Beyond controlling cell size: functional analyses of S6K in tumorigenesis.

Xueji Wu, Wei Xie, Wenxuan Xie, Wenyi Wei, Jianping Guo

Cell death & disease 2022 Jul 25

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As a substrate and major effector of the mammalian target of rapamycin complex 1 (mTORC1), the biological functions of ribosomal protein S6 kinase (S6K) have been canonically assigned for cell size control by facilitating mRNA transcription, splicing, and protein synthesis. However, accumulating evidence implies that diverse stimuli and upstream regulators modulate S6K kinase activity, leading to the activation of a plethora of downstream substrates for distinct pathobiological functions. Beyond controlling cell size, S6K simultaneously plays crucial roles in directing cell apoptosis, metabolism, and feedback regulation of its upstream signals. Thus, we comprehensively summarize the emerging upstream regulators, downstream substrates, mouse models, clinical relevance, and candidate inhibitors for S6K and shed light on S6K as a potential therapeutic target for cancers. © 2022. The Author(s).

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Xueji Wu, Wei Xie, Wenxuan Xie, Wenyi Wei, Jianping Guo. Beyond controlling cell size: functional analyses of S6K in tumorigenesis. Cell death & disease. 2022 Jul 25;13(7):646