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Anticancer Activity of Demethylincisterol A3 and Related Incisterol-Type Fungal Products

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This review examines a special group of fungal compounds called incisterols, with focus on demethylincisterol A3 (DM-A3), which shows promise as a cancer-fighting agent. DM-A3 works through multiple mechanisms: it blocks cancer cell growth pathways, inhibits specific cancer-promoting proteins, and has anti-inflammatory effects. The compound has shown strong activity against various cancer types in laboratory and animal studies, making it a candidate for further development as a potential cancer therapy.

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Anticancer drugs targeting topoisomerase II for antifungal treatment

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Researchers found that several anticancer drugs commonly used to treat human cancers can also effectively kill fungal infections, especially resistant strains of Candida. The most promising drug, idarubicin, works by targeting an essential enzyme in fungi called topoisomerase II, causing DNA damage and cell death. This discovery suggests a new strategy for treating serious fungal infections by repurposing existing cancer medications, particularly for patients with drug-resistant infections.

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Marine Fungal Metabolites: A Promising Source for Antibiofilm Compounds

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Bacteria can form protective layers called biofilms that resist antibiotics, causing serious infections. Scientists are discovering that fungi living in seaweed and marine environments produce natural compounds that can break down these biofilm barriers. This review shows that marine fungi offer promising new alternatives to combat antibiotic-resistant infections, though more research is needed to fully explore their potential.

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