Cell division is a fundamental biological process in which a parent cell divides into two daughter cells.The cell cortex,a thin layer primarily composed of actin filaments and myosin motors beneath the plasma membrane...Cell division is a fundamental biological process in which a parent cell divides into two daughter cells.The cell cortex,a thin layer primarily composed of actin filaments and myosin motors beneath the plasma membrane,plays a critical role in ensuring proper cell division.In this study,we apply a hydrodynamic model to describe the actin cortex as an active nematic surface,incorporating orientational order arising from actin filament alignment and anisotropic active stress produced by myosin motors.By analyzing the linearized dynamics,we investigate how shape,flow,and stress regulators evolve over time when the surface deviates slightly from a sphere.Our findings reveal that the active alignment of actin filaments,often overlooked in previous studies,is crucial for successful division.Furthermore,we demonstrate that a cortical chiral flow naturally emerges as a consequence of this active alignment.Overall,our results provide a mechanistic explanation for key phenomena observed during cell division,offering new insights into the role of active stress and filament alignment in cortical dynamics.展开更多
Adjuvant chemoradiotherapy,molecular targeted therapy,and immunotherapy are frequently employed to extend the survival of patients with advanced gastric cancer(GC).However,most of these treatments have toxic side effe...Adjuvant chemoradiotherapy,molecular targeted therapy,and immunotherapy are frequently employed to extend the survival of patients with advanced gastric cancer(GC).However,most of these treatments have toxic side effects,drug resistance,and limited improvements in survival and quality of life.Therefore,it is crucial to discover and develop new medications targeting GC that are highly effective and have minimal toxicity.In previous studies,the total terpene extract from the stem of Celastrus orbiculatus demonstrated anti-GC activity;however,the specific mechanism was unclear.Our research utilising coimmunoprecipitation-mass spectrometry(Co-IP-MS),polypyrimidine tract binding protein 1(ptbp1)clustered regularly interspaced short palindromic repeat-associated protein 9(Cas9)-knockout(KO)mouse model,tissue microarray,and functional experiments suggests that alpha actinin-4(ACTN4)could be a significant biomarker of GC.PTBP1 influences actin cytoskeleton restructuring in GC cells by interacting with ACTN4.Celastrus orbiculatus stem extract(COE)may directly target ACTN4 and affect the interaction between PTBP1 and ACTN4,thereby exerting anti-GC effects.展开更多
Cells are capable of sensing and responding to the extracellular mechanical microenvironment via the actin skeleton.In vivo,tissues are frequently subject to mechanical forces,such as the rapid and significant shear f...Cells are capable of sensing and responding to the extracellular mechanical microenvironment via the actin skeleton.In vivo,tissues are frequently subject to mechanical forces,such as the rapid and significant shear flow encountered by vascular endothelial cells.However,the investigations about the transient response of intracellular actin networks under these intense external mechanical forces,their intrinsic mechanisms,and potential implications are very limited.Here,we observe that when cells are subject to the shear flow,an actin ring structure could be rapidly assembled at the periphery of the nucleus.To gain insights into the mechanism underlying this perinuclear actin ring assembly,we develop a computational model of actin dynamics.We demonstrate that this perinuclear actin ring assembly is triggered by the depolymerization of cortical actin,Arp2/3-dependent actin filament polymerization,and myosin-mediated actin network contraction.Furthermore,we discover that the compressive stress generated by the perinuclear actin ring could lead to a reduction in the nuclear spreading area,an increase in the nuclear height,and a decrease in the nuclear volume.The present model thus explains the mechanism of the perinuclear actin ring assembly under external mechanical forces and suggests that the spontaneous contraction of this actin structure can significantly impact nuclear morphology.展开更多
Actin, a highly conserved protein, plays a dominant role in Non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC). Late diagnosis and the aggressive nature of NSCLC pose a significant threat. Studying the clinic pathological properties ...Actin, a highly conserved protein, plays a dominant role in Non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC). Late diagnosis and the aggressive nature of NSCLC pose a significant threat. Studying the clinic pathological properties of NSCLC proteins is a potential alternative for developing treatment strategies. Towards this, 35 downregulated actin cytoskeletal proteins on NSCLC prognosis and treatment were studied by examining their protein-protein interactions, gene ontology enrichment terms, and signaling pathways. Using PubMed, various proteins in NSCLC were identified. The protein-protein interactions and functional associations of these proteins were examined using the STRING database. The focal adhesion signaling pathway was selected from all available KEGG and Wiki pathways because of its role in regulating gene expression, facilitating cell movement and reproduction, and significantly impacting NSCLC. The protein-protein interaction network of the 35 downregulated actin cytoskeleton proteins revealed that ACTG1, ACTR2, ACTR3, ANXA2, ARPC4, FLNA, TLN1, CALD1, MYL6, MYH9, MYH10, TPM1, TPM3, TPM4, PFN1, IQGAP1, MSN, and ZXY exhibited the highest number of interactions. Whereas HSPB1, CTNNA1, KRT17, KRT7, FLNB, SEPT2, and TUBA1B displayed medium interactions, while UTRN, TUBA1B, and DUSP23 had relatively fewer interactions. It was discovered that focal adhesions are critical in connecting membrane receptors with the actin cytoskeleton. In addition, protein kinases, phosphatases, and adapter proteins were identified as key signaling molecules in this process, greatly influencing cell shape, motility, and gene expression. Our analysis shows that the focal adhesion pathway plays a crucial role in NSCLC and is essential for developing effective treatment strategies and improving patient outcomes.展开更多
Proper regulation of synapse formation and elimination is critical for establishing mature neuronal circuits and maintaining brain function.Synaptic abnormalities,such as defects in the density and morphology of posts...Proper regulation of synapse formation and elimination is critical for establishing mature neuronal circuits and maintaining brain function.Synaptic abnormalities,such as defects in the density and morphology of postsynaptic dendritic spines,underlie the pathology of various neuropsychiatric disorders.Protocadherin 17(PCDH17)is associated with major mood disorders,including bipolar disorder and depression.However,the molecular mechanisms by which PCDH17 regulates spine number,morphology,and behavior remain elusive.In this study,we found that PCDH17 functions at postsynaptic sites,restricting the number and size of dendritic spines in excitatory neurons.Selective overexpression of PCDH17 in the ventral hippocampal CA1 results in spine loss and anxiety-and depression-like behaviors in mice.Mechanistically,PCDH17 interacts with actin-relevant proteins and regulates actin filament(F-actin)organization.Specifically,PCDH17 binds to ROCK2,increasing its expression and subsequently enhancing the activity of downstream targets such as LIMK1 and the phosphorylation of cofilin serine-3(Ser3).Inhibition of ROCK2 activity with belumosudil(KD025)ameliorates the defective F-actin organization and spine structure induced by PCDH17 overexpression,suggesting that ROCK2 mediates the effects of PCDH17 on F-actin content and spine development.Hence,these findings reveal a novel mechanism by which PCDH17 regulates synapse development and behavior,providing pathological insights into the neurobiological basis of mood disorders.展开更多
目的研究Plectin的表达与肝癌细胞迁移能力的关系,揭示Plectin表达影响肝癌细胞迁移行为的分子机理。方法首先,Western blot检测正常肝细胞和肝癌细胞中Plectin的表达。其次,构建Plectin下调的肝癌细胞株,设立对照组(shNC组)和shPLEC组...目的研究Plectin的表达与肝癌细胞迁移能力的关系,揭示Plectin表达影响肝癌细胞迁移行为的分子机理。方法首先,Western blot检测正常肝细胞和肝癌细胞中Plectin的表达。其次,构建Plectin下调的肝癌细胞株,设立对照组(shNC组)和shPLEC组,各组分别设溶剂对照组(shNC+DMSO组或shPLEC+DMSO组)和F-actin骨架聚合诱导剂Jasplakinolide组(shNC+Jasp组或shPLEC+Jasp组)。采用Western blot检测各组肝癌细胞中Plectin的表达及上皮-间质转化(epithelial-mesenchymal transition,EMT)相关分子(N-cadherin、vimentin和E-cadherin)的表达;采用Transwell小室法分析肝癌细胞的迁移能力;采用KEGG(Kyoto Encyclopedia of Genes and Genomes)分析与Plectin基因有关的信号通路;采用免疫荧光技术检测Plectin表达变化对细胞骨架F-actin聚合的影响。结果与正常肝细胞相比,Plectin在肝癌细胞中高表达。与shNC组相比,shPLEC组Plectin的表达降低(P<0.05),肝癌细胞的迁移能力减弱(P<0.05),EMT进程被抑制(N-cadherin和vimentin表达降低,E-cadherin表达升高)(P<0.05);KEGG分析发现细胞骨架F-actin调控与Plectin的联系最为密切,shPLEC组肝癌细胞骨架F-actin发生解聚。采用F-actin骨架聚合诱导剂Jasplakinolide处理后,与shPLEC+DMSO组相比,shPLEC+Jasp组肝癌细胞迁移能力增强(P<0.05),EMT进程有所恢复(N-cadherin和vimentin表达升高,E-cadherin表达降低)(P<0.05),同时肝癌细胞骨架F-actin聚合亦有所恢复。结论Plectin在肝癌细胞中高表达,肝癌细胞中Plectin通过诱导F-actin聚合促进肝癌细胞的迁移和EMT。展开更多
BACKGROUND Glioma is one of the most common intracranial tumors,characterized by invasive growth and poor prognosis.Actin cytoskeletal rearrangement is an essential event of tumor cell migration.The actin dynamics-rel...BACKGROUND Glioma is one of the most common intracranial tumors,characterized by invasive growth and poor prognosis.Actin cytoskeletal rearrangement is an essential event of tumor cell migration.The actin dynamics-related protein scinderin(SCIN)has been reported to be closely related to tumor cell migration and invasion in several cancers.AIM To investigate the role and mechanism of SCIN in glioma.METHODS The expression and clinical significance of SCIN in glioma were analyzed based on public databases.SCIN expression was examined using real-time quantitative polymerase chain reaction and Western blotting.Gene silencing was performed using short hairpin RNA transfection.Cell viability,migration,and invasion were assessed using cell counting kit 8 assay,wound healing,and Matrigel invasion assays,respectively.F-actin cytoskeleton organization was assessed using F-actin staining.RESULTS SCIN expression was significantly elevated in glioma,and high levels of SCIN were associated with advanced tumor grade and wild-type isocitrate dehydrogenase.Furthermore,SCIN-deficient cells exhibited decreased proliferation,migration,and invasion in U87 and U251 cells.Moreover,knockdown of SCIN inhibited the RhoA/focal adhesion kinase(FAK)signaling to promote F-actin depolymerization in U87 and U251 cells.CONCLUSION SCIN modulates the actin cytoskeleton via activating RhoA/FAK signaling,thereby promoting the migration and invasion of glioma cells.This study identified the cancer-promoting effect of SCIN and provided a potential therapeutic target for the treatment of glioma.展开更多
Dendritic morphology is typically highly branched,and the branching and synaptic abundance of dendrites can enhance the receptive range of neurons and the diversity of information received,thus providing the basis for...Dendritic morphology is typically highly branched,and the branching and synaptic abundance of dendrites can enhance the receptive range of neurons and the diversity of information received,thus providing the basis for information processing in the nervous system.Once dendritic development is aberrantly compromised or damaged,it may lead to abnormal connectivity of the neural network,affecting the function and stability of the nervous system and ultimately triggering a series of neurological disorders.Research on the regulation of dendritic developmental processes has flourished,and much progress is now being made in its regulatory mechanisms.Noteworthily,dendrites are characterized by an extremely complex dendritic arborization that cannot be attributed to individual protein functions alone,requiring a systematic analysis of the intrinsic and extrinsic signals and the coordinated roles among them.Actin cytoskeleton organization and membrane vesicle trafficking are required during dendrite development,with actin providing tracks for vesicles and vesicle trafficking in turn providing material for actin assembly.In this review,we focus on these two basic biological processes and discuss the molecular mechanisms and their synergistic effects underlying the morphogenesis of neuronal dendrites.We also offer insights and discuss strategies for the potential preventive and therapeutic treatment of neuropsychiatric disorders.展开更多
目的:观察心脏营养素-1(CT-1)慢性作用所诱导的小鼠重构心肌中,肌小节收缩性蛋白α-Actin、细胞骨架蛋白α-Actinin及线粒体解偶联蛋白-2(UCP2)的表达情况。方法:实验组昆明小鼠腹腔注射CT-1C末端肽(carboxy-terminal polypeptide of ca...目的:观察心脏营养素-1(CT-1)慢性作用所诱导的小鼠重构心肌中,肌小节收缩性蛋白α-Actin、细胞骨架蛋白α-Actinin及线粒体解偶联蛋白-2(UCP2)的表达情况。方法:实验组昆明小鼠腹腔注射CT-1C末端肽(carboxy-terminal polypeptide of cardiotrophin-1,CT-1-CP)1、2、3、4周(每组10只,雌雄各半)后,对照组小鼠(10只,雌雄各半)腹腔注射生理盐水4周后,摘取小鼠心脏标本,石蜡包埋,切5μm厚切片,采用SABC检测肌小节结构蛋白α-Actin、α-Actinin与UCP2在小鼠心肌中的表达情况;同时采用Western blot检测小鼠心肌组织中3种蛋白质的相对表达量。结果:免疫组化结果显示,α-Actin的阳性颗粒主要集中于细胞核的周围,α-Actinin则趋于向肌节的横纹处汇聚,而UCP2则较均匀地散布于肌细胞浆中。结合Western blot相对灰度的比较分析,在对照组,α-Actin的表达水平略高于α-Actinin和UCP2,但3者之间并无明显的差异(WB:F=0.249,P>0.05)。注射CT-1-CP后,α-Actin的表达基本呈逐渐减弱的趋势,但对照组与4个注射组之间并无明显差异(χ2=7.386,P>0.05);与之相反,α-Actinin的表达则呈逐渐增强的趋势,阳性细胞数的百分比和阳性颗粒的染色强度都逐渐增多,而且各组间呈现出明显差异(χ2=21.977,P<0.01);UCP2的表达则在1周后增强,2周后达最高值,随后出现降低,4周后降至接近对照组的水平。结论:CT-1-CP的慢性作用可导致肌小节不同结构蛋白的比例发生改变,α-Actin的表达减少,α-Actinin的表达增多;而线粒体UCP2的表达达到一定峰值后即开始降低。展开更多
Plastins are a family of actin binding proteins （ABPs） known to cross-link actin microfilaments in mammalian cells, creating actin microfilament bundles necessary to confer cell polarity and cell shape. Plastins als...Plastins are a family of actin binding proteins （ABPs） known to cross-link actin microfilaments in mammalian cells, creating actin microfilament bundles necessary to confer cell polarity and cell shape. Plastins also support cell movement in response to changes in environment, involved in cell/tissue growth and development. They also confer plasticity to cells and tissues in response to infection or other pathological conditions （e.g., inflammation）. In the testis, the cell-cell anchoring junction unique to the testis that is found at the Sertoli cell-cell interface at the blood-testis barrier （BTB） and at the Sertoli-spermatid （e.g., 8-19 spermatids in the rat testis） is the basal and the apical ectoplasmic specialization （ES）, respectively. The ES is an F-actin-rich anchoring junction constituted most notably by actin microfilament bundles. A recent report using RNAi that specifically knocks down plastin 3 has yielded some insightful information regarding the mechanism by which plastin 3 regulates the status of actin microfilament bundles at the ES via its intrinsic actin filament bundling activity. Herein, we provide a brief review on the role of plastins in the testis in light of this report, which together with recent findings in the field, we propose a likely model by which plastins regulate ES function during the epithelial cycle of sDermatogenesis via their intrinsic activity on actin microfilament organization in the rat testis.展开更多
基金support from the National Nat-ural Science Foundation of China(Grant No.12474199)the Fundamental Research Funds for Central Universities of China(Grant No.20720240144),and 111 Project(B16029).
文摘Cell division is a fundamental biological process in which a parent cell divides into two daughter cells.The cell cortex,a thin layer primarily composed of actin filaments and myosin motors beneath the plasma membrane,plays a critical role in ensuring proper cell division.In this study,we apply a hydrodynamic model to describe the actin cortex as an active nematic surface,incorporating orientational order arising from actin filament alignment and anisotropic active stress produced by myosin motors.By analyzing the linearized dynamics,we investigate how shape,flow,and stress regulators evolve over time when the surface deviates slightly from a sphere.Our findings reveal that the active alignment of actin filaments,often overlooked in previous studies,is crucial for successful division.Furthermore,we demonstrate that a cortical chiral flow naturally emerges as a consequence of this active alignment.Overall,our results provide a mechanistic explanation for key phenomena observed during cell division,offering new insights into the role of active stress and filament alignment in cortical dynamics.
基金financially supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China(Grant Nos.:82274603 and 82104946)the Natural Science Foundation of Jiangsu Province,China(Grant No.:BK20210817)+3 种基金the Traditional Chinese Medicine Science and Technology Development Project of Jiangsu Province,China(Project code:QN202008)the Young Scientific and Technological Talents Uplift Project of Jiangsu Association of Integrated Traditional Chinese and Western Medicine,China(Grant No.:JSZXTJ-2024-A05)the Postgraduate Research&Practice Innovation Program of Jiangsu Province,China(Grant No.:KYCX21_3295)the Yangzhou University Graduate Student International Academic Exchange Special Fund Project,China.Thanks for the Graphical abstract drawn。
文摘Adjuvant chemoradiotherapy,molecular targeted therapy,and immunotherapy are frequently employed to extend the survival of patients with advanced gastric cancer(GC).However,most of these treatments have toxic side effects,drug resistance,and limited improvements in survival and quality of life.Therefore,it is crucial to discover and develop new medications targeting GC that are highly effective and have minimal toxicity.In previous studies,the total terpene extract from the stem of Celastrus orbiculatus demonstrated anti-GC activity;however,the specific mechanism was unclear.Our research utilising coimmunoprecipitation-mass spectrometry(Co-IP-MS),polypyrimidine tract binding protein 1(ptbp1)clustered regularly interspaced short palindromic repeat-associated protein 9(Cas9)-knockout(KO)mouse model,tissue microarray,and functional experiments suggests that alpha actinin-4(ACTN4)could be a significant biomarker of GC.PTBP1 influences actin cytoskeleton restructuring in GC cells by interacting with ACTN4.Celastrus orbiculatus stem extract(COE)may directly target ACTN4 and affect the interaction between PTBP1 and ACTN4,thereby exerting anti-GC effects.
基金Project supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China (Nos. 12025207 and 11872357)the Fundamental Research Funds for the Central Universities。
文摘Cells are capable of sensing and responding to the extracellular mechanical microenvironment via the actin skeleton.In vivo,tissues are frequently subject to mechanical forces,such as the rapid and significant shear flow encountered by vascular endothelial cells.However,the investigations about the transient response of intracellular actin networks under these intense external mechanical forces,their intrinsic mechanisms,and potential implications are very limited.Here,we observe that when cells are subject to the shear flow,an actin ring structure could be rapidly assembled at the periphery of the nucleus.To gain insights into the mechanism underlying this perinuclear actin ring assembly,we develop a computational model of actin dynamics.We demonstrate that this perinuclear actin ring assembly is triggered by the depolymerization of cortical actin,Arp2/3-dependent actin filament polymerization,and myosin-mediated actin network contraction.Furthermore,we discover that the compressive stress generated by the perinuclear actin ring could lead to a reduction in the nuclear spreading area,an increase in the nuclear height,and a decrease in the nuclear volume.The present model thus explains the mechanism of the perinuclear actin ring assembly under external mechanical forces and suggests that the spontaneous contraction of this actin structure can significantly impact nuclear morphology.
文摘Actin, a highly conserved protein, plays a dominant role in Non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC). Late diagnosis and the aggressive nature of NSCLC pose a significant threat. Studying the clinic pathological properties of NSCLC proteins is a potential alternative for developing treatment strategies. Towards this, 35 downregulated actin cytoskeletal proteins on NSCLC prognosis and treatment were studied by examining their protein-protein interactions, gene ontology enrichment terms, and signaling pathways. Using PubMed, various proteins in NSCLC were identified. The protein-protein interactions and functional associations of these proteins were examined using the STRING database. The focal adhesion signaling pathway was selected from all available KEGG and Wiki pathways because of its role in regulating gene expression, facilitating cell movement and reproduction, and significantly impacting NSCLC. The protein-protein interaction network of the 35 downregulated actin cytoskeleton proteins revealed that ACTG1, ACTR2, ACTR3, ANXA2, ARPC4, FLNA, TLN1, CALD1, MYL6, MYH9, MYH10, TPM1, TPM3, TPM4, PFN1, IQGAP1, MSN, and ZXY exhibited the highest number of interactions. Whereas HSPB1, CTNNA1, KRT17, KRT7, FLNB, SEPT2, and TUBA1B displayed medium interactions, while UTRN, TUBA1B, and DUSP23 had relatively fewer interactions. It was discovered that focal adhesions are critical in connecting membrane receptors with the actin cytoskeleton. In addition, protein kinases, phosphatases, and adapter proteins were identified as key signaling molecules in this process, greatly influencing cell shape, motility, and gene expression. Our analysis shows that the focal adhesion pathway plays a crucial role in NSCLC and is essential for developing effective treatment strategies and improving patient outcomes.
基金supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China(82171506 and 31872778)Discipline Innovative Engineering Plan(111 Program)of China(B13036)+3 种基金Key Laboratory Grant from Hunan Province(2016TP1006)Department of Science and Technology of Hunan Province(2021DK2001,Innovative Team Program 2019RS1010)Innovation-Driven Team Project from Central South University(2020CX016)Hunan Hundred Talents Program for Young Outstanding Scientists。
文摘Proper regulation of synapse formation and elimination is critical for establishing mature neuronal circuits and maintaining brain function.Synaptic abnormalities,such as defects in the density and morphology of postsynaptic dendritic spines,underlie the pathology of various neuropsychiatric disorders.Protocadherin 17(PCDH17)is associated with major mood disorders,including bipolar disorder and depression.However,the molecular mechanisms by which PCDH17 regulates spine number,morphology,and behavior remain elusive.In this study,we found that PCDH17 functions at postsynaptic sites,restricting the number and size of dendritic spines in excitatory neurons.Selective overexpression of PCDH17 in the ventral hippocampal CA1 results in spine loss and anxiety-and depression-like behaviors in mice.Mechanistically,PCDH17 interacts with actin-relevant proteins and regulates actin filament(F-actin)organization.Specifically,PCDH17 binds to ROCK2,increasing its expression and subsequently enhancing the activity of downstream targets such as LIMK1 and the phosphorylation of cofilin serine-3(Ser3).Inhibition of ROCK2 activity with belumosudil(KD025)ameliorates the defective F-actin organization and spine structure induced by PCDH17 overexpression,suggesting that ROCK2 mediates the effects of PCDH17 on F-actin content and spine development.Hence,these findings reveal a novel mechanism by which PCDH17 regulates synapse development and behavior,providing pathological insights into the neurobiological basis of mood disorders.
文摘目的研究Plectin的表达与肝癌细胞迁移能力的关系,揭示Plectin表达影响肝癌细胞迁移行为的分子机理。方法首先,Western blot检测正常肝细胞和肝癌细胞中Plectin的表达。其次,构建Plectin下调的肝癌细胞株,设立对照组(shNC组)和shPLEC组,各组分别设溶剂对照组(shNC+DMSO组或shPLEC+DMSO组)和F-actin骨架聚合诱导剂Jasplakinolide组(shNC+Jasp组或shPLEC+Jasp组)。采用Western blot检测各组肝癌细胞中Plectin的表达及上皮-间质转化(epithelial-mesenchymal transition,EMT)相关分子(N-cadherin、vimentin和E-cadherin)的表达;采用Transwell小室法分析肝癌细胞的迁移能力;采用KEGG(Kyoto Encyclopedia of Genes and Genomes)分析与Plectin基因有关的信号通路;采用免疫荧光技术检测Plectin表达变化对细胞骨架F-actin聚合的影响。结果与正常肝细胞相比,Plectin在肝癌细胞中高表达。与shNC组相比,shPLEC组Plectin的表达降低(P<0.05),肝癌细胞的迁移能力减弱(P<0.05),EMT进程被抑制(N-cadherin和vimentin表达降低,E-cadherin表达升高)(P<0.05);KEGG分析发现细胞骨架F-actin调控与Plectin的联系最为密切,shPLEC组肝癌细胞骨架F-actin发生解聚。采用F-actin骨架聚合诱导剂Jasplakinolide处理后,与shPLEC+DMSO组相比,shPLEC+Jasp组肝癌细胞迁移能力增强(P<0.05),EMT进程有所恢复(N-cadherin和vimentin表达升高,E-cadherin表达降低)(P<0.05),同时肝癌细胞骨架F-actin聚合亦有所恢复。结论Plectin在肝癌细胞中高表达,肝癌细胞中Plectin通过诱导F-actin聚合促进肝癌细胞的迁移和EMT。
文摘BACKGROUND Glioma is one of the most common intracranial tumors,characterized by invasive growth and poor prognosis.Actin cytoskeletal rearrangement is an essential event of tumor cell migration.The actin dynamics-related protein scinderin(SCIN)has been reported to be closely related to tumor cell migration and invasion in several cancers.AIM To investigate the role and mechanism of SCIN in glioma.METHODS The expression and clinical significance of SCIN in glioma were analyzed based on public databases.SCIN expression was examined using real-time quantitative polymerase chain reaction and Western blotting.Gene silencing was performed using short hairpin RNA transfection.Cell viability,migration,and invasion were assessed using cell counting kit 8 assay,wound healing,and Matrigel invasion assays,respectively.F-actin cytoskeleton organization was assessed using F-actin staining.RESULTS SCIN expression was significantly elevated in glioma,and high levels of SCIN were associated with advanced tumor grade and wild-type isocitrate dehydrogenase.Furthermore,SCIN-deficient cells exhibited decreased proliferation,migration,and invasion in U87 and U251 cells.Moreover,knockdown of SCIN inhibited the RhoA/focal adhesion kinase(FAK)signaling to promote F-actin depolymerization in U87 and U251 cells.CONCLUSION SCIN modulates the actin cytoskeleton via activating RhoA/FAK signaling,thereby promoting the migration and invasion of glioma cells.This study identified the cancer-promoting effect of SCIN and provided a potential therapeutic target for the treatment of glioma.
基金supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China(32100784)the Natural Science Foundation of Jiangsu Province(BK20221458)the Fundamental Research Funds for the Central Universities(also known as the Southeast University Zhishan Young Scholars Program,2242024RCB0031)。
文摘Dendritic morphology is typically highly branched,and the branching and synaptic abundance of dendrites can enhance the receptive range of neurons and the diversity of information received,thus providing the basis for information processing in the nervous system.Once dendritic development is aberrantly compromised or damaged,it may lead to abnormal connectivity of the neural network,affecting the function and stability of the nervous system and ultimately triggering a series of neurological disorders.Research on the regulation of dendritic developmental processes has flourished,and much progress is now being made in its regulatory mechanisms.Noteworthily,dendrites are characterized by an extremely complex dendritic arborization that cannot be attributed to individual protein functions alone,requiring a systematic analysis of the intrinsic and extrinsic signals and the coordinated roles among them.Actin cytoskeleton organization and membrane vesicle trafficking are required during dendrite development,with actin providing tracks for vesicles and vesicle trafficking in turn providing material for actin assembly.In this review,we focus on these two basic biological processes and discuss the molecular mechanisms and their synergistic effects underlying the morphogenesis of neuronal dendrites.We also offer insights and discuss strategies for the potential preventive and therapeutic treatment of neuropsychiatric disorders.
文摘Plastins are a family of actin binding proteins （ABPs） known to cross-link actin microfilaments in mammalian cells, creating actin microfilament bundles necessary to confer cell polarity and cell shape. Plastins also support cell movement in response to changes in environment, involved in cell/tissue growth and development. They also confer plasticity to cells and tissues in response to infection or other pathological conditions （e.g., inflammation）. In the testis, the cell-cell anchoring junction unique to the testis that is found at the Sertoli cell-cell interface at the blood-testis barrier （BTB） and at the Sertoli-spermatid （e.g., 8-19 spermatids in the rat testis） is the basal and the apical ectoplasmic specialization （ES）, respectively. The ES is an F-actin-rich anchoring junction constituted most notably by actin microfilament bundles. A recent report using RNAi that specifically knocks down plastin 3 has yielded some insightful information regarding the mechanism by which plastin 3 regulates the status of actin microfilament bundles at the ES via its intrinsic actin filament bundling activity. Herein, we provide a brief review on the role of plastins in the testis in light of this report, which together with recent findings in the field, we propose a likely model by which plastins regulate ES function during the epithelial cycle of sDermatogenesis via their intrinsic activity on actin microfilament organization in the rat testis.
