London-based drug firm has entered into a new field of developing drugs using proteins secreted by the cells called as “Secretome”.

‘Secretome, proteins secreted by cells, plays a major role in most biological processes and is considered to be an invaluable source for identifying new biomarkers, drug targets and for developing novel biologics.’

Pascal Soriot, AstraZeneca chief executive, said, “We’re tremendously excited to be part of this innovative collaboration as we explore what science can do to advance medical research. Harnessing the power of the Secretome in this unprecedented way will help us to identify new biomarkers, drug targets and ultimately develop next-generation biological treatments.”




The comapny said that Secretome plays a major role in most biological processes like cardiac regeneration, the maintenance of functioning cells for glucose balance, cancer proliferation and migration. This group of proteins is therefore considered to be an invaluable source for identifying new biomarkers, drug targets and for developing novel biologics.
Source-Medindia