Fighting Fire With Lipoproteins: Antioxidant Defense in Cancer - Dylan Calhoon

Year
2025
Summary

Cancer cells survive extreme oxidative stress by importing lipoproteins that deliver vitamin E, a powerful antioxidant. This creates a fire-resistant shield that prevents ferroptotic cell death. Blocking vitamin E delivery or lipoprotein uptake removes this protection, revealing a new vulnerability that could influence tumor growth and treatment response.