In this Discussion, you are expected to read chapter 53 of – The Molecular Basis of Cancer textbook by Mendelsohn et. al. and write a thread on “How Useful are Interferons Interferon in Oncology?” You are expected to use the outline below in your writing;
What are interferons?
Do interferons contribute to oncogenesis (if yes, then how exactly)?
With pertinent examples, describe these antitumor effects of interferons;
Pro-apoptosis
Immune effects
Inhibition of metastasis
Inhibition of angiogenesis