Aurora Kinase

Aurora Kinase is a type of enzyme that plays a crucial role in cell division, specifically during the process of mitosis, where a single cell divides into two. It helps ensure that chromosomes are evenly distributed to the daughter cells. There are different types of Aurora Kinases, named A, B, and C, each with specific functions. Because of their important role in cell division, they have become a focus in cancer research; when Aurora Kinases malfunction, it can lead to uncontrolled cell growth, contributing to tumor development. Targeting these kinases is being explored as a potential cancer treatment strategy.