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ReviewDiscover oncology2026

Roles of Her3 in carcinogenesis and advances in Her3-targeted cancer therapy.

Chunyi Liu, Junjie Wang, Xiaomeng Wang, Kaiqin Yan, Min Li, Xiumei Sheng

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Review in Discover oncology, 2026. The graph could read no effect estimate from its abstract, so it casts no vote on the map. Not yet cited in PubMed.

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6 authors.

Chunyi LiuDepartment of Biochemistry and Molecular Biology, Jiangsu University School of Medicine, 301 Xuefu Road, Zhenjiang, 212013, Jiangsu, China.
Junjie WangDepartment of Pathophysiology, Jiangsu University School of Medicine, Zhenjiang, 212013, Jiangsu, China.
Xiaomeng WangDepartment of Biochemistry and Molecular Biology, Jiangsu University School of Medicine, 301 Xuefu Road, Zhenjiang, 212013, Jiangsu, China.
Kaiqin YanDepartment of Biochemistry and Molecular Biology, Jiangsu University School of Medicine, 301 Xuefu Road, Zhenjiang, 212013, Jiangsu, China.
Min LiDepartment of Biochemistry and Molecular Biology, Jiangsu University School of Medicine, 301 Xuefu Road, Zhenjiang, 212013, Jiangsu, China.
Xiumei ShengDepartment of Biochemistry and Molecular Biology, Jiangsu University School of Medicine, 301 Xuefu Road, Zhenjiang, 212013, Jiangsu, China. shengxiumei@ujs.edu.cn.ORCID https://orcid.org/0000-0002-9716-0195

Funding

Natural Science Foundation of Jiangsu Province BK20191429Professional Research Foundation for Advanced Talents of Jiangsu University 11JDG063
6 · The paper itself

Abstract

Among the epidermal growth factor receptor tyrosine kinases (EGFR) family, HER3 (Human epidermal growth factor receptor3) stands apart due to its minimal inherent intracellular kinase function. Its kinase domain contains specific amino acid variations not found in other family members, resulting in a stably inactive structural state. The inability to undergo homodimerization necessitates that HER3 pairs with a different receptor to become active; this heterodimerization triggers phosphorylation at its C-terminal tail. Elevated levels of HER3 are linked to enhanced tumor advancement and the spread of cancer, making it a prominent subject of study in oncology. Developing treatments focused on HER3 has become a significant strategy in cancer care. The upregulation of HER3 can initiate signaling through alternative routes that do not require EGFR, via association with other receptor types. This activates compensatory pathways and contributes to resistance against EGFR tyrosine kinase inhibitors (TKIs). Consequently, therapeutic strategies directed at HER3 may help address and surmount such resistance in cancer treatment, this review focuses on the progress in HER3-targeted therapeutic research for tumors and the latest breakthroughs in the development of drugs engaging HER3. Understanding the intricate mechanisms underlying HER3 function and its impact on cancer biology is crucial for devising more effective, precisely targeted interventions in the ongoing war against cancer.

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Cancer therapyDrug resistanceEGFR/ERBB familyHER3

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PMID41866424
PMCPMC13129100

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