Oncogene-driven metabolic regulation of Dihydroceramide Desaturase 1 (DES1) converges on GAPDH in matrix-detached conditions
Danielle Lambadis, Victoria Franzi, Deanna M Peperno, Ryan W. Linzer, Jonathan Aminov, Hector R Romero Garcia, Charly N Campanella, Andrew E Resnick, Folnetti A. Alvarez, Janet J. Allopenna, Christopher J. Clarke
This study identifies a novel pathway where oncogenic PI3K pathway drives DES1 activity through GAPDH in matrix-detached conditions, linking glucose and sphingolipid metabolism.
bioRxiv · Jun 20, 2026 · PreprintCancer Biology