Oral streptococci S. anginosus and S. mitis induce distinct morphological, inflammatory, and metabolic signatures in macrophages
Infection and Immunity,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
92(3)
Published: Jan. 30, 2024
ABSTRACT
Oral
streptococci,
key
players
in
oral
biofilm
formation,
are
implicated
dysbiosis
and
various
clinical
conditions,
including
dental
caries,
gingivitis,
periodontal
disease,
cancer.
Specifically,
Streptococcus
anginosus
is
associated
with
esophageal,
gastric,
pharyngeal
cancers,
while
mitis
linked
to
However,
no
study
has
investigated
the
mechanistic
links
between
these
species
cancer-related
inflammatory
responses.
As
an
initial
step,
we
probed
innate
immune
response
triggered
by
S.
RAW264.7
macrophages.
These
bacteria
exerted
time-
dose-dependent
effects
on
macrophage
morphology
without
affecting
cell
viability.
Compared
untreated
macrophages,
macrophages
infected
exhibited
a
robust
proinflammatory
characterized
significantly
increased
levels
of
cytokines
mediators,
TNF,
IL-6,
IL-1β,
NOS2,
COX2,
accompanied
enhanced
NF-κB
activation.
In
contrast,
-infected
failed
elicit
response.
Seahorse
Xfe96
analysis
revealed
extracellular
acidification
rate
compared
.
At
24-h
time
point,
presence
led
reduced
itaconate,
itaconate
levels,
highlighting
distinct
metabolic
profiles
during
infection
contrast
aconitate
decarboxylase
expression
observed
at
6-h
point.
This
investigation
highlights
how
,
two
Gram-positive
from
same
genus,
can
prompt
responses
shifts
infection.
IMPORTANCE
The
surge
head
neck
cancer
cases
among
individuals
devoid
typical
risk
factors
such
as
Human
Papilloma
Virus
(HPV)
tobacco
alcohol
use
sparks
argumentative
discussion
around
emerging
role
microbiota
novel
factor
squamous
carcinoma
(OSCC).
While
substantial
research
dissected
gut
microbiome’s
influence
physiology,
microbiome,
notably
been
underappreciated
mucosal
immunopathogenesis.
viridans
streptococci
group,
abscess
formation
elevated
esophageal
OSCC.
current
aims
probe
early
colonizer
important
first
step
toward
understanding
impact
host
response,
which
understudied
determinant
OSCC
development
progression.
Language: Английский
Age‐Specific Functional Connectivity Changes After Partial Sleep Deprivation Are Correlated With Neurocognitive and Molecular Signatures
CNS Neuroscience & Therapeutics,
Journal Year:
2025,
Volume and Issue:
31(2)
Published: Feb. 1, 2025
This
study
aimed
to
investigate
age-specific
alterations
in
functional
connectivity
after
sleep
deprivation
(SD)
and
decode
brain
changes
from
neurocognitive
transcriptomic
perspectives.
Here,
we
examined
global
regional
graph
measures,
particularly
network
strength
(RNS),
41
young
participants
36
older
with
normal
3
h
of
SD.
Additionally,
by
utilizing
cognitive
probabilistic
maps
Neurosynth
gene
expression
data
the
Allen
Human
Brain
Atlas,
applied
partial
least-squares
regression
analysis
identify
transcriptional
correlates
these
RNS
changes.
After
SD,
exhibited
decreased
default
mode
(DMN)
dorsal
attention
network,
increased
visual
network.
Young
also
showed
DMN,
notably
left
inferior
parietal
lobe,
dorsolateral
prefrontal
cortex,
posterior
cingulate
cortex.
In
participants,
SD-induced
significantly
correlated
processes
such
as
"attention,"
"cognitive
control,"
"working
memory,"
while
they
"learning,"
"focus,"
"decision."
Gene-category
enrichment
indicated
that
specific
genes
related
signal
transduction,
ion
channels,
immune
signaling
might
influence
SD
pathophysiology
affecting
participants.
elucidates
shared
associated
providing
a
molecular
basis
for
understanding
underlying
pathophysiology.
Language: Английский
Streptococcus anginosus Activates the NLRP3 Inflammasome to Promote Inflammatory Responses from Macrophages
bioRxiv (Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory),
Journal Year:
2025,
Volume and Issue:
unknown
Published: March 14, 2025
Chronic
inflammation
and
oral
dysbiosis
are
common
features
of
squamous
cell
carcinoma
(OSCC).
The
commensal
streptococci,
S.
anginosus,
is
increased
in
diseases
including
OSCC.
Our
previous
work
revealed
that
anginosus
promotes
inflammatory
responses
from
macrophage
lines,
however
the
molecular
mechanism
by
which
interacts
with
macrophages
to
instigate
this
response
remains
be
investigated.
Here,
we
expand
on
our
findings
investigating
effects
infection
primary
bone
marrow
derived
(BMMs)
during
vivo
infection.
We
found
activated
BMMs,
presented
an
enlarged
cellular
area,
NF-κB
activation
downstream
cytokines
TNF⍰,
IL-6
IL-1β
at
24
hours
post
viability
was
dispensable
for
activation,
but
essential
induction
proteins
cytokines.
persisted
intracellularly
within
BMMs
induced
expression
inflammasome
sensors
AIM2,
NLRC4
NLRP3.
Further,
lacking
adapter
protein
ASC
(
Asc
-/-
)
had
significantly
diminished
production
compared
wild
type
indicating
inflammasome.
primarily
triggered
through
NLRP3
as
-infected
Nlrp3
inhibitor
(MCC950)-treated
displayed
controls.
Lastly,
mice
reduced
weight
loss
C57BL/6
mice.
These
overall
indicate
replicates
a
proinflammatory
part
brief
summary
sentence:
sensed
promote
response.
Language: Английский
Streptococcal peptides and their roles in host-microbe interactions
Emily R. Wahlenmayer,
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Daniel E. Hammers
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Frontiers in Cellular and Infection Microbiology,
Journal Year:
2023,
Volume and Issue:
13
Published: Oct. 16, 2023
The
genus
Streptococcus
encompasses
many
bacterial
species
that
are
associated
with
hosts,
ranging
from
asymptomatic
colonizers
and
commensals
to
pathogens
a
significant
global
health
burden.
Streptococci
produce
numerous
factors
enable
them
occupy
their
host-associated
niches,
of
which
alter
host
environment
the
benefit
bacteria.
ability
manipulate
immune
systems
either
evade
detection
clearance
or
induce
hyperinflammatory
state
influences
whether
bacteria
able
survive
persist
in
given
environment,
while
also
influencing
propensity
cause
disease.
Several
contribute
this
inter-species
interaction
have
been
identified.
Recently,
small
peptides
become
increasingly
appreciated
as
Streptococcal
relationships
hosts.
Peptides
utilized
by
streptococci
modulate
several
ways,
including
directly
interacting
disrupt
system
function
signaling
other
control
expression
genes
modulation.
In
review,
we
discuss
contributions
terms
pathogenesis
disruption
immunity.
This
discussion
will
highlight
importance
continuing
elucidate
functions
these
pursuing
identification
new
modulation
environments.
Developing
greater
understanding
how
interact
hosts
has
potential
development
techniques
inhibit
therapeutic
approaches
against
infections.
Language: Английский
Streptolysin S induces proinflammatory cytokine expression in calcium ion-influx-dependent manner
Yugo Yamamori,
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Rina Shirai,
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Kazuto Ohkura
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et al.
Current Research in Microbial Sciences,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
7, P. 100265 - 100265
Published: Jan. 1, 2024
Anginosus
group
streptococci
(AGS)
are
opportunistic
pathogens
that
reside
in
the
human
oral
cavity.
The
β-hemolytic
strains
of
Language: Английский
Roles of intralesional bacteria in the initiation and progression of oral squamous cell carcinoma
Zhuoyan Luo,
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Shiping Lv,
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Fangzhi Lou
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et al.
Cancer Medicine,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
13(18)
Published: Sept. 1, 2024
Abstract
Background
Oral
squamous
cell
carcinoma
(OSCC)
is
the
predominant
form
of
head
and
neck
cancer,
often
diagnosed
at
late
stages,
resulting
in
a
poor
prognosis.
Recent
studies
indicate
potential
association
between
OSCC
microbial
presence.
Microorganisms
have
been
identified
various
tumors
lesions,
including
oral
potentially
malignant
disorders
(OPMDs).
Intralesional
microbiota
are
considered
important
components
tumor
microenvironment
(TME)
may
contribute
to
carcinogenesis.
Methods
Sources
were
collected
through
thorough
searches
databases
PubMed
Embase.
The
review
focused
on
characteristics,
origins,
their
impact
cancer
progression.
Results
Bacteria
display
varying
abundance
diversity
throughout
stages
OPMDs.
Intraleisional
bacteria
diverse
sources,
not
only
plaque
saliva
but
also
gut.
both
pro‐carcinogenic
anti‐carcinogenic
effects,
affecting
processes
like
proliferation,
invasion,
immune
response.
Conclusions
crucial
OPMDs,
influencing
disease
progression
treatments.
Despite
significance,
challenges
inconsistent
sampling
identification
remain.
Future
research
required
fully
understand
role
improve
clinical
applications.
Language: Английский