| abstract |
Described herein are compounds that are inhibitors of p21-activated kinases (PAKS). In particular, the compounds described herein are demonstrated to be selective PAK4 inhibitors. The compounds described herein are also demonstrated to reduce the expression of key immune checkpoint molecules, such as PD-1 and CHEK2. Also described herein are pharmaceutical compositions containing such compounds, methods for using such compounds in the treatment of cancers, more specifically, the treatment of pancreatic and lung cancers, and to related uses. |