Cellular senescence: mechanisms and relevance to cancer and aging

Nov 17, 2024Journal of biochemistry

How cell aging works and its importance for cancer and getting older

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Abstract

is an irreversible cell cycle arrest that may contribute to aging and age-related diseases.

  • Senescence is induced by stresses like telomere shortening and oncogene activation.
  • While it acts as a tumor suppressor mechanism, senescent stromal cells can promote tumor progression.
  • Accumulation of senescent cells over time is associated with aging and related diseases.
  • Senescent cells secrete bioactive molecules, including inflammatory cytokines and chemokines.
  • The intracellular signaling pathways that cause senescent phenotypes are not fully understood.

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