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Zhu H, Li Y, Xu H, Ma Y, Andersson G, Bongcam-Rudloff E, Li T, Zhang J, Li Y, Han J, Yang M. Role of Csdc2 in Regulating Secondary Hair Follicle Growth in Cashmere Goats. Int J Mol Sci 2024; 25:8349. [PMID: 39125915 PMCID: PMC11313070 DOI: 10.3390/ijms25158349] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/03/2024] [Revised: 07/22/2024] [Accepted: 07/29/2024] [Indexed: 08/12/2024] Open
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Cashmere goats possess two types of hair follicles, with the secondary hair follicles producing valuable cashmere fiber used for textiles. The growth of cashmere exhibits a seasonal pattern arising from photoperiod change. Transcription factors play crucial roles during this process. The transcription factor, cold-shock domain, containing C2 (Csdc2) plays a crucial role in modulating cell proliferation and differentiation. Our preceding research indicated that the expression of Csdc2 changes periodically during anagen to telogen. However, the mechanisms of Csdc2 in regulating SHF growth remain unclear. Here, we found that the knockdown of Csdc2 inhibits the proliferation of dermal papilla cells. ChIP-Seq analysis showed that Csdc2 had a unique DNA binding motif in SHFs. Through conjoint analysis of ChIP-Seq and RNA-Seq, we revealed a total of 25 candidate target genes of Csdc2. Notably, we discovered a putative Csdc2 binding site within roundabout guidance receptor 2 (Robo2) on chromosome 1 of the goat genome. Furthermore, qRT-PCR and dual-luciferase reporter assay confirmed Csdc2's positive regulatory influence on Robo2. These findings expand the research field of hair follicle transcriptional regulatory networks, offering insights into molecular breeding strategies to enhance cashmere production in goats.
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- Heqing Zhu
- College of Animal Science and Technology, Shihezi University, Shihezi 832061, China
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- College of Animal Science and Technology, Shihezi University, Shihezi 832061, China
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- College of Animal Science and Technology, Shihezi University, Shihezi 832061, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Animal Biotech Breeding, Institute of Animal Sciences, Chinese Academy of Agricultural Sciences, Beijing 100193, China
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- Department of Animal Biosciences, Swedish University of Agricultural Sciences, 75007 Uppsala, Sweden
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- Department of Animal Biosciences, Swedish University of Agricultural Sciences, 75007 Uppsala, Sweden
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- College of Animal Science and Technology, Shihezi University, Shihezi 832061, China
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- College of Animal Science and Technology, Shihezi University, Shihezi 832061, China
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- College of Animal Science and Technology, Shihezi University, Shihezi 832061, China
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- College of Animal Science and Technology, Shihezi University, Shihezi 832061, China
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- College of Animal Science and Technology, Shihezi University, Shihezi 832061, China
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Du F, Li J, Zhang S, Zeng X, Nie J, Li Z. Oxidative stress in hair follicle development and hair growth: Signalling pathways, intervening mechanisms and potential of natural antioxidants. J Cell Mol Med 2024; 28:e18486. [PMID: 38923380 PMCID: PMC11196958 DOI: 10.1111/jcmm.18486] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/08/2024] [Revised: 05/02/2024] [Accepted: 05/28/2024] [Indexed: 06/28/2024] Open
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Hair follicle development and hair growth are regulated by multiple factors and multiple signalling pathways. The hair follicle, as an important skin appendage, is the basis for hair growth, and it has the functions of safeguarding the body, perceiving the environment and regulating body temperature. Hair growth undergoes a regular hair cycle, including anagen, catagen and telogen. A small amount of physiological shedding of hair occurs under normal conditions, always in a dynamic equilibrium. Hair loss occurs when the skin or hair follicles are stimulated by oxidative stress, inflammation or hormonal disorders that disrupt the homeostasis of the hair follicles. Numerous researches have indicated that oxidative stress is an important factor causing hair loss. Here, we summarize the signalling pathways and intervention mechanisms by which oxidative stress affects hair follicle development and hair growth, discuss existing treatments for hair loss via the antioxidant pathway and provide our own insights. In addition, we collate antioxidant natural products promoting hair growth in recent years and discuss the limitations and perspectives of current hair loss prevention and treatment.
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- Fanpan Du
- Key Laboratory of Basic Pharmacology of Ministry of Education and Joint International Research Laboratory of Ethnomedicine of Ministry of EducationZunyi Medical UniversityZunyiChina
- Key Laboratory of Basic Pharmacology of Guizhou ProvinceZunyi Medical UniversityZunyiChina
- Department of Pharmacology, School of PharmacyZunyi Medical UniversityZunyiChina
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- Key Laboratory of Basic Pharmacology of Ministry of Education and Joint International Research Laboratory of Ethnomedicine of Ministry of EducationZunyi Medical UniversityZunyiChina
- Key Laboratory of Basic Pharmacology of Guizhou ProvinceZunyi Medical UniversityZunyiChina
- Department of Pharmacology, School of PharmacyZunyi Medical UniversityZunyiChina
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- Key Laboratory of Basic Pharmacology of Ministry of Education and Joint International Research Laboratory of Ethnomedicine of Ministry of EducationZunyi Medical UniversityZunyiChina
- Key Laboratory of Basic Pharmacology of Guizhou ProvinceZunyi Medical UniversityZunyiChina
- Department of Pharmacology, School of PharmacyZunyi Medical UniversityZunyiChina
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- Key Laboratory of Basic Pharmacology of Ministry of Education and Joint International Research Laboratory of Ethnomedicine of Ministry of EducationZunyi Medical UniversityZunyiChina
- Key Laboratory of Basic Pharmacology of Guizhou ProvinceZunyi Medical UniversityZunyiChina
- Department of Pharmacology, School of PharmacyZunyi Medical UniversityZunyiChina
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- Key Laboratory of Basic Pharmacology of Ministry of Education and Joint International Research Laboratory of Ethnomedicine of Ministry of EducationZunyi Medical UniversityZunyiChina
- Key Laboratory of Basic Pharmacology of Guizhou ProvinceZunyi Medical UniversityZunyiChina
- Department of Pharmacology, School of PharmacyZunyi Medical UniversityZunyiChina
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- Key Laboratory of Basic Pharmacology of Ministry of Education and Joint International Research Laboratory of Ethnomedicine of Ministry of EducationZunyi Medical UniversityZunyiChina
- Key Laboratory of Basic Pharmacology of Guizhou ProvinceZunyi Medical UniversityZunyiChina
- Department of Pharmacology, School of PharmacyZunyi Medical UniversityZunyiChina
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Chang B, Bae J, Lee DS, Kim S. Hair growth-promoting effects of Enz_MoriL on human dermal papilla cells through modulation of the Wnt/β-Catenin and JAK-STAT signaling pathways. Arch Dermatol Res 2024; 316:290. [PMID: 38809465 DOI: 10.1007/s00403-024-02977-3] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/09/2024] [Revised: 04/22/2024] [Accepted: 04/26/2024] [Indexed: 05/30/2024]
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Enz_MoriL is a naturally occurring substance extracted from the leaves of Morus alba L. through enzymatic conversion. Historically, M. alba L. has been recognized for its potential to promote hair regrowth. However, the precise mechanism by which Enz_MoriL affects human hair follicle dermal papilla cells (hDPCs) remains unclear. The aim of this study was to investigate the molecular basis of Enz_MoriL's effect on hair growth in hDPCs. Interferon-gamma (IFN-γ) was used to examine the effects of Enz_MoriL on hDPCs during the anagen and catagen phases, as well as under conditions mimicking alopecia areata (AA). Enz_MoriL demonstrated the ability to promote cell proliferation in both anagen and catagen stages. It increased the levels of active β-catenin in the catagen stage induced by IFN-γ, leading to its nuclear translocation. This effect was achieved by increasing the phosphorylation of GSK3β and decreasing the expression of DKK-1. This stimulation induced proliferation in hDPCs and upregulated the expression of the Wnt family members 3a, 5a, and 7a at the transcript level. Additionally, Enz_MoriL suppressed JAK1 and STAT3 phosphorylation, contrasting with IFN-γ, which induced them in the catagen stage. In conclusion, Enz_MoriL directly induced signals for anagen re-entry into hDPCs by affecting the Wnt/β-catenin pathway and enhancing the production of growth factors. Furthermore, Enz_MoriL attenuated and reversed the interferon-induced AA-like environment by blocking the JAK-STAT pathway in hDPCs.
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- BoYoon Chang
- Institute of Pharmaceutical Research and Development, College of Pharmacy, Wonkwang University, Iksan, Jeonbuk, 54538, Republic of Korea
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- Institute of Pharmaceutical Research and Development, College of Pharmacy, Wonkwang University, Iksan, Jeonbuk, 54538, Republic of Korea
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- College of Pharmacy, Chosun University, 309, Pilmun-daero, Dong-gu, Gwangju, 61452, Republic of Korea
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- Institute of Pharmaceutical Research and Development, College of Pharmacy, Wonkwang University, Iksan, Jeonbuk, 54538, Republic of Korea.
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Tang X, Zhang T, Wang B, Mao B, Zhang Q, Zhao J, Chen W, Cui S. Biotransformation of Cacumen platycladi Extract by Lactiplantibacillus plantarum CCFM1348 Promotes Hair Growth in Mice. JOURNAL OF AGRICULTURAL AND FOOD CHEMISTRY 2024; 72:11493-11502. [PMID: 38738816 DOI: 10.1021/acs.jafc.4c00807] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 05/14/2024]
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Cacumen platycladi (CP) is a frequently used traditional Chinese medicine to treat hair loss. In this study, CP fermented by Lactiplantibacillus plantarum CCFM1348 increased the proliferation of human dermal papilla cells. In an in vivo assay, compared to nonfermented CP, postbiotics (fermented CP) and synbiotics (live bacteria with nonfermented CP) promoted hair growth in mice. The Wnt/β-catenin signaling pathway plays crucial roles in the development of hair follicles, including growth cycle restart and maintenance. Both postbiotics and synbiotics upregulated β-catenin, a major factor of the Wnt/β-catenin signaling pathway. Postbiotics and synbiotics also increased the vascular endothelial growth factor expression and decreased the BAX/Bcl2 ratio in the dorsal skin of mice. These results suggest that fermented CP by L. plantarum CCFM1348 may promote hair growth through regulating the Wnt/β-catenin signaling pathway, promoting the expression of growth factors and reducing apoptosis.
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- Xin Tang
- State Key Laboratory of Food Science and Resources, Jiangnan University, Wuxi 214122, Jiangsu, P. R. China
- School of Food Science and Technology, Jiangnan University, Wuxi 214122, Jiangsu, P. R. China
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- State Key Laboratory of Food Science and Resources, Jiangnan University, Wuxi 214122, Jiangsu, P. R. China
- School of Food Science and Technology, Jiangnan University, Wuxi 214122, Jiangsu, P. R. China
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- State Key Laboratory of Food Science and Resources, Jiangnan University, Wuxi 214122, Jiangsu, P. R. China
- School of Food Science and Technology, Jiangnan University, Wuxi 214122, Jiangsu, P. R. China
- Bloomage Biotechnology Co., Ltd, Jinan 250000, P. R. China
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- State Key Laboratory of Food Science and Resources, Jiangnan University, Wuxi 214122, Jiangsu, P. R. China
- School of Food Science and Technology, Jiangnan University, Wuxi 214122, Jiangsu, P. R. China
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- State Key Laboratory of Food Science and Resources, Jiangnan University, Wuxi 214122, Jiangsu, P. R. China
- School of Food Science and Technology, Jiangnan University, Wuxi 214122, Jiangsu, P. R. China
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- State Key Laboratory of Food Science and Resources, Jiangnan University, Wuxi 214122, Jiangsu, P. R. China
- School of Food Science and Technology, Jiangnan University, Wuxi 214122, Jiangsu, P. R. China
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- State Key Laboratory of Food Science and Resources, Jiangnan University, Wuxi 214122, Jiangsu, P. R. China
- School of Food Science and Technology, Jiangnan University, Wuxi 214122, Jiangsu, P. R. China
- National Engineering Research Center for Functional Food, Jiangnan University, Wuxi 214122, Jiangsu, P. R. China
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- State Key Laboratory of Food Science and Resources, Jiangnan University, Wuxi 214122, Jiangsu, P. R. China
- School of Food Science and Technology, Jiangnan University, Wuxi 214122, Jiangsu, P. R. China
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Yu C, Yu S, Liu Z, Xu L, Zhang Z, Wan J, Ji P, Zhang P, Fu Y, Le Y, Hou R. Morroniside promotes skin wound re-epithelialization by facilitating epidermal stem cell proliferation through GLP-1R-mediated upregulation of β-catenin expression. Acta Biochim Biophys Sin (Shanghai) 2024; 56:1072-1084. [PMID: 38779766 PMCID: PMC11322873 DOI: 10.3724/abbs.2024070] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/03/2024] [Accepted: 02/06/2024] [Indexed: 05/25/2024] Open
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Epidermal stem cells (EpSCs) play a vital role in skin wound healing through re-epithelialization. Identifying chemicals that can promote EpSC proliferation is helpful for treating skin wounds. This study investigates the effect of morroniside on cutaneous wound healing in mice and explores the underlying mechanisms. Application of 10‒50 μg/mL of morroniside to the skin wound promotes wound healing in mice. In vitro studies demonstrate that morroniside stimulates the proliferation of mouse and human EpSCs in a time- and dose-dependent manner. Mechanistic studies reveal that morroniside promotes the proliferation of EpSCs by facilitating the cell cycle transition from the G1 to S phase. Morroniside increases the expression of β-catenin via the glucagon-like peptide-1 receptor (GLP-1R)-mediated PKA, PKA/PI3K/AKT and PKA/ERK signaling pathways, resulting in an increase in cyclin D1 and cyclin E1 expression, either directly or by upregulating c-Myc expression. This process ultimately leads to EpSC proliferation. Administration of morroniside to mouse skin wounds increases the phosphorylation of AKT and ERK, the expressions of β-catenin, c-Myc, cyclin D1, and cyclin E1, as well as the proliferation of EpSCs, in periwound skin tissue, and accelerates wound re-epithelialization. These effects of morroniside are mediated by the GLP-1R. Overall, these results indicate that morroniside promotes skin wound healing by stimulating the proliferation of EpSCs via increasing β-catenin expression and subsequently upregulating c-Myc, cyclin D1, and cyclin E1 expressions through GLP-1R signaling pathways. Morroniside has clinical potential for treating skin wounds.
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- Chenghao Yu
- Suzhou Ruihua Orthopedic HospitalSuzhou Medical College of Soochow UniversitySuzhou215104China
- Department of Hand SurgerySuzhou Ruihua Orthopedic HospitalSuzhou215104China
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- Department of Hand SurgerySuzhou Ruihua Orthopedic HospitalSuzhou215104China
- Yangzhou University Medical CollegeYangzhou225009China
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- Suzhou Ruihua Orthopedic HospitalSuzhou Medical College of Soochow UniversitySuzhou215104China
- Department of Hand SurgerySuzhou Ruihua Orthopedic HospitalSuzhou215104China
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- Suzhou Ruihua Orthopedic HospitalSuzhou Medical College of Soochow UniversitySuzhou215104China
- Department of Hand SurgerySuzhou Ruihua Orthopedic HospitalSuzhou215104China
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- Suzhou Ruihua Orthopedic HospitalSuzhou Medical College of Soochow UniversitySuzhou215104China
- Department of Hand SurgerySuzhou Ruihua Orthopedic HospitalSuzhou215104China
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- Department of Hand SurgerySuzhou Ruihua Orthopedic HospitalSuzhou215104China
- Yangzhou University Medical CollegeYangzhou225009China
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- Department of Hand SurgerySuzhou Ruihua Orthopedic HospitalSuzhou215104China
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- Department of Hand SurgerySuzhou Ruihua Orthopedic HospitalSuzhou215104China
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- Department of Human AnatomyHistology and EmbryologySchool of Biology and Basic Medical SciencesSuzhou Medical College of Soochow UniversitySuzhou215123China
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- Shanghai Institute of Nutrition and HealthUniversity of Chinese Academy of SciencesChinese Academy of SciencesShanghai200031China
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- Suzhou Ruihua Orthopedic HospitalSuzhou Medical College of Soochow UniversitySuzhou215104China
- Department of Hand SurgerySuzhou Ruihua Orthopedic HospitalSuzhou215104China
- Yangzhou University Medical CollegeYangzhou225009China
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Zheng H, Yang L, Huang H, Lin Y, Chen L. Morroniside improves AngII-induced cardiac fibroblast proliferation, migration, and extracellular matrix deposition by blocking p38/JNK signaling pathway through the downregulation of KLF5. NAUNYN-SCHMIEDEBERG'S ARCHIVES OF PHARMACOLOGY 2024:10.1007/s00210-024-03039-1. [PMID: 38472369 DOI: 10.1007/s00210-024-03039-1] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/16/2024] [Accepted: 03/05/2024] [Indexed: 03/14/2024]
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Myocardial fibrosis (MF), which is an inevitable pathological manifestation of many cardiovascular diseases in the terminal stage, often contributes to severe cardiac dysfunction and sudden death. Morroniside (MOR) is the main active component of Cornus officinalis with a variety of biological activities. This study was designed to explore the efficacy of MOR in MF and to investigate its pharmacological mechanism. The viability of MOR-treated human cardiac fibroblast (HCF) cells with or without Angiotensin II (AngII) induction was assessed with Cell Counting Kit-8 (CCK-8). The migration of AngII-induced HCF cells was appraised with a transwell assay. Gelatin zymography analysis was adopted to evaluate the activities of MMP2 and MMP9, while immunofluorescence assay was applied for the estimation of Collagen I and Collagen III. By means of western blot, the expressions of migration-, fibrosis-, and p38/c-Jun N-terminal kinase (JNK) signal pathway-related proteins were resolved. The transfection efficacy of oe-Kruppel-like factor 5 (KLF5) was examined with reverse transcription-quantitative PCR (RT-qPCR) and western blot. In this study, it was found that MOR treatment inhibited AngII-induced hyperproliferation, migration, and fibrosis of HCF cells, accompanied with decreased activities of matrix metalloproteinase 2 (MMP2), matrix metalloproteinase 9 (MMP9), connective tissue growth factor (CTGF), Fibronectin, and α-SMA, which were all reversed by KLF5 overexpression. Collectively, MOR exerted protective effects on MF by blocking p38/JNK signal pathway through the downregulation of KLF5.
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- Haotian Zheng
- The Shengli Clinical Medical College, Fujian Medical University, Fuzhou, Fujian, 350001, People's Republic of China
- Department of Cardiology, Fujian Provincial Hospital, No. 134 East Street, Fuzhou, Fujian, 350001, People's Republic of China
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- The Shengli Clinical Medical College, Fujian Medical University, Fuzhou, Fujian, 350001, People's Republic of China
- Department of Ultraphonic Medicine, Fujian Provincial Hospital, Fuzhou, Fujian, 350001, People's Republic of China
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- The Shengli Clinical Medical College, Fujian Medical University, Fuzhou, Fujian, 350001, People's Republic of China
- Department of Cardiology, Fujian Provincial Hospital, No. 134 East Street, Fuzhou, Fujian, 350001, People's Republic of China
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- The Shengli Clinical Medical College, Fujian Medical University, Fuzhou, Fujian, 350001, People's Republic of China.
- Department of Cardiology, Fujian Provincial Hospital, No. 134 East Street, Fuzhou, Fujian, 350001, People's Republic of China.
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- The Shengli Clinical Medical College, Fujian Medical University, Fuzhou, Fujian, 350001, People's Republic of China.
- Department of Cardiology, Fujian Provincial Hospital, No. 134 East Street, Fuzhou, Fujian, 350001, People's Republic of China.
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Zhou L, Hu R, Sheng Y, Wang X, Qi S, Zhao J, Miao Y, Zhao Y, Xu F, Wu W, Lu Z, Yang Q. IGFBP-rP1 is a potential therapeutic target in androgenic alopecia. Exp Dermatol 2024; 33:e15024. [PMID: 38414091 DOI: 10.1111/exd.15024] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/05/2023] [Revised: 01/09/2024] [Accepted: 01/18/2024] [Indexed: 02/29/2024]
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The available interventions for androgenic alopecia (AGA), the most common type of hair loss worldwide, remain limited. The insulin growth factor (IGF) system may play an important role in the pathogenesis of AGA. However, the exact role of IGF binding protein-related protein 1 (IGFBP-rP1) in hair growth and AGA has not been reported. In this study, we first found periodic variation in IGFBP-rP1 during the hair cycle transition in murine hair follicles (HFs). We further demonstrated that IGFBP-rP1 levels were lower in the serum and scalp HFs of individuals with AGA than in those of healthy controls. Subsequently, we verified that IGFBP-rP1 had no cytotoxicity to human outer root sheath cells (HORSCs) and that IGFBP-rP1 reversed the inhibitory effects of DHT on the migration of HORSCs in vitro. Finally, a DHT-induced AGA mouse model was created. The results revealed that the expression of IGFBP-rP1 in murine HFs was downregulated after DHT treatment and that subcutaneous injection of IGFBP-rP1 delayed catagen occurrence and prolonged the anagen phase of HFs in mice with DHT-induced AGA. The present work shows that IGFBP-rP1 is involved in hair cycle transition and exhibits great therapeutic potential for AGA.
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- Lijuan Zhou
- Department of Dermatology, Huashan Hospital, Fudan University, Shanghai, China
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- Department of Dermatology, Huashan Hospital, Fudan University, Shanghai, China
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- Department of Dermatology, Huashan Hospital, Fudan University, Shanghai, China
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- Department of Dermatology, Huashan Hospital, Fudan University, Shanghai, China
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- Department of Dermatology, Huashan Hospital, Fudan University, Shanghai, China
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- Department of Dermatology, Huashan Hospital, Fudan University, Shanghai, China
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- Department of Dermatology, Huashan Hospital, Fudan University, Shanghai, China
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- Department of Dermatology, Huashan Hospital, Fudan University, Shanghai, China
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- Department of Dermatology, Huashan Hospital, Fudan University, Shanghai, China
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- Department of Dermatology, Huashan Hospital, Fudan University, Shanghai, China
- Department of Dermatology, Jing'an District Central Hospital, Shanghai, China
- Academy for Engineering and Technology, Fudan University, Shanghai, China
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- Department of Dermatology, The Second Affiliated Hospital, School of Medicine, Zhejiang University, Hangzhou, China
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- Department of Dermatology, Huashan Hospital, Fudan University, Shanghai, China
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Wu S, Kou X, Niu Y, Liu Y, Zheng B, Ma J, Liu M, Xue Z. Progress on the mechanism of natural products alleviating androgenetic alopecia. Eur J Med Chem 2024; 264:116022. [PMID: 38086191 DOI: 10.1016/j.ejmech.2023.116022] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/11/2023] [Revised: 11/19/2023] [Accepted: 11/29/2023] [Indexed: 12/30/2023]
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Androgenetic alopecia (AGA) has become a widespread problem that leads to considerable impairment of the psyche and daily life. The currently approved medications for the treatment of AGA are associated with significant adverse effects, high costs, and prolonged treatment duration. Therefore, natural products are being considered as possible complementary or alternative treatments. This review aims to enhance comprehension of the mechanisms by which natural products treat AGA. To achieve this, pertinent studies were gathered and subjected to analysis. In addition, the therapeutic mechanisms associated with these natural products were organized and summarized. These include the direct modulation of signaling pathways such as the Wnt/β-catenin pathway, the PI3K/AKT pathway, and the BMP pathway. Additionally, they exert effects on cytokine secretion, anti-inflammatory, and antioxidant capabilities, as well as apoptosis and autophagy. Furthermore, the review briefly discusses the relationship between signaling pathways and autophagy and apoptosis in the context of AGA, systematically presents the mechanisms of action of existing natural products, and analyzes the potential therapeutic targets based on the active components of these products. The aim is to provide a theoretical basis for the development of pharmaceuticals, nutraceuticals, or dietary supplements.
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- Shuqi Wu
- School of Chemical Engineering and Technology, Tianjin University, 135 Yaguan Road, Jinnan District, Tianjin, 300072, China
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- School of Chemical Engineering and Technology, Tianjin University, 135 Yaguan Road, Jinnan District, Tianjin, 300072, China
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- School of Chemical Engineering and Technology, Tianjin University, 135 Yaguan Road, Jinnan District, Tianjin, 300072, China
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- School of Chemical Engineering and Technology, Tianjin University, 135 Yaguan Road, Jinnan District, Tianjin, 300072, China
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- School of Chemical Engineering and Technology, Tianjin University, 135 Yaguan Road, Jinnan District, Tianjin, 300072, China
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- School of Chemical Engineering and Technology, Tianjin University, 135 Yaguan Road, Jinnan District, Tianjin, 300072, China
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- School of Chemical Engineering and Technology, Tianjin University, 135 Yaguan Road, Jinnan District, Tianjin, 300072, China
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- School of Chemical Engineering and Technology, Tianjin University, 135 Yaguan Road, Jinnan District, Tianjin, 300072, China.
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Qian L, Huang S, Liu X, Jiang Y, Jiang Y, Hu Y, Yang Z. Morroniside improves the symptoms of post-stroke depression in mice through the BDNF signaling pathway mediated by MiR-409-3p. PHYTOMEDICINE : INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF PHYTOTHERAPY AND PHYTOPHARMACOLOGY 2024; 123:155224. [PMID: 38006805 DOI: 10.1016/j.phymed.2023.155224] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/11/2023] [Revised: 10/22/2023] [Accepted: 11/14/2023] [Indexed: 11/27/2023]
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BACKGROUND Post-stroke depression (PSD) is a common psychiatric symptom after a stroke. Morroniside, an iridoid glycoside found in Cornus officinalis, has garnered significant attention for its potential to alleviate symptoms associated with depression. PURPOSE This study aims to highlight the potential use of morroniside in the treatment of PSD and elucidate the underlying molecular mechanisms. METHODS To establish a reliable PSD model, male C57BL/6 mice were subjected to brief MCAO in conjunction with CUMS. Post-morroniside administration, neuronal viability, and hippocampal cell apoptosis were evaluated by Nissl staining and TUNEL detection, respectively. Depression-like behaviors were evaluated using SPT, TST, and FST. The Longa score and cylinder test were used to evaluate the effect of morroniside on motor function. Furthermore, to investigate the underlying molecular mechanisms, bioinformatic analysis and the dual luciferase assay were performed to investigate the MiR-409-3p-BDNF interaction. In addition, subsequent to MiR-409-3p overexpression via AAV virus, we assessed mRNA expression and protein levels of key components within the BDNF/TrkB signaling pathway using RT-qPCR, immunohistochemistry, and western blot analysis. RESULTS The observed decrease in apoptosis and amelioration of depression-like behaviors strongly indicate the potential of morroniside as a therapeutic agent for PSD. Furthermore, the upregulation of key proteins within the BDNF/TrkB signaling pathway in the cortex suggests that morroniside activates this pathway. Through bioinformatics analysis, MiR-409-3p was identified and found to bind to the BDNF gene, resulting in the inhibition of BDNF expression. Importantly, we demonstrate that morroniside mitigates this inhibitory effect of MiR-409-3p on BDNF, thereby facilitating the activation of the BDNF/TrkB signaling pathway. CONCLUSION The findings suggest that morroniside demonstrates the ability to improve PSD symptoms through the BDNF/TrkB signaling pathway mediated by MiR-409-3p. These results emphasize the importance of the BDNF signaling pathway in improving PSD symptoms and provide a possible mechanism for morroniside to treat PSD.
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- Lihui Qian
- Lianyungang Hospital of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Lianyungang Affiliated Hospital of Nanjing University of Chinese Medicine, 222004, Lianyungang, Jiangsu, China; School of Medicine & Holistic Integrative Medicine, Nanjing University of Chinese Medicine, 210023, Nanjing, Jiangsu, China
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- School of Chinese Medicine, School of Integrated Chinese and Western Medicine, Nanjing University of Chinese Medicine, 210023, Nanjing, Jiangsu, China
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- Lianyungang Hospital of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Lianyungang Affiliated Hospital of Nanjing University of Chinese Medicine, 222004, Lianyungang, Jiangsu, China
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- Lianyungang Hospital of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Lianyungang Affiliated Hospital of Nanjing University of Chinese Medicine, 222004, Lianyungang, Jiangsu, China
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- Lianyungang Hospital of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Lianyungang Affiliated Hospital of Nanjing University of Chinese Medicine, 222004, Lianyungang, Jiangsu, China
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- School of Chinese Medicine, School of Integrated Chinese and Western Medicine, Nanjing University of Chinese Medicine, 210023, Nanjing, Jiangsu, China; Shen Chun-ti Nation-Famous Experts Studio for Traditional Chinese Medicine Inheritance, Changzhou TCM Hospital Affiliated to Nanjing University of Chinese Medicine, 213003, Changzhou, Jiangsu, China.
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- Lianyungang Hospital of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Lianyungang Affiliated Hospital of Nanjing University of Chinese Medicine, 222004, Lianyungang, Jiangsu, China.
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Lee DH, Yun DW, Kim YH, Im GB, Hyun J, Park HS, Bhang SH, Choi SH. Various Three-Dimensional Culture Methods and Cell Types for Exosome Production. Tissue Eng Regen Med 2023; 20:621-635. [PMID: 37269439 PMCID: PMC10313642 DOI: 10.1007/s13770-023-00551-y] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/10/2023] [Revised: 04/06/2023] [Accepted: 05/02/2023] [Indexed: 06/05/2023] Open
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Cell-based therapies have been used as promising treatments for several untreatable diseases. However, cell-based therapies have side effects such as tumorigenesis and immune responses. To overcome these side effects, therapeutic effects of exosomes have been researched as replacements for cell-based therapies. In addition, exosomes reduced the risk that can be induced by cell-based therapies. Exosomes contain biomolecules such as proteins, lipids, and nucleic acids that play an essential role in cell-cell and cell-matrix interactions during biological processes. Since the introduction of exosomes, those have been proven perpetually as one of the most effective and therapeutic methods for incurable diseases. Much research has been conducted to enhance the properties of exosomes, including immune regulation, tissue repair, and regeneration. However, yield rate of exosomes is the critical obstacle that should be overcome for practical cell-free therapy. Three-dimensional (3D) culture methods are introduced as a breakthrough to get higher production yields of exosomes. For example, hanging drop and microwell were well known 3D culture methods and easy to use without invasiveness. However, these methods have limitation in mass production of exosomes. Therefore, a scaffold, spinner flask, and fiber bioreactor were introduced for mass production of exosomes isolated from various cell types. Furthermore, exosomes treatments derived from 3D cultured cells showed enhanced cell proliferation, angiogenesis, and immunosuppressive properties. This review provides therapeutic applications of exosomes using 3D culture methods.
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- Dong-Hyun Lee
- School of Chemical Engineering, Sungkyunkwan University (SKKU), 2066 Seobu-Ro, Jangan-Gu, Suwon, Gyeonggi-Do, 16419, Republic of Korea
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- School of Chemical Engineering, Sungkyunkwan University (SKKU), 2066 Seobu-Ro, Jangan-Gu, Suwon, Gyeonggi-Do, 16419, Republic of Korea
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- School of Chemical Engineering, Sungkyunkwan University (SKKU), 2066 Seobu-Ro, Jangan-Gu, Suwon, Gyeonggi-Do, 16419, Republic of Korea
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- School of Chemical Engineering, Sungkyunkwan University (SKKU), 2066 Seobu-Ro, Jangan-Gu, Suwon, Gyeonggi-Do, 16419, Republic of Korea
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- School of Chemical Engineering, Sungkyunkwan University (SKKU), 2066 Seobu-Ro, Jangan-Gu, Suwon, Gyeonggi-Do, 16419, Republic of Korea
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- School of Chemical Engineering, Sungkyunkwan University (SKKU), 2066 Seobu-Ro, Jangan-Gu, Suwon, Gyeonggi-Do, 16419, Republic of Korea
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- School of Chemical Engineering, Sungkyunkwan University (SKKU), 2066 Seobu-Ro, Jangan-Gu, Suwon, Gyeonggi-Do, 16419, Republic of Korea.
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- Department of Radiation Oncology, Korea Institute of Radiological and Medical Science, Seoul, Republic of Korea.
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Augustyniak A, McMahon H. Effect of Marine-Derived Saccharides on Human Skin Fibroblasts and Dermal Papilla Cells. Mar Drugs 2023; 21:330. [PMID: 37367655 DOI: 10.3390/md21060330] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/27/2023] [Revised: 05/19/2023] [Accepted: 05/25/2023] [Indexed: 06/28/2023] Open
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The skin is the largest organ of the human body, composed of a diverse range of cell types, non-cellular components, and an extracellular matrix. With aging, molecules that are part of the extracellular matrix undergo qualitative and quantitative changes and the effects, such as a loss of skin firmness or wrinkles, can be visible. The changes caused by the aging process do not only affect the surface of the skin, but also extend to skin appendages such as hair follicles. In the present study, the ability of marine-derived saccharides, L-fucose and chondroitin sulphate disaccharide, to support skin and hair health and minimize the effects of intrinsic and extrinsic aging was investigated. The potential of the tested samples to prevent adverse changes in the skin and hair through stimulation of natural processes, cellular proliferation, and production of extracellular matrix components collagen, elastin, or glycosaminoglycans was investigated. The tested compounds, L-fucose and chondroitin sulphate disaccharide, supported skin and hair health, especially in terms of anti-aging effects. The obtained results indicate that both ingredients support and promote the proliferation of dermal fibroblasts and dermal papilla cells, provide cells with a supply of sulphated disaccharide GAG building blocks, increase ECM molecule production (collagen and elastin) by HDFa, and support the growth phase of the hair cycle (anagen).
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- Aleksandra Augustyniak
- Circular Bioeconomy Research Group, Shannon Applied Biotechnology Centre, Munster Technological University-Kerry, Clash, V92CX88 Tralee, Co. Kerry, Ireland
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- Circular Bioeconomy Research Group, Shannon Applied Biotechnology Centre, Munster Technological University-Kerry, Clash, V92CX88 Tralee, Co. Kerry, Ireland
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Augustyniak A, Mc Mahon H. Dietary marine-derived ingredients for stimulating hair cell cycle. Biomed Pharmacother 2023; 163:114838. [PMID: 37156114 DOI: 10.1016/j.biopha.2023.114838] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/03/2023] [Revised: 04/24/2023] [Accepted: 05/02/2023] [Indexed: 05/10/2023] Open
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In normal condition human hair growth occurs through three phases, anagen (growth phase included about 85 % of hairs, last from 2 to 6 years), catagen (transitional phase lasting up to 2 weeks) and telogen (resting phase which last from 1 to 4 months). Natural dynamics of the hair growth process can be impaired by several factors, such as genetic predisposition, hormonal disorders, aging, poor nutrition or stress, which can lead to the slowdown in the growth of hair or even hair loss. The aim of the study was to assess the hair growth promotion effect of marine-derived ingredients, hair supplement Viviscal® and its raw components (marine protein complex AminoMarC®, shark and oyster extract). Cytotoxicity, production of alkaline phosphatase and glycosaminoglycans, as well as expression of genes involved in hair cycle-related pathways were investigated using dermal papilla cells, both immortalized and primary cell lines. Tested marine compounds showed no evidence of cytotoxicity under in vitro conditions. Viviscal® significantly increased proliferation of dermal papilla cells. Moreover, tested samples stimulated cells to produce alkaline phosphatase and glycosaminoglycans. Increased expression of hair cell cycle-related genes was also observed. The obtained results indicate that marine-derived ingredients stimulate hair growth through anagen activation.
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- Aleksandra Augustyniak
- Circular Bioeconomy Research Group, Shannon Applied Biotechnology Centre, Munster Technological University, V92CX88 Tralee, Ireland.
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- Circular Bioeconomy Research Group, Shannon Applied Biotechnology Centre, Munster Technological University, V92CX88 Tralee, Ireland
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Ryu YC, Park J, Kim YR, Choi S, Kim GU, Kim E, Hwang Y, Kim H, Han G, Lee SH, Choi KY. CXXC5 Mediates DHT-Induced Androgenetic Alopecia via PGD 2. Cells 2023; 12:cells12040555. [PMID: 36831222 PMCID: PMC9954685 DOI: 10.3390/cells12040555] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/05/2023] [Revised: 02/05/2023] [Accepted: 02/08/2023] [Indexed: 02/11/2023] Open
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The number of people suffering from hair loss is increasing, and hair loss occurs not only in older men but also in women and young people. Prostaglandin D2 (PGD2) is a well-known alopecia inducer. However, the mechanism by which PGD2 induces alopecia is poorly understood. In this study, we characterized CXXC5, a negative regulator of the Wnt/β-catenin pathway, as a mediator for hair loss by PGD2. The hair loss by PGD2 was restored by Cxxc5 knock-out or treatment of protein transduction domain-Dishevelled binding motif (PTD-DBM), a peptide activating the Wnt/β-catenin pathway via interference with the Dishevelled (Dvl) binding function of CXXC5. In addition, suppression of neogenic hair growth by PGD2 was also overcome by PTD-DBM treatment or Cxxc5 knock-out as shown by the wound-induced hair neogenesis (WIHN) model. Moreover, we found that CXXC5 also mediates DHT-induced hair loss via PGD2. DHT-induced hair loss was alleviated by inhibition of both GSK-3β and CXXC5 functions. Overall, CXXC5 mediates the hair loss by the DHT-PGD2 axis through suppression of Wnt/β-catenin signaling.
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- Yeong Chan Ryu
- Department of Biotechnology, College of Life Science and Biotechnology, Yonsei University, Seoul 03722, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Biotechnology, College of Life Science and Biotechnology, Yonsei University, Seoul 03722, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Biotechnology, College of Life Science and Biotechnology, Yonsei University, Seoul 03722, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Biotechnology, College of Life Science and Biotechnology, Yonsei University, Seoul 03722, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Biotechnology, College of Life Science and Biotechnology, Yonsei University, Seoul 03722, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Biotechnology, College of Life Science and Biotechnology, Yonsei University, Seoul 03722, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Biotechnology, College of Life Science and Biotechnology, Yonsei University, Seoul 03722, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Biotechnology, College of Life Science and Biotechnology, Yonsei University, Seoul 03722, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Biotechnology, College of Life Science and Biotechnology, Yonsei University, Seoul 03722, Republic of Korea
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- CK Regeon Inc., B137 Engineering Research Park, 50 Yonsei Ro, Seoul 03722, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Biotechnology, College of Life Science and Biotechnology, Yonsei University, Seoul 03722, Republic of Korea
- CK Regeon Inc., B137 Engineering Research Park, 50 Yonsei Ro, Seoul 03722, Republic of Korea
- Correspondence:
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The Molecular Mechanism of Natural Products Activating Wnt/β-Catenin Signaling Pathway for Improving Hair Loss. LIFE (BASEL, SWITZERLAND) 2022; 12:life12111856. [PMID: 36430990 PMCID: PMC9693075 DOI: 10.3390/life12111856] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/10/2022] [Revised: 10/28/2022] [Accepted: 11/09/2022] [Indexed: 11/16/2022]
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Hair loss, or alopecia, is a dermatological disorder that causes psychological stress and poor quality of life. Drug-based therapeutics such as finasteride and minoxidil have been clinically used to treat hair loss, but they have limitations due to their several side effects in patients. To solve this problem, there has been meaningful progress in elucidating the molecular mechanisms of hair growth and finding novel targets to develop therapeutics to treat it. Among various signaling pathways, Wnt/β-catenin plays an essential role in hair follicle development, the hair cycle, and regeneration. Thus, much research has demonstrated that various natural products worldwide promote hair growth by stimulating Wnt/β-catenin signaling. This review discusses the functional role of the Wnt/β-catenin pathway and its related signaling molecules. We also review the molecular mechanism of the natural products or compounds that activate Wnt/β-catenin signaling and provide insights into developing therapeutics or cosmeceuticals that treat hair loss.
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Secondary Metabolites with Biomedical Applications from Plants of the Sarraceniaceae Family. Int J Mol Sci 2022; 23:ijms23179877. [PMID: 36077275 PMCID: PMC9456395 DOI: 10.3390/ijms23179877] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/31/2022] [Revised: 08/25/2022] [Accepted: 08/26/2022] [Indexed: 11/17/2022] Open
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Carnivorous plants have fascinated researchers and hobbyists for centuries because of their mode of nutrition which is unlike that of other plants. They are able to produce bioactive compounds used to attract, capture and digest prey but also as a defense mechanism against microorganisms and free radicals. The main purpose of this review is to provide an overview of the secondary metabolites with significant biological activity found in the Sarraceniaceae family. The review also underlines the necessity of future studies for the biochemical characterization of the less investigated species. Darlingtonia, Heliamphora and Sarracenia plants are rich in compounds with potential pharmaceutical and medical uses. These belong to several classes such as flavonoids, with flavonol glycosides being the most abundant, monoterpenes, triterpenes, sesquiterpenes, fatty acids, alkaloids and others. Some of them are well characterized in terms of chemical properties and biological activity and have widespread commercial applications. The review also discusses biological activity of whole extracts and commercially available products derived from Sarraceniaceae plants. In conclusion, this review underscores that Sarraceniaceae species contain numerous substances with the potential to advance health. Future perspectives should focus on the discovery of new molecules and increasing the production of known compounds using biotechnological methods.
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Dou J, Zhang Z, Xu X, Zhang X. Exploring the effects of Chinese herbal ingredients on the signaling pathway of alopecia and the screening of effective Chinese herbal compounds. JOURNAL OF ETHNOPHARMACOLOGY 2022; 294:115320. [PMID: 35483562 DOI: 10.1016/j.jep.2022.115320] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/05/2022] [Revised: 04/19/2022] [Accepted: 04/20/2022] [Indexed: 06/14/2023]
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ETHNOPHARMACOLOGICAL RELEVANCE alopecia is a hair disorder that can add a significant medical and psychological burden to patients. Currently, the FDA-approved drugs for the treatment of androgenetic alopecia (AGA) are minoxidil and finasteride and immunosuppressives are therapeutic options for alopecia areata (AA), but the objective adverse effects and high cost of these treatments reduce patient compliance and thus the effectiveness of the drugs. Traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) has good efficacy, a high safety profile and low treatment costs, but its mechanism of action is still not fully understood. The use of signaling pathways to modulate hair loss is a major direction in the study of the pathogenesis and pharmacology of alopecia. AIM OF THE STUDY This review aims to collect the results of experimental studies related to alopecia, to screen previously documented combinations of herbs claimed to be effective based on the herbs and their constituent compounds used in the identified studies, and to uncover other useful information that we hope will better guide the clinical application and scientific research of drug combinations or individual herbs for the treatment of alopecia. MATERIALS AND METHODS We have reviewed experimental studies to determine the methods used and the mechanisms of action of the herbs and constituent compounds. The following keywords were searched in databases, including PubMed, EMBASE, CNKI and CSTJ." Medicinal plants" "Chinese herbal medicine", "hair loss", " alopecia", "androgenetic alopecia" and " alopecia areata ". We also collected combinations of drugs from books approved by various schools for screening. RESULTS Using known combinations of compounds within herbal medicine to match the documented combinations, 34 topical combinations and 74 oral combinations were identified, and among the 108 herbal combinations screened Angelica, Rehmannia glutinosaLigusticum chuanxiong hort, Radix Rehmanniae, etc. The number of occurrences was very high, and the association with vascular drugs was also found to be very close. CONCLUSIONS This review further elucidates the therapeutic mechanisms of the compounds within the herbal components associated with alopecia and screens for other combinations that may be dominated by this component for the treatment of alopecia, uncovering compounds from other drugs that may be key factors in the treatment of alopecia. This improvement will provide a better quality of evidence for the effectiveness of herbs and compounds used to treat alopecia.
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- Jinjin Dou
- The First Hospital of Heilongjiang University of Chinese Medicine, Harbin, Heilongjiang, 150040, China
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- The First Hospital of Heilongjiang University of Chinese Medicine, Harbin, Heilongjiang, 150040, China
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- The First Hospital of Heilongjiang University of Chinese Medicine, Harbin, Heilongjiang, 150040, China
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- Institute of Chinese Medicine, Heilongjiang University of Chinese Medicine, Harbin, Heilongjiang, 150040, China.
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Wang X, Liu Y, He J, Wang J, Chen X, Yang R. Regulation of signaling pathways in hair follicle stem cells. BURNS & TRAUMA 2022; 10:tkac022. [PMID: 35795256 PMCID: PMC9250793 DOI: 10.1093/burnst/tkac022] [Citation(s) in RCA: 23] [Impact Index Per Article: 11.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/18/2021] [Revised: 02/07/2022] [Indexed: 11/21/2022]
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Hair follicle stem cells (HFSCs) reside in the bulge region of the outer root sheath of the hair follicle. They are considered slow-cycling cells that are endowed with multilineage differentiation potential and superior proliferative capacity. The normal morphology and periodic growth of HFSCs play a significant role in normal skin functions, wound repair and skin regeneration. The HFSCs involved in these pathophysiological processes are regulated by a series of cell signal transduction pathways, such as lymphoid enhancer factor/T-cell factor, Wnt/β-catenin, transforming growth factor-β/bone morphogenetic protein, Notch and Hedgehog. The mechanisms of the interactions among these signaling pathways and their regulatory effects on HFSCs have been previously studied, but many mechanisms are still unclear. This article reviews the regulation of hair follicles, HFSCs and related signaling pathways, with the aims of summarizing previous research results, revealing the regulatory mechanisms of HFSC proliferation and differentiation and providing important references and new ideas for treating clinical diseases.
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- Department of Burn Surgery, The First People’s Hospital of Foshan, Foshan 528000, China
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- Department of Burn Surgery, The First People’s Hospital of Foshan, Foshan 528000, China
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- Correspondence. Xiaodong Chen, E-mail: ; Ronghua Yang,
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- Correspondence. Xiaodong Chen, E-mail: ; Ronghua Yang,
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Feng Z, Mabrouk I, Msuthwana P, Zhou Y, Song Y, Gong H, Li S, Min C, Ju A, Duan A, Niu J, Fu J, Yan X, Xu X, Li C, Sun Y. In ovo injection of CHIR-99021 promotes feather follicles development via activating Wnt/β-catenin signaling pathway during chick embryonic period. Poult Sci 2022; 101:101825. [PMID: 35381530 PMCID: PMC8980496 DOI: 10.1016/j.psj.2022.101825] [Citation(s) in RCA: 9] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/08/2021] [Revised: 01/11/2022] [Accepted: 02/23/2022] [Indexed: 11/24/2022] Open
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The Wingless-types/beta-catenin (Wnt/β-catenin) signaling pathway plays an important role in embryonic development and affects the physiological development processes of feather follicles. To investigate the role of Wnt/β-catenin pathway in regulating feather follicles morphogenesis, in ovo injection of CHIR-99021, an activator of the Wnt/β-catenin signaling pathway, was conducted in chick embryo model. Initially, a total of 40 embryos were used to assess feather follicles morphogenesis and the expression of β-catenin (E9–E17). The histological results showed that feather follicle morphogenesis was mainly completed from E9 to E17. β-catenin was involved in the processing of the appearance of dermal cell condensation (E9) and the completion of the feather follicles morphogenesis (E17). Next, a total of 160 fertilized eggs were randomly divided into 8 groups for in ovo injection at E9, including a Normal Saline injected group (CON) and the 500, 1,000, 2,000, 5,000, 10,000, 50,000, and 100,000 ng CHIR-99021 groups. Dorsal skin tissue samples were collected at E17 for investigating feather follicles morphology and expressions of β-catenin and lymphoid enhancerbinding factor-1 (LEF1) at gene and protein levels. The results showed that feather follicle diameter in the injected groups were significantly (P < 0.05) increased with limit dose-independence compared to the CON group. CHIR-99021 significantly (P < 0.05) influenced the mRNA expressions of catenin beta-1 (CTNNB1) and downstream target LEF1. In ovo injection of CHIR-99021 caused that β-catenin and LEF1 were significantly (P < 0.05) increased followed the increased doses as determined by western blotting. The immunochemical results showed that β-catenin was detected in the dermal papilla of feather follicles. Given these results, this study suggests to developmental biology that in ovo injection of CHIR-99021 promoted feather follicles morphogenesis and development via activating Wnt/β-catenin signaling pathway and upregulating downstream target LEF1 during embryonic period in chick embryo model. Moreover, CHIR-99021 may be a strong candidate to promote the animal feather/hair industry, especially as a reference for bird feather production.
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Feng Z, Gong H, Fu J, Xu X, Song Y, Yan X, Mabrouk I, Zhou Y, Wang Y, Fu X, Sui Y, Liu T, Li C, Liu Z, Tian X, Sun L, Guo K, Sun Y, Hu J. In Ovo Injection of CHIR-99021 Promotes Feather Follicle Development via Modulating the Wnt Signaling Pathway and Transcriptome in Goose Embryos ( Anser cygnoides). Front Physiol 2022; 13:858274. [PMID: 35669574 PMCID: PMC9164139 DOI: 10.3389/fphys.2022.858274] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/20/2022] [Accepted: 04/11/2022] [Indexed: 11/13/2022] Open
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Feather performs important physiological functions in birds, and it is also one of the economic productions in goose farming. Understanding and modulating feather follicle development during embryogenesis are essential for bird biology and the poultry industry. CHIR-99021 is a potent Wnt/β-catenin signaling pathway activator associated with feather follicle development. In this study, goose embryos (Anser cygnoides) received an in ovo injection of CHIR-9902, which was conducted at the beginning of feather follicle development (E9). The results showed that feather growth and feather follicle development were promoted. The Wnt signaling pathway was activated by the inhibition of GSK-3β. Transcriptomic analyses showed that the transcription changes were related to translation, metabolism, energy transport, and stress in dorsal tissue of embryos that received CHIR-99021, which might be to adapt and coordinate the promoting effects of CHIR-99021 on feather follicle development. This study suggests that in ovo injection of CHIR-99021 is a potential strategy to improve feather follicle development and feather-related traits for goose farming and provides profiling of the Wnt signaling pathway and transcriptome in dorsal tissue of goose embryos for further understanding of feather follicle development.
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- Ziqiang Feng
- College of Animal Science and Technology, Jilin Agricultural University, Changchun, China
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- College of Animal Science and Technology, Jilin Agricultural University, Changchun, China
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- College of Animal Science and Technology, Jilin Agricultural University, Changchun, China
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- College of Animal Science and Technology, Jilin Agricultural University, Changchun, China
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- College of Animal Science and Technology, Jilin Agricultural University, Changchun, China
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- College of Animal Science and Technology, Jilin Agricultural University, Changchun, China
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- College of Animal Science and Technology, Jilin Agricultural University, Changchun, China
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- College of Animal Science and Technology, Jilin Agricultural University, Changchun, China
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- College of Animal Science and Technology, Jilin Agricultural University, Changchun, China
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- College of Animal Science and Technology, Jilin Agricultural University, Changchun, China
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- College of Animal Science and Technology, Jilin Agricultural University, Changchun, China
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- College of Animal Science and Technology, Jilin Agricultural University, Changchun, China
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- College of Animal Science and Technology, Jilin Agricultural University, Changchun, China
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- College of Animal Science and Technology, Jilin Agricultural University, Changchun, China
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- College of Animal Science and Technology, Jilin Agricultural University, Changchun, China
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- College of Animal Science and Technology, Jilin Agricultural University, Changchun, China
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- College of Animal Science and Technology, Jilin Agricultural University, Changchun, China
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- College of Animal Science and Technology, Jilin Agricultural University, Changchun, China,Key Laboratory of Animal Production, Product Quality and Security (Jilin Agricultural University), Ministry of Education, Changchun, China,*Correspondence: Yongfeng Sun, ; Jingtao Hu,
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- College of Veterinary Medicine, Jilin Agricultural University, Changchun, China,*Correspondence: Yongfeng Sun, ; Jingtao Hu,
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Chen L, Ma Q, Zhang G, Lei Y, Wang W, Zhang Y, Li T, Zhong W, Ming Y, Song G. Protective effect and mechanism of loganin and morroniside on acute lung injury and pulmonary fibrosis. PHYTOMEDICINE : INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF PHYTOTHERAPY AND PHYTOPHARMACOLOGY 2022; 99:154030. [PMID: 35279615 DOI: 10.1016/j.phymed.2022.154030] [Citation(s) in RCA: 12] [Impact Index Per Article: 6.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/31/2021] [Revised: 02/10/2022] [Accepted: 02/25/2022] [Indexed: 06/14/2023]
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BACKGROUND Loganin and morroniside are two iridoid glycosides with anti-inflammatory, antioxidant and anti-tumor effects. Whether they have effect on acute lung injury and pulmonary fibrosis are still unknown. PURPOSE To explore the potential effects of loganin and morroniside against acute lung cancer and pulmonary fibrosis, and the underlying molecular mechanism. STUDY DESIGN AND METHODS Cell and animal models of acute lung injury were established by the induction of LPS. After intervention with loganin and morroniside, the pathological symptom of lung tissue was assessed, pro-inflammatory factors in cells and lung tissues were detected, NF- κB/STAT3 signaling pathway related proteins were detected by western blotting. Mice pulmonary fibrosis model was induced by bleomycin, pathological symptom was assessed by HE and Masson staining. Fibrosis related indicators were detected by qPCR or western blot. CD4+/CD8+ was detected by flow cytometry. RESULTS Loganin and morroniside relieved the pathological symptom of lung tissue in acute lung injury, pro-inflammatory factors such as IL-6, IL-1β, TNF-α mRNA were inhibited. Expression of p-p65 and STAT3 in lung tissues were also downregulated. In addition, loganin and morroniside downregulated the expression of collagen fiber, hydroxyproline and TGF-β1, collagen I and α-SMA mRNA in lung tissues of pulmonary fibrosis model. This study proved that loganin and morroniside have protective effect on acute lung injury and pulmonary fibrosis, and may provide theoretical basis for the development of new clinical drugs.
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- Lianghua Chen
- Key Laboratory of Fujian Province for physiology and Biochemistry of Subtropical Plant, Fujian Institute of Subtropical Botany, Xiamen, Fujian 361006, China
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- Cancer Research Center, School of Medicine, Xiamen University, Xiamen 361102, China
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- Cancer Research Center, School of Medicine, Xiamen University, Xiamen 361102, China
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- Cancer Research Center, School of Medicine, Xiamen University, Xiamen 361102, China
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- Cancer Research Center, School of Medicine, Xiamen University, Xiamen 361102, China
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- Cancer Research Center, School of Medicine, Xiamen University, Xiamen 361102, China
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- Cancer Research Center, School of Medicine, Xiamen University, Xiamen 361102, China
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- Cancer Research Center, School of Medicine, Xiamen University, Xiamen 361102, China
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- Key Laboratory of Fujian Province for physiology and Biochemistry of Subtropical Plant, Fujian Institute of Subtropical Botany, Xiamen, Fujian 361006, China
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- Cancer Research Center, School of Medicine, Xiamen University, Xiamen 361102, China.
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Chen Y, Zhou L, Ding Y, Yang X, Jing J, Wu X, Zhang J, Lu Z. Kartogenin regulates hair growth and hair cycling transition. Int J Med Sci 2022; 19:537-545. [PMID: 35370470 PMCID: PMC8964329 DOI: 10.7150/ijms.68434] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/25/2021] [Accepted: 02/23/2022] [Indexed: 11/22/2022] Open
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Background: Kartogenin is a heterocyclic compound able to promote the proliferation, migration, and differentiation of various cell types and induce cartilage-like tissue regeneration. However, the role of kartogenin in hair follicles (HFs), remains unknown. We therefore investigated the effects of kartogenin on the regulation of hair growth and hair growth cycle transition. Methods: The effects of kartogenin on the proliferation, cell cycle status, and migration of primary human outer root sheath cells (ORSCs) were evaluated by MTS assay, flow cytometry, Transwell® and scratch assays, respectively. We exposed ORSCs to kartogenin (1 µM) and determined changes in mRNA and protein levels of transforming growth factor (TGF)-β2/Smad signaling molecules by reverse transcription polymerase chain reaction, western blotting, and immunofluorescence. We also examined the effects of kartogenin (10 µM) on HFs in mice by histology following cutaneous injection. Results: Kartogenin enhanced ORSC proliferation and migration function in a dose-dependent manner, and downregulated the expression of TGF-β2/Smad signaling molecules in vitro. Injection of kartogenin delayed catagen phase and increased regenerated hair length in mice in vivo. Conclusions: Kartogenin modulates HF growth and regulates the hair cycle and the TGF-β2/Smad signaling pathway, providing a potential new approach for the treatment of hair loss.
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- Yuhong Chen
- Department of Dermatology, The Second Affiliated Hospital, School of Medicine, Zhejiang University, Hangzhou 310009, PR China
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- Department of Dermatology, Huashan Hospital, Fudan University, 12 Middle Wulumuqi Road, Shanghai 200040, PR China
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- Department of Dermatology, The Second Affiliated Hospital, School of Medicine, Zhejiang University, Hangzhou 310009, PR China
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- Department of Dermatology, The Second Affiliated Hospital, School of Medicine, Zhejiang University, Hangzhou 310009, PR China
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- Department of Dermatology, The Second Affiliated Hospital, School of Medicine, Zhejiang University, Hangzhou 310009, PR China
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- Department of Dermatology, The Second Affiliated Hospital, School of Medicine, Zhejiang University, Hangzhou 310009, PR China
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- Department of cosmetic & plastic surgery, Affiliated Hangzhou First People's Hospital, Zhejiang University School of Medicine, Add: 261 Huansha road, Hangzhou 311100, PR China
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- Department of Dermatology, The Second Affiliated Hospital, School of Medicine, Zhejiang University, Hangzhou 310009, PR China
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Park S, Lee J. Modulation of Hair Growth Promoting Effect by Natural Products. Pharmaceutics 2021; 13:pharmaceutics13122163. [PMID: 34959442 PMCID: PMC8706577 DOI: 10.3390/pharmaceutics13122163] [Citation(s) in RCA: 11] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/08/2021] [Revised: 12/09/2021] [Accepted: 12/10/2021] [Indexed: 02/04/2023] Open
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A large number of people suffer from alopecia or hair loss worldwide. Drug-based therapies using minoxidil and finasteride for the treatment of alopecia are available, but they have shown various side effects in patients. Thus, the use of new therapeutic approaches using bioactive products to reduce the risk of anti-hair-loss medications has been emphasized. Natural products have been used since ancient times and have been proven safe, with few side effects. Several studies have demonstrated the use of plants and their extracts to promote hair growth. Moreover, commercial products based on these natural ingredients have been developed for the treatment of alopecia. Several clinical, animal, and cell-based studies have been conducted to determine the anti-alopecia effects of plant-derived biochemicals. This review is a collective study of phytochemicals with anti-alopecia effects, focusing mainly on the mechanisms underlying their hair-growth-promoting effects.
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- Seyeon Park
- Department of Applied Chemistry, Dongduk Women’s University, Seoul 02748, Korea;
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- Department of Food and Nutrition, Chosun University, Gwangju 61452, Korea
- Correspondence: ; Tel.: +82-62-230-7722
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Papukashvili D, Rcheulishvili N, Liu C, Xie F, Tyagi D, He Y, Wang PG. Perspectives on miRNAs Targeting DKK1 for Developing Hair Regeneration Therapy. Cells 2021; 10:2957. [PMID: 34831180 PMCID: PMC8616136 DOI: 10.3390/cells10112957] [Citation(s) in RCA: 12] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/10/2021] [Revised: 10/22/2021] [Accepted: 10/26/2021] [Indexed: 02/08/2023] Open
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Androgenetic alopecia (AGA) remains an unsolved problem for the well-being of humankind, although multiple important involvements in hair growth have been discovered. Up until now, there is no ideal therapy in clinical practice in terms of efficacy and safety. Ultimately, there is a strong need for developing a feasible remedy for preventing and treating AGA. The Wnt/β-catenin signaling pathway is critical in hair restoration. Thus, AGA treatment via modulating this pathway is rational, although challenging. Dickkopf-related protein 1 (DKK1) is distinctly identified as an inhibitor of canonical Wnt/β-catenin signaling. Thus, in order to stimulate the Wnt/β-catenin signaling pathway, inhibition of DKK1 is greatly demanding. Studying DKK1-targeting microRNAs (miRNAs) involved in the Wnt/β-catenin signaling pathway may lay the groundwork for the promotion of hair growth. Bearing in mind that DKK1 inhibition in the balding scalp of AGA certainly makes sense, this review sheds light on the perspectives of miRNA-mediated hair growth for treating AGA via regulating DKK1 and, eventually, modulating Wnt/β-catenin signaling. Consequently, certain miRNAs regulating the Wnt/β-catenin signaling pathway via DKK1 inhibition might represent attractive candidates for further studies focusing on promoting hair growth and AGA therapy.
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- School of Medicine, Southern University of Science and Technology, Shenzhen 518000, China; (D.P.); (N.R.); (C.L.); (F.X.); (D.T.)
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- School of Medicine, Southern University of Science and Technology, Shenzhen 518000, China; (D.P.); (N.R.); (C.L.); (F.X.); (D.T.)
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Hu XM, Li ZX, Zhang DY, Yang YC, Fu SA, Zhang ZQ, Yang RH, Xiong K. A systematic summary of survival and death signalling during the life of hair follicle stem cells. Stem Cell Res Ther 2021; 12:453. [PMID: 34380571 PMCID: PMC8359037 DOI: 10.1186/s13287-021-02527-y] [Citation(s) in RCA: 52] [Impact Index Per Article: 17.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/25/2021] [Accepted: 07/26/2021] [Indexed: 12/13/2022] Open
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Hair follicle stem cells (HFSCs) are among the most widely available resources and most frequently approved model systems used for studying adult stem cells. HFSCs are particularly useful because of their self-renewal and differentiation properties. Additionally, the cyclic growth of hair follicles is driven by HFSCs. There are high expectations for the use of HFSCs as favourable systems for studying the molecular mechanisms that contribute to HFSC identification and can be applied to hair loss therapy, such as the activation or regeneration of hair follicles, and to the generation of hair using a tissue-engineering strategy. A variety of molecules are involved in the networks that critically regulate the fate of HFSCs, such as factors in hair follicle growth and development (in the Wnt pathway, Sonic hedgehog pathway, Notch pathway, and BMP pathway), and that suppress apoptotic cues (the apoptosis pathway). Here, we review the life cycle, biomarkers and functions of HFSCs, concluding with a summary of the signalling pathways involved in HFSC fate for promoting better understanding of the pathophysiological changes in the HFSC niche. Importantly, we highlight the potential mechanisms underlying the therapeutic targets involved in pathways associated with the treatment of hair loss and other disorders of skin and hair, including alopecia, skin cancer, skin inflammation, and skin wound healing.
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- Xi-Min Hu
- Department of Anatomy and Neurobiology, School of Basic Medical Sciences, Central South University, Morphological Sciences Building, 172 Tongzi Po Road, Changsha, 410013, China.,Department of Dermatology, Xiangya Hospital, Central South University, Changsha, 410013, China
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- Department of Anatomy and Neurobiology, School of Basic Medical Sciences, Central South University, Morphological Sciences Building, 172 Tongzi Po Road, Changsha, 410013, China
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- Department of Anatomy and Neurobiology, School of Basic Medical Sciences, Central South University, Morphological Sciences Building, 172 Tongzi Po Road, Changsha, 410013, China
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- Department of Anatomy and Neurobiology, School of Basic Medical Sciences, Central South University, Morphological Sciences Building, 172 Tongzi Po Road, Changsha, 410013, China
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- Department of Anatomy and Neurobiology, School of Basic Medical Sciences, Central South University, Morphological Sciences Building, 172 Tongzi Po Road, Changsha, 410013, China
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- Department of Anatomy and Neurobiology, School of Basic Medical Sciences, Central South University, Morphological Sciences Building, 172 Tongzi Po Road, Changsha, 410013, China
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- Department of Burn Surgery, The First People's Hospital of Foshan, #81, Lingnan North Road, Foshan, 528000, China.
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- Department of Anatomy and Neurobiology, School of Basic Medical Sciences, Central South University, Morphological Sciences Building, 172 Tongzi Po Road, Changsha, 410013, China. .,Hunan Key Laboratory of Ophthalmology, Changsha, 410008, China.
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REGγ regulates hair cycle by activating Lgr5 positive hair follicle stem cells. J Dermatol Sci 2021; 102:101-108. [PMID: 33933312 DOI: 10.1016/j.jdermsci.2021.04.002] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/23/2020] [Revised: 03/27/2021] [Accepted: 04/12/2021] [Indexed: 01/14/2023]
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BACKGROUND REGγ acts as a proteasome activating factor mediating proteasome degradation of substrate proteins in an ATP and ubiquitination independent manner and also as an important regulator of cell cycle, proliferation and apoptosis. Hair cycle involves dynamic, continuous morphological changes of three stages (anagen, catagen and telogen). OBJECTIVE The function of REGγ in hair cycling is still unclear. METHODS Here, we used REGγ knockout 293 T cells, inducible 293WT and 293N151Y cell, REGγ knockout mice to identify the novel molecular mechanism of REGγ in regulating hair follicle stem cells. RESULTS In the present study, we found that REGγ deletion markedly delayed the transition of hair follicles from telogen to anagen and hair regeneration in mice. We also observed significant decrease of hair follicle stem cell number, stem-like property and proliferation ability. Interestingly, the results from real-time PCR, FACS, Western Blot and immunofluorescent analysis showed that REGγ deletion could greatly downregulate Lgr5 expression in the hair follicles. Meanwhile, REGγ was demonstrated to directly interact with LHX2 and promotes its degradation. Importantly, REGγ specific deletion in Lgr5+ stem cells induced the marked delay of hair regeneration after depilation. CONCLUSION These data together indicate that REGγ was a new mediator of Lgr5 expression in hair follicle at least partly by promoting the degradation of its suppressive transcription factor LHX2. It seemed that REGγ regulated hair anagen entry and hair regrowth by activating Lgr5 positive hair follicle stem cells.
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Deng D, Yan J, Wu Y, Wu K, Li W. Morroniside suppresses hydrogen peroxide-stimulated autophagy and apoptosis in rat ovarian granulosa cells through the PI3K/AKT/mTOR pathway. Hum Exp Toxicol 2021; 40:577-586. [PMID: 32954801 DOI: 10.1177/0960327120960768] [Citation(s) in RCA: 15] [Impact Index Per Article: 5.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/16/2023]
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Previous evidences have indicated that granulosa cells play a critical role in follicular growth. Hydrogen peroxide (H2O2)-induced oxidative stress has been associated with ovarian granulosa cell apoptosis and ovarian function. Recently, a study highlighted the protective role of morroniside against H2O2-induced damage. In this study, we aimed to investigate the effects of morroniside on H2O2-stimulated rat ovarian granulosa cells and its underlying molecular mechanisms. Our results showed that H2O2 treatment suppressed cell survival and increased apoptosis in rat granulosa cells, while treatment with morroniside markedly increased H2O2-induced granulosa cell survival in a dose-dependent manner (0, 10, 50 and 100 µM). Moreover, treatment with 50 µM morroniside impeded H2O2-induced cell apoptosis. An elevation in intracellular ROS, MDA, SOD, GSH-Px, and CAT level was observed in H2O2-induced granulosa cells; however, this effect was abrogated by morroniside treatment. Further studies suggested that administration of morroniside inhibited H2O2-induced granulosa cell apoptosis and caspase-3 activity. In addition, after morroniside treatment of H2O2-stimulated granulosa cells, autophagy-related protein (LC3-II/LC3-I ratio) and beclin-1 expression was decreased and p62 level was increased. Interestingly, we found that morroniside treatment activated the PI3K/AKT/mTOR pathway in H2O2-stimulated granulosa cells. Finally, we showed that treatment with PI3K and mTOR inhibitors reversed the protective effects of morroniside on H2O2-induced granulosa cells. Taken together, our data suggest that treatment with morroniside decreased apoptosis, autophagy, and oxidative stress in rat granulosa cells through the PI3K/AKT/mTOR pathway.
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- D Deng
- Hospital of 118385Chengdu University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Chengdu, Sichuan Province, People's Republic of China
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- Shaanxi University of Chinese Medicine, Xianyang, Shaanxi Province, People's Republic of China
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- Department of Stomatology, Hospital of 118385Chengdu University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Chengdu, Sichuan Province, People's Republic of China
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- Department of Gynaecology, Hospital of 118385Chengdu University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Chengdu, Sichuan Province, People's Republic of China
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- Hospital of 118385Chengdu University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Chengdu, Sichuan Province, People's Republic of China
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Rajendran RL, Gangadaran P, Kwack MH, Oh JM, Hong CM, Sung YK, Lee J, Ahn BC. Human fibroblast-derived extracellular vesicles promote hair growth in cultured human hair follicles. FEBS Lett 2021; 595:942-953. [PMID: 33523480 DOI: 10.1002/1873-3468.14050] [Citation(s) in RCA: 8] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/15/2020] [Revised: 01/05/2021] [Accepted: 01/19/2021] [Indexed: 12/15/2022]
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Hair loss is a prevalent medical condition affecting both genders. In this study, we investigate the effects of a specific class of extracellular vesicles (EVs), namely human normal fibroblast-derived EVs (hFB-EVs), on human dermal papilla (DP) and outer root sheath (ORS) cells and examine the molecular mechanisms responsible for hair growth in hair follicles (HFs). We find that Wnt3a, which maintains the hair-generating activity of DP cells, is enriched and more strongly associated with hFB-EVs than with fibroblasts. Furthermore, hFB-EV-associated Wnt3a mediated receptor activation in cultured DP cells, leading to an increase in β-catenin in the cytoplasm and its translocation into the nucleus, thereby elevating expression of the target genes Axin2 and Lef1. Additionally, hFB-EVs promoted the migration, proliferation, and differentiation of ORS cells and elongation of the hair shaft in human HFs. These findings revealed a novel mechanism by which hFB-EVs influence hair growth.
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- Ramya Lakshmi Rajendran
- Department of Nuclear Medicine, School of Medicine, Kyungpook National University, Daegu, Korea
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- Department of Nuclear Medicine, School of Medicine, Kyungpook National University, Daegu, Korea.,BK21 FOUR KNU Convergence Educational Program of Biomedical Sciences for Creative Future Talents, School of Medicine, Kyungpook National University, Daegu, Korea
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- BK21 FOUR KNU Convergence Educational Program of Biomedical Sciences for Creative Future Talents, School of Medicine, Kyungpook National University, Daegu, Korea.,Department of Immunology, School of Medicine, Kyungpook National University, Daegu, Korea
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- Department of Nuclear Medicine, School of Medicine, Kyungpook National University, Daegu, Korea
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- Department of Nuclear Medicine, Kyungpook National University Hospital, Daegu, Korea
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- BK21 FOUR KNU Convergence Educational Program of Biomedical Sciences for Creative Future Talents, School of Medicine, Kyungpook National University, Daegu, Korea.,Department of Immunology, School of Medicine, Kyungpook National University, Daegu, Korea
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- Department of Nuclear Medicine, School of Medicine, Kyungpook National University, Daegu, Korea.,Department of Nuclear Medicine, Kyungpook National University Hospital, Daegu, Korea
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- Department of Nuclear Medicine, School of Medicine, Kyungpook National University, Daegu, Korea.,BK21 FOUR KNU Convergence Educational Program of Biomedical Sciences for Creative Future Talents, School of Medicine, Kyungpook National University, Daegu, Korea.,Department of Nuclear Medicine, Kyungpook National University Hospital, Daegu, Korea
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Zhou L, Wen L, Sheng Y, Lu J, Hu R, Wang X, Lu Z, Yang Q. The PD-1/PD-L1 pathway in murine hair cycle transition: a potential anagen phase regulator. Arch Dermatol Res 2021; 313:751-758. [PMID: 33399960 DOI: 10.1007/s00403-020-02169-9] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/29/2020] [Revised: 09/23/2020] [Accepted: 11/13/2020] [Indexed: 12/26/2022]
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Programmed cell death protein-1 (PD-1) is primarily recognized as an inhibitory receptor involved in the regulation of immunological tolerance. However, recent studies have indicated that PD-1/PD-L1 signaling could also regulate the functions of nonimmune cells and may be involved in regulating hair biology. In this study, we showed in a mouse model of depilation-induced hair cycling that PD-1/PD-L1 are expressed in the murine epidermis and hair follicle (HF) in a hair cycle-dependent manner. During HF morphogenesis, PD-1 expression was strongly decreased during the anagen phase compared with the catagen and telogen phases. PD-L1 expression was enhanced during the catagen phase compared with the anagen and telogen phases. Moreover, direct blockade of PD-L1 not only accelerated hair anagen phase onset but also delayed catagen progression. In conclusion, our findings indicated that PD-1/PD-L1 signaling may act as a negative regulator of hair cycle transition. Anti-PD-1/PD-L1 therapy may thus be a promising strategy for treating anagen-reduced hair loss.
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- Lijuan Zhou
- Department of Dermatology, Huashan Hospital, Fudan University, Shanghai, China
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- Department of Hepatobiliary and Pancreatic Surgery, The First Affiliated Hospital, School of Medicine, Zhejiang University, Hangzhou, China
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- Department of Dermatology, Huashan Hospital, Fudan University, Shanghai, China
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- Department of Dermatology, Huashan Hospital, Fudan University, Shanghai, China
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- Department of Dermatology, Huashan Hospital, Fudan University, Shanghai, China
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- Department of Dermatology, Huashan Hospital, Fudan University, Shanghai, China
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- Department of Dermatology, The Second Affiliated Hospital, School of Medicine, Zhejiang University, Hangzhou, China.
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- Department of Dermatology, Huashan Hospital, Fudan University, Shanghai, China.
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Peyravian N, Deo S, Daunert S, Jimenez JJ. The Inflammatory Aspect of Male and Female Pattern Hair Loss. J Inflamm Res 2020; 13:879-881. [PMID: 33204138 PMCID: PMC7667670 DOI: 10.2147/jir.s275785] [Citation(s) in RCA: 16] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/18/2020] [Accepted: 09/07/2020] [Indexed: 12/22/2022] Open
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Male and female pattern hair loss (MPHL and FPHL, respectively), is the most common cause of hair loss affecting nearly 80 million people in the US, yet treatment options remain limited and lacking. As the need for more effective therapeutics remains unmet, this perspective offers a unique angle by directing attention to the inflammatory aspect of MPHL and FPHL. Evidence and implications of inflammation as a characteristic feature of MPHL and FPHL are highlighted through evaluation of clinical and quantitative data. Comparable results suggest the presence of significant perifollicular inflammatory infiltrates, such as lymphocytes and histiocytes, as well as the involvement of inflammatory genes, such as CASP7 and TNF, in the presentation of MPHL and FPHL. Resurfacing of the inflammatory aspect in MPHL and FPHL pathogenesis will advance future developments in MPHL and FPHL therapeutic options.
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- Nadia Peyravian
- Department of Biochemistry and Molecular Biology, University of Miami Miller School of Medicine, Miami, FL, USA
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- Department of Biochemistry and Molecular Biology, University of Miami Miller School of Medicine, Miami, FL, USA
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- Department of Biochemistry and Molecular Biology, University of Miami Miller School of Medicine, Miami, FL, USA
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- Department of Biochemistry and Molecular Biology, University of Miami Miller School of Medicine, Miami, FL, USA.,Dr. Phillip Frost Department of Dermatology & Cutaneous Surgery, University of Miami Miller School of Medicine, Miami, FL, USA
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Targeting Wnt/β-Catenin Pathway for Developing Therapies for Hair Loss. Int J Mol Sci 2020; 21:ijms21144915. [PMID: 32664659 PMCID: PMC7404278 DOI: 10.3390/ijms21144915] [Citation(s) in RCA: 95] [Impact Index Per Article: 23.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/01/2020] [Revised: 07/10/2020] [Accepted: 07/10/2020] [Indexed: 12/15/2022] Open
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Persistent hair loss is a major cause of psychological distress and compromised quality of life in millions of people worldwide. Remarkable progress has been made in understanding the molecular basis of hair loss and identifying valid intracellular targets for designing effective therapies for hair loss treatment. Whereas a variety of growth factors and signaling pathways have been implicated in hair cycling process, the activation of Wnt/β-catenin signaling plays a central role in hair follicle regeneration. Several plant-derived chemicals have been reported to promote hair growth by activating Wnt/β-catenin signaling in various in vitro and in vivo studies. This mini-review sheds light on the role of Wnt/β-catenin in promoting hair growth and the current progress in designing hair loss therapies by targeting this signaling pathway.
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Hu S, Li Z, Lutz H, Huang K, Su T, Cores J, Dinh PUC, Cheng K. Dermal exosomes containing miR-218-5p promote hair regeneration by regulating β-catenin signaling. SCIENCE ADVANCES 2020; 6:eaba1685. [PMID: 32832660 PMCID: PMC7439409 DOI: 10.1126/sciadv.aba1685] [Citation(s) in RCA: 83] [Impact Index Per Article: 20.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/14/2020] [Accepted: 06/11/2020] [Indexed: 05/05/2023]
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The progression in the hair follicle cycle from the telogen to the anagen phase is the key to regulating hair regrowth. Dermal papilla (DP) cells support hair growth and regulate the hair cycle. However, they gradually lose key inductive properties upon culture. DP cells can partially restore their capacity to promote hair regrowth after being subjected to spheroid culture. In this study, results revealed that DP spheroids are effective at inducing the progression of the hair follicle cycle from telogen to anagen compared with just DP cell or minoxidil treatment. Because of the importance of paracrine signaling in this process, secretome and exosomes were isolated from DP cell culture, and their therapeutic efficacies were investigated. We demonstrated that miR-218-5p was notably up-regulated in DP spheroid-derived exosomes. Western blot and immunofluorescence imaging were used to demonstrate that DP spheroid-derived exosomes up-regulated β-catenin, promoting the development of hair follicles.
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- Shiqi Hu
- Department of Molecular Biomedical Sciences and Comparative Medicine Institute, North Carolina State University, Raleigh, NC 27607, USA
- Joint Department of Biomedical Engineering, University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, Chapel Hill, NC 27599, and North Carolina State University, Raleigh, NC 27606, USA
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- Department of Molecular Biomedical Sciences and Comparative Medicine Institute, North Carolina State University, Raleigh, NC 27607, USA
- Joint Department of Biomedical Engineering, University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, Chapel Hill, NC 27599, and North Carolina State University, Raleigh, NC 27606, USA
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- Department of Molecular Biomedical Sciences and Comparative Medicine Institute, North Carolina State University, Raleigh, NC 27607, USA
- Joint Department of Biomedical Engineering, University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, Chapel Hill, NC 27599, and North Carolina State University, Raleigh, NC 27606, USA
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- Department of Molecular Biomedical Sciences and Comparative Medicine Institute, North Carolina State University, Raleigh, NC 27607, USA
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- Department of Molecular Biomedical Sciences and Comparative Medicine Institute, North Carolina State University, Raleigh, NC 27607, USA
- Joint Department of Biomedical Engineering, University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, Chapel Hill, NC 27599, and North Carolina State University, Raleigh, NC 27606, USA
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- Department of Molecular Biomedical Sciences and Comparative Medicine Institute, North Carolina State University, Raleigh, NC 27607, USA
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- Department of Molecular Biomedical Sciences and Comparative Medicine Institute, North Carolina State University, Raleigh, NC 27607, USA
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- Department of Molecular Biomedical Sciences and Comparative Medicine Institute, North Carolina State University, Raleigh, NC 27607, USA
- Joint Department of Biomedical Engineering, University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, Chapel Hill, NC 27599, and North Carolina State University, Raleigh, NC 27606, USA
- Corresponding author.
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Tang X, Wu H, Mao X, Li X, Wang Y. The GLP-1 receptor herbal agonist morroniside attenuates neuropathic pain via spinal microglial expression of IL-10 and β-endorphin. Biochem Biophys Res Commun 2020; 530:494-499. [PMID: 32595037 DOI: 10.1016/j.bbrc.2020.05.080] [Citation(s) in RCA: 18] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/30/2020] [Accepted: 05/12/2020] [Indexed: 01/10/2023]
Abstract
OBJECTIVES To assess the protective effect of the glucagon-like peptide-1 receptor (GLP-1R) agonist morroniside against neuropathic pain and its downstream mechanisms of activating microglial GLP-1R/interleukin-10 (IL-10)/β-endorphin antinociceptive pathway. METHODS Spinal nerve ligation-induced neuropathic pain rats were intrathecally injected with morroniside, with mechanical paw withdrawal threshold being assessed. The expression of spinal and cultured microglia IL-10 and β-endorphin were detected with qRT-PCR. KEY FINDINGS Morroniside alleviated mechanical allodynia in neuropathic rats, which was blocked by inhibiting or depleting microglia. In addition, neutralizing spinal IL-10 or β-endorphin with specialized antibodies or blocking the μ-opioid receptor was able to fully reverse the morroniside-induced mechanical antiallodynia. Morroniside treatment stimulated the gene expression of IL-10 and β-endorphin in the spinal lumbar enlargements of neuropathic rats as well as in primary cultured microglia. Furthermore, pretreatment with the IL-10 antibody blocked morroniside-stimulated β-endorphin expression in the spinal cords of neuropathic rats and cultured primary microglia, whereas the β-endorphin antibody failed to affect morroniside-stimulated gene expression of IL-10. CONCLUSIONS These results reveal that morroniside produces therapeutic effects in neuropathy through spinal microglial expression of IL-10 and subsequent β-endorphin after activation of GLP-1R.
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Affiliation(s)
- Xueqi Tang
- King's Lab, Shanghai Jiao Tong University School of Pharmacy, Shanghai, 200240, China
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- King's Lab, Shanghai Jiao Tong University School of Pharmacy, Shanghai, 200240, China
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- King's Lab, Shanghai Jiao Tong University School of Pharmacy, Shanghai, 200240, China
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- King's Lab, Shanghai Jiao Tong University School of Pharmacy, Shanghai, 200240, China
| | - Yongxiang Wang
- King's Lab, Shanghai Jiao Tong University School of Pharmacy, Shanghai, 200240, China.
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