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Oncology
Zhijun Hong, Wen Xie, Huiqin Zhuo, Xujin Wei, Kang Wang, Jia Cheng, Lingyun Lin, Jingjing Hou, Xin Chen, Jianchun Cai
Summary: Patients with infiltrative-type gastric cancer have a poor prognosis, and the higher expression of IGFBP7 is associated with a poor prognosis in these patients. Tumor-cell-derived TGF-beta 1 induces the appearance of the IGFBP7(+) cancer-associated fibroblast subgroup and accelerates tumor progression.
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Medicine, Research & Experimental
Jian Zhang, Hongyan Zhang, Xiuli Ding, Jia Hu, Yongkui Li, Jinxiang Zhang, Hui Wang, Shanshan Qi, Aqing Xie, Jie Shi, Mengxi Xiang, Yawen Bin, Guobin Wang, Lin Wang, Zheng Wang
Summary: This study reveals a previously unappreciated TAM-mediated oncogenic network in hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC), where TAMs induce and maintain high levels of HCC UHRF1 expression, leading to the dysregulation of tumor inhibitory factors KLF6 and miR-520d. Targeting this network may provide a new approach for the treatment of HCC patients.
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Cell Biology
Fangzhou Ye, Yiran Liang, Yajie Wang, Robert Le Yang, Dan Luo, Yaming Li, Yuhan Jin, Dianwen Han, Bing Chen, Wenjing Zhao, Lijuan Wang, Xi Chen, Tingting Ma, Xiaoli Kong, Qifeng Yang
Summary: Breast cancer is a common malignancy and exosome-mediated communication between cancer-associated fibroblasts (CAFs) and breast cancer cells plays a role in tumor progression. This study identified circTBPL1 as an upregulated circRNA in exosomes derived from CAFs. Transfer of exosomal circTBPL1 from CAFs to breast cancer cells promoted cell proliferation, migration, and invasion. Further investigation revealed that circTBPL1 acts as a sponge for miR-653-5p, leading to increased expression of TPBG and enhanced breast cancer progression. These findings suggest that exosomal circTBPL1 could serve as a biomarker and therapeutic target for breast cancer.
CELL DEATH & DISEASE
(2023)
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Cell Biology
Gao Liu, Jian Sun, Zhang-Fu Yang, Cheng Zhou, Pei-Yun Zhou, Ruo-Yu Guan, Bao-Ye Sun, Zhu-Tao Wang, Jian Zhou, Jia Fan, Shuang-Jian Qiu, Yong Yi
Summary: CAFs-derived cytokines can enhance hepatocellular carcinoma progression and metastasis by activating the circRNA-miRNA-mRNA axis in tumor cells, with CXCL11 playing a key role in this process.
CELL DEATH & DISEASE
(2021)
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Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Yusuke Ishibashi, Satsuki Mochizuki, Keisuke Horiuchi, Hironori Tsujimoto, Keita Kouzu, Yoji Kishi, Yasunori Okada, Hideki Ueno
Summary: This study demonstrates that periostin (POSTN), predominantly produced by cancer-associated fibroblasts (CAFs) in esophageal squamous cell carcinoma (ESCC) tissues, stimulates the activity of A disintegrin and metalloproteinase 17 (ADAM17) through the integrin alpha vI33 or alpha vI35-ERK1/2 pathway, promoting the migration, invasion, proliferation, and colony formation of ESCC cells.
BIOCHIMICA ET BIOPHYSICA ACTA-MOLECULAR BASIS OF DISEASE
(2023)
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Oncology
Soo Hyun Kang, Su Young Oh, Heon-Jin Lee, Tae-Geon Kwon, Jin-Wook Kim, Sung-Tak Lee, So-Young Choi, Su-Hyung Hong
Summary: Fibroblasts are a heterogeneous population of cells that play a role in cancer progression. CAFs from HNSCC patients may delay cancer progression through specific collagen proteins.
Review
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Hikmet Akkiz
Summary: Hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC) is a prevalent cancer that ranks fourth in cancer-related deaths globally. The tumor microenvironment (TME) formed by HCC cells and various stromal and inflammatory cells plays a crucial role in tumor growth, metastasis, and drug resistance. Cancer-associated fibroblasts (CAFs) are an important component of the TME and their signaling can contribute to drug resistance. However, CAFs display heterogeneity and can also have antitumor properties. Understanding the crosstalk between CAFs, HCC cells, and other stromal cells is essential for the development of effective targeted therapies for HCC.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF MOLECULAR SCIENCES
(2023)
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Jung Woo Eun, Hye Ri Ahn, Geum Ok Baek, Moon Gyeong Yoon, Ju A. Son, Ji Hyang Weon, Jung Hwan Yoon, Hyung Seok Kim, Ji Eun Han, Soon Sun Kim, Jae Youn Cheong, Bong-wan Kim, Hyo Jung Cho
Summary: Cancer-associated fibroblasts (CAFs) in hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC) have downregulated expression of hsa-miR-101-3p and hsa-miR-490-3p, which target TGFBR1. The downregulation of these miRs and high TGFBR1 expression are associated with poor prognosis in HCC patients. TGFBR1 expression is also correlated with infiltration of immunosuppressive immune cells.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF MOLECULAR SCIENCES
(2023)
Review
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Xiaodong Niu, Yuan Yang, Yanming Ren, Shengtao Zhou, Qing Mao, Yuan Wang
Summary: The m(6)A modification, a prevalent and abundant RNA modification, is involved in the occurrence and development of various cancers. Recent studies have shown that aberrant m(6)A regulators and m(6)A levels have dual effects on cancer progression, acting as both promoters and inhibitors. Additionally, direct interactions between different m(6)A regulators and mRNAs have been observed in various cancers. This review summarizes the functions of m(6)A regulators and their roles in different types of cancers, and discusses the potential clinical applications of targeting m(6)A regulators.
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Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Tomoaki Hirashima, Hideaki Karasawa, Takashi Aizawa, Takashi Suzuki, Akihiro Yamamura, Hideyuki Suzuki, Taiki Kajiwara, Hiroaki Musha, Ryo Funayama, Matsuyuki Shirota, Shinobu Ohnuma, Keiko Nakayama, Michiaki Unno
Summary: The study reveals that cancer-associated fibroblasts with increased expression of Wnt5a play a crucial role in the progression of colorectal cancer, and may serve as a target for anti-cancer therapies.
BIOCHEMICAL AND BIOPHYSICAL RESEARCH COMMUNICATIONS
(2021)
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Oncology
Bonan Chen, Xiaoli Liu, Peiyao Yu, Fuda Xie, Johnny S. H. Kwan, Wai Nok Chan, Canbin Fang, Jinglin Zhang, Alvin H. K. Cheung, Chit Chow, Gloria W. M. Leung, Kam Tong Leung, Shihua Shi, Bin Zhang, Shouyu Wang, Dazhi Xu, Kaili Fu, Chi Chun Wong, William K. K. Wu, Michael W. Y. Chan, Patrick M. K. Tang, Chi Man Tsang, Kwok Wai Lo, Gary M. K. Tse, Jun Yu, Ka Fai To, Wei Kang
Summary: This study reveals the role of the PIEZO1-YAP1-CTGF cascade in gastric cancer (GC) progression, providing a new therapeutic avenue to block the transformation from precancerous lesions to GC. H. pylori-NF-kappa B activates the PIEZO1-YAP1-CTGF axis to remodel the GC microenvironment by promoting cancer-associated fibroblast (CAF) infiltration. Targeting the PIEZO1-YAP1-CTGF cascade in combination with chemotherapy may serve as a potential therapeutic option to block GC progression and peritoneal metastasis.
CLINICAL AND TRANSLATIONAL MEDICINE
(2023)
Review
Cell Biology
Yini Liu, Chunyan Duan, Rongyang Dai, Yi Zeng
Summary: Ferroptosis, a form of non-apoptotic regulated cell death primarily driven by iron-dependent lipid peroxidation, plays a significant role in cancer biology. Characterized by the accumulation of lipid peroxides and lethal reactive oxygen species, it differs from other types of cell death and can modulate cancer progression by reprogramming the tumor microenvironment.
FRONTIERS IN CELL AND DEVELOPMENTAL BIOLOGY
(2021)
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Gastroenterology & Hepatology
Pil Soo Sung
Summary: Tumor-associated macrophages (TAMs) play a crucial role in hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC) progression and treatment resistance by interacting with various cell populations in the tumor microenvironment.
CLINICAL AND MOLECULAR HEPATOLOGY
(2022)
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Plant Sciences
Weicong Chen, Xuemei Yang, Jialing Sun, Yuyao Chen, Wenting Zhao, Chunyu He, Haiyan An, Jie Pang, Wei Xu, Bin Wen, Haitao Sun, Songqi He
Summary: BJJP inhibits the progression of HCC by suppressing VEGF-A and HGF expression in CAFs through downregulating PDGFRO signaling.
JOURNAL OF ETHNOPHARMACOLOGY
(2023)
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Cell Biology
Lihong He, Jiaxin Guo, Zhaona Fan, Shiwen Yang, Chi Zhang, Bin Cheng, Juan Xia
Summary: In this study, it was found that exosomes derived from cancer-associated fibroblasts (CAFs) contained more miR-146b-5p compared to exosomes derived from normal fibroblasts (NFs). miR-146b-5p promoted the malignant phenotype of oral squamous cell carcinoma (OSCC) by targeting HIPK3. Therefore, inhibiting exosomal miR-146b-5p secretion may be a promising therapeutic approach for OSCC.
CELLULAR SIGNALLING
(2023)
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Virology
Haiwen Chen, Xiao Zhang, Shanshan Zhang, Xiaobing Duan, Tong Xiang, Xiang Zhou, Wanlin Zhang, Xinyu Zhang, Qisheng Feng, Yinfeng Kang, Jiangping Li, Lan Deng, Liang Wang, Xing Lv, Musheng Zeng, Yi-Xin Zeng, Miao Xu
Summary: The study identified novel gB T cell epitopes and revealed that inherent gB-specific CD8(+) T cell responses in EBV carriers are associated with EBV reactivation. Additionally, most gB epitopes were found to be conserved among different EBV strains.
JOURNAL OF VIROLOGY
(2021)
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Oncology
Xiaobing Duan, Haiwen Chen, Xiang Zhou, Pingjuan Liu, Xiao Zhang, Qian Zhu, Ling Zhong, Wanlin Zhang, Shanshan Zhang, Xinyu Zhang, Yanhong Chen, Yan Zhou, Chaopin Yang, Qisheng Feng, Yi-Xin Zeng, Miao Xu, Tong Xiang
Summary: This study reveals a mechanism by which EBV-associated epithelial malignancies escape NK-cell-mediated immune surveillance, providing a new target for improving NK-cell immunotherapy.
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Cell Biology
Fengze Sun, Yuanyuan Liu, Tingting Gong, Qiuzhong Pan, Tong Xiang, Jingjing Zhao, Yan Tang, Hao Chen, Yulong Han, Mengjia Song, Yue Huang, Han Li, Yuanyuan Chen, Chaopin Yang, Jieying Yang, Qijing Wang, Yongqiang Li, Jia He, Desheng Weng, Ruiqing Peng, Jianchuan Xia
Summary: This study confirmed that DTYMK is significantly increased in HCC and is associated with poor prognosis. Further experiments demonstrated that DTYMK knockdown inhibited HCC growth and increased sensitivity to oxaliplatin, revealing a potential new therapeutic target for HCC. Additionally, DTYMK was found to competitively interact with miR-378a-3p to activate signaling pathways related to drug resistance and tumor progression, providing new insights into the role of mRNA in regulating tumor microenvironment.
CELL DEATH & DISEASE
(2021)
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Cell Biology
Yue Huang, Yingqin Zhu, Jieying Yang, Qiuzhong Pan, Jingjing Zhao, Mengjia Song, Chaopin Yang, Yulong Han, Yan Tang, Qijing Wang, Jia He, Yongqiang Li, Junyi He, Hao Chen, Desheng Weng, Tong Xiang, Jian Chuan Xia
Summary: This study reveals that CMTM6 is significantly reduced in hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC) and predicts better prognosis. It demonstrates that CMTM6 inhibits HCC cell proliferation by blocking the G1/S phase transition and stabilizing p21 protein, leading to the inactivation of the pRB/E2F pathway. Additionally, CMTM6 sensitizes HCC cells to chemotherapy drugs and correlates positively with better clinical outcomes in postoperative recurrence treated with transarterial chemoembolization (TACE).
CELL DEATH & DISEASE
(2022)
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Oncology
Han Li, Fan Luo, Xingyu Jiang, Weijing Zhang, Tong Xiang, Qiuzhong Pan, Liming Cai, Jingjing Zhao, Desheng Weng, Yue Li, Yuhu Dai, Fengze Sun, Chaopin Yang, Yue Huang, Jieying Yang, Yan Tang, Yulong Han, Mian He, Yanna Zhang, Libing Song, Jian-Chuan Xia
Summary: This study reveals the role of circITGB6 in promoting platinum resistance in ovarian cancer (OC). It demonstrates that circITGB6 may serve as a potential prognostic marker and therapeutic target for patients with OC. Mechanistically, circITGB6 interacts with IGF2BP2 and FGF9 mRNA to induce polarization of tumor-associated macrophages (TAMs) into M2 phenotype.
JOURNAL FOR IMMUNOTHERAPY OF CANCER
(2022)
Article
Multidisciplinary Sciences
Xiao Zhang, Junping Hong, Ling Zhong, Qian Wu, Shanshan Zhang, Qianying Zhu, Haiwen Chen, Dongmei Wei, Rui Li, Wanlin Zhang, Xinyu Zhang, Guosong Wang, Xiang Zhou, Junyu Chen, Yinfeng Kang, Zhenghui Zha, Xiaobing Duan, Yang Huang, Cong Sun, Xiangwei Kong, Yan Zhou, Yanhong Chen, Xiaoping Ye, Qisheng Feng, Shaowei Li, Tong Xiang, Song Gao, Mu-Sheng Zeng, Qingbing Zheng, Yixin Chen, Yi-Xin Zeng, Ningshao Xia, Miao Xu
Summary: This study identified two neutralizing antibodies that effectively neutralize EBV infection and provide protection against EBV-induced lymphoproliferative disorders in humanized mice. The antibodies inhibit membrane fusion through interference with gB-cell interaction and activation, offering potential targets for antiviral therapies and vaccines.
PROCEEDINGS OF THE NATIONAL ACADEMY OF SCIENCES OF THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA
(2022)
Correction
Oncology
Tong Xiang, Lanying Du, Petra Pham, Bo Zhu, Shibo Jiang
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Oncology
Muping Di, Jingjing Miao, Qiuzhong Pan, Zonglong Wu, Boyu Chen, Muru Wang, Jingjing Zhao, Huageng Huang, Jiewen Bai, Qijing Wang, Yan Tang, Yongqiang Li, Jia He, Tong Xiang, Desheng Weng, Lin Wang, Jianchuan Xia, Chong Zhao
Summary: This study found that GSDME-dependent pyroptosis is a critical determinant of radiosensitivity in nasopharyngeal carcinoma (NPC), and it is modulated by OTUD4. These findings have important implications for research on radioresistance and potential therapeutic targets for sensitizing NPC to radiotherapy.
JOURNAL OF EXPERIMENTAL & CLINICAL CANCER RESEARCH
(2022)
Article
Immunology
Xinyi Yang, Desheng Weng, Qiuzhong Pan, Tong Xiang, Chaopin Yang, Zhengrong Wu, Minxing Li, Songzuo Xie, Yan Tang, Jianchuan Xia, Jingjing Zhao
Summary: This study investigated the use of adjuvant cellular immunotherapy in post-mastectomy breast cancer patients. The results showed that patients treated with cellular immunotherapy had a higher overall survival rate compared to those who did not receive the treatment, particularly those who received NK cell immunotherapy. Subgroup analyses also indicated that adjuvant cellular immunotherapy significantly improved the overall survival of patients with triple-negative breast cancer and those aged over 50 years.
FRONTIERS IN IMMUNOLOGY
(2022)
Article
Oncology
Haiwen Chen, Xiaobing Duan, Xiaohong Deng, Yingping Huang, Xiang Zhou, Shanshan Zhang, Xiao Zhang, Pingjuan Liu, Chaopin Yang, Guojun Liu, Qinqin Ren, Yan Xiong, Bo Zhu, Jiexia Zhang, Tong Xiang
Summary: Nasopharyngeal carcinoma is an EBV-associated epithelial malignancy characterized by infiltration of lymphocytes, including NK cells. EBV-positive NPC cells often develop mechanisms to evade NK cell immune surveillance. Understanding the mechanisms involved in EBV-induced NK cell dysfunction may lead to the development of novel immunotherapies for NPC.
CANCER IMMUNOLOGY RESEARCH
(2023)
Editorial Material
Oncology
Jieying Yang, Li Fu, Toshiro Shirakawa, Tong Xiang
FRONTIERS IN ONCOLOGY
(2023)
Article
Oncology
Yulong Han, Qiuzhong Pan, Zhixing Guo, Yufei Du, Yaojun Zhang, Yingying Liu, Jingjing Zhao, Jinfeng Xu, Jieying Yang, Dijun Ouyang, Yan Tang, Qijing Wang, Yongqiang Li, Jia He, Mengjuan Yang, Hao Chen, Chaopin Yang, Xinyi Yang, Jinqi You, Yuanyuan Chen, Minghao Ren, Yao Zhu, Jianchuan Xia, Tong Xiang
Summary: This study found that HBV infection leads to downregulation of BMP9 gene, resulting in vascular abnormalities in patients with HCC and inhibition of infiltration of cytotoxic lymphocytes. These findings suggest that combining BMP9-based therapy with immunotherapy may be a rational choice for treating HBV-associated HCC.
CLINICAL AND TRANSLATIONAL MEDICINE
(2023)
Article
Medicine, Research & Experimental
Mengjia Song, Jieying Yang, Muping Di, Ye Hong, Qiuzhong Pan, Yufei Du, Tong Xiang, Juan Liu, Yan Tang, Qijing Wang, Yongqiang Li, Jia He, Hao Chen, Jingjing Zhao, Desheng Weng, Yizhuo Zhang, Jian-Chuan Xia
Summary: Resistance to 5-FU chemotherapy is a major challenge in treating colorectal cancer (CRC) patients. IL-33, a newly discovered molecule, has both pro- and anti-tumorigenic effects in various cancers. However, its role in CRC progression and 5-FU resistance remains unclear.
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Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Jieying Yang, Yue Huang, Mengjia Song, Qiuzhong Pan, Jingjing Zhao, Junyi He, Dijun Ouyang, Chaopin Yang, Yulong Han, Yan Tang, Qijing Wang, Jia He, Yongqiang Li, Hao Chen, Desheng Weng, Tong Xiang, JianChuan Xia
Summary: This study reveals the significant role of SPC25 in hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC) progression and its correlation with disease severity and poor survival. Mechanistically, SPC25 promotes DNA damage and activates the DNA-PK/Akt/Notch1 signaling cascade, leading to the regulation of HCC cell proliferation and stemness program. These findings provide potential biomarkers for predicting HCC progression and poor survival, as well as therapeutic targets for HCC patients.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF BIOLOGICAL SCIENCES
(2022)