Redox Biology,
Journal Year:
2023,
Volume and Issue:
63, P. 102728 - 102728
Published: May 16, 2023
The
essential
trace
elements
copper
and
zinc,
their
ratio
(copper/zinc),
are
important
for
maintaining
redox
homeostasis.
Previous
studies
suggest
that
these
may
impact
breast
cancer
survival.
However,
no
epidemiological
study
has
so
far
been
conducted
on
the
potential
association
between
copper/zinc
levels
survival
after
diagnosis.
In
this
study,
we
aimed
to
examine
relationship
serum
copper,
zinc
following
diagnosis.The
Sweden
Cancerome
Analysis
Network
-
Breast
Initiative
(SCAN-B)
is
a
population-based
cohort
including
multiple
participating
hospitals
in
Sweden.
A
total
of
1998
patients
diagnosed
with
primary
invasive
were
followed
approximately
nine
years.
Serum
at
time
diagnosis
was
analyzed
relation
using
multivariate
Cox
regression,
yielding
hazard
ratios
(HR)
95%
confidence
intervals.A
higher
associated
lower
overall
Comparing
quartile
4
vs
1,
crude
HR
2.29
(1.65-3.19)
(Ptrend
<0.01)
fully
adjusted
1.58
(1.11-2.25)
=
0.01).
No
associations
seen
or
own
diagnosis,
although
tendency
toward
levels.There
evidence
provides
an
independent
predictive
value
Journal of Hepatology,
Journal Year:
2022,
Volume and Issue:
76(5), P. 1138 - 1150
Published: Jan. 30, 2022
Copper
(Cu)
is
an
essential
trace
element
whose
serum
levels
have
been
reported
to
act
as
effective
indicator
of
the
efficacy
radiotherapy.
However,
little
known
about
role
Cu
in
In
this
study
we
aimed
determine
and
investigate
precise
mechanism
by
which
or
Cu-related
proteins
regulate
radiosensitivity
hepatocellular
carcinoma
(HCC).The
expression
function
copper
metabolism
MURR1
domain
10
(COMMD10)
were
assessed
via
a
detection
assay,
immunostaining,
real-time
PCR,
western
blot,
radiation
clonogenic
assay
5-ethynyl-2'-deoxyuridine
assay.
Ferroptosis
was
determined
detecting
glutathione,
lipid
peroxidation,
malondialdehyde
ferrous
ion
(Fe)
levels.
The
vivo
effects
COMMD10
examined
with
Cu/Cu
chelator
treatment
lentivirus
modification
radiated
mouse
models.We
identified
novel
promoting
radioresistance
HCC
cells.
Ionizing
(IR)
induced
reduction
COMMD10,
increased
intracellular
led
HCC.
enhanced
ferroptosis
vitro
vivo.
Mechanistically,
low
IR
inhibited
ubiquitin
degradation
HIF1α
(by
inducing
accumulation)
simultaneously
impaired
its
combination
HIF1α,
nuclear
translocation
transcription
ceruloplasmin
(CP)
SLC7A11,
jointly
addition,
elevated
CP
promoted
reducing
Fe,
forming
positive
feedback
loop.COMMD10
inhibits
HIF1α/CP
loop
enhance
disrupting
Cu-Fe
homeostasis
This
work
provides
new
targets
strategies
for
overcoming
HCC.Radiotherapy
benefits
patients
unresectable
advanced
(HCC),
but
effectiveness
hampered
radioresistance.
Herein,
uncovered
HCCs.
has
revealed
potential
that
could
be
used
sensitize
Biomedicines,
Journal Year:
2021,
Volume and Issue:
9(8), P. 852 - 852
Published: July 21, 2021
Copper
(Cu)
is
a
vital
element
required
for
cellular
growth
and
development;
however,
even
slight
changes
in
its
homeostasis
might
lead
to
severe
toxicity
deleterious
medical
conditions.
Cancer
patients
are
typically
associated
with
higher
Cu
content
serum
tumor
tissues,
indicating
increased
demand
of
cancer
cells
this
micronutrient.
known
readily
cycle
between
the
+1
+2
oxidation
state
biological
systems.
The
mechanism
action
complexes
based
on
their
redox
activity
induction
reactive
oxygen
species
(ROS),
leading
deadly
oxidative
stress.
However,
there
number
other
biomolecular
mechanisms
beyond
ROS
generation
that
contribute
anticancer
drug
candidates.
In
review,
we
discuss
how
interfering
intracellular
balance
via
either
diet
modification
or
addition
inorganic
supplements
Cu-modulating
compounds
affects
development,
progression,
sensitivity
treatment
modalities.
We
aim
provide
rationale
use
Cu-depleting
Cu-overloading
conditions
generate
best
possible
patient
outcome
minimal
toxicity.
also
advantages
pre-formed
complexes,
such
as
Cu-(bis)thiosemicarbazones
Cu-N-heterocyclic
thiosemicarbazones,
comparison
situ
formed
metal-binding
ligands.
summarize
available
clinical
mechanistic
data
clinically
relevant
candidates,
including
supplements,
chelators,
ionophores,
complexes.
Frontiers in Immunology,
Journal Year:
2022,
Volume and Issue:
13
Published: Aug. 1, 2022
Cuproptosis
is
a
copper-dependent
cell
death
mechanism
that
associated
with
tumor
progression,
prognosis,
and
immune
response.
However,
the
potential
role
of
cuproptosis-related
genes
(CRGs)
in
microenvironment
(TME)
triple-negative
breast
cancer
(TNBC)
remains
unclear.In
total,
346
TNBC
samples
were
collected
from
The
Cancer
Genome
Atlas
database
three
Gene
Expression
Omnibus
datasets,
classified
using
R
software
packages.
relationships
between
different
subgroups
clinical
pathological
characteristics,
infiltration
mutation
status
TME
examined.
Finally,
nomogram
calibration
curve
constructed
to
predict
patient
survival
probability
improve
applicability
CRG_score.We
identified
two
CRG
clusters
characteristics
highly
consistent
those
immune-inflamed
immune-desert
clusters.
Furthermore,
we
demonstrated
gene
signature
can
be
used
evaluate
infiltration,
features,
prognostic
status.
Low
CRG_scores
characterized
by
high
burden
activation,
good
probability,
more
immunoreactivity
CTLA4,
while
activation
stromal
pathways
immunosuppression.This
study
revealed
effects
CRGs
on
TME,
clinicopathological
prognosis
TNBC.
closely
immunity
are
tool
for
predicting
prognosis.
Our
data
provide
new
directions
development
novel
drugs
future.
Frontiers in Immunology,
Journal Year:
2022,
Volume and Issue:
13
Published: Aug. 30, 2022
Background
Copper
ions
are
essential
for
cellular
physiology.
Cuproptosis
is
a
novel
method
of
copper-dependent
cell
death,
and
the
cuproptosis-based
signature
glioma
remains
less
studied.
Methods
Several
datasets
with
clinicopathological
information
were
collected
from
TCGA,
GEO
CGGA.
Robust
Multichip
Average
(RMA)
algorithm
was
used
background
correction
normalization,
cuproptosis-related
genes
(CRGs)
then
collected.
The
TCGA-glioma
cohort
clustered
using
ConsensusClusterPlus.
Univariate
Cox
regression
analysis
Random
Survival
Forest
model
performed
on
differentially
expressed
to
identify
prognostic
genes.
cuproptosis-signature
constructed
by
calculating
CuproptosisScore
Multivariate
analysis.
Differences
in
terms
genomic
mutation,
tumor
microenvironment,
enrichment
pathways
evaluated
between
high-
or
low-CuproptosisScore.
Furthermore,
drug
response
prediction
carried
out
utilizing
pRRophetic.
Results
Two
subclusters
based
CRGs
identified.
Patients
cluster2
had
better
clinical
outcomes.
CuproptosisScore.
higher
WHO
grades
worse
prognosis,
while
patients
lower
more
likely
develop
IDH
mutations
MGMT
methylation.
demonstrated
an
independent
factor.
accuracy
further
confirmed
11
external
validation
datasets.
In
groups
high-CuproptosisScore,
PIK3CA,
MUC16,
NF1,
TTN,
TP53,
PTEN,
EGFR
showed
high
mutation
frequency.
IDH1,
ATRX,
CIC,
FUBP1
frequency
low-CuproptosisScore
group.
level
immune
infiltration
increased
as
increased.
SubMap
revealed
high-CuproptosisScore
may
respond
anti-PD-1
therapy.
IC50
values
Bexarotene,
Bicalutamide,
Bortezomib,
Cytarabine
group
than
those
Finally,
importance
IGFBP2
confirmed.
Conclusion
current
study
might
help
predict
biological
features,
appropriate
treatment
glioma.
Frontiers in Oncology,
Journal Year:
2023,
Volume and Issue:
13
Published: March 23, 2023
Copper
is
an
essential
micronutrient
for
human
body
and
plays
a
vital
role
in
various
biological
processes
including
cellular
respiration
free
radical
detoxification.
Generally,
copper
metabolism
the
stable
state,
there
are
specific
mechanisms
to
regulate
maintain
homeostasis.
Dysregulation
of
may
have
great
connection
with
types
diseases,
such
as
Wilson
disease
causing
overload
Menkes
deficiency.
Cancer
presents
high
mortality
rates
world
due
unlimited
proliferation
potential,
apoptosis
escape
immune
properties
induce
organ
failure.
thought
cancer,
elevated
levels
cancer
tissue
serum.
also
affects
tumor
progression
by
affecting
angiogenesis,
metastasis
other
processes.
Notably,
cuproptosis
novel
form
cell
death
that
provide
targeting
strategies
developing
therapy.
chelators
ionophores
two
coordinating
compounds
treatment
cancer.
This
review
will
explore
relationship
between
cancers,
clarify
targeted
Frontiers in Oncology,
Journal Year:
2023,
Volume and Issue:
13
Published: June 23, 2023
As
an
essential
nutrient,
copper’s
redox
properties
are
both
beneficial
and
toxic
to
cells.
Therefore,
leveraging
the
characteristics
of
copper-dependent
diseases
or
using
copper
toxicity
treat
copper-sensitive
may
offer
new
strategies
for
specific
disease
treatments.
In
particular,
concentration
is
typically
higher
in
cancer
cells,
making
a
critical
limiting
nutrient
cell
growth
proliferation.
Hence,
intervening
metabolism
cells
become
potential
tumor
treatment
strategy,
directly
impacting
metastasis.
this
review,
we
discuss
body
summarize
research
progress
on
role
promoting
inducing
programmed
death
Additionally,
elucidate
copper-related
drugs
treatment,
intending
provide
perspectives
treatment.
Clinical and Translational Medicine,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
14(6)
Published: May 28, 2024
Abstract
Copper,
a
trace
element
and
vital
cofactor,
plays
crucial
role
in
the
maintenance
of
biological
functions.
Recent
evidence
has
established
significant
correlations
between
copper
levels,
cancer
development
metastasis.
The
strong
redox‐active
properties
offer
both
benefits
disadvantages
to
cells.
intestinal
tract,
which
is
primarily
responsible
for
uptake
regulation,
may
suffer
from
an
imbalance
homeostasis.
Colorectal
(CRC)
most
prevalent
primary
tract
aggressive
malignant
disease
with
limited
therapeutic
options.
Current
research
focused
on
relationship
CRC.
Innovative
concepts,
such
as
cuproplasia
cuproptosis,
are
being
explored
understand
copper‐related
cellular
proliferation
death.
Cuproplasia
regulation
cell
that
mediated
by
enzymatic
nonenzymatic
copper‐modulated
activities.
Whereas,
cuproptosis
refers
death
induced
excess
via
promoting
abnormal
oligomerisation
lipoylated
proteins
within
tricarboxylic
acid
cycle,
well
diminishing
levels
iron‐sulphur
cluster
proteins.
A
comprehensive
understanding
mechanisms
offers
new
avenues
CRC
treatment.
In
this
review,
we
summarise
evolving
molecular
mechanisms,
ranging
intracellular
concentrations
discovered,
discuss
pathogenesis,
progression
potential
therapies
Understanding
will
help
provide
theoretical
foundation
innovative
treatment
strategies
management.
Journal of Hematology & Oncology,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
17(1)
Published: Aug. 16, 2024
Cuproptosis
is
a
newly
identified
form
of
cell
death
induced
by
excessive
copper
(Cu)
accumulation
within
cells.
Mechanistically,
cuproptosis
results
from
Cu-induced
aggregation
dihydrolipoamide
S-acetyltransferase,
correlated
with
the
mitochondrial
tricarboxylic
acid
cycle
and
loss
iron–sulfur
cluster
proteins,
ultimately
resulting
in
proteotoxic
stress
triggering
death.
Recently,
has
garnered
significant
interest
tumor
research
due
to
its
potential
as
crucial
therapeutic
strategy
against
cancer.
In
this
review,
we
summarized
cellular
molecular
mechanisms
relationship
other
types
Additionally,
reviewed
current
drugs
or
strategies
available
induce
cells,
including
Cu
ionophores,
small
compounds,
nanomedicine.
Furthermore,
targeted
metabolism
specific
regulatory
genes
cancer
therapy
enhance
sensitivity
cuproptosis.
Finally,
discussed
feasibility
targeting
overcome
chemotherapy
immunotherapy
resistance
suggested
future
directions.
This
study
that
could
open
new
avenues
for
developing
therapy.
Advanced Science,
Journal Year:
2025,
Volume and Issue:
unknown
Published: Feb. 20, 2025
Abstract
Cuproptosis,
a
recently
defined
copper‐dependent
cell
death
pathway,
remains
largely
unexplored
in
tumor
therapies,
particularly
breast
cancer.
This
study
demonstrates
that
triple‐negative
cancer
(TNBC)
bears
relatively
elevated
copper
levels
and
exhibits
resistance
to
cuproptosis.
Mechanistically,
activates
the
AKT
signaling
which
inhibits
ferredoxin‐1
(FDX1),
key
regulator
of
AKT1‐mediated
FDX1
phosphorylation
not
only
abrogates
FDX1‐induced
cuproptosis
aerobic
respiration
but
also
promotes
glycolysis.
Consequently,
combination
AKT1
inhibitors
ionophores
synergistically
alleviate
TNBC
tumorigenesis
both
vitro
vivo.
In
summary,
findings
reveal
crucial
mechanism
underlying
suggest
potential
therapeutic
approach
for
TNBC.
Nutrients,
Journal Year:
2020,
Volume and Issue:
12(12), P. 3732 - 3732
Published: Dec. 3, 2020
Zinc
(Zn)
and
copper
(Cu)
are
essential
microelements,
which
take
part
in
cellular
metabolism,
feature
enzymatic
systems,
regulate
enzyme
activity.
Homeostasis
of
these
micronutrients
is
tightly
regulated
by
multiple
compensatory
mechanisms
that
balance
their
concentrations
including
transporters,
importers,
metallothioneins.
An
altered
intake
only
one
trace
elements
may
cause
an
imbalance
levels
result
competition
for
absorption.
Relatively
low
zinc
increased
level
oxidative
stress
impair
the
antioxidant
properties
enzymes.
Altered
were
discovered
various
pathologies
immunological,
degenerative,
inflammatory
diseases.
Moreover,
due
to
role
Zn
Cu
chronic
inflammation,
they
found
influence
cancerogenesis.
We
review
roles
tumor
growth,
metastasis
potential,
microenvironment
remodeling,
drug
resistance.
highlight
as
potential
biomarkers
cancer
diagnosis,
treatment,
prognosis,
concentrating
on
impact
gynecological
malignancies.