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Liu Y, Zhang K, Yang X. CircMCTP2 enhances the progression of bladder cancer by regulating the miR-99a-5p/FZD8 axis. J Egypt Natl Canc Inst 2024; 36:8. [PMID: 38494582 DOI: 10.1186/s43046-024-00206-6] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/13/2023] [Accepted: 01/13/2024] [Indexed: 03/19/2024] Open
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BACKGROUND CircRNAs and miRNAs are involved in the progression of tumor. CircMCTP2 is considered as a novel tumor promoter. However, the exact functions of circMCTP2 in bladder cancer are still unclear. This study was designed to explore the underlying mechanisms of circMCTP2-modulated tumor development in bladder cancer. METHODS The present study is an original research. The levels of circMCTP2 in a total of 39 bladder cancer specimens and cell lines were determined by RT-qPCR. The expression of FZD8 in T24 and RT-4 cells treated with miR-99a-5p mimics were examined using western blotting. In addition, the proliferative, migrative and invasive abilities of transfected cells were determined by CCK8 and Transwell assays. Furthermore, the apoptosis of transfected cells was evaluated using flow cytometry. Dual luciferase reporter assay was performed to elucidate the relationship between miR-99a-5p and circMCTP2/FZD8. RESULTS The levels of circMCTP2 were elevated in bladder cancer samples and cells, and this was related to worse survival rate. Downregulation of circMCTP2 suppressed growth and metastasis of cells, whereas the apoptotic rate of cells was enhanced. The levels of miR-99a-5rp was elevated after the downregulation of circMCTP2. Moreover, reverse correlation between the expression of miR-99a-5p and circMCTP2 was revealed in bladder cancer specimens. Additionally, FZD8 was the putative target of miR-99a-5p and the mimics of miR-99a-5p inhibited the proliferation, migration and invasion of bladder cancer cells via the FZD8/Wnt-b-catenin axis. Moreover, circMCTP2 regulated the growth and metastasis of bladder cancer cells potentially through regulating the miR-99a-5p/FZD8/Wnt-b-catenin axis. In summary, circMCTP2 was considered as an oncogenic factor through regulating the miR-99a-5p/FZD8/Wnt-b-catenin axis. CONCLUSIONS This novel signaling could regulate the biological behaviours of bladder cancer cells, and these findings highlighted circMCTP2 as a critical target for treating bladder cancer.
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- Yan Liu
- Department of Urinary Surgery, the First Affiliated Hospital of Jinzhou Medical University, Jinzhou, Liaoning Province, 121000, China.
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- Department of Urinary Surgery, the First Affiliated Hospital of Jinzhou Medical University, Jinzhou, Liaoning Province, 121000, China
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- Department of Urinary Surgery, the First Affiliated Hospital of Jinzhou Medical University, Jinzhou, Liaoning Province, 121000, China
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Zhang S, Zhang P, Wu A, Xu Z, Huang S, Liu X, Dong J. Downregulated M6A modification and expression of circRNA_103239 promoted the progression of glioma by regulating the miR-182-5p/MTSS1 signalling pathway. J Cancer 2023; 14:3508-3520. [PMID: 38021156 PMCID: PMC10647192 DOI: 10.7150/jca.85320] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/15/2023] [Accepted: 05/18/2023] [Indexed: 12/01/2023] Open
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Glioma is a common type of tumor in the central nervous system, and the mortality is high. The prognosis of advanced glioma patients remains poor, and the therapeutic strategies need to be developed. The roles of circRNAs in glioma remain largely unknown. The aim of this study was to explore the functions circRNA_103239 in the biological behaviour changes of glioma cells. The expression of circRNA_103239 in clinical samples and glioma cells were examined using RT-qPCR. The targets of circRNA_103239 were predicted using bioinformatics approach. Gain- and loss-of-function study were carried out. The proliferation of transfected cells were evaluated by CCK-8 assay. Migratory and invasive activities of the cells were examined using wound healing, colony formation and transwell assay. Tumor growth was also evaluated in vivo. The results indicated that the expression of circRNA_103239 was predominantly detected in the cytoplasma of glioma cells. In addition, the expression of circRNA_103239 was down-regulated in glioma, and up-regulated circRNA_103239 inhibited the progression of glioma. Furthermore, miR-182-5p was the novel target of circRNA_103239 in glioma, and MTSS1 was the putative downstream molecule of circRNA_103239/miR-182-5p axis. Additionally, circRNA_103239 suppressed the progression of glioma in a miR-182-5p/MTSS1 dependent manner. Moreover, circRNA_103239 inhibited tumour growth in vivo, and the expression of circRNA_103239 was regulated by METTL14-mediated m6A modification. In summary, in normal cells, METTL14 mediated the m6A modification and expression of circRNA_103239, which sponging miR-182-5p and inducing the expression of MTSS1, subsequently inhibiting the EMT; whereas in glioma cells, downregulated METTL14 induced downregulated m6A modification and expression of circRNA_103239, further resulting in the up-regulation of miR-182-5p and down-regulation of MTSS1, consequently promoting the EMT of glioma cells and triggering the progression of tumor.
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- Shoudan Zhang
- Department of Neurosurgery, The Second Affiliated Hospital of Soochow University, Suzhou 215004, Jiangsu, China
- Department of Neurosurgery, the First Affiliated Hospital of Jinzhou Medical University, Jinzhou 121000, Liaoning Province, P.R. China
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- Department of Neurosurgery, People's Hospital of Rugao, Jiangsu, China
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- Department of Neurosurgery, The Second Affiliated Hospital of Soochow University, Suzhou 215004, Jiangsu, China
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- Department of Neurosurgery, The Second Affiliated Hospital of Soochow University, Suzhou 215004, Jiangsu, China
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- Department of Neurosurgery, The Second Affiliated Hospital of Soochow University, Suzhou 215004, Jiangsu, China
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- Department of Neurosurgery, The Second Affiliated Hospital of Soochow University, Suzhou 215004, Jiangsu, China
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- Department of Neurosurgery, The Second Affiliated Hospital of Soochow University, Suzhou 215004, Jiangsu, China
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Liu Y, Xiao X, Wang J, Wang Y, Yu Y. Silencing CircEIF3I/miR-526b-5p Axis Epigenetically Targets HGF/c-Met Signal to Hinder the Malignant Growth, Metastasis and Angiogenesis of Hepatocellular Carcinoma. Biochem Genet 2023; 61:48-68. [PMID: 35723810 DOI: 10.1007/s10528-022-10239-y] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 5.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/16/2021] [Accepted: 05/25/2022] [Indexed: 01/24/2023]
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BACKGROUND Hepatocyte growth factor (HGF)/c-mesenchymal-epithelial transition factor (c-Met) is important for the diagnosis and prognosis of hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC). Circular RNAs (circRNAs) are key regulators of HCC progression, and this study focused on circRNA eukaryotic translation initiation factor 3 subunit I (circEIF3I) with HGF/c-Met in HCC. METHODS Levels of circEIF3I, microRNA (miR)-526b-5p, HGF, E-cadherin, N-cadherin, and Vimentin were detected by Gene Expression Omnibus database, quantitative PCR and western blotting. Cell functions were measured by detecting cell growth (cell proliferation assay with WST-1 and EdU, colony formation assay, flow cytometry, caspase 3 activity assay, and nude mouse tumorigenicity assay), metastasis (transwell assay and western blotting), angiogenesis (endothelial tube formation assay). Molecular interaction was determined dual-luciferase reporter assay, RNA immunoprecipitation, and Pearson correlation analysis. RESULTS Expression of circEIF3I was upregulated in HCC tissues. Knockdown of circEIF3I suppressed cell proliferation epithelial-mesenchymal transition, migration, invasion and tube formation ability but promoted apoptosis of HCC cells. CircEIF3I could sponge miR-526b-5pto regulate downstream HGF. Functionally, circEIF3I regulation in HCC cell progression was associated with miR-526b-5p sponging function and HGF upregulation could attenuate tumor-inhibiting roles of miR-526b-5p. HCC tumor growth was delayed by interfering circEIF3I. CONCLUSION CircEIF3I was an oncogenic circRNA in HCC-, and interfering circEIF3I exhibited anti-HCC activity via circEIF3I-miR-526b-5p-HGF/c-Met pathway.
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- Yang Liu
- Department of Radiological, The Second Hospital of Jilin University, Changchun City, Jilin Province, China
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- Department of Clinical Laboratory, The Second Hospital of Jilin University, No. 218 Ziqiang Street, Changchun, 130001, Jilin Province, China
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- Department of Laboratory, China-Japan Union Hospital of Jilin University, Changchun City, Jilin Province, China
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- Department of Clinical Laboratory, The Second Hospital of Jilin University, No. 218 Ziqiang Street, Changchun, 130001, Jilin Province, China
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- Department of Clinical Laboratory, The Second Hospital of Jilin University, No. 218 Ziqiang Street, Changchun, 130001, Jilin Province, China.
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Comprehensive Analysis of circRNA-Mediated ceRNA Regulatory Networks in relation to Recurrent Implantation Failure. EVIDENCE-BASED COMPLEMENTARY AND ALTERNATIVE MEDICINE 2022; 2022:8314838. [PMID: 36051495 PMCID: PMC9427240 DOI: 10.1155/2022/8314838] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/16/2022] [Revised: 07/17/2022] [Accepted: 07/19/2022] [Indexed: 11/24/2022]
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Recurrent implantation failure (RIF) is attributed to endometrial receptivity dysfunction with many unanswered questions. Up to now, there is no explanation for RIF, and therapeutic strategies are usually limited to supportive care. In this study, we differentially analyzed the raw data deposited in three eligible microarray datasets, GSE111974, GSE121219, and GSE147442 to screen DE-mRNAs, DE-miRNAs, and DE-circRNAs, respectively. The value of log2-fold change |log2FC| ≥ 1 and the adjusted p value < 0.05 were considered differentially expressed between RIF and fertile control. We found 350 DE-mRNAs, 43 DE-miRNAs, and 1968 DE-circRNAs between RIF and fertile control. The PPI network identified 6 hub genes with degree ≥10, KDR, AGT, POSTN, TOP2A, RRM2, and PTGS2, in RIF. KDR, AGT, POSTN, TOP2A, and RRM2 were downregulated in endometrial tissue samples of RIF compared with those of fertile control, while PTGS2 was upregulated in endometrial tissue samples of RIF compared with those of fertile control. According to the ceRNA hypothesis, 15 groups of ceRNA network based on 10 circRNAs, hsa_circ_001572, hsa_circ_001884, hsa_circ_001375, hsa_circ_001449, hsa_circ_000029, hsa_circ_001168, hsa_circ_000210, hsa_circ_001484, hsa_circ_001698, and hsa_circ_000089 were constructed in RIF. In conclusion, the present study examined the possible role of circRNAs and their related ceRNA network involved in the pathogenesis of RIF.
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Sarafidis M, Lambrou GI, Zoumpourlis V, Koutsouris D. An Integrated Bioinformatics Analysis towards the Identification of Diagnostic, Prognostic, and Predictive Key Biomarkers for Urinary Bladder Cancer. Cancers (Basel) 2022; 14:cancers14143358. [PMID: 35884419 PMCID: PMC9319344 DOI: 10.3390/cancers14143358] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/08/2022] [Revised: 07/03/2022] [Accepted: 07/06/2022] [Indexed: 02/04/2023] Open
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Simple Summary Bladder cancer is evidently a challenge as far as its prognosis and treatment are concerned. The investigation of potential biomarkers and therapeutic targets is indispensable and still in progress. Most studies attempt to identify differential signatures between distinct molecular tumor subtypes. Therefore, keeping in mind the heterogeneity of urinary bladder tumors, we attempted to identify a consensus gene-related signature between the common expression profile of bladder cancer and control samples. In the quest for substantive features, we were able to identify key hub genes, whose signatures could hold diagnostic, prognostic, or therapeutic significance, but, primarily, could contribute to a better understanding of urinary bladder cancer biology. Abstract Bladder cancer (BCa) is one of the most prevalent cancers worldwide and accounts for high morbidity and mortality. This study intended to elucidate potential key biomarkers related to the occurrence, development, and prognosis of BCa through an integrated bioinformatics analysis. In this context, a systematic meta-analysis, integrating 18 microarray gene expression datasets from the GEO repository into a merged meta-dataset, identified 815 robust differentially expressed genes (DEGs). The key hub genes resulted from DEG-based protein–protein interaction and weighted gene co-expression network analyses were screened for their differential expression in urine and blood plasma samples of BCa patients. Subsequently, they were tested for their prognostic value, and a three-gene signature model, including COL3A1, FOXM1, and PLK4, was built. In addition, they were tested for their predictive value regarding muscle-invasive BCa patients’ response to neoadjuvant chemotherapy. A six-gene signature model, including ANXA5, CD44, NCAM1, SPP1, CDCA8, and KIF14, was developed. In conclusion, this study identified nine key biomarker genes, namely ANXA5, CDT1, COL3A1, SPP1, VEGFA, CDCA8, HJURP, TOP2A, and COL6A1, which were differentially expressed in urine or blood of BCa patients, held a prognostic or predictive value, and were immunohistochemically validated. These biomarkers may be of significance as prognostic and therapeutic targets for BCa.
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- Michail Sarafidis
- Biomedical Engineering Laboratory, School of Electrical and Computer Engineering, National Technical University of Athens, 9 Iroon Polytechniou Str., 15780 Athens, Greece;
- Correspondence: ; Tel.: +30-210-772-2430
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- Choremeio Research Laboratory, First Department of Pediatrics, National and Kapodistrian University of Athens, 8 Thivon & Levadeias Str., 11527 Athens, Greece;
- University Research Institute of Maternal and Child Health and Precision Medicine, National and Kapodistrian University of Athens, 8 Thivon & Levadeias Str., 11527 Athens, Greece
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- Biomedical Applications Unit, Institute of Chemical Biology, National Hellenic Research Foundation, 48 Vas. Konstantinou Ave., 11635 Athens, Greece;
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- Biomedical Engineering Laboratory, School of Electrical and Computer Engineering, National Technical University of Athens, 9 Iroon Polytechniou Str., 15780 Athens, Greece;
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Cai Y, Li C, Peng F, Yin S, Liang H, Su J, Li L, Yang A, Liu H, Yang C, Luo D, Xia C. Downregulation of hsa_circRNA_0001400 Helps to Promote Cell Apoptosis Through Disruption of the circRNA_0001400-miR-326 Sponge in Cervical Cancer Cells. Front Genet 2022; 12:779195. [PMID: 34976014 PMCID: PMC8718754 DOI: 10.3389/fgene.2021.779195] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/18/2021] [Accepted: 11/18/2021] [Indexed: 12/29/2022] Open
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Background: In recent years, circular RNAs (circRNAs) have been reported to serve as essential regulators in several human cancers. Nevertheless, the function and mechanism of circRNAs in cervical cancer remain elusive. Methods: Flow cytometry assays were performed to measure cell apoptosis and cell cycle. Colony Formation and transwell chamber were performed to measure cell migration and invasion. Double luciferase reporter for gene analysis was used to detect the interaction between hsa-circRNA_0001400, miR-326, and Akt. Relative protein levels were determined by immunoblotting and relative gene levels were determined by quantitative real-time PCR. Tumor Xenograft Modeling was used to evaluate the effect of hsa_circRNA_0001400_siRNA in vivo. Results: In the present study, we showed that hsa_circRNA_0001400 was highly expressed in cervical cancer tissues relative to in matched normal tissue. We found that hsa_circRNA_0001400_siRNA significantly promoted the apoptosis of cervical cancer cells and arrested the cell cycle and migration of cervical cancer cells. We showed that hsa_circRNA_0001400_siRNA can inhibit the protein expression of Akt and that the inhibition of miR-326 could rescue the inhibition of Akt in cervical cancer cells. We found that has-miR-326 was downregulated in cervical cancer tissues and hsa_circRNA_0001400_siRNA could increase the gene expression of has-miR-326. We also observed that hsa_circRNA_0001400_siRNA inhibited the growth and angiogenesis of SiHa xenografts in nude mice. Conclusion: In conclusion, this study provides evidence that the hsa_circRNA_0001400-miR-326-Akt network promotes cervical cancer progression. Notably, our findings demonstrate the novel antitumor effects of hsa_circRNA_0001400_siRNA in cervical cancer.
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- Yantao Cai
- Affiliated Foshan Maternity and Chlid Healthcare Hospital, Southern Medical University, Foshan, China
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- Department of Pharmacology, Guangdong Medical University, Zhanjiang, China
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- Guangdong Second Provincial General Hospital, Guangzhou, China
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- School of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Southern Medical University, Guangzhou, China
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- Affiliated Foshan Maternity and Chlid Healthcare Hospital, Southern Medical University, Foshan, China
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- Affiliated Foshan Maternity and Chlid Healthcare Hospital, Southern Medical University, Foshan, China
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- Department of Pharmacology, Guangdong Medical University, Zhanjiang, China.,School of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Southern Medical University, Guangzhou, China
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- School of Medicine, Foshan University, Foshan, China
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- School of Medicine, Foshan University, Foshan, China
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- Department of Head-Neck and Breast Surgery, Yuebei People's Hospital of Shantou University, Shaoguan, China
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- Department of Laboratory Medicine, Huazhong University of Science and Technology Union Shenzhen Hospital (Nanshan Hospital), Shenzhen, China
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- Affiliated Foshan Maternity and Chlid Healthcare Hospital, Southern Medical University, Foshan, China.,School of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Southern Medical University, Guangzhou, China
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Circ_0011385 knockdown inhibits cell proliferation, migration and invasion, whereas promotes cell apoptosis by regulating miR-330-3p/MYO6 axis in colorectal cancer. Biomed J 2022; 46:110-121. [PMID: 35091088 PMCID: PMC10104957 DOI: 10.1016/j.bj.2022.01.007] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/28/2021] [Revised: 11/23/2021] [Accepted: 01/10/2022] [Indexed: 12/15/2022] Open
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BACKGROUND Colorectal cancer (CRC) is a malignant tumor. Recent studies have showed circular RNA (circRNA) participates in the development of CRC. The study was designed to reveal the role of circ_0011385 in CRC progression and underneath mechanism. METHODS The expression circ_0011385, microRNA-330-3p (miR-330-3p) and myosin VI (MYO6) mRNA were determined by quantitative real-time polymerase chain reaction. Protein expression was detected by Western blot assay. Cell proliferation was investigated by 3-(4,5)-dimethylthiahiazo (-z-y1)-3,5-di-phenytetrazoliumromide (MTT), cell colony formation and flow cytometry assays. Cell apoptosis was demonstrated by flow cytometry analysis. Cell migration and invasion were evaluated by wound-healing assay and transwell invasion assay, respectively. The binding sites between miR-330-3p and circ_0011385 or MYO6 were predicted by CircInteractome or starBase online databases, and identified by dual-luciferase reporter and RNA immunoprecipitation assays. RESULTS Circ_0011385 and MYO6 expression were dramatically upregulated, while miR-330-3p expression was downregulated in CRC tissues or cells compared with control groups. Circ_0011385 expression was associated with tumor size, tumor-node-metastasis stage (TNM) stage and lymph node metastasis of CRC patients. Circ_0011385 silencing or MYO6 absence repressed cell proliferation, migration and invasion, whereas induced cell apoptosis in CRC. Additionally, miR-330-3p inhibitor or MYO6 overexpression attenuated the repressive impacts of circ_0011385 silencing on CRC process. Circ_0011385 was associated with miR-330-3p, and miR-330-3p targeted MYO6. Circ_0011385 knockdown inactivated MEK1/2/ERK1/2 signaling pathway by miR-330-3p/MYO6 axis. Furthermore, circ_0011385 knockdown suppressed tumor growth in vivo. CONCLUSION Circ_0011385 regulated CRC process by miR-330-3p/MYO6 axis through MEK1/2/ERK1/2 signaling pathway, providing a novel therapeutic target for CRC.
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Lai Q, Wang M, Hu C, Tang Y, Li Y, Hao S. Circular RNA regulates the onset and progression of cancer through the mitogen-activated protein kinase signaling pathway. Oncol Lett 2021; 22:817. [PMID: 34671431 PMCID: PMC8503804 DOI: 10.3892/ol.2021.13078] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/23/2021] [Accepted: 08/27/2021] [Indexed: 01/04/2023] Open
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The rapid increase in cancer morbidity and mortality worldwide is a major challenge for public health providers. Therefore, there is an urgent need to explore the molecular mechanism of tumorigenesis and identify potential diagnostic biomarkers and therapeutic methods. Circular RNA (circRNA) is characterized by a stable structure and tissue-specific expression; these features are useful in medical research and clinical applications. In recent years, with the development of high-throughput sequencing technology, the potential use of circRNA in cancer prognosis and treatment has been extensively explored. Abnormal circRNA expression interferes with specific signaling pathways such as the MAPK pathway; this phenomenon may provide potential diagnostic biomarkers and new therapeutic targets. The present article discusses the research progress on the regulatory roles of MAPK/ERK pathway-related circRNA molecules in the development and progression of different types of tumors. This review may provide insight into the development of circRNA-based cancer management strategies.
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- Qun Lai
- Department of Hematology and Oncology, The Second Hospital of Jilin University, Changchun, Jilin 130041, P.R. China
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- Department of General Surgery, The Second Hospital of Jilin University, Changchun, Jilin 130041, P.R. China
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- Department of Hematology and Oncology, The Second Hospital of Jilin University, Changchun, Jilin 130041, P.R. China
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- Department of Hematology and Oncology, The Second Hospital of Jilin University, Changchun, Jilin 130041, P.R. China
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- Department of Hematology and Oncology, The Second Hospital of Jilin University, Changchun, Jilin 130041, P.R. China
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- Department of Hematology and Oncology, The Second Hospital of Jilin University, Changchun, Jilin 130041, P.R. China
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Khatun MS, Alam MA, Shoombuatong W, Mollah MNH, Kurata H, Hasan MM. Recent development of bioinformatics tools for microRNA target prediction. Curr Med Chem 2021; 29:865-880. [PMID: 34348604 DOI: 10.2174/0929867328666210804090224] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/11/2021] [Revised: 06/10/2021] [Accepted: 06/15/2021] [Indexed: 11/22/2022]
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MicroRNAs (miRNAs) are central players that regulate the post-transcriptional processes of gene expression. Binding of miRNAs to target mRNAs can repress their translation by inducing the degradation or by inhibiting the translation of the target mRNAs. High-throughput experimental approaches for miRNA target identification are costly and time-consuming, depending on various factors. It is vitally important to develop the bioinformatics methods for accurately predicting miRNA targets. With the increase of RNA sequences in the post-genomic era, bioinformatics methods are being developed for miRNA studies specially for miRNA target prediction. This review summarizes the current development of state-of-the-art bioinformatics tools for miRNA target prediction, points out the progress and limitations of the available miRNA databases, and their working principles. Finally, we discuss the caveat and perspectives of the next-generation algorithms for the prediction of miRNA targets.
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- Mst Shamima Khatun
- Department of Bioscience and Bioinformatics, Kyushu Institute of Technology, 680-4 Kawazu, Iizuka, Fukuoka 820-8502. Japan
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- Tulane Center for Biomedical Informatics and Genomics, Division of Biomedical Informatics and Genomics, John W. Deming Department of Medicine, School of Medicine, Tulane University, New Orleans, LA 70112. United States
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- Center of Data Mining and Biomedical Informatics, Faculty of Medical Technology, Mahidol University, Bangkok 10700. Thailand
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- Laboratory of Bioinformatics, Department of Statistics, University of Rajshahi, Rajshahi, Bangladesh. 5Japan Society for the Promotion of Science, 5-3-1 Kojimachi, Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo 102-0083. Japan
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- Department of Bioscience and Bioinformatics, Kyushu Institute of Technology, 680-4 Kawazu, Iizuka, Fukuoka 820-8502. Japan
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- Department of Bioscience and Bioinformatics, Kyushu Institute of Technology, 680-4 Kawazu, Iizuka, Fukuoka 820-8502. Japan
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Chen Y, Bi F, Sun Z. A network pharmacology approach to determine the underlying mechanisms of action of Yishen Tongluo formula for the treatment of oligoasthenozoospermia. PLoS One 2021; 16:e0252906. [PMID: 34153045 PMCID: PMC8216565 DOI: 10.1371/journal.pone.0252906] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/27/2021] [Accepted: 05/22/2021] [Indexed: 12/15/2022] Open
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Oligoasthenozoospermia is a complex disease caused by a variety of factors, and its incidence is increasing yearly worldwide. Yishen Tongluo formula (YSTLF), created by Professor Sun Zixue, has been used to treat oligoasthenozoospermia in clinical practice for several decades with a good therapeutic effect. However, the chemical and pharmacological profiles of YSTLF remain unclear and need to be elucidated. In this study, a network pharmacology approach was applied to explore the potential mechanisms of YSTLF in oligoasthenozoospermia treatment. All of the compounds in YSTLF were retrieved from the corresponding databases, and the bioactive ingredients were screened according to their oral bioavailability (OB) and drug-likeness (DL). The potential proteins of YSTLF were obtained from the traditional Chinese medicine systems pharmacology (TCMSP) database and the Bioinformatics Analysis Tool for Molecular Mechanism of Traditional Chinese Medicine (BATMAN-TCM) database, while the potential genes of oligoasthenozoospermia were obtained from the GeneCards database and the DisGeNET database. The STRING database was used to construct an interaction network according to the common targets identified by the online tool Venny for YSTLF and oligoasthenozoospermia. The topological characteristics of nodes were visualized and analyzed through Cytoscape. Biological functions and significant pathways were determined and analyzed using the Gene Ontology (GO) knowledgebase, the Kyoto Encyclopedia of Genes and Genomes (KEGG) and Metascape. Finally, the disease-formula-compound-target-pathway network was constructed by Cytoscape. A total of 106 bioactive ingredients and 134 potential targets from YSTLF were associated with oligoasthenozoospermia or considered to be therapeutically relevant. Pathway analysis indicated that the PI3K/Akt, MAPK and apoptosis signaling pathways were significant pathways involved in oligoasthenozoospermia. In conclusion, the current study expounded the pharmacological actions and molecular mechanisms of YSTLF in treating oligoasthenozoospermia from a holistic viewpoint. The potential molecular mechanisms were closely related to antioxidative stress, antiapoptosis and anti-inflammation, with TNF, CCND1, ESR1, NFKBIA, NR3C1, MAPK8, and IL6 being possible targets. This network pharmacology prediction may offer a helpful tool to illustrate the molecular mechanisms of the Chinese herbal compound YSTLF in oligoasthenozoospermia treatment.
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- Yangdi Chen
- Henan University of Chinese Medicine, Zhengzhou, Henan, P. R. China
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- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, The First Affiliated Hospital of Zhengzhou University, Zhengzhou, P. R. China
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- Department of Reproductive Medicine, Henan Province Hospital of Traditional Chinese Medicine (The Second Affiliated Hospital of Henan University of Chinese Medicine), Zhengzhou, Henan, P. R. China
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Dubois J, Rueger J, Haubold B, Far RKK, Sczakiel G. Transcriptome analyses of urine RNA reveal tumor markers for human bladder cancer: validated amplicons for RT-qPCR-based detection. Oncotarget 2021; 12:1011-1023. [PMID: 34012513 PMCID: PMC8121610 DOI: 10.18632/oncotarget.27954] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/17/2021] [Accepted: 04/19/2021] [Indexed: 11/25/2022] Open
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Non-invasive clinical diagnostics of bladder cancer is feasible via a set of chemically distinct molecules including macromolecular tumor markers such as polypeptides and nucleic acids. In terms of tumor-related aberrant gene expression, RNA transcripts are the primary indicator of tumor-specific gene expression as for polypeptides and their metabolic products occur subsequently. Thus, in case of bladder cancer, urine RNA represents an early potentially useful diagnostic marker. Here we describe a systematic deep transcriptome analysis of representative pools of urine RNA collected from healthy donors versus bladder cancer patients according to established SOPs. This analysis revealed RNA marker candidates reflecting coding sequences, non-coding sequences, and circular RNAs. Next, we designed and validated PCR amplicons for a set of novel marker candidates and tested them in human bladder cancer cell lines. We identified linear and circular transcripts of the S100 Calcium Binding Protein 6 (S100A6) and translocation associated membrane protein 1 (TRAM1) as highly promising potential tumor markers. This work strongly suggests exploiting urine RNAs as diagnostic markers of bladder cancer and it suggests specific novel markers. Further, this study describes an entry into the tumor-biology of bladder cancer and the development of gene-targeted therapeutic drugs.
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- Josephine Dubois
- Institut für Molekulare Medizin, Universität zu Lübeck and UKSH, Campus Lübeck, Lübeck D-23538, Germany
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- Institut für Molekulare Medizin, Universität zu Lübeck and UKSH, Campus Lübeck, Lübeck D-23538, Germany
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- Max-Planck-Institute for Evolutionary Biology, Department of Evolutionary Genetics, Ploen 24306, Germany
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- Institut für Molekulare Medizin, Universität zu Lübeck and UKSH, Campus Lübeck, Lübeck D-23538, Germany
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Chen P, Chen J, He L, Du C, Wang X. Identification of circRNA-miRNA-mRNA Regulatory Network in Bladder Cancer by Integrated Analysis. Urol Int 2021; 105:705-715. [PMID: 33789319 DOI: 10.1159/000512066] [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: 08/03/2020] [Accepted: 10/04/2020] [Indexed: 11/19/2022]
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INTRODUCTION Bladder cancer (BC) is a common malignant tumor in the urinary system with high mortality and recurrence rates. This study sought to identify crucial circular RNAs (circRNAs) associated with BC. METHODS The mRNA, miRNA, and circRNA expression profiles of BC were downloaded from GEO database. The differentially expressed mRNAs (DEmRNAs), miRNAs (DEmiRNAs), and circRNAs (DEcircRNAs) were identified using bioinformatics method. Combining circRNA-miRNA pairs with miRNA-mRNA pairs, the competing endogenous RNA (ceRNA; DEcircRNA-DEmi-RNA-DEmRNA) regulatory network was constructed. Functional annotation of host gene of DEcircRNAs and DEmRNAs in ceRNA regulatory network were performed. qRT-PCR validation was performed. RESULTS A total of 4,003 DEmRNAs, 25 DEmiRNAs, and 119 DEcircRNAs were obtained. The ceRNA network contained 18 circRNA-miRNA pairs and 699 mi-RNA-mRNA pairs, including 17 circRNAs, 4 miRNAs, and 624 mRNAs. Functional annotation of DEmRNAs in ceRNA regulatory network revealed that these DEmRNAs were significantly enriched in glycerolipid metabolism, p53 signaling pathway, and oocyte meiosis. Except for hsa_circ_0028173, expression of the others in the qRT-PCR results was consistent with that in our integrated analysis, generally. CONCLUSION We speculate that hsa_circ_0008035/hsa-miR-107/MSRB3 and hsa_circ_0028173/hsa-miR-338-3p/TPX2/GATA3 interaction pairs may play a vital role in BC.
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- Peng Chen
- Department of Urology, General Hospital of Northern Theater Command, Shenyang, China
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- Department of Oncology, General Hospital of Northern Theater Command, Shenyang, China
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- Department of Urology, Affiliated Hospital of YangZhou University, Yangzhou, Suzhou, China
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- Department of Oncology, General Hospital of Northern Theater Command, Shenyang, China
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- Key Laboratory of Pattern Recognition in Liaoning, School of Medical Devices, Shenyang Pharmaceutical University, Shenyang, China
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Zhao H, Chen L, Shan Y, Chen G, Chu Y, Dai H, Liu X, Bao H. Hsa_circ_0038383-mediated competitive endogenous RNA network in recurrent implantation failure. Aging (Albany NY) 2021; 13:6076-6090. [PMID: 33611311 PMCID: PMC7950293 DOI: 10.18632/aging.202590] [Citation(s) in RCA: 10] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/05/2020] [Accepted: 12/19/2020] [Indexed: 12/20/2022]
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BACKGROUND Inadequate endometrial receptivity contributes to recurrent implantation failure (RIF) during IVF-embryo transfer. Though multiple circRNAs have been confirmed differentially expression in RIF, the potential function of novel circRNAs needed to be detected. RESULTS The top ten DEcircRNAs were selected as initial candidates. A ceRNA network was conducted on the basis of circRNA-miRNA-mRNA potential interaction, consisting of 10 DEcircRNAs, 28 DEmiRNAs and 59 DEmRNAs. Three down-regulation circRNAs with high degree of connectivity were verified by RT-qPCR, and results suggested that only hsa_circ_0038383 was significantly downregulation in RIF compared with control group. Subsequently, three hub genes (HOXA3, HOXA9 and PBX1) were identified as hub genes. Ultimately, a subnetwork was determined based on one DEcircRNA (hsa_circ_0038383), two DEmiRNAs (has-miR-196b-5p and has-miR-424-5p), and three DEmRNAs (HOXA3, HOXA9 and PBX1). Following verification, hsa_circ_0038383/miR-196b-5p/HOXA9 axis may be a key pathway in affecting RIF. CONCLUSION In summary, a hsa_circ_0038383-mediated ceRNA network related to RIF was proposed. This network provided new insight into exploring potential biomarkers for diagnosis and clinical treatment of RIF. METHODS We retrieved the expression profiles of RIF from GEO databases (circRNA, microRNA and mRNA) and constructed a competing endogenous RNAs (ceRNA) network based on predicted circRNA-miRNA and miRNA-mRNA pairs. The expression levels of three hub DEcircRNAs identified by cytoscape were validated by RT-qPCR.
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- Huishan Zhao
- Reproductive Medicine Centre, The Affiliated Yantai Yuhuangding Hospital of Qingdao University, Yantai, China
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- Reproductive Medicine Centre, The Affiliated Yantai Yuhuangding Hospital of Qingdao University, Yantai, China
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- Reproductive Medicine Centre, The Affiliated Yantai Yuhuangding Hospital of Qingdao University, Yantai, China
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- Department of Breast Surgery, The Affiliated Yantai Yuhuangding Hospital of Qingdao University, Yantai, China
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, The Affiliated Yantai Yuhuangding Hospital of Qingdao University, Yantai, China
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- Reproductive Medicine Centre, The Affiliated Yantai Yuhuangding Hospital of Qingdao University, Yantai, China
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- Reproductive Medicine Centre, The Affiliated Yantai Yuhuangding Hospital of Qingdao University, Yantai, China
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- Reproductive Medicine Centre, The Affiliated Yantai Yuhuangding Hospital of Qingdao University, Yantai, China
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Luo J, Zhu L, Zhou N, Zhang Y, Zhang L, Zhang R. Construction of Circular RNA-MicroRNA-Messenger RNA Regulatory Network of Recurrent Implantation Failure to Explore Its Potential Pathogenesis. Front Genet 2021; 11:627459. [PMID: 33664765 PMCID: PMC7924221 DOI: 10.3389/fgene.2020.627459] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/09/2020] [Accepted: 12/15/2020] [Indexed: 01/04/2023] Open
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Background: Many studies on circular RNAs (circRNAs) have recently been published. However, the function of circRNAs in recurrent implantation failure (RIF) is unknown and remains to be explored. This study aims to determine the regulatory mechanisms of circRNAs in RIF. Methods: Microarray data of RIF circRNA (GSE147442), microRNA (miRNA; GSE71332), and messenger RNA (mRNA; GSE103465) were downloaded from the Gene Expression Omnibus (GEO) database to identify differentially expressed circRNA, miRNA, and mRNA. The circRNA–miRNA–mRNA network was constructed by Cytoscape 3.8.0 software, then the protein–protein interaction (PPI) network was constructed by STRING database, and the hub genes were identified by cytoHubba plug-in. The circRNA–miRNA–hub gene regulatory subnetwork was formed to understand the regulatory axis of hub genes in RIF. Finally, the Gene Ontology (GO) analysis and Kyoto Encyclopedia of Genes and Genomes (KEGG) pathway enrichment analysis of the hub genes were performed by clusterProfiler package of Rstudio software, and Reactome Functional Interaction (FI) plug-in was used for reactome analysis to comprehensively analyze the mechanism of hub genes in RIF. Results: A total of eight upregulated differentially expressed circRNAs (DECs), five downregulated DECs, 56 downregulated differentially expressed miRNAs (DEmiRs), 104 upregulated DEmiRs, 429 upregulated differentially expressed genes (DEGs), and 1,067 downregulated DEGs were identified regarding RIF. The miRNA response elements of 13 DECs were then predicted. Seven overlapping miRNAs were obtained by intersecting the predicted miRNA and DEmiRs. Then, 56 overlapping mRNAs were obtained by intersecting the predicted target mRNAs of seven miRNAs with 1,496 DEGs. The circRNA–miRNA–mRNA network and PPI network were constructed through six circRNAs, seven miRNAs, and 56 mRNAs; and four hub genes (YWHAZ, JAK2, MYH9, and RAP2C) were identified. The circRNA–miRNA–hub gene regulatory subnetwork with nine regulatory axes was formed in RIF. Functional enrichment analysis and reactome analysis showed that these four hub genes were closely related to the biological functions and pathways of RIF. Conclusion: The results of this study provide further understanding of the potential pathogenesis from the perspective of circRNA-related competitive endogenous RNA network in RIF.
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- Jiahuan Luo
- Clinical Medical College, Dali University, Dali, China
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- Department of Reproductive Medicine, The First Affiliated Hospital of Dali University, Dali, China.,Institute of Reproductive Medicine, Dali University, Dali, China
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- Clinical Medical College, Dali University, Dali, China
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- Department of Reproductive Medicine, The First Affiliated Hospital of Dali University, Dali, China.,Institute of Reproductive Medicine, Dali University, Dali, China
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- Department of Reproductive Medicine, The First Affiliated Hospital of Dali University, Dali, China.,Institute of Reproductive Medicine, Dali University, Dali, China
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Yang X, Ye T, Liu H, Lv P, Duan C, Wu X, Jiang K, Lu H, Xia D, Peng E, Chen Z, Tang K, Ye Z. Expression profiles, biological functions and clinical significance of circRNAs in bladder cancer. Mol Cancer 2021; 20:4. [PMID: 33397425 PMCID: PMC7780637 DOI: 10.1186/s12943-020-01300-8] [Citation(s) in RCA: 106] [Impact Index Per Article: 35.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/14/2020] [Accepted: 12/21/2020] [Indexed: 02/06/2023] Open
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Circular RNAs (circRNAs), which are single-stranded closed-loop RNA molecules lacking terminal 5′ caps and 3′ poly(A) tails, are attracting increasing scientific attention for their crucial regulatory roles in the occurrence and development of various diseases. With the rapid development of high-throughput sequencing technologies, increasing numbers of differentially expressed circRNAs have been identified in bladder cancer (BCa) via exploration of the expression profiles of BCa and normal tissues and cell lines. CircRNAs are critically involved in BCa biological behaviours, including cell proliferation, tumour growth suppression, cell cycle arrest, apoptosis, invasion, migration, metastasis, angiogenesis, and cisplatin chemoresistance. Most of the studied circRNAs in BCa regulate cancer biological behaviours via miRNA sponging regulatory mechanisms. CircRNAs have been reported to be significantly associated with many clinicopathologic characteristics of BCa, including tumour size, grade, differentiation, and stage; lymph node metastasis; tumour numbers; distant metastasis; invasion; and recurrence. Moreover, circRNA expression levels can be used to predict BCa patients’ survival parameters, such as overall survival (OS), disease-free survival (DFS), and progression-free survival (PFS). The abundance, conservation, stability, specificity and detectability of circRNAs render them potential diagnostic and prognostic biomarkers for BCa. Additionally, circRNAs play crucial regulatory roles upstream of various signalling pathways related to BCa carcinogenesis and progression, reflecting their potential as therapeutic targets for BCa. Herein, we briefly summarize the expression profiles, biological functions and mechanisms of circRNAs and the potential clinical applications of these molecules for BCa diagnosis, prognosis, and targeted therapy.
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- Xiaoqi Yang
- Department of Urology, Tongji Hospital, Tongji Medical College, Huazhong University of Science and Technology, Wuhan, China
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- Department of Urology, Tongji Hospital, Tongji Medical College, Huazhong University of Science and Technology, Wuhan, China
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- Department of Urology, Tongji Hospital, Tongji Medical College, Huazhong University of Science and Technology, Wuhan, China
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- Department of Urology, Tongji Hospital, Tongji Medical College, Huazhong University of Science and Technology, Wuhan, China
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- Department of Urology, Tongji Hospital, Tongji Medical College, Huazhong University of Science and Technology, Wuhan, China
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- Department of Urology, Tongji Hospital, Tongji Medical College, Huazhong University of Science and Technology, Wuhan, China
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- Department of Urology, Guizhou Provincial People's Hospital, Guiyang, China
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- Department of Urology, The Third Affiliated Hospital of Chongqing Medical University, Chongqing, China
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- Department of Urology, Tongji Hospital, Tongji Medical College, Huazhong University of Science and Technology, Wuhan, China
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- Department of Urology, Tongji Hospital, Tongji Medical College, Huazhong University of Science and Technology, Wuhan, China
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- Department of Urology, Tongji Hospital, Tongji Medical College, Huazhong University of Science and Technology, Wuhan, China
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- Department of Urology, Tongji Hospital, Tongji Medical College, Huazhong University of Science and Technology, Wuhan, China.
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- Department of Urology, Tongji Hospital, Tongji Medical College, Huazhong University of Science and Technology, Wuhan, China
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Tian M, Dong J, Yuan B, Jia H. Identification of potential circRNAs and circRNA-miRNA-mRNA regulatory network in the development of diabetic foot ulcers by integrated bioinformatics analysis. Int Wound J 2020; 18:323-331. [PMID: 33314661 PMCID: PMC8244070 DOI: 10.1111/iwj.13535] [Citation(s) in RCA: 17] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/21/2020] [Revised: 11/19/2020] [Accepted: 11/24/2020] [Indexed: 12/13/2022] Open
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We aimed to explore the mechanism of circular RNAs (circRNAs) and provide potential biomarkers for molecular therapy of diabetic foot ulcers (DFU). Gene expression profile of GSE114248, including five normal samples and five DFU samples, was downloaded from GEO database. Differentially expressed circRNAs (DEcircRNAs) between two groups were identified. Then, DEcircRNA‐miRNA and miRNA‐mRNA interaction was revealed, followed by the circRNA‐miRNA‐mRNA network construction. Moreover, functional and pathway analysis were performed based on mRNAs, followed by the DM‐related pathway exploration. Specific binding sites for key circRNAs and associated miRNAs were under investigation. Finally, RT‐qPCR was used to verify the candidate the relative expression level of circRNA between normal tissues and DFU. Totally, 65 DEcircRNAs were revealed between two groups, followed by 113 circRNA‐miRNA‐mRNA interactions explored. The mRNAs in these interactions were mainly assembled in functions like cell proliferation and pathways. Moreover, a total of 11 DM‐related pathways were revealed. Finally, circRNA‐miRNA specific binding‐site analysis revealed two key circRNAs, for example, circRNA_072697 and circRNA_405463, corresponding to their miRNAs. These two circRNAs were novel biomarkers for DFU. circRNA_072697 acted as a sponge of miR‐3150a‐3p in the progression of DFU via regulating KRAS. MAPK signaling pathway might contribute to the development of DFU.
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- Ming Tian
- Shanghai Burn Institute, Ruijin Hospital, Shanghai Jiao Tong University School of Medicine, Shanghai, China
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- Shanghai Burn Institute, Ruijin Hospital, Shanghai Jiao Tong University School of Medicine, Shanghai, China
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- Department of Burns and Plastic Surgery, Ruijin Hospital, Shanghai Jiao Tong University School of Medicine, Shanghai, China
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- Department of Endocrine and Metabolic Diseases, Shanghai Institute of Endocrine and Metabolic Diseases, Ruijin Hospital, Shanghai Jiao Tong University School of Medicine, Shanghai, China, Shanghai National Clinical Research Center for metabolic Diseases, Key Laboratory for Endocrine and Metabolic Diseases of the National Health Commission of the PR China, Shanghai National Center for Translational Medicine, Ruijin Hospital, Shanghai Jiao Tong University School of Medicine, Shanghai, China
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Zhao Q, Dai H, Wang J, Yan F, Jang G, Ma J, Wang B, Li H. A Network Pharmacology Approach to Reveal the Underlying Mechanisms of Zuogui Yin in the Treatment of Male Infertility. Comb Chem High Throughput Screen 2020; 24:803-813. [PMID: 32838712 DOI: 10.2174/1386207323999200824112611] [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: 05/03/2020] [Revised: 06/23/2020] [Accepted: 07/21/2020] [Indexed: 11/22/2022]
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BACKGROUND AND AIM Traditional Chinese medicine (TCM), as a complementary and alternative therapy, has played increasingly important roles in clinical treatment and disease prevention. Zuogui Yin (ZGY) is one of the well-known TCM prescriptions used for the treatment of male infertility. To fully reveal the potential mechanisms underlying the therapeutic effects of ZGY on male infertility, a network pharmacology approach was conducted at the molecular level. METHODS Network pharmacology approach was used in this study, which mainly included active compound screening, target prediction, gene enrichment analysis, and network analysis. RESULTS The network analysis successfully identified 148 potential active ingredients of ZGY and 155 predicted targets that were associated with male infertility. ZGY might play a role in the treatment of male infertility by regulating ten hub targets (VEGFA, CASP3, TNF, AKT1, EGF, EGFR, IL-6, MAPK1, TP53, and PTGS2) and six pathways (TNF signaling pathway, PI3K-Akt signaling pathway, FoxO signaling pathway, Toll-like receptor signaling pathway, VEGF signaling pathway, and MAPK signaling pathway). CONCLUSION This study explored the pharmacological activity and molecular mechanisms of ZGY against male infertility from a holistic perspective. The underlying molecular mechanisms were closely related to the intervention of oxidative stress and apoptosis with CASP3, TP53, AKT1, and MAPK1 being possible targets.
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- Qi Zhao
- Department of Andrology, Dongzhimen Hospital, Beijing 100700, Beijing, China
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- Department of Andrology, Dongzhimen Hospital, Beijing 100700, Beijing, China
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- Department of Andrology, Dongzhimen Hospital, Beijing 100700, Beijing, China
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- Beijing University of Chinese Medicine, Beijing 100029, Beijing, China
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- Department of Andrology, Dongzhimen Hospital, Beijing 100700, Beijing, China
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- Department of Andrology, Hang Zhou Red Cross Hospital, Hangzhou 310003, Zhejiang, China
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- Department of Andrology, Dongzhimen Hospital, Beijing 100700, Beijing, China
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- Department of Andrology, Dongzhimen Hospital, Beijing 100700, Beijing, China
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