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1.
Nat Commun ; 15(1): 4670, 2024 May 31.
Artículo en Inglés | MEDLINE | ID: mdl-38821983

RESUMEN

The major ampullate Spidroin 1 (MaSp1) is the main protein of the dragline spider silk. The C-terminal (CT) domain of MaSp1 is crucial for the self-assembly into fibers but the details of how it contributes to the fiber formation remain unsolved. Here we exploit the fact that the CT domain can form silk-like fibers by itself to gain knowledge about this transition. Structural investigations of fibers from recombinantly produced CT domain from E. australis MaSp1 reveal an α-helix to ß-sheet transition upon fiber formation and highlight the helix No4 segment as most likely to initiate the structural conversion. This prediction is corroborated by the finding that a peptide corresponding to helix No4 has the ability of pH-induced conversion into ß-sheets and self-assembly into nanofibrils. Our results provide structural information about the CT domain in fiber form and clues about its role in triggering the structural conversion of spidroins during fiber assembly.


Asunto(s)
Fibroínas , Arañas , Fibroínas/química , Fibroínas/metabolismo , Animales , Arañas/metabolismo , Seda/química , Seda/metabolismo , Dominios Proteicos , Secuencia de Aminoácidos , Conformación Proteica en Lámina beta , Proteínas Recombinantes/química , Proteínas Recombinantes/metabolismo , Proteínas Recombinantes/genética , Concentración de Iones de Hidrógeno , Conformación Proteica en Hélice alfa , Estructura Secundaria de Proteína
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BMC Genomics ; 25(1): 472, 2024 May 14.
Artículo en Inglés | MEDLINE | ID: mdl-38745159

RESUMEN

Caddisfly larvae produce silk containing heavy and light fibroins, similar to the silk of Lepidoptera, for the construction of underwater structures. We analyzed the silk of Limnephilus lunatus belonging to the case-forming suborder Integripalpia. We analyzed the transcriptome, mapped the transcripts to a reference genome and identified over 80 proteins using proteomic methods, and checked the specificity of their expression. For comparison, we also analyzed the transcriptome and silk proteome of Limnephilus flavicornis. Our results show that fibroins and adhesives are produced together in the middle and posterior parts of the silk glands, while the anterior part produces enzymes and an unknown protein AT24. The number of silk proteins of L. lunatus far exceeds that of the web-spinning Plectrocnemia conspersa, a previously described species from the suborder Annulipalpia. Our results support the idea of increasing the structural complexity of silk in rigid case builders compared to trap web builders.


Asunto(s)
Seda , Animales , Seda/metabolismo , Seda/química , Proteínas de Insectos/genética , Proteínas de Insectos/metabolismo , Transcriptoma , Insectos/metabolismo , Insectos/genética , Fibroínas/genética , Fibroínas/metabolismo , Fibroínas/química , Proteómica/métodos , Proteoma , Perfilación de la Expresión Génica
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Sci Rep ; 14(1): 9710, 2024 04 27.
Artículo en Inglés | MEDLINE | ID: mdl-38678103

RESUMEN

Among the several animal models of α-synucleinopathies, the well-known viral vector-mediated delivery of wild-type or mutated (A53T) α-synuclein requires new tools to increase the lesion in mice and follow up in vivo expression. To this end, we developed a bioluminescent expression reporter of the human A53T-α-synuclein gene using the NanoLuc system into an AAV2/9, embedded or not in a fibroin solution to stabilise its expression in space and time. We first verified the expression of the fused protein in vitro on transfected cells by bioluminescence and Western blotting. Next, two groups of C57Bl6Jr mice were unilaterally injected with the AAV-NanoLuc-human-A53T-α-synuclein above the substantia nigra combined (or not) with fibroin. We first show that the in vivo cerebral bioluminescence signal was more intense in the presence of fibroin. Using immunohistochemistry, we find that the human-A53T-α-synuclein protein is more restricted to the ipsilateral side with an overall greater magnitude of the lesion when fibroin was added. However, we also detected a bioluminescence signal in peripheral organs in both conditions, confirmed by the presence of viral DNA corresponding to the injected AAV in the liver using qPCR.


Asunto(s)
Dependovirus , Fibroínas , Vectores Genéticos , Mediciones Luminiscentes , Ratones Endogámicos C57BL , alfa-Sinucleína , Animales , alfa-Sinucleína/metabolismo , alfa-Sinucleína/genética , Dependovirus/genética , Humanos , Ratones , Mediciones Luminiscentes/métodos , Vectores Genéticos/genética , Fibroínas/metabolismo , Sistema Nervioso Central/metabolismo , Masculino , Luciferasas/metabolismo , Luciferasas/genética
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Adv Sci (Weinh) ; 11(22): e2400128, 2024 Jun.
Artículo en Inglés | MEDLINE | ID: mdl-38520721

RESUMEN

The unique 3D structure of spider silk protein (spidroin) determines the excellent mechanical properties of spidroin fiber, but the difficulty of heterologous expression and poor spinning performance of recombinant spider silk protein limit its application. A high-yield low-molecular-weight biomimetic spidroin (Amy-6rep) is obtained by sequence modification, and its excellent spinning performance is verified by electrospinning it for use as a nanogenerator. Amy-6rep increases the highly fibrogenic microcrystalline region in the core repeat region of natural spidroin with limited sequence length and replaces the polyalanine sequence with an amyloid polypeptide through structural similarity. Due to sequence modification, the expression of Amy-6rep increased by ≈200%, and the self-assembly performance of Amy-6rep significantly increased. After electrospinning with Amy-6rep, the nanofibers exhibit good tribopower generation capacity. In this paper, a biomimetic spidroin sequence design with high yield and good spinning performance is reported, and a strategy for electrospinning to produce an artificial nanogenerator is explored.


Asunto(s)
Fibroínas , Fibroínas/química , Fibroínas/genética , Fibroínas/metabolismo , Animales , Nanofibras/química , Arañas/metabolismo , Proteínas Recombinantes/química , Proteínas Recombinantes/metabolismo , Proteínas Recombinantes/genética , Seda/química , Seda/genética
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Int J Mol Sci ; 25(6)2024 Mar 08.
Artículo en Inglés | MEDLINE | ID: mdl-38542108

RESUMEN

The increasing demand for innovative approaches in wound healing and skin regeneration has prompted extensive research into advanced biomaterials. This review focuses on showcasing the unique properties of sustainable silk-based particulate systems in promoting the controlled release of pharmaceuticals and bioactive agents in the context of wound healing and skin regeneration. Silk fibroin and sericin are derived from well-established silkworm production and constitute a unique biocompatible and biodegradable protein platform for the development of drug delivery systems. The controlled release of therapeutic compounds from silk-based particulate systems not only ensures optimal bioavailability but also addresses the challenges associated with conventional delivery methods. The multifaceted benefits of silk proteins, including their inherent biocompatibility, versatility, and sustainability, are explored in this review. Furthermore, the intricate mechanisms by which controlled drug release takes place from silk-based carriers are discussed.


Asunto(s)
Fibroínas , Seda , Seda/metabolismo , Preparaciones de Acción Retardada , Cicatrización de Heridas , Piel/metabolismo , Materiales Biocompatibles/uso terapéutico , Fibroínas/metabolismo
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J Nanobiotechnology ; 22(1): 111, 2024 Mar 14.
Artículo en Inglés | MEDLINE | ID: mdl-38486273

RESUMEN

Brain damage is a common tissue damage caused by trauma or diseases, which can be life-threatening. Stem cell implantation is an emerging strategy treating brain damage. The stem cell is commonly embedded in a matrix material for implantation, which protects stem cell and induces cell differentiation. Cell differentiation induction by this material is decisive in the effectiveness of this treatment strategy. In this work, we present an injectable fibroin/MXene conductive hydrogel as stem cell carrier, which further enables in-vivo electrical stimulation upon stem cells implanted into damaged brain tissue. Cell differentiation characterization of stem cell showed high effectiveness of electrical stimulation in this system, which is comparable to pure conductive membrane. Axon growth density of the newly differentiated neurons increased by 290% and axon length by 320%. In addition, unfavored astrocyte differentiation is minimized. The therapeutic effect of this system is proved through traumatic brain injury model on rats. Combined with in vivo electrical stimulation, cavities formation is reduced after traumatic brain injury, and rat motor function recovery is significantly promoted.


Asunto(s)
Bombyx , Lesiones Traumáticas del Encéfalo , Fibroínas , Células Madre Mesenquimatosas , Células-Madre Neurales , Nitritos , Elementos de Transición , Ratas , Animales , Fibroínas/metabolismo , Fibroínas/farmacología , Bombyx/metabolismo , Hidrogeles/farmacología , Neuronas/metabolismo , Encéfalo/metabolismo , Lesiones Traumáticas del Encéfalo/metabolismo
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Adv Sci (Weinh) ; 11(18): e2308276, 2024 May.
Artículo en Inglés | MEDLINE | ID: mdl-38514919

RESUMEN

Hematopoietic stem and progenitor cells (HSPCs) continuously generate platelets throughout one's life. Inherited Platelet Disorders affect ≈ 3 million individuals worldwide and are characterized by defects in platelet formation or function. A critical challenge in the identification of these diseases lies in the absence of models that facilitate the study of hematopoiesis ex vivo. Here, a silk fibroin-based bioink is developed and designed for 3D bioprinting. This bioink replicates a soft and biomimetic environment, enabling the controlled differentiation of HSPCs into platelets. The formulation consisting of silk fibroin, gelatin, and alginate is fine-tuned to obtain a viscoelastic, shear-thinning, thixotropic bioink with the remarkable ability to rapidly recover after bioprinting and provide structural integrity and mechanical stability over long-term culture. Optical transparency allowed for high-resolution imaging of platelet generation, while the incorporation of enzymatic sensors allowed quantitative analysis of glycolytic metabolism during differentiation that is represented through measurable color changes. Bioprinting patient samples revealed a decrease in metabolic activity and platelet production in Inherited Platelet Disorders. These discoveries are instrumental in establishing reference ranges for classification and automating the assessment of treatment responses. This model has far-reaching implications for application in the research of blood-related diseases, prioritizing drug development strategies, and tailoring personalized therapies.


Asunto(s)
Bioimpresión , Plaquetas , Diferenciación Celular , Fibroínas , Hematopoyesis , Impresión Tridimensional , Fibroínas/metabolismo , Fibroínas/química , Bioimpresión/métodos , Humanos , Plaquetas/metabolismo , Hematopoyesis/fisiología , Tinta , Células Madre Hematopoyéticas/metabolismo , Células Madre Hematopoyéticas/citología , Gelatina/química
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Lipids Health Dis ; 23(1): 52, 2024 Feb 20.
Artículo en Inglés | MEDLINE | ID: mdl-38378566

RESUMEN

BACKGROUND: Type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM) is closely linked to metabolic syndrome, characterised by insulin resistance, hyperglycaemia, abnormal lipid metabolism, and chronic inflammation. Diabetic ulcers (DUs) comprise consequential complications that arise as a result of T2DM. To investigate, db/db mice were used for the disease model. The findings demonstrated that a scaffold made from a combination of rhubarb charcoal-crosslinked chitosan and silk fibroin, designated as RCS/SF, was able to improve the healing process of diabetic wounds in db/db mice. However, previous studies have primarily concentrated on investigating the impacts of the RSC/SF scaffold on wound healing only, while its influence on the entire body has not been fully elucidated. MATERIAL AND METHODS: The silk fibroin/chitosan sponge scaffold containing rhubarb charcoal was fabricated in the present study using a freeze-drying approach. Subsequently, an incision with a diameter of 8 mm was made on the dorsal skin of the mice, and the RCS/SF scaffold was applied directly to the wound for 14 days. Subsequently, the impact of RCS/SF scaffold therapy on hepatic lipid metabolism was assessed through analysis of serum and liver biochemistry, histopathology, quantitative real-time PCR (qRT-PCR), immunohistochemistry, and Western blotting. RESULTS: The use of the RCS/SF scaffold led to an enhancement in the conditions associated with serum glucolipid metabolism in db/db mice. An assessment of hepatic histopathology further confirmed this enhancement. Additionally, the qRT-PCR analysis revealed that treatment with RCS/SF scaffold resulted in the downregulation of genes associated with fatty acid synthesis, fatty acid uptake, triglyceride (TG) synthesis, gluconeogenesis, and inflammatory factors. Moreover, the beneficial effect of the RCS/SF scaffold on oxidative stress was shown by assessing antioxidant enzymes and lipid peroxidation. Additionally, the network pharmacology analysis verified that the adenosine monophosphate-activated protein kinase (AMPK) signalling pathway had a vital function in mitigating non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD) by utilizing R. officinale. The measurement of AMPK, sterol regulatory element binding protein 1 (SREBP1), fatty acid synthase (FASN), and acetyl CoA carboxylase (ACC) gene and protein expression provided support for this discovery. Furthermore, the molecular docking investigations revealed a robust affinity between the active components of rhubarb and the downstream targets of AMPK (SREBP1 and FASN). CONCLUSION: By regulating the AMPK signalling pathway, the RCS/SF scaffold applied topically effectively mitigated hepatic lipid accumulation, decreased inflammation, and attenuated oxidative stress. The present study, therefore, emphasises the crucial role of the topical RCS/SF scaffold in regulating hepatic lipid metabolism, thereby confirming the concept of "external and internal reshaping".


Asunto(s)
Quitosano , Complicaciones de la Diabetes , Diabetes Mellitus Tipo 2 , Fibroínas , Enfermedad del Hígado Graso no Alcohólico , Rheum , Ratones , Animales , Proteínas Quinasas Activadas por AMP/genética , Proteínas Quinasas Activadas por AMP/metabolismo , Rheum/metabolismo , Carbón Orgánico/metabolismo , Carbón Orgánico/farmacología , Carbón Orgánico/uso terapéutico , Fibroínas/metabolismo , Fibroínas/farmacología , Fibroínas/uso terapéutico , Diabetes Mellitus Tipo 2/metabolismo , Simulación del Acoplamiento Molecular , Úlcera/metabolismo , Úlcera/patología , Hígado/metabolismo , Metabolismo de los Lípidos , Enfermedad del Hígado Graso no Alcohólico/patología , Complicaciones de la Diabetes/patología , Inflamación/patología , Ácidos Grasos/metabolismo , Lípidos/uso terapéutico
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Protein Sci ; 33(3): e4907, 2024 Mar.
Artículo en Inglés | MEDLINE | ID: mdl-38380732

RESUMEN

Understanding how native silk spinning occurs is crucial for designing artificial spinning systems. One often overlooked factor in Bombyx mori is the secretion of sericin proteins. Herein, we investigate the variation in amino acid content at different locations in the middle silk gland (MSG) of B. mori. This variation corresponds to an increase in sericin content when moving towards the anterior region of the MSG, while the posterior region predominantly contains fibroin. We estimate the mass ratio of sericin to fibroin to be ~25/75 wt% in the anterior MSG, depending on the fitting method. Then, we demonstrate that the improvement in the extensional behavior of the silk dope in the MSG correlates with the increase in sericin content. The addition of sericin may decrease the viscosity of the silk dope, a factor associated with an increase in the spinnability of silk. We further discuss whether this effect could also result from other known physicochemical changes within the MSG.


Asunto(s)
Bombyx , Fibroínas , Sericinas , Animales , Seda/química , Seda/metabolismo , Bombyx/química , Bombyx/metabolismo , Sericinas/química , Sericinas/metabolismo , Fibroínas/química , Fibroínas/metabolismo
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Sci Rep ; 14(1): 3553, 2024 02 12.
Artículo en Inglés | MEDLINE | ID: mdl-38347108

RESUMEN

Bioactive material concepts for targeted therapy have been an important research focus in regenerative medicine for years. The aim of this study was to investigate a proof-of-concept composite structure in the form of a membrane made of natural silk fibroin (SF) and extracellular vesicles (EVs) from gingival fibroblasts. EVs have multiple abilities to act on their target cell and can thus play crucial roles in both physiology and regeneration. This study used pH neutral, degradable SF-based membranes, which have excellent cell- and tissue-specific properties, as the carrier material. The characterization of the vesicles showed a size range between 120 and 180 nm and a high expression of the usual EV markers (e.g. CD9, CD63 and CD81), measured by nanoparticle tracking analysis (NTA) and single-EV flow analysis (IFCM). An initial integration of the EVs into the membrane was analyzed using scanning and transmission electron microscopy (SEM and TEM) and vesicles were successfully detected, even if they were not homogeneously distributed in the membrane. Using direct and indirect tests, the cytocompatibility of the membranes with and without EVs could be proven and showed significant differences compared to the toxic control (p < 0.05). Additionally, proliferation of L929 cells was increased on membranes functionalized with EVs (p > 0.05).


Asunto(s)
Vesículas Extracelulares , Fibroínas , Nanopartículas , Fibroínas/metabolismo , Vesículas Extracelulares/metabolismo , Membranas , Nanopartículas/química , Fibroblastos
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Anal Methods ; 15(40): 5380-5389, 2023 10 19.
Artículo en Inglés | MEDLINE | ID: mdl-37812415

RESUMEN

Archaeological silk undergoes destructive and irreversible changes during the natural process of decay. However, in-depth studies on the influence of this biological factor are still lacking. Here, a combination of proteomics and metabolomics is proposed for the first time to explore the interaction between bacteria and historical silk during biodegradation, which provides information on changes at the molecular level of proteins and bacterial metabolites. Morphological observation revealed biofilms produced by Stenotrophomonas maltophilia and Pseudomonas alcaligenes when cultured in the stationary phase and confirmed severe deterioration of silk. Proteomics showed that S. maltophilia had an unbiased effect on silk fibroin, indicating its ability to disrupt both heavy and light chains, as well as other proteins, while P. alcaligenes showed an affinity for more disordered proteins. Analysis of bacterial metabolites showed that overall activity reduction and significant accumulation of fatty acid and phenol metabolites occurred after silk addition, suggesting that the presence of silk may inhibit the activity of an individual strain. This study provides a new insight into the microbial degradation mechanism of archaeological silk.


Asunto(s)
Bombyx , Fibroínas , Animales , Seda/metabolismo , Bombyx/metabolismo , Proteómica , Fibroínas/análisis , Fibroínas/metabolismo , Ácidos Grasos/metabolismo
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Protein Sci ; 32(11): e4783, 2023 11.
Artículo en Inglés | MEDLINE | ID: mdl-37712205

RESUMEN

Domain swap is a mechanism of protein dimerization where the two interacting domains exchange parts of their structure. Web spiders make use of the process in the connection of C-terminal domains (CTDs) of spidroins, the soluble protein building blocks that form tough silk fibers. Besides providing connectivity and solubility, spidroin CTDs are responsible for inducing structural transitions during passage through an acidified assembly zone within spinning ducts. The underlying molecular mechanisms are elusive. Here, we studied the folding of five homologous spidroin CTDs from different spider species or glands. Four of these are domain-swapped dimers formed by five-helix bundles from spidroins of major and minor ampullate glands. The fifth is a dimer that lacks domain swap, formed by four-helix bundles from a spidroin of a flagelliform gland. Spidroins from this gland do not undergo structural transitions whereas the others do. We found a three-state mechanism of folding and dimerization that was conserved across homologues. In chemical denaturation experiments the native CTD dimer unfolded to a dimeric, partially structured intermediate, followed by full unfolding to denatured monomers. The energetics of the individual folding steps varied between homologues. Contrary to the common belief that domain swap stabilizes protein assemblies, the non-swapped homologue was most stable and folded four orders of magnitude faster than a swapped variant. Domain swap of spidroin CTDs induces an entropic penalty to the folding of peripheral helices, thus unfastening them for acid-induced unfolding within a spinning duct, which primes them for refolding into alternative structures during silk formation.


Asunto(s)
Fibroínas , Arañas , Animales , Seda/química , Seda/metabolismo , Fibroínas/química , Fibroínas/metabolismo , Proteína C/metabolismo , Dominios Proteicos , Multimerización de Proteína , Arañas/metabolismo
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Sci Rep ; 13(1): 12133, 2023 07 26.
Artículo en Inglés | MEDLINE | ID: mdl-37495626

RESUMEN

Therapeutic treatment forms can play significant roles in resolving psoriatic plaques or promoting wound repair in psoriatic skin. Considering the biocompatibility, mechanical strength, flexibility, and adhesive properties of silk fibroin sheets/films, it is useful to combine them with anti-psoriatic agents and healing stimulants, notably silk sericin. Here, we evaluate the curative properties of sericin-coated thin polymeric films (ScF) fabricated from silk fibroin, using an imiquimod-induced psoriasis rat model. The film biocompatibility and psoriatic wound improvement capacity was assessed. A proteomics study was performed to understand the disease resolving mechanisms. Skin-implantation study exhibited the non-irritation property of ScF films, which alleviate eczema histopathology. Immunohistochemical and gene expression revealed the depletion of ß-defensin, caspase-3 and -9, TNF-α, CCL-20, IL-1ß, IL-17, TGF-ß, and Wnt expressions and S100a14 mRNA level. The proteomics study suggested that ScF diminish keratinocyte proliferation via the mTOR pathway by downregulating mTOR protein, corresponding to the modulation of TNF-α, Wnt, and IL-1ß levels, leading to the enhancement of anti-inflammatory environment by IL-17 downregulation. Hematology data demonstrated the safety of using these biomaterials, which provide a potential therapeutic-option for psoriasis treatment due to desirable effects, especially anti-proliferation and anti-inflammation, functioning via the mTOR pathway and control of IL-17 signaling.


Asunto(s)
Fibroínas , Psoriasis , Sericinas , Ratas , Animales , Sericinas/farmacología , Sericinas/metabolismo , Interleucina-17/metabolismo , Factor de Necrosis Tumoral alfa/metabolismo , Fibroínas/farmacología , Fibroínas/metabolismo , Psoriasis/inducido químicamente , Psoriasis/tratamiento farmacológico , Psoriasis/patología , Piel/metabolismo , Inflamación/patología , Antiinflamatorios/farmacología , Serina-Treonina Quinasas TOR/metabolismo , Polímeros/farmacología , Queratinocitos/metabolismo
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J Insect Physiol ; 147: 104523, 2023 06.
Artículo en Inglés | MEDLINE | ID: mdl-37187341

RESUMEN

The silk produced by Lepidoptera caterpillars is a mixture of proteins secreted by the transformed labial glands, the silk glands (SG). The silk fiber consists of insoluble filamentous proteins that form a silk core and are produced in the posterior part of the SG and soluble coat proteins consisting of sericins and various other polypeptides secreted in the middle part of the SG. We constructed a silk gland specific transcriptome of Andraca theae and created a protein database required for peptide mass fingerprinting. We identified major silk components by proteomic analysis of cocoon silk and by searching for homologies with known silk protein sequences from other species. We identified 30 proteins including a heavy chain fibroin, a light chain fibroin and fibrohexamerin (P25) that form the silk core, as well as members of several structural families that form the silk coating. To uncover the evolutionary relationships among silk proteins, we included orthologs of silk genes from several recent genome projects and performed phylogenetic analyses. Our results confirm the recent molecular classification that the family Endromidae appears to be slightly more distant from the family Bombycidae. Our study provides important information on the evolution of silk proteins in the Bombycoidea, which is needed for proper annotation of the proteins and future functional studies.


Asunto(s)
Bombyx , Fibroínas , Manduca , Mariposas Nocturnas , Animales , Seda/química , Mariposas Nocturnas/metabolismo , Fibroínas/genética , Fibroínas/química , Fibroínas/metabolismo , Filogenia , Proteómica , Manduca/metabolismo , Bombyx/metabolismo , Proteínas de Insectos/metabolismo
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Int J Mol Sci ; 24(7)2023 Apr 03.
Artículo en Inglés | MEDLINE | ID: mdl-37047645

RESUMEN

Ultrabithorax (Ubx) is a member of the Hox gene group involved in cell fate decisions, cell proliferation and organ identity. Its function has been extensively researched in Drosophila melanogaster but little is known about it in Lepidoptera. To uncover the function of Ubx in the development of lepidopterans, we constructed the Ubx overexpression (UbxOE) strain based on the Nistari strain of Bombyx mori. The UbxOE strain showed a small body size, transparent intersegmental membrane and abnormal posterior silk gland (PSG). In the current study, we focused on the effect of Ubx overexpression on the posterior silk gland. As the major protein product of PSG, the mRNA expression of fibroin heavy chain (Fib-H) and fibroin light chain (Fib-L) was upregulated three times in UbxOE, but the protein expression of Fib-H and Fib-L was not significantly different. We speculated that the overexpression of Ubx downregulated the expression of Myc and further caused abnormal synthesis of the spliceosome and ribosome. Abnormalities of the spliceosome and ribosome affected the synthesis of protein in the PSG and changed its morphology.


Asunto(s)
Bombyx , Proteínas de Drosophila , Fibroínas , Animales , Bombyx/metabolismo , Fibroínas/metabolismo , Drosophila melanogaster/genética , Genes Homeobox , Seda/metabolismo , Proteínas de Insectos/genética , Proteínas de Insectos/metabolismo , Factores de Transcripción/metabolismo , Proteínas de Homeodominio/genética , Proteínas de Homeodominio/metabolismo , Proteínas de Drosophila/metabolismo
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Metab Eng ; 77: 231-241, 2023 05.
Artículo en Inglés | MEDLINE | ID: mdl-37024071

RESUMEN

To investigate the metabolic elasticity and production bottlenecks for recombinant silk proteins in Escherichia coli, we performed a comprehensive characterization of one elastin-like peptide strain (ELP) and two silk protein strains (A5 4mer, A5 16mer). Our approach included 13C metabolic flux analysis, genome-scale modeling, transcription analysis, and 13C-assisted media optimization experiments. Three engineered strains maintained their central flux network during growth, while measurable metabolic flux redistributions (such as the Entner-Doudoroff pathway) were detected. Under metabolic burdens, the reduced TCA fluxes forced the engineered strain to rely more on substrate-level phosphorylation for ATP production, which increased acetate overflow. Acetate (as low as 10 mM) in the media was highly toxic to silk-producing strains, which reduced 4mer production by 43% and 16mer by 84%, respectively. Due to the high toxicity of large-size silk proteins, 16mer's productivity was limited, particularly in the minimal medium. Therefore, metabolic burden, overflow acetate, and toxicity of silk proteins may form a vicious positive feedback loop that fractures the metabolic network. Three solutions could be applied: 1) addition of building block supplements (i.e., eight key amino acids: His, Ile, Phe, Pro, Tyr, Lys, Met, Glu) to reduce metabolic burden; 2) disengagement of growth and production; and 3) use of non-glucose based substrate to reduce acetate overflow. Other reported strategies were also discussed in light of decoupling this positive feedback loop.


Asunto(s)
Escherichia coli , Fibroínas , Escherichia coli/metabolismo , Fibroínas/genética , Fibroínas/metabolismo , Retroalimentación , Redes y Vías Metabólicas , Proteínas Recombinantes/metabolismo , Acetatos/metabolismo
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J Biomater Appl ; 37(10): 1767-1775, 2023 05.
Artículo en Inglés | MEDLINE | ID: mdl-37001507

RESUMEN

Adipose-derived mesenchymal stem cell (Ad-MSC) with capacities of releasing trophic factors and chondrogenic differentiation was a promising candidate for tracheal reconstruction. Silk fibroin (SF)- hydroxyapatite (HA) scaffolds were fabricated by the freeze-drying method. And Ad-MSCs were co-cultured on the scaffolds for 14 days in vitro. The role of the SF-HA scaffold in regulating the adhesion, growth, and proliferation of Ad-MSCs, and its potential mechanisms were investigated. The identity of Ad-MSCs was confirmed by cell morphology, surface markers, and differentiation characteristics. Cell proliferation, viability, and morphology were observed via CCK-8, live/dead assay, and scanning electron microscopy (SEM). Gene mRNA and protein levels were examined using quantitative real-time polymerase chain reaction and western blotting, respectively. SF-HA scaffolds showed excellent properties of promoting Ad-MSCs adhesion, growth, and proliferation for at least 14 days. In the CCK-8 assay, the relative OD value of Ad-MSCs cultured on SF-HA scaffolds increased (p < 0.001). Furthermore, live/dead staining showed that the fluorescent coverage increased with time (p < 0.05). SEM also showed that 3 days after inoculation, the coverage of Ad-MSCs on the SF-HA scaffolds was 78.15%, increased to 92.91% on day 7, and reached a peak of 94.38% on day 14. Extracellular signal-regulated kinase (ERK) mRNA and phosphorylated ERK (pERK) protein expression increased at day 3 (p < 0.05), followed by a significant decline at day 7 (p < 0.05). And ERK mRNA expression was positively correlated with Ad-MSCs proliferation (p < 0.05). In summary, the SF-HA scaffold co-cultured with Ad-MSCs is a promising biomaterial for tracheal repair by activating the ERK signal pathway.


Asunto(s)
Fibroínas , Células Madre Mesenquimatosas , Fibroínas/metabolismo , Andamios del Tejido , Durapatita/metabolismo , Quinasas MAP Reguladas por Señal Extracelular/metabolismo , Proliferación Celular , Diferenciación Celular , ARN Mensajero/metabolismo , Ingeniería de Tejidos , Seda/metabolismo , Osteogénesis
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J Nanobiotechnology ; 21(1): 111, 2023 Mar 28.
Artículo en Inglés | MEDLINE | ID: mdl-36973764

RESUMEN

Although exosome therapy has been recognized as a promising strategy in the treatment of rheumatoid arthritis (RA), sustained modulation on RA specific pathogenesis and desirable protective effects for attenuating joint destruction still remain challenges. Here, silk fibroin hydrogel encapsulated with olfactory ecto-mesenchymal stem cell-derived exosomes (Exos@SFMA) was photo-crosslinked in situ to yield long-lasting therapeutic effect on modulating the immune microenvironment in RA. This in situ hydrogel system exhibited flexible mechanical properties and excellent biocompatibility for protecting tissue surfaces in joint. Moreover, the promising PD-L1 expression was identified on the exosomes, which potently suppressed Tfh cell polarization via inhibiting the PI3K/AKT pathway. Importantly, Exos@SFMA effectively relieved synovial inflammation and joint destruction by significantly reducing T follicular helper (Tfh) cell response and further suppressing the differentiation of germinal center (GC) B cells into plasma cells. Taken together, this exosome enhanced silk fibroin hydrogel provides an effective strategy for the treatment of RA and other autoimmune diseases.


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Artritis Reumatoide , Fibroínas , Humanos , Hidrogeles , Fibroínas/metabolismo , Fosfatidilinositol 3-Quinasas/metabolismo , Linfocitos T Colaboradores-Inductores/metabolismo , Linfocitos T Colaboradores-Inductores/patología , Artritis Reumatoide/metabolismo
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Int J Mol Sci ; 24(5)2023 Mar 02.
Artículo en Inglés | MEDLINE | ID: mdl-36902300

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The production and transplantation of functionally active human neurons is a promising approach to cell therapy. Biocompatible and biodegradable matrices that effectively promote the growth and directed differentiation of neural precursor cells (NPCs) into the desired neuronal types are very important. The aim of this study was to evaluate the suitability of novel composite coatings (CCs) containing recombinant spidroins (RSs) rS1/9 and rS2/12 in combination with recombinant fused proteins (FP) carrying bioactive motifs (BAP) of the extracellular matrix (ECM) proteins for the growth of NPCs derived from human induced pluripotent stem cells (iPSC) and their differentiation into neurons. NPCs were produced by the directed differentiation of human iPSCs. The growth and differentiation of NPCs cultured on different CC variants were compared with a Matrigel (MG) coating using qPCR analysis, immunocytochemical staining, and ELISA. An investigation revealed that the use of CCs consisting of a mixture of two RSs and FPs with different peptide motifs of ECMs increased the efficiency of obtaining neurons differentiated from iPSCs compared to Matrigel. CC consisting of two RSs and FPs with Arg-Gly-Asp-Ser (RGDS) and heparin binding peptide (HBP) is the most effective for the support of NPCs and their neuronal differentiation.


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Fibroínas , Células Madre Pluripotentes Inducidas , Células-Madre Neurales , Humanos , Fibroínas/metabolismo , Proteínas de la Matriz Extracelular/metabolismo , Neuronas , Diferenciación Celular , Péptidos/farmacología
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Signal Transduct Target Ther ; 8(1): 62, 2023 02 13.
Artículo en Inglés | MEDLINE | ID: mdl-36775818

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Unhealable diabetic wounds need to be addressed with the help of newer, more efficacious strategies. Exosomes combined with biomaterials for sustained delivery of therapeutic agents are expected to bring new hope for chronic wound treatment. Here, the engineered exosomes modified for efficiently loading miR146a and attaching to silk fibroin patch (SFP) were demonstrated to promote diabetic wound healing. Silk fibroin binding peptide (SFBP) was screened through phage display, and SFBP-Gluc-MS2 (SGM) and pac-miR146a-pac fusion protein were constructed. The designed exosomes (SGM-Exos, miR146a-Exos, and SGM-miR146a-Exos) were isolated from the engineered placental mesenchymal stem cells (PMSCs) transduced with SGM or/and pac-miR146a-pac protein. Gluc signals indicated SGM-Exo@SFP markedly increased the binding rate and the stability of SGM-Exo. Moreover, the loading efficiency of miR146a in SGM-miR146a-Exos was ten-fold higher than that in miR146a-Exos. Superior to untreated, SGM-miR146a-Exo-only treated, and SFP-only treated groups, SGM-miR146a-Exo@SFP drived wound healing associated with less inflammation, collagen deposition, and neovascularization. The transcriptomics analysis suggested anti-inflammatory and regenerative effects with SGM-miR146a-Exo@SFP treatment. Here, we show efficient exosome@biomaterial-based miRNA delivery systems for regenerative medicine and tissue engineering.


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Diabetes Mellitus , Exosomas , Fibroínas , Humanos , Exosomas/genética , Exosomas/metabolismo , Fibroínas/genética , Fibroínas/farmacología , Fibroínas/metabolismo , Quinasas Asociadas a Receptores de Interleucina-1/genética , Quinasas Asociadas a Receptores de Interleucina-1/metabolismo , Cicatrización de Heridas/genética , Células Madre Mesenquimatosas
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