PI3K

PI3K, or phosphoinositide 3-kinase, is an enzyme involved in cell signaling pathways that regulate growth, survival, and metabolism. It acts like a molecular switch, translating signals from outside the cell—such as growth factors—into internal actions that promote cell division and prevent cell death. PI3K plays crucial roles in normal bodily functions but can contribute to cancer development when it's overactive or malfunctioning. Researchers study PI3K to develop targeted therapies for conditions like cancer and metabolic diseases, aiming to control or inhibit its activity when it becomes abnormally active.