A remarkable new discovery from the depths of the ocean could revolutionize cancer treatment. Researchers have identified a sugar compound, called EPS3.9, produced by deep-sea bacteria of the Spongiibacter genus.

This long-chain exopolysaccharide—comprised of mannose and glucose—triggers a powerful form of cell death known as pyroptosis, causing cancer cells to swell, burst, and self-destruct. The explosive nature of this process also activates the immune system, rallying it against the tumor.

Lab studies demonstrated potent effects in human leukemia cells, and in mice with liver cancer, EPS3.9 significantly inhibited tumor growth and sparked immune responses .

This natural marine molecule not only directly destroys cancer cells but also serves as a signal flare to awaken the body’s defenses—unlike traditional therapies that rely solely on direct cytotoxicity.

Source: Science Alert

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