How Do Caspases Influence Other Cellular Processes?
Beyond apoptosis, caspases are involved in inflammation, cell differentiation, and proliferation. For example, caspase-1, also known as interleukin-1β converting enzyme (ICE), is crucial for processing pro-inflammatory cytokines such as IL-1β. Additionally, caspases have roles in cell cycle regulation and have been implicated in the differentiation of certain cell types, illustrating their functional versatility.
