Editorial: The emerging role of protein methylation/demethylation modification in disease and homeostasis
Y. Liu,
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Jianfei Lu,
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Xin Peng
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et al.
Frontiers in Molecular Biosciences,
Journal Year:
2025,
Volume and Issue:
12
Published: Feb. 10, 2025
The
significance
of
protein
methylation
and
demethylation
extends
beyond
basic
cellular
functions;
they
are
critical
in
numerous
biological
processes,
including
development,
differentiation,
epigenetic
regulation.
For
instance,
histone
is
a
well-studied
modification
that
orchestrates
chromatin
structure
gene
expression,
influencing
identity
function.
Additionally,
the
non-histone
proteins,
such
as
transcription
factors
signaling
molecules,
further
underscores
complexity
importance
these
modifications
regulating
activities.
These
not
only
fundamental
to
functions
but
also
have
profound
implications
more
complex
phenomena
diseases.
Understanding
intricate
mechanisms
underlying
crucial
for
unraveling
their
roles
normal
physiology
disease
pathology.
As
research
this
area
progresses,
it
holds
promise
revealing
potential
therapeutic
opportunities
could
transform
our
approach
treating
various
proteins
target,
involvement
chemoresistance,
along
with
inhibitors
104
action.
review
addresses
current
challenges
future
directions
PMT
105
combating
cancer
chemoresistance.
Language: Английский
Histone demethylase inhibitor KDM5-C70 regulates metabolomic and lipidomic programming during an astrocyte differentiation of rat neural stem cell
Minki Shim,
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Thin Thin San,
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Bohyun Shin
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et al.
Scientific Reports,
Journal Year:
2025,
Volume and Issue:
15(1)
Published: Feb. 13, 2025
Abstract
Lysine-specific
histone
demethylase
(KDM)
5
inhibition
by
KDM5-C70
induces
astrocytogenesis
and
highlights
the
importance
of
modulation
methylation
in
cell
fate
specification.
This
study
investigated
role
inhibitor
modulating
metabolic
lipidomic
landscape
during
astrocyte
differentiation
rat
neural
stem
cells
(NSCs).
Using
chemical
derivatisation
combined
with
gas
chromatography-mass
spectrometry,
42
metabolites
were
detected,
indicating
potential
regulation
phospholipid
metabolism.
Subsequent
analysis,
employing
reverse-phase
liquid
chromatography
high-resolution
quadrupole
time-of-flight
mass
identified
180
lipid
species
9
subclasses.
Integrative
analysis
revealed
that
promoted
through
epigenetic
changes
linked
to
attenuation
phosphatidylethanolamine
(PE)
biosynthesis
pathways.
The
reduced
expression
transcripts
related
PE
highlighted
significance
pathway
influencing
decisions.
These
quantitative
metabolomic
analyses
not
only
advance
our
understanding
NSC
but
also
lay
groundwork
for
therapeutic
strategies
targeting
pathways
neurodegenerative
diseases
injuries.
Language: Английский
Abacavir enhances the efficacy of Doxorubicin via inhibition of histone demethylase KDM5B in breast cancer
Research Square (Research Square),
Journal Year:
2025,
Volume and Issue:
unknown
Published: April 3, 2025
Abstract
KDM5B,
a
lysine-specific
histone
demethylase,
is
widely
upregulated
in
breast
cancer.
The
current
study
investigated
the
role
of
KDM5B
cancer
and
explored
repurposing
potential
antiviral
drug
abacavir
(ABC).
cytotoxic
effects
effect
ABC
sensitization
on
doxorubicin
(DOX)
efficacy
were
evaluated
using
2-D
3-D
cell
culture
models.
expression
was
elevated
tissues
compared
to
normal
tissues.
In
vitro
studies
demonstrated
that
treatment
reduced
cells
increased
their
sensitivity
towards
DOX.
induced
late
apoptosis
S
phase
arrest,
while
+
DOX
combination
led
S/G2
apoptosis,
death.
Data
generated
from
patient-derived
tumoroids
corroborated
culture-based
findings.
Additionally,
molecular
docking
indicated
active
metabolite
carbovir
triphosphate
(CBV-TP)
could
interact
with
DNA
polymerase
β-DNA
complex,
suggesting
its
mechanism
be
incorporated
into
synthesis
cycle,
leading
cycle
arrest
tumor
cells.
Our
findings
highlight
target
This
approach
enhanced
DOX,
which
allow
further
dose
reduction
side
effects,
offering
promising
therapeutic
strategy.
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The Role of Medicinal Plants in Modulating Epigenetic Mechanisms: Implications for Cancer Prevention and Therapy
Khadra Afaf Bendrihem,
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Aicha Mouane,
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Manel Azzi
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et al.
Phytotherapy Research,
Journal Year:
2025,
Volume and Issue:
unknown
Published: April 4, 2025
Cancer
remains
a
significant
global
health
challenge,
with
its
progression
driven
by
both
genetic
mutations
and
reversible
epigenetic
modifications.
This
review
highlights
the
potential
of
phytochemicals
to
modulate
mechanisms
for
cancer
prevention
treatment.
Natural
compounds
such
as
quercetin,
EGCG,
genistein,
β-elemene
interact
key
processes
DNA
methylation,
histone
modifications,
non-coding
RNA
regulation.
These
enable
reactivation
tumor
suppressor
genes,
increased
sensitivity
conventional
therapy
mitigation
drug
resistance.
For
instance,
EGCG
improves
efficacy
cisplatin
altering
methylation
patterns,
while
genistein
influences
breast
through
HER2
pathway
However,
challenges
low
bioavailability,
variability
in
compound
composition,
need
robust
clinical
validation
remain.
Further
high-quality
trials
are
required
confirm
safety
these
therapy.
Language: Английский
Marine Staurosporine Analogues: Activity and Target Identification in Triple-Negative Breast Cancer
Ru-Yi Chen,
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Lijian Ding,
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Yanjun Liu
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et al.
Marine Drugs,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
22(10), P. 459 - 459
Published: Oct. 5, 2024
Triple-negative
breast
cancer
(TNBC)
is
a
subtype
of
with
high
mortality
and
drug
resistance
no
targeted
available
at
present.
Compound
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PRMT7 in cancer: Structure, effects, and therapeutic potentials
Guan‐Jun Yang,
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Yanjun Liu,
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Ru-Yi Chen
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et al.
European Journal of Medicinal Chemistry,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
283, P. 117103 - 117103
Published: Nov. 26, 2024
Language: Английский
Advancements in Clinical Research and Emerging Therapies for Triple-Negative Breast Cancer Treatment
European Journal of Pharmacology,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
unknown, P. 177202 - 177202
Published: Dec. 1, 2024
Language: Английский
Structure-Based identification of a potent KDM7A inhibitor exerts anticancer activity through transcriptionally reducing MKRN1 in taxol- resistant and -sensitive triple-negative breast cancer cells
Bioorganic Chemistry,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
153, P. 107945 - 107945
Published: Nov. 5, 2024
Language: Английский
Endothelial KDM5B Regulated by Piezo1 Contributes to Disturbed Flow Induced Atherosclerotic Plaque Formation
Lili Wu,
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Shanshan Jiang,
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Xiao Zhou
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et al.
Journal of Cellular and Molecular Medicine,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
28(23)
Published: Dec. 1, 2024
ABSTRACT
Epigenetic
modifications
play
an
important
role
in
disturbed
flow
(d‐flow)
induced
atherosclerotic
plaque
formation.
By
analysing
a
scRNA‐seq
dataset
of
the
left
carotid
artery
(LCA)
under
d‐flow
conditions,
we
found
that
Jarid1b
(KDM5B)
was
upregulated
primarily
subcluster
endothelial
cells
response
to
stimulation.
We
therefore
investigated
mechanism
KDM5B
expression
and
cell.
Intriguingly,
activation
Piezo1,
major
mechanosensor,
promote
expression,
which
reversed
by
Piezo1
inhibition
HUVECs.
Downstream
ETS1
c‐JUN
phosphorylation
were
enhanced
or
activation,
leading
increase
expression.
Furthermore,
knockdown
either
prevent
H3K4me3
demethylation,
supported
pharmacological
RNA
sequencing
on
sh
Kdm5b
HUVECs
implied
is
associated
with
inflammation
atherosclerosis.
Using
partial
ligation
surgery
f/f
Cdh5
cre
mice
mAAV
‐
PCSK9
D377Y
infected,
showed
deficiency
reduced
lesions
hypercholesterolemic
mice.
Our
findings
indicate
via
pathway
promotes
formation,
providing
targets
for
prevention
therapeutic
intervention
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