International Journal of Medical Sciences,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
21(13), P. 2613 - 2622
Published: Jan. 1, 2024
NLRC3,
a
negative
regulator,
exhibits
considerable
potential
in
the
realm
of
lung
cancer
immunotherapy
by
virtue
its
profound
impact
on
immune
response
intensity,
primarily
through
regulatory
effects
cGAS-STING
pathway.
The
inhibition
NLRC3
has
been
found
to
augment
activity
aforementioned
pathway,
thereby
enhancing
anti-tumor
response.
This
comprehensive
review
endeavors
elucidate
molecular
and
genetic
structures
role
within
system,
interaction
with
particular
emphasis
applications
immunotherapy.
Existing
research
underscores
NLRC3's
capacity
mitigate
excessive
responses
via
regulation
thus
underscoring
significant
development
pharmaceutical
interventions
gene
therapy
strategies
targeting
presents
promising
avenue
for
creation
novel
therapeutic
options
individuals
afflicted
cancer.
Nonetheless,
clinical
application
these
therapies
is
confronted
both
technical
biological
challenges.
aims
provide
theoretical
foundation
related
delineate
future
directions
this
field.
International Journal of Biological Sciences,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
20(13), P. 5145 - 5161
Published: Jan. 1, 2024
Non-small
cell
lung
cancer
(NSCLC),
a
major
subtype
of
cancer,
encompasses
squamous
carcinoma,
adenocarcinoma,
and
large
carcinoma.
Compared
to
small
NSCLC
cells
grow
divide
more
slowly,
their
metastasis
occurs
at
later
stage.
Currently,
chemotherapy
is
the
primary
treatment
for
this
disease.
Sappanone
A
(SA)
flavonoid
compound
extracted
from
plant
Caesalpinia
sappan,
known
its
antitumor,
redox-regulating,
anti-inflammatory
properties.
Recent
studies
have
investigated
interaction
SA
with
mitochondrial
pathways
in
regulating
death
through
Nrf-2/GPX-4/xCT
axis.
This
study
specifically
explores
mechanism
by
which
affects
morphology
structure
regulation
mitophagy
biogenesis
tumor
cells.
The
primarily
utilizes
second-generation
transcriptomic
sequencing
data
molecular
docking
techniques
elucidate
role
programmed
omics
results
indicate
that
significantly
targets
genes
involved
oxidative
phosphorylation,
mitophagy,
dynamics,
stress.
Further
findings
confirmed
Nrf-2/GPX4/xCT
pathway
serves
as
crucial
target
NSCLC.
Knockdown
Nrf-2
(si-Nrf-2)
overexpression
(ad-Nrf-2)
were
shown
modulate
therapeutic
efficacy
varying
degrees.
Additionally,
modifications
GPX4/xCT
affected
regulatory
effects
on
autophagy,
biogenesis,
energy
metabolism.
These
mechanisms
may
be
mediated
caspase
ferroptosis-related
signaling.
Molecular
biology
experiments
demonstrated
intervention
further
inhibits
phosphorylation
FUNDC1
Tyr18
downregulates
TOM20
expression.
was
found
reduce
expression
PGC1α,
Nrf-1,
Tfam,
resulting
decrease
respiration
Overexpression
counteract
biogenesis.
Confocal
microscopy
revealed
increases
fragmentation,
subsequently
inducing
pathway-mediated
death.
However,
genetic
modification
altered
In
conclusion,
has
been
identified
promising
agent
apoptosis
ferroptosis
represent
key
Targeting
axis
offers
novel
approach
maintaining
homeostasis
within
cellular
microenvironment.
Journal of Translational Internal Medicine,
Journal Year:
2025,
Volume and Issue:
13(1), P. 10 - 32
Published: Feb. 1, 2025
In
the
evolving
landscape
of
cancer
treatment,
strategic
manipulation
regulated
cell
death
(RCD)
pathways
has
emerged
as
a
crucial
component
effective
anti-tumor
immunity.
Evidence
suggests
that
tumor
cells
undergoing
RCD
can
modify
immunogenicity
microenvironment
(TME),
potentially
enhancing
its
ability
to
suppress
progression
and
metastasis.
this
review,
we
first
explore
mechanisms
apoptosis,
necroptosis,
pyroptosis,
ferroptosis,
cuproptosis,
along
with
crosstalk
between
these
modalities.
We
then
discuss
how
processes
activate
antigen-presenting
cells,
facilitate
cross-priming
CD8+
T
trigger
immune
responses,
highlighting
complex
effects
novel
forms
on
TME
biology.
Furthermore,
summarize
potential
drugs
nanoparticles
induce
or
inhibit
emerging
their
therapeutic
roles
in
treatment.
Finally,
put
forward
existing
challenges
future
prospects
for
targeting
anti-cancer
Overall,
review
enhances
our
understanding
molecular
biological
impacts
RCD-based
therapies,
providing
new
perspectives
strategies
Journal of Translational Internal Medicine,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
12(1), P. 35 - 50
Published: Feb. 1, 2024
Abstract
Background
and
Objectives
Cardiac
injury
plays
a
critical
role
in
contributing
to
the
mortality
associated
with
sepsis,
condition
marked
by
various
forms
of
programmed
cell
deaths.
Previous
studies
hinted
at
WW
domain-containing
E3
ubiquitin
protein
ligase
2
(WWP2)
involving
heart
failure
endothelial
injury.
However,
precise
implications
WWP2
sepsis-induced
cardiac
injury,
along
underlying
mechanisms,
remain
enigmatic.
Methods
Sepsis
induced
were
constructed
intraperitoneal
injection
lipopolysaccharide.
To
discover
function
during
this
process,
we
designed
performed
loss/gain-of-function
cardiac-specific
vectors
knockout
mice.
Combination
experiments
investigate
relationship
between
downstream
signaling
septic
myocardium
Results
The
level
was
downregulated
cardiomyocytes
sepsis.
Cardiac-specific
overexpression
protected
from
sepsis
mitochondrial
oxidative
stress,
death
while
knockdown
or
exacerbated
process.
protective
potency
predominantly
linked
its
ability
suppress
cardiomyocyte
ferroptosis
rather
than
apoptosis.
Mechanistically,
our
study
revealed
direct
interaction
acyl-CoA
synthetase
long-chain
family
member
4
(FACL4),
through
which
facilitated
ubiquitin-dependent
degradation
FACL4.
Notably,
observed
notable
reduction
within
mice
after
FACL4
Conclusions
assumes
safeguarding
against
via
regulating
inhibit
LPS-induced
ferroptosis.
International Journal of Medical Sciences,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
21(13), P. 2502 - 2509
Published: Jan. 1, 2024
Hypoxic
injury
is
a
critical
pathological
factor
in
the
development
of
various
cardiovascular
diseases,
such
as
congenital
heart
disease,
myocardial
infarction,
and
failure.
Mitochondrial
quality
control
essential
for
protecting
cardiomyocytes
from
hypoxic
damage.
Under
conditions,
disruptions
mitochondrial
homeostasis
result
excessive
reactive
oxygen
species
(ROS)
production,
imbalances
dynamics,
initiate
processes
including
oxidative
stress,
inflammatory
responses,
apoptosis.
Targeted
interventions
to
enhance
control,
coenzyme
Q10
statins,
have
shown
promise
mitigating
hypoxia-induced
dysfunction.
These
treatments
offer
potential
therapeutic
strategies
hypoxia-related
diseases
by
regulating
fission
fusion,
restoring
biogenesis,
reducing
ROS
promoting
mitophagy.
Frontiers in Endocrinology,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
15
Published: March 4, 2024
Background
PANoptosis
is
a
newly
discovered
cell
death
type,
and
tightly
associated
with
immune
system
activities.
To
date,
the
mechanism,
regulation
application
of
in
tumor
largely
unknown.
Our
aim
to
explore
prognostic
value
PANoptosis-related
genes
colon
adenocarcinoma
(COAD).
Methods
Analyzing
data
from
The
Cancer
Genome
Atlas-COAD
(TCGA-COAD)
involving
458
COAD
cases,
we
concentrated
on
five
pathways
Molecular
Signatures
Database
(MSigDB)
comprehensive
set
immune-related
genes.
approach
involved
identifying
distinct
genetic
subtype
clusters
developing
model
based
these
parameters.
Results
research
successfully
identified
two
COAD,
marked
by
profiles
gene
expression.
A
model,
incorporating
findings,
demonstrated
significant
predictive
power
for
survival
outcomes,
underscoring
interplay
between
responses
COAD.
Conclusion
This
study
enhances
our
understanding
COAD’s
framework,
emphasizing
synergy
system.
development
insights
offers
promising
tool
personalized
treatment
strategies.
Future
should
focus
validating
refining
this
clinical
settings
optimize
therapeutic
interventions
BMC Cancer,
Journal Year:
2025,
Volume and Issue:
25(1)
Published: Jan. 15, 2025
To
investigate
the
role
of
translocase
outer
mitochondrial
membrane
40
(TOM40)
in
oral
squamous
cell
carcinoma
(OSCC)
with
aim
identifying
new
biomarkers
or
potential
therapeutic
targets.
TOM40
expression
level
OSCC
was
evaluated
using
datasets
downloaded
from
The
Cancer
Genome
Atlas
(TCGA),
as
well
clinical
data.
correlation
between
and
clinicopathological
parameters
survival
were
analyzed
TCGA.
signaling
pathways
associated
identified
through
gene
set
enrichment
analysis.
A
network
genes
co-expressed
constructed
functionally
annotated
by
ontology
(GO)
Kyoto
Encyclopedia
Genes
Genomes
(KEGG)
pathway
analyses.
immune
infiltration
pattern
TCGA-OSCC
cohort
CIBERSORT
algorithm.
Clinically
significant
factors
screened
levels
a
clinically
relevant
nomogram
constructed.
divided
into
TOM40high
TOM40low
groups
sensitivity
to
frequently
used
chemotherapeutic
drugs
evaluated.
CCK-8
colony
formation
assays
applied
determine
growth.
highly
expressed
tissues
correlated
negatively
overall
(P
<
0.05).
Patients
high
showed
worse
prognosis.
Furthermore,
GO
KEGG
analyses
differentially
related
that
these
are
mainly
immunity
tumorigenesis.
Immunological
analysis
has
found
proportions
several
cells.
Moreover,
we
knockdown
inhibited
growth
lines.
Our
results
uncovered
is
reliable
prognostic
marker
target
OSCC.
Frontiers in Pharmacology,
Journal Year:
2025,
Volume and Issue:
16
Published: Feb. 14, 2025
Objective
Lung
squamous
cell
carcinoma
(LUSC)
is
a
common
subtype
of
non-small
lung
cancer
(NSCLC)
characterized
by
high
invasiveness,
metastatic
potential,
and
drug
resistance,
resulting
in
poor
patient
prognosis.
Anoikis,
specific
form
apoptosis
triggered
detachment
from
the
extracellular
matrix
(ECM),
plays
crucial
role
tumor
metastasis.
Resistance
to
anoikis
key
mechanism
which
cells
acquire
potential.
Although
several
studies
have
identified
biomarkers
related
LUSC,
anoikis-related
genes
(ARGs)
remains
largely
unexplored.
Methods
Anoikis-related
were
obtained
Harmonizome
GeneCards
databases,
222
differentially
expressed
(DEGs)
LUSC
via
differential
expression
analysis.
Univariate
Cox
regression
analysis
74
ARGs
significantly
associated
with
survival,
prognostic
model
comprising
8
was
developed
using
LASSO
multivariate
analyses.
The
internally
validated
receiver
operating
characteristic
(ROC)
curves
Kaplan-Meier
(K-M)
survival
curves.
Differences
immune
infiltration
gene
between
high-
low-risk
groups
analyzed.
Virtual
screening
molecular
dynamics
simulations
performed
evaluate
therapeutic
potential
CSNK2A1,
model.
Finally,
vitro
experiments
conducted
validate
effects
on
LUSC.
Results
8-gene
demonstrated
excellent
predictive
performance
stability.
Significant
differences
microenvironment
characteristics
observed
groups,
suggesting
critical
shaping
landscape
Dihydroergotamine
as
having
highest
binding
affinity
for
CSNK2A1.
Molecular
confirmed
that
CSNK2A1-Dihydroergotamine
complex
exhibited
strong
Further
inhibited
viability,
migration,
invasion,
downregulated
CSNK2A1
expression.
Conclusion
This
study
first
construct
an
highlighting
its
providing
insights
into
personalized
therapy.
significant
anti-LUSC
activity
holds
promise
agent.
emerged
robust
candidate
early
diagnosis
target
Biomarker Research,
Journal Year:
2025,
Volume and Issue:
13(1)
Published: April 18, 2025
Abstract
Angiogenesis,
a
crucial
process
in
tumor
growth
and
metastasis,
necessitates
targeted
therapeutic
intervention.
This
review
reviews
the
latest
knowledge
of
anti-angiogenesis
targets
tumors,
with
emphasis
on
molecular
mechanisms
signaling
pathways
that
regulate
this
process.
We
emphasize
microenvironment's
role
angiogenesis,
examine
endothelial
cell
metabolic
changes,
evaluated
potential
strategies
targeting
vascular
system.
At
same
time,
we
analyzed
pathway
mechanism
angiogenesis
detail.
In
addition,
paper
also
looks
at
development
trend
drugs,
including
their
future
direction
challenges,
aiming
to
provide
prospective
insight
into
field.
Despite
potential,
anti-angiogenic
therapies
encounter
challenges
like
drug
resistance
side
effects,
necessitating
ongoing
research
enhance
cancer
treatment
efficacy
these
therapies.