hnRNPA2B1 drives colorectal cancer progression via the circCDYL/EIF4A3/PHF8 axis
The Kaohsiung Journal of Medical Sciences,
Год журнала:
2025,
Номер
unknown
Опубликована: Янв. 15, 2025
The
RNA-binding
protein
hnRNPA2B1
acts
as
an
m6A
reader
and
plays
a
role
in
tumor
development.
This
study
investigates
the
potential
mechanism
of
colorectal
cancer
(CRC)
progression.
expression
profiles
hnRNPA2B1,
circCDYL,
PHF8
CRC
cell
lines
were
analyzed.
Following
si-hnRNPA2B1
transfection,
proliferation,
invasion,
migration
evaluated
by
CCK-8
Transwell.
CDYL
was
detected
after
actinomycin
D
RNase
R
treatment.
RIP
conducted
to
assess
enrichment
on
circCDYL.
RNA
pull-down
assays
established
interaction
between
circCDYL
EIF4A3/PHF8.
EIF4A3
using
RT-qPCR
Western
blot
techniques.
displayed
high
levels,
whereas
showed
low
levels
cells.
Inhibition
reduced
migration,
invasion.
mechanistically
elevated
level
while
decreasing
its
expression,
which
turn
binding
enhanced
expression.
In
summary,
hnRNPA2B1-mediated
modification
decreases
inhibits
with
EIF4A3,
enhances
ultimately
facilitates
Язык: Английский
CircRNA circACTN4 Promotes the Progression of Epithelial-Mesenchymal Transition in Hepatocellular Carcinoma by Targeting the miR-424-5p/NCAPG/Wnt Axis
Clinical and Experimental Medicine,
Год журнала:
2025,
Номер
25(1)
Опубликована: Фев. 1, 2025
Growing
research
reveals
that
circular
RNAs
(circRNAs)
play
a
major
part
in
the
progression
and
development
of
cancer.
Here,
we
investigated
oncogenic
function
regulatory
mechanisms
circRNA
circACTN4
hepatocellular
carcinoma
(HCC),
particularly
tumor
epithelial-mesenchymal
transition
(EMT).
In
vitro
functional
assays
(Cell
Counting
Kit
8,
TUNEL,
scratch
wound
healing,
invasion
assays)
HCC
cell
lines,
alongside
vivo
analyses
subcutaneous
tumors
nude
model
mice,
were
employed
to
assess
impact
on
proliferation.
Interactions
concerning
circACTN4,
microRNA
(miR)-424-5p,
non-SMC
condensing
I
complex
subunit
G
(NCAPG)
have
been
assessed
deploying
luciferase
reporter
also
quantitative
reverse
transcription
PCR
investigation
transcripts
tissues.
Findings
indicated
high
expression
HCC,
promoted
proliferation,
while
inhibiting
apoptosis
cells,
correlated
with
poor
prognosis.
Mechanistically,
served
as
rival
internal
RNA
for
miR-424
5p,
controlling
NCAPG
level
initiating
Wnt/β-catenin
signaling
routes,
which
turn
impacted
EMT
machinery
HCC.
According
our
surveys,
circACTN4/miR-424
5p/NCAPG
axis
could
be
an
intriguing
candidate
therapy
address
treatment
Язык: Английский
Exosomal circular RNAs in tumor microenvironment: An emphasis on signaling pathways and clinical opportunities
MedComm,
Год журнала:
2024,
Номер
5(12)
Опубликована: Ноя. 24, 2024
Exosomes
can
regulate
the
malignant
progression
of
tumors
by
carrying
a
variety
genetic
information
and
transmitting
it
to
target
cells.
Recent
studies
indicate
that
exosomal
circular
RNAs
(circRNAs)
multiple
biological
processes
in
carcinogenesis,
such
as
tumor
growth,
metastasis,
epithelial-mesenchymal
transition,
drug
resistance,
autophagy,
metabolism,
angiogenesis,
immune
escape.
In
microenvironment
(TME),
circRNAs
be
transferred
among
cells,
endothelial
cancer-associated
fibroblasts,
microbiota,
affecting
initiation
progression.
Due
high
stability
widespread
presence
circRNAs,
they
hold
promise
biomarkers
for
diagnosis
prognosis
prediction
blood
urine.
addition,
designing
nanoparticles
targeting
utilizing
derived
from
cells
or
stem
provide
new
strategies
cancer
therapy.
this
review,
we
examined
crucial
role
regulating
tumor-related
signaling
pathways
summarized
transmission
between
various
types
their
impact
on
TME.
Finally,
our
review
highlights
potential
diagnostic
prognostic
biomarkers,
well
suggesting
clinical
Язык: Английский
Cross-talk between circRNAs and m6A modifications in solid tumors
Journal of Translational Medicine,
Год журнала:
2024,
Номер
22(1)
Опубликована: Июль 29, 2024
Abstract
Circular
RNAs
(circRNAs)
possess
unique
biological
properties
and
distribution
characteristics
that
enable
a
variety
of
functions.
N6-methyladenosine
(m6A),
prevalent
epigenetic
modification
in
organisms,
is
regulated
by
factors
including
methyltransferases
(writers),
demethylases
(erasers),
m6A-binding
proteins
(readers).
These
play
critical
roles
various
pathophysiological
processes.
There
growing
evidence
m6A
modifications
are
common
within
circRNAs,
affecting
their
synthesis,
translation,
translocation,
degradation,
stability.
Additionally,
circRNAs
regulate
processes
influence
modifications.
This
review
explores
the
metabolism
functions
interactions,
specific
regulatory
mechanisms
different
tumors,
offering
insights
into
m6A-circRNA
interaction
cancer.
Язык: Английский
Bola-Amphiphilic Dendrimer Enhances Imatinib to Target Metastatic Ovarian Cancer via β-Catenin-HRP2 Signaling Axis
ACS Applied Materials & Interfaces,
Год журнала:
2025,
Номер
17(2), С. 2884 - 2898
Опубликована: Янв. 3, 2025
Ovarian
cancer
is
the
leading
cause
of
death
among
all
gynecological
malignancies,
and
drug
resistance
renders
current
chemotherapy
agents
ineffective
for
patients
with
advanced
metastatic
tumors.
We
report
an
effective
treatment
strategy
targeting
ovarian
involving
a
nanoformulation
(Bola/IM)─bola-amphiphilic
dendrimer
(Bola)-encapsulated
imatinib
(IM)─to
target
critical
mediator
stem
cells
(CSCs)
CD117
(c-Kit).
Bola/IM
offered
significantly
more
CSCs
compared
to
IM
alone,
through
novel
tumor-specific
β-catenin/HRP2
axis,
allowing
potent
inhibition
cell
survival,
stemness,
metastasis
in
drug-resistant
cells.
Promising
results
were
also
obtained
clinically
relevant
patient-derived
ascites
organoids
alongside
high
tumor-oriented
accumulation
favorable
pharmacokinetic
properties
mouse
models.
Furthermore,
displayed
synergistic
anticancer
activity
when
combined
first-line
chemotherapeutic
cisplatin
xenograft
models
without
any
adverse
effects.
Our
findings
support
use
as
empower
IM,
providing
targeted
cancer.
study
thus
represents
significant
advancement
toward
addressing
unmet
medical
need
improved
therapies
this
challenging
disease.
Язык: Английский
Targeting m6A RNA Modification in Tumor Therapeutics
Current Oncology,
Год журнала:
2025,
Номер
32(3), С. 159 - 159
Опубликована: Март 11, 2025
The
prevalent
eukaryotic
RNA
modification
N6-methyladenosine
(m6A),
which
is
distributed
in
more
than
50%
of
cases,
has
demonstrated
significant
implications
both
normal
development
and
disease
progression,
particularly
the
context
cancer.
This
review
aims
to
discuss
potential
efficacy
targeting
tumor
cells
through
modulation
m6A
levels.
Specifically,
we
how
upregulation
or
downregulation
integral
specific
targets
effective
treating
different
types
patients.
Additionally,
will
cover
factors
influencing
treatment.
Our
focus
on
impact
mRNA
genes
assess
its
as
a
therapeutic
strategy
for
tumors.
Despite
challenges
involved,
further
research
tumors
integration
with
existing
therapy
approaches
warranted.
Язык: Английский
Emerging roles of exosomal circRNAs in non-small cell lung cancer
Journal of Translational Medicine,
Год журнала:
2025,
Номер
23(1)
Опубликована: Апрель 30, 2025
Despite
the
prevalence
of
non-small
cell
lung
cancer
(NSCLC)
is
high,
limited
early
detection
and
management
these
tumors
are
restricted
since
there
an
absence
reliable
precise
diagnostic
biomarkers
therapeutic
targets.
Exosomes
transport
functional
molecules
for
facilitating
intercellular
communication,
especially
in
tumor
microenvironment,
indicating
their
potential
as
Circular
RNA
(circRNA),
a
type
non-coding
possessing
covalently
closed
loop
structure,
substantial
abundance,
tissue-specific
expression
patterns,
stably
enriched
exosomes.
In
recent
years,
significant
breakthroughs
have
been
made
research
on
exosomal
circRNA
NSCLC.
This
review
briefly
introduces
biogenesis,
characterizations,
functions
circRNAs
exosomes,
systematically
describes
biological
mechanisms
addition,
this
study
summarizes
role
progression
NSCLC
discusses
clinical
significance
targets
Язык: Английский
Harnessing engineered extracellular vesicles for enhanced therapeutic efficacy: advancements in cancer immunotherapy
Journal of Experimental & Clinical Cancer Research,
Год журнала:
2025,
Номер
44(1)
Опубликована: Май 2, 2025
Abstract
Extracellular
vesicles
(EVs),
particularly
engineered
variants,
have
emerged
as
promising
tools
in
cancer
immunotherapy
due
to
their
inherent
ability
modulate
immune
responses
and
deliver
therapeutic
agents
with
high
specificity
minimal
toxicity.
These
nanometer-sized
vesicles,
which
include
exosomes
(Exos)
other
subtypes,
naturally
participate
intercellular
communication
are
capable
of
carrying
a
diverse
range
bioactive
molecules,
including
proteins,
lipids,
RNAs,
metabolites.
Recent
advancements
the
biogenesis
EVs,
such
strategies
modify
surface
characteristics
cargo,
significantly
expanded
potential
effective
vehicles
for
targeted
therapies.
Tailoring
contents
incorporating
immunomodulatory
molecules
or
gene-editing
(GETs),
has
shown
outcomes
enhancing
anti-tumor
immunity
overcoming
immunosuppressive
tumor
microenvironment
(TME).
Moreover,
optimizing
delivery
mechanisms,
through
both
passive
active
targeting
strategies,
is
crucial
improving
clinical
efficacy
EV-based
This
review
provides
an
overview
recent
developments
engineering
EVs
immunotherapy,
focusing
on
biogenesis,
methods
content
customization,
innovations
cargo
delivery.
Additionally,
addresses
challenges
associated
translation
therapies,
issues
related
scalability,
safety,
By
offering
insights
into
current
state
field
identifying
key
areas
future
research,
this
aims
advance
application
treatment.
Язык: Английский
Reciprocal regulation between m6 A modifications and non-coding RNAs: emerging roles in cancer therapeutic resistance
Discover Oncology,
Год журнала:
2025,
Номер
16(1)
Опубликована: Май 25, 2025
In
recent
years,
the
interplay
between
N6-methyladenosine
(m6A)
modifications
and
non-coding
RNAs
(ncRNAs)
has
emerged
as
a
pivotal
research
area,
owing
to
their
crucial
involvement
in
pathophysiological
mechanisms
underlying
various
diseases.
A
significant
hurdle
cancer
therapy
is
therapeutic
resistance,
which
frequently
contributes
adverse
patient
outcomes.
Recent
investigations
have
underscored
vital
role
that
interactions
m6A
ncRNAs
play
mediating
resistance
via
MAPK,
PI3K/Akt/mTOR,
Wnt/β-catenin,
HIPPO,
NF-κB
pathways.
This
review
elucidates
how
these
drive
tumor
by
modulating
By
dissecting
regulatory
dynamics
context
of
this
aims
deepen
understanding
m6A-ncRNA
interaction
identify
potential
targets
improve
treatment
efficacy.
Язык: Английский