Sashana Dixon

Dr. Sashana Dixon

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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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12 June 2024 in Molecular Biology Reports
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SDSashana Dixon
Sashana Dixon
ATAlice Tran
Alice Tran
MSMatthew S. Schrier
Matthew S. Schrier
JDJianan Dong
Jianan Dong
RDRichard C. Deth
Richard C. Deth
MTMalav S. Trivedi
Malav S. Trivedi

25 June 2024 in Cancer Chemotherapy and Pharmacology
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SDSashana Dixon
Sashana Dixon
AOAnn Tenneil O’connor
Ann Tenneil O’connor
CBChloe Brooks-Noreiga
Chloe Brooks-Noreiga
MCMichelle A. Clark
Michelle A. Clark
ALArkene Levy
Arkene Levy
ACAna M. Castejon
Ana M. Castejon

1 April 2026 in Onco
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SDSashana Dixon
Sashana Dixon
NHNicola Ewen Hall
Nicola Ewen Hall
KDKarelys M Díaz-Dávila
Karelys M Díaz-Dávila
Helen A CrentsilHelen A Crentsil
Helen A Crentsil
ACAna Maria Castejon
Ana Maria Castejon
RLRichard Nii Lante Lamptey
Richard Nii Lante Lamptey
Metastatic castration-resistant prostate cancer (mCRPC) is a prevalent malignancy marked by molecular heterogeneity, which contributes to resistance to standard therapies and poor clinical prognosis. Advances in genomic and transcriptomic profiling have identified key drivers such as alterations in AR, TP53, PTEN, and RB1, which also enable cancer cells to circumvent therapies. Despite such advances, the underlying mechanisms involved in mCRPC drug resistance are complex, creating an urgent need for novel therapies to improve clinical outcomes. To address this clinical problem, strategies focused on targeting underlying molecular and metabolic supportive pathways using nano-delivery systems of diverse drugs could be promising in both CRPC and mCRPC therapy. This review provides an overview of the current understanding of the genomic and microenvironmental landscape of mCRPC and explores emerging classification frameworks aimed at improving patient outcomes. We highlight the potential of integrative multi-omics approaches to inform precision oncology and guide the development of more effective, personalized treatments for prostate cancer therapy.

5 January 2026 in Current Alzheimer Research
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AMAnthony Modaffari
Anthony Modaffari
SDSashana Dixon
Sashana Dixon
MAMamdouh Salman A. Alshehri
Mamdouh Salman A. Alshehri
ACAna M. Castejon
Ana M. Castejon
Alzheimer’s Disease (AD) is a neurodegenerative disorder accounting for 60-80% of dementia cases globally. Several risk factors are associated with increased AD onset, including genetics, physical activity, and varying levels of social interaction. Extensive research has explored potential treatments for AD, among which oxytocin (OX) has shown beneficial effects on memory-related neurological processes. OX has been suggested to modulate neuroplasticity within the hippocampus in rat and mouse AD models. Further studies indicate that intranasal administration of OX may lead to significant improvements in memory and cognition. In addition, a non-peptide agonistic analogue, LIT-001, has been investigated. This review aims to provide insight into the potential of OX as a therapeutic target for AD and to explore alternatives that activate similar cellular signaling pathways.