Withanolides are compounds found in plants that have shown promise in inhibiting cancer cell growth and preventing metastasis. However, obtaining these compounds in large quantities has been challenging. Researchers at Moffitt Cancer Center have developed a scalable synthesis method for withanolides, allowing for efficient production on a gram scale. This innovative approach eliminates the need for plant extraction, making it easier to access these compounds for research and therapeutic development. Withanolides have the potential to be used in new cancer treatments due to their ability to target multiple cellular pathways, enhance the immune system, and overcome drug resistance in cancer cells.
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Researchers develop scalable synthesis of cancer-fighting compounds
