Researchers synthesize fungal metabolite and derivatives that inhibit crucial enzymes related to cancers

Thursday, March 1, 2012 - 11:01 in Biology & Nature

Nature has provided scientists with an abundant pharmacopeia for fighting diseases and cancer. For example, recent studies have identified several resorcylic acid lactones — compounds derived from mangrove fungi — as potent inhibitors of enzymes that drive tumor growth.

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