METHODS FOR INDUCING PROGRAMMED CELL DEATH

摘要

The present invention relates to methods for inducing or promoting caspase-independent apoptosis in a cell, the method comprising exposing to the cell an effective amount of a compound of formula I as described herein. The invention also relates to methods for treating or preventing diseases and disorders by administering to subjects in need thereof an effective amount of a compound of formula I, wherein the compound induces or promotes caspase-independent apoptosis in at least one cell of the subject.