March 3, 2026Open Access

Targeting Colorectal Cancer Stem Cells Through Inhibition of the Fibroblast Growth Factor Receptor 4 Pathway with a Novel Antibody

Key Points

Successful identification of CSC-selective membrane antigens highlights potential therapeutic targets.
FGFR4 inhibition using the anti-FGFR4 3B6 monoclonal antibody reveals diagnostic and therapeutic promise.
The development of the 3B6 antibody specifically targets colorectal cancer stem cells effectively.
Implications for colorectal cancer therapy emphasize the need for targeting stem cell pathways in treatment strategies.

Abstract

This study successfully identified several CSC-selective membrane antigens that can become therapeutic targets in CRC. Among them, we focused on FGFR4 as a promising target and developed the anti-FGFR4 3B6 monoclonal antibody which offers potential for both diagnostic and therapeutic applications.

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Gessica Filocamo

Mariachiara Buccarelli

Armin Lahm

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Cancers

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Istituti di Ricovero e Cura a Carattere Scientifico

Università Cattolica del Sacro Cuore

Istituto Superiore di Sanità

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Targeting Colorectal Cancer Stem Cells Through Inhibition of the Fibroblast Growth Factor Receptor 4 Pathway with a Novel Antibody

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