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I asked Gemini, and this was the reply,

This is an excellent question that connects two distinct, but potentially complementary, therapeutic strategies for triple-negative breast cancer (TNBC).

Based on current research, Leronlimab is being investigated for its role in TNBC, but its primary established mechanism does not directly involve inhibiting EZH2.

Here's a breakdown of the two concepts:

1. The Role of EZH2 in TNBC
Your provided text accurately describes the importance of the enzyme EZH2 in TNBC:

Function: EZH2 is a histone methyltransferase that mediates gene silencing, which drives cell division and metastasis in TNBC.

Therapeutic Strategy: Blocking EZH2 (using an EZH2 inhibitor) can restore stability, prevent metastasis, and is a promising avenue for new TNBC therapies.

2. The Mechanism of Leronlimab in TNBC
Leronlimab is an investigational drug that acts as a humanized monoclonal antibody, and its primary target is the CCR5 receptor.

Primary Target: C-C chemokine receptor type 5 (CCR5), a protein found on the surface of some immune cells and also expressed on TNBC tumor cells.

Mechanism in TNBC: Leronlimab binds to CCR5 to block its function, which is associated with:

Decreased Metastasis: Preclinical studies suggest it blocks breast cancer cellular metastasis.

Immunomodulation (Making Tumors "Hot": Crucially, clinical data suggests leronlimab treatment is associated with a significant increase in the expression of PD-L1 on circulating tumor cells.

Increasing PD-L1 is likened to converting "cold" (immune-unresponsive) tumors into "hot" (immune-responsive) tumors, potentially making them more susceptible to treatment with immune checkpoint inhibitors (ICIs).

Improved Survival: In small clinical trials, leronlimab has been associated with improved overall survival and progression-free survival in patients with metastatic TNBC, particularly when combined with chemotherapy or ICIs.

Conclusion on a Combined Role
There is no current evidence to suggest that Leronlimab directly inhibits EZH2.

However, the two mechanisms could potentially play a complementary role in a combination therapy:

Strategy Target/Mechanism Potential Benefit for Combination
EZH2 Inhibition (e.g., using an EZH2 inhibitor) Epigenetic repression and metastasis Attacks the cancer cell's core machinery for proliferation and spread.
Leronlimab (CCR5 antagonist) CCR5 receptor and PD-L1 induction Primes the immune system by making the tumor microenvironment "hot" and responsive to immunotherapy.

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In short, while Leronlimab is not an EZH2 blocker, it is a promising agent for TNBC being studied for its ability to enhance the effectiveness of other cancer treatments, such as immunotherapy. Both EZH2 inhibition and Leronlimab are part of the ongoing research to develop new, more effective treatments for this aggressive disease.