Kaempferol reduces matrix metalloproteinase-2 expression by down-regulating ERK1/2 and the activator protein-1 signaling pathways in oral cancer cells.

<h4>Background</h4>Kaempferol has been proposed as a potential drug for cancer chemoprevention and treatment because it is a natural polyphenol contained in plant-based foods. Recent studies have demonstrated that kaempferol protects against cardiovascular disease and cancer. Based on th...

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Main Authors: Chiao-Wen Lin, Pei-Ni Chen, Mu-Kuan Chen, Wei-En Yang, Chih-Hsin Tang, Shun-Fa Yang, Yih-Shou Hsieh
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Public Library of Science (PLoS) 2013-01-01
Series:PLoS ONE
Online Access:https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/pmid/24278338/?tool=EBI