bioRxiv (Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory),
Journal Year:
2021,
Volume and Issue:
unknown
Published: Dec. 21, 2021
Abstract
Mammalian
genomes
are
organized
by
multi-level
folding,
yet
how
this
organization
contributes
to
cell
type-specific
transcription
remain
unclear.
We
uncovered
that
the
nuclear
protein
SATB1
establishes
two-tiered
chromatin
organization,
one
through
indirect
binding
and
another
direct
of
base-unpairing
regions
(BURs),
which
genomic
elements
with
high
unwinding
propensities.
Published
ChIP-seq
datasets
show
highly
accessible
at
enhancers
CTCF
sites,
but
not
BURs.
By
employing
urea
ChIP-seq,
retains
only
directly
bound
protein:DNA
complexes,
we
found
BURs,
targets.
SATB1-bound
BUR
interactions
can
cross
multiple
topologically
associated
domains
(TADs)
is
required
for
these
megabase-scale
linked
gene
expression.
BURs
mainly
within
lamina
(LADs)
sequestered
lamina,
also
in
inter-LADs,
binds
a
subset
depending
on
type.
Notably,
despite
mutually
exclusive
SATB1-binding
profiles
two
methods,
most
peaks
both
real
require
SATB1.
Together,
propose
has
functionally
distinct
modes
interaction
form
scaffold
it
indirectly
tethers
open
chromatin.
Such
may
provide
gene-regulatory
network
underlying
Molecular Cell,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
84(4), P. 621 - 639.e9
Published: Jan. 21, 2024
The
DNA-binding
protein
SATB2
is
genetically
linked
to
human
intelligence.
We
studied
its
influence
on
the
three-dimensional
(3D)
epigenome
by
mapping
chromatin
interactions
and
accessibility
in
control
versus
SATB2-deficient
cortical
neurons.
find
that
affects
looping
between
enhancers
promoters
of
neuronal-activity-regulated
genes,
thus
influencing
their
expression.
It
also
alters
A/B
compartments,
topologically
associating
domains,
frequently
interacting
regions.
Genes
SATB2-dependent
3D
genome
changes
are
implicated
highly
specialized
neuronal
functions
contribute
cognitive
ability
risk
for
neuropsychiatric
neurodevelopmental
disorders.
Non-coding
DNA
regions
with
a
structure
enriched
common
variants
associated
educational
attainment,
intelligence,
schizophrenia.
Our
data
establish
as
cell-type-specific
modulator,
which
operates
both
independently
cooperation
CCCTC-binding
factor
(CTCF)
set
up
landscape
pyramidal
neurons
processes.
Nature Communications,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
15(1)
Published: Feb. 10, 2024
Abstract
Although
emerging
evidence
indicates
that
alterations
in
proteins
within
nuclear
compartments
elicit
changes
chromosomal
architecture
and
differentiation,
the
underlying
mechanisms
are
not
well
understood.
Here
we
investigate
direct
role
of
abundant
complex
protein
Matrin3
(Matr3)
chromatin
development
context
myogenesis.
Using
an
acute
targeted
degradation
platform
(dTAG-Matr3),
reveal
dynamics
development-related
reorganization.
High-throughput
chromosome
conformation
capture
(Hi-C)
experiments
revealed
substantial
loop
rearrangements
soon
after
Matr3
depletion.
Notably,
YY1
binding
was
detected,
accompanied
by
emergence
novel
YY1-mediated
enhancer-promoter
loops,
which
occurred
concurrently
with
histone
modifications
chromatin-level
patterns.
Changes
occupancy
also
correlated
these
alterations.
Overall,
our
results
suggest
mediates
differentiation
through
stabilizing
accessibility
loop-domain
interactions,
highlight
a
conserved
for
maintenance
architecture.
iScience,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
27(5), P. 109782 - 109782
Published: April 18, 2024
Ten-eleven
translocation
(TET)
proteins
are
DNA
dioxygenases
that
mediate
active
demethylation.
TET3
is
the
most
highly
expressed
TET
protein
in
thymic
developing
T
cells.
TET3,
either
independently
or
cooperation
with
TET1
TET2,
has
been
implicated
cell
lineage
specification
by
regulating
However,
TET-deficient
mice
exhibit
complex
phenotypes,
suggesting
exerts
multifaceted
roles,
potentially
interacting
other
proteins.
We
performed
liquid
chromatography
tandem
mass
spectrometry
primary
cells
to
identify
partners
endogenous,
Advanced Science,
Journal Year:
2025,
Volume and Issue:
unknown
Published: Feb. 8, 2025
Colorectal
cancer
(CRC)
is
one
of
the
most
common
cancers
worldwide
and
liver
metastasis
leading
reason
for
its
mortality.
Circular
RNAs
(circRNAs)
are
conclusively
associated
with
progression
various
cancers,
rendering
exploration
specific
mechanisms
in
colorectal
metastasis(CRLM)
highly
valuable.
Combined
GEO
(Gene
Expression
Omnibus)
databases
clinical
data
our
center,
we
found
that
high
expression
circSATB1
closely
related
to
CRLM.
Functionally,
could
significantly
promote
metastatic
ability
CRC
cells
vitro
vivo.
Mechanistically,
facilitated
RNF25-mediated
ubiquitylation
degradation
FKBP8,
releasing
inhibitory
effects
on
mTOR
signaling.
In
this
process,
acted
as
a
scaffold
RNF25-FKBP8
complexes.
Additionally,
be
packaged
exosomes
secreted
from
primary
tumors
into
plasma.
conclusion,
study
uncovered
new
acts
potent
promoter
CRLM
offers
novel
insights
precision
therapeutic
strategies
Frontiers in Oncology,
Journal Year:
2025,
Volume and Issue:
15
Published: Feb. 25, 2025
Cancer
remains
a
major
global
health
challenge,
with
prostate
cancer,
lung
colorectal
and
breast
cancer
accounting
for
nearly
half
of
all
diagnoses.
Despite
advancements
in
treatment,
metastasis
to
distant
organs
continues
be
the
leading
cause
cancer-related
mortality.
The
progression
involves
alteration
numerous
genes,
dynamic
changes
chromatin
organization
histone
modifications
playing
critical
role
regulating
cancer-associated
genes.
Special
AT-rich
sequence-binding
protein
1
(SATB1),
organizer,
plays
pivotal
by
gene
expression,
remodeling,
cell
signaling
pathways.
SATB1
binds
DNA
sequences,
acting
as
scaffold
chromatin-modifying
enzymes
transcription
factors,
thus
coordinating
regulation
extensive
networks.
Its
overexpression
has
been
implicated
wide
range
cancers
is
associated
poor
prognosis,
aggressive
tumor
phenotypes,
enhanced
epithelial-mesenchymal
transition
(EMT).
Moreover,
SATB1's
activity
modulated
microRNAs
(miRNAs)
post-translational
modifications,
further
contributing
its
complex
regulatory
functions.
Given
crucial
involvement
metastasis,
emerged
promising
target
novel
therapeutic
strategies.
This
review
delves
into
molecular
mechanisms
explores
potential
approaches
targeting
this
key
regulator
treatment.
Mammalian
genomes
are
organized
by
multi-level
folding,
yet
how
this
organization
contributes
to
cell
type-specific
transcription
remain
unclear.
We
uncovered
that
the
nuclear
protein
SATB1
establishes
two-tiered
chromatin
organization,
one
through
indirect
binding
and
another
direct
of
base-unpairing
regions
(BURs),
which
genomic
elements
with
high
unwinding
propensities.
Published
ChIP-seq
datasets
show
highly
accessible
at
enhancers
CTCF
sites,
but
not
BURs.
By
employing
urea
ChIP-seq,
retains
only
directly
bound
protein:DNA
complexes,
we
found
BURs,
targets.
SATB1-bound
BUR
interactions
can
cross
multiple
topologically
associated
domains
(TADs)
is
required
for
these
megabase-scale
linked
gene
expression.
BURs
mainly
within
lamina
(LADs)
sequestered
lamina,
also
in
inter-LADs,
binds
a
subset
depending
on
type.
Notably,
despite
mutually
exclusive
SATB1-binding
profiles
two
methods,
most
peaks
both
real
require
SATB1.
Together,
propose
has
functionally
distinct
modes
interaction
form
scaffold
it
indirectly
tethers
open
chromatin.
Such
may
provide
gene-regulatory
network
underlying
Mammalian
genomes
are
organized
by
multi-level
folding,
yet
how
this
organization
contributes
to
cell
type-specific
transcription
remain
unclear.
We
uncovered
that
the
nuclear
protein
SATB1
establishes
two-tiered
chromatin
organization,
one
through
indirect
binding
and
another
direct
of
base-unpairing
regions
(BURs),
which
genomic
elements
with
high
unwinding
propensities.
Published
ChIP-seq
datasets
show
highly
accessible
at
enhancers
CTCF
sites,
but
not
BURs.
By
employing
urea
ChIP-seq,
retains
only
directly
bound
protein:DNA
complexes,
we
found
BURs,
targets.
SATB1-bound
BUR
interactions
can
cross
multiple
topologically
associated
domains
(TADs)
is
required
for
these
megabase-scale
linked
gene
expression.
BURs
mainly
within
lamina
(LADs)
sequestered
lamina,
also
in
inter-LADs,
binds
a
subset
depending
on
type.
Notably,
despite
mutually
exclusive
SATB1-binding
profiles
two
methods,
most
peaks
both
real
require
SATB1.
Together,
propose
has
functionally
distinct
modes
interaction
form
scaffold
it
indirectly
tethers
open
chromatin.
Such
may
provide
gene-regulatory
network
underlying
FEBS Journal,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
unknown
Published: June 29, 2024
Within
the
three-dimensional
(3D)
nuclear
space,
genome
organizes
into
a
series
of
orderly
structures
that
impose
important
influences
on
gene
regulation.
T
lymphocytes,
crucial
players
in
adaptive
immune
responses,
undergo
intricate
transcriptional
remodeling
upon
activation,
leading
to
differentiation
specific
effector
and
memory
cell
subsets.
Recent
evidence
suggests
activation
is
accompanied
by
dynamic
changes
architecture
at
multiple
levels,
providing
unique
biological
context
explore
functional
relevance
molecular
mechanisms
3D
organization.
Here,
we
summarize
recent
advances
link
reorganization
programs
conversion
fates
during
differentiation.
We
further
discuss
how
various
chromatin
regulators,
including
CCCTC-binding
factor
several
transcription
factors,
collectively
modulate
this
process.
Journal of Cellular Physiology,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
239(8)
Published: May 27, 2024
Abstract
Aging
leads
to
an
accumulation
of
cellular
mutations
and
damage,
increasing
the
risk
senescence,
apoptosis,
malignant
transformation.
Cellular
which
is
pivotal
in
aging,
acts
as
both
a
guard
against
transformation
check
cancer
progression.
It
marked
by
stable
cell
cycle
arrest,
widespread
macromolecular
changes,
pro‐inflammatory
profile,
altered
gene
expression.
However,
it
remains
be
determined
whether
these
differing
subsets
senescent
cells
result
from
unique
intrinsic
programs
or
are
influenced
their
environmental
contexts.
Multiple
transcription
regulators
chromatin
modifiers
contribute
alterations.
Special
AT‐rich
sequence‐binding
protein
1
(SATB1)
stands
out
crucial
regulator
this
process,
orchestrating
expression
structuring
into
loop
domains
anchoring
DNA
elements.
This
review
provides
overview
senescence
delves
role
SATB1
senescence‐related
diseases.
highlights
SATB1's
potential
developing
antiaging
anticancer
strategies,
potentially
contributing
improved
quality
life
addressing
aging‐related