Downregulation of lncRNA NEAT1 inhibits the proliferation of human cutaneous squamous cell carcinoma in vivo and in vitro

Long noncoding RNA MALAT1 in dermatologic disorders: a comprehensive review

Dermatologic disorders, affecting the integumentary system, involve diverse molecular mechanisms such as cell proliferation, apoptosis, inflammation and immune responses. Long noncoding RNAs, particularly Metastasis-Associated Lung Adenocarcinoma Transcript 1 (MALAT1), are crucial regulators of gene expression. MALAT1 influences inflammatory responses, immune cell function and signaling pathways, impacting various physiological and pathological processes, including dermatologic disorders. Dysregulation of MALAT1 is observed in skin conditions like psoriasis, atopic dermatitis and systemic lupus erythematosus. However, its precise role remains unclear. This review consolidates knowledge on MALAT1's impact on skin biology and pathology, emphasizing its potential diagnostic and therapeutic implications in dermatologic conditions.

NEAT1 promotes the progression of prostate cancer by targeting the miR-582-5p/EZH2 regulatory axis

In several forms of malignant tumors, nuclear enriched abundant transcript 1 (NEAT1), a lncRNA, has been identified to play an important role. NEAT1's regulation patterns in prostate cancer (PCa) are, however, mainly unknown. This study was aimed to evaluate and study the roles and regulatory mechanisms of NEAT1 in PCa. NEAT1, miR-582-5p, and enhancer of zeste homolog 2 (EZH2) expression were detected by qRT-PCR. The PCa cells' invasive, migrative, and proliferative activities in vitro were assessed using transwell migration and invasion, wound-healing, cloning creation, and CCK-8 assays. In the present study, impaired proliferative, migrative, and invasive capacities were observed in the NEAT1-deficient PCa (PC3 and LNCaP) cells. Further mechanistic studies found that NEAT1 performs its function through sponging miR-582-5p. Furthermore, EZH2 was confirmed to be the downstream target gene of miRNA-582-5p. The impaired progression caused by NEAT1 deficiency in PCa cells was significantly restored by the inhibition of miR-582-5p, while these effects were largely abolished by the deletion of EZH2. Finally, the xenograft nude mouse model showed that knocking down the expression of NEAT1 suppressed the growth of PCa. In conclusion, NEAT1 promotes the progression of PCa by controlling the miR-582-5p and miR-582-5p-mediated EZH2.

Supplementary Information

The online version contains supplementary material available at 10.1007/s10616-023-00612-z.

Contribution of Non-Coding RNAs to Anticancer Effects of Dietary Polyphenols: Chlorogenic Acid, Curcumin, Epigallocatechin-3-Gallate, Genistein, Quercetin and Resveratrol

Growing evidence has been accumulated to show the anticancer effects of daily consumption of polyphenols. These dietary polyphenols include chlorogenic acid, curcumin, epigallocatechin-3-O-gallate, genistein, quercetin, and resveratrol. These polyphenols have similar chemical and biological properties in that they can act as antioxidants and exert the anticancer effects via cell signaling pathways involving their reactive oxygen species (ROS)-scavenging activity. These polyphenols may also act as pro-oxidants under certain conditions, especially at high concentrations. Epigenetic modifications, including dysregulation of noncoding RNAs (ncRNAs) such as microRNAs, long noncoding RNAs, and circular RNAs are now known to be involved in the anticancer effects of polyphenols. These polyphenols can modulate the expression/activity of the component molecules in ROS-scavenger-triggered anticancer pathways (RSTAPs) by increasing the expression of tumor-suppressive ncRNAs and decreasing the expression of oncogenic ncRNAs in general. Multiple ncRNAs are similarly modulated by multiple polyphenols. Many of the targets of ncRNAs affected by these polyphenols are components of RSTAPs. Therefore, ncRNA modulation may enhance the anticancer effects of polyphenols via RSTAPs in an additive or synergistic manner, although other mechanisms may be operating as well.

Super Enhancer-Regulated LINC00094 (SERLOC) Upregulates the Expression of MMP-1 and MMP-13 and Promotes Invasion of Cutaneous Squamous Cell Carcinoma

Long non-coding RNAs (lncRNAs) have emerged as important regulators of cancer progression. Super enhancers (SE) play a role in tumorigenesis and regulate the expression of specific lncRNAs. We examined the role of BRD3OS, also named LINC00094, in cutaneous squamous cell carcinoma (cSCC). Elevated BRD3OS (LINC00094) expression was detected in cSCC cells, and expression was downregulated by SE inhibitors THZ1 and JQ1 and via the MEK1/ERK1/2 pathway. Increased expression of BRD3OS (LINC00094) was noted in tumor cells in cSCCs and their metastases compared to normal skin, actinic keratoses, and cSCCs in situ. Higher BRD3OS (LINC00094) expression was noted in metastatic cSCCs than in non-metastatic cSCCs. RNA-seq analysis after BRD3OS (LINC00094) knockdown revealed significantly regulated GO terms Cell-matrix adhesion, Basement membrane, Metalloendopeptidase activity, and KEGG pathway Extracellular matrix–receptor interaction. Among the top-regulated genes were MMP1, MMP10, and MMP13. Knockdown of BRD3OS (LINC00094) resulted in decreased production of MMP-1 and MMP-13 by cSCC cells, suppressed invasion of cSCC cells through collagen I, and growth of human cSCC xenografts in vivo. Based on these observations, BRD3OS (LINC00094) was named SERLOC (super enhancer and ERK1/2-Regulated Long Intergenic non-protein coding transcript Overexpressed in Carcinomas). These results reveal the role of SERLOC in cSCC invasion and identify it as a potential therapeutic target in advanced cSCC.

Non-coding RNAs in skin cancers:Biological roles and molecular mechanisms

Cutaneous malignancies, including basal cell carcinoma, cutaneous squamous cell carcinoma, and cutaneous melanoma, are common human tumors. The incidence of cutaneous malignancies is increasing worldwide, and the leading cause of death is malignant invasion and metastasis. The molecular biology of oncogenes has drawn researchers’ attention because of the potential for targeted therapies. Noncoding RNAs, including microRNAs, long noncoding RNAs, and circular RNAs, have been studied extensively in recent years. This review summarizes the aspects of noncoding RNAs related to the metastasis mechanism of skin malignancies. Continuous research may facilitate the identification of new therapeutic targets and help elucidate the mechanism of tumor metastasis, thus providing new opportunities to improve the survival rate of patients with skin malignancies.

LncRNA NEAT1 Targets miR-342-3p/CUL4B to Inhibit the Proliferation of Cutaneous Squamous Cell Carcinoma Cells

Objective. This study investigated whether lncRNA NEAT1 could inhibit the proliferation of cutaneous squamous cell carcinoma (CSCC) cells by targeting miR-342-3p/CUL4B, thereby affecting the occurrence and development of CSCC. Methods. Fluorescence quantitative PCR was used to detect the expression of lncRNA NEAT1 and miR-42-3p in skin squamous cell carcinoma and adjacent tissues. Bioinformatics software and luciferase reporter gene assay were used to analyze the association of lncRNA NEAT1 and miR-342-3p. The effect of overexpression or knockdown of miR-342-3p on the proliferation of CSCC cells was examined by MTT and colony formation assays. Western blotting was used to detect the proteins of the miR-342-3p/CUL4B signaling axis. Results. The lncRNA NEAT1 is abnormally overexpressed in CSCC tissues and cell lines. The expression of lncRNA NEAT1 and miR-342-3p in CSCC was negatively correlated. Bioinformatics prediction analysis revealed that lncRNA NEAT1 regulates the expression of miR-342-3p. The results of MTT and plate colony formation experiments showed that the transfection of miR-342-3p mimics significantly inhibited the proliferation and plate colony formation of CSCC cells, while the transfection of miR-342-3p inhibitor significantly promoted the proliferation and plate colony-forming ability of CSCC cells. Western blot results showed that lncRNA NEAT1 affected CSCC cell proliferation through miR-342-3p/CUL4B/PI3K-Akt signaling pathway. Conclusion. The expression of lncRNA NEAT1 and miR-342-3p in CSCC tissues was negatively correlated. This study is the first to demonstrate that the lncRNA NEAT1, as a ceRNA, affects the proliferation of skin squamous cell carcinoma cells through the miR-342-3p/CUL4B/PI3K-Akt signaling pathway. Therefore, lncRNA NEAT1 could be a biological marker or target for CSCC diagnosis or treatment.