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Circ Res ; 125(5): 535-551, 2019 08 16.
Artículo en Inglés | MEDLINE | ID: mdl-31339449

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RATIONALE: In response to blood vessel wall injury, aberrant proliferation of vascular smooth muscle cells (SMCs) causes pathological remodeling. However, the controlling mechanisms are not completely understood. OBJECTIVE: We recently showed that the human long noncoding RNA, SMILR, promotes vascular SMCs proliferation by a hitherto unknown mechanism. Here, we assess the therapeutic potential of SMILR inhibition and detail the molecular mechanism of action. METHODS AND RESULTS: We used deep RNA-sequencing of human saphenous vein SMCs stimulated with IL (interleukin)-1α and PDGF (platelet-derived growth factor)-BB with SMILR knockdown (siRNA) or overexpression (lentivirus), to identify SMILR-regulated genes. This revealed a SMILR-dependent network essential for cell cycle progression. In particular, we found using the fluorescent ubiquitination-based cell cycle indicator viral system that SMILR regulates the late mitotic phase of the cell cycle and cytokinesis with SMILR knockdown resulting in ≈10% increase in binucleated cells. SMILR pulldowns further revealed its potential molecular mechanism, which involves an interaction with the mRNA of the late mitotic protein CENPF (centromere protein F) and the regulatory Staufen1 RNA-binding protein. SMILR and this downstream axis were also found to be activated in the human ex vivo vein graft pathological model and in primary human coronary artery SMCs and atherosclerotic plaques obtained at carotid endarterectomy. Finally, to assess the therapeutic potential of SMILR, we used a novel siRNA approach in the ex vivo vein graft model (within the 30 minutes clinical time frame that would occur between harvest and implant) to assess the reduction of proliferation by EdU incorporation. SMILR knockdown led to a marked decrease in proliferation from ≈29% in controls to ≈5% with SMILR depletion. CONCLUSIONS: Collectively, we demonstrate that SMILR is a critical mediator of vascular SMC proliferation via direct regulation of mitotic progression. Our data further reveal a potential SMILR-targeting intervention to limit atherogenesis and adverse vascular remodeling.


Asunto(s)
Proliferación Celular/fisiología , Proteínas Cromosómicas no Histona/metabolismo , Proteínas de Microfilamentos/metabolismo , Mitosis/fisiología , Músculo Liso Vascular/metabolismo , ARN Largo no Codificante/biosíntesis , Remodelación Vascular/fisiología , Ciclo Celular/fisiología , Células Cultivadas , Proteínas Cromosómicas no Histona/genética , Humanos , Proteínas de Microfilamentos/genética , Músculo Liso Vascular/citología , Miocitos del Músculo Liso/metabolismo , Técnicas de Cultivo de Órganos , ARN Largo no Codificante/genética , ARN Mensajero/genética , ARN Mensajero/metabolismo , Vena Safena/citología , Vena Safena/metabolismo
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Arterioscler Thromb Vasc Biol ; 40(3): 697-713, 2020 03.
Artículo en Inglés | MEDLINE | ID: mdl-31826651

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OBJECTIVE: Long noncoding RNAs (lncRNAs) are an emergent class of molecules with diverse functional roles, widely expressed in human physiology and disease. Although some lncRNAs have been identified in cardiovascular disease, their potential as novel targets in the prevention of atherosclerosis is unknown. We set out to discover important lncRNAs in unstable plaque and gain insight into their functional relevance. Approach and Results: Analysis of RNA sequencing previously performed on stable and unstable atherosclerotic plaque identified a panel of 47 differentially regulated lncRNAs. We focused on LINC01272, a lncRNA upregulated in unstable plaque previously detected in inflammatory bowel disease, which we termed PELATON (plaque enriched lncRNA in atherosclerotic and inflammatory bowel macrophage regulation). Here, we demonstrate that PELATON is highly monocyte- and macrophage-specific across vascular cell types, and almost entirely nuclear by cellular fractionation (90%-98%). In situ hybridization confirmed enrichment of PELATON in areas of plaque inflammation, colocalizing with macrophages around the shoulders and necrotic core of human plaque sections. Consistent with its nuclear localization, and despite containing a predicted open reading frame, PELATON did not demonstrate any protein-coding potential in vitro. Functionally, knockdown of PELATON significantly reduced phagocytosis, lipid uptake and reactive oxygen species production in high-content analysis, with a significant reduction in phagocytosis independently validated. Furthermore, CD36, a key mediator of phagocytic oxLDL (oxidized low-density lipoprotein) uptake was significantly reduced with PELATON knockdown. CONCLUSIONS: PELATON is a nuclear expressed, monocyte- and macrophage-specific lncRNA, upregulated in unstable atherosclerotic plaque. Knockdown of PELATON affects cellular functions associated with plaque progression.


Asunto(s)
Arterias Carótidas/metabolismo , Enfermedades de las Arterias Carótidas/metabolismo , Macrófagos/metabolismo , Placa Aterosclerótica , ARN Largo no Codificante/metabolismo , Anciano , Anciano de 80 o más Años , Antígenos CD36/genética , Antígenos CD36/metabolismo , Arterias Carótidas/patología , Enfermedades de las Arterias Carótidas/genética , Enfermedades de las Arterias Carótidas/patología , Células Cultivadas , Femenino , Humanos , Inflamación/genética , Inflamación/metabolismo , Inflamación/patología , Metabolismo de los Lípidos , Macrófagos/patología , Masculino , Necrosis , Fagocitosis , ARN Largo no Codificante/genética , Especies Reactivas de Oxígeno/metabolismo , Rotura Espontánea
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Biochem Soc Trans ; 43(6): 1277-84, 2015 Dec.
Artículo en Inglés | MEDLINE | ID: mdl-26614673

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RNA-binding proteins are often multifunctional, interact with a variety of protein partners and display complex localizations within cells. Mammalian cytoplasmic poly(A)-binding proteins (PABPs) are multifunctional RNA-binding proteins that regulate multiple aspects of mRNA translation and stability. Although predominantly diffusely cytoplasmic at steady state, they shuttle through the nucleus and can be localized to a variety of cytoplasmic foci, including those associated with mRNA storage and localized translation. Intriguingly, PABP sub-cellular distribution can alter dramatically in response to cellular stress or viral infection, becoming predominantly nuclear and/or being enriched in induced cytoplasmic foci. However, relatively little is known about the mechanisms that govern this distribution/relocalization and in many cases PABP functions within specific sites remain unclear. Here we discuss the emerging evidence with respect to these questions in mammals.


Asunto(s)
Núcleo Celular/metabolismo , Citoplasma/metabolismo , Proteínas de Unión a Poli(A)/metabolismo , ARN Mensajero/metabolismo , Transporte Activo de Núcleo Celular , Animales , Núcleo Celular/genética , Citoplasma/genética , Humanos , Poli A/genética , Poli A/metabolismo , Proteínas de Unión a Poli(A)/genética , Biosíntesis de Proteínas , Estabilidad del ARN/genética , ARN Mensajero/genética
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Methods Mol Biol ; 2419: 659-670, 2022.
Artículo en Inglés | MEDLINE | ID: mdl-35237995

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In situ hybridization (ISH) is a technique for the detection of the location of RNA within a tissue of interest. This process uses oligonucleotides with complementary sequences to bind to the target RNA, and colorimetric detection to allow for the visualization of this binding. The process of ISH means that the specific location of the RNA in question can be detected, including in which cell types it is present, and the intracellular location. In the case of long noncoding RNA (lncRNA), which do not lead to the production of proteins, ISH is essential for tissue localization. Moreover, RNA abundance is often lower than for protein-coding genes, thus necessitating enhanced detection through double-digoxigenin (DIG) labeling of the probes. Here, we describe the theory and practicalities of performing ISH for lncRNA, with particular reference to vascular tissues.


Asunto(s)
ARN Largo no Codificante , Digoxigenina , Formaldehído , Hibridación in Situ , Adhesión en Parafina , ARN Largo no Codificante/genética
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Cardiovasc Res ; 118(11): 2519-2534, 2022 08 24.
Artículo en Inglés | MEDLINE | ID: mdl-34528097

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AIMS: Endothelial cell (EC) dysfunction drives the initiation and pathogenesis of pulmonary arterial hypertension (PAH). We aimed to characterize EC dynamics in PAH at single-cell resolution. METHODS AND RESULTS: We carried out single-cell RNA sequencing (scRNA-seq) of lung ECs isolated from an EC lineage-tracing mouse model in Control and SU5416/hypoxia-induced PAH conditions. EC populations corresponding to distinct lung vessel types, including two discrete capillary populations, were identified in both Control and PAH mice. Differential gene expression analysis revealed global PAH-induced EC changes that were confirmed by bulk RNA-seq. This included upregulation of the major histocompatibility complex class II pathway, supporting a role for ECs in the inflammatory response in PAH. We also identified a PAH response specific to the second capillary EC population including upregulation of genes involved in cell death, cell motility, and angiogenesis. Interestingly, four genes with genetic variants associated with PAH were dysregulated in mouse ECs in PAH. To compare relevance across PAH models and species, we performed a detailed analysis of EC heterogeneity and response to PAH in rats and humans through whole-lung PAH scRNA-seq datasets, revealing that 51% of up-regulated mouse genes were also up-regulated in rat or human PAH. We identified promising new candidates to target endothelial dysfunction including CD74, the knockdown of which regulates EC proliferation and barrier integrity in vitro. Finally, with an in silico cell ordering approach, we identified zonation-dependent changes across the arteriovenous axis in mouse PAH and showed upregulation of the Serine/threonine-protein kinase Sgk1 at the junction between the macro- and microvasculature. CONCLUSION: This study uncovers PAH-induced EC transcriptomic changes at a high resolution, revealing novel targets for potential therapeutic candidate development.


Asunto(s)
Hipertensión Pulmonar , Hipertensión Arterial Pulmonar , Animales , Células Endoteliales/metabolismo , Hipertensión Pulmonar Primaria Familiar/metabolismo , Humanos , Ratones , Hipertensión Arterial Pulmonar/genética , Arteria Pulmonar , Ratas , Análisis de Secuencia de ARN
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BMC Res Notes ; 9: 30, 2016 Jan 19.
Artículo en Inglés | MEDLINE | ID: mdl-26780953

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BACKGROUND: Menstruation is the culmination of a cascade of events, triggered by the withdrawal of progesterone at the end of the menstrual cycle. Initiation of tissue destruction and endometrial shedding causes spiral arteriole constriction in the functional layer of the endometrium. Upregulation of genes involved in angiogenesis and immune cell recruitment, two processes that are essential to successful repair and remodelling of the endometrium, both thought to be induced by reduced oxygen has been reported. Evidence for stabilisation/increased expression of the transcriptional regulator hypoxia inducible factor in the human endometrium at menses has been published. The current literature debates whether hypoxia plays an essential role during menstrual repair, therefore this study aims to delineate a role for hypoxia using a sensitive detection method (the Hypoxyprobe™) in combination with an established mouse model of endometrial breakdown and repair. RESULTS: Using our mouse model of menses, during which documented breakdown and synchronous repair occurs in a 24 h timeframe, in combination with the Hypoxyprobe™ detection system, oxygen tensions within the uterus were measured. Immunostaining revealed striking spatial and temporal fluctuations in hypoxia during breakdown and showed that the epithelium is also exposed to hypoxic conditions during the repair phase. Furthermore, time-dependent changes in tissue hypoxia correlated with the regulation of mRNAs encoding for the angiogenic genes vascular endothelial growth factor and stromal derived factor (Cxcl12). CONCLUSIONS: Our findings are consistent with a role for focal hypoxia during endometrial breakdown in regulating gene expression during menses. These data have implications for treatment of endometrial pathologies such as heavy menstrual bleeding.


Asunto(s)
Quimiocina CXCL12/genética , Endometrio/fisiología , Hipoxia/genética , Menstruación/fisiología , Neovascularización Fisiológica/genética , Factor A de Crecimiento Endotelial Vascular/genética , Animales , Quimiocina CXCL12/metabolismo , Endometrio/irrigación sanguínea , Femenino , Perfilación de la Expresión Génica , Regulación de la Expresión Génica , Humanos , Hipoxia/metabolismo , Subunidad alfa del Factor 1 Inducible por Hipoxia/genética , Subunidad alfa del Factor 1 Inducible por Hipoxia/metabolismo , Ratones , Ratones Endogámicos C57BL , Modelos Animales , Progesterona/metabolismo , ARN Mensajero/genética , ARN Mensajero/metabolismo , Factores de Tiempo , Factor A de Crecimiento Endotelial Vascular/metabolismo , Cicatrización de Heridas/fisiología
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