Zinc-Transporting Protein Contributes to Aggressive Growth of Brain Tumor, OU Researchers Find

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The article discusses glioblastoma's aggressiveness related to overexpression of ZIP4, resulting in increased zinc uptake and extracellular vesicle release containing TREM1. This activates brain microglia, promoting tumor growth. Min Li's research suggests targeting ZIP4 and TREM1 for treatment. Tags and concepts align with oncology and brain tumor studies.

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