Phosphatase Inhibitors

Phosphatase inhibitors are molecules that can block the activity of important enzymes called phosphatases. By doing this, they can control a variety of cellular processes, such as cell growth and signalling, as well as the expression of genes involved in diseases like cancer. Phosphatase inhibitors are an essential component of modern drug discovery and are used by scientists to identify novel drugs and therapeutic targets. They may also be used in research to study the molecular basis of diseases, or to modify cellular processes to generate cell-based therapies.