The invention is directed to methods and compositions for inhibiting caspase-independent apoptosis. In particular, methods and compositions for inhibiting Omi/HtrA2 activity, as well as method for identifying other inhibitors of Omi/HtrA2. Also disclosed are Omi/HtrA2 specific substrates and methods for identifying other substrates of Omi/HtrA2.
本发明涉及抑制不依赖于 Caspase 的细胞凋亡的方法和组合物。特别是抑制 Omi/HtrA2 活性的方法和组合物,以及鉴定 Omi/HtrA2 其他
抑制剂的方法。还公开了 Omi/HtrA2 特异性底物和鉴定 Omi/HtrA2 其他底物的方法。