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Gómez-Farto A, Jiménez-Escobar AL, Pérez-González N, Castán H, Clares B, Arias-Santiago S, Montero-Vílchez T. Development of an Emulgel for the Effective Treatment of Atopic Dermatitis: Biocompatibility and Clinical Investigation. Gels 2024; 10:370. [PMID: 38920917 PMCID: PMC11202525 DOI: 10.3390/gels10060370] [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: 05/01/2024] [Revised: 05/19/2024] [Accepted: 05/21/2024] [Indexed: 06/27/2024] Open
Abstract
Atopic dermatitis (AD) is a common dermatological disease affecting both children and adults. No drug-free emulgel has been developed and studied in vitro and in vivo for the treatment of AD. The aim of this study was to develop and assess the efficacy of a topical emulgel containing hyaluronic acid, glycerol, Calendula officinalis, Aloe vera, polyphenols and EGF for the concomitant treatment in patients with AD aged over 14. Objective skin barrier function parameters were included, such as transepidermal water loss (TEWL), skin temperature, pH, stratum corneum hydration, skin elasticity and erythema. The subjective opinion of the patients was determined including acceptability, absorption, comfort of use and tolerability, as well as the degree of improvement in patients' quality of life. We observed an improvement in the subjective parameters studied and statistically significant differences in the objective parameters. Specifically, we found an improvement in TEWL (p = 0.006), erythema (p = 0.008) and hydration (p < 0.001), parameters indicating an improvement in the epidermal barrier. One hundred per cent of patients were satisfied with the product. Therefore, these results suggest that the product may contribute to the treatment of AD.
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- Almudena Gómez-Farto
- Instituto de Investigación Biotecnológica, Farmacéutica y Medicamentos Huérfanos, S.L, 18016 Granada, Spain; (A.G.-F.); (A.L.J.-E.); (N.P.-G.); (H.C.)
- Department of Pharmacy & Pharmaceutical Technology, Faculty of Pharmacy, University of Granada, 18071 Granada, Spain
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- Instituto de Investigación Biotecnológica, Farmacéutica y Medicamentos Huérfanos, S.L, 18016 Granada, Spain; (A.G.-F.); (A.L.J.-E.); (N.P.-G.); (H.C.)
- Department of Pharmacy & Pharmaceutical Technology, Faculty of Pharmacy, University of Granada, 18071 Granada, Spain
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- Instituto de Investigación Biotecnológica, Farmacéutica y Medicamentos Huérfanos, S.L, 18016 Granada, Spain; (A.G.-F.); (A.L.J.-E.); (N.P.-G.); (H.C.)
- Department of Pharmacy & Pharmaceutical Technology, Faculty of Pharmacy, University of Granada, 18071 Granada, Spain
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- Instituto de Investigación Biotecnológica, Farmacéutica y Medicamentos Huérfanos, S.L, 18016 Granada, Spain; (A.G.-F.); (A.L.J.-E.); (N.P.-G.); (H.C.)
- Department of Pharmacy & Pharmaceutical Technology, Faculty of Pharmacy, University of Granada, 18071 Granada, Spain
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- Department of Pharmacy & Pharmaceutical Technology, Faculty of Pharmacy, University of Granada, 18071 Granada, Spain
- Institute of Nanoscience and Nanotechnology (IN2UB), University of Barcelona, 08028 Barcelona, Spain
- Biosanitary Institute of Granada (ibs.GRANADA), 18012 Granada, Spain; (S.A.-S.); (T.M.-V.)
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- Biosanitary Institute of Granada (ibs.GRANADA), 18012 Granada, Spain; (S.A.-S.); (T.M.-V.)
- Department of Dermatology, Granada School of Medicine, Granada University, Virgen de las Nieves University Hospital, 18012 Granada, Spain
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- Biosanitary Institute of Granada (ibs.GRANADA), 18012 Granada, Spain; (S.A.-S.); (T.M.-V.)
- Department of Dermatology, Granada School of Medicine, Granada University, Virgen de las Nieves University Hospital, 18012 Granada, Spain
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Liu Z, Hou P, Fang J, Shao C, Shi Y, Melino G, Peschiaroli A. Hyaluronic acid metabolism and chemotherapy resistance: recent advances and therapeutic potential. Mol Oncol 2023. [PMID: 37953485 DOI: 10.1002/1878-0261.13551] [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: 08/03/2023] [Revised: 10/04/2023] [Accepted: 11/10/2023] [Indexed: 11/14/2023] Open
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Hyaluronic acid (HA) is a major component of the extracellular matrix, providing essential mechanical scaffolding for cells and, at the same time, mediating essential biochemical signals required for tissue homeostasis. Many solid tumors are characterized by dysregulated HA metabolism, resulting in increased HA levels in cancer tissues. HA interacts with several cell surface receptors, such as cluster of differentiation 44 and receptor for hyaluronan-mediated motility, thus co-regulating important signaling pathways in cancer development and progression. In this review, we describe the enzymes controlling HA metabolism and its intracellular effectors emphasizing their impact on cancer chemotherapy resistance. We will also explore the current and future prospects of HA-based therapy, highlighting the opportunities and challenges in the field.
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- Zhanhong Liu
- Department of Experimental Medicine, University of Rome Tor Vergata, Rome, Italy
- Institutes for Translational Medicine, State Key Laboratory of Radiation Medicine and Protection, The First Affiliated Hospital of Soochow University, Suzhou Medical College of Soochow University, China
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- Department of Experimental Medicine, University of Rome Tor Vergata, Rome, Italy
- Institutes for Translational Medicine, State Key Laboratory of Radiation Medicine and Protection, The First Affiliated Hospital of Soochow University, Suzhou Medical College of Soochow University, China
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- Institutes for Translational Medicine, State Key Laboratory of Radiation Medicine and Protection, The First Affiliated Hospital of Soochow University, Suzhou Medical College of Soochow University, China
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- Institutes for Translational Medicine, State Key Laboratory of Radiation Medicine and Protection, The First Affiliated Hospital of Soochow University, Suzhou Medical College of Soochow University, China
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- Institutes for Translational Medicine, State Key Laboratory of Radiation Medicine and Protection, The First Affiliated Hospital of Soochow University, Suzhou Medical College of Soochow University, China
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- Department of Experimental Medicine, University of Rome Tor Vergata, Rome, Italy
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- Institute of Translational Pharmacology (IFT), National Research Council (CNR), Rome, Italy
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Liu Z, Hou P, Fang J, Zhu J, Zha J, Liu R, Ding Y, Zuo M, Li P, Cao L, Feng C, Melino G, Shao C, Shi Y. Mesenchymal stromal cells confer breast cancer doxorubicin resistance by producing hyaluronan. Oncogene 2023; 42:3221-3235. [PMID: 37704784 DOI: 10.1038/s41388-023-02837-w] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/06/2023] [Revised: 08/31/2023] [Accepted: 09/05/2023] [Indexed: 09/15/2023]
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Chemotherapy resistance represents a major cause of therapeutic failure and mortality in cancer patients. Mesenchymal stromal cells (MSCs), an integral component of tumor microenvironment, are known to promote drug resistance. However, the detailed mechanisms remain to be elucidated. Here, we found that MSCs confer breast cancer resistance to doxorubicin by diminishing its intratumoral accumulation. Hyaluronan (HA), a major extracellular matrix (ECM) product of MSCs, was found to mediate the chemoresistant effect. The chemoresistant effect of MSCs was abrogated when hyaluronic acid synthase 2 (HAS2) was depleted or inhibited. Exogenous HA also protected tumor grafts from doxorubicin. Molecular dynamics simulation analysis indicates that HA can bind with doxorubicin, mainly via hydrophobic and hydrogen bonds, and thus reduce its entry into breast cancer cells. This mechanism is distinct from the reported chemoresistant effect of HA via its receptor on cell surface. High HA serum levels were also found to be positively associated with chemoresistance in breast cancer patients. Our findings indicate that the HA-doxorubicin binding dynamics can confer cancer cells chemoresistance. Reducing HA may enhance chemotherapy efficacy.
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- Zhanhong Liu
- The First Affiliated Hospital of Soochow University, Institutes for Translational Medicine, State Key Laboratory of Radiation Medicine and Protection, Suzhou Medical College of Soochow University, Suzhou, Jiangsu, China
- Department of Experimental Medicine and Biochemical Sciences, University of Rome Tor Vergata, Rome, Italy
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- The First Affiliated Hospital of Soochow University, Institutes for Translational Medicine, State Key Laboratory of Radiation Medicine and Protection, Suzhou Medical College of Soochow University, Suzhou, Jiangsu, China
- Department of Experimental Medicine and Biochemical Sciences, University of Rome Tor Vergata, Rome, Italy
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- The First Affiliated Hospital of Soochow University, Institutes for Translational Medicine, State Key Laboratory of Radiation Medicine and Protection, Suzhou Medical College of Soochow University, Suzhou, Jiangsu, China
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- School of Life Sciences and Health Engineering, Jiangnan University, Wuxi, Jiangsu, China
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- Department of Oncology, The First Affiliated Hospital of Soochow University, Suzhou, Jiangsu, China
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- The First Affiliated Hospital of Soochow University, Institutes for Translational Medicine, State Key Laboratory of Radiation Medicine and Protection, Suzhou Medical College of Soochow University, Suzhou, Jiangsu, China
- Department of Experimental Medicine and Biochemical Sciences, University of Rome Tor Vergata, Rome, Italy
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- The First Affiliated Hospital of Soochow University, Institutes for Translational Medicine, State Key Laboratory of Radiation Medicine and Protection, Suzhou Medical College of Soochow University, Suzhou, Jiangsu, China
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- The First Affiliated Hospital of Soochow University, Institutes for Translational Medicine, State Key Laboratory of Radiation Medicine and Protection, Suzhou Medical College of Soochow University, Suzhou, Jiangsu, China
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- The First Affiliated Hospital of Soochow University, Institutes for Translational Medicine, State Key Laboratory of Radiation Medicine and Protection, Suzhou Medical College of Soochow University, Suzhou, Jiangsu, China
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- The First Affiliated Hospital of Soochow University, Institutes for Translational Medicine, State Key Laboratory of Radiation Medicine and Protection, Suzhou Medical College of Soochow University, Suzhou, Jiangsu, China
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- The First Affiliated Hospital of Soochow University, Institutes for Translational Medicine, State Key Laboratory of Radiation Medicine and Protection, Suzhou Medical College of Soochow University, Suzhou, Jiangsu, China
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- Department of Experimental Medicine and Biochemical Sciences, University of Rome Tor Vergata, Rome, Italy
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- The First Affiliated Hospital of Soochow University, Institutes for Translational Medicine, State Key Laboratory of Radiation Medicine and Protection, Suzhou Medical College of Soochow University, Suzhou, Jiangsu, China.
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- The First Affiliated Hospital of Soochow University, Institutes for Translational Medicine, State Key Laboratory of Radiation Medicine and Protection, Suzhou Medical College of Soochow University, Suzhou, Jiangsu, China.
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Shao L, Jiang S, Li Y, Yu L, Liu H, Ma L, Yang S. Aqueous extract of Cordyceps cicadae (Miq.) promotes hyaluronan synthesis in human skin fibroblasts: A potential moisturizing and anti-aging ingredient. PLoS One 2023; 18:e0274479. [PMID: 37418356 PMCID: PMC10328226 DOI: 10.1371/journal.pone.0274479] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/03/2022] [Accepted: 08/29/2022] [Indexed: 07/09/2023] Open
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Cordyceps cicadae (Miq.) is an edible fungus with unique and valuable medicinal properties that is commonly used in traditional Chinese medicine, but its anti-aging effects on the skin fibroblast are not well studied. The aim of the present study was to analyze the active components of aqueous C. cicadae extract (CCE), determine the effects of CCE on hyaluronan synthesis in human skin fibroblasts, and explore the underlying mechanisms. The results of this study indicate that CCE was rich in polysaccharides, five alditols (mainly mannitol), eight nucleosides, protein, and polyphenols, which were present at concentrations of 62.7, 110, 8.26, 35.7, and 3.8 mg/g, respectively. The concentration of extract required to inhibit 50% of 2,2-azino-bis (3-ethylbenzothiazo-line-6-sulphonic acid) (ABTS) and 2,2-diphenyl-1-picrylhydrazil (DPPH) radical scavenging capacities were 0.36 ± 0.03 and 4.54 ± 0.10 mg/mL, respectively, indicating that CCE exhibits excellent antioxidant activities. CCE showed no cytotoxicity to skin fibroblasts at concentrations ≤ 100 μg/mL, and promoted HA synthesis in fibroblasts. Treatment of fibroblast cells with 100 μg/mL CCE enhances the HA content to 1293 ± 142 ng/mL, which is significantly more than that in the non-treatment (NT) group (p = 0.0067). Further, RNA sequencing detected 1,192 differentially expressed genes (DEGs) in CCE-treated fibroblasts, among which 417 were upregulated and 775 were downregulated. Kyoto Encyclopedia of Genes (KEGG) and Genomes pathway (GO) analysis based on RNA sequencing revealed that CCE mainly affected cytokine-cytokine receptor interaction regulated by HA synthesis-related genes. CCE upregulated HA synthase 2 (HAS2), epidermal growth factor (EGF)-related genes, heparin-binding EGF-like growth factor, C-C motif chemokine ligand 2, interleukin 1 receptor-associated kinase 2, and other genes related to fibroblast differentiation and proliferation. CCE downregulated the gene of matrix metallopeptidase 12 (MMP12), which leads to cell matrix loss. RT-qPCR further verified CCE significantly upregulated HAS2 expression and significantly downregulated MMP12 expression, thus promoting hyaluronan synthesis. CCE shows potential as a moisturizer and anti-aging agent in functional foods and cosmetics.
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- Li Shao
- School of Perfume and Aroma Technology, Shanghai Institute of Technology, Shanghai, China
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- School of Perfume and Aroma Technology, Shanghai Institute of Technology, Shanghai, China
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- R&D Innovation Center, Shandong Freda Biotech Co., Ltd, Jinan, China
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- School of Perfume and Aroma Technology, Shanghai Institute of Technology, Shanghai, China
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- School of Perfume and Aroma Technology, Shanghai Institute of Technology, Shanghai, China
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- School of Perfume and Aroma Technology, Shanghai Institute of Technology, Shanghai, China
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- R&D Innovation Center, Shandong Freda Biotech Co., Ltd, Jinan, China
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Huang L, You L, Aziz N, Yu SH, Lee JS, Choung ES, Luong VD, Jeon MJ, Hur M, Lee S, Lee BH, Kim HG, Cho JY. Antiphotoaging and Skin-Protective Activities of Ardisia silvestris Ethanol Extract in Human Keratinocytes. PLANTS (BASEL, SWITZERLAND) 2023; 12:1167. [PMID: 36904025 PMCID: PMC10007040 DOI: 10.3390/plants12051167] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/20/2023] [Revised: 03/01/2023] [Accepted: 03/01/2023] [Indexed: 06/18/2023]
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Ardisia silvestris is a traditional medicinal herb used in Vietnam and several other countries. However, the skin-protective properties of A. silvestris ethanol extract (As-EE) have not been evaluated. Human keratinocytes form the outermost barrier of the skin and are the main target of ultraviolet (UV) radiation. UV exposure causes skin photoaging via the production of reactive oxygen species. Protection from photoaging is thus a key component of dermatological and cosmetic products. In this research, we found that As-EE can prevent UV-induced skin aging and cell death as well as enhance the barrier effect of the skin. First, the radical-scavenging ability of As-EE was checked using DPPH, ABTS, TPC, CUPRAC, and FRAP assays, and a 3-(4-5-dimethylthiazol-2-yl)-2-5-diphenyltetrazolium bromide assay was used to examine cytotoxicity. Reporter gene assays were used to determine the doses that affect skin-barrier-related genes. A luciferase assay was used to identify possible transcription factors. The anti-photoaging mechanism of As-EE was investigated by determining correlated signaling pathways using immunoblotting analyses. As-EE had no harmful effects on HaCaT cells, according to our findings, and As-EE revealed moderate radical-scavenging ability. With high-performance liquid chromatography (HPLC) analysis, rutin was found to be one of the major components. In addition, As-EE enhanced the expression levels of hyaluronic acid synthase-1 and occludin in HaCaT cells. Moreover, As-EE dose-dependently up-regulated the production of occludin and transglutaminase-1 after suppression caused by UVB blocking the activator protein-1 signaling pathway, in particular, the extracellular response kinase and c-Jun N-terminal kinase. Our findings suggest that As-EE may have anti-photoaging effects by regulating mitogen-activated protein kinase, which is good news for the cosmetics and dermatology sectors.
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- Lei Huang
- Department of Biocosmetics, Sungkyunkwan University, Suwon 16419, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Integrative Biotechnology, Sungkyunkwan University, Suwon 16419, Republic of Korea
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- Pharmacy Program, Faculty of Science and Technology, Ma Chung University, Malang 65151, Indonesia
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- DanjoungBio, Co., Ltd., Wonju 26303, Republic of Korea
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- DanjoungBio, Co., Ltd., Wonju 26303, Republic of Korea
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- DanjoungBio, Co., Ltd., Wonju 26303, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Biology, Dalat University, 01 Phu Dong Thien Vuong, Dalat 66106, Vietnam
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- National Institute of Biological Resources, Environmental Research Complex, Incheon 222689, Republic of Korea
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- National Institute of Biological Resources, Environmental Research Complex, Incheon 222689, Republic of Korea
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- National Institute of Biological Resources, Environmental Research Complex, Incheon 222689, Republic of Korea
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- National Institute of Biological Resources, Environmental Research Complex, Incheon 222689, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Integrative Biotechnology, Sungkyunkwan University, Suwon 16419, Republic of Korea
- Research Institute of Biomolecule Control and Biomedical Institute for Convergence at SKKU (BICS), Sungkyunkwan University, Suwon 16419, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Biocosmetics, Sungkyunkwan University, Suwon 16419, Republic of Korea
- Department of Integrative Biotechnology, Sungkyunkwan University, Suwon 16419, Republic of Korea
- Research Institute of Biomolecule Control and Biomedical Institute for Convergence at SKKU (BICS), Sungkyunkwan University, Suwon 16419, Republic of Korea
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Shu S, Kobayashi M, Marunaka K, Yoshino Y, Goto M, Katsuta Y, Ikari A. Magnesium Supplementation Attenuates Ultraviolet-B-Induced Damage Mediated through Elevation of Polyamine Production in Human HaCaT Keratinocytes. Cells 2022; 11:cells11152268. [PMID: 35892565 PMCID: PMC9332241 DOI: 10.3390/cells11152268] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/27/2022] [Revised: 07/11/2022] [Accepted: 07/20/2022] [Indexed: 11/16/2022] Open
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Magnesium ions (Mg2+) have favorable effects such as the improvement of barrier function and the reduction of inflammation reaction in inflammatory skin diseases. However, its mechanisms have not been fully understood. Microarray analysis has shown that the gene expressions of polyamine synthases are upregulated by MgCl2 supplementation in human HaCaT keratinocytes. Here, we investigated the mechanism and function of polyamine production. The mRNA and protein levels of polyamine synthases were dose-dependently increased by MgCl2 supplementation, which were inhibited by U0126, a MEK inhibitor; CHIR-99021, a glycogen synthase kinase-3 (GSK3) inhibitor; and Naphthol AS-E, a cyclic AMP-response-element-binding protein (CREB) inhibitor. Similarly, reporter activities of polyamine synthases were suppressed by these inhibitors, suggesting that MEK, GSK3, and CREB are involved in the transcriptional regulation of polyamine synthases. Cell viability was reduced by ultraviolet B (UVB) exposure, which was rescued by MgCl2 supplementation. The UVB-induced elevation of reactive oxygen species was attenuated by MgCl2 supplementation, which was inhibited by cysteamine, a polyamine synthase inhibitor. Our data indicate that the expression levels of polyamine synthases are upregulated by MgCl2 supplementation mediated through the activation of the MEK/GSK3/CREB pathway. MgCl2 supplementation may be useful in reducing the UVB-induced oxidative stress in the skin.
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- Shokoku Shu
- Laboratory of Biochemistry, Department of Biopharmaceutical Sciences, Gifu Pharmaceutical University, Gifu 501-1196, Japan; (S.S.); (M.K.); (K.M.); (Y.Y.)
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- Laboratory of Biochemistry, Department of Biopharmaceutical Sciences, Gifu Pharmaceutical University, Gifu 501-1196, Japan; (S.S.); (M.K.); (K.M.); (Y.Y.)
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- Laboratory of Biochemistry, Department of Biopharmaceutical Sciences, Gifu Pharmaceutical University, Gifu 501-1196, Japan; (S.S.); (M.K.); (K.M.); (Y.Y.)
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- Laboratory of Biochemistry, Department of Biopharmaceutical Sciences, Gifu Pharmaceutical University, Gifu 501-1196, Japan; (S.S.); (M.K.); (K.M.); (Y.Y.)
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- Shiseido Co., Ltd., MIRAI Technology Institute, Yokohama 220-0011, Japan; (M.G.); (Y.K.)
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- Shiseido Co., Ltd., MIRAI Technology Institute, Yokohama 220-0011, Japan; (M.G.); (Y.K.)
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- Laboratory of Biochemistry, Department of Biopharmaceutical Sciences, Gifu Pharmaceutical University, Gifu 501-1196, Japan; (S.S.); (M.K.); (K.M.); (Y.Y.)
- Correspondence: ; Tel.: +81-58-230-8124
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Zimmer BM, Barycki JJ, Simpson MA. Mechanisms of coordinating hyaluronan and glycosaminoglycan production by nucleotide sugars. Am J Physiol Cell Physiol 2022; 322:C1201-C1213. [PMID: 35442826 DOI: 10.1152/ajpcell.00130.2022] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/22/2022]
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Hyaluronan is a versatile macromolecule capable of an exceptional range of functions from cushioning and hydration to dynamic signaling in development and disease. Because of its critical roles, hyaluronan production is regulated at multiple levels including epigenetic, transcriptional, and post-translational control of the three hyaluronan synthase (HAS) enzymes. Precursor availability can dictate the rate and amount of hyaluronan synthesized and shed by the cells producing it. However, the nucleotide-activated sugar substrates for hyaluronan synthesis by HAS also participate in exquisitely fine tuned cross talking pathways that intersect with central carbohydrate metabolism. Multiple UDP-sugars have alternative metabolic fates and exhibit coordinated and reciprocal allosteric control of enzymes within their biosynthetic pathways to preserve appropriate precursor ratios for accurate partitioning among downstream products, while also sensing and maintaining energy homeostasis. Since the dysregulation of nucleotide sugar and hyaluronan synthesis is associated with multiple pathologies, these pathways offer opportunities for therapeutic intervention. Recent structures of several key rate-limiting enzymes in the UDP-sugar synthesis pathways have offered new insights to the overall regulation of hyaluronan production by precursor fate decisions. The details of UDP-sugar control and the structural basis for underlying mechanisms are discussed in this review.
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- Brenna M Zimmer
- Department of Molecular and Structural Biochemistry, North Carolina State University, Raleigh, NC, United States
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- Department of Molecular and Structural Biochemistry, North Carolina State University, Raleigh, NC, United States
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- Department of Molecular and Structural Biochemistry, North Carolina State University, Raleigh, NC, United States
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Converging purinergic and immune signaling pathways drive IL-6 secretion by Fragile X cortical astrocytes via STAT3. J Neuroimmunol 2021; 361:577745. [PMID: 34695768 DOI: 10.1016/j.jneuroim.2021.577745] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/29/2021] [Revised: 09/10/2021] [Accepted: 10/06/2021] [Indexed: 11/21/2022]
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The symptoms of Fragile X syndrome (FXS) are driven in part by abnormal glial-mediated function. FXS astrocytes release elevated levels of immune-related factors interleukin-6 (IL-6) and tenascin C (TNC), and also demonstrate increased purinergic signaling, a pathway linked to signaling factor release. Here, in cortical astrocytes from the Fmr1 knockout (KO) FXS mouse model, purinergic agonism enhanced TNC secretion and STAT3 phosphorylation, two processes linked to elevated IL-6 secretion in FXS, while STAT3 knockdown and TLR4 antagonism normalized Fmr1 KO IL-6 release. We therefore suggest that purinergic signaling and immune regulatory pathways converge to drive FXS cortical pro-inflammatory responses.
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Evrard C, Lambert de Rouvroit C, Poumay Y. Epidermal Hyaluronan in Barrier Alteration-Related Disease. Cells 2021; 10:3096. [PMID: 34831319 PMCID: PMC8618819 DOI: 10.3390/cells10113096] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/14/2021] [Revised: 11/08/2021] [Accepted: 11/08/2021] [Indexed: 12/13/2022] Open
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In skin, although the extracellular matrix (ECM) is highly developed in dermis and hypodermis, discrete intercellular spaces between cells of the living epidermal layers are also filled with ECM components. Herein, we review knowledge about structure, localization and role of epidermal hyaluronan (HA), a key ECM molecule. HA is a non-sulfated glycosaminoglycan non-covalently bound to proteins or lipids. Components of the basal lamina maintain some segregation between the epidermis and the underlying dermis, and all epidermal HA is locally synthesized and degraded. Functions of HA in keratinocyte proliferation and differentiation are still controversial. However, through interactions with partners, such as the TSG-6 protein, HA is involved in the formation, organization and stabilization of the epidermal ECM. In addition, epidermal HA is involved in the formation of an efficient epidermal barrier made of cornified keratinocytes. In atopic dermatitis (AD) with profuse alterations of the epidermal barrier, HA is produced in larger amounts by keratinocytes than in normal skin. Epidermal HA inside AD lesional skin is located in enlarged intercellular spaces, likely as the result of disease-related modifications of HA metabolism.
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- Research Unit for Molecular Physiology (URPhyM), Department of Medicine, Namur Research Institute for Life Sciences (NARILIS), University of Namur, B-5000 Namur, Belgium; (C.E.); (C.L.d.R.)
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Kuroda Y, Higashi H. Regulation of hyaluronan production by β2 adrenergic receptor signaling. Biochem Biophys Res Commun 2021; 575:50-55. [PMID: 34455221 DOI: 10.1016/j.bbrc.2021.08.056] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/27/2021] [Revised: 08/14/2021] [Accepted: 08/23/2021] [Indexed: 11/19/2022]
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BACKGROUND Hyaluronan (HA), the main component of the extracellular matrix, is involved in tissue elasticity and cell scaffolding, and in progression of conditions such as cancer, inflammation and wound healing. Signaling by G protein coupled receptor (GPCR) activation increases expression of hyaluronan synthase (HAS) and HA production. The β2 adrenergic receptor (β2AR) is a catecholamine-liganded GPCR that is involved in cancer progression and wound healing. Since HA and β2AR are involved in a common pathology, we investigated whether β2AR signaling regulates HA production. METHODS After stimulating β2AR-expressing cells with a β agonist, the amount of HA in the culture medium was measured and HAS expression was examined by real-time PCR. A variety of signaling molecule inhibitors were used to identify signaling pathways that alter HAS expression. RESULTS β2AR activation increased HA production and enhanced HAS2 expression. The increase in HAS2 expression by β2AR activation occurred via the Gs - adenylyl cyclase - PKA - CREB signal transduction pathway. CONCLUSIONS Downstream signal transduction by β2AR activation increased HA production by enhancing transcription of the HAS2 gene. This study suggests that β2AR is a GPCR that regulates HA production, and that stimulation with a catecholamine (β2 agonist) can regulate HA production. GENERAL SIGNIFICANCE β2AR may function through regulation of HA production in cancer progression and wound healing.
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- Yoshiyuki Kuroda
- Division of Glyco-Signal Research, Institute of Molecular Biomembrane and Glycobiology, Tohoku Medical and Pharmaceutical University, 4-4-1 Komatsushima, Aoba-ku, Sendai, Miyagi, 981-8558, Japan.
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- Division of Glyco-Signal Research, Institute of Molecular Biomembrane and Glycobiology, Tohoku Medical and Pharmaceutical University, 4-4-1 Komatsushima, Aoba-ku, Sendai, Miyagi, 981-8558, Japan
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Lee JE, Kim YA, Yu S, Park SY, Kim KH, Kang NJ. 3,6-Anhydro-L-galactose increases hyaluronic acid production via the EGFR and AMPKα signaling pathway in HaCaT keratinocytes. J Dermatol Sci 2019; 96:90-98. [PMID: 31718895 DOI: 10.1016/j.jdermsci.2019.10.005] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/06/2019] [Revised: 10/23/2019] [Accepted: 10/23/2019] [Indexed: 10/25/2022]
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BACKGROUND Hyaluronic acid (HA) is an important factor in skin hydration maintenance. In mammalian keratinocytes, hyaluronan synthase 2 (HAS2) is a critical enzyme in HA production. Therefore, the promotion of HAS2 expression in keratinocytes may be a strategy for maintaining skin moisture. OBJECTIVE The aim was to determine the skin hydration effect and regulatory mechanisms of 3,6-anhydro-L-galactose (L-AHG), a main component of red macroalgal carbohydrates in human keratinocytes. METHODS L-AHG was applied to an immortalized human epidermal keratinocyte cell line (HaCaT cells). HA production, HAS2 protein and mRNA levels, and the activation of the signaling pathways involved in HAS2 expression were measured. HA levels were also evaluated for three dimensional (3D) reconstructed human skin. RESULTS Our results suggest that L-AHG upregulates HA production and may enhance HAS2 expression by activating EGFR-mediated ERK, PI3K/Akt, and STAT3 signaling pathways. We confirmed that L-AHG activated the AMPKα signaling pathway which in turn could regulate HAS2 expression in HaCaT cells. The effects of L-AHG on HA production were observed in the 3D reconstructed human skin model. CONCLUSION Our results suggest that L-AHG may enhance skin moisture retention by increasing HA synthesis in human epidermal keratinocytes.
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- Jae-Eun Lee
- School of Food Science and Biotechnology, Kyungpook National University, Daegu 41566, Republic of Korea
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- School of Food Science and Biotechnology, Kyungpook National University, Daegu 41566, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Biotechnology, Graduate School, Korea University, Seoul 02841, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Biotechnology, Graduate School, Korea University, Seoul 02841, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Biotechnology, Graduate School, Korea University, Seoul 02841, Republic of Korea.
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- School of Food Science and Biotechnology, Kyungpook National University, Daegu 41566, Republic of Korea.
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Martinez VG, Park D, Acton SE. Immunotherapy: breaching the barriers for cancer treatment. Philos Trans R Soc Lond B Biol Sci 2019; 374:20180214. [PMID: 31431180 PMCID: PMC6627023 DOI: 10.1098/rstb.2018.0214] [Citation(s) in RCA: 8] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 02/15/2019] [Indexed: 12/18/2022] Open
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The great ambition to treat cancer through harnessing a patient's own immune responses has started to become reality. Clinical trials have shown impressive results and some patients reaching the end of existing treatment options have achieved full remission. Yet the response rate even within the most promising trials remain at just 30-40% of patients. To date, the focus of immunotherapy research has been to identify tumour antigens, and to enhance activation of effector lymphocytes. Yet this is only the first step to effective immunotherapy for a broader range of patients. Activated cytotoxic T cells can only act on their tumour cell targets if they have free and easy access to all tumour regions. Solid tumours are complex, heterogeneous environments which vary greatly in their physical properties. We must now focus our efforts on understanding how factors such as the composition, density and geometry of tumour extracellular matrix acts to impede or promote immune cell infiltration and activation, and work to design novel pharmacological interventions which restore and enhance leucocyte trafficking within solid tumours. This article is part of a discussion meeting issue 'Forces in cancer: interdisciplinary approaches in tumour mechanobiology'.
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- Victor G. Martinez
- Stromal Immunology Group, MRC Laboratory for Molecular Cell Biology, University College London, Gower Street, London WC1E 6BT, UK
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- Tumour Cell Biology Laboratory, Francis Crick Institute, London NW1 1AT, UK
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- Stromal Immunology Group, MRC Laboratory for Molecular Cell Biology, University College London, Gower Street, London WC1E 6BT, UK
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Tammi MI, Oikari S, Pasonen-Seppänen S, Rilla K, Auvinen P, Tammi RH. Activated hyaluronan metabolism in the tumor matrix — Causes and consequences. Matrix Biol 2019; 78-79:147-164. [DOI: 10.1016/j.matbio.2018.04.012] [Citation(s) in RCA: 45] [Impact Index Per Article: 9.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/01/2017] [Revised: 03/13/2018] [Accepted: 04/25/2018] [Indexed: 02/08/2023]
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Tavianatou AG, Caon I, Franchi M, Piperigkou Z, Galesso D, Karamanos NK. Hyaluronan: molecular size-dependent signaling and biological functions in inflammation and cancer. FEBS J 2019; 286:2883-2908. [PMID: 30724463 DOI: 10.1111/febs.14777] [Citation(s) in RCA: 242] [Impact Index Per Article: 48.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/07/2018] [Revised: 01/14/2019] [Accepted: 02/04/2019] [Indexed: 12/15/2022]
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Hyaluronan (HA) is a linear nonsulfated glycosaminoglycan of the extracellular matrix that plays a pivotal role in a variety of biological processes. High-molecular weight HA exhibits different biological properties than oligomers and low-molecular weight HA. Depending on their molecular size, HA fragments can influence cellular behavior in a different mode of action. This phenomenon is attributed to the different manner of interaction with the HA receptors, especially CD44 and RHAMM. Both receptors can trigger signaling cascades that regulate cell functional properties, such as proliferation migration, angiogenesis, and wound healing. HA fragments are able to enhance or attenuate the HA receptor-mediated signaling pathways, as they compete with the endogenous HA for binding to the receptors. The modulation of these pathways could be crucial for the development of pathological conditions, such as inflammation and cancer. The primary goal of this review is to critically present the importance of HA molecular size on cellular signaling, functional cell properties, and morphology in normal and pathological conditions, including inflammation and cancer. A deeper understanding of these mechanisms could contribute to the development of novel therapeutic strategies.
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- Anastasia G Tavianatou
- Biochemistry, Biochemical Analysis & Matrix Pathobiology Research Group, Laboratory of Biochemistry, Department of Chemistry, University of Patras, Greece
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- Department of Medicine and Surgery, University of Insubria, Varese, Italy
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- Department for Life Quality Studies, University of Bologna, Italy
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- Biochemistry, Biochemical Analysis & Matrix Pathobiology Research Group, Laboratory of Biochemistry, Department of Chemistry, University of Patras, Greece.,Foundation for Research and Technology-Hellas (FORTH) /Institute of Chemical Engineering Sciences (ICE-HT), Patras, Greece
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- Biochemistry, Biochemical Analysis & Matrix Pathobiology Research Group, Laboratory of Biochemistry, Department of Chemistry, University of Patras, Greece.,Foundation for Research and Technology-Hellas (FORTH) /Institute of Chemical Engineering Sciences (ICE-HT), Patras, Greece
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Sikes KJ, Renner K, Li J, Grande-Allen KJ, Connell JP, Cali V, Midura RJ, Sandy JD, Plaas A, Wang VM. Knockout of hyaluronan synthase 1, but not 3, impairs formation of the retrocalcaneal bursa. J Orthop Res 2018; 36:2622-2632. [PMID: 29672913 PMCID: PMC6203660 DOI: 10.1002/jor.24027] [Citation(s) in RCA: 9] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/28/2017] [Accepted: 04/17/2018] [Indexed: 02/04/2023]
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Hyaluronan (HA), a high molecular weight non-sulfated glycosaminoglycan, is an integral component of the extracellular matrix of developing and mature connective tissues including tendon. There are few published reports quantifying HA content during tendon growth and maturation, or detailing its effects on the mechanical properties of the tendon extracellular matrix. Therefore, the goal of the current study was to examine the role of HA synthesis during post-natal skeletal growth and maturation, and its influence on tendon structure and biomechanical function. For this purpose, the morphological, biochemical, and mechanical properties of Achilles tendons from wild type (WT) and hyaluronan synthase 1 and 3 deficient mouse strains (Has1-/- (Has1KO), Has3-/- (Has3KO), and Has1-/- 3-/- (Has1/3KO)) were determined at 4, 8, and 12 weeks of age. Overall, HAS-deficient mice did not show any marked differences from WT mice in Achilles tendon morphology or in the HA and chondroitin/dermatan sulfate (CS/DS) contents. However, HAS1-deficiency (in the single or Has1/3 double KO) impeded post-natal formation of the retrocalcaneal bursa, implicating HAS1 in regulating HA metabolism by cells lining the bursal cavity. Together, these data suggest that HA metabolism via HAS1 and HAS3 does not markedly influence the extracellular matrix structure or function of the tendon body, but plays a role in the formation/maintenance of peritendinous bursa. Additional studies are warranted to elucidate the relationship of HA and CS/DS metabolism to tendon healing and repair in vivo. © 2018 Orthopaedic Research Society. Published by Wiley Periodicals, Inc. J Orthop Res 36:2622-2632, 2018.
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- Katie J. Sikes
- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Rush University Medical Center, 1611 W. Harrison Street, Chicago, IL 60612
- Department of Bioengineering, University of Illinois at Chicago, 851 S. Morgan Street, Chicago, IL 60607
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- Department of Biomedical Engineering and Mechanics, Virginia Tech, 339 Kelly Hall, 325 Stanger Street MC 0298, Blacksburg, VA, 24061
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- Department of Internal Medicine (Rheumatology), Rush University Medical Center, 1611 W. Harrison Street, Chicago, IL 60612
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- Department of Bioengineering, Rice University, 6100 Main Street, Houston, TX 77005
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- Department of Bioengineering, Rice University, 6100 Main Street, Houston, TX 77005
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- Lerner Research Institute, The Cleveland Clinic Foundation, 9500 Euclid Avenue Cleveland, OH 44195
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- Lerner Research Institute, The Cleveland Clinic Foundation, 9500 Euclid Avenue Cleveland, OH 44195
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- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Rush University Medical Center, 1611 W. Harrison Street, Chicago, IL 60612
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- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Rush University Medical Center, 1611 W. Harrison Street, Chicago, IL 60612
- Department of Internal Medicine (Rheumatology), Rush University Medical Center, 1611 W. Harrison Street, Chicago, IL 60612
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- Department of Bioengineering, University of Illinois at Chicago, 851 S. Morgan Street, Chicago, IL 60607
- Department of Biomedical Engineering and Mechanics, Virginia Tech, 339 Kelly Hall, 325 Stanger Street MC 0298, Blacksburg, VA, 24061
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Extracellular ATP activates hyaluronan synthase 2 ( HAS2) in epidermal keratinocytes via P2Y 2, Ca 2+ signaling, and MAPK pathways. Biochem J 2018; 475:1755-1772. [PMID: 29626161 DOI: 10.1042/bcj20180054] [Citation(s) in RCA: 18] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/02/2018] [Revised: 03/28/2018] [Accepted: 04/06/2018] [Indexed: 01/04/2023]
Abstract
Extracellular nucleotides are used as signaling molecules by several cell types. In epidermis, their release is triggered by insults such as ultraviolet radiation, barrier disruption, and tissue wounding, and by specific nerve terminals firing. Increased synthesis of hyaluronan, a ubiquitous extracellular matrix glycosaminoglycan, also occurs in response to stress, leading to the attractive hypothesis that nucleotide signaling and hyaluronan synthesis could also be linked. In HaCaT keratinocytes, ATP caused a rapid and strong but transient activation of hyaluronan synthase 2 (HAS2) expression via protein kinase C-, Ca2+/calmodulin-dependent protein kinase II-, mitogen-activated protein kinase-, and calcium response element-binding protein-dependent pathways by activating the purinergic P2Y2 receptor. Smaller but more persistent up-regulation of HAS3 and CD44, and delayed up-regulation of HAS1 were also observed. Accumulation of peri- and extracellular hyaluronan followed 4-6 h after stimulation, an effect further enhanced by the hyaluronan precursor glucosamine. AMP and adenosine, the degradation products of ATP, markedly inhibited HAS2 expression and, despite concomitant up-regulation of HAS1 and HAS3, inhibited hyaluronan synthesis. Functionally, ATP moderately increased cell migration, whereas AMP and adenosine had no effect. Our data highlight the strong influence of adenosinergic signaling on hyaluronan metabolism in human keratinocytes. Epidermal insults are associated with extracellular ATP release, as well as rapid up-regulation of HAS2/3, CD44, and hyaluronan synthesis, and we show here that the two phenomena are linked. Furthermore, as ATP is rapidly degraded, the opposite effects of its less phosphorylated derivatives facilitate a rapid shut-off of the hyaluronan response, providing a feedback mechanism to prevent excessive reactions when more persistent signals are absent.
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