Glioblastoma Multiforme: The Role of Hypoxic Microenvironments in Glioblastoma Multiforme Tumors

Authors

  • Katherine Li Monta Vista High School
  • Andrew Zareie Mentor/Advisor

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.47611/jsrhs.v14i1.8626

Keywords:

Glioblastoma, Microenviornment, Hypoxic, Combination Therapy, Cancer

Abstract

Glioblastoma Multiforme (GBM) is a high-grade glioma and one of the most aggressive tumor types within the central nervous system. Extensive research has explored the role of the tumor microenvironment in GBM progression, revealing diverse interactions and pathways that drive its development. A significant focus has been on hypoxic microenvironments, which are common in GBM and contribute to its immunosuppressive nature. The high heterogeneity and immunosuppressive characteristics of GBM present challenges for treatment, often reducing the efficacy of traditional therapies like chemotherapy and radiation. As a result, there is increasing interest in combination therapies as a more effective strategy for managing this aggressive cancer. This paper focuses on exploring research conducted on understanding the role hypoxic microenvironments play in GBMs persistence.

Downloads

Download data is not yet available.

References or Bibliography

Erices, J. I., Bizama, C., Niechi, I., Uribe, D., Rosales, A., Fabres, K., . . . Quezada-Monrás, C. (2023). Glioblastoma Microenvironment and Invasiveness: New Insights and Therapeutic Targets. Int J Mol Sci, 24(8). doi:10.3390/ijms24087047

Forst, D. A., Nahed, B. V., Loeffler, J. S., & Batchelor, T. T. (2014). Low-grade gliomas. Oncologist, 19(4), 403-413. doi:10.1634/theoncologist.2013-0345

Ghosh, D., Nandi, S., & Bhattacharjee, S. (2018). Combination therapy to checkmate Glioblastoma: clinical challenges and advances. Clin Transl Med, 7(1), 33. doi:10.1186/s40169-018-0211-8

McBain, C., Lawrie, T. A., Rogozińska, E., Kernohan, A., Robinson, T., & Jefferies, S. (2021). Treatment options for progression or recurrence of glioblastoma: a network meta-analysis. Cochrane Database Syst Rev, 5(1), CD013579. doi:10.1002/14651858.CD013579.pub2

Nicholson, J. G., Cirigliano, S., Singhania, R., Haywood, C., Shahidi Dadras, M., Yoshimura, M., . . . Fine, H. A. (2024). Chronic hypoxia remodels the tumor microenvironment to support glioma stem cell growth. Acta Neuropathol Commun, 12(1), 46. doi:10.1186/s40478-024-01755-6

Pantazopoulou, V., Jeannot, P., Rosberg, R., Berg, T. J., & Pietras, A. (2021). Hypoxia-Induced Reactivity of Tumor-Associated Astrocytes Affects Glioma Cell Properties. Cells, 10(3). doi:10.3390/cells10030613

Park, J. H., & Lee, H. K. (2022). Current Understanding of Hypoxia in Glioblastoma Multiforme and Its Response to Immunotherapy. Cancers (Basel), 14(5). doi:10.3390/cancers14051176

Tamai, S., Ichinose, T., Tsutsui, T., Tanaka, S., Garaeva, F., Sabit, H., & Nakada, M. (2022). Tumor Microenvironment in Glioma Invasion. Brain Sci, 12(4). doi:10.3390/brainsci12040505

Published

02-28-2025

How to Cite

Li, K., & Zareie, A. (2025). Glioblastoma Multiforme: The Role of Hypoxic Microenvironments in Glioblastoma Multiforme Tumors. Journal of Student Research, 14(1). https://doi.org/10.47611/jsrhs.v14i1.8626

Issue

Section

HS Review Projects