 SLC31A1 has been identified as a cupropptosis regulating gene in recent studies. It has been found to be associated with colorectal and lung cancer tumoragesis, but its role in other tumor types remains unclear. Furthermore, it has been suggested that SLC31A1 may play a role in regulating copper levels in tumor cells, which could potentially lead to improved treatment outcomes. This article was authored by Fan Cheng Kong, Jian Yang Ren, Ruofan Jiao, and others.