Michael Shun Wang

Mr. Michael Shun Wang

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Academic Career Length

3Years (2024-Present)

(Calculated once Scilit publication data is synced: current year − year of first publication + 1)

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11 December 2024 in Life
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MWMichael Shun Wang
Michael Shun Wang
JSJonathan H. Sussman
Jonathan H. Sussman
JXJessica A Xu
Jessica A Xu
RPReema Patel
Reema Patel
OEOmar Elghawy
Omar Elghawy
PRPrashanth Rawla
Prashanth Rawla
Polycomb repressive complex 2 (PRC2) is known to regulate gene expression and chromatin structure as it methylates H3K27, resulting in gene silencing. Studies have shown that PRC2 has dual functions in oncogenesis that allow it to function as both an oncogene and a tumor suppressor. Because of this, nuanced strategies are necessary to promote or inhibit PRC2 activity therapeutically. Given the therapeutic vulnerabilities and associated risks in oncological applications, a structured literature review on PRC2 was conducted to showcase similar cofactor competitor inhibitors of PRC2. Key inhibitors such as Tazemetostat, GSK126, Valemetostat, and UNC1999 have shown promise for clinical use within various studies. Tazemetostat and GSK126 are both highly selective for wild-type and lymphoma-associated EZH2 mutants. Valemetostat and UNC1999 have shown promise as orally bioavailable and SAM-competitive inhibitors of both EZH1 and EZH2, giving them greater efficacy against potential drug resistance. The development of other PRC2 inhibitors, particularly inhibitors targeting the EED or SUZ12 subunit, is also being explored with the development of drugs like EED 226. This review aims to bridge gaps in the current literature and provide a unified perspective on promising PRC2 inhibitors as therapeutic agents in the treatment of lymphomas and solid tumors.