The dynamic nature of senescence in cancer
Authors
- S. Lee
- C.A. Schmitt
Journal
- Nature Cell Biology
Citation
- Nat Cell Biol 21 (1): 94-101
Abstract
Cellular senescence is implicated in physiological and pathological processes spanning development, wound healing, age-related decline in organ functions and cancer. Here, we discuss cell-autonomous and non-cell-autonomous properties of senescence in the context of tumour formation and anticancer therapy, and characterize these properties, such as reprogramming into stemness, tissue remodelling and immune crosstalk, as far more dynamic than suggested by the common view of senescence as an irreversible, static condition.