bioRxiv (Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory),
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
unknown
Published: Oct. 31, 2024
Abstract
Background
and
Objectives
TBCK
syndrome
is
a
rare
fatal
pediatric
neurodegenerative
disease
caused
by
biallelic
loss-of-function
mutations
in
the
gene.
Previous
studies
our
lab
others
have
implicated
mTOR,
autophagy,
lysosomes,
intracellular
mRNA
transport,
however
exact
primary
pathologic
mechanism
unknown.
This
gap
has
prevented
development
of
targeted
therapies.
Methods
We
employed
human
neural
progenitor
cell
line
(NPC),
ReNcell
VM,
which
can
differentiate
into
neurons
astrocytes,
to
understand
role
mTORC1
activity
neuronal
autophagy
cellular
mechanisms
pathology.
used
shRNA
technology
knockdown
ReNcells.
Results
These
data
showed
that
loss
did
not
inhibit
neither
NPC
nor
neurons.
Additionally,
analysis
eight
patient-derived
cells
knock
down
HeLa
inhibition
inconsistent
across
different
patients
types.
ReNcells
affected
differentiation
astrocytes.
Specifically,
defects
are
coupled
cycle
increased
death
during
differentiation.
RNAseq
indicated
downregulation
several
neurodevelopmental
pathways.
observed
higher
number
LC3-positive
vesicles
soma
neurites
cells.
Further,
altered
mitochondrial
dynamics
membrane
potential
NPC,
found
partial
rescue
with
fission
inhibitor
mdivi-
1.
Discussion
work
outlines
new
Human
Cell
Model
for
TBCK-related
neurodegeneration
essential
health
inhibitor.
data,
along
illuminate
provide
possible
novel
therapeutic
avenue
patients.
Nature Neuroscience,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
27(6), P. 1087 - 1102
Published: April 10, 2024
Abstract
In
neurons,
RNA
granules
are
transported
along
the
axon
for
local
translation
away
from
soma.
Recent
studies
indicate
that
some
of
this
transport
involves
hitchhiking
on
lysosome-related
vesicles.
present
study,
we
leveraged
ability
to
prevent
these
vesicles
into
by
knockout
lysosome–kinesin
adaptor
BLOC-one-related
complex
(BORC)
identify
a
subset
axonal
mRNAs
depend
transport.
We
found
BORC
causes
depletion
large
group
mainly
encoding
ribosomal
and
mitochondrial/oxidative
phosphorylation
proteins.
This
results
in
mitochondrial
defects
eventually
leads
degeneration
human
induced
pluripotent
stem
cell
(iPSC)-derived
mouse
neurons.
Pathway
analyses
depleted
revealed
mechanistic
connection
deficiency
with
common
neurodegenerative
disorders.
These
demonstrate
mRNA
is
critical
maintenance
homeostasis
its
failure
degeneration.
Molecular Cell,
Journal Year:
2023,
Volume and Issue:
83(11), P. 1856 - 1871.e9
Published: June 1, 2023
The
pentameric
FERRY
Rab5
effector
complex
is
a
molecular
link
between
mRNA
and
early
endosomes
in
intracellular
distribution.
Here,
we
determine
the
cryo-EM
structure
of
human
FERRY.
It
reveals
unique
clamp-like
architecture
that
bears
no
resemblance
to
any
known
Rab
effectors.
A
combination
functional
mutational
studies
while
Fy-2
C-terminal
coiled-coil
acts
as
binding
region
for
Fy-1/3
Rab5,
both
coiled-coils
Fy-5
concur
bind
mRNA.
Mutations
causing
truncations
patients
with
neurological
disorders
impair
or
assembly.
Thus,
serves
hub
connecting
all
five
subunits
mediating
via
Rab5.
Our
study
provides
mechanistic
insights
into
long-distance
transport
demonstrates
particular
closely
linked
previously
undescribed
mode
RNA
binding,
involving
domains.
RNA,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
unknown, P. rna.079999.124 - rna.079999.124
Published: March 6, 2024
The
mammalian
mitochondrial
proteome
comprises
over
1000
proteins,
with
the
majority
translated
from
nuclear-encoded
messenger
RNAs
(mRNAs).
Mounting
evidence
suggests
many
of
these
mRNAs
are
localized
to
outer
membrane
(OMM)
in
a
pre-or
co-translational
state.
Upon
reaching
surface,
locally
produce
proteins
that
co-translationally
imported
into
mitochondria.
Here,
we
summarize
various
mechanisms
cells
employ
localize
RNAs,
including
transfer
(tRNAs),
OMM
and
recent
technological
advancements
field
study
processes.
While
most
early
studies
were
carried
out
yeast,
reveal
RNA
localization
their
regulation
higher
organisms.
Various
factors
regulate
this
process,
sequence
elements,
binding
(RBPs),
cytoskeletal
motors,
translation
machinery.
In
review,
also
highlight
role
structures
modifications
discuss
how
features
can
alter
properties
RNAs.
Finally,
addition
related
function,
involved
other
cellular
processes
OMM,
those
implicated
innate
immune
response
piRNA
biogenesis.
As
impairment
mRNA
compromise
future
will
undoubtedly
expand
our
understanding
investigate
consequences
mislocalization
disorders,
particularly
neurodegenerative
diseases,
muscular
dystrophies,
cancers.
EMBO Reports,
Journal Year:
2021,
Volume and Issue:
22(10)
Published: Aug. 17, 2021
In
eukaryotic
cells,
proteins
are
targeted
to
their
final
subcellular
locations
with
precise
timing.
A
key
underlying
mechanism
is
the
active
transport
of
cognate
mRNAs,
which
in
many
systems
can
be
linked
intimately
membrane
trafficking.
prominent
example
long-distance
endosomal
mRNAs
and
local
translation.
Here,
we
describe
current
highlights
fundamental
mechanisms
process
as
well
biological
functions
ranging
from
endosperm
development
plants
fungal
pathogenicity
neuronal
processes.
Translation
endosome-associated
often
occurs
at
cytoplasmic
surface
endosomes,
a
that
needed
for
membrane-assisted
formation
heteromeric
protein
complexes
accurate
targeting
proteins.
Importantly,
endosome-coupled
translation
encoding
mitochondrial
proteins,
example,
seems
particularly
important
efficient
organelle
import
regulating
activity.
essence,
these
findings
reveal
new
loading
newly
synthesised
onto
endocytic
membranes
enabling
intimate
crosstalk
between
organelles.
The
novel
link
endosomes
mitochondria
adds
an
inspiring
level
complexity
trafficking
biology.
Frontiers in Neuroscience,
Journal Year:
2022,
Volume and Issue:
16
Published: June 21, 2022
Neurodegenerative
diseases
(NDs)
are
generally
considered
proteinopathies
but
whereas
this
may
initiate
disease
in
familial
cases,
onset
sporadic
originate
from
a
gradually
disrupted
organellar
homeostasis.
Herein,
endolysosomal
abnormalities,
mitochondrial
dysfunction,
endoplasmic
reticulum
(ER)
stress,
and
altered
lipid
metabolism
commonly
observed
early
preclinical
stages
of
major
NDs,
including
Parkinson's
(PD)
Alzheimer's
(AD).
Among
the
multitude
underlying
defective
molecular
mechanisms
that
have
been
suggested
past
decades,
dysregulation
inter-organellar
communication
through
so-called
membrane
contact
sites
(MCSs)
is
becoming
increasingly
apparent.
Although
MCSs
exist
between
almost
every
other
type
subcellular
organelle,
to
date,
most
focus
has
put
on
ER
mitochondria
given
these
compartments
critical
neuronal
survival.
Contributions
MCSs,
notably
those
with
endolysosomes
droplets
emerging,
supported
as
well
by
genetic
studies,
identifying
genes
functionally
involved
lysosomal
In
review,
we
summarize
identity
organelle
interactome
yeast
mammalian
cells,
critically
evaluate
evidence
supporting
contribution
disturbed
general
homeostasis
taking
PD
AD
examples.
Science Advances,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
10(22)
Published: May 29, 2024
Transporting
and
translating
mRNAs
in
axons
is
crucial
for
neuronal
viability.
Local
synthesis
of
nuclear-encoded
mitochondrial
proteins
protects
long-lived
axonal
mitochondria
from
damage;
however,
the
regulatory
factors
involved
are
largely
unknown.
We
show
that
CLUH,
which
binds
encoding
proteins,
prevents
peripheral
neuropathy
motor
deficits
mouse.
CLUH
enriched
growth
cone
developing
spinal
motoneurons
required
their
growth.
The
lack
affects
abundance
target
corresponding
more
prominently
axons,
leading
to
ATP
cone.
interacts
with
ribosomal
subunits,
translation
initiation,
ribosome
recycling
components
preserves
translation.
Overexpression
factor
ABCE1
rescues
mRNA
defects,
as
well
size,
CLUH-deficient
motoneurons.
Thus,
we
demonstrate
a
role
quality
control
translational
regulation
essential
development
long-term
integrity
function.
Nature Cell Biology,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
26(12), P. 2061 - 2074
Published: Nov. 15, 2024
Fragile
X
messenger
ribonucleoprotein
(FMRP)
is
a
critical
regulator
of
translation,
whose
dysfunction
causes
fragile
syndrome.
FMRP
disrupts
mitochondrial
health
in
neurons,
but
it
unclear
how
supports
homoeostasis.
Here
we
demonstrate
that
granules
are
recruited
to
the
midzone,
where
they
mark
fission
sites
axons
and
dendrites.
Endolysosomal
vesicles
contribute
granule
positioning
around
mitochondria
facilitate
FMRP-associated
via
Rab7
GTP
hydrolysis.
Cryo-electron
tomography
real-time
translation
imaging
reveal
mitochondria-associated
ribosome-rich
structures
serve
as
local
protein
synthesis.
Specifically,
promotes
factor
(MFF),
selectively
enabling
replicative
at
midzone.
Disrupting
function
dysregulates
MFF
perturbs
dynamics,
resulting
increased
peripheral
an
irregular
distribution
nucleoids.
Thus,
regulates
precise
control
fission.
Current Opinion in Cell Biology,
Journal Year:
2022,
Volume and Issue:
74, P. 97 - 103
Published: Feb. 1, 2022
Neuronal
homeostasis
requires
the
transport
of
various
organelles
to
distal
compartments
and
defects
in
this
process
lead
neurological
disorders.
Although
several
mechanisms
for
delivery
axons
dendrites
have
been
elucidated,
exactly
how
is
orchestrated
not
well-understood.
In
review,
we
discuss
recent
literature
supporting
a
novel
paradigm
-
co-shuttling
mRNAs
with
different
membrane-bound
organelles.
This
model
postulates
that
tethering
ribonucleoprotein
complexes
endolysosomes
mitochondria
allows
spatiotemporal
coupling
organelle
transcripts
axons.
Subcellular
translation
these
"hitchhiking"
may
thus
provide
proximal
source
proteins
required
maintenance
function