Frontiers in Immunology,
Год журнала:
2024,
Номер
15
Опубликована: Ноя. 29, 2024
The
Suppressor
of
Cytokine
Signalling
(SOCS)
protein
family
play
a
critical
role
in
cytokine
signalling
and
regulation
the
JAK/STAT
pathway
with
functional
consequences
to
immune
response.
Members
this
are
implicated
multiple
different
cascades
that
drive
autoimmune
diseases
cancer,
through
their
binding
phosphotyrosine
modified
proteins
as
well
ubiquitination
activity
part
Cullin5
RING
E3
ligases.
Here
we
review
SOCS
members
CISH
SOCS1-SOCS7,
focus
on
complex
immunity.
interactome
network
is
discussed,
intricate
mechanisms
which
alter
manage
system
assessed.
We
offer
structural
insights
into
how
engage
interacting
partners
native
substrates
at
protein-protein
interaction
level.
describe
knowledge
has
enabled
drug
discovery
efforts
date
propose
strategies
for
therapeutic
intervention
using
small
molecules,
either
via
direct
inhibition
or
leveraging
ligase
targeted
degradation.
Abstract
Janus
Kinases
(JAKs)
play
a
crucial
role
as
therapeutic
targets
for
various
cancers.
However,
the
current
JAK
inhibitors
(JAKi)
available
have
limited
benefits
due
to
their
lack
of
selectivity.
This
review
focuses
on
structural
analysis
elucidate
molecular
determinants
JAKs
specificity
and
discovery
design
selective
JAKi.
It
includes
descriptions
comparison
different
structures
binding
sites,
comparative
JAKi
modes,
detailed
interaction
fingerprints
(IFPs),
an
extensive
structure‐selectivity
relationship
(SSRs).
Moreover,
also
explores
challenges
possibilities
using
computational
structure‐based
methods
discovering
designing
Other
approaches,
such
targeting
pseudokinase
domain,
well
covalent
allosteric
designs,
are
covered.
Based
this
analysis,
key
corresponding
rational
medicinal
chemistry
strategies
proposed
facilitate
development
highly
Overall,
we
aim
enhance
understanding
explore
that
can
lead
effective
in
cancer
therapy,
thus
improving
prognosis
patients.
Brain Research Bulletin,
Год журнала:
2024,
Номер
213, С. 110988 - 110988
Опубликована: Май 27, 2024
SOCS
(Suppressor
of
Cytokine
Signalling)
proteins
are
intracellular
negative
regulators
that
primarily
modulate
and
inhibit
cytokine-mediated
signal
transduction,
playing
a
crucial
role
in
immune
homeostasis
related
inflammatory
diseases.
act
as
inhibitors
by
regulating
the
Janus
kinase-signal
transducer
activator
transcription
(JAK-STAT)
signaling
pathway,
thereby
intervening
pathogenesis
inflammation
autoimmune
Recent
studies
have
also
demonstrated
their
involvement
central
immunity
neuroinflammation,
showing
dual
functionality.
However,
specific
mechanisms
nervous
system
remain
unclear.
This
review
thoroughly
elucidates
linking
SOCS-JAK-STAT
pathway
with
manifestations
neurodegenerative
Based
on
this,
it
proposes
theory
can
regulate
JAK-STAT
occurrence
neuroinflammation.
Additionally,
this
explores
detail
current
therapeutic
landscape
potential
targeting
brain
via
for
offering
insights
into
targets
treatment
Helicobacter
pylori
(H.
pylori)
colonizes
the
stomach
and
leads
to
secretion
of
a
vast
range
cytokines
by
infiltrated
leukocytes
directing
immune/inflammatory
response
against
bacterium.
To
regulate
responses,
suppressors
cytokine
signaling
(SOCS)
proteins
bind
multiple
components
located
downstream
receptors,
such
as
Janus
kinase
(JAK),
signal
transducers
activators
transcription
(STAT).
Dysfunctional
SOCS
in
immune
cells
may
facilitate
evasion
H.
pylori,
allowing
bacteria
induce
chronic
inflammation.
Dysregulation
expression
function
can
contribute
sustained
pylori-mediated
gastric
inflammation
which
lead
cancer
(GC)
development.
Among
molecules,
dysregulated
SOCS1,
SOCS2,
SOCS3,
SOCS6
were
indicated
pylori-infected
individuals
well
GC
tissues
cells.
pylori-induced
dysregulation
The
molecules
be
influenced
various
factors,
epigenetic
DNA
methylation,
noncoding
RNAs,
gene
polymorphisms.
Modulation
epithelial
considered
control
carcinogenesis
antitumor
respectively.
This
review
aimed
explain
interplay
between
development
induction
provide
insights
regarding
potential
therapeutic
strategies
modulating
molecules.
Frontiers in Pharmacology,
Год журнала:
2025,
Номер
16
Опубликована: Фев. 19, 2025
The
underlying
cause
of
psoriasis,
a
chronic
inflammatory
skin
condition
driven
by
an
immune
response,
remains
topic
active
investigation
and
is
not
yet
fully
elucidated.
Recent
studies
have
revealed
that
ergothioneine,
small
molecule
sulfur-containing
histidine
derivative
can
be
ingested
from
the
daily
diet
accumulated
in
body,
exhibits
antioxidant
capacity
comparable
to
glutathione.
Nevertheless,
there
paucity
empirical
data
concerning
precise
impact
ergothioneine
context
anti-inflammatory
processes,
particularly
psoriasis.
In
light
aforementioned
considerations,
present
study
was
undertaken
with
objective
conducting
comprehensive
evaluation
potential
(EGT)
investigate
its
on
pathogenesis
efficacy
EGT
reducing
extent
dorsal
lesions
psoriasis
model
mice
confirmed
through
vivo
experimental
observation.
Furthermore,
inhibitory
effect
responses
at
cellular
level
investigated,
specifically
LPS-induced
mouse
macrophage
(RAW264.7)
human
keratinocyte-forming
cell
(HaCaT)
models.
results
demonstrated
introduction
different
concentrations
into
resulted
notable
effects,
as
evidenced
reduction
dose
dependent
decline
key
cytokines,
including
interleukin-1β
(IL-1β),
cyclooxygenase-2
(COX-2)
tumour
necrosis
factor-α
(TNF-α).
observed
reverse
LPS
induced
increase
ratio
M1
M2
macrophages.
also
markedly
suppress
phosphorylation
JAK/STAT3
NF-κB,
offering
novel
insight
mechanism
EGT.
conclusion,
findings
consistently
had
significant
ameliorative
imiquimod-induced
modulating
NF-κB/JAK-STAT3
signalling
pathway.
This
provides
strong
rationale
for
application
treatment.
Pharmaceuticals,
Год журнала:
2025,
Номер
18(3), С. 293 - 293
Опубликована: Фев. 21, 2025
Retinal
models
play
a
pivotal
role
in
translational
drug
development,
bridging
preclinical
research
and
therapeutic
applications
for
both
ocular
systemic
diseases.
This
review
highlights
the
retina
as
an
ideal
organ
studying
advanced
therapies,
thanks
to
its
immune
privilege,
vascular
neuronal
networks,
accessibility,
imaging
capabilities.
Preclinical
retinal
disease
offer
unparalleled
insights
into
inflammation,
angiogenesis,
fibrosis,
hypoxia,
utilizing
clinically
translatable
bioimaging
tools
like
fundoscopy,
optical
coherence
tomography,
confocal
scanning
laser
ophthalmoscopy,
fluorescein
angiography,
optokinetic
tracking,
electroretinography.
These
have
driven
innovations
anti-inflammatory,
anti-angiogenic,
neuroprotective
strategies,
with
broader
implications
diseases
such
rheumatoid
arthritis,
Alzheimer’s,
fibrosis-related
conditions.
By
emphasizing
integration
of
3Rs
principles
novel
modalities,
this
how
not
only
enhances
precision
but
also
minimizes
ethical
concerns,
paving
way
more
predictive
human-relevant
approaches
development.
Frontiers in Immunology,
Год журнала:
2025,
Номер
16
Опубликована: Март 24, 2025
Methyltransferase-like
3
(METTL3)
plays
a
crucial
role
in
post-transcriptional
gene
regulation.
Substantial
evidence
links
METTL3
to
various
immune
dysfunctions,
such
as
the
suppression
of
antiviral
immunity
during
viral
infections
and
disruption
tolerance
conditions
like
autoimmune
diseases,
myeloid
leukemia,
skin
cancers,
anticancer
immunotherapy.
However,
thorough
review
analysis
this
is
currently
missing,
which
limits
understanding
METTL3’s
mechanisms
significance
dysfunctions.
This
aims
elucidate
roles
these
issues,
highlighting
its
connections
proposing
new
insights
into
modulation
responses.
Analysis
results
suggest
that
hampers
immunity,
worsens
replication
infection,
disrupts
tolerance;
conversely,
regulating
enhances
facilitates
clearance.
Moreover,
clinical
data
corroborates
findings,
showing
overexpression
associated
with
increased
susceptibility
conditions.
establishes
theoretical
basis
for
considering
novel
regulator,
an
important
diagnostic
biomarker,
potential
target
treating
Reviews in Cardiovascular Medicine,
Год журнала:
2025,
Номер
26(3)
Опубликована: Март 12, 2025
Cardiovascular
diseases
continue
to
be
the
primary
cause
of
mortality
in
industrialised
countries,
and
atherosclerosis
plays
a
role
their
development.
A
persistent
inflammatory
condition
affecting
big
medium-sized
arteries
is
known
as
atherosclerosis.
It
brought
on
by
dyslipidemia
facilitated
immune
system's
innate
adaptive
components.
At
every
stage
progression
atherosclerosis,
inflammation
crucial
role.
has
been
demonstrated
that
soluble
factors,
or
cytokines,
activate
cells
involved
pathophysiology
have
significant
impact
disease
progression.
Anti-inflammatory
cytokines
(such
interleukin
(IL)-5
IL-13)
mitigate
whereas
pro-inflammatory
IL-1,
IL-6)
quicken
disease's
course.
Of
interest
fact
number
can
exhibit
both
atherogenic
atheroprotective
properties,
which
topic
study
discussion
this
review.
This
review
provides
comparative
analysis
functions
main
pathogenesis
Their
functional
relationships
with
each
other
are
also
shown.
In
addition,
potential
therapeutic
strategies
targeting
these
for
treatment
proposed,
an
emphasis
recent
clinical
research
area.
ABSTRACT
Signal
transducer
and
activator
of
transcription
3
(STAT3)
is
a
critical
factor
involved
in
multiple
physiological
pathological
processes.
While
STAT3
plays
an
essential
role
homeostasis,
its
persistent
activation
has
been
implicated
the
pathogenesis
various
diseases,
particularly
cancer,
bone‐related
autoimmune
disorders,
inflammatory
cardiovascular
neurodegenerative
conditions.
The
interleukin‐6/Janus
kinase
(JAK)/STAT3
signaling
axis
central
to
activation,
influencing
tumor
microenvironment
remodeling,
angiogenesis,
immune
evasion,
therapy
resistance.
Despite
extensive
research,
precise
mechanisms
underlying
dysregulated
disease
progression
remain
incompletely
understood,
no
United
States
Food
Drug
Administration
(USFDA)‐approved
direct
inhibitors
currently
exist.
This
review
provides
comprehensive
evaluation
STAT3's
health
disease,
emphasizing
involvement
cancer
stem
cell
maintenance,
metastasis,
inflammation,
drug
We
systematically
discuss
therapeutic
strategies,
including
JAK
(tofacitinib,
ruxolitinib),
Src
Homology
2
domain
(S3I‐201,
STATTIC),
antisense
oligonucleotides
(AZD9150),
nanomedicine‐based
delivery
systems,
which
enhance
specificity
bioavailability
while
reducing
toxicity.
By
integrating
molecular
mechanisms,
pathology,
emerging
interventions,
this
fills
knowledge
gap
STAT3‐targeted
therapy.
Our
insights
into
crosstalk,
epigenetic
regulation,
resistance
offer
foundation
for
developing
next‐generation
with
greater
clinical
efficacy
translational
potential.
Frontiers in Immunology,
Год журнала:
2024,
Номер
15
Опубликована: Апрель 22, 2024
The
discovery
of
Suppressor
Cytokine
Signaling
1
(SOCS1)
in
1997
marked
a
significant
milestone
understanding
the
regulation
Janus
kinase/Signal
transducer
and
activator
transcription
(JAK/STAT)
signaling
pathways.
Subsequent
research
deciphered
its
cellular
functions,
recent
insights
into
SOCS1
deficiencies
humans
underscored
critical
role
immune
regulation.
In
humans,
SOCS-haploinsufficiency
(SOCS1-HI)
presents
diverse
clinical
spectrum,
encompassing
autoimmune
diseases,
infection
susceptibility,
cancer.
Variability
disease
manifestation,
even
within
families
sharing
same
genetic
variant,
raises
questions
about
penetrance
need
for
individualized
treatments.
Current
therapeutic
strategies
include
JAK
inhibition,
with
promising
results
controlling
inflammation
SOCS1-HI
patients.
Hematopoietic
stem
cell
transplantation
gene
therapy
emerge
as
avenues
curative
evolving
landscape
research,
emphasizes
nuanced
variants
their
functional
consequences.