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BACKGROUND & AIMS: Apoptosis generates plenty of membrane-bound nanovesicles, the apoptotic vesicles (apoVs), which show promise for biomedical applications. The liver serves as a significant organ for apoptotic material removal. Whether and how the liver metabolizes apoptotic vesicular products and contributes to liver health and disease is unrecognized. METHODS: apoVs were labeled and traced after intravenous infusion. Apoptosis-deficient mice by Fas mutant (Fasmut) and Caspase-3 knockout (Casp3-/-) were used with apoV replenishment to evaluate the physiological apoV function. Combinations of morphologic, biochemical, cellular, and molecular assays were applied to assess the liver while hepatocyte analysis was performed. Partial hepatectomy and acetaminophen liver failure models were established to investigate liver regeneration and disease recovery. RESULTS: We discovered that the liver is a major metabolic organ of circulatory apoVs, in which apoVs undergo endocytosis by hepatocytes via a sugar recognition system. Moreover, apoVs play an indispensable role to counteract hepatocellular injury and liver impairment in apoptosis-deficient mice upon replenishment. Surprisingly, apoVs form a chimeric organelle complex with the hepatocyte Golgi apparatus through the soluble N-ethylmaleimide-sensitive factor attachment protein receptor machinery, which preserves Golgi integrity, promotes microtubule acetylation by regulating α-tubulin N-acetyltransferase 1, and consequently facilitates hepatocyte cytokinesis for liver recovery. The assembly of the apoV-Golgi complex is further revealed to contribute to liver homeostasis, regeneration, and protection against acute liver failure. CONCLUSIONS: These findings establish a previously unrecognized functional and mechanistic framework that apoptosis through vesicular metabolism safeguards liver homeostasis and regeneration, which holds promise for hepatic disease therapeutics.
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Apoptosis , Hepatocitos , Homeostasis , Regeneración Hepática , Hígado , Ratones Noqueados , Animales , Hepatocitos/metabolismo , Hepatocitos/patología , Hígado/metabolismo , Hígado/patología , Caspasa 3/metabolismo , Ratones , Hepatectomía , Modelos Animales de Enfermedad , Receptor fas/metabolismo , Receptor fas/genética , Aparato de Golgi/metabolismo , Endocitosis , Enfermedad Hepática Inducida por Sustancias y Drogas/patología , Enfermedad Hepática Inducida por Sustancias y Drogas/metabolismo , Enfermedad Hepática Inducida por Sustancias y Drogas/etiología , Enfermedad Hepática Inducida por Sustancias y Drogas/genética , Ratones Endogámicos C57BL , Acetaminofén , MasculinoRESUMEN
DNA origami is capable of spatially organizing molecules into sophisticated geometric patterns with nanometric precision. Here we describe a reconfigurable, two-dimensional DNA origami with geometrically patterned CD95 ligands that regulates immune cell signalling to alleviate rheumatoid arthritis. In response to pH changes, the device reversibly transforms from a closed to an open configuration, displaying a hexagonal pattern of CD95 ligands with ~10 nm intermolecular spacing, precisely mirroring the spatial arrangement of CD95 receptor clusters on the surface of immune cells. In a collagen-induced arthritis mouse model, DNA origami elicits robust and selective activation of CD95 death-inducing signalling in activated immune cells located in inflamed synovial tissues. Such localized immune tolerance ameliorates joint damage with no noticeable side effects. This device allows for the precise spatial control of cellular signalling, expanding our understanding of ligand-receptor interactions and is a promising platform for the development of pharmacological interventions targeting these interactions.
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Artritis Reumatoide , ADN , Tolerancia Inmunológica , Transducción de Señal , Receptor fas , Artritis Reumatoide/inmunología , Artritis Reumatoide/metabolismo , Artritis Reumatoide/patología , Animales , ADN/química , ADN/inmunología , Ratones , Receptor fas/metabolismo , Receptor fas/inmunología , Proteína Ligando Fas/metabolismo , Proteína Ligando Fas/inmunología , HumanosRESUMEN
Autoimmune lymphoproliferative syndrome (ALPS) is a rare genetic disorder featuring chronic lymphadenopathy, splenomegaly, cytopenias, and increased lymphoma risk. Differentiating ALPS from immunodeficiencies with overlapping symptoms is challenging. This study evaluated the performance and the diagnostic yield of a 15-gene NGS panel for ALPS at Cincinnati Children's Hospital Medical Center. Samples from 802 patients submitted for ALPS NGS panel were studied between May 2014 and January 2023. A total of 62 patients (7.7%) had a definite diagnosis: 52/62 cases (84%) showed 37 unique pathogenic/likely pathogenic germline FAS variants supporting ALPS diagnosis (6.5%, 52/802). The ALPS diagnostic yield increased to 30% in patients who additionally fulfilled abnormal ALPS immunology findings criteria. 17/37 (46%) diagnostic FAS variants were novel variants reported for the first time in ALPS. 10/802 cases (1.2%) showed diagnostic findings in five genes (ADA2, CTLA4, KRAS, MAGT1, NRAS) which are related to autoimmune lymphoproliferative immunodeficiency (ALPID). Family studies enabled the reclassification of variants of unknown significance (VUS) and also the identification of at-risk family members of FAS-positive patients, which helped in the follow-up diagnosis and treatment. Alongside family studies, complete clinical phenotypes and abnormal ALPS immunology and Fas-mediated apoptosis results helped clarify uncertain genetic findings. This study describes the largest cohort of genetic testing for suspected ALPS in North America and highlights the effectiveness of the ALPS NGS panel in distinguishing ALPS from non-ALPS immunodeficiencies. More comprehensive assessment from exome or genome sequencing could be considered for undefined ALPS-U patients or non-ALPS immunodeficiencies after weighing cost, completeness, and timeliness of different genetic testing options.
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Síndrome Linfoproliferativo Autoinmune , Pruebas Genéticas , Humanos , Síndrome Linfoproliferativo Autoinmune/diagnóstico , Síndrome Linfoproliferativo Autoinmune/genética , Pruebas Genéticas/métodos , Femenino , Masculino , Niño , Preescolar , Lactante , Adolescente , Receptor fas/genética , Secuenciación de Nucleótidos de Alto Rendimiento , Predisposición Genética a la Enfermedad , Hospitales Pediátricos , Mutación/genéticaRESUMEN
Controlled cell death is essential for the regulation of the immune system and plays a role in pathogen defense. It is often altered in pathogenic conditions such as cancer, viral infections and autoimmune diseases. The Fas receptor and its corresponding membrane-bound ligand (FasL) are part of the extrinsic apoptosis pathway activated in these cases. A soluble form of FasL (sFasL), produced by ectodomain shedding, displays a diverse but still elusive set of non-apoptotic functions and sometimes even serves as a pro-survival factor. To gather more knowledge about the characteristics of this protein and the impact N-glycosylations may have, access to homogeneous posttranslationally modified variants of sFasL is needed. Therefore, we developed a flexible strategy to obtain such homogeneously N-glycosylated variants of sFasL by applying chemical protein synthesis. This strategy can be flexibly combined with enzymatic methods to introduce more complex, site selective glycosylations.
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Proteína Ligando Fas , Apoptosis , Proteína Ligando Fas/metabolismo , Proteína Ligando Fas/química , Receptor fas/metabolismo , Receptor fas/química , Glicosilación , Procesamiento Proteico-Postraduccional , SolubilidadRESUMEN
BACKGROUND: Insufficient trophoblast invasion, culminating in suboptimal uterine spiral artery remodeling, is pinpointed as a pivotal contributor to preeclampsia (PE) development. LINC01410 has been documented to be increased in various neoplasms, and is significantly associated with the invasive capabilities of tumor cells. Nonetheless, its function and the mechanisms in the pathogenesis of PE require further investigation. METHODS AND RESULTS: LINC01410 and methyltransferase-like 3 (METTL3) were ectopically expressed in HTR-8/Svneo cells via lentiviral transduction. Subsequently, the cells' invasive capabilities and apoptosis rates were evaluated employing Transwell assays and flow cytometry, respectively. The interplay between LINC01410 and METTL3, alongside the m6A methylation of FAS, was probed through RNA immunoprecipitation (RIP). Additionally, the association between FAS and METTL3 was elucidated via Coimmunoprecipitation (Co-IP) assays. The protein level of NF-κB, BAX, and BCL-2 in LINC01410-overexpressing cells was detected by Western blot. Our findings revealed that LINC01410 elevation increased the invasive ability of HTR-8/Svneo cells, directly impacting METTL3 then leading to its reduced expression. Conversely, heightened METTL3 expression mitigated invasiveness while enhancing apoptosis in these cells. Moreover, METTL3's interaction with FAS led to increased FAS expression, subject to m6A methylation. A surge in LINC01410 markedly decreased both mRNA and protein levels of FAS. Furthermore, LINC01410 overexpression significantly reduced NF-κB and BAX protein levels while augmenting BCL-2. CONCLUSIONS: Upregulation of LINC01410 expression promotes trophoblast cell invasion by inhibiting FAS levels through modified m6A alteration and suppressing the NF-κB pathway. These findings underscore the pivotal role of LINC01410 in regulating trophoblast cell invasion and propose it as a promising therapeutic strategy for preventing or alleviating PE. This offers valuable insights for the clinical treatment of PE, for which definitive targeted therapy methods are currently lacking.
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Apoptosis , Metiltransferasas , Preeclampsia , ARN Largo no Codificante , Trofoblastos , Receptor fas , Humanos , Trofoblastos/metabolismo , Metiltransferasas/metabolismo , Metiltransferasas/genética , Receptor fas/metabolismo , Receptor fas/genética , Femenino , Apoptosis/genética , Embarazo , ARN Largo no Codificante/genética , ARN Largo no Codificante/metabolismo , Preeclampsia/genética , Preeclampsia/metabolismo , Preeclampsia/patología , Línea Celular , Movimiento Celular/genética , FN-kappa B/metabolismo , Transducción de Señal/genéticaRESUMEN
This study aimed to explore the effects of miR-129-5p on inflammation and nucleus pulposus (NP) cell apoptosis in rats with intervertebral disc degeneration (IVDD) through the c-Jun N-terminal kinase (JNK) signaling pathway. A total of 20 rats were randomly divided into control group (n=10) or IVDD group (n=10). The mRNA expressions of miR-129-5p and apoptosis index Fas in IVDD tissues were determined using RT-PCR. NP cell apoptosis rate was detected via TUNEL assay. NP cells were extracted from IVDD tissues for primary culture. Subsequently, the cells were transfected with miR-129-5p inhibitor or mimic to inhibit or overexpress miR-129-5p, respectively. Furthermore, the changes in the JNK pathway indexes and apoptosis indexes were detected using Western blotting. In IVDD group, the expression of miR-129-5p was significantly down-regulated, while the transcriptional level of Fas was up-regulated compared with those in control group. Pearson correlation analysis revealed a negative correlation between the expressions of miR-129-5p and Fas mRNA (r=-0.75, P<0.05). IVDD group exhibited significantly higher levels of serum TNF-α, IL-6 and IL-1 than control group. Subsequent TUNEL assay indicated that the apoptosis rate was evidently higher in IVDD group (60.6%) than control group (2.5%). The results of Western blotting showed that the protein expressions of JNK1, JNK2 and Fas remarkably rose in IVDD group compared with those in control group. However, they declined remarkably in miR-129-5p mimic group compared with those in control group. Furthermore, such trends were significantly reversed in miR-129-5p inhibitor group. MiR-129-5p was significantly down-regulated in IVDD, whose overexpression has anti-inflammatory and anti-apoptotic effects.
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Apoptosis , Inflamación , Degeneración del Disco Intervertebral , Sistema de Señalización de MAP Quinasas , MicroARNs , Núcleo Pulposo , Ratas Sprague-Dawley , Animales , MicroARNs/genética , MicroARNs/metabolismo , Degeneración del Disco Intervertebral/genética , Degeneración del Disco Intervertebral/patología , Degeneración del Disco Intervertebral/metabolismo , Apoptosis/genética , Núcleo Pulposo/metabolismo , Núcleo Pulposo/patología , Inflamación/genética , Inflamación/patología , Sistema de Señalización de MAP Quinasas/genética , Masculino , Ratas , Receptor fas/genética , Receptor fas/metabolismoRESUMEN
BACKGROUND: Type 1 diabetes mellitus (T1DM) is characterized by immune and metabolic dysregulation. Apo1/Fas is implicated in maintaining homeostasis of the immune system. Cytokeratin-18 (cCK-18) is a predictive marker of liver disorders in T2DM. Intercellular adhesion molecule-1 (ICAM-1) is considered to increase susceptibility to diabetes mellitus. All three markers are associated with endothelial function, apoptosis and diabetes-related complications. The possible role of Apo1/Fas, cCK-18 and ICAM-1 was investigated in children and adolescents with T1DM. METHOD: Forty-nine (49) children and adolescents with T1DM and 49 controls were included in the study. Somatometric measurements were obtained and the Body Mass Index (BMI) of the participants was calculated. Biochemical parameters were measured by standard laboratory methods and Apo1/Fas, cCK-18 and ICAM-1 were measured using appropriate ELISA kits. The statistical analysis was performed using the IBM SPSS Statistics 23 program. RESULTS: Apo1/Fas (p = 0.001), cCK-18 (p < 0.001) and ICAM-1 (p < 0.001) were higher in patients with T1DM compared to the controls. Apo1Fas was negatively correlated with glucose (p = 0.042), uric acid (p = 0.026), creatinine (p = 0.022), total cholesterol (p = 0.023) and LDL (p = 0.005) in the controls. In children and adolescents with T1DM, Apo1/Fas was positively correlated with total cholesterol (p = 0.013) and LDL (p = 0.003). ICAM-1 was negatively correlated with creatinine (p = 0.019) in the controls, whereas in patients with T1DM it was negatively correlated with HbA1c (p = 0.05). CONCLUSIONS: Apo1/Fas, cCK-18 and ICAM-1 may be useful as serological markers for immune and metabolic dysregulation in children and adolescents with T1DM. Also, Apo1/Fas may have a protective role against metabolic complications in healthy children.
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Biomarcadores , Diabetes Mellitus Tipo 1 , Molécula 1 de Adhesión Intercelular , Humanos , Diabetes Mellitus Tipo 1/sangre , Molécula 1 de Adhesión Intercelular/sangre , Niño , Adolescente , Masculino , Femenino , Biomarcadores/sangre , Estudios de Casos y Controles , Queratina-18/sangre , Receptor fas/sangre , Apoptosis , Apolipoproteína A-I/sangreRESUMEN
Fas-associated death domain (FADD) is an adaptor protein that predominantly transduces the apoptosis signal from the death receptor (DR) to activate caspases, leading to the initiation of apoptotic signaling and the coordinated removal of damaged, infected, or unwanted cells. In addition to its apoptotic functions, FADD is involved in signaling pathways related to autophagy, cell proliferation, necroptosis, and cellular senescence, indicating its versatile role in cell survival and proliferation. The subcellular localization and intracellular expression of FADD play a crucial role in determining its functional outcomes, thereby highlighting the importance of spatiotemporal mechanisms and regulation. Furthermore, FADD has emerged as a key regulator of inflammatory signaling, contributing to immune responses and cellular homeostasis. This review provides a comprehensive summary and analysis of the cellular dynamics of FADD in regulating programmed cell death and inflammation through distinct molecular mechanisms associated with various signaling pathways.
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Apoptosis , Neoplasias , Humanos , Dominio de Muerte , Proteína de Dominio de Muerte Asociada a Fas/metabolismo , Apoptosis/fisiología , Receptor fas/metabolismo , Inflamación , Caspasa 8/metabolismoRESUMEN
Autoimmune lymphoproliferative syndrome (ALPS) is a primary disorder of lymphocyte homeostasis, leading to chronic lymphoproliferation, autoimmune cytopenia, and increased risk of lymphoma. The genetic landscape of ALPS includes mutations in FAS, FASLG, and FADD, all associated with apoptosis deficiency, while the role of CASP10 defect in the disease remains debated. In this study, we aimed to assess the impact of CASP10 variants on ALPS pathogenesis. We benefit from thousands of genetic analysis datasets performed in our Institute's genetic platform to identify individuals carrying CASP10 variants previously suspected to be involved in ALPS outcome: p.C401LfsX15, p.V410I and p.Y446C, both at heterozygous and homozygous state. Clinical and laboratory features of the six included subjects were variable but not consistent with ALPS. Two individuals were healthy. Comprehensive analyses of CASP10 protein expression and FAS-mediated apoptosis were conducted and compared to healthy controls and ALPS patients with FAS mutations. Missense CASP10 variants (p.V410I and p.Y446C), which are common in the general population, did not disrupt CASP10 expression, nor FAS-mediated apoptosis. In contrast, homozygous p.C401LfsX15 CASP10 variant lead to a complete abolished CASP10 expression but had no impact on FAS-mediated apoptosis function. At heterozygous state, this p.C401LfsX15 variant lead to a reduced CASP10 protein levels but remained associated with a normal FAS-mediated apoptosis function. These findings demonstrate that CASPASE 10 is dispensable for FAS-mediated apoptosis. In consequences, CASP10 defect unlikely contribute to ALPS pathogenesis, since they did not result in an impairment of FAS-mediated apoptosis nor in clinical features of ALPS in human. Moreover, the absence of FAS expression up-regulation in subjects with CASP10 variants rule out any compensatory mechanisms possibly involved in the normal apoptosis function observed. In conclusion, this study challenges the notion that CASP10 variants contribute to the development of ALPS.
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Apoptosis , Síndrome Linfoproliferativo Autoinmune , Caspasa 10 , Mutación , Receptor fas , Humanos , Caspasa 10/genética , Caspasa 10/metabolismo , Síndrome Linfoproliferativo Autoinmune/genética , Masculino , Femenino , Mutación/genética , Apoptosis/genética , Receptor fas/genética , Receptor fas/metabolismo , Adulto , Niño , Adolescente , Persona de Mediana EdadRESUMEN
ABSTRACT: Although significant progress has been made in understanding the genetic basis of primary hemophagocytic lymphohistiocytosis (HLH), the pathogenesis of secondary HLH, the more prevalent form, remains unclear. Among the various conditions giving rise to secondary HLH, HLH in patients with lymphoma (HLH-L) accounts for a substantial proportion. In this study, we investigated the role of somatic mutations in the pathogenesis of HLH-L in a cohort of patients with T- and/or natural killer-cell lymphoma. We identified a 3-time higher frequency of mutations in FAS pathway in patients with HLH-L. Patients harboring these mutations had a 5-time increased HLH-L risk. These mutations were independently associated with inferior outcome. Hence, our study demonstrates the association between somatic mutations in FAS pathway and HLH-L. Further studies are warranted on the mechanistic role of these mutations in HLH-L.
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Linfohistiocitosis Hemofagocítica , Mutación , Receptor fas , Humanos , Linfohistiocitosis Hemofagocítica/genética , Linfohistiocitosis Hemofagocítica/etiología , Receptor fas/genética , Femenino , Masculino , Persona de Mediana Edad , Linfoma de Células T/genética , Linfoma de Células T/complicaciones , Adulto , Transducción de Señal , Células Asesinas Naturales/metabolismo , Anciano , Predisposición Genética a la EnfermedadRESUMEN
Due to the large number of genes and mutations that result in inherited retinal degenerations (IRD), there has been a paucity of therapeutic options for these patients. There is a large unmet need for therapeutic approaches targeting shared pathophysiologic pathways in a mutation-independent manner. The Fas receptor is a major activator and regulator of retinal cell death and inflammation in a variety of ocular diseases. We previously reported the activation of Fas-mediated photoreceptor (PR) cell death in two different IRD mouse models, rd10 and P23H, and demonstrated the protective effect of genetic Fas inhibition. The purpose of this study was to examine the effects of pharmacologic inhibition of Fas in these two models by intravitreal injection with a small peptide inhibitor of the Fas receptor, ONL1204. A single intravitreal injection of ONL1204 was given to one eye of rd10 mice at P14. Two intravitreal injections of ONL1204 were given to the P23H mice, once at P14 and again at 2-months of age. The fellow eyes were injected with vehicle alone. Fas activation, rate of PR cell death, retinal function, and the activation of immune cells in the retina were evaluated. In both rd10 and P23H mice, ONL1204 treatment resulted in decreased number of TUNEL (+) PRs, decreased caspase 8 activity, enhanced photoreceptor cell counts, and improved visual function compared with vehicle treated fellow eyes. Treatment with ONL1204 also reduced immune cell activation in the retinas of both rd10 and P23H mice. The protective effect of pharmacologic inhibition of Fas by ONL1204 in two distinct mouse models of retinal degeneration suggests that targeting this common pathophysiologic mechanism of cell death and inflammation represents a potential therapeutic approach to preserve the retina in patients with IRD, regardless of the genetic underpinning.
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Modelos Animales de Enfermedad , Retina , Degeneración Retiniana , Receptor fas , Animales , Degeneración Retiniana/patología , Degeneración Retiniana/tratamiento farmacológico , Degeneración Retiniana/genética , Degeneración Retiniana/metabolismo , Ratones , Receptor fas/metabolismo , Receptor fas/genética , Retina/patología , Retina/metabolismo , Retina/efectos de los fármacos , Ratones Endogámicos C57BL , Inyecciones Intravítreas , Apoptosis/efectos de los fármacosRESUMEN
The Tianzhu white yak, a globally rare species, holds immense value as a source for yak materials. While the Fas/FasL pathway is pivotal in granulosa cells apoptosis, its precise molecular workings remain enigmatic. This study endeavours to decipher the role of follicle-stimulating hormone (FSH) in suppressing ovarian granulosa cells (GC) apoptosis in the Tianzhu white yak. Utilizing advanced cell culture techniques, we employed the MTT method, flow cytometry, fluorescence labelling and RT-PCR to investigate the apoptotic effects of FSH on yak GCs. Our results reveal that FSH's inhibitory effect on GC apoptosis follows a normal distribution pattern, peaking at an FSH concentration of 100 ng/mL with an apoptosis inhibition rate of 89.31%. When serum was withdrawn, an FSH concentration of 2 × 106 ng/mL reduced apoptosis by 72.84%. Annexin V-FITC staining revealed membrane invaginations, bubble and protrusion formation on the cell surface, and alterations in membrane structure and cell morphology. Flow cytometry analysis further demonstrated that FSH administration prior to early granulosa cell apoptosis had a more profound effect than during gradual apoptosis, both showing a suppressive effect on early follicular granulosa cell apoptosis. A transcription-level analysis conducted 3 h prior to serum withdrawal, with the addition of 100 ng/mL FSH, revealed intricate regulations in the expression of Fas/FasL. Notably, we observed a gradual increase in FasL expression over time, yet the presence of FSH effectively down-regulated FasL expression to baseline levels, without notable changes in Fas expression. Immunocytochemical analysis further confirmed the presence of both Fas and FasL on the cell membrane, nucleus and cytoplasm, with varying intensities depending on the duration of FSH treatment. Our findings suggest that FSH may suppress the apoptotic pathway in follicular primarily by down-regulating FasL expression, indicating that Fas-regulated mitochondrial pathways play a more prominent role compared to death receptor pathways. This study offers a fresh perspective on the mechanism underlying follicular atresia in Tianzhu white yaks and lays a solid theoretical foundation for the expansion of this endangered species' population.
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Apoptosis , Proteína Ligando Fas , Hormona Folículo Estimulante , Células de la Granulosa , ARN Mensajero , Receptor fas , Animales , Femenino , Células de la Granulosa/efectos de los fármacos , Células de la Granulosa/metabolismo , Apoptosis/efectos de los fármacos , Proteína Ligando Fas/metabolismo , Proteína Ligando Fas/genética , Hormona Folículo Estimulante/farmacología , Bovinos , Receptor fas/metabolismo , Receptor fas/genética , ARN Mensajero/metabolismo , Citometría de Flujo/veterinariaRESUMEN
Ficus hirta Vahl. (FhV) has been shown to have antimicrobial and antiviral efficacy. To further ascertain the pharmacological properties of FhV., and to search for alternatives to antibiotics. An in vitro experiment was carried out to evaluate what influence FhV. would have on LPS-induced apoptosis. In this study, Fas, an apoptosis receptor, was cloned, which included a 5'-UTR of 39 bp, an ORF of 951 bp, a protein of 316 amino acids, and a 3'-UTR of 845 bp. EcFas was most strongly expressed in the spleen tissue of orange-spotted groupers. In addition, the apoptosis of fish spleen cells induced by LPS was concentration-dependent. Interestingly, appropriate concentrations of FhV. alleviated LPS-induced apoptosis. Inhibition of miR-411 further decreased the inhibitory effect of Fas on apoptosis, which reduced Bcl-2 expression and mitochondrial membrane potential, enhanced the protein expression of Bax and Fas. More importantly, the FhV. could activate miR-411 to improve this effect. In addition, luciferase reporter assays showed that miR-411 binds to Fas 3'-UTR to inhibit Fas expression. These findings provide evidence that FhV. alleviates LPS-induced apoptosis by activating miR-411 to inhibit Fas expression and, therefore, provided possible strategies for bacterial infections in fish.
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Apoptosis , Proteínas de Peces , Lipopolisacáridos , MicroARNs , Bazo , Animales , Apoptosis/efectos de los fármacos , Lipopolisacáridos/inmunología , MicroARNs/genética , MicroARNs/metabolismo , Bazo/metabolismo , Bazo/inmunología , Proteínas de Peces/metabolismo , Proteínas de Peces/genética , Receptor fas/metabolismo , Receptor fas/genética , Enfermedades de los Peces/inmunología , Regulación hacia Abajo , Lubina/inmunología , Lubina/genética , Células Cultivadas , Regiones no Traducidas 3'/genética , Perciformes/inmunologíaRESUMEN
The transmembrane death receptor Fas transduces apoptotic signals upon binding its ligand, FasL. Although Fas is highly expressed in cancer cells, insufficient cell surface Fas expression desensitizes cancer cells to Fas-induced apoptosis. Here, we show that the increase in Fas microaggregate formation on the plasma membrane in response to the inhibition of endocytosis sensitizes cancer cells to Fas-induced apoptosis. We used a clinically accessible Rho-kinase inhibitor, fasudil, that reduces endocytosis dynamics by increasing plasma membrane tension. In combination with exogenous soluble FasL (sFasL), fasudil promoted cancer cell apoptosis, but this collaborative effect was substantially weaker in nonmalignant cells. The combination of sFasL and fasudil prevented glioblastoma cell growth in embryonic stem cell-derived brain organoids and induced tumor regression in a xenograft mouse model. Our results demonstrate that sFasL has strong potential for apoptosis-directed cancer therapy when Fas microaggregate formation is augmented by mechano-inhibition of endocytosis.
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Apoptosis , Endocitosis , Proteína Ligando Fas , Receptor fas , Humanos , Endocitosis/efectos de los fármacos , Apoptosis/efectos de los fármacos , Animales , Proteína Ligando Fas/metabolismo , Receptor fas/metabolismo , Ratones , Línea Celular Tumoral , 1-(5-Isoquinolinesulfonil)-2-Metilpiperazina/análogos & derivados , 1-(5-Isoquinolinesulfonil)-2-Metilpiperazina/farmacología , Ensayos Antitumor por Modelo de Xenoinjerto , Glioblastoma/patología , Glioblastoma/metabolismo , Glioblastoma/tratamiento farmacológicoRESUMEN
OBJECTIVE: To investigate the effect of Porphyromonas gingivalis (Pg) infection on immune escape of oesophageal cancer cells and the role of YTHDF2 and Fas in this regulatory mechanism. METHODS: We examined YTHDF2 and Fas protein expressions in esophageal squamous cell carcinoma (ESCC) tissues with and without Pg infection using immunohistochemistry and in Pg-infected KYSE150 cells using Western blotting. The interaction between YTHDF2 and Fas was investigated by co-immunoprecipitation (Co-IP). Pg-infected KYSE150 cells with lentivirus-mediated YTHDF2 knockdown were examined for changes in expression levels of YTHDF2, cathepsin B (CTSB), Fas and FasL proteins, and the effect of E64 (a cathepsin inhibitor) on these proteins were observed. After Pg infection and E64 treatment, KYSE150 cells were co-cultured with human peripheral blood mononuclear cells (PBMCs), and the expressions of T cell-related effector molecules were detected by flow cytometry. RESULTS: ESCC tissues and cells with Pg infection showed significantly increased YTHDF2 expression and lowered Fas expression. The results of Co-IP demonstrated a direct interaction between YTHDF2 and Fas. In Pg-infected KYSE150 cells with YTHDF2 knockdown, the expression of CTSB was significantly reduced while Fas and FasL expressions were significantly increased. E64 treatment of KYSE150 cells significantly decreased the expression of CTSB without affecting YTHDF2 expression and obviously increased Fas and FasL expressions. Flow cytometry showed that in Pg-infected KYSE150 cells co-cultured with PBMCs, the expressions of Granzyme B and Ki67 were significantly decreased while PD-1 expression was significantly enhanced. CONCLUSION: Pg infection YTHDF2-dependently regulates the expression of Fas to facilitate immune escape of esophageal cancer and thus promoting cancer progression, suggesting the key role of YTHDF2 in regulating immune escape of esophageal cancer.
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Neoplasias Esofágicas , Porphyromonas gingivalis , Proteínas de Unión al ARN , Receptor fas , Humanos , Proteínas de Unión al ARN/metabolismo , Proteínas de Unión al ARN/genética , Neoplasias Esofágicas/inmunología , Neoplasias Esofágicas/metabolismo , Línea Celular Tumoral , Receptor fas/metabolismo , Infecciones por Bacteroidaceae/inmunología , Infecciones por Bacteroidaceae/metabolismo , Infecciones por Bacteroidaceae/microbiología , Carcinoma de Células Escamosas de Esófago/inmunología , Carcinoma de Células Escamosas de Esófago/metabolismo , Carcinoma de Células Escamosas de Esófago/genética , Proteína Ligando Fas/metabolismo , Escape del TumorRESUMEN
High-grade osteosarcoma, a primary malignant bone tumour, is experiencing a global increase in reported incidence with varied prevalence. Despite advances in management, which include surgery and neoadjuvant chemotherapy often an unsatisfactory outcome is found due to poor or heterogeneous response to chemotherapy. Our study delved into chemotherapy responses in osteosarcoma patients and associated molecular expressions, focusing on CD95 receptor (CD95R), interferon (IFN)-γ, catalase, heat-shock protein (Hsp)70, and vascular endothelial growth factor (VEGF). Employing immunohistochemistry and Huvos grading of post-chemo specimens, we analysed formalin-fixed paraffin-embedded (FFPE) osteosarcoma tissue of resected post-chemotherapy specimens from Dr. Soetomo General Academic Hospital in Surabaya, Indonesia (DSGAH), spanning from 2016 to 2020. Results revealed varied responses (poor 40.38%, moderate 48.08%, good 11.54%) and distinct patterns in CD95R, IFN-γ, catalase, Hsp70, and VEGF expression. Significant differences among response groups were observed in CD95R and IFN-γ expression in tumour-infiltrating lymphocytes. The trend of diminishing CD95R expression from poor to good responses, accompanied by an increase in IFN-γ, implied a reduction in the count of viable osteosarcoma cells with the progression of Huvos grading. Catalase expression in osteosarcoma cells was consistently elevated in the poor response group, while Hsp70 expression was highest. VEGF expression in macrophages was significantly higher in the good response group. In conclusion, this study enhances our understanding of immune-chemotherapy interactions in osteosarcoma and identifies potential biomarkers for targeted interventions.
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Neoplasias Óseas , Catalasa , Proteínas HSP70 de Choque Térmico , Interferón gamma , Osteosarcoma , Factor A de Crecimiento Endotelial Vascular , Receptor fas , Osteosarcoma/patología , Osteosarcoma/tratamiento farmacológico , Osteosarcoma/metabolismo , Osteosarcoma/inmunología , Humanos , Factor A de Crecimiento Endotelial Vascular/metabolismo , Femenino , Neoplasias Óseas/patología , Neoplasias Óseas/tratamiento farmacológico , Neoplasias Óseas/metabolismo , Neoplasias Óseas/inmunología , Masculino , Proteínas HSP70 de Choque Térmico/metabolismo , Catalasa/metabolismo , Adulto Joven , Adulto , Receptor fas/metabolismo , Receptor fas/análisis , Adolescente , Biomarcadores de Tumor/metabolismo , Biomarcadores de Tumor/análisis , Clasificación del Tumor , Niño , Resultado del Tratamiento , Inmunohistoquímica , Linfocitos Infiltrantes de Tumor/inmunología , Linfocitos Infiltrantes de Tumor/efectos de los fármacos , Persona de Mediana EdadRESUMEN
BACKGROUND/AIM: Progressive fibrosing interstitial lung disease (PF-ILD) refers to a group of chronic lung conditions commonly associated with immunoglobulin G4-related disorders. It is characterized by progressive scarring (fibrosis) within the pulmonary interstitium, resulting in respiratory failure and early mortality. Some patients do not respond to standard therapeutic interventions. Numerous studies have confirmed the anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties of molecular hydrogen in various disease models. CASE REPORT: In this report, we present a case study of an 85-year-old female diagnosed with suspected IgG4-related PF-ILD complicated by hospital-acquired pneumonia. On the fourth day of hydrogen-assisted therapy, a noticeable improvement in lung infiltrations was observed in chest X-rays as the patient gradually progressed towards weaning off mechanical ventilation. To assess treatment responses, we compared immune phenotypes before and after hydrogen treatment. A marked increase was observed in resting regulatory T cell levels after treatment, accompanied by a notable decrease in Fas+ helper T cell and cytotoxic T cell subtypes. CONCLUSION: This case study highlights the effectiveness of hydrogen-assisted therapy in managing PF-ILD complicated by pneumonia, warranting further research in the future.
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Hidrógeno , Inmunoglobulina G , Enfermedades Pulmonares Intersticiales , Linfocitos T Reguladores , Humanos , Femenino , Anciano de 80 o más Años , Enfermedades Pulmonares Intersticiales/tratamiento farmacológico , Enfermedades Pulmonares Intersticiales/inmunología , Enfermedades Pulmonares Intersticiales/patología , Linfocitos T Reguladores/inmunología , Subgrupos de Linfocitos T/inmunología , Subgrupos de Linfocitos T/metabolismo , Receptor fas/metabolismo , Resultado del TratamientoRESUMEN
Chalcones and dihydrochalcones (DHCs) are important bioactive natural products (BNPs) isolated from traditional Chinese medicine. In this study, 13 chalcones were designed with the inspiration of Loureirin, a DHC extracted from Resina Draconis, and synthesized by classical Claisen-Schmidt reactions. Afterwards the reduction reactions were carried out to obtain the corresponding DHCs. Cytotoxicity assay indicated chalcones and DHCs possessed selective cytotoxicity against colorectal cancer (CRC) cells. The preliminary structure-activity relationships (SAR) of these compounds suggested the α, ß-unsaturated ketone of the chalcones were crucial for the anticancer activity. Interestingly, compounds 3d and 4c exhibited selective anticancer activity against CRC cell line HCT116 with IC50s of 8.4 and 17.9 µM but not normal cell. Moreover, 4c could also inhibit the migration and invasion of CRC cells. Mechanism investigations showed 4c could induce cell cycle G2/M arrest by regulating cell cycle-associated proteins and could also up-regulate Fas cell surface death receptor. The virtual docking further pointed out that compounds 3d and 4c could nicely bind to the Fas/FADD death domain complex (ID: 3EZQ). Furthermore, silencing of Fas significantly enhanced the proliferation of CRC cells and attenuated the cytotoxicity induced by 4c. These results suggested 4c exerted its anticancer activity possibly regulating cell cycle and Fas death receptor. In summary, this study investigated the anticancer activity and mechanism of Loureirin analogues in CRC, suggesting these compounds may warrant further investigation as promising anticancer drug candidates for the treatment of CRC.
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Antineoplásicos , Chalconas , Neoplasias Colorrectales , Receptor fas , Humanos , Neoplasias Colorrectales/tratamiento farmacológico , Neoplasias Colorrectales/patología , Neoplasias Colorrectales/metabolismo , Chalconas/farmacología , Chalconas/química , Antineoplásicos/farmacología , Antineoplásicos/química , Receptor fas/metabolismo , Relación Estructura-Actividad , Células HCT116 , Simulación del Acoplamiento Molecular , Movimiento Celular/efectos de los fármacos , Ciclo Celular/efectos de los fármacos , Línea Celular TumoralRESUMEN
The clinical application of doxorubicin (DOX) is mainly restricted by its serious side effects, poor drug delivery efficiency, and limited immunogenic death (ICD) effect. To improve DOX-based chemotherapy and ameliorate its adverse effects, we utilized 3LL cell-derived extracellular vesicles to encapsulate DOX and sodium nitroprusside (SNP) to obtain DOX/SNP@CM, which could effectively target the tumor site by harnessing the inherent homologous targeting property of tumor cell membranes. DOX performed its role on chemotherapy, and SNP successfully respond to the intracellular GSH to continuously generate nitric oxide (NO). The in situ-produced NO upregulated the Fas expression on the tumor cell surface, thereby sensitizing the Fas/FasL pathway-mediated tumor cell apoptosis of DOX. Furthermore, NO also boosted the intratumoral infiltration of cytotoxic T cells by promoted ICD effect towards tumor cells. Importantly, the anti-tumor immunity tightly cooperated with Fas/FasL mediated tumor cell apoptosis by NO-mediated manipulation on Fas/FasL interaction, collectively making DOX/SNP@CM exert significant tumor growth inhibition with low-dose DOX. Remarkably, DOX and SNP both are widely used clinical medicines, ensuring DOX/SNP@CM a potential opportunity for future practical applications.
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Antibióticos Antineoplásicos , Apoptosis , Doxorrubicina , Vesículas Extracelulares , Proteína Ligando Fas , Nitroprusiato , Receptor fas , Doxorrubicina/administración & dosificación , Doxorrubicina/farmacología , Proteína Ligando Fas/metabolismo , Receptor fas/metabolismo , Animales , Nitroprusiato/administración & dosificación , Apoptosis/efectos de los fármacos , Línea Celular Tumoral , Ratones , Antibióticos Antineoplásicos/administración & dosificación , Antibióticos Antineoplásicos/farmacología , Óxido Nítrico/metabolismo , Inmunoterapia/métodos , Ratones Endogámicos C57BL , Femenino , Neoplasias/tratamiento farmacológico , Neoplasias/terapia , Neoplasias/inmunología , Humanos , Transducción de Señal/efectos de los fármacos , Ratones Endogámicos BALB C , Sistemas de Liberación de Medicamentos/métodosRESUMEN
Multisystem inflammatory syndrome in children is a post-infectious presentation SARS-CoV-2 associated with expansion of the T cell receptor Vß21.3+ T-cell subgroup. Here we apply muti-single cell omics to compare the inflammatory process in children with acute respiratory COVID-19 and those presenting with non SARS-CoV-2 infections in children. Here we show that in Multi-Inflammatory Syndrome in Children (MIS-C), the natural killer cell and monocyte population demonstrate heightened CD95 (Fas) and Interleuking 18 receptor expression. Additionally, TCR Vß21.3+ CD4+ T-cells exhibit skewed differentiation towards T helper 1, 17 and regulatory T cells, with increased expression of the co-stimulation receptors ICOS, CD28 and interleukin 18 receptor. We observe no functional evidence for NLRP3 inflammasome pathway overactivation, though MIS-C monocytes show elevated active caspase 8. This, coupled with raised IL18 mRNA expression in CD16- NK cells on single cell RNA sequencing analysis, suggests interleukin 18 and CD95 signalling may trigger activation of TCR Vß21.3+ T-cells in MIS-C, driven by increased IL-18 production from activated monocytes and CD16- Natural Killer cells.