Dysregulated autophagy is associated with a variety of conditions, including cancer, neurodegenerative diseases, cardiovascular disorders and infectious diseases. However, despite significant efforts, no specific modulators of autophagy have yet been moved into the clinic. Here, Galluzziet al. discuss the therapeutic potential of autophagy modulators and consider the key challenges that have limited their development.
- Lorenzo Galluzzi
- José Manuel Bravo-San Pedro
- Guido Kroemer