1
|
Wang Y, Wei Y, Huang J, Li X, You D, Wang L, Ma X. Prognostic value of matrix metalloproteinase-2 protein and matrix metalloproteinase-9 protein in colorectal cancer: a meta-analysis. BMC Cancer 2024; 24:1065. [PMID: 39210344 PMCID: PMC11360742 DOI: 10.1186/s12885-024-12775-9] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/23/2024] [Accepted: 08/06/2024] [Indexed: 09/04/2024] Open
Abstract
INTRODUCTION Matrix metalloproteinase-2 (MMP-2) and matrix metalloproteinase-9 (MMP-9) are critical components of the extracellular matrix (ECM) in colorectal cancer (CRC). We aimed to evaluate the prognostic value of MMP-2 and MMP-9 in patients with CRC. METHODS We performed a meta-analysis of cohort studies with available data on the effect of MMP-2 and MMP-9 expression on both disease-free survival (DFS) and overall survival (OS) by the risk ratios (RRs) with their 95% confidence intervals (CIs). Studies were subgrouped based on the different tissue types, including cancer tissue and normal tissue, and the subgroup effect of MMP expression in different tissues was analyzed through meta-regression. To ensure the quality and reduce the risk of bias, the Newcastle‒Ottawa Scale (NOS) was used to assess the included studies. A sensitivity analysis was randomly performed to assess the potential impact of each study on our results. RESULTS Eighteen trials were selected (Table 1) and included a total of 3944 patients. According to our primary meta-analysis, the expression of MMP-2 was significantly associated with a decrease in OS (RR = 1.75, 95% CI = 1.34 to 2.29, P < 0.001) and DFS (RR = 2.62, 95% CI = 1.25 to 5.49, P < 0.001), and the expression of MMP-9 was not significantly associated with a decrease in OS (RR = 1.48, 95% CI = 0.97 to 2.24, P = 0.069) or DFS (RR = 1.60, 95% CI = 0.87 to 2.94, P = 0.133). According to the subgroup analysis of MMPs in different tissues, high MMP-2 expression in cancer tissue (RR = 1.90, 95% CI = 1.29 to 2.79) and normal tissue (RR = 1.59, 95% CI = 1.17 to 2.17) were significant indicators of poor OS. High MMP-2 expression in cancer tissue was significant indicator of poor DFS (RR = 2.12, 95% CI = 1.09 to 4.11). MMP-9 expression was also associated with poor OS (RR = 1.40, 95% CI = 0.85 to 2.29), but the difference in OS between the high and low expression groups was not statistically significant. CONCLUSIONS High MMP-2 expression, especially in cancer tissue, is significantly associated with both poor DFS and poor OS in patients with CRC. High MMP-9 expression tended to indicate a poor prognosis of CRC but the correlation was not significant.
Collapse
Affiliation(s)
- Yusha Wang
- Department of Biotherapy, Cancer Center, State Key Laboratory of Biotherapy, West China Hospital, Sichuan University, Chengdu, Sichuan, China
- Lung Cancer Center, West China Hospital, Sichuan University, Chengdu, Sichuan, China
| | - Yuhao Wei
- Department of Biotherapy, Cancer Center, State Key Laboratory of Biotherapy, West China Hospital, Sichuan University, Chengdu, Sichuan, China
| | - Jing Huang
- Department of Medical Ultrasound, West China Hospital of Sichuan University, 37 Guoxue Lane, Wuhou District, Chengdu, Sichuan, 610041, China
| | - Xinke Li
- West China Clinical Medical College of Sichuan University, Chengdu, Sichuan, China
| | - Diqing You
- Department of Hematology, School of Medicine UESTC, Sichuan Academy of Medical Sciences & Sichuan Provincial People's Hospital, Chengdu, Sichuan, China
| | - Li Wang
- Lung Cancer Center, West China Hospital, Sichuan University, Chengdu, Sichuan, China.
| | - Xuelei Ma
- Department of Biotherapy, Cancer Center, State Key Laboratory of Biotherapy, West China Hospital, Sichuan University, Chengdu, Sichuan, China.
| |
Collapse
|
2
|
Vasishta S, Ammankallu S, Umakanth S, Keshava Prasad TS, Joshi MB. DNA methyltransferase isoforms regulate endothelial cell exosome proteome composition. Biochimie 2024; 223:98-115. [PMID: 38735570 DOI: 10.1016/j.biochi.2024.05.010] [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: 12/30/2023] [Revised: 03/31/2024] [Accepted: 05/06/2024] [Indexed: 05/14/2024]
Abstract
Extrinsic and intrinsic pathological stimuli in vascular disorders induce DNA methylation based epigenetic reprogramming in endothelial cells, which leads to perturbed gene expression and subsequently results in endothelial dysfunction (ED). ED is also characterized by release of exosomes with altered proteome leading to paracrine interactions in vasculature and subsequently contributing to manifestation, progression and severity of vascular complications. However, epigenetic regulation of exosome proteome is not known. Hence, our present study aimed to understand influence of DNA methylation on exosome proteome composition and their influence on endothelial cell (EC) function. DNMT isoforms (DNMT1, DNMT3A, and DNMT3B) were overexpressed using lentivirus in ECs. Exosomes were isolated and characterized from ECs overexpressing DNMT isoforms and C57BL/6 mice plasma treated with 5-aza-2'-deoxycytidine. 3D spheroid assay was performed to understand the influence of exosomes derived from cells overexpressing DNMTs on EC functions. Further, the exosomes were subjected to TMT labelled proteomics analysis followed by validation. 3D spheroid assay showed increase in the pro-angiogenic activity in response to exosomes derived from DNMT overexpressing cells which was impeded by inclusion of 5-aza-2'-deoxycytidine. Our results showed that exosome proteome and PTMs were significantly modulated and were associated with dysregulation of vascular homeostasis, metabolism, inflammation and endothelial cell functions. In vitro and in vivo validation showed elevated DNMT1 and TGF-β1 exosome proteins due to DNMT1 and DNMT3A overexpression, but not DNMT3B which was mitigated by 5-aza-2'-deoxycytidine indicating epigenetic regulation. Further, exosomes induced ED as evidenced by reduced expression of phospho-eNOSser1177. Our study unveils epigenetically regulated exosome proteins, aiding management of vascular complications.
Collapse
Affiliation(s)
- Sampara Vasishta
- Department of Ageing Research, Manipal School of Life Sciences, Manipal Academy of Higher Education, Manipal, 576104, Karnataka, India
| | - Shruthi Ammankallu
- Center for Systems Biology and Molecular Medicine, Yenepoya Research Centre, Yenepoya (Deemed to Be University), Mangalore, 575020, Karnataka, India
| | | | | | - Manjunath B Joshi
- Department of Ageing Research, Manipal School of Life Sciences, Manipal Academy of Higher Education, Manipal, 576104, Karnataka, India.
| |
Collapse
|
3
|
Golombek S, Doll I, Kaufmann L, Lescan M, Schlensak C, Avci-Adali M. A Novel Strategy for the Treatment of Aneurysms: Inhibition of MMP-9 Activity through the Delivery of TIMP-1 Encoding Synthetic mRNA into Arteries. Int J Mol Sci 2024; 25:6599. [PMID: 38928311 PMCID: PMC11203431 DOI: 10.3390/ijms25126599] [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: 05/08/2024] [Revised: 06/09/2024] [Accepted: 06/12/2024] [Indexed: 06/28/2024] Open
Abstract
Aneurysms pose life-threatening risks due to the dilatation of the arteries and carry a high risk of rupture. Despite continuous research efforts, there are still no satisfactory or clinically effective pharmaceutical treatments for this condition. Accelerated inflammatory processes during aneurysm development lead to increased levels of matrix metalloproteinases (MMPs) and destabilization of the vessel wall through the degradation of the structural components of the extracellular matrix (ECM), mainly collagen and elastin. Tissue inhibitors of metalloproteinases (TIMPs) directly regulate MMP activity and consequently inhibit ECM proteolysis. In this work, the synthesis of TIMP-1 protein was increased by the exogenous delivery of synthetic TIMP-1 encoding mRNA into aortic vessel tissue in an attempt to inhibit MMP-9. In vitro, TIMP-1 mRNA transfection resulted in significantly increased TIMP-1 protein expression in various cells. The functionality of the expressed protein was evaluated in an appropriate ex vivo aortic vessel model. Decreased MMP-9 activity was detected using in situ zymography 24 h and 48 h post microinjection of 5 µg TIMP-1 mRNA into the aortic vessel wall. These results suggest that TIMP-1 mRNA administration is a promising approach for the treatment of aneurysms.
Collapse
Affiliation(s)
| | | | | | | | | | - Meltem Avci-Adali
- Department of Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgery, University Hospital Tuebingen, Calwerstraße 7/1, 72076 Tuebingen, Germany
| |
Collapse
|
4
|
Wang X, Zheng W, Zhu Z, Xing B, Yan W, Zhu K, Xiao L, Yang C, Wei M, Yang L, Jin ZB, Bi X, Zhang C. Timp1 Deletion Induces Anxiety-like Behavior in Mice. Neurosci Bull 2024; 40:732-742. [PMID: 38113013 PMCID: PMC11178759 DOI: 10.1007/s12264-023-01163-1] [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: 04/18/2023] [Accepted: 08/25/2023] [Indexed: 12/21/2023] Open
Abstract
The hippocampus is essential for learning and memory, but it also plays an important role in regulating emotional behavior, as hippocampal excitability and plasticity affect anxiety and fear. Brain synaptic plasticity may be regulated by tissue inhibitor of matrix metalloproteinase 1 (TIMP1), a known protein inhibitor of extracellular matrix (ECM), and the expression of TIMP1 in the hippocampus can be induced by neuronal excitation and various stimuli. However, the involvement of Timp1 in fear learning, anxiety, and hippocampal synaptic function remains to be established. Our study of Timp1 function in vivo revealed that Timp1 knockout mice exhibit anxiety-like behavior but normal fear learning. Electrophysiological results suggested that Timp1 knockout mice showed hyperactivity in the ventral CA1 region, but the basic synaptic transmission and plasticity were normal in the Schaffer collateral pathway. Taken together, our results suggest that deletion of Timp1 in vivo leads to the occurrence of anxiety behaviors, but that Timp1 is not crucial for fear learning.
Collapse
Affiliation(s)
- Xiaotong Wang
- State Key Laboratory of Neurology and Oncology Drug Development, Nanjing, 210000, China
- School of Basic Medical Sciences, Beijing Key Laboratory of Neural Regeneration and Repair, Advanced Innovation Center for Human Brain Protection, Beijing Laboratory of Oral Health, Capital Medical University, Beijing, 100069, China
| | - Wei Zheng
- State Key Laboratory of Neurology and Oncology Drug Development, Nanjing, 210000, China
- School of Basic Medical Sciences, Beijing Key Laboratory of Neural Regeneration and Repair, Advanced Innovation Center for Human Brain Protection, Beijing Laboratory of Oral Health, Capital Medical University, Beijing, 100069, China
| | - Ziyi Zhu
- State Key Laboratory of Neurology and Oncology Drug Development, Nanjing, 210000, China
- School of Basic Medical Sciences, Beijing Key Laboratory of Neural Regeneration and Repair, Advanced Innovation Center for Human Brain Protection, Beijing Laboratory of Oral Health, Capital Medical University, Beijing, 100069, China
| | - Biyu Xing
- School of Basic Medical Sciences, Wenzhou Medical University, Wenzhou, 325035, China
| | - Weijie Yan
- School of Basic Medical Sciences, Beijing Key Laboratory of Neural Regeneration and Repair, Advanced Innovation Center for Human Brain Protection, Beijing Laboratory of Oral Health, Capital Medical University, Beijing, 100069, China
| | - Ke Zhu
- State Key Laboratory of Neurology and Oncology Drug Development, Nanjing, 210000, China
- School of Basic Medical Sciences, Beijing Key Laboratory of Neural Regeneration and Repair, Advanced Innovation Center for Human Brain Protection, Beijing Laboratory of Oral Health, Capital Medical University, Beijing, 100069, China
| | - Lingli Xiao
- School of Basic Medical Sciences, Wenzhou Medical University, Wenzhou, 325035, China
| | - Chaojuan Yang
- Key Laboratory for Biomechanics and Mechanobiology of the Ministry of Education, Beijing Advanced Innovation Center for Biomedical Engineering, School of Engineering Medicine, Beihang University, Beijing, 100191, China
| | - Mengping Wei
- State Key Laboratory of Neurology and Oncology Drug Development, Nanjing, 210000, China
- School of Basic Medical Sciences, Beijing Key Laboratory of Neural Regeneration and Repair, Advanced Innovation Center for Human Brain Protection, Beijing Laboratory of Oral Health, Capital Medical University, Beijing, 100069, China
| | - Lei Yang
- State Key Laboratory of Neurology and Oncology Drug Development, Nanjing, 210000, China
- School of Basic Medical Sciences, Beijing Key Laboratory of Neural Regeneration and Repair, Advanced Innovation Center for Human Brain Protection, Beijing Laboratory of Oral Health, Capital Medical University, Beijing, 100069, China
| | - Zi-Bing Jin
- School of Basic Medical Sciences, Wenzhou Medical University, Wenzhou, 325035, China.
- Beijing Institute of Ophthalmology, Beijing Tongren Eye Center, Beijing Tongren Hospital, Capital Medical University, Beijing, 100005, China.
| | - Xueyun Bi
- State Key Laboratory of Neurology and Oncology Drug Development, Nanjing, 210000, China.
- School of Basic Medical Sciences, Beijing Key Laboratory of Neural Regeneration and Repair, Advanced Innovation Center for Human Brain Protection, Beijing Laboratory of Oral Health, Capital Medical University, Beijing, 100069, China.
| | - Chen Zhang
- State Key Laboratory of Neurology and Oncology Drug Development, Nanjing, 210000, China.
- School of Basic Medical Sciences, Beijing Key Laboratory of Neural Regeneration and Repair, Advanced Innovation Center for Human Brain Protection, Beijing Laboratory of Oral Health, Capital Medical University, Beijing, 100069, China.
- Chinese Institute for Brain Research, Beijing, 102206, China.
| |
Collapse
|
5
|
Rodrigues DB, Moreira HR, Jarnalo M, Horta R, Marques AP, Reis RL, Pirraco RP. Generation of 3D melanoma models using an assembloid-based approach. Acta Biomater 2024; 178:93-110. [PMID: 38382833 DOI: 10.1016/j.actbio.2024.02.023] [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: 07/25/2023] [Revised: 01/31/2024] [Accepted: 02/13/2024] [Indexed: 02/23/2024]
Abstract
While 3D tumor models have greatly evolved over the past years, there is still a strong requirement for more biosimilar models which are capable of recapitulating cellular crosstalk within the tumor microenvironment while equally displaying representative levels of tumor aggressiveness and invasion. Herein, we disclose an assembloid melanoma model based on the fusion of individual stromal multicellular spheroids (MCSs). In contrast to more traditional tumor models, we show that it is possible to develop self-organizing, heterotypic melanoma models where tumor cells present stem-cell like features like up-regulated pluripotency master regulators SOX2, POU5F1 and NANOG. Additionally, these assembloids display high levels of invasiveness while embedded in 3D matrices as evidenced by stromal cell promotion of melanoma cell invasion via metalloproteinase production. Furthermore, sensitivity to anticancer drug doxorubicin was demonstrated for the melanoma assembloid model. These findings suggest that melanoma assembloids may play a significant role in the field of 3D cancer models as they more closely mimic the tumor microenvironment when compared to more traditional MCSs, opening the doors to a better understanding of the role of tumor microenvironment in supporting tumor progression. STATEMENT OF SIGNIFICANCE: The development of complex 3D tumor models that better recapitulate the tumor microenvironment is crucial for both an improved comprehension of intercellular crosstalk and for more efficient drug screening. We have herein developed a self-organizing heterotypic assembloid-based melanoma model capable of closely mimicking the tumor microenvironment. Key features recapitulated were the preservation of cancer cell stemness, sensitivity to anti-cancer agents and tumor cell invasion promoted by stromal cells. The approach of pre-establishing distinct stromal domains for subsequent combination into more complex tumor constructs provides a route for developing superior tumor models with a higher degree of similarity to native cancer tissues.
Collapse
Affiliation(s)
- Daniel B Rodrigues
- 3B's Research Group, I3Bs - Research Institute on Biomaterials, Biodegradables and Biomimetics, University of Minho, Headquarters of the European Institute of Excellence on Tissue Engineering and Regenerative Medicine, AvePark, Parque de Ciência e Tecnologia, Zona Industrial da Gandra, 4805-017 Barco, Guimarães, Portugal; ICVS/3B's - PT Government Associate Laboratory, Braga, Guimarães 4805-017, Portugal
| | - Helena R Moreira
- 3B's Research Group, I3Bs - Research Institute on Biomaterials, Biodegradables and Biomimetics, University of Minho, Headquarters of the European Institute of Excellence on Tissue Engineering and Regenerative Medicine, AvePark, Parque de Ciência e Tecnologia, Zona Industrial da Gandra, 4805-017 Barco, Guimarães, Portugal; ICVS/3B's - PT Government Associate Laboratory, Braga, Guimarães 4805-017, Portugal
| | - Mariana Jarnalo
- Department of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, and Burn Unity, Centro Hospitalar de São João, Porto, Portugal; Faculty of Medicine - University of Porto, Portugal
| | - Ricardo Horta
- Department of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, and Burn Unity, Centro Hospitalar de São João, Porto, Portugal; Faculty of Medicine - University of Porto, Portugal
| | - Alexandra P Marques
- 3B's Research Group, I3Bs - Research Institute on Biomaterials, Biodegradables and Biomimetics, University of Minho, Headquarters of the European Institute of Excellence on Tissue Engineering and Regenerative Medicine, AvePark, Parque de Ciência e Tecnologia, Zona Industrial da Gandra, 4805-017 Barco, Guimarães, Portugal; ICVS/3B's - PT Government Associate Laboratory, Braga, Guimarães 4805-017, Portugal
| | - Rui L Reis
- 3B's Research Group, I3Bs - Research Institute on Biomaterials, Biodegradables and Biomimetics, University of Minho, Headquarters of the European Institute of Excellence on Tissue Engineering and Regenerative Medicine, AvePark, Parque de Ciência e Tecnologia, Zona Industrial da Gandra, 4805-017 Barco, Guimarães, Portugal; ICVS/3B's - PT Government Associate Laboratory, Braga, Guimarães 4805-017, Portugal
| | - Rogério P Pirraco
- 3B's Research Group, I3Bs - Research Institute on Biomaterials, Biodegradables and Biomimetics, University of Minho, Headquarters of the European Institute of Excellence on Tissue Engineering and Regenerative Medicine, AvePark, Parque de Ciência e Tecnologia, Zona Industrial da Gandra, 4805-017 Barco, Guimarães, Portugal; ICVS/3B's - PT Government Associate Laboratory, Braga, Guimarães 4805-017, Portugal.
| |
Collapse
|
6
|
Negrin LL, Carlin GL, Ristl R, Hajdu S. Serum levels of matrix metalloproteinases 1, 2, and 7, and their tissue inhibitors 1, 2, 3, and 4 in polytraumatized patients: Time trajectories, correlations, and their ability to predict mortality. PLoS One 2024; 19:e0300258. [PMID: 38457458 PMCID: PMC10923431 DOI: 10.1371/journal.pone.0300258] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/29/2023] [Accepted: 02/23/2024] [Indexed: 03/10/2024] Open
Abstract
There has been limited research on assessing metalloproteinases (MMPs) 1, 2, and 7, as well as their tissue inhibitors (TIMPs) 1, 2, 3, and 4 in the context of polytrauma. These proteins play crucial roles in various physiological and pathological processes and could be a reliable tool in polytrauma care. We aimed to determine their clinical relevance. We assessed 24 blunt polytrauma survivors and 12 fatalities (mean age, 44.2 years, mean ISS, 45) who were directly admitted to our Level I trauma center and spent at least one night in the intensive care unit. We measured serum levels of the selected proteins on admission (day 0) and days 1, 3, 5, 7, and 10. The serum levels of the seven proteins varied considerably among individuals, resulting in similar median trend curves for TIMP1 and TIMP4 and for MMP1, MMP2, TIMP2, and TIMP3. We also found a significant interrelationship between the MMP2, TIMP2, and TIMP3 levels at the same measurement points. Furthermore, we calculated significant cross-correlations between MMP7 and MMP1, TIMP1 and MMP7, TIMP3 and MMP1, TIMP3 and MMP2, and TIMP4 and TIMP3 and an almost significant correlation between MMP7 and TIMP1 for a two-day-lag. The autocorrelation coefficient reached statistical significance for MMP1 and TIMP3. Finally, lower TIMP1 serum levels were associated with in-hospital mortality upon admission. The causal effects and interrelationships between selected proteins might provide new insights into the interactions of MMPs and TIMPs. Identifying the underlying causes might help develop personalized therapies for patients with multiple injuries. Administering recombinant TIMP1 or increasing endogenous production could improve outcomes for those with multiple injuries. However, before justifying further investigations into basic research and clinical relevance, our findings must be validated in a multicenter study using independent cohorts to account for clinical and biological variability.
Collapse
Affiliation(s)
- Lukas L. Negrin
- University Department of Orthopedics and Trauma Surgery, Medical University of Vienna, Vienna, Austria
| | - Greta L. Carlin
- University Department of Orthopedics and Trauma Surgery, Medical University of Vienna, Vienna, Austria
- University Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Medical University of Vienna, Vienna, Austria
| | - Robin Ristl
- Center for Medical Statistics, Informatics and Intelligent Systems, Medical University of Vienna, Vienna, Austria
| | - Stefan Hajdu
- University Department of Orthopedics and Trauma Surgery, Medical University of Vienna, Vienna, Austria
| |
Collapse
|
7
|
Nielsen SDH, Sahebekhtiari N, Huang Z, Young JF, Rasmussen MK. Comparison of secreted miRNAs and proteins during proliferation and differentiation of bovine satellite cells in culture implies potential roles in regulating myogenesis. Gene 2024; 894:147979. [PMID: 37952749 DOI: 10.1016/j.gene.2023.147979] [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: 09/01/2023] [Revised: 11/01/2023] [Accepted: 11/08/2023] [Indexed: 11/14/2023]
Abstract
Cultivated meat is an emerging new technology to produce sustainable meat for the future. The common approach for cultivated meat, is the isolation of satellite cells from donor animals, followed by in vitro proliferation and differentiation into primitive muscle fibers. The transformation of satellite cells into myofibers is tightly orchestrated by intra-cellular signaling, while the inter-cellular signaling is less well understood. Thus, the current study was conducted to map the secretion of potential signaling molecules (MicroRNAs and proteins) during proliferation and differentiation. Primary cultures of satellite cells were grown to 50% and 80% confluence, representing the proliferative phase or serum-starved for 1 and 3 days to induce differentiation. Post incubation in FBS-free media, the media were collected and analyzed for miRNA and protein content using gene-arrays and LC-MS/MS, respectively. When comparing the miRNA secretome at 50% and 80% confluence, we observed four differentially expressed miRNA, while only five were differentially expressed when comparing Day 1 to Day 3. A subsequent in silico analysis suggested that pathways of importance for myogenesis, e.g., MAPK and AMPK signaling, could be regulated by the secreted miRNAs. In addition, >300 proteins were secreted, including insulin-like growth factor 1 binding proteins 2, 3, 4, 5 and 6. In conclusion, this study demonstrated differential secretion of several miRNAs and proteins during both proliferation and differentiation of bovine satellite cells in vitro.
Collapse
Affiliation(s)
| | - Navid Sahebekhtiari
- Department of Food Science, Aarhus University, Agro Food Park 48, 8200 Aarhus N, Denmark
| | - Ziyu Huang
- Department of Food Science, Aarhus University, Agro Food Park 48, 8200 Aarhus N, Denmark
| | - Jette Feveile Young
- Department of Food Science, Aarhus University, Agro Food Park 48, 8200 Aarhus N, Denmark
| | | |
Collapse
|
8
|
Yang CL, Song R, Hu JW, Huang JT, Li NN, Ni HH, Li YK, Zhang J, Lu Z, Zhou M, Wang JD, Li MJ, Zhan GH, Peng T, Yu HP, Qi LN, Wang QY, Xiang BD. Integrating single-cell and bulk RNA sequencing reveals CK19 + cancer stem cells and their specific SPP1 + tumor-associated macrophage niche in HBV-related hepatocellular carcinoma. Hepatol Int 2024; 18:73-90. [PMID: 38159218 DOI: 10.1007/s12072-023-10615-9] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/17/2023] [Accepted: 11/05/2023] [Indexed: 01/03/2024]
Abstract
PURPOSE Cytokeratin 19-positive cancer stem cells (CK19 + CSCs) and their tumor-associated macrophages (TAMs) have not been fully explored yet in the hepatitis B virus (HBV)-related hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC). EXPERIMENTAL DESIGN Single-cell RNA sequencing was performed on the viable cells obtained from 11 treatment-naïve HBV-associated HCC patients, including 8 CK19 + patients, to elucidate their transcriptomic landscape, CK19 + CSC heterogeneity, and immune microenvironment. Two in-house primary HCC cohorts (96 cases-related HBV and 89 cases with recurrence), TCGA external cohort, and in vitro and in vivo experiments were used to validate the results. RESULTS A total of 64,581 single cells derived from the human HCC and adjacent normal tissues were sequenced, and 11 cell types were identified. The result showed that CK19 + CSCs were phenotypically and transcriptionally heterogeneous, co-expressed multiple hepatics CSC markers, and were positively correlated with worse prognosis. Moreover, the SPP1 + TAMs (TAM_SPP1) with strong M2-like features and worse prognosis were specifically enriched in the CK19 + HCC and promoted tumor invasion and metastasis by activating angiogenesis. Importantly, matrix metalloproteinase 9 (MMP9) derived from TAM_SPP1, as the hub gene of CK19 + HCC, was activated by the VEGFA signal. CONCLUSIONS This study revealed the heterogeneity and stemness characteristics of CK19 + CSCs and specific immunosuppressive TAM_SPP1 in CK19 + HCC. The VEGFA signal can activate TAM_SPP1-derived MMP9 to promote the invasion and metastasis of CK19 + HCC tumors. This might provide novel insights into the clinical treatment of HCC patients.
Collapse
Affiliation(s)
- Cheng-Lei Yang
- Department of Hepatobiliary Surgery, Guangxi Medical University Cancer Hospital, Qingxiu District, 71 He Di Road, Nanning, 530021, Guangxi Province, China
- Guangxi Liver Cancer Diagnosis and Treatment Engineering and Technology Research Center, Nanning, 530021, Guangxi Province, China
- Key Laboratory of Early Prevention and Treatment for Regional High Frequency Tumor, Ministry of Education, Nanning, 530021, Guangxi Province, China
| | - Rui Song
- Department of Hepatobiliary Surgery, Guangxi Medical University Cancer Hospital, Qingxiu District, 71 He Di Road, Nanning, 530021, Guangxi Province, China
- Guangxi Liver Cancer Diagnosis and Treatment Engineering and Technology Research Center, Nanning, 530021, Guangxi Province, China
- Key Laboratory of Early Prevention and Treatment for Regional High Frequency Tumor, Ministry of Education, Nanning, 530021, Guangxi Province, China
| | - Jun-Wen Hu
- Department of Hepatobiliary Surgery, Guangxi Medical University Cancer Hospital, Qingxiu District, 71 He Di Road, Nanning, 530021, Guangxi Province, China
- Guangxi Liver Cancer Diagnosis and Treatment Engineering and Technology Research Center, Nanning, 530021, Guangxi Province, China
- Key Laboratory of Early Prevention and Treatment for Regional High Frequency Tumor, Ministry of Education, Nanning, 530021, Guangxi Province, China
| | - Jun-Tao Huang
- Department of Hepatobiliary Surgery, Guangxi Medical University Cancer Hospital, Qingxiu District, 71 He Di Road, Nanning, 530021, Guangxi Province, China
- Guangxi Liver Cancer Diagnosis and Treatment Engineering and Technology Research Center, Nanning, 530021, Guangxi Province, China
- Key Laboratory of Early Prevention and Treatment for Regional High Frequency Tumor, Ministry of Education, Nanning, 530021, Guangxi Province, China
| | - Nan-Nan Li
- Department of Ultrasound, Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region Workers' Hospital, Nanning, 530021, Guangxi Province, China
| | - Hang-Hang Ni
- Department of Hepatobiliary Surgery, Guangxi Medical University Cancer Hospital, Qingxiu District, 71 He Di Road, Nanning, 530021, Guangxi Province, China
- Guangxi Liver Cancer Diagnosis and Treatment Engineering and Technology Research Center, Nanning, 530021, Guangxi Province, China
- Key Laboratory of Early Prevention and Treatment for Regional High Frequency Tumor, Ministry of Education, Nanning, 530021, Guangxi Province, China
| | - Yuan-Kuan Li
- Department of Hepatobiliary Surgery, Guangxi Medical University Cancer Hospital, Qingxiu District, 71 He Di Road, Nanning, 530021, Guangxi Province, China
- Guangxi Liver Cancer Diagnosis and Treatment Engineering and Technology Research Center, Nanning, 530021, Guangxi Province, China
- Key Laboratory of Early Prevention and Treatment for Regional High Frequency Tumor, Ministry of Education, Nanning, 530021, Guangxi Province, China
| | - Jie Zhang
- Department of Hepatobiliary Surgery, Guangxi Medical University Cancer Hospital, Qingxiu District, 71 He Di Road, Nanning, 530021, Guangxi Province, China
- Guangxi Liver Cancer Diagnosis and Treatment Engineering and Technology Research Center, Nanning, 530021, Guangxi Province, China
- Key Laboratory of Early Prevention and Treatment for Regional High Frequency Tumor, Ministry of Education, Nanning, 530021, Guangxi Province, China
| | - Zhan Lu
- Department of Hepatobiliary Surgery, Guangxi Medical University Cancer Hospital, Qingxiu District, 71 He Di Road, Nanning, 530021, Guangxi Province, China
- Guangxi Liver Cancer Diagnosis and Treatment Engineering and Technology Research Center, Nanning, 530021, Guangxi Province, China
- Key Laboratory of Early Prevention and Treatment for Regional High Frequency Tumor, Ministry of Education, Nanning, 530021, Guangxi Province, China
| | - Min Zhou
- Department of Hepatobiliary Surgery, Guangxi Medical University Cancer Hospital, Qingxiu District, 71 He Di Road, Nanning, 530021, Guangxi Province, China
- Guangxi Liver Cancer Diagnosis and Treatment Engineering and Technology Research Center, Nanning, 530021, Guangxi Province, China
- Key Laboratory of Early Prevention and Treatment for Regional High Frequency Tumor, Ministry of Education, Nanning, 530021, Guangxi Province, China
| | - Jun-Duo Wang
- The First Clinical Medical School, Guangxi Medical University, Nanning, 530021, Guangxi Province, China
| | - Min-Jun Li
- Department of Hepatobiliary Surgery, Guangxi Medical University Cancer Hospital, Qingxiu District, 71 He Di Road, Nanning, 530021, Guangxi Province, China
- Guangxi Liver Cancer Diagnosis and Treatment Engineering and Technology Research Center, Nanning, 530021, Guangxi Province, China
- Key Laboratory of Early Prevention and Treatment for Regional High Frequency Tumor, Ministry of Education, Nanning, 530021, Guangxi Province, China
| | - Guo-Hua Zhan
- Department of Hepatobiliary Surgery, Guangxi Medical University Cancer Hospital, Qingxiu District, 71 He Di Road, Nanning, 530021, Guangxi Province, China
- Guangxi Liver Cancer Diagnosis and Treatment Engineering and Technology Research Center, Nanning, 530021, Guangxi Province, China
- Key Laboratory of Early Prevention and Treatment for Regional High Frequency Tumor, Ministry of Education, Nanning, 530021, Guangxi Province, China
| | - Tao Peng
- Guangxi Liver Cancer Diagnosis and Treatment Engineering and Technology Research Center, Nanning, 530021, Guangxi Province, China
- Department of Hepatobiliary Surgery, First Affiliated Hospital of Guangxi Medical University, Nanning, 530021, Guangxi Province, China
| | - Hong-Ping Yu
- Key Laboratory of Early Prevention and Treatment for Regional High Frequency Tumor, Ministry of Education, Nanning, 530021, Guangxi Province, China
- Research Department, Guangxi Medical University Cancer Hospital, Nanning, 530021, Guangxi Province, China
| | - Lu-Nan Qi
- Department of Hepatobiliary Surgery, Guangxi Medical University Cancer Hospital, Qingxiu District, 71 He Di Road, Nanning, 530021, Guangxi Province, China.
- Guangxi Liver Cancer Diagnosis and Treatment Engineering and Technology Research Center, Nanning, 530021, Guangxi Province, China.
- Key Laboratory of Early Prevention and Treatment for Regional High Frequency Tumor, Ministry of Education, Nanning, 530021, Guangxi Province, China.
| | - Qiu-Yan Wang
- Department of Biochemistry and Molecular Biology, Guangxi Medical University, Nanning, 530021, Guangxi Province, China.
- Center for Genomic and Personalized Medicine, Guangxi Medical University, 22 Shuang Yong Road, Nanning, 530021, Guangxi Province, China.
| | - Bang-De Xiang
- Department of Hepatobiliary Surgery, Guangxi Medical University Cancer Hospital, Qingxiu District, 71 He Di Road, Nanning, 530021, Guangxi Province, China.
- Guangxi Liver Cancer Diagnosis and Treatment Engineering and Technology Research Center, Nanning, 530021, Guangxi Province, China.
- Key Laboratory of Early Prevention and Treatment for Regional High Frequency Tumor, Ministry of Education, Nanning, 530021, Guangxi Province, China.
| |
Collapse
|
9
|
Gong X, Wang N, Zhu H, Tang N, Wu K, Meng Q. Anti-NMDAR antibodies, the blood-brain barrier, and anti-NMDAR encephalitis. Front Neurol 2023; 14:1283511. [PMID: 38145121 PMCID: PMC10748502 DOI: 10.3389/fneur.2023.1283511] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/26/2023] [Accepted: 11/03/2023] [Indexed: 12/26/2023] Open
Abstract
Anti-N-methyl-D-aspartate receptor (anti-NMDAR) encephalitis is an antibody-related autoimmune encephalitis. It is characterized by the existence of antibodies against NMDAR, mainly against the GluN1 subunit, in cerebrospinal fluid (CSF). Recent research suggests that anti-NMDAR antibodies may reduce NMDAR levels in this disorder, compromising synaptic activity in the hippocampus. Although anti-NMDAR antibodies are used as diagnostic indicators, the origin of antibodies in the central nervous system (CNS) is unclear. The blood-brain barrier (BBB), which separates the brain from the peripheral circulatory system, is crucial for antibodies and immune cells to enter or exit the CNS. The findings of cytokines in this disorder support the involvement of the BBB. Here, we aim to review the function of NMDARs and the relationship between anti-NMDAR antibodies and anti-NMDAR encephalitis. We summarize the present knowledge of the composition of the BBB, especially by emphasizing the role of BBB components. Finally, we further provide a discussion on the impact of BBB dysfunction in anti-NMDAR encephalitis.
Collapse
Affiliation(s)
- Xiarong Gong
- Faculty of Life Science and Technology, Kunming University of Science and Technology, Kunming, China
- Department of MR, The First People's Hospital of Yunnan Province, Kunming, Yunnan, China
| | - Niya Wang
- Department of Neurology, The First People's Hospital of Yunnan Province, Kunming, Yunnan, China
| | - Hongyan Zhu
- Department of Clinical Laboratory, The First People's Hospital of Yunnan Province, Kunming, Yunnan, China
| | - Ning Tang
- Department of Neurology, The First People's Hospital of Yunnan Province, Kunming, Yunnan, China
| | - Kunhua Wu
- Department of MR, The First People's Hospital of Yunnan Province, Kunming, Yunnan, China
| | - Qiang Meng
- Department of Neurology, The First People's Hospital of Yunnan Province, Kunming, Yunnan, China
| |
Collapse
|
10
|
Soni N, Bacete L. The interplay between cell wall integrity and cell cycle progression in plants. PLANT MOLECULAR BIOLOGY 2023; 113:367-382. [PMID: 38091166 PMCID: PMC10730644 DOI: 10.1007/s11103-023-01394-w] [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: 05/31/2023] [Accepted: 11/30/2023] [Indexed: 12/20/2023]
Abstract
Plant cell walls are dynamic structures that play crucial roles in growth, development, and stress responses. Despite our growing understanding of cell wall biology, the connections between cell wall integrity (CWI) and cell cycle progression in plants remain poorly understood. This review aims to explore the intricate relationship between CWI and cell cycle progression in plants, drawing insights from studies in yeast and mammals. We provide an overview of the plant cell cycle, highlight the role of endoreplication in cell wall composition, and discuss recent findings on the molecular mechanisms linking CWI perception to cell wall biosynthesis and gene expression regulation. Furthermore, we address future perspectives and unanswered questions in the field, such as the identification of specific CWI sensing mechanisms and the role of CWI maintenance in the growth-defense trade-off. Elucidating these connections could have significant implications for crop improvement and sustainable agriculture.
Collapse
Affiliation(s)
- Nancy Soni
- Faculty of Natural Sciences, Institute for Biology, Norwegian University of Science and Technology, 5 Høgskoleringen, 7491, Trondheim, Norway
| | - Laura Bacete
- Faculty of Natural Sciences, Institute for Biology, Norwegian University of Science and Technology, 5 Høgskoleringen, 7491, Trondheim, Norway.
- Department of Plant Physiology, Umeå Plant Science Centre (UPSC), Umeå University, 901 87, Umeå, Sweden.
| |
Collapse
|
11
|
Wang Y, Shen X, Song S, Chen Y, Wang Y, Liao J, Chen N, Zeng L. Mesenchymal stem cell-derived exosomes and skin photoaging: From basic research to practical application. PHOTODERMATOLOGY, PHOTOIMMUNOLOGY & PHOTOMEDICINE 2023; 39:556-566. [PMID: 37605539 DOI: 10.1111/phpp.12910] [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: 02/20/2023] [Revised: 06/25/2023] [Accepted: 08/01/2023] [Indexed: 08/23/2023]
Abstract
BACKGROUND Skin photoaging is a condition caused by long-term exposure to ultraviolet irradiation, resulting in a variety of changes in the skin, such as capillary dilation, increased or absent pigmentation, dryness, sagging, and wrinkles. Stem cells possess a remarkable antioxidant capacity and the ability to proliferate, differentiate, and migrate, and their main mode of action is through paracrine secretion, with exosomes being the primary form of secretion. Stem cell-derived exosomes contain a variety of growth factors and cytokines and may have great potential to promote skin repair and delay skin ageing. METHODS This review focuses on the mechanisms of UV-induced skin photoaging, the research progress of stem cell exosomes against skin photoaging, emerging application approaches and limitations in the application of exosome therapy. RESULT Exosomes derived from various stem cells have the potential to prevent skin photoaging. CONCLUSION The combination with novel materials may be a key step for their practical application, which could be an important direction for future basic research and practical applications.
Collapse
Affiliation(s)
- Yihao Wang
- Center of Burn & Plastic and Wound Healing Surgery, Hengyang Medical School, The First Affiliated Hospital, University of South China, Hengyang, China
| | - Xu Shen
- Center of Burn & Plastic and Wound Healing Surgery, Hengyang Medical School, The First Affiliated Hospital, University of South China, Hengyang, China
| | - Shenghua Song
- Center of Burn & Plastic and Wound Healing Surgery, Hengyang Medical School, The First Affiliated Hospital, University of South China, Hengyang, China
| | - Yan Chen
- Center of Burn & Plastic and Wound Healing Surgery, Hengyang Medical School, The First Affiliated Hospital, University of South China, Hengyang, China
| | - Yiping Wang
- Center of Burn & Plastic and Wound Healing Surgery, Hengyang Medical School, The First Affiliated Hospital, University of South China, Hengyang, China
| | - Junlin Liao
- Center of Burn & Plastic and Wound Healing Surgery, Hengyang Medical School, The First Affiliated Hospital, University of South China, Hengyang, China
| | - Nian Chen
- Center of Burn & Plastic and Wound Healing Surgery, Hengyang Medical School, The First Affiliated Hospital, University of South China, Hengyang, China
| | - Li Zeng
- Center of Burn & Plastic and Wound Healing Surgery, Hengyang Medical School, The First Affiliated Hospital, University of South China, Hengyang, China
| |
Collapse
|
12
|
Ghosh K, Shome DK, Kulkarni B, Ghosh MK, Ghosh K. Fibrosis and bone marrow: understanding causation and pathobiology. J Transl Med 2023; 21:703. [PMID: 37814319 PMCID: PMC10561412 DOI: 10.1186/s12967-023-04393-z] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/10/2023] [Accepted: 07/28/2023] [Indexed: 10/11/2023] Open
Abstract
Bone marrow fibrosis represents an important structural change in the marrow that interferes with some of its normal functions. The aetiopathogenesis of fibrosis is not well established except in its primary form. The present review consolidates current understanding of marrow fibrosis. We searched PubMed without time restriction using key words: bone marrow and fibrosis as the main stem against the terms: growth factors, cytokines and chemokines, morphology, megakaryocytes and platelets, myeloproliferative disorders, myelodysplastic syndrome, collagen biosynthesis, mesenchymal stem cells, vitamins and minerals and hormones, and mechanism of tissue fibrosis. Tissue marrow fibrosis-related papers were short listed and analysed for the review. It emerged that bone marrow fibrosis is the outcome of complex interactions between growth factors, cytokines, chemokines and hormones together with their facilitators and inhibitors. Fibrogenesis is initiated by mobilisation of special immunophenotypic subsets of mesenchymal stem cells in the marrow that transform into fibroblasts. Fibrogenic stimuli may arise from neoplastic haemopoietic or non-hematopoietic cells, as well as immune cells involved in infections and inflammatory conditions. Autoimmunity is involved in a small subset of patients with marrow fibrosis. Megakaryocytes and platelets are either directly involved or are important intermediaries in stimulating mesenchymal stem cells. MMPs, TIMPs, TGF-β, PDGRF, and basic FGF and CRCXL4 chemokines are involved in these processes. Genetic and epigenetic changes underlie many of these conditions.
Collapse
Affiliation(s)
- Kanjaksha Ghosh
- National Institute of Immunohaematology, 13 Th Fl KEM Hospital, Parel, Mumbai, 400012, India.
| | - Durjoy K Shome
- Department of Pathophysiology, American University of Antigua College of Medicine, Coolidge, Antigua and Barbuda
| | - Bipin Kulkarni
- Department of Molecular Biology and Haemostasis, National Institute of Immunohaematology, 13Th Fl KEM Hospital, Parel, Mumbai, 400012, India
| | - Malay K Ghosh
- Department of Haematology, Nilratan Sarkar Medical College, Kolkata, 700014, West Bengal, India
| | - Kinjalka Ghosh
- Department of Clinical Biochemistry, Tata Medical Centre and Homi Bhaba National Institute, Parel, Mumbai, 400012, India
| |
Collapse
|
13
|
Bao J, Wang X, Chen L, Wen B, Gao Q, Pan X, Chen Y, Ji K, Liu H. Upregulated TIMP1 facilitates and coordinates myometrial contraction by decreasing collagens and cell adhesive capacity during human labor. Mol Hum Reprod 2023; 29:gaad034. [PMID: 37774003 PMCID: PMC10581194 DOI: 10.1093/molehr/gaad034] [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: 03/24/2023] [Revised: 09/11/2023] [Indexed: 10/01/2023] Open
Abstract
Myometrial contraction is one of the key events involved in parturition. Increasing evidence suggests the importance of the extracellular matrix (ECM) in this process, in addition to the functional role of myometrial smooth muscle cells, and our previous study identified an upregulated tissue inhibitor of metalloproteinase 1 (TIMP1) in human laboring myometrium compared to nonlabor samples. This study aimed to further explore the potential role of TIMP1 in myometrial contraction. First, we confirmed increased myometrial TIMP1 levels in labor and during labor with cervical dilation using transcriptomic and proteomic analyses, followed by real-time PCR, western blotting, and immunohistochemistry. Then, a cell contraction assay was performed to verify the decreased contractility after TIMP1 knockdown in vitro. To further understand the underlying mechanism, we used RNA-sequencing analysis to reveal the upregulated genes after TIMP1 knockdown; these genes were enriched in collagen fibril organization, cell adhesion, and ECM organization. Subsequently, a human matrix metalloproteinase (MMP) array and collagen staining were performed to determine the TIMPs, MMPs and collagens in laboring and nonlabor myometrium. A real-time cell adhesion assay was used to detect cell adhesive capacity. The results showed upregulated MMP8 and MMP9, downregulated collagens, and attenuated cell adhesive capacity in laboring myometrium, while lower MMP levels and higher collagen levels and cell adhesive capacity were observed in nonlabor. Moreover, TIMP1 knockdown led to restoration of cell adhesive capacity. Together, these results indicate that upregulated TIMP1 during labor facilitates and coordinates myometrial contraction by decreasing collagen and cell adhesive capacity, which may provide effective strategies for the regulation of myometrial contraction.
Collapse
Affiliation(s)
- Junjie Bao
- Guangzhou Key Laboratory of Maternal-Fetal Medicine, Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Guangzhou Women & Children's Medical Center, Guangzhou Medical University, Guangzhou, China
| | - Xiaodi Wang
- Guangzhou Key Laboratory of Maternal-Fetal Medicine, Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Guangzhou Women & Children's Medical Center, Guangzhou Medical University, Guangzhou, China
| | - Lina Chen
- Guangzhou Key Laboratory of Maternal-Fetal Medicine, Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Guangzhou Women & Children's Medical Center, Guangzhou Medical University, Guangzhou, China
| | - Bolun Wen
- Guangzhou Key Laboratory of Maternal-Fetal Medicine, Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Guangzhou Women & Children's Medical Center, Guangzhou Medical University, Guangzhou, China
| | - Qiu Gao
- Department of Pathology, Guangzhou Women & Children's Medical Center, Guangzhou Medical University, Guangzhou, China
| | - Xiuyu Pan
- Guangzhou Key Laboratory of Maternal-Fetal Medicine, Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Guangzhou Women & Children's Medical Center, Guangzhou Medical University, Guangzhou, China
| | - Yunshan Chen
- Guangzhou Key Laboratory of Maternal-Fetal Medicine, Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Guangzhou Women & Children's Medical Center, Guangzhou Medical University, Guangzhou, China
| | - Kaiyuan Ji
- Guangzhou Key Laboratory of Maternal-Fetal Medicine, Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Guangzhou Women & Children's Medical Center, Guangzhou Medical University, Guangzhou, China
| | - Huishu Liu
- Guangzhou Key Laboratory of Maternal-Fetal Medicine, Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Guangzhou Women & Children's Medical Center, Guangzhou Medical University, Guangzhou, China
| |
Collapse
|
14
|
Pan D, Zhong J, Zhang J, Dong H, Zhao D, Zhang H, Yao B. Function and regulation of nuclear factor 1 X-type on chondrocyte proliferation and differentiation. Gene 2023; 881:147620. [PMID: 37433356 DOI: 10.1016/j.gene.2023.147620] [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: 12/30/2022] [Revised: 05/26/2023] [Accepted: 07/05/2023] [Indexed: 07/13/2023]
Abstract
Nuclear factor 1 X-type (Nfix) is a transcription factor related to mental and physical development. However, very few studies have reported the effects of Nfix on cartilage. This study aims to reveal the influence of Nfix on the proliferation and differentiation of chondrocytes, and to explore its potential action mechanism. We isolated primary chondrocytes from the costal cartilage of newborn C57BL/6 mice and with Nfix overexpression or silencing treatment. We used Alcian blue staining and found that Nfix overexpression significantly promoted ECM synthesis in chondrocytes while silencing inhibited ECM synthesis. Using RNA-seq technology to study the expression pattern of Nfix in primary chondrocytes. We found that Nfix overexpression significantly up-regulated genes that are related to chondrocyte proliferation and extracellular matrix (ECM) synthesis and significantly down-regulated genes related to chondrocyte differentiation and ECM degradation. Nfix silencing, however, significantly up-regulated genes associated with cartilage catabolism and significantly down-regulated genes associated with cartilage growth promotion. Furthermore, Nfix exerted a positive regulatory effect on Sox9, and we propose that Nfix may promote chondrocyte proliferation and inhibit differentiation by stimulating Sox9 and its downstream genes. Our findings suggest that Nfix may be a potential target for the regulation of chondrocyte proliferation and differentiation.
Collapse
Affiliation(s)
- Daian Pan
- Research Center of Traditional Chinese Medicine, The Affiliated Hospital to Changchun University of Chinese Medicine, Changchun 130021, China; Northeast Asia Research Institute of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Changchun University of Chinese Medicine, Changchun 130117, China; Jilin Ginseng Academy, Changchun University of Chinese Medicine, Changchun 130117, China.
| | - Jinghong Zhong
- Jilin Ginseng Academy, Changchun University of Chinese Medicine, Changchun 130117, China.
| | - Jingcheng Zhang
- Jilin Ginseng Academy, Changchun University of Chinese Medicine, Changchun 130117, China.
| | - Haisi Dong
- Northeast Asia Research Institute of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Changchun University of Chinese Medicine, Changchun 130117, China.
| | - Daqing Zhao
- Northeast Asia Research Institute of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Changchun University of Chinese Medicine, Changchun 130117, China.
| | - He Zhang
- Research Center of Traditional Chinese Medicine, The Affiliated Hospital to Changchun University of Chinese Medicine, Changchun 130021, China; Northeast Asia Research Institute of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Changchun University of Chinese Medicine, Changchun 130117, China.
| | - Baojin Yao
- Northeast Asia Research Institute of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Changchun University of Chinese Medicine, Changchun 130117, China.
| |
Collapse
|
15
|
Zhou W, Cao W, Wang M, Yang K, Zhang X, Liu Y, Zhang P, Zhang Z, Cao G, Chen B, Xiong M. Validation of quercetin in the treatment of colon cancer with diabetes via network pharmacology, molecular dynamics simulations, and in vitro experiments. Mol Divers 2023:10.1007/s11030-023-10725-4. [PMID: 37747647 DOI: 10.1007/s11030-023-10725-4] [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: 01/09/2023] [Accepted: 08/27/2023] [Indexed: 09/26/2023]
Abstract
This study built a prognostic model for CRC-diabetes and analyzed whether quercetin could be used for CRC-diabetes treatment through a network of pharmacology, molecular dynamics simulation, bioinformatics, and in vitro experiments. First, multivariate Cox proportional hazards regression was used to construct the prognosis modelof CRC-diabetes. Then, the intersection of quercetin target genes with CRC-diabetes genes was used to find the potential target for quercetin in the treatment of CRC-diabetes. Molecular docking and molecular dynamics simulations were used to screen the potential targets for quercetin in the treatment of CRC-diabetes. Finally, we verified the target and pathway of quercetin in the treatment of CRC-diabetes through in vitro experiments. Through molecular docking, seven proteins (HMOX1, ACE, MYC, MMP9, PLAU, MMP3, and MMP1) were selected as potential targets of quercetin. We conducted molecular dynamics simulations of quercetin and the above proteins, respectively, and found that the binding structure of quercetin with MMP9 and PLAU was relatively stable. Finally, according to the results of Western blot results, it was confirmed that quercetin could interact with MMP9. The experimental results show that quercetin may affect the JNK pathway, glycolysis, and epithelial-mesenchymal transition (EMT) to treat CRC-diabetes. Based on the TCGA, TTD, DrugBank, and other databases, a prediction model that can effectively predict the prognosis of colon cancer patients with diabetes was constructed. According to experiment results, quercetin can regulate the expression of MMP9. By acting on the JNK pathway, glycolysis, and EMT, it can treat colon cancer patients with diabetes.
Collapse
Affiliation(s)
- Weiguo Zhou
- Department of General Surgery, First Affiliated Hospital of Anhui Medical University, Hefei, 230022, People's Republic of China
| | - Wei Cao
- Department of General Surgery, First Affiliated Hospital of Anhui Medical University, Hefei, 230022, People's Republic of China
| | - Mingqing Wang
- Department of General Surgery, First Affiliated Hospital of Anhui Medical University, Hefei, 230022, People's Republic of China
| | - Kang Yang
- Department of General Surgery, First Affiliated Hospital of Anhui Medical University, Hefei, 230022, People's Republic of China
| | - Xun Zhang
- Department of General Surgery, First Affiliated Hospital of Anhui Medical University, Hefei, 230022, People's Republic of China
| | - Yan Liu
- School of Public Health, Anhui Medical University, Hefei, 230022, People's Republic of China
| | - Peng Zhang
- Department of General Surgery, First Affiliated Hospital of Anhui Medical University, Hefei, 230022, People's Republic of China
| | - Zehua Zhang
- Department of General Surgery, First Affiliated Hospital of Anhui Medical University, Hefei, 230022, People's Republic of China
| | - Guodong Cao
- Department of General Surgery, First Affiliated Hospital of Anhui Medical University, Hefei, 230022, People's Republic of China.
| | - Bo Chen
- Department of General Surgery, First Affiliated Hospital of Anhui Medical University, Hefei, 230022, People's Republic of China.
- Department of Surgery, The People's Hospital of Hanshan County, Ma'anshan City, Anhui Province, China.
| | - Maoming Xiong
- Department of General Surgery, First Affiliated Hospital of Anhui Medical University, Hefei, 230022, People's Republic of China.
| |
Collapse
|
16
|
Atkinson G, Bianco R, Di Gregoli K, Johnson JL. The contribution of matrix metalloproteinases and their inhibitors to the development, progression, and rupture of abdominal aortic aneurysms. Front Cardiovasc Med 2023; 10:1248561. [PMID: 37799778 PMCID: PMC10549934 DOI: 10.3389/fcvm.2023.1248561] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/27/2023] [Accepted: 09/07/2023] [Indexed: 10/07/2023] Open
Abstract
Abdominal aortic aneurysms (AAAs) account for up to 8% of deaths in men aged 65 years and over and 2.2% of women. Patients with AAAs often have atherosclerosis, and intimal atherosclerosis is generally present in AAAs. Accordingly, AAAs are considered a form of atherosclerosis and are frequently referred to as atherosclerotic aneurysms. Pathological observations advocate inflammatory cell infiltration alongside adverse extracellular matrix degradation as key contributing factors to the formation of human atherosclerotic AAAs. Therefore, macrophage production of proteolytic enzymes is deemed responsible for the damaging loss of ECM proteins, especially elastin and fibrillar collagens, which characterise AAA progression and rupture. Matrix metalloproteinases (MMPs) and their regulation by tissue inhibitors metalloproteinases (TIMPs) can orchestrate not only ECM remodelling, but also moderate the proliferation, migration, and apoptosis of resident aortic cells, alongside the recruitment and subsequent behaviour of inflammatory cells. Accordingly, MMPs are thought to play a central regulatory role in the development, progression, and eventual rupture of abdominal aortic aneurysms (AAAs). Together, clinical and animal studies have shed light on the complex and often diverse effects MMPs and TIMPs impart during the development of AAAs. This dichotomy is underlined from evidence utilising broad-spectrum MMP inhibition in animal models and clinical trials which have failed to provide consistent protection from AAA progression, although more encouraging results have been observed through deployment of selective inhibitors. This review provides a summary of the supporting evidence connecting the contribution of individual MMPs to AAA development, progression, and eventual rupture. Topics discussed include structural, functional, and cell-specific diversity of MMP members; evidence from animal models of AAA and comparisons with findings in humans; the dual role of MMPs and the requirement to selectively target individual MMPs; and the advances in identifying aberrant MMP activity. As evidenced, our developing understanding of the multifaceted roles individual MMPs perform during the progression and rupture of AAAs, should motivate clinical trials assessing the therapeutic potential of selective MMP inhibitors, which could restrict AAA-related morbidity and mortality worldwide.
Collapse
Affiliation(s)
| | | | | | - Jason L. Johnson
- Laboratory of Cardiovascular Pathology, Department of Translational Health Sciences, Bristol Medical School, University of Bristol, Bristol, United Kingdom
| |
Collapse
|
17
|
Pan D, Zhong J, Zhang J, Dong H, Zhao D, Zhang H, Yao B. Function and regulation of nuclear factor 1 X-type on chondrocyte proliferation and differentiation. Gene 2023; 881:147620. [DOI: org/10.1016/j.gene.2023.147620] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 07/02/2024]
|
18
|
Ahmadighadykolaei H, Lambert JA, Raeeszadeh-Sarmazdeh M. TIMP-1 Protects Tight Junctions of Brain Endothelial Cells From MMP-Mediated Degradation. Pharm Res 2023; 40:2121-2131. [PMID: 37700105 PMCID: PMC10878538 DOI: 10.1007/s11095-023-03593-y] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/08/2023] [Accepted: 08/18/2023] [Indexed: 09/14/2023]
Abstract
OBJECTIVE The blood-brain barrier (BBB) plays a critical role in central nervous system homeostasis, and the integrity of BBB is disrupted in many neurodegenerative diseases. Matrix metalloproteinases (MMPs) degrade the tight junctions (TJs) of endothelial cells and basement membrane components essential to BBB integrity, which leads to increased BBB permeability and allows inflammatory cells and neurotoxic substances to enter the brain. Tissue inhibitors of metalloproteinases (TIMPs), endogenous inhibitors of MMPs, regulate MMP activity, thereby maintaining BBB integrity. METHODS The disruptive impacts of MMP-3 and MMP-9 on BBB and protective effect of TIMP-1 were investigated in a simplified in vitro model of the BBB, which was generated using rat brain microvascular endothelial cells (RBMEC). The main features of BBB formation, including permeability and the trans-endothelial electrical resistance (TEER), were monitored over time after the addition of MMP-3 and MMP-9 and their complexes with TIMP-1 inhibitor. RESULTS Our results indicated that MMP-3 and MMP-9 caused a dose-dependent disruption of the BBB, with 1.5 µM MMPs resulting in an over threefold increase in permeability, while TIMP-1 inhibition protected the integrity of the BBB model and recovered TEER and permeability of RBMECs. The disruption and recovery of tight junction proteins of RBMECs after MMP and TIMP treatment were also detected using fluorescent microscopy. CONCLUSION MMP-9 and MMP-3 disrupt the BBB by degrading tight junctions in endothelial cells, and TIMP-1 could inhibit the disruptive effect of MMP-3 and MMP-9 by showing potential as therapeutic protein against MMP-related diseases where BBB disruption plays a role.
Collapse
Affiliation(s)
- Hannaneh Ahmadighadykolaei
- Department of Chemical and Materials Engineering, University of Nevada, 1664 N. Virginia St, Reno, NV, 89557, USA
| | - Janet A Lambert
- Department of Chemical and Materials Engineering, University of Nevada, 1664 N. Virginia St, Reno, NV, 89557, USA
- Department of Pharmacology, University of Nevada, Reno School of Medicine, Reno, NV, USA
| | - Maryam Raeeszadeh-Sarmazdeh
- Department of Chemical and Materials Engineering, University of Nevada, 1664 N. Virginia St, Reno, NV, 89557, USA.
| |
Collapse
|
19
|
Lin Z, Jiang T, Zheng W, Zhang J, Li A, Lu C, Liu W. N6-methyladenosine (m6A) methyltransferase WTAP-mediated miR-92b-5p accelerates osteoarthritis progression. Cell Commun Signal 2023; 21:199. [PMID: 37563688 PMCID: PMC10416510 DOI: 10.1186/s12964-023-01228-8] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/23/2022] [Accepted: 07/13/2023] [Indexed: 08/12/2023] Open
Abstract
The study was design to investigate the functional roles of Wilms tumor 1-associated protein (WTAP), an enzyme catalyzes m6A modification, in the pathogenesis of osteoarthritis (OA) and further elucidate its possible regulatory mechanism. Herein, we discovered that WTAP was outstandingly upregulated in chondrocyte stimulated with Lipopolysaccharide (LPS) and cartilage tissue of patients with OA. Functional studies have demonstrated that WTAP knockdown enhances proliferation ability, suppresses apoptosis, and reduces extracellular matrix (ECM) degradation in an LPS-induced OA chondrocyte injury model and ameliorates cartilage damage in a destabilizing the medial meniscus (DMM)-induced OA mice model. Conversely, overexpression of WTAP contributes to the opposite effects. Mechanistically, our data has demonstrated that m6A modification mediated by WTAP promotes the maturation of pri-miR-92b to miR-92b-5p, thereby enhancing the targeted inhibitory function of miR-92b-5p on TIMP4. Furthermore, we have discovered that WTAP can directly facilitate the degradation of TIMP4 mRNAs in a YTHDF2-dependent manner. In a nutshell, our findings suggested that WTAP knockdown alleviated OA progression by modulating the miR-92b-5p/TIMP4 axis in an m6A-dependent manner. Our study disclosed that WTAP-mediated m6A modification displayed a crucial role in OA development and suggested that targeting WTAP could be a promising preventive and therapeutic target for patients with OA. Video Abstract.
Collapse
Affiliation(s)
- Zhaowei Lin
- Department of Joint and Orthopedics, Zhujiang Hospital of Southern Medical University, Guangzhou, 510000, China
| | - Tao Jiang
- Orthopedics Department, Guangdong Provincial Second Hospital of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Guangzhou, 510095, China
| | - Wei Zheng
- The Fifth Clinical College of Guangzhou University of Chinese Medicine, Guangzhou, 510405, China
| | - Jiayuan Zhang
- The Fifth Clinical College of Guangzhou University of Chinese Medicine, Guangzhou, 510405, China
| | - Anan Li
- Orthopedics Department, Guangdong Provincial Second Hospital of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Guangzhou, 510095, China
| | - Chao Lu
- Orthopedics Department, Guangdong Provincial Second Hospital of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Guangzhou, 510095, China
| | - Wengang Liu
- Orthopedics Department, Guangdong Provincial Second Hospital of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Guangzhou, 510095, China.
| |
Collapse
|
20
|
Patrichi G, Patrichi A, Satala CB, Sin AI. Matrix Metalloproteinases and Heart Transplantation-A Pathophysiological and Clinical View. MEDICINA (KAUNAS, LITHUANIA) 2023; 59:1295. [PMID: 37512106 PMCID: PMC10383867 DOI: 10.3390/medicina59071295] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/05/2023] [Revised: 07/05/2023] [Accepted: 07/12/2023] [Indexed: 07/30/2023]
Abstract
Heart transplantation is undergoing a continuous development, with rates of success increasing substantially due to advances in immunosuppressive therapy and surgical techniques. The most worrying complication occurring after cardiac transplantation is graft rejection, a phenomenon that is much affected by matrix metalloproteinases (MMPs), with the role of these proteases in the cardiac remodeling process being well established in the literature. A detailed investigation of the association between MMPs and cardiac rejection is necessary for the future development of more targeted therapies in transplanted patients, and to discover prognostic serum and immunohistochemical markers that will lead to more organized therapeutic management in these patients. The aim of this review is therefore to highlight the main MMPs relevant to cardiovascular pathology, with particular emphasis on those involved in complications related to heart transplantation, including cardiac graft rejection.
Collapse
Affiliation(s)
- Gabriela Patrichi
- Department of Cell and Molecular Biology, George Emil Palade University of Medicine, Pharmacy, Science and Technology of Targu Mures, 540142 Targu Mures, Romania
- Department of Pathology, Clinical County Emergency Hospital, 540136 Targu Mures, Romania
| | - Andrei Patrichi
- Department of Pathology, Clinical County Emergency Hospital, 540136 Targu Mures, Romania
| | - Catalin-Bogdan Satala
- Department of Pathology, Clinical County Emergency Hospital, 540136 Targu Mures, Romania
- Department of Pathology, George Emil Palade University of Medicine, Pharmacy, Science and Technology of Targu Mures, 540142 Targu Mures, Romania
| | - Anca Ileana Sin
- Department of Cell and Molecular Biology, George Emil Palade University of Medicine, Pharmacy, Science and Technology of Targu Mures, 540142 Targu Mures, Romania
- Department of Pathology, Clinical County Emergency Hospital, 540136 Targu Mures, Romania
| |
Collapse
|
21
|
An HM, Choi YS, Bae SK, Lee YK. Effect of the Combination of Probiotics and Korean Red Ginseng on Diabetic Wound Healing Exposed to Diesel Exhaust Particles(DEPs). MEDICINA (KAUNAS, LITHUANIA) 2023; 59:1155. [PMID: 37374359 DOI: 10.3390/medicina59061155] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/24/2023] [Revised: 05/22/2023] [Accepted: 06/08/2023] [Indexed: 06/29/2023]
Abstract
Background and Objectives: Diesel exhaust particles (DEPs) are a major component of air pollution and adversely affect respiratory and cardiovascular disease and diabetic foot ulcers if diabetic patients are exposed to them. There are currently no studies on treating diabetic wounds exposed to DEPs. So, the effect of a combination of probiotics and Korean red ginseng on a diabetic wound model exposed to DEPs was confirmed. Materials and Methods: Rats were randomly divided into three groups according to DEP inhalation concentration and whether they underwent applications of probiotics (PB) and Korean red ginseng (KRG). Wound tissue was collected from all rats, and wound healing was evaluated using molecular biology and histology methods. Results: The wound size of all groups decreased over time, but there was no significant difference. As a result of the molecular biology experiment, the expression of NF-κB p65 on day 7 was significantly higher in group 2 than in the normal control group. As a result of histological analysis, unlike the primary control group, it was confirmed that granule tissue was formed on the 14th day in the normal control group and group 2. Conclusions: The findings in this study suggest that combined treatment with PB and KRG can promote the healing of DEP-exposed diabetic wounds.
Collapse
Affiliation(s)
- Hye Min An
- Department of Medical Sciences, Soonchunhyang University, Asan-si 31538, Republic of Korea
- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Soonchunhyang University Bucheon Hospital, Bucheon-si 14584, Republic of Korea
| | - Young Suk Choi
- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Soonchunhyang University Bucheon Hospital, Bucheon-si 14584, Republic of Korea
- Department of Biology, Soonchunhyang University, Asan-si 31538, Republic of Korea
| | - Sung Kyoung Bae
- Department of Medical Sciences, Soonchunhyang University, Asan-si 31538, Republic of Korea
- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Soonchunhyang University Bucheon Hospital, Bucheon-si 14584, Republic of Korea
| | - Young Koo Lee
- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Soonchunhyang University Bucheon Hospital, Bucheon-si 14584, Republic of Korea
| |
Collapse
|
22
|
Grilli F, Albanesi E, Pelacho B, Prosper F, Decuzzi P, Di Mascolo D. Microstructured Polymeric Fabrics Modulating the Paracrine Activity of Adipose-Derived Stem Cells. Int J Mol Sci 2023; 24:10123. [PMID: 37373273 DOI: 10.3390/ijms241210123] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/17/2023] [Revised: 06/01/2023] [Accepted: 06/06/2023] [Indexed: 06/29/2023] Open
Abstract
The deposition of stem cells at sites of injury is a clinically relevant approach to facilitate tissue repair and angiogenesis. However, insufficient cell engraftment and survival require the engineering of novel scaffolds. Here, a regular network of microscopic poly(lactic-co-glycolic acid) (PLGA) filaments was investigated as a promising biodegradable scaffold for human Adipose-Derived Stem Cell (hADSC) tissue integration. Via soft lithography, three different microstructured fabrics were realized where 5 × 5 and 5 × 3 μm PLGA 'warp' and 'weft' filaments crossed perpendicularly with pitch distances of 5, 10 and 20 μm. After hADSC seeding, cell viability, actin cytoskeleton, spatial organization and the secretome were characterized and compared to conventional substrates, including collagen layers. On the PLGA fabric, hADSC re-assembled to form spheroidal-like structures, preserving cell viability and favoring a nonlinear actin organization. Moreover, the secretion of specific factors involved in angiogenesis, the remodeling of the extracellular matrix and stem cell homing was favored on the PLGA fabric as compared to that which occurred on conventional substrates. The paracrine activity of hADSC was microstructure-dependent, with 5 μm PLGA fabric enhancing the expression of factors involved in all three processes. Although more studies are needed, the proposed PLGA fabric would represent a promising alternative to conventional collagen substrates for stem cell implantation and angiogenesis induction.
Collapse
Affiliation(s)
- Federica Grilli
- Laboratory of Nanotechnology for Precision Medicine, Fondazione Istituto Italiano di Tecnologia, 16163 Genoa, Italy
- Department of Informatics, Bioengineering, Robotics, and Systems Engineering (DIBRIS), University of Genoa, 16145 Genoa, Italy
| | - Ennio Albanesi
- Department of Neuroscience and Brain Technologies, Fondazione Istituto Italiano di Tecnologia, 16163 Genoa, Italy
| | - Beatriz Pelacho
- Laboratory of Regenerative Medicine, Center for Applied Medical Research, University of Navarra, 31008 Pamplona, Spain
- Instituto de Investigación Sanitaria de Navarra (IdiSNA), 31008 Pamplona, Spain
| | - Felipe Prosper
- Laboratory of Regenerative Medicine, Center for Applied Medical Research, University of Navarra, 31008 Pamplona, Spain
- Instituto de Investigación Sanitaria de Navarra (IdiSNA), 31008 Pamplona, Spain
| | - Paolo Decuzzi
- Laboratory of Nanotechnology for Precision Medicine, Fondazione Istituto Italiano di Tecnologia, 16163 Genoa, Italy
| | - Daniele Di Mascolo
- Laboratory of Nanotechnology for Precision Medicine, Fondazione Istituto Italiano di Tecnologia, 16163 Genoa, Italy
- Department of Electrical and Information Engineering, Politecnico di Bari, 70126 Bari, Italy
| |
Collapse
|
23
|
Zhou X, Gu Y, Wang H, Zhou W, Zou L, Li S, Hua C, Gao S. From bench to bedside: targeting lymphocyte activation gene 3 as a therapeutic strategy for autoimmune diseases. Inflamm Res 2023:10.1007/s00011-023-01742-y. [PMID: 37314518 DOI: 10.1007/s00011-023-01742-y] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/12/2023] [Revised: 01/12/2023] [Accepted: 05/12/2023] [Indexed: 06/15/2023] Open
Abstract
BACKGROUND Immune checkpoints negatively regulate immune response, thereby playing an important role in maintaining immune homeostasis. Substantial studies have confirmed that blockade or deficiency of immune checkpoint pathways contributes to the deterioration of autoimmune diseases. In this context, focusing on immune checkpoints might provide alternative strategies for the treatment of autoimmunity. Lymphocyte activation gene 3 (LAG3), as a member of immune checkpoint, is critical in regulating immune responses as manifested in multiple preclinical studies and clinical trials. Recent success of dual-blockade of LAG3 and programmed death-1 in melanoma also supports the notion that LAG3 is a crucial regulator in immune tolerance. METHODS We wrote this review article by searching the PubMed, Web of Science and Google Scholar databases. CONCLUSION In this review, we summarize the molecular structure and the action mechanisms of LAG3. Additionally, we highlight its roles in diverse autoimmune diseases and discuss how the manipulation of the LAG3 pathway can serve as a promising therapeutic strategy as well as its specific mechanism with the aim of filling the gaps from bench to bedside.
Collapse
Affiliation(s)
- Xueyin Zhou
- School of the 2nd Clinical Medical Sciences, Wenzhou Medical University, Wenzhou, China
| | - Yiming Gu
- School of the 2nd Clinical Medical Sciences, Wenzhou Medical University, Wenzhou, China
| | - Huihong Wang
- School of the 2nd Clinical Medical Sciences, Wenzhou Medical University, Wenzhou, China
| | - Wei Zhou
- School of the 2nd Clinical Medical Sciences, Wenzhou Medical University, Wenzhou, China
| | - Lei Zou
- School of the 2nd Clinical Medical Sciences, Wenzhou Medical University, Wenzhou, China
| | - Shuting Li
- School of the 2nd Clinical Medical Sciences, Wenzhou Medical University, Wenzhou, China
| | - Chunyan Hua
- School of Basic Medical Sciences, Wenzhou Medical University, Wenzhou, 325035, Zhejiang, China.
| | - Sheng Gao
- Laboratory Animal Center, Wenzhou Medical University, Wenzhou, 325035, Zhejiang, China.
| |
Collapse
|
24
|
Zhang Y, Yuan F, Yan K, Zhang M, Li Y, Wang G, Jiang H, Wang X, Zhu J, Sun J, Xu S, Hu J, Wang Y, Zhen R, Yan X. Long-term waterborne Cu 2+ exposure affects collagen metabolism in fish. AQUATIC TOXICOLOGY (AMSTERDAM, NETHERLANDS) 2023; 257:106452. [PMID: 36863151 DOI: 10.1016/j.aquatox.2023.106452] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/15/2022] [Revised: 02/10/2023] [Accepted: 02/19/2023] [Indexed: 06/18/2023]
Abstract
Copper pollution might have a negative effect on collagen metabolism in fish. To test this hypothesis, we exposed an important economical fish, silver pomfret (Pampus argenteus), to three concentrations of Cu2+ for up to 21 days to simulate natural exposure to copper. With increasing copper exposure concentration and time, hematoxylin and eosin staining and picrosirius red staining revealed extensive vacuolization, cell necrosis, and tissue structure destruction, and a change of type and abnormal accumulation of collagen in the liver, intestine, and muscle tissues. To further study the mechanism of collagen metabolism disorder caused by copper exposure, we cloned and analyzed a key collagen metabolism regulation gene, timp, of silver pomfret. The full-length timp2b cDNA was 1035 bp with an open reading frame of 663 bp, encoding a protein of 220 amino acids. Copper treatment significantly increased the expression of akts, erks, and fgfs genes and decreased the mRNA and protein expression of Timp2b and MMPs. Finally, we constructed a silver pomfret muscle cell line (PaM) for the first time and used PaM Cu2+ exposure models (450 μM Cu2+ exposure for 9 h) to examine regulation function of the timp2b-mmps system. We knocked down or overexpressed timp2b in the model, and found that downregulation of mmps expression and upregulation of akt/erk/fgf were further aggravated in the timp2b- group (subjected to RNA interference), whereas some recovery was achieved in the timp2b+ group (overexpression). These results indicated that long-term excessive copper exposure can lead to tissue damage and abnormal collagen metabolism in fish, which might be caused by the alteration of akt/erk/fgf expression, which disrupts the effects of the timp2b-mmps system on extracellular matrix balance. The present study assessed the impact of copper on the collagen of fish and clarified its regulatory mechanism, providing a basis for toxicity of copper pollution study.
Collapse
Affiliation(s)
- Youyi Zhang
- College of marine Sciences, Ningbo University, Ningbo, China; Key Laboratory of Applied Marine Biotechnology, Ningbo University, Ministry of Education, Ningbo, China; Key Laboratory of Marine Biotechnology of Zhejiang Province, Ningbo University, Ningbo, China
| | - Feirong Yuan
- College of marine Sciences, Ningbo University, Ningbo, China; Key Laboratory of Applied Marine Biotechnology, Ningbo University, Ministry of Education, Ningbo, China; Key Laboratory of Marine Biotechnology of Zhejiang Province, Ningbo University, Ningbo, China
| | - Kaiheng Yan
- College of marine Sciences, Ningbo University, Ningbo, China; Key Laboratory of Applied Marine Biotechnology, Ningbo University, Ministry of Education, Ningbo, China; Key Laboratory of Marine Biotechnology of Zhejiang Province, Ningbo University, Ningbo, China
| | - Man Zhang
- College of marine Sciences, Ningbo University, Ningbo, China; Key Laboratory of Applied Marine Biotechnology, Ningbo University, Ministry of Education, Ningbo, China; Key Laboratory of Marine Biotechnology of Zhejiang Province, Ningbo University, Ningbo, China
| | - Yaya Li
- College of marine Sciences, Ningbo University, Ningbo, China; Key Laboratory of Applied Marine Biotechnology, Ningbo University, Ministry of Education, Ningbo, China; Key Laboratory of Marine Biotechnology of Zhejiang Province, Ningbo University, Ningbo, China
| | - Guanlin Wang
- College of marine Sciences, Ningbo University, Ningbo, China; Key Laboratory of Applied Marine Biotechnology, Ningbo University, Ministry of Education, Ningbo, China; Key Laboratory of Marine Biotechnology of Zhejiang Province, Ningbo University, Ningbo, China
| | - Huan Jiang
- College of marine Sciences, Ningbo University, Ningbo, China; Key Laboratory of Applied Marine Biotechnology, Ningbo University, Ministry of Education, Ningbo, China; Key Laboratory of Marine Biotechnology of Zhejiang Province, Ningbo University, Ningbo, China
| | - Xiangbin Wang
- College of marine Sciences, Ningbo University, Ningbo, China; Key Laboratory of Applied Marine Biotechnology, Ningbo University, Ministry of Education, Ningbo, China; Key Laboratory of Marine Biotechnology of Zhejiang Province, Ningbo University, Ningbo, China
| | - Jiajie Zhu
- College of marine Sciences, Ningbo University, Ningbo, China; Key Laboratory of Applied Marine Biotechnology, Ningbo University, Ministry of Education, Ningbo, China; Key Laboratory of Marine Biotechnology of Zhejiang Province, Ningbo University, Ningbo, China
| | - Jiachu Sun
- College of marine Sciences, Ningbo University, Ningbo, China; Key Laboratory of Applied Marine Biotechnology, Ningbo University, Ministry of Education, Ningbo, China; Key Laboratory of Marine Biotechnology of Zhejiang Province, Ningbo University, Ningbo, China
| | - Shanliang Xu
- College of marine Sciences, Ningbo University, Ningbo, China; Key Laboratory of Applied Marine Biotechnology, Ningbo University, Ministry of Education, Ningbo, China; Key Laboratory of Marine Biotechnology of Zhejiang Province, Ningbo University, Ningbo, China
| | - Jiabao Hu
- College of marine Sciences, Ningbo University, Ningbo, China; School of Civil & Environmental Engineering and Geography Science, Ningbo University, Ningbo, China; Key Laboratory of Applied Marine Biotechnology, Ningbo University, Ministry of Education, Ningbo, China; Key Laboratory of Marine Biotechnology of Zhejiang Province, Ningbo University, Ningbo, China.
| | - Yajun Wang
- College of marine Sciences, Ningbo University, Ningbo, China; Key Laboratory of Applied Marine Biotechnology, Ningbo University, Ministry of Education, Ningbo, China; Key Laboratory of Marine Biotechnology of Zhejiang Province, Ningbo University, Ningbo, China.
| | - Rongyue Zhen
- School of Civil & Environmental Engineering and Geography Science, Ningbo University, Ningbo, China
| | - Xiaojun Yan
- College of marine Sciences, Ningbo University, Ningbo, China; Key Laboratory of Applied Marine Biotechnology, Ningbo University, Ministry of Education, Ningbo, China; Key Laboratory of Marine Biotechnology of Zhejiang Province, Ningbo University, Ningbo, China
| |
Collapse
|
25
|
Li G, Ji F, Guo W, Wei B. Decreased serum MMP-9 levels in patients with nontraumatic osteonecrosis of the femoral head. BMC Musculoskelet Disord 2023; 24:240. [PMID: 36991363 PMCID: PMC10053116 DOI: 10.1186/s12891-023-06342-9] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/12/2022] [Accepted: 03/20/2023] [Indexed: 03/31/2023] Open
Abstract
BACKGROUND Matrix metalloproteinase-9 (MMP-9) and tissue inhibitor of metalloproteinases-1 (TIMP-1) are involved in the pathological mechanism of osteonecrosis of the femoral head (ONFH). This study aimed to investigate the relationship of serum MMP-9, TIMP-1, and the MMP-9/TIMP-1 ratio with disease severity in patients with nontraumatic ONFH. METHODS Serum levels of MMP-9 and TIMP-1 among 102 nontraumatic ONFH patients and 96 healthy individuals were determined by enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay (ELISA). Imaging severity was determined using the FICAT classification system. The Harris hip score (HHS) and visual analogue scale (VAS) were used to evaluate clinical progress. The correlations of serum MMP-9 and TIMP-1 levels with imaging severity and clinical progress was evaluated statistically. The diagnostic value of MMP-9 for NONFH disease severity was evaluated by examining receiver operating characteristic (ROC) curves. RESULTS The serum MMP-9 levels and the MMP-9/TIMP-1 ratio were significantly increased in patients with ONFH compared to normal controls, and TIMP-1 levels did not differ between the two groups. Serum MMP-9 levels and the MMP-9/TIMP-1 ratio were positively correlated with FICAT stage and VAS and were negatively correlated with the HHS score. The ROC curve results indicated that MMP-9 could be used as a potential marker of nontraumatic ONFH imaging progression. CONCLUSIONS We hypothesize that increased MMP-9 expression and an imbalance in the MMP-9/TIMP-1 ratio play a role in the development of ONFH and are correlate with the severity of ONFH. The determination of MMP-9 can be a useful tool to assess the severity of the disease in patients with nontraumatic ONFH.
Collapse
Affiliation(s)
- Guopeng Li
- Weifang Medical University, Weifang, Shandong Province, China
- Department of Orthopedics, Linyi People's Hospital, Jie Fang Road East, No.27, Linyi, 276003, Shandong, China
| | - Fengxuan Ji
- Jinzhou Medical University, Jinzhou, Liaoning Province, China
| | - Wenchao Guo
- Weifang Medical University, Weifang, Shandong Province, China
| | - Biaofang Wei
- Department of Orthopedics, Linyi People's Hospital, Jie Fang Road East, No.27, Linyi, 276003, Shandong, China.
| |
Collapse
|
26
|
Zhang J, Wang J, Yue K, Li P, Shen W, Qiao X, Wang Y, Wu X. FAM83B promotes the invasion of primary lung adenocarcinoma via PI3K/AKT/NF-κB pathway. BMC Pulm Med 2023; 23:32. [PMID: 36690987 PMCID: PMC9872310 DOI: 10.1186/s12890-022-02303-5] [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: 08/01/2022] [Accepted: 12/30/2022] [Indexed: 01/24/2023] Open
Abstract
OBJECTS The family with sequence similarity 83B (FAM83B) is one of the markers for poor prognosis in several carcinomas, but the expression and the mechanism resulted in malignant phenotype in lung adenocarcinoma (LUAD) remain to be elucidated. METHODS Data of RNA-seq in LUAD were downloaded from the cancer genome atlas (TCGA) database for differential expression and survival analysis, and immunohistochemistry was employed to analyze the protein expression of FAM83B in 126 cases of primary LUAD. The LUAD cell lines were collected for the detection of the effects on migration and invasion. Then, western blot was performed to measure the expression of tissue inhibitor of metalloproteinase (TIMP)-1 and activation of PI3K/AKT/NF-κB pathway. RESULTS FAM83B was overexpressed in multiple types of carcinomas; The differential expression analysis revealed that the level of FAM83B was higher in LUAD than that in para-carcinoma; The patients with overexpression of FAM83B were with shorter overall survival (OS), disease specific survival (DSS) and progress free interval (PFI); Enrichment analysis suggested it was related to the focal adhesion of LUAD. Immunohistochemistry analysis demonstrated that higher FAM83B expression was positively related to lymph node metastasis in primary. Scratch assay and Borden chamber assay showed that the overexpression of FAM83B promoted migration and invasion activity in vitro. Furthermore, high level of FAM83B accelerated the tumorigenesis in vivo. Western blot showed that TIMP-1 was upregulated in H1299/FAM83B OE cells accompanying by the activation of PI3K/AKT/NF-κB pathway. CONCLUSIONS FAM83B was a marker for poor prognosis of LUAD and it might promote the expression of TIMP-1 by activating PI3K/AKT/NF-κB pathway and then affect the ECM balance, which resulted in the migration and invasion of LUAD.
Collapse
Affiliation(s)
- Jing Zhang
- grid.27255.370000 0004 1761 1174Department of Pathology, School of Basic Medical Sciences, Shandong University, Jinan, 250012 Shandong China ,grid.27255.370000 0004 1761 1174Department of Pathology, Qilu Hospital, Shandong University, Jinan, 250012 Shandong China
| | - Jiajia Wang
- grid.27255.370000 0004 1761 1174Department of Pathology, School of Basic Medical Sciences, Shandong University, Jinan, 250012 Shandong China ,grid.27255.370000 0004 1761 1174Department of Pathology, Qilu Hospital, Shandong University, Jinan, 250012 Shandong China
| | - Ke Yue
- grid.27255.370000 0004 1761 1174Department of Pathology, School of Basic Medical Sciences, Shandong University, Jinan, 250012 Shandong China ,grid.27255.370000 0004 1761 1174Department of Pathology, Qilu Hospital, Shandong University, Jinan, 250012 Shandong China
| | - Panpan Li
- grid.27255.370000 0004 1761 1174Department of Pathology, School of Basic Medical Sciences, Shandong University, Jinan, 250012 Shandong China ,grid.27255.370000 0004 1761 1174Department of Pathology, Qilu Hospital, Shandong University, Jinan, 250012 Shandong China
| | - Wenping Shen
- grid.27255.370000 0004 1761 1174Department of Pathology, School of Basic Medical Sciences, Shandong University, Jinan, 250012 Shandong China ,grid.27255.370000 0004 1761 1174Department of Pathology, Qilu Hospital, Shandong University, Jinan, 250012 Shandong China
| | - Xiaowen Qiao
- grid.27255.370000 0004 1761 1174Department of Pathology, School of Basic Medical Sciences, Shandong University, Jinan, 250012 Shandong China ,grid.27255.370000 0004 1761 1174Department of Pathology, Qilu Hospital, Shandong University, Jinan, 250012 Shandong China
| | - Yan Wang
- grid.27255.370000 0004 1761 1174Department of Pathology, School of Basic Medical Sciences, Shandong University, Jinan, 250012 Shandong China ,grid.27255.370000 0004 1761 1174Department of Pathology, Qilu Hospital, Shandong University, Jinan, 250012 Shandong China
| | - Xiaojuan Wu
- grid.27255.370000 0004 1761 1174Department of Pathology, School of Basic Medical Sciences, Shandong University, Jinan, 250012 Shandong China ,grid.27255.370000 0004 1761 1174Department of Pathology, Qilu Hospital, Shandong University, Jinan, 250012 Shandong China
| |
Collapse
|
27
|
Jing M, Chen X, Qiu H, He W, Zhou Y, Li D, Wang D, Jiao Y, Liu A. Insights into the immunomodulatory regulation of matrix metalloproteinase at the maternal-fetal interface during early pregnancy and pregnancy-related diseases. Front Immunol 2023; 13:1067661. [PMID: 36700222 PMCID: PMC9869165 DOI: 10.3389/fimmu.2022.1067661] [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: 10/13/2022] [Accepted: 12/19/2022] [Indexed: 01/11/2023] Open
Abstract
Trophoblast immune cell interactions are central events in the immune microenvironment at the maternal-fetal interface. Their abnormalities are potential causes of various pregnancy complications, including pre-eclampsia and recurrent spontaneous abortion. Matrix metalloproteinase (MMP) is highly homologous, zinc(II)-containing metalloproteinase involved in altered uterine hemodynamics, closely associated with uterine vascular remodeling. However, the interactions between MMP and the immune microenvironment remain unclear. Here we discuss the key roles and potential interplay of MMP with the immune microenvironment in the embryo implantation process and pregnancy-related diseases, which may contribute to understanding the establishment and maintenance of normal pregnancy and providing new therapeutic strategies. Recent studies have shown that several tissue inhibitors of metalloproteinases (TIMPs) effectively prevent invasive vascular disease by modulating the activity of MMP. We summarize the main findings of these studies and suggest the possibility of TIMPs as emerging biomarkers and potential therapeutic targets for a range of complications induced by abnormalities in the immune microenvironment at the maternal-fetal interface. MMP and TIMPs are promising targets for developing new immunotherapies to treat pregnancy-related diseases caused by immune imbalance.
Collapse
Affiliation(s)
- Mengyu Jing
- Department of Reproductive Endocrinology, Women’s Hospital, Zhejiang University School of Medicine, Hangzhou, China,Key Laboratory of reproductive Genetics, Ministry of Education, Zhejiang University, Hangzhou, China
| | - Xi Chen
- Department of Reproductive Endocrinology, Women’s Hospital, Zhejiang University School of Medicine, Hangzhou, China,Key Laboratory of reproductive Genetics, Ministry of Education, Zhejiang University, Hangzhou, China
| | - Hongxia Qiu
- Department of Obstetrics, Hangzhou Fuyang Women And Children Hospital, Fuyang, China
| | - Weihua He
- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, First Affiliated Hospital, Zhejiang University College of Medicine, Hangzhou, China
| | - Ying Zhou
- Department of Reproductive Endocrinology, Women’s Hospital, Zhejiang University School of Medicine, Hangzhou, China,Key Laboratory of reproductive Genetics, Ministry of Education, Zhejiang University, Hangzhou, China
| | - Dan Li
- Department of Reproduction, People’s Hospital of Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region, Urumqi, Xinjiang, China
| | - Dimin Wang
- Department of Reproductive Endocrinology, Women’s Hospital, Zhejiang University School of Medicine, Hangzhou, China,Key Laboratory of reproductive Genetics, Ministry of Education, Zhejiang University, Hangzhou, China,*Correspondence: Yonghui Jiao, ; Dimin Wang, ; Aixia Liu,
| | - Yonghui Jiao
- Department of Reproduction, People’s Hospital of Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region, Urumqi, Xinjiang, China,*Correspondence: Yonghui Jiao, ; Dimin Wang, ; Aixia Liu,
| | - Aixia Liu
- Department of Reproductive Endocrinology, Women’s Hospital, Zhejiang University School of Medicine, Hangzhou, China,Key Laboratory of reproductive Genetics, Ministry of Education, Zhejiang University, Hangzhou, China,Department of Reproduction, People’s Hospital of Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region, Urumqi, Xinjiang, China,*Correspondence: Yonghui Jiao, ; Dimin Wang, ; Aixia Liu,
| |
Collapse
|
28
|
Wang Z, Jian M, Li X. Profiling of Multiple Matrix Metalloproteinases Activities in the Progression of Osteosarcoma by Peptide Microarray-Based Fluorescence Assay on Polymer Brush-Coated Zinc Oxide Nanorod Substrate. Methods Mol Biol 2023; 2578:161-175. [PMID: 36152286 DOI: 10.1007/978-1-0716-2732-7_11] [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] [Indexed: 06/16/2023]
Abstract
Peptide microarray provides the ability to miniaturize, parallelize, and automate high-throughput screening substrate specificities of enzymes, profiling of multiple enzyme activities, discovery of disease biomarkers, and development of drugs. Matrix metalloproteinases (MMPs) are demonstrated as important biomarkers of tumor invasion and metastasis. Herein, a peptide microarray-based fluorescence assay is proposed to profile multiple MMPs (MMP-1, MMP-2, MMP-3, MMP-7, MMP-9, and MMP-13) activities in the culture medium of four human osteosarcoma (OS) cells and in the progression of OS by using the mouse-bearing xenograft OSs including U-2OS and Saos-2 human. This method has excellent selectivity and sensitivity, which enables to detect the activities of cellular secreted MMP-1, MMP-2, MMP-3, MMP-7, MMP-9, and MMP-13 with limit of detection downs to 10 pM, 30 pM, 113 pM, 13 pM, 93 pM, and 12 pM, respectively. Furthermore, it is demonstrated that the activity pattern of MMPs is serum closely relevant to the disease progression and type of tumor.
Collapse
Affiliation(s)
- Zhenxin Wang
- State Key Laboratory of Electroanalytical Chemistry, Changchun Institute of Applied Chemistry, Chinese Academy of Sciences, Changchun, China.
- School of Applied Chemistry and Engineering, University of Science and Technology of China, Hefei, Anhui, China.
| | - Minghong Jian
- State Key Laboratory of Electroanalytical Chemistry, Changchun Institute of Applied Chemistry, Chinese Academy of Sciences, Changchun, China
- School of Applied Chemistry and Engineering, University of Science and Technology of China, Hefei, Anhui, China
| | - Xiaotong Li
- State Key Laboratory of Electroanalytical Chemistry, Changchun Institute of Applied Chemistry, Chinese Academy of Sciences, Changchun, China
- School of Applied Chemistry and Engineering, University of Science and Technology of China, Hefei, Anhui, China
| |
Collapse
|
29
|
Therapeutic effect of induced pluripotent stem cell -derived extracellular vesicles in an in vitro and in vivo osteoarthritis model. J Orthop Translat 2023; 38:141-155. [PMID: 36381245 PMCID: PMC9649362 DOI: 10.1016/j.jot.2022.10.004] [Citation(s) in RCA: 13] [Impact Index Per Article: 13.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/05/2022] [Revised: 08/16/2022] [Accepted: 10/07/2022] [Indexed: 11/11/2022] Open
Abstract
Background/Objective Osteoarthritis (OA) is a multifactorial joint disease associated with the deterioration of chondrocytes and inflammation. Treatment of OA is only aimed at reducing pain and improving joint function. Recently, extracellular vesicles (EVs) secreted from stem cells have emerged as a cell regenerative tool in several degenerative diseases, including OA. We hypothesised that induced pluripotent stem cell (iPSC)-derived EVs would be beneficial for regenerating chondrocytes and OA therapy. Therefore, we aimed to investigate iPSC-EVs' effects on chondrocyte behaviour in an interleukin 1 beta (IL-1β)-induced in vitro OA model and anterior cruciate ligament transection (ACLT)-induced in vivo OA model of rabbit articular cartilage. Methods The iPSC-EVs were isolated by sequential ultracentrifugation from a 48-h-incubated conditional medium of iPSC. The isolated iPSC-EVs were characterised by transmission electron microscopy, western blot analyses, and dynamic light scatter. The effects of iPSC-EVs on the viability of human primary chondrocytes and cell senescence were analysed. Premature senescence of cells was induced by long-term incubation with low doses of hydrogen peroxide. To investigate the therapeutic effect of iPSC-EVs on OA chondrocytes in vitro, IL-1β was used to induce chondrocyte damage. Inflammatory macrophages were activated from THP-1 monocytes to observe the impact of iPSC-EV on macrophage polarisation. The phenotypes of the macrophages exposed to iPSC-EVs were evaluated by ELISA and western blot analyses. The primary chondrocytes were co-cultured with different phenotypes of macrophages to observe the expression of collagen II and catabolic enzymes in chondrocytes. iPSC-EVs were injected intraarticularly into the rabbit with an ACLT-induced OA model. The progression of lesions was assessed through macroscopic and histopathological studies. Results We showed that iPSC-EVs significantly stimulated the proliferation of primary human chondrocytes and suppressed cell senescence by regulating the expression of p21 and collagen II. iPSC-EVs reduced matrix degradation enzymes and IL-6 expression and attenuated IL-1β-mediated cell death of chondrocytes. Furthermore, iPSC-EVs modulated macrophage polarisation, resulting in the rescue of damaged chondrocytes in an inflammatory microenvironment. In the rabbit ACLT model, the OA-like lesions, including inflammation, subchondral bone protrusion, and articular cartilage destruction, were ameliorated by iPSC-EV. A histopathological study consistently revealed that iPSC-EVs attenuated ACLT-mediated alteration of MMP13 and ADAMTS5 and collagen II expression. Conclusion iPSC-EVs protected chondrocytes by enhancing cell proliferation, suppressing premature senescence, and maintaining homeostasis of collagen II synthesis and matrix degradation enzymes such as matrix metalloproteinases (MMPs) and ADAMTS5. iPSC-EVs also reduced cell death in IL-1β-mediated chondrocyte cell damage. In the rabbit ACLT-induced OA model, iPSC-EV injection reduced cartilage destruction, as indicated by the upregulation of collagen II and down-regulation of MMP13 and ADAMTS5. Overall, our results suggest that iPSC-EVs possess therapeutic potential and may be used as an OA treatment option. The translational potential of this article This study highlights the potential of iPSC-EVs as a therapeutic option for chondrocyte regeneration and OA treatment.
Collapse
|
30
|
Chen YL, Zhang MH, Su LL, Sun LC, Qiu XJ, Lin D, Zhang LJ, Jin T, Cao MJ. Relationships of Matrix Metalloproteinase 1 and a Tissue Inhibitor of Metalloproteinase to Collagen Metabolism in Haliotis discus hannai. JOURNAL OF AGRICULTURAL AND FOOD CHEMISTRY 2022; 70:14886-14897. [PMID: 36398610 DOI: 10.1021/acs.jafc.2c05931] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 06/16/2023]
Abstract
In response to physical, chemical, and/or biological stimuli, considerable tissue self-degradation occurs in abalone, causing severe post-harvest quality loss. During this process, the extracellular matrix (ECM) is greatly degraded by endogenous proteases. The main component of the ECM is collagen, primarily type I collagen. Although the activity of matrix metalloproteinases (MMPs), which can specifically degrade collagen, is precisely regulated by tissue inhibitors of MPs (TIMPs), indicating that MMPs and TIMPs play crucial roles in the regulation of tissue self-degradation, few studies have reported the interaction between MMPs and TIMPs. In this study, we reveal collagenases to participate in postmortem tissue self-degradation of Haliotis discus hannai by degrading type I collagen. The recombinant MMP-1 catalytic domain (rMMP1c) of abalone with high purity and enzyme activity is expressed using a prokaryotic expression system. The optimum temperature and pH for rMMP1c are 37 °C and 7.0, respectively. The thermal denaturation temperature of rMMP1c is 67.0 ± 0.9 °C. Ethylenediamine tetraacetic acid (EDTA) and 1,10-phenanthroline can completely inhibit rMMP1c activity, while Ba2+, Ca2+, and Mg2+ can significantly elevate it. TIMP is also expressed using HEK 293F cells. Recombinant TIMP (rTIMP) shows good inhibitory activity toward rMMP1c. Inhibition kinetics analyses reveal rTIMP to be a competitive inhibitor of rMMP1c. Biolayer interferometry reveals that rTIMP can effectively bind with rMMP1c, with an equilibrium dissociation constant value of 263 nM. rMMP1c effectively degrades type I collagen γ-β-α chains in turn, and rTIMP can significantly inhibit rMMP1c degradation activity. These results provide a theoretical basis for the study of MMP and TIMP interaction and elucidate the possible mechanism for abalone tissue self-degradation.
Collapse
Affiliation(s)
- Yu-Lei Chen
- College of Ocean Food and Biological Engineering, Jimei University, Xiamen 361021, China
- Collaborative Innovation Center of Marine Food Deep Processing, Dalian Polytechnic University, Dalian 116034, China
| | - Ming-Hui Zhang
- College of Ocean Food and Biological Engineering, Jimei University, Xiamen 361021, China
| | - Le-Le Su
- College of Ocean Food and Biological Engineering, Jimei University, Xiamen 361021, China
| | - Le-Chang Sun
- College of Ocean Food and Biological Engineering, Jimei University, Xiamen 361021, China
- Collaborative Innovation Center of Marine Food Deep Processing, Dalian Polytechnic University, Dalian 116034, China
| | - Xu-Jian Qiu
- College of Ocean Food and Biological Engineering, Jimei University, Xiamen 361021, China
| | - Duanquan Lin
- College of Ocean Food and Biological Engineering, Jimei University, Xiamen 361021, China
- Collaborative Innovation Center of Marine Food Deep Processing, Dalian Polytechnic University, Dalian 116034, China
| | - Ling-Jing Zhang
- College of Ocean Food and Biological Engineering, Jimei University, Xiamen 361021, China
- Collaborative Innovation Center of Marine Food Deep Processing, Dalian Polytechnic University, Dalian 116034, China
| | - Tengchuan Jin
- CAS Key Laboratory of Innate Immunity and Chronic Disease, Division of Life Sciences and Medicine, University of Science & Technology of China, Hefei 230007, China
| | - Min-Jie Cao
- College of Ocean Food and Biological Engineering, Jimei University, Xiamen 361021, China
- Collaborative Innovation Center of Marine Food Deep Processing, Dalian Polytechnic University, Dalian 116034, China
| |
Collapse
|
31
|
Bahr JC, Li XY, Feinberg TY, Jiang L, Weiss SJ. Divergent regulation of basement membrane trafficking by human macrophages and cancer cells. Nat Commun 2022; 13:6409. [PMID: 36302921 PMCID: PMC9613642 DOI: 10.1038/s41467-022-34087-x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 12] [Impact Index Per Article: 6.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/11/2020] [Accepted: 10/13/2022] [Indexed: 12/25/2022] Open
Abstract
Macrophages and cancer cells populations are posited to navigate basement membrane barriers by either mobilizing proteolytic enzymes or deploying mechanical forces. Nevertheless, the relative roles, or identity, of the proteinase -dependent or -independent mechanisms used by macrophages versus cancer cells to transmigrate basement membrane barriers harboring physiologically-relevant covalent crosslinks remains ill-defined. Herein, both macrophages and cancer cells are shown to mobilize membrane-anchored matrix metalloproteinases to proteolytically remodel native basement membranes isolated from murine tissues while infiltrating the underlying interstitial matrix ex vivo. In the absence of proteolytic activity, however, only macrophages deploy actomyosin-generated forces to transmigrate basement membrane pores, thereby providing the cells with proteinase-independent access to the interstitial matrix while simultaneously exerting global effects on the macrophage transcriptome. By contrast, cancer cell invasive activity is reliant on metalloproteinase activity and neither mechanical force nor changes in nuclear rigidity rescue basement membrane transmigration. These studies identify membrane-anchored matrix metalloproteinases as key proteolytic effectors of basement membrane remodeling by macrophages and cancer cells while also defining the divergent invasive strategies used by normal and neoplastic cells to traverse native tissue barriers.
Collapse
Affiliation(s)
- Julian C Bahr
- Cancer Biology Graduate Program, University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, MI, 48109, USA
- Life Sciences Institute, University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, MI, 48109, USA
| | - Xiao-Yan Li
- Life Sciences Institute, University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, MI, 48109, USA
- Division of Genetic Medicine, University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, MI, 48109, USA
- Department of Internal Medicine, University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, MI, 48109, USA
| | - Tamar Y Feinberg
- Life Sciences Institute, University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, MI, 48109, USA
- Division of Genetic Medicine, University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, MI, 48109, USA
- Department of Internal Medicine, University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, MI, 48109, USA
| | - Long Jiang
- Life Sciences Institute, University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, MI, 48109, USA
- Division of Genetic Medicine, University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, MI, 48109, USA
- Department of Internal Medicine, University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, MI, 48109, USA
| | - Stephen J Weiss
- Cancer Biology Graduate Program, University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, MI, 48109, USA.
- Life Sciences Institute, University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, MI, 48109, USA.
- Division of Genetic Medicine, University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, MI, 48109, USA.
- Department of Internal Medicine, University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, MI, 48109, USA.
| |
Collapse
|
32
|
Ma N, Lu J, Pei Y, Robertson ES. Transcriptome reprogramming of Epstein-Barr virus infected epithelial and B cells reveals distinct host-virus interaction profiles. Cell Death Dis 2022; 13:894. [PMID: 36272970 PMCID: PMC9588026 DOI: 10.1038/s41419-022-05327-1] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/16/2022] [Revised: 10/05/2022] [Accepted: 10/06/2022] [Indexed: 11/07/2022]
Abstract
Epstein-Barr virus (EBV) is an opportunistic pathogen that can manifest itself as a potential contributor to human diseases years after primary infection, specifically in lymphoid and epithelial cell malignancies in immune-competent and immune-compromised hosts. The virus shuttles between B cells and epithelial cells during its infection cycle, facilitating its persistence and transmission in humans. While EBV efficiently infects and transforms B-lymphocytes, epithelial cells are not as susceptible to transformation in vitro. We utilized a 3D platform for culturing normal oral keratinocyte cells (NOKs) using Matrigel for greater insights into the molecular interactions between EBV and infected cells. We determined the transcriptome of EBV infected NOKs and peripheral blood mononuclear cells (PBMCs) for 7 and 15 days. LMPs (-1, -2A, and -2B) and EBNAs (-1, -2, -3A, -3B and -3C) were detected in all samples, and lytic gene expression was significantly higher in NOKs than PBMCs. We identified over 2000 cellular genes that were differentially expressed (P-value<0.05). Gene ontology (GO) and pathway analyses significantly identified pathways related to collagen-activation, chemokine signaling, immune response, metabolism, and antiviral responses. We also identified significant changes in metalloproteases and genes encoding chemotactic ligands and cell surface molecules. C-X-C chemokine receptor type 4 (CXCR4) was dramatically downregulated in PBMCs and upregulated in NOKs. However, MMP1 was significantly downregulated in NOKs and upregulated in PBMCs. Therefore, multiple pathways contribute to distinct pathologies associated with EBV infection in epithelial and B cells, and MMP1 and CXCR4 are critical molecules involved in regulation of latent and lytic states linked to viral associated diseases.
Collapse
Affiliation(s)
- Nian Ma
- Departments of Otorhinolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery, and Microbiology, the Tumor Virology Program, Abramson Cancer Center, Perelman School of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia, PA, USA
| | - Juan Lu
- Department of Otorhinolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery, Nanfang Hospital, Southern Medical University, Guangzhou, China
| | - Yonggang Pei
- School of Public Health and Emergency Management, Southern University of Science and Technology, Shenzhen, Guangdong, China
| | - Erle S Robertson
- Departments of Otorhinolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery, and Microbiology, the Tumor Virology Program, Abramson Cancer Center, Perelman School of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia, PA, USA.
| |
Collapse
|
33
|
Jeong HD, Kim JH, Kwon GE, Lee ST. Expression of Polyamine Oxidase in Fibroblasts Induces MMP-1 and Decreases the Integrity of Extracellular Matrix. Int J Mol Sci 2022; 23:ijms231810487. [PMID: 36142401 PMCID: PMC9504367 DOI: 10.3390/ijms231810487] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/16/2022] [Revised: 09/02/2022] [Accepted: 09/07/2022] [Indexed: 11/16/2022] Open
Abstract
Polyamine oxidase (PAOX) (N1-acetylpolyamine oxidase) is a major enzyme in the polyamine catabolism pathway that generates hydrogen peroxide. Hydrogen peroxide plays a crucial role in skin aging via extracellular matrix (ECM) degradation by increasing the matrix metalloproteinase-1 (MMP-1) levels. We analyzed the integrity of the ECM in foreskin fibroblasts using PAOX expression. PAOX increased the MMP-1 secretion and type Ι collagen degradation in 2D and 3D cultures of fibroblasts, respectively. Similarly, PAOX overexpression increased the messenger ribonucleic acid (mRNA) level of MMP-1. PAOX expression induced polyamine catabolism, decreased the spermine levels, and increased the putrescine levels. However, the exogenous polyamine treatment did not change the MMP-1 and type I collagen levels as much as PAOX expression. PAOX expression increased the reactive oxygen species (ROS) production in fibroblasts, and exogenous hydrogen peroxide increased both the ROS production and MMP-1 secretion. Furthermore, N-acetylcysteine, an antioxidant, reversed the PAOX-induced ROS production and MMP-1 secretion. PAOX induced the signaling pathways that activate activator protein-1 (AP-1) and nuclear factor kappa-light-chain-enhancer of activated B cells (NF-κB), which are important transcription factors for MMP-1 transactivation. We concluded that PAOX increased the ROS levels in fibroblasts, leading to an increase in MMP-1 expression. Therefore, we propose that PAOX is a potential target molecule in protecting the ECM integrity.
Collapse
Affiliation(s)
- Hae Dong Jeong
- Department of Biochemistry, College of Life Science and Biotechnology, Yonsei University, Seoul 03722, Korea
| | - Jin Hyung Kim
- Department of Biochemistry, College of Life Science and Biotechnology, Yonsei University, Seoul 03722, Korea
| | - Go Eun Kwon
- Molecular Recognition Research Center, Korea Institute of Science and Technology, Seoul 02792, Korea
| | - Seung-Taek Lee
- Department of Biochemistry, College of Life Science and Biotechnology, Yonsei University, Seoul 03722, Korea
- Correspondence: ; Tel.: +82-221232703
| |
Collapse
|
34
|
Kimura S, Yasudo H, Oga A, Fukano R, Matsushige T, Hamano H, Hasegawa H, Nakajima N, Ainai A, Itoh H, Shirabe K, Toda S, Atsuta R, Hasegawa S. Histological characteristics of matrix metalloproteinase-9 and tissue inhibitor of metalloproteinases-1 in asthmatic murine model during A(H1N1)pdm09 infection. Pathol Int 2022; 72:506-518. [PMID: 36066006 DOI: 10.1111/pin.13268] [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: 02/24/2022] [Accepted: 08/09/2022] [Indexed: 11/27/2022]
Abstract
Pandemic influenza virus A(H1N1)pdm09 infection occurred in healthy children and young adults, but asthmatic patients presented more rapid progression of respiratory distress and plastic bronchitis. To investigate the pathogenesis of worsening respiratory symptoms after A(H1N1)pdm09 infection, we focused on matrix metalloproteinase-9 (MMP-9) and tissue inhibitor of metalloproteinases-1 (TIMP-1). MMP-9 and TIMP-1 levels in bronchoalveolar lavage fluid and serum from mice with and without asthma were evaluated after A(H1N1)pdm09 or seasonal A(H1N1) infection. MMP-9 levels were more elevated in Asthma/A(H1N1)pdm09-infected mice than in non-Asthma/A(H1N1)pdm09-infected mice on both 3 and 7 days post-infection. Immunohistochemical findings in this pneumonia model showed that MMP-9 and TIMP-1 positive cells were observed in blood vessels and bronchus of lung tissue in severe pathological findings of pneumonia with asthma. Microscopically, shedding cells and secretions were conspicuous in the trachea on days 3 and 7 post-infection, in the A(H1N1)pdm09-infected mice with asthma. Our results suggest that MMP-9 and TIMP-1 expressions are related to severe pneumonia in the A(H1N1)pdm09 infection with asthma, leading to cause epithelial cell shedding.
Collapse
Affiliation(s)
- Sasagu Kimura
- Department of Pediatrics, Yamaguchi University Graduate School of Medicine, Ube, Japan
| | - Hiroki Yasudo
- Department of Pediatrics, Yamaguchi University Graduate School of Medicine, Ube, Japan
| | - Atsunori Oga
- Department of Pathology, Yamaguchi University Graduate School of Medicine, Ube, Japan
| | - Reiji Fukano
- Department of Pediatrics, Yamaguchi University Graduate School of Medicine, Ube, Japan
| | - Takeshi Matsushige
- Department of Pediatrics, Yamaguchi University Graduate School of Medicine, Ube, Japan
| | - Hiroki Hamano
- Department of Pediatrics, Yamaguchi University Graduate School of Medicine, Ube, Japan
| | - Hideki Hasegawa
- Department of Pathology, National Institute of Infectious Diseases, Shinjuku-ku, Japan
| | - Noriko Nakajima
- Department of Pathology, National Institute of Infectious Diseases, Shinjuku-ku, Japan
| | - Akira Ainai
- Department of Pathology, National Institute of Infectious Diseases, Shinjuku-ku, Japan
| | - Hiroshi Itoh
- Department of Pathology, Yamaguchi University Graduate School of Medicine, Ube, Japan
| | - Komei Shirabe
- Yamaguchi Prefectural Institute of Public Health and Environment, Yamaguchi, Japan
| | - Shoichi Toda
- Yamaguchi Prefectural Institute of Public Health and Environment, Yamaguchi, Japan
| | - Ryo Atsuta
- Akihabara Atsuta Clinic, Chiyoda-ku, Japan
| | - Shunji Hasegawa
- Department of Pediatrics, Yamaguchi University Graduate School of Medicine, Ube, Japan
| |
Collapse
|
35
|
Qiu Y, Sha L, Zhang X, Li G, Zhu W, Xu Q. Induction of A Disintegrin and Metalloproteinase with Thrombospondin motifs 1 by a rare variant or cognitive activities reduces hippocampal amyloid-β and consequent Alzheimer’s disease risk. Front Aging Neurosci 2022; 14:896522. [PMID: 36016856 PMCID: PMC9395645 DOI: 10.3389/fnagi.2022.896522] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/15/2022] [Accepted: 07/15/2022] [Indexed: 11/30/2022] Open
Abstract
Amyloid-β (Aβ) derived from amyloid precursor protein (APP) hydrolysis is acknowledged as the predominant hallmark of Alzheimer’s disease (AD) that especially correlates to genetics and daily activities. In 2019, meta-analysis of AD has discovered five new risk loci among which A Disintegrin and Metalloproteinase with Thrombospondin motifs 1 (ADAMTS1) has been further suggested in 2021 and 2022. To verify the association, we re-sequenced ADAMTS1 of clinical AD samples and subsequently identified a novel rare variant c.–2067A > C with watchable relevance (whereas the P-value was not significant after adjustment). Dual-luciferase assay showed that the variant sharply stimulated ADAMTS1 expression. In addition, ADAMTS1 was also clearly induced by pentylenetetrazol-ignited neuronal activity and enriched environment (EE). Inspired by the above findings, we investigated ADAMTS1’s role in APP metabolism in vitro and in vivo. Results showed that ADAMTS1 participated in APP hydrolysis and consequently decreased Aβ generation through inhibiting β-secretase-mediated cleavage. In addition, we also verified that the hippocampal amyloid load of AD mouse model was alleviated by the introduction of ADAMTS1, and thus spatial cognition was restored as well. This study revealed the contribution of ADAMTS1 to the connection of genetic and acquired factors with APP metabolism, and its potential in reducing hippocampal amyloid and consequent risk of AD.
Collapse
Affiliation(s)
- Yunjie Qiu
- State Key Laboratory of Medical Molecular Biology, School of Basic Medicine Peking Union Medical College, Institute of Basic Medical Sciences Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences, Beijing, China
| | - Longze Sha
- State Key Laboratory of Medical Molecular Biology, School of Basic Medicine Peking Union Medical College, Institute of Basic Medical Sciences Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences, Beijing, China
- Neuroscience Center, Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences, Beijing, China
| | - Xiuneng Zhang
- State Key Laboratory of Medical Molecular Biology, School of Basic Medicine Peking Union Medical College, Institute of Basic Medical Sciences Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences, Beijing, China
| | - Guanjun Li
- State Key Laboratory of Medical Molecular Biology, School of Basic Medicine Peking Union Medical College, Institute of Basic Medical Sciences Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences, Beijing, China
| | - Wanwan Zhu
- State Key Laboratory of Medical Molecular Biology, School of Basic Medicine Peking Union Medical College, Institute of Basic Medical Sciences Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences, Beijing, China
- Neuroscience Center, Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences, Beijing, China
| | - Qi Xu
- State Key Laboratory of Medical Molecular Biology, School of Basic Medicine Peking Union Medical College, Institute of Basic Medical Sciences Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences, Beijing, China
- Neuroscience Center, Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences, Beijing, China
- *Correspondence: Qi Xu,
| |
Collapse
|
36
|
de Almeida LGN, Thode H, Eslambolchi Y, Chopra S, Young D, Gill S, Devel L, Dufour A. Matrix Metalloproteinases: From Molecular Mechanisms to Physiology, Pathophysiology, and Pharmacology. Pharmacol Rev 2022; 74:712-768. [PMID: 35738680 DOI: 10.1124/pharmrev.121.000349] [Citation(s) in RCA: 101] [Impact Index Per Article: 50.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/14/2022] Open
Abstract
The first matrix metalloproteinase (MMP) was discovered in 1962 from the tail of a tadpole by its ability to degrade collagen. As their name suggests, matrix metalloproteinases are proteases capable of remodeling the extracellular matrix. More recently, MMPs have been demonstrated to play numerous additional biologic roles in cell signaling, immune regulation, and transcriptional control, all of which are unrelated to the degradation of the extracellular matrix. In this review, we will present milestones and major discoveries of MMP research, including various clinical trials for the use of MMP inhibitors. We will discuss the reasons behind the failures of most MMP inhibitors for the treatment of cancer and inflammatory diseases. There are still misconceptions about the pathophysiological roles of MMPs and the best strategies to inhibit their detrimental functions. This review aims to discuss MMPs in preclinical models and human pathologies. We will discuss new biochemical tools to track their proteolytic activity in vivo and ex vivo, in addition to future pharmacological alternatives to inhibit their detrimental functions in diseases. SIGNIFICANCE STATEMENT: Matrix metalloproteinases (MMPs) have been implicated in most inflammatory, autoimmune, cancers, and pathogen-mediated diseases. Initially overlooked, MMP contributions can be both beneficial and detrimental in disease progression and resolution. Thousands of MMP substrates have been suggested, and a few hundred have been validated. After more than 60 years of MMP research, there remain intriguing enigmas to solve regarding their biological functions in diseases.
Collapse
Affiliation(s)
- Luiz G N de Almeida
- Departments of Physiology and Pharmacology and Biochemistry and Molecular Biology, University of Calgary, Calgary, Canada (L.G.N.d.A., Y.E., S.C., D.Y., A.D.); Department of Physiology and Pharmacology, University of Western Ontario, London, Canada (S.G., H.T.); and Université Paris-Saclay, CEA, INRAE, Medicaments et Technologies pour la Santé, Gif-sur-Yvette, France (L.D.)
| | - Hayley Thode
- Departments of Physiology and Pharmacology and Biochemistry and Molecular Biology, University of Calgary, Calgary, Canada (L.G.N.d.A., Y.E., S.C., D.Y., A.D.); Department of Physiology and Pharmacology, University of Western Ontario, London, Canada (S.G., H.T.); and Université Paris-Saclay, CEA, INRAE, Medicaments et Technologies pour la Santé, Gif-sur-Yvette, France (L.D.)
| | - Yekta Eslambolchi
- Departments of Physiology and Pharmacology and Biochemistry and Molecular Biology, University of Calgary, Calgary, Canada (L.G.N.d.A., Y.E., S.C., D.Y., A.D.); Department of Physiology and Pharmacology, University of Western Ontario, London, Canada (S.G., H.T.); and Université Paris-Saclay, CEA, INRAE, Medicaments et Technologies pour la Santé, Gif-sur-Yvette, France (L.D.)
| | - Sameeksha Chopra
- Departments of Physiology and Pharmacology and Biochemistry and Molecular Biology, University of Calgary, Calgary, Canada (L.G.N.d.A., Y.E., S.C., D.Y., A.D.); Department of Physiology and Pharmacology, University of Western Ontario, London, Canada (S.G., H.T.); and Université Paris-Saclay, CEA, INRAE, Medicaments et Technologies pour la Santé, Gif-sur-Yvette, France (L.D.)
| | - Daniel Young
- Departments of Physiology and Pharmacology and Biochemistry and Molecular Biology, University of Calgary, Calgary, Canada (L.G.N.d.A., Y.E., S.C., D.Y., A.D.); Department of Physiology and Pharmacology, University of Western Ontario, London, Canada (S.G., H.T.); and Université Paris-Saclay, CEA, INRAE, Medicaments et Technologies pour la Santé, Gif-sur-Yvette, France (L.D.)
| | - Sean Gill
- Departments of Physiology and Pharmacology and Biochemistry and Molecular Biology, University of Calgary, Calgary, Canada (L.G.N.d.A., Y.E., S.C., D.Y., A.D.); Department of Physiology and Pharmacology, University of Western Ontario, London, Canada (S.G., H.T.); and Université Paris-Saclay, CEA, INRAE, Medicaments et Technologies pour la Santé, Gif-sur-Yvette, France (L.D.)
| | - Laurent Devel
- Departments of Physiology and Pharmacology and Biochemistry and Molecular Biology, University of Calgary, Calgary, Canada (L.G.N.d.A., Y.E., S.C., D.Y., A.D.); Department of Physiology and Pharmacology, University of Western Ontario, London, Canada (S.G., H.T.); and Université Paris-Saclay, CEA, INRAE, Medicaments et Technologies pour la Santé, Gif-sur-Yvette, France (L.D.)
| | - Antoine Dufour
- Departments of Physiology and Pharmacology and Biochemistry and Molecular Biology, University of Calgary, Calgary, Canada (L.G.N.d.A., Y.E., S.C., D.Y., A.D.); Department of Physiology and Pharmacology, University of Western Ontario, London, Canada (S.G., H.T.); and Université Paris-Saclay, CEA, INRAE, Medicaments et Technologies pour la Santé, Gif-sur-Yvette, France (L.D.)
| |
Collapse
|
37
|
Chan YP, Chuang CH, Lee I, Yang NC. Lycopene in Combination With Sorafenib Additively Inhibits Tumor Metastasis in Mice Xenografted With Lewis Lung Carcinoma Cells. Front Nutr 2022; 9:886988. [PMID: 35711540 PMCID: PMC9197118 DOI: 10.3389/fnut.2022.886988] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/01/2022] [Accepted: 04/14/2022] [Indexed: 11/19/2022] Open
Abstract
Cancer metastasis is the leading cause of death in cancer patients. However, it is unclear whether lycopene can act as an adjuvant to increase the anti-metastatic activity of anticancer drugs. Here, we examined the anti-lung-metastatic effects and the mechanism of lycopene in combination with sorafenib in C57BL/6 mice xenografted with Lewis lung carcinoma (LLC) cells. The mice were divided into five groups: (1) tumor control; (2) lycopene (5 mg/kg); (3) sorafenib (30 mg/kg); (4) lycopene (2 mg/kg) + sorafenib (30 mg/kg); (5) lycopene (5 mg/kg) + sorafenib (30 mg/kg). The results showed that lycopene reduced the number of metastatic tumors in the lungs, which was further suppressed by the combined treatment with sorafenib. The activities of matrix metalloproteinase (MMP)-2 and−9 were further inhibited and TIMP-1 and−2, and NM23-H1, the MMPs negative modulators, were further activated in the combined treatment. Mechanistically, we found that lycopene and sorafenib could additively inhibit the mitogen-activated protein kinase (MAPK) pathways, as shown by the protein phosphorylation of ERK1/2, JNK1/2 and p38 were reduced additively. Overall, the present study demonstrates that lycopene in combination with sorafenib additively inhibits the lung metastasis of tumor, indicating lycopene has potential as an adjuvant for sorafenib in cancer treatment.
Collapse
Affiliation(s)
- Ya-Ping Chan
- Department of Food Science and Biotechnology, National Chung Hsing University, Taichung, Taiwan
| | | | - Inn Lee
- Department of Nutrition, Chung Shan Medical University, Taichung, Taiwan
| | - Nae-Cherng Yang
- Department of Nutrition, Chung Shan Medical University, Taichung, Taiwan.,Department of Nutrition, Chung Shan Medical University Hospital, Taichung, Taiwan
| |
Collapse
|
38
|
Yan W, Han Q, Gong L, Zhan X, Li W, Guo Z, Zhao J, Li T, Bai Z, Wu J, Huang Y, Lv L, Zhao H, Cai H, Huang S, Diao X, Chen Y, Gong W, Xia Q, Man J, Chen L, Dai G, Zhou T. MBD3 promotes hepatocellular carcinoma progression and metastasis through negative regulation of tumour suppressor TFPI2. Br J Cancer 2022; 127:612-623. [PMID: 35501390 PMCID: PMC9381593 DOI: 10.1038/s41416-022-01831-5] [Citation(s) in RCA: 9] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/10/2021] [Revised: 04/03/2022] [Accepted: 04/14/2022] [Indexed: 12/24/2022] Open
Abstract
Background The mechanism of recurrence and metastasis of hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC) is complex and challenging. Methyl-CpG binding domain protein 3 (MBD3) is a key epigenetic regulator involved in the progression and metastasis of several cancers, but its role in HCC remains unknown. Methods MBD3 expression in HCC was detected by immunohistochemistry and its association with clinicopathological features and patient’s survival was analysed. The effects of MBD3 on hepatoma cells growth and metastasis were investigated, and the mechanism was explored. Results MBD3 is significantly highly expressed in HCC, associated with the advanced tumour stage and poor prognosis in HCC patients. MBD3 promotes the growth, angiogenesis and metastasis of HCC cells by inhibiting the tumour suppressor tissue factor pathway inhibitor 2 (TFPI2). Mechanistically, MBD3 can inhibit the TFPI2 transcription via the Nucleosome Remodeling and Deacetylase (NuRD) complex-mediated deacetylation, thus reactivating the activity of matrix metalloproteinases (MMPs) and PI3K/AKT signaling pathway, leading to the progression and metastasis of HCC Conclusions Our results unravel the novel regulatory function of MBD3 in the progression and metastasis of HCC and identify MBD3 as an independent unfavourable prognostic factor for HCC patients, suggesting its potential as a promising therapeutic target as well.
Collapse
Affiliation(s)
- Weiwei Yan
- State Key Laboratory of Proteomics, Institute of Basic Medical Sciences, National Center of Biomedical Analysis, 100850, Beijing, China.,Department of Radiation Oncology, 5th Medical Center of Chinese PLA General Hospital, 100853, Beijing, China
| | - Qiuying Han
- State Key Laboratory of Proteomics, Institute of Basic Medical Sciences, National Center of Biomedical Analysis, 100850, Beijing, China.,Nanhu Laboratory, 314002, Jiaxing, Zhejiang Province, China
| | - Lin Gong
- Department of Hepatobiliary Surgery, PLA navy No. 971 Hospital, 266071, Qingdao, Shandong Province, China
| | - Xiaoyan Zhan
- State Key Laboratory of Proteomics, Institute of Basic Medical Sciences, National Center of Biomedical Analysis, 100850, Beijing, China
| | - Wanjin Li
- State Key Laboratory of Proteomics, Institute of Basic Medical Sciences, National Center of Biomedical Analysis, 100850, Beijing, China
| | - Zenglin Guo
- State Key Laboratory of Proteomics, Institute of Basic Medical Sciences, National Center of Biomedical Analysis, 100850, Beijing, China
| | - Jiangman Zhao
- State Key Laboratory of Proteomics, Institute of Basic Medical Sciences, National Center of Biomedical Analysis, 100850, Beijing, China
| | - Tingting Li
- State Key Laboratory of Proteomics, Institute of Basic Medical Sciences, National Center of Biomedical Analysis, 100850, Beijing, China
| | - Zhaofang Bai
- Department of Liver Disease, 5th Medical Center of Chinese PLA General Hospital, 100039, Beijing, China
| | - Jin Wu
- State Key Laboratory of Proteomics, Institute of Basic Medical Sciences, National Center of Biomedical Analysis, 100850, Beijing, China
| | - Yan Huang
- State Key Laboratory of Proteomics, Institute of Basic Medical Sciences, National Center of Biomedical Analysis, 100850, Beijing, China
| | - Luye Lv
- State Key Laboratory of Proteomics, Institute of Basic Medical Sciences, National Center of Biomedical Analysis, 100850, Beijing, China
| | - Haixin Zhao
- State Key Laboratory of Proteomics, Institute of Basic Medical Sciences, National Center of Biomedical Analysis, 100850, Beijing, China
| | - Hong Cai
- State Key Laboratory of Proteomics, Institute of Basic Medical Sciences, National Center of Biomedical Analysis, 100850, Beijing, China
| | - Shaoyi Huang
- State Key Laboratory of Proteomics, Institute of Basic Medical Sciences, National Center of Biomedical Analysis, 100850, Beijing, China
| | - Xinwei Diao
- State Key Laboratory of Proteomics, Institute of Basic Medical Sciences, National Center of Biomedical Analysis, 100850, Beijing, China
| | - Yuan Chen
- State Key Laboratory of Proteomics, Institute of Basic Medical Sciences, National Center of Biomedical Analysis, 100850, Beijing, China
| | - Weili Gong
- State Key Laboratory of Proteomics, Institute of Basic Medical Sciences, National Center of Biomedical Analysis, 100850, Beijing, China
| | - Qing Xia
- State Key Laboratory of Proteomics, Institute of Basic Medical Sciences, National Center of Biomedical Analysis, 100850, Beijing, China
| | - Jianghong Man
- State Key Laboratory of Proteomics, Institute of Basic Medical Sciences, National Center of Biomedical Analysis, 100850, Beijing, China
| | - Liang Chen
- State Key Laboratory of Proteomics, Institute of Basic Medical Sciences, National Center of Biomedical Analysis, 100850, Beijing, China. .,Nanhu Laboratory, 314002, Jiaxing, Zhejiang Province, China.
| | - Guanghai Dai
- Department of Oncology, 5th Medical Center of Chinese PLA General Hospital, 100853, Beijing, China.
| | - Tao Zhou
- State Key Laboratory of Proteomics, Institute of Basic Medical Sciences, National Center of Biomedical Analysis, 100850, Beijing, China. .,Nanhu Laboratory, 314002, Jiaxing, Zhejiang Province, China.
| |
Collapse
|
39
|
Xie W, Sun G, Zhu J, Wang H, Han Z, Wang P. Anti-POSTN and Anti-TIMP1 Autoantibodies as Diagnostic Markers in Esophageal Squamous Cell Carcinoma. Front Genet 2022; 13:860611. [PMID: 35559040 PMCID: PMC9087588 DOI: 10.3389/fgene.2022.860611] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/23/2022] [Accepted: 03/29/2022] [Indexed: 11/13/2022] Open
Abstract
Esophageal cancer is one of the most commonly diagnosed malignant gastrointestinal tumors. The aim of the study was to explore the diagnostic values of anti-POSTN and anti-TIMP1 autoantibodies in esophageal squamous cell carcinoma (ESCC). Differentially expressed genes (DEGs) associated with esophageal cancer were screened out by the LIMMA method in the Gene Expression Profiling Interactive Analysis (GEPIA) platform. Search Tool for the Retrieval of Interacting Genes (STRING) was used to construct the protein-protein interaction (PPI) based on highly DEGs. The candidate hub genes were the intersection genes calculated based on degree and Maximal Clique Centrality (MCC) algorithms via Cytoscape. A total of 370 participants including 185 ESCC patients and 185 matched normal controls were enrolled in enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay (ELISA) to detect the expression levels of autoantibodies corresponding to POSTN and TIMP1 proteins. A total of 375 DEGs with high expression were obtained in esophageal cancer. A total of 20 hub genes were acquired using the cytoHubba plugin by degree and MCC algorithms. The expression levels of anti-POSTN and anti-TIMP1 autoantibodies were higher in the sera of ESCC patients (p < 0.05). Anti-POSTN autoantibody can diagnose ESCC patients with an AUC of 0.638 at the specificity of 90.27% and sensitivity of 27.57%, and anti-TIMP1 autoantibody can diagnose ESCC patients with an AUC of 0.585 at the specificity of 90.27% and sensitivity of 20.54% (p < 0.05). In addition, anti-POSTN and anti-TIMP1 autoantibodies can distinguish ESCC patients from normal controls in most clinical subgroups (p < 0.05). In conclusion, anti-POSTN and anti-TIMP1 autoantibodies may be considered the potential biomarkers in the clinical diagnosis of ESCC.
Collapse
Affiliation(s)
- Weihong Xie
- Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, The First Affiliated Hospital, Zhengzhou University, Zhengzhou, China
| | - Guiying Sun
- Department of Epidemiology and Statistics and State Key Laboratory of Esophageal Cancer Prevention & Treatment, College of Public Health, Zhengzhou University, Zhengzhou, China
- Henan Key Laboratory of Tumor Epidemiology and State Key Laboratory of Esophageal Cancer Prevention & Treatment, Zhengzhou University, Zhengzhou, China
| | - Jicun Zhu
- Department of Epidemiology and Statistics and State Key Laboratory of Esophageal Cancer Prevention & Treatment, College of Public Health, Zhengzhou University, Zhengzhou, China
- Henan Key Laboratory of Tumor Epidemiology and State Key Laboratory of Esophageal Cancer Prevention & Treatment, Zhengzhou University, Zhengzhou, China
| | - Huimin Wang
- Henan Key Laboratory of Tumor Epidemiology and State Key Laboratory of Esophageal Cancer Prevention & Treatment, Zhengzhou University, Zhengzhou, China
- Academy of Medical Science, Zhengzhou University, Zhengzhou, China
| | - Zhuo Han
- Department of Epidemiology and Statistics and State Key Laboratory of Esophageal Cancer Prevention & Treatment, College of Public Health, Zhengzhou University, Zhengzhou, China
- Henan Key Laboratory of Tumor Epidemiology and State Key Laboratory of Esophageal Cancer Prevention & Treatment, Zhengzhou University, Zhengzhou, China
| | - Peng Wang
- Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, The First Affiliated Hospital, Zhengzhou University, Zhengzhou, China
- Department of Epidemiology and Statistics and State Key Laboratory of Esophageal Cancer Prevention & Treatment, College of Public Health, Zhengzhou University, Zhengzhou, China
- Henan Key Laboratory of Tumor Epidemiology and State Key Laboratory of Esophageal Cancer Prevention & Treatment, Zhengzhou University, Zhengzhou, China
| |
Collapse
|
40
|
Fu X, Li T, Yao Q. The Effect of Ophiopogonin C in Ameliorating Radiation-Induced Pulmonary Fibrosis in C57BL/6 Mice: An Update Study. Front Oncol 2022; 12:811183. [PMID: 35433490 PMCID: PMC9007236 DOI: 10.3389/fonc.2022.811183] [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: 11/08/2021] [Accepted: 02/28/2022] [Indexed: 11/13/2022] Open
Abstract
Background The aim of this study was to assess and update the protective effects and underlying mechanisms of Ophiopogonin C (OP-C), a biologically active component separated and purified from Ophiopogon japonicus, in ameliorating radiation-induced pulmonary fibrosis in C57BL/6 mice administered thoracic radiation. Methods and Materials We randomly divided 75 mice into five groups and administered a dose of 12-Gy whole thoracic radiation to establish a pulmonary fibrosis animal model. Mice were treated with OP-C or dexamethasone combined with or without cephalexin by daily gavage for 4 weeks. All mice were sacrificed after the completion of thoracic irradiation at 28 weeks. Serum levels of interleukin-6 and transforming growth factor-β1 (TGF-β1) were evaluated. Moreover, superoxide dismutase (SOD) levels in lung tissue were measured. The severity of fibrosis was evaluated using the hydroxyproline content of the lung tissue. The pathological changes in the five groups were detected by hematoxylin and eosin and Masson trichrome staining. Smooth muscle actin expression was detected using immunohistochemical staining. Matrix metalloproteinases-2 (MMP-2) and tissue inhibitors of metalloproteases-2 (TIMP-2) were examined by immunohistochemical staining of the lung sections, and semiquantitative analysis was used to calculate the expression of MMP-2 and TIMP-2. Results Irradiated mice treated with OP-C or DXE combined with or without cephalexin significantly reduced mortality in mice and fibrosis levels by 1) reducing the deposition of collagen and accumulation of inflammatory cells and fibroblasts, 2) downgrading levels of the promote-fibrosis cytokine TGF-β1, and 3) increasing SOD activity in the lung tissue compared with that of irradiated mice without treatment. However, there were no statistical differences in fibrosis levels among the irradiated mice treated with OP-C or DXE combined with or without cephalexin. Conclusion OP-C significantly ameliorates radiation-induced pulmonary fibrosis and may be a promising therapeutic strategy for this disorder.
Collapse
Affiliation(s)
- Xiaobin Fu
- Department of Radiation Oncology, The Second Affiliated Hospital of Fujian Medical University, Quanzhou, China
| | - Tingting Li
- Department of Radiation Oncology, The Second Affiliated Hospital of Fujian Medical University, Quanzhou, China
| | - Qiwei Yao
- Department of Radiation Oncology, Fujian Medical University Cancer Hospital & Fujian Cancer Hospital, Fuzhou, China
| |
Collapse
|
41
|
Adeyi AO, Mustapha KK, Ajisebiola BS, Adeyi OE, Metibemu DS, Okonji RE. Inhibition of Echis ocellatus venom metalloprotease by flavonoid-rich ethyl acetate sub-fraction of Moringa oleifera (Lam.) leaves: in vitro and in silico approaches. TOXIN REV 2022. [DOI: 10.1080/15569543.2021.1893334] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/21/2022]
Affiliation(s)
| | | | | | - Olubisi Esther Adeyi
- Department of Biochemistry, Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta, Nigeria
| | | | - Raphael Emuebie Okonji
- Department of Biochemistry and Molecular Biology, Obafemi Awolowo University, Ile-Ife, Nigeria
| |
Collapse
|
42
|
Li H, Sheng Z, Khan S, Zhang R, Liu Y, Zhang Y, Yong VW, Xue M. Matrix Metalloproteinase-9 as an Important Contributor to the Pathophysiology of Depression. Front Neurol 2022; 13:861843. [PMID: 35370878 PMCID: PMC8971905 DOI: 10.3389/fneur.2022.861843] [Citation(s) in RCA: 14] [Impact Index Per Article: 7.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/25/2022] [Accepted: 02/21/2022] [Indexed: 11/13/2022] Open
Abstract
Matrix metalloproteinases (MMPs) are physiologically expressed in the central nervous system in neurons, astrocytes and microglia, and their aberrant elevation contributes to a number of diseases. Amongst the MMP members, MMP−9 has generated considerable attention because of its possible involvement in inflammatory responses, blood-brain barrier permeability, the regulation of perineuronal nets, demyelination, and synaptic long-term potentiation. Emerging evidence indicate an association between MMP−9 and the syndrome of depression. This review provides an updated and comprehensive summary of the probable roles of MMP−9 in depression with an emphasis on the mechanisms and potential of MMP−9 as a biomarker of depression.
Collapse
Affiliation(s)
- Hongmin Li
- The Department of Cerebrovascular Diseases, The Second Affiliated Hospital of Zhengzhou University, Zhengzhou, China
- The Henan Medical Key Laboratory of Translational Cerebrovascular Diseases, Zhengzhou, China
| | - Zhaofu Sheng
- The Department of Cerebrovascular Diseases, The Second Affiliated Hospital of Zhengzhou University, Zhengzhou, China
- The Henan Medical Key Laboratory of Translational Cerebrovascular Diseases, Zhengzhou, China
| | - Suliman Khan
- The Department of Cerebrovascular Diseases, The Second Affiliated Hospital of Zhengzhou University, Zhengzhou, China
- The Henan Medical Key Laboratory of Translational Cerebrovascular Diseases, Zhengzhou, China
| | - Ruiyi Zhang
- The Department of Cerebrovascular Diseases, The Second Affiliated Hospital of Zhengzhou University, Zhengzhou, China
- The Henan Medical Key Laboratory of Translational Cerebrovascular Diseases, Zhengzhou, China
| | - Yang Liu
- The Department of Cerebrovascular Diseases, The Second Affiliated Hospital of Zhengzhou University, Zhengzhou, China
- The Henan Medical Key Laboratory of Translational Cerebrovascular Diseases, Zhengzhou, China
| | - Yan Zhang
- The Department of Cerebrovascular Diseases, The Second Affiliated Hospital of Zhengzhou University, Zhengzhou, China
- The Henan Medical Key Laboratory of Translational Cerebrovascular Diseases, Zhengzhou, China
| | - V. Wee Yong
- Hotchkiss Brain Institute, University of Calgary, Calgary, AB, Canada
- Department of Clinical Neurosciences, University of Calgary, Calgary, AB, Canada
- *Correspondence: V. Wee Yong
| | - Mengzhou Xue
- The Department of Cerebrovascular Diseases, The Second Affiliated Hospital of Zhengzhou University, Zhengzhou, China
- The Henan Medical Key Laboratory of Translational Cerebrovascular Diseases, Zhengzhou, China
- Mengzhou Xue
| |
Collapse
|
43
|
Esfandiari G, Ghasempour G, Kakavandi N, Soleimani A, Rahimi B, Bahraini E, Najafi M, Khosravi M. A motif in metallopeptidase inhibitor decreases effectively the activity of macrophage metalloproteinases. CURR PROTEOMICS 2022. [DOI: 10.2174/1570164619666220304162545] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/22/2022]
Abstract
Objective:
The tissue remodeling process and cellular migration relate to the activities of matrix metalloproteinases (MMPs). The aim of this study was to investigate the effects of a predicted motif from TIMPs on the MMP-2 and MMP-9 activities secreted from the differentiated macrophages.
Methods and Materials:
The monocytes were isolated from the healthy individuals by RosetteSep kit and were differentiated into macrophages using M-CSF. A 4-amino acid motif (TCAP) was predicted using bioinformatics tools. Zymography technique was applied for the measurement of MMP activities. The docking studies were also investigated between MMPs, tetrapeptide, and Batimastat.
Results:
The TCAP inhibited significantly the differentiated macrophage MMP-2 and MMP-9 activities (p=0.0001and p=0.01, respectively). The docking results suggested the some MMP amino acids are involved with both tetrapeptide (TCAP), and Batimastat,
Conclution:
The data showed that the small motif (TCAP) of TIMPs inhibits effectively the MMP-2 activity.
Collapse
Affiliation(s)
- Golnaz Esfandiari
- Biochemistry Department, Iran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
| | - Ghasem Ghasempour
- Biochemistry Department, Iran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
| | - Naser Kakavandi
- Biochemistry Department, Iran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
| | - Ali Soleimani
- Biochemistry Department, Iran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
| | - Borhan Rahimi
- Biochemistry Department, Iran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
| | - Elham Bahraini
- Biochemistry Department, Iran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
| | - Mohammad Najafi
- Biochemistry Department, Iran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
| | - Mohsen Khosravi
- Biochemistry Department, Iran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
| |
Collapse
|
44
|
Lv Z, Han G, Li C. Tissue inhibitor of metalloproteinases 1 is involved in ROS-mediated inflammation via regulating matrix metalloproteinase 1 expression in the sea cucumber Apostichopus japonicus. DEVELOPMENTAL AND COMPARATIVE IMMUNOLOGY 2022; 127:104298. [PMID: 34662683 DOI: 10.1016/j.dci.2021.104298] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/28/2021] [Revised: 10/11/2021] [Accepted: 10/14/2021] [Indexed: 06/13/2023]
Abstract
Tissue inhibitors of metalloproteinases (TIMPs) serve as matrix metalloproteinase (MMP) inhibitors in the pathogenesis of inflammatory diseases in vertebrates. We cloned and characterised the TIMP1 gene from Apostichopus japonicus using RACE approaches (designated as AjTIMP1). For Vibrio splendidus-challenged sea cucumbers, the peak expression of AjTIMP1 mRNAs in coelomocytes was detected at 24 h (23.44-fold) and remained at high levels (4.01-fold) until 72 h. Similarly, AjTIMP1 expression was upregulated in primary coelomocytes exposed to 10 μg mL-1 LPS. AjTIMP1 was expressed in all tissues, and the highest expression was observed in the body wall. Functional investigation revealed an imbalance in the ratio of AjMMP1/AjTIMP1 in the skin ulceration syndrome (SUS) diseased group; it was sharply up-regulated to 3.97:1 compared with the healthy group. Furthermore, when AjTIMP1 was knocked down using small interfering RNA (siRNA-KD) to 0.4-fold, AjMMP1 and AjMMP19 were upregulated to 1.99- and 1.85-fold, respectively. AjTIMP1 siRNA-KD can promote ROS production by 26.2%, whereas AjMMP1 siRNA-KD can eliminate the increase in ROS. In inflamed tissues, collagen I and III levels were decreased by 33.1% and 33.6%, respectively, in the AjTIMP1 siRNA group at 24 h AjTIMP1 was involved in the inflammatory response by mediating ROS formation and collagen degradation.
Collapse
Affiliation(s)
- Zhimeng Lv
- State Key Laboratory for Quality and Safety of Agro-products, Ningbo University, Ningbo, 315211, PR China
| | - Guanghui Han
- State Key Laboratory for Quality and Safety of Agro-products, Ningbo University, Ningbo, 315211, PR China
| | - Chenghua Li
- State Key Laboratory for Quality and Safety of Agro-products, Ningbo University, Ningbo, 315211, PR China; Laboratory for Marine Fisheries Science and Food Production Processes, Qingdao National Laboratory for Marine Science and Technology, Qingdao, 266071, PR China.
| |
Collapse
|
45
|
Rusanov VB, Pastushkova LK, Chernikova AG, Kashirina DN, Goncharova AG, Nosovsky AM, Kussmaul AR, Yakhya YD, Popova OV, Brzhozovskiy AG, Orlov OI, Larina IM. Relationship of collagen as the component of the extracellular matrix with the mechanisms of autonomic regulation of the cardiovascular system under simulated conditions of long-term isolation. LIFE SCIENCES IN SPACE RESEARCH 2022; 32:17-25. [PMID: 35065757 DOI: 10.1016/j.lssr.2021.10.002] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/25/2021] [Revised: 10/03/2021] [Accepted: 10/07/2021] [Indexed: 06/14/2023]
Abstract
The study of proteins - potential markers, associated signal transduction pathways, and their targets - provides a new understanding of the fundamental mechanisms occurring at the level of regulatory processes in the cardiovascular system (CVS), especially in space flight, as well as in model experiments that reproduce its individual effects on the human body. The article presents the results of studies in an experiment with 120-day isolation within the framework of the SIRIUS project in which 6 volunteers aged 28 to 44 years (three men and three women) participated. SIRIUS (Scientific International Research in Unique Terrestrial Station) is the international research project, which studies the issues of biomedical and psychological support of long-term manned space flights. The possible involvement of collagen different types, an extracellular matrix protein, in the mechanisms of autonomic regulation of the CVS was studied. Using chromatic mass spectrometry in urine samples and analysis of heart rate variability, we have established that the extracellular matrix collagen, which is present, in particular, in the structure of the blood vessel wall, are markers associated with the modulating effect of the autonomic nervous system on the regulatory mechanisms of blood circulation. We hypothesized that these proteins may be a biomarker of the autonomic balance in the regulatory mechanisms of the circulatory system. In addition, these proteins can also be markers of the aging process, which increases the risks of developing autonomic dysfunction of the cardiovascular system (dominance of sympathicotonia) and changes in the quality of the tissue of the heart muscle and blood vessels, provoking the development of prenosological conditions and diseases of the cardiovascular system.
Collapse
Affiliation(s)
- V B Rusanov
- Institute of Biomedical Problems of the Russian Academy of Sciences, Russian Federation
| | - L Kh Pastushkova
- Institute of Biomedical Problems of the Russian Academy of Sciences, Russian Federation
| | - A G Chernikova
- Institute of Biomedical Problems of the Russian Academy of Sciences, Russian Federation
| | - D N Kashirina
- Institute of Biomedical Problems of the Russian Academy of Sciences, Russian Federation
| | - A G Goncharova
- Institute of Biomedical Problems of the Russian Academy of Sciences, Russian Federation
| | - A M Nosovsky
- Institute of Biomedical Problems of the Russian Academy of Sciences, Russian Federation
| | - A R Kussmaul
- Institute of Biomedical Problems of the Russian Academy of Sciences, Russian Federation.
| | - Y D Yakhya
- Institute of Biomedical Problems of the Russian Academy of Sciences, Russian Federation
| | - O V Popova
- Institute of Biomedical Problems of the Russian Academy of Sciences, Russian Federation
| | - A G Brzhozovskiy
- Institute of Biomedical Problems of the Russian Academy of Sciences, Russian Federation
| | - O I Orlov
- Institute of Biomedical Problems of the Russian Academy of Sciences, Russian Federation
| | - I M Larina
- Institute of Biomedical Problems of the Russian Academy of Sciences, Russian Federation
| |
Collapse
|
46
|
Karila T, Tervahartiala T, Cohen B, Sorsa T. The collagenases: are they tractable targets for preventing cartilage destruction in osteoarthritis? Expert Opin Ther Targets 2022; 26:93-105. [PMID: 35081858 DOI: 10.1080/14728222.2022.2035362] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/04/2022]
Abstract
INTRODUCTION The etiology and pathogenesis of osteoarthritis (OA) have been intensely investigated; however, the disease course and progression are not completely understood. A prominent role for interstitial collagenases is recognized in this degenerative process, hence strategies to target them are of major interest. AREAS COVERED The pathogenesis of OA, the role of interstitial collagenases (MMP-1, -8 and -13) and collagenase modifying drugs are examined and discussed. We reviewed relevant papers from PubMed and Google Scholar. EXPERT OPINION There is strong evidence for the therapeutic potential of MMP inhibitors in OA; however, they are not expected to impact the inflammatory process. Therefore, there is a need for a relative inhibitor of MMP-13 collagenase which possesses anti-inflammatory properties. The identification of novel broad-spectrum relative multiple peptidase inhibitors could provide desirable tools for the prophylaxis, cure, or treatment of diseases involving articular cartilage (AC) degradation, in particular OA.
Collapse
Affiliation(s)
- Tuomo Karila
- Hospital Orton, Helsinki, Finland.,Department of Pharmacology, Faculty of Medicine, University of Helsinki, Helsinki, Finland
| | - Taina Tervahartiala
- Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Diseases, University of Helsinki, and Helsinki University Central Hospital, Helsinki, Finland
| | | | - Timo Sorsa
- Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Diseases, University of Helsinki, and Helsinki University Central Hospital, Helsinki, Finland.,Division of Periodontology, Department of Dental Medicine, Karolinska Institutet, Huddinge, Sweden
| |
Collapse
|
47
|
Pandit A, Begum Y, Saha P, Srivastava AK, Swarnakar S. Approaches Toward Targeting Matrix Metalloproteases for Prognosis and Therapies in Gynecological Cancer: MicroRNAs as a Molecular Driver. Front Oncol 2022; 11:720622. [PMID: 35145899 PMCID: PMC8821656 DOI: 10.3389/fonc.2021.720622] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/04/2021] [Accepted: 12/30/2021] [Indexed: 12/24/2022] Open
Abstract
Gene expression can be regulated by small non-coding RNA molecules like microRNAs (miRNAs) which act as cellular mediators necessary for growth, differentiation, proliferation, apoptosis, and metabolism. miRNA deregulation is often observed in many human malignancies, acting both as tumor-promoting and suppressing, and their abnormal expression is linked to unrestrained cellular proliferation, metastasis, and perturbation in DNA damage as well as cell cycle. Matrix Metalloproteases (MMPs) have crucial roles in both growth, and tissue remodeling in normal conditions, as well as in promoting cancer development and metastasis. Herein, we outline an integrated interactive study involving various MMPs and miRNAs and also feature a way in which these communications impact malignant growth, movement, and metastasis. The present review emphasizes on important miRNAs that might impact gynecological cancer progression directly or indirectly via regulating MMPs. Additionally, we address the likely use of miRNA-mediated MMP regulation and their downstream signaling pathways towards the development of a potential treatment of gynecological cancers.
Collapse
Affiliation(s)
- Anuradha Pandit
- Infectious Diseases & Immunology Division, CSIR-Indian Institute of Chemical Biology, Kolkata, India
| | - Yasmin Begum
- Infectious Diseases & Immunology Division, CSIR-Indian Institute of Chemical Biology, Kolkata, India
| | - Priyanka Saha
- Cancer Biology & Inflammatory Disorder Division, CSIR-Indian Institute of Chemical Biology, Kolkata, India
| | - Amit Kumar Srivastava
- Cancer Biology & Inflammatory Disorder Division, CSIR-Indian Institute of Chemical Biology, Kolkata, India
| | - Snehasikta Swarnakar
- Infectious Diseases & Immunology Division, CSIR-Indian Institute of Chemical Biology, Kolkata, India
- *Correspondence: Snehasikta Swarnakar,
| |
Collapse
|
48
|
Fakhari S, Jalili A, Nikkhoo B, Ghaderi B, Boshagh MA, Mirzaie S, Moradzad M. MT2-MMP is differentially expressed in multiple myeloma cells and mediates their growth and progression. Cell Signal 2022; 92:110248. [PMID: 35041985 DOI: 10.1016/j.cellsig.2022.110248] [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: 11/25/2021] [Revised: 01/08/2022] [Accepted: 01/11/2022] [Indexed: 11/16/2022]
Abstract
OBJECTIVE Membrane type-matrix metalloproteinases (MT-MMPs) are known as key regulators of cancer progression/metastasis. However, their roles in the growth and progression of multiple myeloma (MM) have not been yet elucidated. METHODS AND MATERIALS The expression of 6 MT-MMPs in MM, B cell lines, and normal peripheral blood (PB) cells were measured by RT-PCR, qRT-PCR, flow cytometry, western blotting, and immunocytochemistry. B lymphocytes, CD19-/CD138-, and CD19-/CD138+ cells, known as malignant plasma cells (MPC), were sorted from bone marrow (BM) aspirations of 10 MM patients, and MT2-MMP expression was examined in these cells using qRT-PCR, flow cytometry and immunohistochemistry, and western blotting. Moreover, the expression of MT2-MMP in BM biopsies from 13 normal individuals and 14 MM patients was analyzed by immunohistochemistry. MT2-MMP was also knocked down in U266 cells using siRNA technology and the adhesion, invasion, migration abilities, and cell proliferation were determined and compared with scrambled ones in both in vitro and in vivo studies. RESULTS Our results showed that MT2-MMP expression is significantly higher in MM cell lines and MPC cells than B cell lines and other PB- or BM-derived cells. MT2-MMP is expressed in BM biopsies from all 14 patients with MM, and 67.85% ± 32.38 of BM cells were positive for MT2-MMP. In contrast, only 0.38 ± 0.76 of BM biopsies from normal individuals were positive for MT2-MMP. Importantly, MT2-MMP was expressed in all the patients' BM biopsies at the diagnosis, but not in the remission phase. MT2-MMP siRNA significantly decreased adhesion, invasion, migration, and 3D cell proliferation of U266 cells. Moreover, in the xenographic model, MT2-MMP siRNA prevented the growth and development of plasmacytoma. Taken together, these data demonstrate that MT2-MMP is strongly expressed in MM cells and plays important role in the growth and progression of these cells, suggesting that MT2-MMP is an appropriate biomarker in diagnosis and therapeutic interventions of MM.
Collapse
Affiliation(s)
- Shohreh Fakhari
- Cancer & Immunology Research Center, Research Institute for Health Development, Kurdistan University of Medical Sciences, Sanandaj, Iran.
| | - Ali Jalili
- Cancer & Immunology Research Center, Research Institute for Health Development, Kurdistan University of Medical Sciences, Sanandaj, Iran.
| | - Bahram Nikkhoo
- Cancer & Immunology Research Center, Research Institute for Health Development, Kurdistan University of Medical Sciences, Sanandaj, Iran
| | - Bayazid Ghaderi
- Cancer & Immunology Research Center, Research Institute for Health Development, Kurdistan University of Medical Sciences, Sanandaj, Iran
| | - Mohammad Amin Boshagh
- Cancer & Immunology Research Center, Research Institute for Health Development, Kurdistan University of Medical Sciences, Sanandaj, Iran
| | - Sako Mirzaie
- Department of Biochemistry, Sanandaj Branch, Islamic Azad University, Sanandaj, Iran
| | - Mohammad Moradzad
- Department of Clinical Biochemistry, Faculty of Medicine, Kurdistan University of Medical Sciences, Sanandaj, Iran
| |
Collapse
|
49
|
Proteomic analysis of extracellular vesicles enriched serum associated with future ischemic stroke. Sci Rep 2021; 11:24024. [PMID: 34912031 PMCID: PMC8674262 DOI: 10.1038/s41598-021-03497-0] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/05/2021] [Accepted: 12/06/2021] [Indexed: 11/15/2022] Open
Abstract
Identifying new biomarkers beyond the established risk factors that make it possible to predict and prevent ischemic stroke has great significance. Extracellular vesicles are powerful cell‒cell messengers, containing disease-specific biomolecules, which makes them powerful diagnostic candidates. Therefore, this study aimed to identify proteins derived from extracellular vesicles enriched serum related to future ischemic stroke events, using a proteomic method. Of Japanese subjects who voluntarily participated in health checkups at our institute a number of times, 10 subjects (6 males and 4 females, age: 64.2 ± 3.9 years) who developed symptomatic ischemic stroke (7.3 ± 4.4 years’ follow-up) and 10 age‒sex matched controls without brain lesions (6.7 ± 2.8 years’ follow-up) were investigated. Extracellular vesicles enriched fractions were derived from serum collected at the baseline visit. Differentially expressed proteins were evaluated using isobaric tagging for relative and absolute protein quantification (iTRAQ)-based proteomic analysis. Of the 29 proteins identified, alpha-2-macroglobulin, complement C1q subcomponent subunit B, complement C1r subcomponent, and histidine-rich glycoprotein were significantly upregulated (2.21-, 2.15-, 2.24-, and 2.16-fold, respectively) in subjects with future ischemic stroke, as compared with controls. Our study supports the concept of serum-derived extracellular vesicles enriched fractions as biomarkers for new-onset stroke. These proteins may be useful for prediction or for targeted therapy.
Collapse
|
50
|
Pezeshkian Z, Nobili S, Peyravian N, Shojaee B, Nazari H, Soleimani H, Asadzadeh-Aghdaei H, Ashrafian Bonab M, Nazemalhosseini-Mojarad E, Mini E. Insights into the Role of Matrix Metalloproteinases in Precancerous Conditions and in Colorectal Cancer. Cancers (Basel) 2021; 13:cancers13246226. [PMID: 34944846 PMCID: PMC8699154 DOI: 10.3390/cancers13246226] [Citation(s) in RCA: 21] [Impact Index Per Article: 7.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/14/2021] [Revised: 12/06/2021] [Accepted: 12/07/2021] [Indexed: 01/06/2023] Open
Abstract
Simple Summary Colorectal cancer (CRC) is one of the most common cancer worldwide. CRC is derived from polyps and many factors, such as Matrix Metalloproteinases (MMPs) can gain the progression of colorectal carcinogenesis. Many investigations have indicated the role of MMPs in CRC development while there is not enough knowledge about the function of MMPs in precancerous conditions. This review summarizes the current information about the role of MMPs in polyps and CRC progression. Abstract Colorectal cancer (CRC) is the third and second cancer for incidence and mortality worldwide, respectively, and is becoming prevalent in developing countries. Most CRCs derive from polyps, especially adenomatous polyps, which can gradually transform into CRC. The family of Matrix Metalloproteinases (MMPs) plays a critical role in the initiation and progression of CRC. Prominent MMPs, including MMP-1, MMP-2, MMP-7, MMP-8, MMP-9, MMP-12, MMP-13, MMP-14, and MMP-21, have been detected in CRC patients, and the expression of most of them correlates with a poor prognosis. Moreover, many studies have explored the inhibition of MMPs and targeted therapy for CRC, but there is not enough information about the role of MMPs in polyp malignancy. In this review, we discuss the role of MMPs in colorectal cancer and its pathogenesis
Collapse
Affiliation(s)
- Zahra Pezeshkian
- Basic and Molecular Epidemiology of Gastrointestinal Disorders Research Center, Research Institute for Gastroenterology and Liver Diseases, Shahid Beheshti University of Medical Sciences, Tehran 19835-178, Iran; (Z.P.); (N.P.); (B.S.); (H.A.-A.)
| | - Stefania Nobili
- Department of Neurosciences, Imaging and Clinical Sciences, “G. D’Annunzio” University of Chieti-Pescara, 66100 Chieti, Italy;
- Center for Advanced Studies and Technology (CAST), University “G. D’Annunzio” Chieti-Pescara, 66100 Chieti, Italy
| | - Noshad Peyravian
- Basic and Molecular Epidemiology of Gastrointestinal Disorders Research Center, Research Institute for Gastroenterology and Liver Diseases, Shahid Beheshti University of Medical Sciences, Tehran 19835-178, Iran; (Z.P.); (N.P.); (B.S.); (H.A.-A.)
| | - Bahador Shojaee
- Basic and Molecular Epidemiology of Gastrointestinal Disorders Research Center, Research Institute for Gastroenterology and Liver Diseases, Shahid Beheshti University of Medical Sciences, Tehran 19835-178, Iran; (Z.P.); (N.P.); (B.S.); (H.A.-A.)
| | - Haniye Nazari
- Department of Microbiology, Faculty of Advanced Science and Technology, Tehran Medical Science, Islamic Azad University, Tehran 19395-1495, Iran;
| | - Hiva Soleimani
- Department of General Biology, Faculty of Fundamental Science, Islamic Azad University of Shahr-E-Qods, Tehran 37515-374, Iran;
| | - Hamid Asadzadeh-Aghdaei
- Basic and Molecular Epidemiology of Gastrointestinal Disorders Research Center, Research Institute for Gastroenterology and Liver Diseases, Shahid Beheshti University of Medical Sciences, Tehran 19835-178, Iran; (Z.P.); (N.P.); (B.S.); (H.A.-A.)
| | - Maziar Ashrafian Bonab
- School of Medicine, University of Sunderland, City Campus, Chester Road, Sunderland SR1 3SD, UK;
| | - Ehsan Nazemalhosseini-Mojarad
- Gastroenterology and Liver Diseases Research Center, Research Institute for Gastroenterology and Liver Diseases, Shahid Beheshti University of Medical Sciences, Tehran 19835-178, Iran
- Correspondence: (E.N.-M.); (E.M.)
| | - Enrico Mini
- Department of Health Sciences, University of Florence, 50139 Florence, Italy
- DENOTHE Excellence Center, University of Florence, 50139 Florence, Italy
- Correspondence: (E.N.-M.); (E.M.)
| |
Collapse
|