The present invention provides compositions and methods for detecting MMP-induced malignancies by detecting Rac1b expression. The invention further provides compositions and in vitro and in vivo methods for inhibiting MMP-induced malignant transformation by modulating Rac1b expression and/or function.
Northcutt Elementary School College Park GA 1991-1997, West Clayton Elementary School College Park GA 1996-1997, North Clayton Middle School College Park GA 1997-2000, Maynard Evans High Orlando FL 2000-2003