NAR Genomics and Bioinformatics,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
6(4)
Published: Sept. 28, 2024
Abstract
There
is
a
growing
interest
in
generating
bimodal,
single-cell
RNA
sequencing
(RNA-seq)
data
for
studying
biological
pathways.
These
are
predominantly
utilized
understanding
phenotypic
trajectories
using
velocities;
however,
the
shape
information
encoded
two-dimensional
resolution
of
such
not
yet
exploited.
In
this
paper,
we
present
an
elliptical
parametrization
RNA-seq
data,
from
which
derived
statistics
that
reveal
four
different
modalities.
modalities
can
be
interpreted
as
manifestations
changes
rates
splicing,
transcription
or
degradation.
We
performed
our
analysis
on
cell
cycle
and
colorectal
cancer
dataset.
both
datasets,
found
genes
picked
up
by
differential
gene
expression
(DGEA),
consequently
unnoticed,
visibly
delineate
phenotypes.
This
indicates
that,
addition
to
DGEA,
searching
exhibit
discovered
could
aid
recovering
set
phenotypes
apart.
For
communities
biomarkers
cellular
phenotyping,
bimodal
broaden
search
space
genes,
furthermore,
allow
incorporating
processing
into
regulatory
analyses.
Drug Design Development and Therapy,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
Volume 18, P. 3175 - 3189
Published: July 1, 2024
Purpose:
To
clarify
the
significance
of
mitochondria-related
differentially
expressed
genes
(MTDEGs)
in
UC
carcinogenesis
through
a
bioinformatics
analysis
and
provide
potential
therapeutic
targets
for
patients
with
associated
colorectal
cancer.
Methods:
Microarray
GSE37283
was
utilized
to
investigate
(DEGs)
neoplasia
(UCN).
MTDEGs
were
identified
by
intersecting
DEGs
human
mitochondrial
genes.
Utilizing
LASSO
random
forest
analyses,
we
three
crucial
Subsequently,
using
ROC
curve
predictive
ability
key
Following,
confirmed
AOM/DSS
mice
model
Real-time
PCR.
Finally,
single-sample
gene
set
enrichment
(ssGSEA)
employed
explore
correlation
between
hub
immune
cells
infiltration
carcinogenesis.
Results:
The
(HMGCS2,
MAVS,
RDH13)
may
exhibit
significant
diagnostic
specificity
transition
from
UCN.
PCR
assay
further
that
expressions
HMGCS2
RDH13
significantly
downregulated
UCN
than
mice.
ssGSEA
revealed
highly
CD56dim
natural
killer
cells.
Conclusion:
RDH13,
HMGCS2,
MAVS
become
indicators
biomarkers
Our
research
has
enhance
our
understanding
mechanisms
underlying
UC.
Keywords:
ulcerative
colitis,
cancer,
autoimmunity
diseases,
mitochondria,
NKT
ACS Omega,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
9(42), P. 43034 - 43045
Published: Oct. 10, 2024
Uveal
Melanoma
(UM),
a
highly
aggressive
and
metastatic
intraocular
cancer
with
strong
propensity
for
liver
metastasis,
presents
limited
therapeutic
alternatives
unfavorable
survival
outcomes.
Despite
its
low
incidence,
the
underlying
mechanisms
of
UM
pathogenesis
precise
role
mitochondrial
metabolism
in
remain
inadequately
understood.
Utilizing
Cox
proportional
hazards
regression
analysis
was
used
to
assess
prognostic
relevance,
consensus
clustering
employed
molecular
subtyping.
A
risk
signature
constructed
using
Least
Absolute
Shrinkage
Selection
Operator
(LASSO)
regression.
We
further
conducted
comparative
analyses
on
clinicopathological
characteristics,
somatic
mutation
profiles,
drug
sensitivity,
gene
expression
patterns,
tumor
microenvironment
features
across
different
subtypes.
Moreover,
nomogram
developed
evaluated.
Among
1234
mitochondria
metabolism-related
genes
(MMRGs),
343
were
identified
as
significantly
associated
prognosis
UM.
These
prognosis-associated
MMRGs
facilitated
classification
into
two
distinct
subtypes,
which
displayed
notable
differences
pathological
staging.
Furthermore,
an
index
termed
MMRGs-derived
(MMI)
derived
from
eight
MMRGs,
serving
quantitative
measure
poor
MMI
demonstrated
significant
associations
mutations,
responsiveness,
microenvironment,
where
higher
levels
corresponded
worse
prognosis,
advanced
stages,
increased
immune
cell
infiltration.
The
built
upon
provided
potential
tool
clinical
assessment
patients.
This
study
value
predicting
stratification
within
UM;
however,
additional
basic
research
is
warranted
validate
their
applicability
elucidate
related
mechanisms.
Frontiers in Immunology,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
15
Published: Dec. 23, 2024
Colorectal
cancer
(CRC),
as
one
of
the
malignant
tumors
with
highest
incidence
and
mortality
rates
worldwide
in
recent
years,
originating
primarily
from
mucosal
tissues
colon
or
rectum,
has
potential
to
rapidly
develop
into
invasive
cancer.
Its
pathogenesis
is
complex,
involving
a
multitude
factors
including
genetic
background,
lifestyle,
dietary
habits.
Early
detection
treatment
are
key
improving
survival
for
patients
CRC.
However,
pervasive
problem
that
can
become
severely
resistant
treatment,
which
greatly
increases
complexity
challenge
treatment.
Therefore,
unraveling
overcoming
resistance
CRC
focus
research.
Mitochondria,
energy
centers
cell,
play
crucial
role
cellular
metabolism,
supply,
apoptosis
process.
In
CRC,
Mitochondrial
dysfunction
not
only
impairs
normal
cell
function
but
also
promotes
tumor
resistance.
deep
understanding
relationship
between
mitochondrial
mechanisms
development,
well
by
it
chemotherapy
drugs,
development
targeted
therapies,
enhancing
drug
efficacy,
outcomes
quality
life
patients.
Frontiers in Immunology,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
15
Published: July 22, 2024
Mitochondrial
damage
has
a
particular
impact
on
the
immune
system
and
tumor
microenvironment,
which
can
trigger
cell
stress,
an
inflammatory
response,
disrupt
function,
thus
all
of
accelerate
progression
tumor.
Therefore,
it
is
essence
to
comprehend
how
function
microenvironment
interact
with
mitochondrial
dysfunction
for
cancer
treatment.
Preserving
integrity
mitochondria
or
regulating
cells,
such
as
macrophages,
may
enhance
efficacy
therapy.
Future
research
should
concentrate
interactions
among
mitochondria,
system,
identify
new
therapeutic
strategies.
BMC Cancer,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
24(1)
Published: July 30, 2024
Chemoresistance
remains
a
significant
challenge
in
colorectal
cancer
(CRC)
treatment,
necessitating
deeper
understanding
of
its
underlying
mechanisms.
HOXC11
has
emerged
as
potential
regulator
various
cancers,
but
role
CRC
chemoresistance
unclear.
Cell Biology International,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
48(11), P. 1612 - 1620
Published: Aug. 20, 2024
The
soluble
epoxide
hydrolase
(sEH;
encoded
by
the
EPHX2
gene)
is
an
α/β
fold
protein
that
is,
widely
distributed
throughout
body.
Recent
studies
have
highlighted
sEH,
in
metabolism
of
polyunsaturated
fatty
acids,
plays
a
part
pathogenesis
various
diseases,
including
cardiovascular
disease,
Alzheimer's
disease
and
intestine-associated
disease.
This
review
discusses
current
findings
on
role
sEH
development
intestine-
colitis,
colorectal
cancer,
other
intestinal
as
well
potential
underlying
mechanisms
involved.
Cells,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
13(19), P. 1649 - 1649
Published: Oct. 3, 2024
LAH,
an
acetogenin
from
the
Annonaceae
family,
has
demonstrated
antitumor
activity
in
several
cancer
cell
lines
and
vivo
models,
where
it
reduced
tumor
size
induced
programmed
death.
We
focused
on
effects
of
LAH
mitochondrial
dynamics,
mTOR
signaling,
autophagy,
apoptosis
colorectal
(CRC)
cells
to
explore
its
anticancer
potential.
Methods:
CRC
were
treated
with
respiration
glycolysis
measured
using
Seahorse
XF
technology.
The
changes
dynamics
observed
through
fluorescent
imaging,
while
Western
blot
analysis
was
used
examine
key
autophagy
markers.
Results:
significantly
inhibited
complex
I
activity,
inducing
ATP
depletion
a
compensatory
increase
glycolysis.
This
disruption
caused
fragmentation,
trigger
for
as
shown
by
increased
LC3-II
expression
suppression.
Apoptosis
also
confirmed
cleavage
caspase-3,
contributing
viability.
Conclusions:
LAH’s
are
driven
function,
triggering
both
apoptosis.
These
findings
highlight
potential
therapeutic
compound
further
exploration
treatment.
Cancer & Metabolism,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
12(1)
Published: Oct. 28, 2024
Abstract
Chemoresistance
remains
a
major
challenge
in
the
effective
treatment
of
colorectal
cancer
(CRC),
contributing
to
poor
patient
outcomes.
While
molecular
mechanisms
underlying
chemoresistance
are
complex
and
multifaceted,
emerging
evidence
suggests
that
altered
mitochondrial
function
hormone
signaling
play
crucial
roles.
In
this
study,
we
investigated
role
CYP19A1,
key
enzyme
estrogen
biosynthesis,
regulating
CRC.
Using
combination
vitro
functional
assays,
transcriptomic
analysis,
clinical
data
mining,
demonstrate
CYP19A1
expression
is
significantly
upregulated
CRC
cells
patient-derived
samples
compared
normal
controls.
Mechanistically,
found
regulates
through
modulation
I
activity,
which
mediated
by
CYP19A1-dependent
biosynthesis.
Notably,
targeted
inhibition
using
specific
inhibitors
effectively
reversed
chemotherapeutic
drugs.
Moreover,
analysis
TCGA
dataset
revealed
high
correlates
with
overall
survival
chemotherapy-treated
patients.
Taken
together,
our
findings
uncover
novel
for
signaling,
highlight
potential
targeting
CYP19A1/estrogen/complex
axis
as
therapeutic
strategy
overcome
improve