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Röhrich A, Bergmann R, Kretzschmann A, Noll S, Steinbach J, Pietzsch J, Stephan H. A novel tetrabranched neurotensin(8-13) cyclam derivative: synthesis, 64Cu-labeling and biological evaluation. J Inorg Biochem 2011; 105:821-32. [PMID: 21497581 DOI: 10.1016/j.jinorgbio.2011.02.011] [Citation(s) in RCA: 17] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/19/2010] [Revised: 01/21/2011] [Accepted: 02/21/2011] [Indexed: 12/11/2022]
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New macrocyclic 1,4,8,11-tetraazacyclotetradecane (cyclam) derivatives with 1, 2 and 4 neurotensin(8-13) units 4, 5 and 7 have been synthesized. Compounds 4 and 5 were prepared by the reaction of non-stabilized neurotensin(8-13) and cyclamtetrapropionic acid 2 using 1-ethyl-3-(3-dimethylaminocarbonyl)carbodiimide-hydrochloride and N-hydroxysulfosuccinimide. The tetrameric compound 7 was synthesized by Michael addition of neurotensin(8-13) acrylamide 6 and cyclam 1. The copper(II) complexation behavior of 4, 5 and 7 was investigated by UV/visible spectrophotometry and shows that the metal center resides inside the N4 chromophore with additional apical interactions established with pendant arms. The novel tetrabranched NT(8-13) cyclam 7 with nanomolar neurotensin receptor 1 binding affinity was efficiently radiolabeled with (64)Cu under mild conditions. (64)Cu⊂7 showed slow transchelation in the presence of a large amount of cyclam as competing ligand, while it completely remains intact in the presence of EDTA. The in vivo behavior of (64)Cu⊂7 was studied in rats and mice. The metabolic stability in rodent models was high with a half-life of intact (64)Cu⊂7 in plasma of 34 min in rats and 60 min in the mice, respectively. The binding affinity was high enough to demonstrate in vivo binding of (64)Cu⊂7 to NTR1 overexpressing HT-29 tumor xenotransplants in nude mice. Regarding elimination, (64)Cu⊂7 showed a substantial renal and reticuloendothelial accumulation. On the other hand, metabolization of the compound in vivo with a resulting metabolite-postulated to be the (64)Cu-cyclam-tetraarginine complex-also showed long retention in the circulating blood, preventing a better contrast of tumor imaging.
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- Anika Röhrich
- Institute of Radiopharmacy, Helmholtz-Zentrum Dresden-Rossendorf, Dresden, Germany
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Numao M, Sudo H, Yamamoto I, Nakao N, Kaiya H, Miyazato M, Tsushima N, Tanaka M. Molecular characterization of structure and tissue distribution of chicken neurotensin receptor. Gen Comp Endocrinol 2011; 171:33-8. [PMID: 21199657 DOI: 10.1016/j.ygcen.2010.12.021] [Citation(s) in RCA: 10] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/21/2010] [Revised: 12/14/2010] [Accepted: 12/29/2010] [Indexed: 01/17/2023]
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Neurotensin, a tridecapeptide, is distributed in a wide range of tissues and exhibits multiple functions through its receptors. Hitherto molecular characterization of the neurotensin receptor has been reported in mammalian, amphibian, and fish species but not in avian species. In this study, we cloned the cDNA encoding chicken neurotensin receptor from the duodenum and characterized its primary structure, biological activity and distribution in the gastrointestinal tract. The cDNA encoded a protein consisting of 399 amino acids that had significant overall sequence homology to other vertebrate neurotensin receptor 1 with higher extent in the seven transmembrane domains. Chicken neurotensin increased intracellular Ca(2+) concentrations in human embryonic kidney 293 cells transiently expressing the chicken neurotensin receptor 1. Real-time PCR analysis showed that chicken neurotensin receptor 1 mRNA is expressed throughout the gastrointestinal tract with markedly higher level in the colon/rectum. These results indicate that the chicken neurotensin receptor 1 is involved in gastrointestinal functions through an intracellular signaling pathway accompanied by an increase in Ca(2+) levels.
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- Makoto Numao
- Department of Animal Science, Faculty of Applied Life Science, Nippon Veterinary and Life Science University, Musashino, Tokyo 180-8602, Japan
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Robertson CR, Flynn SP, White HS, Bulaj G. Anticonvulsant neuropeptides as drug leads for neurological diseases. Nat Prod Rep 2011; 28:741-62. [PMID: 21340067 DOI: 10.1039/c0np00048e] [Citation(s) in RCA: 26] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/17/2022]
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Anticonvulsant neuropeptides are best known for their ability to suppress seizures and modulate pain pathways. Galanin, neuropeptide Y, somatostatin, neurotensin, dynorphin, among others, have been validated as potential first-in-class anti-epileptic or/and analgesic compounds in animal models of epilepsy and pain, but their therapeutic potential extends to other neurological indications, including neurodegenerative and psychatric disorders. Disease-modifying properties of neuropeptides make them even more attractive templates for developing new-generation neurotherapeutics. Arguably, efforts to transform this class of neuropeptides into drugs have been limited compared to those for other bioactive peptides. Key challenges in developing neuropeptide-based anticonvulsants are: to engineer optimal receptor-subtype selectivity, to improve metabolic stability and to enhance their bioavailability, including penetration across the blood–brain barrier (BBB). Here, we summarize advances toward developing systemically active and CNS-penetrant neuropeptide analogs. Two main objectives of this review are: (1) to provide an overview of structural and pharmacological properties for selected anticonvulsant neuropeptides and their analogs and (2) to encourage broader efforts to convert these endogenous natural products into drug leads for pain, epilepsy and other neurological diseases.
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- Charles R Robertson
- College of Pharmacy, Department of Medicinal Chemistry, 421 Wakara Way, STE. 360 Salt Lake City, UT 84108, USA
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Olszewski U, Zeillinger R, Geissler K, Hamilton G. Genome-wide gene expression analysis of chemoresistant pulmonary carcinoid cells. LUNG CANCER-TARGETS AND THERAPY 2010; 1:107-117. [PMID: 28210111 DOI: 10.2147/lctt.s12874] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/23/2022]
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PURPOSE Carcinoids are highly chemoresistant tumors associated with a dismal prognosis. This study involved a comparison of the genome-wide gene expression pattern of a chemoresistant and a chemosensitive pulmonary carcinoid cell line to reveal factors that contribute to the resistant phenotype. MATERIALS AND METHODS Gene expression of UMC-11 chemoresistant carcinoid cells as assessed by 32 K microarray was compared with H835 chemosensitive carcinoid cells, and the genes that were differentially expressed and expected to be related to chemoresistance were selected. RESULTS Drug-resistant UMC-11 cells exhibited increased expression of transcripts known to confer resistance to different cytostatics such as P-glycoprotein, multidrug resistance-associated proteins 2 and 3, effectors of the glutathione detoxification and xenobiotics degradation pathways, and ion transporters including Na+/K+-adenosine triphosphatase. In addition, enhanced transcription of several S100 proteins, capable of suppressing apoptosis, regulation of topoisomerase I (topo I) expression by antisense transcripts from TOPO1 pseudogenes, and alterations of the cytoskeleton seem to contribute to the multidrug-resistant phenotype. A multitude of epidermal growth factor (EGF)-related and neuropeptide growth factors, overexpression of proteases, and appearance of aerobic glycolytic metabolism complement the malignant phenotype of the UMC-11 cells. CONCLUSION The multidrug-resistant phenotype of the UMC-11 pulmonary carcinoid cell line seems to be mediated by classical efflux pumps, drug metabolization or conjugation systems, and, possibly, modulation of apoptotic cell death by S100 proteins and topo I expression by pseudogene transcripts. Autocrine or paracrine stimulation by a host of EGF-related and neuropeptide growth factors, as well as high metastatic potency indicated by increased expression of components of aerobic glycolysis and proteolytic enzymes, may furthermore account for the failure of therapeutic interventions.
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- Ulrike Olszewski
- Ludwig Boltzmann Cluster of Translational Oncology, Ludwig Boltzmann Society, Vienna, Austria
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- Ludwig Boltzmann Cluster of Translational Oncology, Ludwig Boltzmann Society, Vienna, Austria
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- Ludwig Boltzmann Cluster of Translational Oncology, Ludwig Boltzmann Society, Vienna, Austria
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- Ludwig Boltzmann Cluster of Translational Oncology, Ludwig Boltzmann Society, Vienna, Austria
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Maschauer S, Einsiedel J, Hocke C, Hübner H, Kuwert T, Gmeiner P, Prante O. Synthesis of a (68)ga-labeled peptoid-Peptide hybrid for imaging of neurotensin receptor expression in vivo. ACS Med Chem Lett 2010; 1:224-8. [PMID: 24900199 DOI: 10.1021/ml1000728] [Citation(s) in RCA: 20] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/13/2010] [Accepted: 05/14/2010] [Indexed: 12/11/2022] Open
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The neurotensin receptor subtype 1 (NTS1) represents an attractive molecular target for imaging various tumors. Positron emission tomography (PET) gained widespread importance due to its sensitivity. We combined the design of a metabolically stable neurotensin analogue with a (68)Ga-radiolabeling approach. The (68)Ga-labeled peptoid-peptide hybrid [(68)Ga]3 revealed high stability, specific tumor uptake (0.7%ID/g, 65 min p.i.), and advantageous biokinetics in vivo using HT29 tumor-bearing nude mice. Because of the ability to internalize into NTS1-expressing tumor cells, [(68)Ga]3 proved to be highly suitable for a reliable and practical visualization of NTS1-expressing tumors in vivo by small animal PET.
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- Simone Maschauer
- Laboratory of Molecular Imaging, Clinic of Nuclear Medicine, Friedrich-Alexander University, Schwabachanlage 6, D-91054 Erlangen, Germany
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- Laboratory of Molecular Imaging, Clinic of Nuclear Medicine, Friedrich-Alexander University, Schwabachanlage 6, D-91054 Erlangen, Germany
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- Department of Chemisty and Pharmacy, Emil Fischer Center
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- Laboratory of Molecular Imaging, Clinic of Nuclear Medicine, Friedrich-Alexander University, Schwabachanlage 6, D-91054 Erlangen, Germany
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- Department of Chemisty and Pharmacy, Emil Fischer Center
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- Laboratory of Molecular Imaging, Clinic of Nuclear Medicine, Friedrich-Alexander University, Schwabachanlage 6, D-91054 Erlangen, Germany
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Hughes FM, Shaner BE, May LA, Zotian L, Brower JO, Woods RJ, Cash M, Morrow D, Massa F, Mazella J, Dix TA. Identification and functional characterization of a stable, centrally active derivative of the neurotensin (8-13) fragment as a potential first-in-class analgesic. J Med Chem 2010; 53:4623-32. [PMID: 20481538 DOI: 10.1021/jm100092s] [Citation(s) in RCA: 25] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 02/03/2023]
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The neurotensin hexapapetide fragment NT(8-13) is a potent analgesic when administered directly to the central nervous system but does not cross the blood-brain barrier. A total of 43 novel derivatives of NT(8-13) were evaluated, with one, ABS212 (1), being most active in four rat models of pain when administered peripherally. Compound 1 binds to human neurotensin receptors 1 and 2 with IC(50) of 10.6 and 54.2 nM, respectively, and tolerance to the compound in a rat pain model did not develop after 12 days of daily administration. When it was administered peripherally, serum levels and neurotensin receptor binding potency of 1 peaked within 5 min and returned to baseline within 90-120 min; however, analgesic activity remained near maximum for >240 min. This could be due to its metabolism into an active fragment; however, all 4- and 5-mer hydrolysis products were inactive. This pharmacokinetic/pharmacodynamic dichotomy is discussed. Compound 1 is a candidate for development as a first-in-class analgesic.
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- Francis M Hughes
- Department of Pharmaceutical and Biomedical Sciences, South Carolina College of Pharmacy, Medical University of South Carolina Campus, 280 Calhoun Street, Charleston, South Carolina 29425-2303, USA
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Tanco S, Zhang X, Morano C, Avilés FX, Lorenzo J, Fricker LD. Characterization of the substrate specificity of human carboxypeptidase A4 and implications for a role in extracellular peptide processing. J Biol Chem 2010; 285:18385-96. [PMID: 20385563 DOI: 10.1074/jbc.m109.060350] [Citation(s) in RCA: 48] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/06/2022] Open
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CPA4 (carboxypeptidase A4) is a member of the metallocarboxypeptidase family. CPA4 was originally found in a screen of mRNAs up-regulated by sodium butyrate-induced differentiation of cancer cells. Further studies suggested a relation between CPA4 and prostate cancer aggressiveness. In the present study, we determined that CPA4 is secreted from cells as a soluble proenzyme (pro-CPA4) that can be activated by endoproteases, such as trypsin. Three complementary approaches were used to study the substrate specificity of CPA4; kinetic analysis was performed using a new series of chromogenic substrates and some biologically relevant peptides, the cleavage of synthetic peptides was tested individually, and the cleavage of a mixture of >100 mouse brain peptides was examined using a quantitative peptidomics mass spectrometry-based approach. CPA4 was able to cleave hydrophobic C-terminal residues with a preference for Phe, Leu, Ile, Met, Tyr, and Val. However, not all peptides with C-terminal hydrophobic residues were cleaved, indicating the importance of additional residues within the peptide. Aliphatic, aromatic, and basic residues in the P1 position have a positive influence on the cleavage specificity. In contrast, acidic residues, Pro, and Gly have a negative influence in the P1 position. Some of the peptides identified as CPA4 substrates (such as neurotensin, granins, and opioid peptides) have been previously shown to function in cell proliferation and differentiation, potentially explaining the link between CPA4 and cancer aggressiveness. Taken together, these studies suggest that CPA4 functions in neuropeptide processing and regulation in the extracellular environment.
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- Sebastian Tanco
- Departament de Bioquimica, Institut de Biotecnologia i de Biomedicina, Universitat Autonoma de Barcelona, Bellaterra, Barcelona, Spain
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Swift SL, Burns JE, Maitland NJ. Altered expression of neurotensin receptors is associated with the differentiation state of prostate cancer. Cancer Res 2010; 70:347-56. [PMID: 20048080 DOI: 10.1158/0008-5472.can-09-1252] [Citation(s) in RCA: 44] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/16/2022]
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In prostate cancer, traditional treatments such as androgen response manipulation often provide only temporary resolution of disease, with emergence of a more aggressive, androgen-independent tumor following initial therapy. To treat recurrent disease, cell surface proteins that are specifically overexpressed on malignant cells may be useful for generating targeted therapeutics. Recent evidence suggests that neurotensin receptors (NTR) are recruited in advanced prostate cancer as an alternative growth pathway in the absence of androgens. In this study, we assessed the potential use of these receptors as targets by analyzing NTR expression patterns in human prostate cell lines and primary prostate tumor cell cultures derived from patient samples. In primary tumor cell cultures, NTR1 was upregulated in cells with a basal phenotype (cytokeratin 1/5/10/14+), whereas NTR2 and NTR3 were upregulated in cells with luminal phenotype (cytokeratin 18+). Similar patterns of NTR expression occurred in benign prostate tissue sections, implicating differentiation state as a basis for the differences observed in tumor cell lines. Our findings support the use of NTRs as tools for therapeutic targeting in prostate cancers composed of both poorly differentiated and/or well-differentiated cells.
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- Stephanie L Swift
- YCR Cancer Research Unit, Department of Biology, University of York, Heslington, United Kingdom
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Maschauer S, Einsiedel J, Haubner R, Hocke C, Ocker M, Hübner H, Kuwert T, Gmeiner P, Prante O. Markierung und Glycosylierung von Peptiden mithilfe der Klick-Chemie: ein allgemeiner Ansatz zur Synthese von18F-Glycopeptiden, leistungsstarken Tracern für die Positronenemissionstomographie. Angew Chem Int Ed Engl 2010. [DOI: 10.1002/ange.200904137] [Citation(s) in RCA: 18] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/06/2022]
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Maschauer S, Einsiedel J, Haubner R, Hocke C, Ocker M, Hübner H, Kuwert T, Gmeiner P, Prante O. Labeling and Glycosylation of Peptides Using Click Chemistry: A General Approach to 18F-Glycopeptides as Effective Imaging Probes for Positron Emission Tomography. Angew Chem Int Ed Engl 2009; 49:976-9. [DOI: 10.1002/anie.200904137] [Citation(s) in RCA: 104] [Impact Index Per Article: 6.9] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/09/2022]
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Song C, Tapaneeyakorn S, Murphy AC, Butts C, Watts A, Willis CL. Enantioselective Syntheses of α-Fmoc-Pbf-[2-13C]-l-arginine and Fmoc-[1,3-13C2]-l-proline and Incorporation into the Neurotensin Receptor 1 Ligand, NT8−13. J Org Chem 2009; 74:8980-7. [DOI: 10.1021/jo9014497] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/30/2022]
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- Chuanjun Song
- School of Chemistry, University of Bristol, Cantock’s Close, Bristol BS8 1TS, United Kingdom
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- Biomembrane Structure Unit, Department of Biochemistry, University of Oxford, Oxford OX1 3QU, United Kingdom
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- School of Chemistry, University of Bristol, Cantock’s Close, Bristol BS8 1TS, United Kingdom
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- School of Chemistry, University of Bristol, Cantock’s Close, Bristol BS8 1TS, United Kingdom
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- Biomembrane Structure Unit, Department of Biochemistry, University of Oxford, Oxford OX1 3QU, United Kingdom
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- School of Chemistry, University of Bristol, Cantock’s Close, Bristol BS8 1TS, United Kingdom
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