Researchers at Case Western Reserve University found that cellular responses to stress depend on the type, intensity, and duration of exposure, refuting the previous concept of a universal cell response. The study demonstrated the ability of cells to finely tune their reactions, adapting to various conditions.
The scientists also discovered that certain genome types can trigger a self-destruction mechanism in cells under even mild stress. This sheds light on the mechanisms behind diseases such as multiple sclerosis and amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS).
The researchers from Case Western Reserve University plan to continue studying cancer cell responses to chemotherapy-induced stress, aiming to find vulnerabilities in tumors and develop more effective treatment methods.