SMAD2 Cancer Research Results

SMAD2, SMAD family member 2: Click to Expand ⟱
Source: CGL-Driver Genes
Type: TSG
SMAD2 (SMAD family member 2) is a protein that plays a crucial role in the transforming growth factor-beta (TGF-β) signaling pathway, which is involved in various cellular processes, including cell growth, differentiation, and apoptosis.
In some cancers, SMAD2 functions as a tumor suppressor. TGF-β signaling can inhibit cell proliferation and promote apoptosis in normal and early-stage cancer cells. In this context, SMAD2 helps to mediate these effects, and its loss or mutation can contribute to tumor progression. Conversely, in advanced cancers, TGF-β signaling can promote tumor progression and metastasis. In these cases, SMAD2 may contribute to the epithelial-to-mesenchymal transition (EMT), a process that allows cancer cells to acquire migratory and invasive properties. This dual role can make targeting the TGF-β/SMAD2 pathway challenging in cancer therapy.
GC, Gastric Adenocarcinoma: Click to Expand ⟱
Stomach/Gastric Cancer
Scientific Papers found: Click to Expand⟱
2763- BetA,    Betulinic Acid Inhibits the Stemness of Gastric Cancer Cells by Regulating the GRP78-TGF-β1 Signaling Pathway and Macrophage Polarization
- in-vitro, GC, NA
GRP78/BiP↓, TGF-β↓, ChemoSen↑, CSCs↓, SMAD2↓, SMAD3↓, OCT4↓,

Showing Research Papers: 1 to 1 of 1

* indicates research on normal cells as opposed to diseased cells
Total Research Paper Matches: 1

Pathway results for Effect on Cancer / Diseased Cells:


Protein Folding & ER Stress ⓘ

GRP78/BiP↓, 1,  

Proliferation, Differentiation & Cell State ⓘ

CSCs↓, 1,   OCT4↓, 1,  

Migration ⓘ

SMAD2↓, 1,   SMAD3↓, 1,   TGF-β↓, 1,  

Drug Metabolism & Resistance ⓘ

ChemoSen↑, 1,  
Total Targets: 7

Pathway results for Effect on Normal Cells:


Total Targets: 0

Scientific Paper Hit Count for: SMAD2, SMAD family member 2
Query results interpretion may depend on "conditions" listed in the research papers.
Such Conditions may include : 
  -low or high Dose
  -format for product, such as nano of lipid formations
  -different cell line effects
  -synergies with other products 
  -if effect was for normal or cancerous cells

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