Stanford Uncovers Yew Enzymes for Cancer Drug Production

Stanford Researchers Identify Missing Yew Tree Enzymes Crucial for

A Breakthrough in Taxol Biosynthesis: Unlocking the Enzymatic Blueprint for Scalable Cancer Drug Production Taxol, also known as paclitaxel, has stood as a cornerstone chemotherapy agent for decades, revolutionizing treatments for ovarian, breast, and lung cancers worldwide. Despite its critical role in oncology, the current approach to Taxol production faces substantial limitations. Taxol is primarily harvested by extracting baccatin III, its c…

Stanford Uncovers Yew Enzymes for Cancer Drug Production

2025-06-18 00:41:00 The groundbreaking discovery could revolutionize the production of a vital cancer-fighting drug, Taxol. Unlocking… The post Stanford Uncovers Yew Enzymes for Cancer Drug Production appeared first on TIme News.