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Open Access
01-12-2010 | Review
MicroRNA roles in beta-catenin pathway
Authors:
Kai Huang, Jun-Xia Zhang, Lei Han, Yong-Ping You, Tao Jiang, Pei-Yu Pu, Chun-Sheng Kang
Published in:
Molecular Cancer
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Issue 1/2010
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Abstract
β-catenin, a key factor in the Wnt signaling pathway, has essential functions in the regulation of cell growth and differentiation. Aberrant β-catenin signaling has been linked to various disease pathologies, including an important role in tumorigenesis. Here, we review the regulation of the Wnt signaling pathway as it relates to β-catenin signaling in tumorigenesis, with particular focus on the role of microRNAs. Finally, we discuss the potential of β-catenin targeted therapeutics for cancer treatment.