Abstract
Background: The sensitivity of non-S-phase cells to Top1-targeting drugs has been under-explored. Results: Quiescent Top2β-deficient cells are specifically hypersensitive to Top1-targeting drugs. Conclusion: Top2α deficiency promotes camptothecin-induced apoptosis as a result of RNA polymerase II depletion and p53 accumulation. Significance: This study has identified Top2α as a novel determinant for camptothecin sensitivity.
Original language | English |
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Pages (from-to) | 7182-7192 |
Number of pages | 11 |
Journal | Journal of Biological Chemistry |
Volume | 288 |
Issue number | 10 |
DOIs | |
Publication status | Published - Mar 8 2013 |
Externally published | Yes |
ASJC Scopus subject areas
- Molecular Biology
- Biochemistry
- Cell Biology