1
|
Bessa-Andrês C, Pinto-Cardoso R, Tarasova K, Pereira-Gonçalves AL, Gaio-Ferreira-Castro JM, Carvalho LS, Costa MA, Ferreirinha F, Canadas-Sousa A, Marinhas J, Freitas R, Lemos R, Vilaça A, Oliveira A, Correia-de-Sá P, Noronha-Matos JB. Mechanical stimulation-induced purinome priming fosters osteogenic differentiation and osteointegration of mesenchymal stem cells from the bone marrow of post-menopausal women. Stem Cell Res Ther 2024; 15:168. [PMID: 38886849 PMCID: PMC11184869 DOI: 10.1186/s13287-024-03775-4] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/27/2024] [Accepted: 05/27/2024] [Indexed: 06/20/2024] Open
Abstract
BACKGROUND Mechanical stimulation (MS) significantly increases the release of adenine and uracil nucleotides from bone marrow-derived mesenchymal stem cells (BM-MSCs) undergoing osteogenic differentiation. Released nucleotides acting via ionotropic P2X7 and metabotropic P2Y6 purinoceptors sensitive to ATP and UDP, respectively, control the osteogenic commitment of BM-MSCs and, thus, bone growth and remodelling. Yet, this mechanism is impaired in post-menopausal (Pm)-derived BM-MSCs, mostly because NTPDase3 overexpression decreases the extracellular accumulation of nucleotides below the levels required to activate plasma membrane-bound P2 purinoceptors. This prompted us to investigate whether in vitro MS of BM-MSCs from Pm women could rehabilitate their osteogenic commitment and whether xenotransplantation of MS purinome-primed Pm cells promote repair of critical bone defects in an in vivo animal model. METHODS BM-MSCs were harvested from the neck of femora of Pm women (70 ± 3 years old) undergoing total hip replacement. The cells grew, for 35 days, in an osteogenic-inducing medium either submitted (SS) or not (CTR) to MS (90 r.p.m. for 30 min) twice a week. Increases in alkaline phosphatase activity and in the amount of osteogenic transcription factors, osterix and osteopontin, denoted osteogenic cells differentiation, while bone nodules formation was ascertain by the alizarin red-staining assay. The luciferin-luciferase bioluminescence assay was used to quantify extracellular ATP. The kinetics of the extracellular ATP (100 µM) and UDP (100 µM) catabolism was assessed by HPLC. The density of P2Y6 and P2X7 purinoceptors in the cells was assessed by immunofluorescence confocal microscopy. MS-stimulated BM-MSCs from Pm women were xenotransplanted into critical bone defects drilled in the great trochanter of femora of one-year female Wistar rats; bone repair was assessed by histological analysis 10 days after xenotransplantation. RESULTS MS-stimulated Pm BM-MSCs in culture (i) release 1.6-fold higher ATP amounts, (ii) overexpress P2X7 and P2Y6 purinoceptors, (iii) exhibit higher alkaline phosphatase activity and overexpress the osteogenic transcription factors, osterix and osteopontin, and (iv) form larger bone nodules, than CTR cells. Selective blockage of P2X7 and P2Y6 purinoceptors with A438079 (3 µM) and MRS 2578 (0.1 µM), respectively, prevented the osteogenic commitment of cultured Pm BM-MSCs. Xenotransplanted MS purinome-primed Pm BM-MSCs accelerated the repair of critical bone defects in the in vivo rat model. CONCLUSIONS Data suggest that in vitro MS restores the purinergic cell-to-cell communication fostering the osteogenic differentiation and osteointegration of BM-MSCs from Pm women, a strategy that may be used in bone regeneration and repair tactics.
Collapse
Affiliation(s)
- Catarina Bessa-Andrês
- Laboratório de Farmacologia e Neurobiologia, Instituto de Ciências Biomédicas Abel Salazar - Universidade do Porto (ICBAS-UP), Porto, 4050-313, Portugal
- Center for Drug Discovery and Innovative Medicines (MedInUP), Instituto de Ciências Biomédicas Abel Salazar - Universidade do Porto (ICBAS-UP), Porto, 4050-313, Portugal
| | - Rui Pinto-Cardoso
- Laboratório de Farmacologia e Neurobiologia, Instituto de Ciências Biomédicas Abel Salazar - Universidade do Porto (ICBAS-UP), Porto, 4050-313, Portugal
- Center for Drug Discovery and Innovative Medicines (MedInUP), Instituto de Ciências Biomédicas Abel Salazar - Universidade do Porto (ICBAS-UP), Porto, 4050-313, Portugal
| | - Karyna Tarasova
- Laboratório de Farmacologia e Neurobiologia, Instituto de Ciências Biomédicas Abel Salazar - Universidade do Porto (ICBAS-UP), Porto, 4050-313, Portugal
- Center for Drug Discovery and Innovative Medicines (MedInUP), Instituto de Ciências Biomédicas Abel Salazar - Universidade do Porto (ICBAS-UP), Porto, 4050-313, Portugal
| | - Ana Luísa Pereira-Gonçalves
- Laboratório de Farmacologia e Neurobiologia, Instituto de Ciências Biomédicas Abel Salazar - Universidade do Porto (ICBAS-UP), Porto, 4050-313, Portugal
- Center for Drug Discovery and Innovative Medicines (MedInUP), Instituto de Ciências Biomédicas Abel Salazar - Universidade do Porto (ICBAS-UP), Porto, 4050-313, Portugal
| | - Joana Maria Gaio-Ferreira-Castro
- Laboratório de Farmacologia e Neurobiologia, Instituto de Ciências Biomédicas Abel Salazar - Universidade do Porto (ICBAS-UP), Porto, 4050-313, Portugal
- Center for Drug Discovery and Innovative Medicines (MedInUP), Instituto de Ciências Biomédicas Abel Salazar - Universidade do Porto (ICBAS-UP), Porto, 4050-313, Portugal
| | - Liliana S Carvalho
- Laboratório de Farmacologia e Neurobiologia, Instituto de Ciências Biomédicas Abel Salazar - Universidade do Porto (ICBAS-UP), Porto, 4050-313, Portugal
- Center for Drug Discovery and Innovative Medicines (MedInUP), Instituto de Ciências Biomédicas Abel Salazar - Universidade do Porto (ICBAS-UP), Porto, 4050-313, Portugal
| | - Maria Adelina Costa
- Laboratório de Farmacologia e Neurobiologia, Instituto de Ciências Biomédicas Abel Salazar - Universidade do Porto (ICBAS-UP), Porto, 4050-313, Portugal
- Center for Drug Discovery and Innovative Medicines (MedInUP), Instituto de Ciências Biomédicas Abel Salazar - Universidade do Porto (ICBAS-UP), Porto, 4050-313, Portugal
- Departamento de Química, Instituto de Ciências Biomédicas Abel Salazar - Universidade do Porto (ICBAS-UP), Porto, 4050-313, Portugal
| | - Fátima Ferreirinha
- Laboratório de Farmacologia e Neurobiologia, Instituto de Ciências Biomédicas Abel Salazar - Universidade do Porto (ICBAS-UP), Porto, 4050-313, Portugal
- Center for Drug Discovery and Innovative Medicines (MedInUP), Instituto de Ciências Biomédicas Abel Salazar - Universidade do Porto (ICBAS-UP), Porto, 4050-313, Portugal
| | - Ana Canadas-Sousa
- Departamento de Patologia e Imunologia Molecular, Instituto de Ciências Biomédicas Abel Salazar - Universidade do Porto (ICBAS-UP), Porto, 4050-313, Portugal
| | - José Marinhas
- Serviço de Ortopedia e Traumatologia, Centro Hospitalar de Vila Nova de Gaia - Espinho, Vila Nova de Gaia, 4434-502, Portugal
| | - Rolando Freitas
- Serviço de Ortopedia e Traumatologia, Centro Hospitalar de Vila Nova de Gaia - Espinho, Vila Nova de Gaia, 4434-502, Portugal
| | - Rui Lemos
- Serviço de Ortopedia e Traumatologia, Centro Hospitalar de Vila Nova de Gaia - Espinho, Vila Nova de Gaia, 4434-502, Portugal
| | - Adélio Vilaça
- Serviço de Ortopedia, Centro Hospitalar Universitário de Santo António, Porto, 4099-001, Portugal
| | - António Oliveira
- Serviço de Ortopedia, Centro Hospitalar Universitário de Santo António, Porto, 4099-001, Portugal
| | - Paulo Correia-de-Sá
- Laboratório de Farmacologia e Neurobiologia, Instituto de Ciências Biomédicas Abel Salazar - Universidade do Porto (ICBAS-UP), Porto, 4050-313, Portugal.
- Center for Drug Discovery and Innovative Medicines (MedInUP), Instituto de Ciências Biomédicas Abel Salazar - Universidade do Porto (ICBAS-UP), Porto, 4050-313, Portugal.
| | - José Bernardo Noronha-Matos
- Laboratório de Farmacologia e Neurobiologia, Instituto de Ciências Biomédicas Abel Salazar - Universidade do Porto (ICBAS-UP), Porto, 4050-313, Portugal.
- Center for Drug Discovery and Innovative Medicines (MedInUP), Instituto de Ciências Biomédicas Abel Salazar - Universidade do Porto (ICBAS-UP), Porto, 4050-313, Portugal.
| |
Collapse
|
2
|
Li Z, Yang B, Yang Z, Xie X, Guo Z, Zhao J, Wang R, Fu H, Zhao P, Zhao X, Chen G, Li G, Wei F, Bian L. Supramolecular Hydrogel with Ultra-Rapid Cell-Mediated Network Adaptation for Enhancing Cellular Metabolic Energetics and Tissue Regeneration. ADVANCED MATERIALS (DEERFIELD BEACH, FLA.) 2024; 36:e2307176. [PMID: 38295393 DOI: 10.1002/adma.202307176] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/20/2023] [Revised: 11/27/2023] [Indexed: 02/02/2024]
Abstract
Cellular energetics plays an important role in tissue regeneration, and the enhanced metabolic activity of delivered stem cells can accelerate tissue repair and regeneration. However, conventional hydrogels with limited network cell adaptability restrict cell-cell interactions and cell metabolic activities. In this work, it is shown that a cell-adaptable hydrogel with high network dynamics enhances the glucose uptake and fatty acid β-oxidation of encapsulated human mesenchymal stem cells (hMSCs) compared with a hydrogel with low network dynamics. It is further shown that the hMSCs encapsulated in the high dynamic hydrogels exhibit increased tricarboxylic acid (TCA) cycle activity, oxidative phosphorylation (OXPHOS), and adenosine triphosphate (ATP) biosynthesis via an E-cadherin- and AMP-activated protein kinase (AMPK)-dependent mechanism. The in vivo evaluation further showed that the delivery of MSCs by the dynamic hydrogel enhanced in situ bone regeneration in an animal model. It is believed that the findings provide critical insights into the impact of stem cell-biomaterial interactions on cellular metabolic energetics and the underlying mechanisms.
Collapse
Affiliation(s)
- Zhuo Li
- Department of Biomedical Engineering, The Chinese University of Hong Kong, Hong Kong, 999077, P. R. China
| | - Boguang Yang
- Stem Cells and Regenerative Medicine Laboratory, Li Ka Shing Institute of Health Sciences, Department of Orthopaedics and Traumatology, The Chinese University of Hong Kong, Prince of Wales Hospital, Hong Kong, 999077, P. R. China
| | - Zhengmeng Yang
- Stem Cells and Regenerative Medicine Laboratory, Li Ka Shing Institute of Health Sciences, Department of Orthopaedics and Traumatology, The Chinese University of Hong Kong, Prince of Wales Hospital, Hong Kong, 999077, P. R. China
| | - Xian Xie
- Department of Biomedical Engineering, The Chinese University of Hong Kong, Hong Kong, 999077, P. R. China
| | - Zhengnan Guo
- School of Biomedical Sciences and Engineering, South China University of Technology, Guangzhou, 511442, P. R. China
| | - Jianyang Zhao
- School of Biomedical Sciences and Engineering, South China University of Technology, Guangzhou, 511442, P. R. China
| | - Ruinan Wang
- School of Biomedical Sciences and Engineering, South China University of Technology, Guangzhou, 511442, P. R. China
| | - Hao Fu
- School of Biomedical Sciences and Engineering, South China University of Technology, Guangzhou, 511442, P. R. China
| | - Pengchao Zhao
- School of Biomedical Sciences and Engineering, South China University of Technology, Guangzhou, 511442, P. R. China
| | - Xin Zhao
- Department of Biomedical Engineering, The Hong Kong Polytechnic University, Hong Kong, 999077, P. R. China
| | - Guosong Chen
- Department of Macromolecular Science, Fudan University, Shanghai, 200433, P. R. China
| | - Gang Li
- Stem Cells and Regenerative Medicine Laboratory, Li Ka Shing Institute of Health Sciences, Department of Orthopaedics and Traumatology, The Chinese University of Hong Kong, Prince of Wales Hospital, Hong Kong, 999077, P. R. China
| | - Fuxin Wei
- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, The Seventh Affiliated Hospital of Sun Yat-sen University, Shenzhen, 518107, P. R. China
- Shenzhen Key Laboratory of Bone Tissue Repair and Translational Research, Shenzhen, 518107, P. R. China
| | - Liming Bian
- School of Biomedical Sciences and Engineering, South China University of Technology, Guangzhou, 511442, P. R. China
- National Engineering Research Center for Tissue Restoration and Reconstruction, South China University of Technology, Guangzhou, 511442, P. R. China
- Key Laboratory of Biomedical Materials and Engineering of the Ministry of Education, South China University of Technology, Guangzhou, 511442, P. R. China
- Guangdong Provincial Key Laboratory of Biomedical Engineering, South China University of Technology, Guangzhou, 511442, P. R. China
| |
Collapse
|
3
|
Chang Y, Kong K, Tong Z, Qiao H, Jin M, Wu X, Ouyang Z, Zhang J, Zhai Z, Li H. TiO2 nanotube topography enhances osteogenesis through filamentous actin and XB130-protein-mediated mechanotransduction. Acta Biomater 2024; 177:525-537. [PMID: 38360291 DOI: 10.1016/j.actbio.2024.02.011] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/02/2023] [Revised: 01/09/2024] [Accepted: 02/08/2024] [Indexed: 02/17/2024]
Abstract
TiO2 nanotube topography, as nanomechanical stimulation, can significantly promote osteogenesis and improve the osteointegration on the interface of implants and bone tissue. However, the underlying mechanism has not been fully elucidated. XB130 is a member of the actin filament-associated protein family and is involved in the regulation of cytoskeleton and tyrosine kinase-mediated signalling as an adaptor protein. Whether XB130 is involved in TiO2 nanotubes-induced osteogenic differentiation and how it functions in mechano-biochemical signalling transduction remain to be elucidated. In this study, the role of XB130 on TiO2 nanotube-induced osteogenesis and mechanotransduction was systematically investigated. TiO2 nanotube topography was fabricated via anodic oxidation and characterized. The osteogenic effect was significantly accelerated by the TiO2 nanotube surface in vitro and vivo. XB130 was significantly upregulated during this process. Moreover, XB130 overexpression significantly promoted osteogenic differentiation, whereas its knockdown inhibited it. Filamentous actin depolymerization could change the expression and distribution of XB130, thus affecting osteogenic differentiation. Mechanistically, XB130 could interact with Src and result in the activation of the downstream PI3K/Akt/GSK-3β/β-catenin pathway, which accounts for the regulation of osteogenesis. This study for the first time showed that the enhanced osteogenic effect of TiO2 nanotubes could be partly due to the filamentous actin and XB130 mediated mechano-biochemical signalling transduction, which might provide a reference for guiding the design and modification of prostheses to promote bone regeneration and osseointegration. STATEMENT OF SIGNIFICANCE: TiO2 nanotubes topography can regulate cytoskeletal rearrangement and thus promote osteogenic differentiation of BMSCs. However, how filamentous actin converts mechanical stimulus into biochemical activity remains unclear. XB130 is a member of actin filament-associated protein family and involves in the regulation of tyrosine kinase-mediated signalling. Therefore, we hypothesised that XB130 might bridge the mechano-biochemical signalling transduction during TiO2 nanotubes-induced osteogenic differentiation. For the first time, this study shows that TiO2 nanotubes enhance osteogenesis through filamentous actin and XB130 mediated mechanotransduction, which provides new theoretical basis for guiding the design and modification of prostheses to promote bone regeneration and osseointegration.
Collapse
Affiliation(s)
- Yongyun Chang
- Shanghai Key Laboratory of Orthopaedic Implants, Department of Orthopaedics, Ninth People's Hospital, Shanghai Jiao Tong University School of Medicine, 200011, Shanghai, China
| | - Keyu Kong
- Shanghai Key Laboratory of Orthopaedic Implants, Department of Orthopaedics, Ninth People's Hospital, Shanghai Jiao Tong University School of Medicine, 200011, Shanghai, China
| | - Zhicheng Tong
- Shanghai Key Laboratory of Orthopaedic Implants, Department of Orthopaedics, Ninth People's Hospital, Shanghai Jiao Tong University School of Medicine, 200011, Shanghai, China
| | - Hua Qiao
- Shanghai Key Laboratory of Orthopaedic Implants, Department of Orthopaedics, Ninth People's Hospital, Shanghai Jiao Tong University School of Medicine, 200011, Shanghai, China
| | - Minghao Jin
- Shanghai Key Laboratory of Orthopaedic Implants, Department of Orthopaedics, Ninth People's Hospital, Shanghai Jiao Tong University School of Medicine, 200011, Shanghai, China
| | - Xinru Wu
- Shanghai Key Laboratory of Orthopaedic Implants, Department of Orthopaedics, Ninth People's Hospital, Shanghai Jiao Tong University School of Medicine, 200011, Shanghai, China
| | - Zhengxiao Ouyang
- Department of Orthopaedics, The Second Xiangya Hospital, Central South University, 410011, Changsha, Hunan, China
| | - Jingwei Zhang
- Shanghai Key Laboratory of Orthopaedic Implants, Department of Orthopaedics, Ninth People's Hospital, Shanghai Jiao Tong University School of Medicine, 200011, Shanghai, China
| | - Zanjing Zhai
- Shanghai Key Laboratory of Orthopaedic Implants, Department of Orthopaedics, Ninth People's Hospital, Shanghai Jiao Tong University School of Medicine, 200011, Shanghai, China.
| | - Huiwu Li
- Shanghai Key Laboratory of Orthopaedic Implants, Department of Orthopaedics, Ninth People's Hospital, Shanghai Jiao Tong University School of Medicine, 200011, Shanghai, China.
| |
Collapse
|
4
|
Moya-Gómez A, Font LP, Burlacu A, Alpizar YA, Cardonne MM, Brône B, Bronckaers A. Extremely Low-Frequency Electromagnetic Stimulation (ELF-EMS) Improves Neurological Outcome and Reduces Microglial Reactivity in a Rodent Model of Global Transient Stroke. Int J Mol Sci 2023; 24:11117. [PMID: 37446295 DOI: 10.3390/ijms241311117] [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: 06/01/2023] [Revised: 06/28/2023] [Accepted: 06/30/2023] [Indexed: 07/15/2023] Open
Abstract
Extremely low-frequency electromagnetic stimulation (ELF-EMS) was demonstrated to be significantly beneficial in rodent models of permanent stroke. The mechanism involved enhanced cerebrovascular perfusion and endothelial cell nitric oxide production. However, the possible effect on the neuroinflammatory response and its efficacy in reperfusion stroke models remains unclear. To evaluate ELF-EMS effectiveness and possible immunomodulatory response, we studied neurological outcome, behavior, neuronal survival, and glial reactivity in a rodent model of global transient stroke treated with 13.5 mT/60 Hz. Next, we studied microglial cells migration and, in organotypic hippocampal brain slices, we assessed neuronal survival and microglia reactivity. ELF-EMS improved the neurological score and behavior in the ischemia-reperfusion model. It also improved neuronal survival and decreased glia reactivity in the hippocampus, with microglia showing the first signs of treatment effect. In vitro ELF-EMS decreased (Lipopolysaccharide) LPS and ATP-induced microglia migration in both scratch and transwell assay. Additionally, in hippocampal brain slices, reduced microglial reactivity, improved neuronal survival, and modulation of inflammation-related markers was observed. Our study is the first to show that an EMF treatment has a direct impact on microglial migration. Furthermore, ELF-EMS has beneficial effects in an ischemia/reperfusion model, which indicates that this treatment has clinical potential as a new treatment against ischemic stroke.
Collapse
Affiliation(s)
- Amanda Moya-Gómez
- BIOMED, UHasselt, Agoralaan, 3590 Diepenbeek, Belgium
- Biomedical Engineering Department, Facultad de Ingeniería Informática, Telecomunicaciones y Biomédica, Universidad de Oriente, Santiago de Cuba 90 400, Cuba
| | - Lena Pérez Font
- Centro Nacional de Electromagnetismo Aplicado, Universidad de Oriente, Santiago de Cuba 90 400, Cuba
| | | | | | - Miriam Marañón Cardonne
- Biomedical Engineering Department, Facultad de Ingeniería Informática, Telecomunicaciones y Biomédica, Universidad de Oriente, Santiago de Cuba 90 400, Cuba
| | - Bert Brône
- BIOMED, UHasselt, Agoralaan, 3590 Diepenbeek, Belgium
| | - Annelies Bronckaers
- Biomedical Engineering Department, Facultad de Ingeniería Informática, Telecomunicaciones y Biomédica, Universidad de Oriente, Santiago de Cuba 90 400, Cuba
| |
Collapse
|
5
|
Ma T, Ding Q, Liu C, Wu H. Electromagnetic fields regulate calcium-mediated cell fate of stem cells: osteogenesis, chondrogenesis and apoptosis. Stem Cell Res Ther 2023; 14:133. [PMID: 37194107 DOI: 10.1186/s13287-023-03303-w] [Citation(s) in RCA: 12] [Impact Index Per Article: 12.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/14/2021] [Accepted: 03/28/2023] [Indexed: 05/18/2023] Open
Abstract
Electromagnetic fields (EMF) are increasing in popularity as a safe and non-invasive therapy. On the one hand, it is widely acknowledged that EMF can regulate the proliferation and differentiation of stem cells, promoting the undifferentiated cells capable of osteogenesis, angiogenesis, and chondroblast differentiation to achieve bone repair purpose. On the other hand, EMF can inhibit tumor stem cells proliferation and promote apoptosis to suppress tumor growth. As an essential second messenger, intracellular calcium plays a role in regulating cell cycle, such as proliferation, differentiation and apoptosis. There is increasing evidence that the modulation of intracellular calcium ion by EMF leads to differential outcomes in different stem cells. This review summarizes the regulation of channels, transporters, and ion pumps by EMF-induced calcium oscillations. It furtherly discusses the role of molecules and pathways activated by EMF-dependent calcium oscillations in promoting bone and cartilage repair and inhibiting tumor stem cells growth.
Collapse
Affiliation(s)
- Tian Ma
- Tongji Hospital, Tongji Medical College, Huazhong University of Science and Technology, Wuhan, 430030, Hubei, China
| | - Qing Ding
- Tongji Hospital, Tongji Medical College, Huazhong University of Science and Technology, Wuhan, 430030, Hubei, China
| | - Chaoxu Liu
- Tongji Hospital, Tongji Medical College, Huazhong University of Science and Technology, Wuhan, 430030, Hubei, China.
| | - Hua Wu
- Tongji Hospital, Tongji Medical College, Huazhong University of Science and Technology, Wuhan, 430030, Hubei, China.
| |
Collapse
|
6
|
Amniotic stem cells as a source of regenerative medicine to treat female infertility. Hum Cell 2023; 36:15-25. [PMID: 36251241 PMCID: PMC9813167 DOI: 10.1007/s13577-022-00795-1] [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: 08/15/2022] [Accepted: 09/13/2022] [Indexed: 01/09/2023]
Abstract
Impaired reproductive health is a worldwide problem that affects the psychological well-being of a society. Despite the technological developments to treat infertility, the global infertility rate is increasing significantly. Many infertility conditions are currently treated using various advanced clinical approaches such as intrauterine semination (IUI), in vitro fertilization (IVF), and intracytoplasmic injection (ICSI). Nonetheless, clinical management of some conditions such as dysfunctional endometrium, premature ovarian failure, and ovarian physiological aging still pose significant challenges. Stem cells based therapeutic strategies have a long-standing history to treat many infertility conditions, but ethical restrictions do not allow the broad-scale utilization of adult mesenchymal stromal/stem cells (MSCs). Easily accessible, placental derived or amniotic stem cells present an invaluable alternative source of non-immunogenic and non-tumorigenic stem cells that possess multilineage potential. Given these characteristics, placental or amniotic stem cells (ASCs) have been investigated for therapeutic purposes to address infertility in the last decade. This study aims to summarize the current standing and progress of human amniotic epithelial stem cells (hAECs), amniotic mesenchymal stem cells (hAMSCs), and amniotic fluid stem cells (hAFSCs) in the field of reproductive medicine. The therapeutic potential of these cells to restore or enhance normal ovarian function and pregnancy outcomes are highlighted in this study.
Collapse
|
7
|
Rahimi S, Ahrabi M, Samiei M, Roshangar L, Ahrabi B, Hashemi B, Shahi S, Rahimi Darehchi N. The Effect of Low-Frequency Pulsed Electromagnetic Fields on the Differentiation of Permanent Dental Pulp Stem Cells into Odontoblasts. IRANIAN ENDODONTIC JOURNAL 2023; 18:218-223. [PMID: 37829830 PMCID: PMC10565999 DOI: 10.22037/iej.v18i4.39349] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/10/2023] [Revised: 07/02/2023] [Accepted: 07/10/2023] [Indexed: 10/14/2023]
Abstract
Introduction Exposure to pulsed electromagnetic field (PEMF) has been revealed to affect the differentiation and proliferation of human mesenchymal stem cells derived from dental pulp multipotent stromal stem cells (DP-MSCs). This study aimed to investigate the differentiation effect of electromagnetic fields (EMFs) on the DP-MSC. Materials and Methods PEMF was produced by a system comprising a multi-meter autotransformer, solenoid coils, and teslameter. This study included 10 groups of DP-MSCs which underwent different electromagnetic radiation time and beam intensity. Three samples tested for each group. The effect of PEMF with the intensity of 0.5 and 1 mT (mili Tesla) and 50 Hz on the proliferation rate of DP-MSC was evaluated at 20 and 40 minutes per day for seven days. MTT assay was applied to determine the growth and proliferation of DP-MSC. Gene expression of DMP1 for differentiation of DPSCs to odontoblasts was confirmed by Real Time PCR., ANOVA statistical analysis and Kruskal-Wallis test were used to analyze the data. Results The survival in all exposure groups was significantly higher than that in control except in the group of 40 minutes, 1 mT (P<0.05). In 20 minutes, 0.5 mT exposure, the survival intensity is significantly more than others (P<0.05). In general, the intensity of survival was recorded, 20, 0.5 mT≥20, 1 mT≥40, 0.5 mT≥40, 1 mT respectively. Therefore, according to the obtained results, ELF-EMF increases the survival of cells except for one case (40 minutes, 1 mT), even though the effective underlying mechanisms in this process are still unclear. Conclusions The results obtained promise that in the future, by placing an important part of the pulp next to the electromagnetic field, the lost part of the pulp can be reconstructed and the dentin barrier can be created.
Collapse
Affiliation(s)
- Saeed Rahimi
- Dental and Periodontal Research Center, Endodontics Department, Tabriz Dental School, Tabriz University of Medical Sciences;
| | - Mahnaz Ahrabi
- Endodontics Department, Tabriz Dental School, Tabriz University of Medical Sciences, Iran;
| | - Mohammad Samiei
- Dental and Periodontal Research Center, Endodontics Department, Tabriz Dental School, Tabriz University of Medical Sciences;
| | - Leila Roshangar
- Stem Cell Research Center, Tabriz University of Medical Sciences, Iran;
| | - Behnaz Ahrabi
- Laser Application in Medical Sciences Research Center, Shahid Beheshti University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran;
| | - Behnam Hashemi
- Stem Cell Research Center, Tabriz University of Medical Sciences, Iran;
| | - Shahriar Shahi
- Dental and Periodontal Research Center, Endodontics Department, Tabriz Dental School, Tabriz University of Medical Sciences;
| | | |
Collapse
|
8
|
Chen Y, Lu C, Shang X, Wu K, Chen K. Primary cilia: The central role in the electromagnetic field induced bone healing. Front Pharmacol 2022; 13:1062119. [DOI: 10.3389/fphar.2022.1062119] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/05/2022] [Accepted: 11/07/2022] [Indexed: 12/03/2022] Open
Abstract
Primary cilia have emerged as the cellular “antenna” that can receive and transduce extracellular chemical/physical signals, thus playing an important role in regulating cellular activities. Although the electromagnetic field (EMF) is an effective treatment for bone fractures since 1978, however, the detailed mechanisms leading to such positive effects are still unclear. Primary cilia may play a central role in receiving EMF signals, translating physical signals into biochemical information, and initiating various signalingsignaling pathways to transduce signals into the nucleus. In this review, we elucidated the process of bone healing, the structure, and function of primary cilia, as well as the application and mechanism of EMF in treating fracture healing. To comprehensively understand the process of bone healing, we used bioinformatics to analyze the molecular change and associated the results with other studies. Moreover, this review summarizedsummarized some limitations in EMFs-related research and provides an outlook for ongoing studies. In conclusion, this review illustrated the primary cilia and related molecular mechanisms in the EMF-induced bone healing process, and it may shed light on future research.
Collapse
|
9
|
Ogawa E, Oguma Y, Kushida Y, Wakao S, Okawa K, Dezawa M. Naïve pluripotent-like characteristics of non-tumorigenic Muse cells isolated from human amniotic membrane. Sci Rep 2022; 12:17222. [PMID: 36241699 PMCID: PMC9568515 DOI: 10.1038/s41598-022-22282-1] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/22/2022] [Accepted: 10/12/2022] [Indexed: 01/06/2023] Open
Abstract
Multilineage-differentiating stress-enduring (Muse) cells are non-tumorigenic pluripotent-like stem cells that exhibit triploblastic differentiation and self-renewability at the single-cell level, and are collectable as pluripotent surface marker SSEA-3(+) from the bone marrow (BM), peripheral blood, and organ connective tissues. SSEA-3(+) cells from human amniotic membrane mesenchymal stem cells (hAMSCs) were compared with hBM-Muse cells. Similar to hBM-Muse cells, hAMSC-SSEA-3(+) cells expressed pluripotency genes (OCT3/4, NANOG, and SOX2), differentiated into triploblastic cells from a single cell, self-renewed, and exhibited non-tumorigenicity. Notably, however, they exhibited unique characteristics not seen in hBM-Muse cells, including higher expression of genes related to germline- and extraembryonic cell-lineages compared with those in hBM-Muse cells in single-cell RNA-sequencing; and enhanced expression of markers relevant to germline- (PRDM14, TFAP2C, and NANOS3) and extraembryonic cell- (CDX2, GCM1, and ID2) lineages when induced by cytokine subsets, suggesting a broader differentiation potential similar to naïve pluripotent stem cells. t-SNE dimensionality reduction and Gene ontology analysis visualized hAMSC-SSEA-3(+) cells comprised a large undifferentiated subpopulation between epithelial- and mesenchymal-cell states and a small mesenchymal subpopulation expressing genes relevant to the placental formation. The AM is easily accessible by noninvasive approaches. These unique cells are a potentially interesting target naïve pluripotent stem cell-like resource without tumorigenicity.
Collapse
Affiliation(s)
- Eiji Ogawa
- grid.69566.3a0000 0001 2248 6943Department of Stem Cell Biology and Histology, Tohoku University Graduate School of Medicine, 2-1 Seiryo-Machi, Sendai, 980-8575 Japan
| | - Yo Oguma
- grid.69566.3a0000 0001 2248 6943Department of Stem Cell Biology and Histology, Tohoku University Graduate School of Medicine, 2-1 Seiryo-Machi, Sendai, 980-8575 Japan
| | - Yoshihiro Kushida
- grid.69566.3a0000 0001 2248 6943Department of Stem Cell Biology and Histology, Tohoku University Graduate School of Medicine, 2-1 Seiryo-Machi, Sendai, 980-8575 Japan
| | - Shohei Wakao
- grid.69566.3a0000 0001 2248 6943Department of Stem Cell Biology and Histology, Tohoku University Graduate School of Medicine, 2-1 Seiryo-Machi, Sendai, 980-8575 Japan
| | - Kana Okawa
- grid.69566.3a0000 0001 2248 6943Department of Stem Cell Biology and Histology, Tohoku University Graduate School of Medicine, 2-1 Seiryo-Machi, Sendai, 980-8575 Japan
| | - Mari Dezawa
- grid.69566.3a0000 0001 2248 6943Department of Stem Cell Biology and Histology, Tohoku University Graduate School of Medicine, 2-1 Seiryo-Machi, Sendai, 980-8575 Japan
| |
Collapse
|
10
|
Ye AF, Liu XC, Chen LJ, Xia YP, Yang XB, Sun WJ. Endogenous Ca 2+ release was involved in 50-Hz MF-induced proliferation via Akt-SK1 signal cascade in human amniotic epithelial cells. Electromagn Biol Med 2022; 41:142-151. [PMID: 35129008 DOI: 10.1080/15368378.2022.2031211] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/03/2022]
Abstract
The mechanism underlying the biological effects caused by an extremely low-frequency electromagnetic field (ELF-EMF) is still unclear. Previously, we found that L-type calcium channel and sphingosine kinase 1 (SK1) were involved in 50-Hz MF exposure-induced cell proliferation. In the present study, the role of intracellular Ca2+ and signal molecules related to SK1 in cell proliferation induced by 50-Hz MF was investigated in human amniotic epithelial (FL) cells. Results showed that the intracellular Ca2+ chelator, BAPTA, could completely inhibit 50-Hz MF-induced cell proliferation, whereas NIF, the inhibitor of L-type calcium channel, only partly blocked it. When cells were cultured in calcium-free medium, MF exposure also increased intracellular Ca2+, activated SK1 and promoted cell proliferation although all of those increasing levels were lower than those in complete medium. Moreover, MF-activated SK1 could be completely inhibited by BAPTA, and MF-induced cell proliferation was abolished by SKI II, the specific inhibitor of SK1. Additionally, a 50-Hz MF exposure did not affect the activation of ERK and PKCα under the condition of calcium-free medium, but activated the Akt, which could be precluded entirely by BAPTA, but not be inhibited by NIF. Treatment of FL cells with LY294002, the inhibitor of Akt, could delete the MF-induced SK1 activation under the condition of calcium-free medium. Based on the data from the present experiment, it is concluded that endogenous Ca2+ release was involved in 50-Hz MF-induced cell proliferation via Akt-SK1 signal cascade.
Collapse
Affiliation(s)
- An-Fang Ye
- The First Affiliated Hospital, School of Public Health, Zhejiang University School of Medicine, Hangzhou, ZJ, China
| | - Xiao-Chen Liu
- The First Affiliated Hospital, School of Public Health, Zhejiang University School of Medicine, Hangzhou, ZJ, China
| | - Liang-Jing Chen
- Institute of Environmental Medicine, Zhejiang University School of Medicine, Hangzhou, ZJ, China.,Bioelectromagnetics Key Laboratory, Zhejiang University School of Medicine, Hangzhou, ZJ, China
| | - Yong-Peng Xia
- Institute of Environmental Medicine, Zhejiang University School of Medicine, Hangzhou, ZJ, China.,Shaoxing Shangyu Area Center for Disease Control and Prevention, Shaoxing, ZJ, China
| | - Xiao-Bo Yang
- Institute of Environmental Medicine, Zhejiang University School of Medicine, Hangzhou, ZJ, China.,Tianjin Institute of Environmental and Operational Medicine, Tianjin, China
| | - Wen-Jun Sun
- The First Affiliated Hospital, School of Public Health, Zhejiang University School of Medicine, Hangzhou, ZJ, China.,Institute of Environmental Medicine, Zhejiang University School of Medicine, Hangzhou, ZJ, China.,Bioelectromagnetics Key Laboratory, Zhejiang University School of Medicine, Hangzhou, ZJ, China
| |
Collapse
|
11
|
The polypeptide OP3-4 induced osteogenic differentiation of bone marrow mesenchymal stem cells via protein kinase B/glycogen synthase kinase 3β/β-catenin pathway and promoted mandibular defect bone regeneration. Arch Oral Biol 2021; 130:105243. [PMID: 34416564 DOI: 10.1016/j.archoralbio.2021.105243] [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: 05/28/2021] [Revised: 08/04/2021] [Accepted: 08/13/2021] [Indexed: 12/25/2022]
Abstract
OBJECTIVES The aims of this study were to explore: (ⅰ) the effect of the polypeptide OP 3-4 on bone regeneration in vivo; (ⅱ) the effect of OP 3-4 on osteogenic differentiation of bone marrow mesenchymal stem cells in vitro; and (ⅲ) the potential mechanism of OP 3-4 in promoting osteogenic differentiation of bone marrow mesenchymal stem cells. DESIGNS 30 Wistar rats (8-week, male) were randomly divided into Control group (n = 5), Hydrogel group (n = 5), and Hydrogel loaded OP 3-4 group (n = 5). Hematoxylin and eosin staining was used to evaluate the level of bone regeneration in mandibular defect. Immunohistochemistry staining was used to evaluate the expression of alkaline phosphatase, runt-related transcription factor 2, and type Ⅰ collagen. Flow cytometry was applied to identify the phenotype of bone marrow mesenchymal stem cells. Furthermore, LY294002, the inhibitor of protein kinase B, was applied to verify the role of OP 3-4 in promoting osteogenic differentiation via protein kinase B/glycogen synthase kinase 3β/β-catenin pathway through western blot. RESULTS OP 3-4 promoted bone regeneration of rat mandibular defect. The expression of osteogenic differentiation related markers were increased after adding OP 3-4 to bone marrow mesenchymal stem cells. OP 3-4 promoted osteogenic differentiation of bone marrow mesenchymal stem cells via protein kinase B/glycogen synthase kinase 3β/β-catenin pathway. CONCLUSION OP 3-4 could promote bone regeneration of mandibular defect and improve osteogenic differentiation through protein kinase B/glycogen synthase kinase 3β/β-catenin pathway.
Collapse
|
12
|
Prednisolone induces osteocytes apoptosis by promoting Notum expression and inhibiting PI3K/AKT/GSK3β/β-catenin pathway. J Mol Histol 2021; 52:1081-1095. [PMID: 34297260 DOI: 10.1007/s10735-021-10006-0] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/16/2021] [Accepted: 07/16/2021] [Indexed: 12/15/2022]
Abstract
The apoptosis of mature osteocytes is the main factor causing damage to the microstructure of cortical bone in glucocorticoid-induced osteoporosis (GIOP). Our previous research found damaged areas and empty osteocytes lacunae in the tibial cortical bone of GIOP mice. However, the specific mechanism has not been clarified. Recently, a study showed that the quality of the cortical bone significantly increased by knocking out Notum, a gene encoding α/β hydrolase. However, it is not clear whether Notum affects cortical bone remodeling by participating in glucocorticoids (GCs)-induced apoptosis of osteocytes. The present study aimed to explore the correlation between Notum, osteocytes apoptosis, and cortical bone quality in GIOP. Prednisolone acetate was intragastrically administered to mice for two weeks. Histochemical staining was applied to evaluate changes in GIOP and Notum expression. Osteocytes were stimulated with prednisolone, and cell viability was assessed via CCK8. Hoechst 33342/PI staining, flow cytometry, RT-PCR, and western blot were used to detect osteocytes apoptosis, siRNA transfection efficiency, and expressions of pathway related factors. The results showed that the number of empty osteocytes lacunae increased in GIOP mice. TUNEL-stained apoptotic osteocytes and Notum immuno-positive osteocytes were also observed. Furthermore, prednisolone was found to promote Notum expression and osteocytes apoptosis in vitro. Knocking down Notum via siRNA partially restored osteocytes apoptosis and phosphoinositide 3-kinase (PI3K)/protein kinase B (AKT)/glycogen synthase kinase-3β (GSK3β)/β-catenin pathway. These findings showed GCs-induced osteocytes apoptosis by promoting Notum expression and inhibiting PI3K/AKT/GSK3β/β-catenin pathway. Thus, Notum might be a potential therapeutic target for the treatment of GIOP.
Collapse
|
13
|
Li W, Liu W, Wang W, Wang J, Ma T, Chen J, Wu H, Liu C. Sinusoidal electromagnetic fields accelerate bone regeneration by boosting the multifunctionality of bone marrow mesenchymal stem cells. Stem Cell Res Ther 2021; 12:234. [PMID: 33849651 PMCID: PMC8042357 DOI: 10.1186/s13287-021-02302-z] [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: 01/29/2021] [Accepted: 03/22/2021] [Indexed: 12/26/2022] Open
Abstract
Background The repair of critical-sized bone defects is always a challenging problem. Electromagnetic fields (EMFs), used as a physiotherapy for bone defects, have been suspected to cause potential hazards to human health due to the long-term exposure. To optimize the application of EMF while avoiding its adverse effects, a combination of EMF and tissue engineering techniques is critical. Furthermore, a deeper understanding of the mechanism of action of EMF will lead to better applications in the future. Methods In this research, bone marrow mesenchymal stem cells (BMSCs) seeded on 3D-printed scaffolds were treated with sinusoidal EMFs in vitro. Then, 5.5 mm critical-sized calvarial defects were created in rats, and the cell scaffolds were implanted into the defects. In addition, the molecular and cellular mechanisms by which EMFs regulate BMSCs were explored with various approaches to gain deeper insight into the effects of EMFs. Results The cell scaffolds treated with EMF successfully accelerated the repair of critical-sized calvarial defects. Further studies revealed that EMF could not directly induce the differentiation of BMSCs but improved the sensitivity of BMSCs to BMP signals by upregulating the quantity of specific BMP (bone morphogenetic protein) receptors. Once these receptors receive BMP signals from the surrounding milieu, a cascade of reactions is initiated to promote osteogenic differentiation via the BMP/Smad signalling pathway. Moreover, the cytokines secreted by BMSCs treated with EMF can better facilitate angiogenesis and osteoimmunomodulation which play fundamental roles in bone regeneration. Conclusion In summary, EMF can promote the osteogenic potential of BMSCs and enhance the paracrine function of BMSCs to facilitate bone regeneration. These findings highlight the profound impact of EMF on tissue engineering and provide a new strategy for the clinical treatment of bone defects.
Collapse
Affiliation(s)
- Weigang Li
- Department of Orthopedics, Tongji Hospital, Tongji Medical College, Huazhong University of Science and Technology, Wuhan, 430030, Hubei, China
| | - Wenbin Liu
- Department of Orthopedics, Xiangya Hospital of Central South University, Changsha, 410008, Hunan, China
| | - Wei Wang
- Department of Orthopedics, Tongji Hospital, Tongji Medical College, Huazhong University of Science and Technology, Wuhan, 430030, Hubei, China
| | - Jiachen Wang
- Department of Hematology, Tongji Hospital, Tongji Medical College, Huazhong University of Science and Technology, Wuhan, 430030, Hubei, China
| | - Tian Ma
- Department of Orthopedics, Tongji Hospital, Tongji Medical College, Huazhong University of Science and Technology, Wuhan, 430030, Hubei, China
| | - Jingyuan Chen
- Department of Cardiothoracic Surgery, Tongji Hospital, Tongji Medical College, Huazhong University of Science and Technology, Wuhan, 430030, Hubei, China
| | - Hua Wu
- Department of Orthopedics, Tongji Hospital, Tongji Medical College, Huazhong University of Science and Technology, Wuhan, 430030, Hubei, China.
| | - Chaoxu Liu
- Department of Orthopedics, Tongji Hospital, Tongji Medical College, Huazhong University of Science and Technology, Wuhan, 430030, Hubei, China.
| |
Collapse
|
14
|
Ma Y, Ran D, Cao Y, Zhao H, Song R, Zou H, Gu J, Yuan Y, Bian J, Zhu J, Liu Z. The effect of P2X7 on cadmium-induced osteoporosis in mice. JOURNAL OF HAZARDOUS MATERIALS 2021; 405:124251. [PMID: 33168313 DOI: 10.1016/j.jhazmat.2020.124251] [Citation(s) in RCA: 16] [Impact Index Per Article: 5.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/12/2020] [Revised: 09/05/2020] [Accepted: 10/08/2020] [Indexed: 06/11/2023]
Abstract
Cadmium (Cd), an environmental pollutant, induces osteoporosis by directly destroying bone tissue, but its direct damaging effect on bone cells is not fully illustrated. Here, we treated mouse bone marrow stem cells (BMSC) and bone marrow macrophages (BMM) with Cd, and gave BALB/c mice Cd in water. Long-term Cd exposure significantly inhibited BMSC osteogenesis and osteoclast differentiation in vitro, and induced osteoporosis in vivo. Cd exposure also reduced P2X7 expression dramatically. However, P2X7 deletion significantly inhibited osteoblast and osteoclast differentiation; P2X7 overexpression obviously reduced the suppression effect of Cd on osteoblast and osteoclast differentiation. The suppression of P2X7-PI3K-AKT signaling aggravated the effect of Cd. In mice, short-term Cd exposure did not result in osteoporosis, but bone formation was inhibited, RANKL expression was increased, and osteoclasts were significantly increased in vivo. In vitro, short-term Cd exposure not only increased osteoclast numbers, but also promoted osteoclast adhesion function at late-stage osteoclast differentiation. Cd exposure also reduced P2X7 expression in vivo and in vitro. Our results demonstrate that short-term Cd exposure does not affect osteoblast and osteoclast apoptosis in vivo and in vitro, but long-term Cd exposure significantly increases bone tissue apoptosis. Overall, our results describe a novel mechanism for Cd-induced osteoporosis.
Collapse
Affiliation(s)
- Yonggang Ma
- College of Veterinary Medicine, Yangzhou University, Yangzhou, 225009 Jiangsu, PR China; Jiangsu Co-innovation Center for Prevention and Control of Important Animal Infectious Diseases and Zoonoses, Yangzhou, 225009 Jiangsu, PR China; Joint International Research Laboratory of Agriculture and Agri-Product Safety of the Ministry of Education of China, Yangzhou University, Yangzhou, 225009 Jiangsu, PR China
| | - Di Ran
- College of Veterinary Medicine, Yangzhou University, Yangzhou, 225009 Jiangsu, PR China; Jiangsu Co-innovation Center for Prevention and Control of Important Animal Infectious Diseases and Zoonoses, Yangzhou, 225009 Jiangsu, PR China
| | - Ying Cao
- College of Veterinary Medicine, Yangzhou University, Yangzhou, 225009 Jiangsu, PR China; Jiangsu Co-innovation Center for Prevention and Control of Important Animal Infectious Diseases and Zoonoses, Yangzhou, 225009 Jiangsu, PR China; Joint International Research Laboratory of Agriculture and Agri-Product Safety of the Ministry of Education of China, Yangzhou University, Yangzhou, 225009 Jiangsu, PR China
| | - Hongyan Zhao
- College of Veterinary Medicine, Yangzhou University, Yangzhou, 225009 Jiangsu, PR China; Jiangsu Co-innovation Center for Prevention and Control of Important Animal Infectious Diseases and Zoonoses, Yangzhou, 225009 Jiangsu, PR China; Joint International Research Laboratory of Agriculture and Agri-Product Safety of the Ministry of Education of China, Yangzhou University, Yangzhou, 225009 Jiangsu, PR China
| | - Ruilong Song
- College of Veterinary Medicine, Yangzhou University, Yangzhou, 225009 Jiangsu, PR China; Jiangsu Co-innovation Center for Prevention and Control of Important Animal Infectious Diseases and Zoonoses, Yangzhou, 225009 Jiangsu, PR China; Joint International Research Laboratory of Agriculture and Agri-Product Safety of the Ministry of Education of China, Yangzhou University, Yangzhou, 225009 Jiangsu, PR China
| | - Hui Zou
- College of Veterinary Medicine, Yangzhou University, Yangzhou, 225009 Jiangsu, PR China; Jiangsu Co-innovation Center for Prevention and Control of Important Animal Infectious Diseases and Zoonoses, Yangzhou, 225009 Jiangsu, PR China; Joint International Research Laboratory of Agriculture and Agri-Product Safety of the Ministry of Education of China, Yangzhou University, Yangzhou, 225009 Jiangsu, PR China
| | - Jianhong Gu
- College of Veterinary Medicine, Yangzhou University, Yangzhou, 225009 Jiangsu, PR China; Jiangsu Co-innovation Center for Prevention and Control of Important Animal Infectious Diseases and Zoonoses, Yangzhou, 225009 Jiangsu, PR China; Joint International Research Laboratory of Agriculture and Agri-Product Safety of the Ministry of Education of China, Yangzhou University, Yangzhou, 225009 Jiangsu, PR China
| | - Yan Yuan
- College of Veterinary Medicine, Yangzhou University, Yangzhou, 225009 Jiangsu, PR China; Jiangsu Co-innovation Center for Prevention and Control of Important Animal Infectious Diseases and Zoonoses, Yangzhou, 225009 Jiangsu, PR China; Joint International Research Laboratory of Agriculture and Agri-Product Safety of the Ministry of Education of China, Yangzhou University, Yangzhou, 225009 Jiangsu, PR China
| | - Jianchun Bian
- College of Veterinary Medicine, Yangzhou University, Yangzhou, 225009 Jiangsu, PR China; Jiangsu Co-innovation Center for Prevention and Control of Important Animal Infectious Diseases and Zoonoses, Yangzhou, 225009 Jiangsu, PR China; Joint International Research Laboratory of Agriculture and Agri-Product Safety of the Ministry of Education of China, Yangzhou University, Yangzhou, 225009 Jiangsu, PR China
| | - Jiaqiao Zhu
- College of Veterinary Medicine, Yangzhou University, Yangzhou, 225009 Jiangsu, PR China; Jiangsu Co-innovation Center for Prevention and Control of Important Animal Infectious Diseases and Zoonoses, Yangzhou, 225009 Jiangsu, PR China; Joint International Research Laboratory of Agriculture and Agri-Product Safety of the Ministry of Education of China, Yangzhou University, Yangzhou, 225009 Jiangsu, PR China.
| | - Zongping Liu
- College of Veterinary Medicine, Yangzhou University, Yangzhou, 225009 Jiangsu, PR China; Jiangsu Co-innovation Center for Prevention and Control of Important Animal Infectious Diseases and Zoonoses, Yangzhou, 225009 Jiangsu, PR China; Joint International Research Laboratory of Agriculture and Agri-Product Safety of the Ministry of Education of China, Yangzhou University, Yangzhou, 225009 Jiangsu, PR China.
| |
Collapse
|
15
|
Li W, Huang C, Ma T, Wang J, Liu W, Yan J, Sheng G, Zhang R, Wu H, Liu C. Low-frequency electromagnetic fields combined with tissue engineering techniques accelerate intervertebral fusion. Stem Cell Res Ther 2021; 12:143. [PMID: 33597006 PMCID: PMC7890873 DOI: 10.1186/s13287-021-02207-x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/21/2020] [Accepted: 02/02/2021] [Indexed: 12/26/2022] Open
Abstract
Background Intervertebral fusion is the most common surgery to treat lumbar degenerative disease (LDD). And the graft material used in the operation is derived from the iliac crest to promote fusion. However, autografts possess the fatal disadvantage of lack of source. Therefore, economical and practical bone substitutes are urgently needed to be developed. Sinusoidal electromagnetic fields (EMF) combined with tissue engineering techniques may be an appropriate way to promote intervertebral fusion. Methods In this research, porous scaffolds made of polycaprolactone (PCL) and nano-hydroxyapatite (nHA) were used as cell carriers. Then, the scaffolds loaded with bone marrow mesenchymal stem cells (BMSCs) were treated with sinusoidal electromagnetic field and the osteogenic capability of BMSCs was tested later. In addition, an intervertebral disc of the tail vertebra of the rat was removed to construct a spinal intervertebral fusion model with a cell-scaffold implanted. The intervertebral fusion was observed and analyzed by X-ray, micro-CT, and histological methods. Results BMSCs stimulated by EMF possess splendid osteogenic capability under an osteogenic medium (OM) in vitro. And the conditioned medium of BMSCs treated with EMF can further promote osteogenic differentiation of the primitive BMSCs. Mechanistically, EMF regulates BMSCs via BMP/Smad and mitogen-activated protein kinase (MAPK)-associated p38 signaling pathways. In vivo experiments revealed that the scaffold loaded with BMSCs stimulated by EMF accelerated intervertebral fusion successfully. Conclusion In summary, EMF accelerated intervertebral fusion by improving the osteogenic capacity of BMSCs seeded on scaffolds and might boost the paracrine function of BMSCs to promote osteogenic differentiation of the homing BMSCs at the injured site. EMF combined with tissue engineering techniques may become a new clinical treatment for LDD.
Collapse
Affiliation(s)
- Weigang Li
- Department of Orthopedics, Tongji Hospital, Tongji Medical College, Huazhong University of Science and Technology, Wuhan, 430030, Hubei, China
| | - Chunwei Huang
- Department of Thyroid and Breast Surgery, The Central Hospital of Wuhan, Tongji Medical College, Huazhong University of Science and Technology, Wuhan, 430030, Hubei, China
| | - Tian Ma
- Department of Orthopedics, Tongji Hospital, Tongji Medical College, Huazhong University of Science and Technology, Wuhan, 430030, Hubei, China
| | - Jiachen Wang
- Department of Hematology, Tongji Hospital, Tongji Medical College, Huazhong University of Science and Technology, Wuhan, 430030, Hubei, China
| | - Wenbin Liu
- Department of Orthopedics, Xiangya Hospital of Central South University, Changsha, 410008, Hunan, China
| | - Jiyuan Yan
- Department of Orthopedics, Tongji Hospital, Tongji Medical College, Huazhong University of Science and Technology, Wuhan, 430030, Hubei, China
| | - Gaohong Sheng
- Department of Orthopedics, Tongji Hospital, Tongji Medical College, Huazhong University of Science and Technology, Wuhan, 430030, Hubei, China
| | - Ruizhuo Zhang
- Department of Orthopedics, Tongji Hospital, Tongji Medical College, Huazhong University of Science and Technology, Wuhan, 430030, Hubei, China
| | - Hua Wu
- Department of Orthopedics, Tongji Hospital, Tongji Medical College, Huazhong University of Science and Technology, Wuhan, 430030, Hubei, China.
| | - Chaoxu Liu
- Department of Orthopedics, Tongji Hospital, Tongji Medical College, Huazhong University of Science and Technology, Wuhan, 430030, Hubei, China.
| |
Collapse
|
16
|
Ma Y, Ran D, Zhao H, Song R, Zou H, Gu J, Yuan Y, Bian J, Zhu J, Liu Z. Cadmium exposure triggers osteoporosis in duck via P2X7/PI3K/AKT-mediated osteoblast and osteoclast differentiation. THE SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT 2021; 750:141638. [PMID: 32858297 DOI: 10.1016/j.scitotenv.2020.141638] [Citation(s) in RCA: 50] [Impact Index Per Article: 16.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/29/2020] [Revised: 08/08/2020] [Accepted: 08/09/2020] [Indexed: 06/11/2023]
Abstract
Cadmium is a common environmental pollutant that accumulates in the bone and kidneys and causes severe health and social problems. However, the effects of Cd on the occurrence of osteoporosis and its mechanism of action in this process are unclear. To test whether Cd-induced osteoporosis is mediated via P2X7/PI3K/AKT signaling, duck bone marrow mesenchymal stem cells (BMSCs) and bone marrow macrophage cells (BMMs) were treated with Cd for 5 days, and duck embryos were treated with Cd. Micro-CT analysis indicated that Cd-induced osteoporosis occurs in vivo, and histopathology and immunohistochemical analyses also revealed that Cd induced bone damage and the downregulation of osteogenic and bone resorption-related proteins. Cd exposure significantly inhibited the differentiation of BMSCs and BMMs into osteoblasts and osteoclasts in vitro, and promoted osteoblast and osteoclast apoptosis. Cd exposure significantly downregulated the P2X7/PI3K/AKT signaling pathway in vivo and in vitro, and inhibition of this signaling pathway significantly aggravated osteoblast and osteoclast differentiation. Cd exposure also upregulated the OPG/RANKL ratio in vivo and in vitro, further inhibiting osteoclast differentiation. These results demonstrate that Cd causes osteoporosis in duck by inhibiting P2X7/PI3K/AKT signaling and increasing the OPG/RANKL ratio. These results establish a previously unknown mechanism of Cd-induced osteoporosis.
Collapse
Affiliation(s)
- Yonggang Ma
- College of Veterinary Medicine, Yangzhou University, Yangzhou, Jiangsu 225009, PR China; Jiangsu Co-innovation Center for Prevention and Control of Important Animal Infectious Diseases and Zoonoses, Yangzhou, Jiangsu 225009, PR China; Joint International Research Laboratory of Agriculture and Agri-Product Safety of the Ministry of Education of China, Yangzhou University, Yangzhou, Jiangsu 225009, PR China
| | - Di Ran
- College of Veterinary Medicine, Yangzhou University, Yangzhou, Jiangsu 225009, PR China; Jiangsu Co-innovation Center for Prevention and Control of Important Animal Infectious Diseases and Zoonoses, Yangzhou, Jiangsu 225009, PR China; Joint International Research Laboratory of Agriculture and Agri-Product Safety of the Ministry of Education of China, Yangzhou University, Yangzhou, Jiangsu 225009, PR China
| | - Hongyan Zhao
- College of Veterinary Medicine, Yangzhou University, Yangzhou, Jiangsu 225009, PR China; Jiangsu Co-innovation Center for Prevention and Control of Important Animal Infectious Diseases and Zoonoses, Yangzhou, Jiangsu 225009, PR China; Joint International Research Laboratory of Agriculture and Agri-Product Safety of the Ministry of Education of China, Yangzhou University, Yangzhou, Jiangsu 225009, PR China
| | - Ruilong Song
- College of Veterinary Medicine, Yangzhou University, Yangzhou, Jiangsu 225009, PR China; Jiangsu Co-innovation Center for Prevention and Control of Important Animal Infectious Diseases and Zoonoses, Yangzhou, Jiangsu 225009, PR China; Joint International Research Laboratory of Agriculture and Agri-Product Safety of the Ministry of Education of China, Yangzhou University, Yangzhou, Jiangsu 225009, PR China
| | - Hui Zou
- College of Veterinary Medicine, Yangzhou University, Yangzhou, Jiangsu 225009, PR China; Jiangsu Co-innovation Center for Prevention and Control of Important Animal Infectious Diseases and Zoonoses, Yangzhou, Jiangsu 225009, PR China; Joint International Research Laboratory of Agriculture and Agri-Product Safety of the Ministry of Education of China, Yangzhou University, Yangzhou, Jiangsu 225009, PR China
| | - Jianhong Gu
- College of Veterinary Medicine, Yangzhou University, Yangzhou, Jiangsu 225009, PR China; Jiangsu Co-innovation Center for Prevention and Control of Important Animal Infectious Diseases and Zoonoses, Yangzhou, Jiangsu 225009, PR China; Joint International Research Laboratory of Agriculture and Agri-Product Safety of the Ministry of Education of China, Yangzhou University, Yangzhou, Jiangsu 225009, PR China
| | - Yan Yuan
- College of Veterinary Medicine, Yangzhou University, Yangzhou, Jiangsu 225009, PR China; Jiangsu Co-innovation Center for Prevention and Control of Important Animal Infectious Diseases and Zoonoses, Yangzhou, Jiangsu 225009, PR China; Joint International Research Laboratory of Agriculture and Agri-Product Safety of the Ministry of Education of China, Yangzhou University, Yangzhou, Jiangsu 225009, PR China
| | - Jianchun Bian
- College of Veterinary Medicine, Yangzhou University, Yangzhou, Jiangsu 225009, PR China; Jiangsu Co-innovation Center for Prevention and Control of Important Animal Infectious Diseases and Zoonoses, Yangzhou, Jiangsu 225009, PR China; Joint International Research Laboratory of Agriculture and Agri-Product Safety of the Ministry of Education of China, Yangzhou University, Yangzhou, Jiangsu 225009, PR China
| | - Jiaqiao Zhu
- College of Veterinary Medicine, Yangzhou University, Yangzhou, Jiangsu 225009, PR China; Jiangsu Co-innovation Center for Prevention and Control of Important Animal Infectious Diseases and Zoonoses, Yangzhou, Jiangsu 225009, PR China; Joint International Research Laboratory of Agriculture and Agri-Product Safety of the Ministry of Education of China, Yangzhou University, Yangzhou, Jiangsu 225009, PR China.
| | - Zongping Liu
- College of Veterinary Medicine, Yangzhou University, Yangzhou, Jiangsu 225009, PR China; Jiangsu Co-innovation Center for Prevention and Control of Important Animal Infectious Diseases and Zoonoses, Yangzhou, Jiangsu 225009, PR China; Joint International Research Laboratory of Agriculture and Agri-Product Safety of the Ministry of Education of China, Yangzhou University, Yangzhou, Jiangsu 225009, PR China.
| |
Collapse
|
17
|
Zhao Q, Sun P, Qin S, Liu J. Acylglycerol kinase promotes the stemness of nasopharyngeal carcinoma cells by promoting β-catenin translocation to the nucleus through activating PI3K/Akt pathway. ENVIRONMENTAL TOXICOLOGY 2020; 35:1299-1307. [PMID: 32652857 DOI: 10.1002/tox.22994] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/08/2020] [Revised: 05/25/2020] [Accepted: 06/14/2020] [Indexed: 06/11/2023]
Abstract
Recent evidences show that acylglycerol kinase (AGK) expression is related to the occurrence and development of various human cancers. However, its roles in nasopharyngeal carcinoma (NPC) progression are still unclear. This work aims to explore the roles of AGK in NPC cell stemness. It was shown that AGK expression was higher in NPC tissues compared to the adjacent tissues. Online dataset analysis revealed that AGK expression was negatively correlated with the overall survival of NPC patients. Gain and loss of functional experiments demonstrated that AGK positively regulated the stemness of NPC cells, as evident by the change of the tumor sphere-formation ability, ALDH1 activity and expression of stemness critical regulators. KEGG analysis were performed to determine the potential pathways of AGK involved in NPC cell stemness and showed that the PI3K/Akt pathway exhibited the most correlation with AGK expression. Further mechanistic studies confirmed that AGK promoted the stemness of NPC cells through activating the PI3K/Akt pathway, and thus enhancing β-catenin accumulation in nucleus. This study demonstrates a novel AGK/PI3K/Akt/β-catenin axis involving in NPC cell stemness.
Collapse
Affiliation(s)
- Qi Zhao
- Department of Radiation Oncology, The First Affiliated Hospital of Soochow University, Suzhou City, Jiangsu Province, China
| | - Peng Sun
- Department of Otolaryngology, The First Affiliated Hospital of Soochow University, Suzhou City, Jiangsu Province, China
| | - Songbing Qin
- Department of Radiation Oncology, The First Affiliated Hospital of Soochow University, Suzhou City, Jiangsu Province, China
| | - Jisheng Liu
- Department of Otolaryngology, The First Affiliated Hospital of Soochow University, Suzhou City, Jiangsu Province, China
| |
Collapse
|
18
|
Lu J, Zhou Z, Ma J, Lu N, Lei Z, Du D, Chen A. Tumour necrosis factor-α promotes BMHSC differentiation by increasing P2X7 receptor in oestrogen-deficient osteoporosis. J Cell Mol Med 2020; 24:14316-14324. [PMID: 33169524 PMCID: PMC7753841 DOI: 10.1111/jcmm.16048] [Citation(s) in RCA: 9] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/15/2020] [Revised: 10/05/2020] [Accepted: 10/13/2020] [Indexed: 12/13/2022] Open
Abstract
The exact mechanism of tumour necrosis factor α (TNF‐α) promoting osteoclast differentiation is not completely clear. A variety of P2 purine receptor subtypes have been confirmed to be widely involved in bone metabolism. Thus, the purpose of this study was to explore whether P2 receptor is involved in the differentiation of osteoclasts. Mouse bone marrow haematopoietic stem cells (BMHSCs) were co‐cultured with TNF‐α to explore the effect of TNF‐α on osteoclast differentiation and bone resorption capacity in vitro, and changes in the P2 receptor were detected at the same time. The P2 receptor was silenced and overexpressed to explore the effect on differentiation of BMHSCs into osteoclasts. In an in vivo experiment, the animal model of PMOP was established in ovariectomized mice, and anti‐TNF‐α intervention was used to detect the ability of BMHCs to differentiate into osteoclasts as well as the expression of the P2 receptor. It was confirmed in vitro that TNF‐α at a concentration of 20 ng/mL up‐regulated the P2X7 receptor of BMHSCs through the PI3k/Akt signalling pathway, promoted BMHSCs to differentiate into a large number of osteoclasts and enhanced bone resorption. In vivo experiments showed that more P2X7 receptor positive osteoclasts were produced in postmenopausal osteoporotic mice. Anti‐TNF‐α could significantly delay the progression of PMOP by inhibiting the production of osteoclasts. Overall, our results revealed a novel function of the P2X7 receptor and suggested that suppressing the P2X7 receptor may be an effective strategy to delay bone formation in oestrogen deficiency‐induced osteoporosis.
Collapse
Affiliation(s)
- Jiajia Lu
- Department of Orthopedic Trauma Surgery, Shanghai Changzheng Hospital, Shanghai, China
| | - Zhibin Zhou
- Department of Orthopaedics, General Hospital of Northern Theater Command, Shenyang, China
| | - Jun Ma
- Department of Orthopedic Trauma Surgery, Shanghai Changzheng Hospital, Shanghai, China
| | - Nan Lu
- Department of Orthopedic Trauma Surgery, Shanghai Changzheng Hospital, Shanghai, China
| | - Zhu Lei
- Department of Orthopedic Trauma Surgery, Shanghai Changzheng Hospital, Shanghai, China
| | - Di Du
- Department of Orthopedic Trauma Surgery, Shanghai Changzheng Hospital, Shanghai, China
| | - Aimin Chen
- Department of Orthopedic Trauma Surgery, Shanghai Changzheng Hospital, Shanghai, China
| |
Collapse
|
19
|
Cheng Q, Zeng K, Kang Q, Qian W, Zhang W, Gan Q, Xia W. The Antimicrobial Peptide LL-37 Promotes Migration and Odonto/Osteogenic Differentiation of Stem Cells from the Apical Papilla through the Akt/Wnt/β-catenin Signaling Pathway. J Endod 2020; 46:964-972. [DOI: 10.1016/j.joen.2020.03.013] [Citation(s) in RCA: 9] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/15/2019] [Revised: 02/22/2020] [Accepted: 03/10/2020] [Indexed: 12/12/2022]
|