ACAT Inhibitors

Overview

Acyl-CoA cholesterol acyltransferase-1 (ACAT-1) inhibitors block cholesterol esterification, which is selectively toxic to cancer cells.


Status


Purdue Faculty

Dr. Ji-Xin Cheng


Research Articles

Abrogating cholesterol esterification suppresses growth and metastasis of pancreatic cancer

Avasimibe Encapsulated in Human Serum Albumin Blocks Cholesterol Esterification for Selective Cancer Treatment