Our
inability
to
derive
the
neuronal
diversity
that
comprises
posterior
central
nervous
system
(pCNS)
using
human
pluripotent
stem
cells
(hPSCs)
poses
an
impediment
understanding
neurodevelopment
and
disease
in
hindbrain
spinal
cord.
Here,
we
establish
a
modular,
monolayer
differentiation
paradigm
recapitulates
both
rostrocaudal
(R/C)
dorsoventral
(D/V)
patterning,
enabling
derivation
of
diverse
pCNS
neurons
with
discrete
regional
specificity.
First,
neuromesodermal
progenitors
(NMPs)
HOX
profiles
are
converted
(pCNSPs).
Then,
by
tuning
D/V
signaling,
pCNSPs
directed
locomotor
or
somatosensory
neurons.
Expansive
single-cell
RNA-sequencing
(scRNA-seq)
analysis
coupled
novel
computational
pipeline
allowed
us
detect
hundreds
transcriptional
markers
within
region-specific
phenotypes,
discovery
gene
expression
patterns
across
R/C
developmental
axes.
These
findings
highlight
potential
these
resources
advance
mechanistic
development,
enhance
vitro
models,
inform
therapeutic
strategies.
Trends in Cell Biology,
Год журнала:
2021,
Номер
31(9), С. 747 - 759
Опубликована: Июль 22, 2021
3D
gastruloids,
aggregates
of
embryonic
stem
cells
that
recapitulate
key
aspects
gastrula-stage
embryos,
have
emerged
as
a
powerful
tool
to
study
the
early
stages
mammalian
post-implantation
development
in
vitro.
Owing
their
tractable
nature
and
relative
ease
by
which
they
can
be
generated
large
numbers,
gastruloids
provide
an
unparalleled
opportunity
normal
pathological
embryogenesis
from
bottom-up
perspective
high-throughput
manner.
Here,
we
review
how
gastruloid
models
exploited
deepen
our
understanding
development.
In
addition,
discuss
current
limitations,
potential
clinical
applications,
ethical
implications
this
emerging
model
system.
bioRxiv (Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory),
Год журнала:
2023,
Номер
unknown
Опубликована: Фев. 28, 2023
Abstract
The
formation
of
the
vertebrate
body
involves
coordinated
and
progressive
production
trunk
tissues
from
progenitors
located
in
posterior
embryo.
In
vitro
models
based
on
pluripotent
stem
cells
(PSCs)
replicate
aspects
this
process,
but
they
lack
some
tissue
components
normally
present
trunk.
Most
strikingly,
notochord,
a
hallmark
chordates
source
midline
signals
that
pattern
surrounding
tissues,
is
absent
current
human
formation.
To
investigate
how
formed,
we
performed
single-cell
transcriptomic
analysis
chick
embryos.
This
delineated
molecularly
discrete
progenitor
populations,
which
spatially
locate
embryo,
compare
across
species,
relate
to
signalling
activity.
Guided
by
map,
determined
differentiating
PSCs
develop
stereotypical
spatial
organization
types.
We
found
LATS1/2
repression
YAP
activity,
conjunction
with
FGF-mediated
MAPK
activation,
induced
transcription
factor
Bra/TBXT
facilitated
WNT
signaling.
addition,
inhibiting
WNT-induced
NODAL
BMP
signaling
cascade
at
appropriate
time
regulated
proportions
different
types
produced,
including
notochordal
cells.
used
information
create
an
integrated
3D
model
gastrulation
undergoing
morphogenetic
movements
produce
elongated
structures
notochord
patterned
neural
Together
data
provide
insight
into
mechanisms
responsible
for
comprise
pave
way
future
studies
patterning
tissue-like
environment.
Nature Cell Biology,
Год журнала:
2024,
Номер
26(10), С. 1790 - 1803
Опубликована: Авг. 20, 2024
Abstract
Gastruloids
are
a
powerful
in
vitro
model
of
early
human
development.
However,
although
elongated
and
composed
all
three
germ
layers,
gastruloids
do
not
morphologically
resemble
post-implantation
embryos.
Here
we
show
that
an
pulse
retinoic
acid
(RA),
together
with
later
Matrigel,
robustly
induces
posterior
embryo-like
morphological
structures,
including
neural
tube
flanked
by
segmented
somites
diverse
cell
types,
crest,
progenitors,
renal
progenitors
myocytes.
Through
silico
staging
based
on
single-cell
RNA
sequencing,
find
RA-gastruloids
progress
further
than
other
or
mouse
embryo
models,
aligning
to
E9.5
CS11
cynomolgus
monkey
We
leverage
chemical
genetic
perturbations
confirm
WNT
BMP
signalling
regulate
somite
formation
length
the
context,
while
transcription
factors
TBX6
PAX3
underpin
presomitic
mesoderm
respectively.
Looking
forward,
robust,
scalable
for
decoding
embryogenesis.
ABSTRACT
During
embryogenesis,
organisms
acquire
their
shape
given
boundary
conditions
that
impose
geometrical,
mechanical
and
biochemical
constraints.
A
detailed
integrative
understanding
how
these
morphogenetic
information
modules
pattern
the
mammalian
embryo
is
still
lacking,
mostly
owing
to
inaccessibility
of
in
vivo
for
direct
observation
manipulation.
These
impediments
are
circumvented
by
developmental
engineering
embryo-like
structures
(stembryos)
from
pluripotent
stem
cells
easy
access,
track,
manipulate
scale.
Here,
we
explain
unlocking
distinct
levels
architecture
through
controlled
modulations
cellular
environment
enables
identification
minimal
sets
inputs
necessary
embryo.
We
detail
this
can
be
complemented
with
precise
measurements
manipulations
tissue
biochemistry,
mechanics
geometry
across
spatial
temporal
scales
provide
insights
into
mechanochemical
feedback
loops
governing
morphogenesis.
Finally,
discuss
how,
even
absence
active
manipulations,
stembryos
display
intrinsic
phenotypic
variability
leveraged
define
constraints
ensure
reproducible
morphogenesis
vivo.
Biomedicines,
Год журнала:
2022,
Номер
10(5), С. 965 - 965
Опубликована: Апрель 21, 2022
Neural
tube
defects
(NTDs)
are
the
second
most
common
congenital
malformations
of
humans,
characterized
by
impaired
development
central
nervous
system.
Even
though
etiology
birth
remains
undetermined,
genetic
and
environmental
risk
factors
in
background
NTDs
have
been
identified
extensively
reported.
On
top
nutritional
risks
which
include
mutations
both
coding
non-coding
regions
maternal
folate
status,
respectively,
recent
years
seen
a
rise
identification
variety
teratogens
that
could
be
implicated
NTD
development.
These
polycyclic
aromatic
hydrocarbons,
arsenic,
pesticides,
hyperthermia
antibiotics
as
well
pain
seizure
medication.
With
an
increase
understanding
leading
to
formation,
preventative
treatment
approaches
witnessed
great
advances
throughout
years.
While
approach
includes
folic
acid
food
fortification
suggested
inositol
supplementation,
management
differ
greatly
depending
on
developmental
stage
site
lesion
prenatal
surgery,
stem
cell
transplantation
postnatal
surgery.
Because
still
represent
large
health
financial
burden
for
patient
society
whole,
it
is
crucial
investigate
potential
develop
novel
order
fully
prevent
this
category
disorders.
ACS Applied Bio Materials,
Год журнала:
2021,
Номер
5(1), С. 214 - 224
Опубликована: Дек. 22, 2021
Brain
organoids
are
three-dimensional,
tissue-engineered
neural
models
derived
from
induced
pluripotent
stem
cells
that
enable
studies
of
neurodevelopmental
and
disease
processes.
Mechanical
properties
the
microenvironment
known
to
be
critical
parameters
in
tissue
engineering,
but
mechanical
consequences
encapsulating
matrix
on
brain
organoid
growth
development
remain
undefined.
Here,
Matrigel
was
modified
with
an
interpenetrating
network
(IPN)
alginate,
tune
matrix.
grown
IPNs
were
viable,
characteristic
formation
neuroepithelial
buds.
However,
significantly
restricted
stiffest
tested.
Moreover,
stiffer
matrixes
skewed
cell
populations
toward
mature
neuronal
phenotypes,
fewer
smaller
rosettes.
These
findings
demonstrate
mechanics
culture
environment
important
show
self-organizing
capacity
subsequent
architecture
can
modulated
by
forces
arising
growth-induced
compression
surrounding
This
study
therefore
suggests
carefully
designing
encapsulation
materials
is
a
potential
strategy
direct
maturation
desired
structures.
Experimental & Molecular Medicine,
Год журнала:
2023,
Номер
55(10), С. 2127 - 2137
Опубликована: Окт. 2, 2023
Abstract
Recent
discoveries
in
stem
cell
and
developmental
biology
have
introduced
a
new
era
marked
by
the
generation
of
vitro
models
that
recapitulate
early
mammalian
development,
providing
unprecedented
opportunities
for
extensive
research
embryogenesis.
Here,
we
present
an
overview
current
techniques
model
embryogenesis,
specifically
noting
created
from
cells
derived
two
significant
species:
Homo
sapiens
,
its
high
relevance,
Mus
musculus
historically
common
technically
advanced
organism.
We
aim
to
provide
holistic
understanding
these
tracing
historical
background
progress
made
discussing
fundamental
underlying
principles.
At
each
stage,
corresponding
vivo
embryo
further
discuss
how
may
be
used
diseases.
Through
discussion
as
well
their
potential
applications
future
challenges,
hope
demonstrate
innovative
advances
developed
actualize
clinical
practice.