MSCs in solid tumors and hematological malignancies: From basic biology to therapeutic applications

Rodrigo Jacamo, Erika Spaeth, Venkata Battula, Frank Marini, Michael Andreeff

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Abstract

Compelling experimental evidence has recently unveiled that the tumor microenvironment plays a crucial role in tumor progression. Importantly, bone marrow-derived mesenchymal stromal cells interact with tumor cells, and these interactions trigger a series of signaling responses that ultimately favor tumor progression and survival. In this chapter, we will describe how the stroma can influence tumor fate and also how we can utilize these stromal cells to deliver antitumoral therapeutic agents based on their innate tropism for tumors and injury sites.

Original languageEnglish (US)
Title of host publicationMesenchymal Stromal Cells
Subtitle of host publicationBiology and Clinical Applications
PublisherSpringer New York
Pages209-235
Number of pages27
ISBN (Electronic)9781461457114
ISBN (Print)9781461457107
DOIs
StatePublished - Jan 1 2013

ASJC Scopus subject areas

  • General Biochemistry, Genetics and Molecular Biology

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