Methods in molecular biology,
Journal Year:
2023,
Volume and Issue:
unknown, P. 263 - 280
Published: Jan. 1, 2023
Abstract
Localization
of
mRNAs
at
the
front
migrating
cells
is
a
widely
used
mechanism
that
functionally
supports
efficient
cell
movement.
It
observed
in
single
on
two-dimensional
surfaces,
as
well
multicellular
three-dimensional
(3D)
structures
and
tissue
vivo.
3D
cultures
can
reveal
how
topology
extracellular
matrix
cell-cell
contacts
influence
subcellular
mRNA
distributions.
Here
we
describe
method
for
imaging
an
inducible
system
collective
cancer
invasion.
MDA-MB-231
spheroids
are
embedded
Matrigel,
induced
to
invade,
processed
image
with
single-molecule
sensitivity.
An
analysis
algorithm
quantify
compare
distributions
invasive
leader
cells.
The
approach
be
easily
adapted
applied
analyze
RNA
additional
settings
where
polarize
along
linear
axis.
Cell Reports,
Journal Year:
2025,
Volume and Issue:
44(2), P. 115237 - 115237
Published: Feb. 1, 2025
The
subcellular
localization
of
mRNAs
plays
a
pivotal
role
in
biological
processes,
including
cell
migration.
For
instance,
β-actin
mRNA
and
its
associated
RNA-binding
protein
(RBP),
ZBP1/IGF2BP1,
are
recruited
to
focal
adhesions
(FAs)
support
localized
synthesis,
crucial
for
However,
whether
other
RBPs
also
localize
at
FAs
remains
unclear.
Here,
we
identify
hundreds
that
enriched
(FA-mRNAs).
FA-mRNAs
share
characteristics
with
stress
granule
(SG)
found
ribonucleoprotein
(RNP)
complexes
the
SG
RBP.
Mechanistically,
G3BP1
binds
FA
proteins
an
RNA-dependent
manner,
dimerization
domains,
essential
form
RNPs
SG,
required
We
find
promote
speed
by
enhancing
mobility
size.
These
findings
suggest
previously
unappreciated
regulating
function
under
non-stress
conditions.
Spatial
segregation
of
mRNAs
in
the
cytoplasm
cells
is
a
well-known
biological
phenomenon
that
widely
observed
diverse
species
spanning
different
kingdoms
life.
In
mammalian
cells,
localization
has
been
documented
and
studied
quite
extensively
highly
polarized
most
notably
neurons,
where
localized
function
to
direct
protein
production
at
sites
are
distant
from
soma.
Recent
studies
have
strikingly
revealed
large
proportion
cellular
transcriptome
exhibits
distributions
even
lack
an
obvious
need
for
long-range
transport,
such
as
fibroblasts
or
epithelial
cells.
This
review
focuses
on
emerging
concepts
regarding
functional
outcomes
mRNA
targeting
We
also
discuss
regulatory
mechanisms
controlling
these
events,
with
emphasis
role
cell
mechanics
organization
cytoskeleton.
article
categorized
under:
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>
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RNA
Export
Localization
Localization.
bioRxiv (Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory),
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
unknown
Published: Jan. 5, 2024
The
ability
to
quantify
transcriptional
dynamics
in
individual
cells
via
live
imaging
has
revolutionized
our
understanding
of
gene
regulation.
However,
such
measurements
are
lacking
the
context
vertebrate
embryos.
We
addressed
this
deficit
by
applying
MS2-MCP
mRNA
labeling
quantification
transcription
zebrafish,
a
model
vertebrate.
developed
platform
transgenic
organisms,
light
sheet
fluorescence
microscopy,
and
optimized
image
analysis
that
enables
visualization
MS2
reporters.
used
these
tools
obtain
first
single-cell,
real-time
segmentation
clock.
Our
challenge
traditional
view
smooth
clock
oscillations
instead
suggest
discrete
bursts
organized
space
time.
Together,
results
highlight
how
measuring
single-cell
activity
can
reveal
unexpected
features
regulation
data
fuel
dialogue
between
theory
experiment.
Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences,
Journal Year:
2020,
Volume and Issue:
117(44), P. 27423 - 27434
Published: Oct. 15, 2020
Significance
Specific
RNAs
are
enriched
at
protrusive
regions
of
migrating
cells.
This
localization
is
important
for
cell
migration
on
2D
surfaces.
However,
in
vivo,
tumor
cells
navigate
complex
3D
environments
often
collective
groups.
Here,
we
investigated
protrusion-enriched
during
invasion.
We
show
that
specific
exhibit
a
striking
accumulation
the
front
invasive
leader
provide
insights
into
mechanism
underlying
RNA
front,
and
further
demonstrate
it
required
efficient
invasion
additionally
observe
enrichment
sites
vivo
tumors,
supporting
physiological
relevance
this
suggesting
targeting
opportunity
perturbing
cancer
RNA,
Journal Year:
2021,
Volume and Issue:
27(12), P. 1528 - 1544
Published: Sept. 7, 2021
RNA
localization
and
local
translation
are
important
for
numerous
cellular
functions.
In
mammals,
a
class
of
mRNAs
localize
to
cytoplasmic
protrusions
in
an
APC-dependent
manner,
with
roles
during
cell
migration.
Here,
we
investigated
this
mechanism.
We
found
that
the
KIF1C
motor
interacts
is
required
their
localization.
Live
imaging
revealed
rapid,
active
transport
single
over
long
distances
requires
both
microtubules
KIF1C.
Two-color
directly
transported
by
motors,
3′UTR
being
sufficient
trigger
KIF1C-dependent
Moreover,
remained
associated
peripheral,
multimeric
clusters
was
formation.
These
results
reveal
widespread
pathway
mammalian
cells,
which
has
dual
role
transporting
RNAs
clustering
them
within
protrusions.
Interestingly,
also
transports
its
own
mRNA,
suggesting
possible
feedback
loop
acting
at
level
mRNA
transport.
Nature Communications,
Journal Year:
2023,
Volume and Issue:
14(1)
Published: June 9, 2023
RNA
binding
proteins
(RBPs)
act
as
critical
facilitators
of
spatially
regulated
gene
expression.
Muscleblind-like
(MBNL)
proteins,
implicated
in
myotonic
dystrophy
and
cancer,
localize
RNAs
to
myoblast
membranes
neurites
through
unknown
mechanisms.
We
find
that
MBNL
forms
motile
anchored
granules
neurons
myoblasts,
selectively
associates
with
kinesins
Kif1bα
Kif1c
its
zinc
finger
(ZnF)
domains.
Other
RBPs
similar
ZnFs
associate
these
kinesins,
implicating
a
motor-RBP
specificity
code.
kinesin
perturbation
leads
widespread
mRNA
mis-localization,
including
depletion
Nucleolin
transcripts
from
neurites.
Live
cell
imaging
fractionation
reveal
the
unstructured
carboxy-terminal
tail
MBNL1
allows
for
anchoring
at
membranes.
An
approach,
termed
RBP
Module
Recruitment
Imaging
(RBP-MRI),
reconstitutes
kinesin-
membrane-recruitment
functions
using
MBNL-MS2
coat
protein
fusions.
Our
findings
decouple
association,
binding,
membrane
while
establishing
general
strategies
studying
multi-functional,
modular
domains
RBPs.
Genes & Development,
Journal Year:
2023,
Volume and Issue:
37(5-6), P. 191 - 203
Published: March 1, 2023
Subcellular
localization
of
messenger
RNA
(mRNA)
is
a
widespread
phenomenon
that
can
impact
the
regulation
and
function
encoded
protein.
In
nonneuronal
cells,
specific
mRNAs
localize
to
cell
protrusions,
proper
mRNA
required
for
migration.
However,
mechanisms
by
which
regulates
protein
in
this
setting
remain
unclear.
Here,
we
examined
functional
consequences
encoding
KIF1C.
KIF1C
kinesin
motor
migration
trafficking,
including
trafficking
its
own
mRNA.
We
show
Kif1c
does
not
regulate
KIF1C's
abundance,
distribution,
or
ability
traffic
other
mRNAs.
Conversely,
protrusions
directed
used
mass
spectrometry
identify
binding
partners
endogenous
KIF1C,
revealed
dramatic
dysregulation
number
identity
interactors
response
mislocalization.
These
results
therefore
uncovered
mechanistic
connection
between
specificity
protein–protein
interactions.
anticipate
mechanism
limited
likely
be
general
principle
impacts
functions
proteins
protrusion-enriched
cells.