The present invention concerns methods and compositions involving inhibitors and of RAD51, a protein involved in homologous recombination. In some embodiments, there are methods for sensitizing cells to the effects of DNA damaging agents, which can have particular applications for cancer patients. In some embodiments of the invention, the RAD51 inhibitor is a small molecule that directly affects RAD51 activity, such as its ability to promote filament formation.
本发明涉及涉及RAD51
抑制剂和RAD51的方法和组合物,RAD51是参与同源
重组的蛋白质。在某些实施例中,有一些方法可以使细胞对DNA损伤剂的影响变得更敏感,这对癌症患者可能具有特殊应用。在本发明的某些实施例中,RAD51
抑制剂是一种直接影响RAD51活性的小分子,例如其促进丝状物形成的能力。