Metabolic 'reprogramming' by p53 gene family leads to tumor regression

[Northerner]

Altering members of the p53 gene family, known as tumor suppressor genes, causes rapid regression of tumors that are deficient in or totally missing p53, scientists have found. The investigation showed that, in vivo, the genes p63 and p73 can be manipulated to upregulate or increase levels of IAPP, a protein important for the body's ability to metabolize glucose. IAPP is found in some diabetes drugs already on the market.

http://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2014/11/141117110700.htm