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Suppression of high-grade glioma by Nfib overexpression (2011-2012)

Abstract

High-grade gliomas are the most aggressive forms of brain cancer, with only 50% of patients surviving their first year post-diagnosis. At present there is no cure for this disease and current treatments do not significantly delay tumour progression. Nuclear Factor One ¿B (Nfib) is a transcription factor that may prevent tumour growth through cellular differentiation. We will investigate the role of Nfib in the pathogenesis of high-grade glioma and its potential as a therapeutic target.

Experts

Professor Michael Piper

Professor and Deputy Head of School
School of Biomedical Sciences
Faculty of Health, Medicine and Behavioural Sciences
Affiliate Professor of Queensland Brain Institute
Queensland Brain Institute
Faculty of Health, Medicine and Behavioural Sciences
Michael Piper
Michael Piper