabolism and epigenetics influences cancer pathogenesis and may present new therapeutic opportunities.

Featured Speakers:

Kathryn Wellen, Ph.D.
University of Pennsylvania
Philadelphia, PA

Jason Locasale, Ph.D.
Duke University
Durham, NC

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Chris Sumner
Chris Sumner
Chris Sumner was the Editor-in-Chief of Lab Expectations. When he's not reading/writing about curing disease, he's hiking in the woods, playing guitar, or searching for the world's best lobster roll.

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