Molecular Characterization of Resistance

Abstract

This is a final report of an IDEA Award to study the molecular mechanisms driving acquired antiestrogen resistance. We have identified several genes associated with resistance to ICI 182,780 (Fulvestrant. Faslodex). Additional studies with NFkB reversal with parthenolide have now been completed and submitted for publication (accepted pending minor revisions). Further functional studies on the role of IRF-1 using a dominant negative construct have been published (Bouker et al Cancer Res 64:4030, 2004) and we have collaborated on an additional study that has identified a new estrogen receptor variant in our hormone resistant cells (Han et al. J Mol Endocrinol 32: 935, 2004). This award (entire period) has resulted in the publication of 9 full papers, two reviews, 7 abstracts, and we have two additional papers to be submitted within the next month. Thus, we have made substantial progress in defining initial components of a broader antiestrogen signaling network that is directly associated with acquired antiestrogen resistance.

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Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Jul 01, 2004
Accession Number
ADA431580

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People

  • Robert Clarke

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  • Georgetown University

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  • Antineoplastic Agents
  • Breast Cancer
  • Cell Physiological Processes
  • Cells
  • Chemistry
  • Genetics
  • Health Services
  • Indicator Dyes
  • Medical Personnel
  • Pharmacology
  • Programmed Cell Death
  • Proteins
  • Tumor Cell Line

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