Epimimetics: Novel Therapeutics Targeting Epigenetic Mediators and Modulators

Publication date: Available online 30 January 2020Source: Trends in Pharmacological SciencesAuthor(s): Anthony J. HannanEpigenetic alterations have been associated with a wide range of diseases. Furthermore, many therapeutic interventions modelling environmental exposures appear to involve epigenetic mechanisms. Recent progress has been made in developing drugs targeting specific epigenetic components. Here, I propose developing ‘epimimetics’, novel drugs that mimic or enhance therapeutic effects of epigenetic modifications.
Source: Trends in Pharmacological Sciences - Category: Drugs & Pharmacology Source Type: research