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Bhattacharjee A, Jana A, Bhattacharjee S, Mitra S, De S, Alghamdi BS, Alam MZ, Mahmoud AB, Al Shareef Z, Abdel-Rahman WM, Woon-Khiong C, Alexiou A, Papadakis M, Ashraf GM. The role of Aquaporins in tumorigenesis: implications for therapeutic development. Cell Commun Signal 2024; 22:106. [PMID: 38336645 PMCID: PMC10854195 DOI: 10.1186/s12964-023-01459-9] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/04/2023] [Accepted: 12/25/2023] [Indexed: 02/12/2024] Open
Abstract
Aquaporins (AQPs) are ubiquitous channel proteins that play a critical role in the homeostasis of the cellular environment by allowing the transit of water, chemicals, and ions. They can be found in many different types of cells and organs, including the lungs, eyes, brain, glands, and blood vessels. By controlling the osmotic water flux in processes like cell growth, energy metabolism, migration, adhesion, and proliferation, AQPs are capable of exerting their regulatory influence over a wide range of cellular processes. Tumour cells of varying sources express AQPs significantly, especially in malignant tumours with a high propensity for metastasis. New insights into the roles of AQPs in cell migration and proliferation reinforce the notion that AQPs are crucial players in tumour biology. AQPs have recently been shown to be a powerful tool in the fight against pathogenic antibodies and metastatic cell migration, despite the fact that the molecular processes of aquaporins in pathology are not entirely established. In this review, we shall discuss the several ways in which AQPs are expressed in the body, the unique roles they play in tumorigenesis, and the novel therapeutic approaches that could be adopted to treat carcinoma.
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- Arkadyuti Bhattacharjee
- Morningside Graduate School of Biomedical Sciences, University of Massachusetts Medical School, Worcester, USA
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- Department of Biological Sciences, National University of Singapore, Singapore, 117558, Singapore
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- KoshKey Sciences Pvt Ltd, Canara Bank Layout, Karnataka, Bengaluru, Rajiv Gandhi Nagar, Kodigehalli, 560065, India
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- KIIT School of Biotechnology, Kalinga Institute of Industrial Technology (KIIT-DU), Bhubaneswar, Odisha, India
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- Department of English, DDE Unit, The University of Burdwan, Golapbag, Burdwan, West Bengal, 713104, India
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- Department of Physiology, Neuroscience Unit, Faculty of Medicine, King Abdulaziz University, Jeddah, Saudi Arabia
- Pre-clinical Research Unit, King Fahd Medical Research Center, King Abdulaziz University, Jeddah, Saudi Arabia
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- Pre-clinical Research Unit, King Fahd Medical Research Center, King Abdulaziz University, Jeddah, Saudi Arabia
- Department of Medical Laboratory Sciences, Faculty of Applied Medical Sciences, King Abdulaziz University, Jeddah, Saudi Arabia
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- College of Applied Medical Sciences, Taibah University, Almadinah, Almunwarah, 71491, Saudi Arabia
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- College of Medicine, and Research Institute for Medical and Health Sciences, Department of Basic Medical Sciences, University of Sharjah, Sharjah, 27272, United Arab Emirates
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- College of Health Sciences, and Research Institute for Medical and Health Sciences, Department of Medical Laboratory Sciences, University of Sharjah, Sharjah, 27272, United Arab Emirates
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- Department of Biological Sciences, National University of Singapore, Singapore, 117558, Singapore.
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- University Centre for Research & Development, Chandigarh University, Chandigarh-Ludhiana Highway, Mohali, Punjab, India
- Department of Research & Development, Funogen, Athens, Greece
- Department of Research & Development, AFNP Med, 1030, Wien, Austria
- Department of Science and Engineering, Novel Global Community Educational Foundation, Hebersham, NSW, 2770, Australia
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- Department of Surgery II, University Hospital Witten-Herdecke, Heusnerstrasse 40, University of Witten-Herdecke, 42283, Wuppertal, Germany.
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- College of Health Sciences, and Research Institute for Medical and Health Sciences, Department of Medical Laboratory Sciences, University of Sharjah, Sharjah, 27272, United Arab Emirates.
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Lee SY, Park JL, Kim K, Bae JS, Kim JY, Kim SY, Jung CK. Identification of NIFTP-Specific mRNA Markers for Reliable Molecular Diagnosis of Thyroid Tumors. Endocr Pathol 2023; 34:311-322. [PMID: 37658903 PMCID: PMC10511606 DOI: 10.1007/s12022-023-09781-1] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 08/03/2023] [Indexed: 09/05/2023]
Abstract
Non-invasive follicular thyroid neoplasm with papillary-like nuclear features (NIFTP) is a low-risk thyroid tumor with a favorable prognosis. Nonetheless, differentiating NIFTP from other thyroid tumors remains challenging, necessitating reliable diagnostic markers. This study is aimed at discovering NIFTP-specific mRNA markers through RNA sequencing analysis of thyroid tumor tissues. We performed mRNA expression profiling for 74 fresh frozen thyroid tissue samples, including NIFTP and benign and malignant follicular-cell-derived tumors. NIFTP/malignant tumors showed 255 downregulated genes and 737 upregulated genes compared to benign tumors. Venn diagram analysis revealed 19 significantly upregulated and 7 downregulated mRNAs in NIFTP. Akaike information criterion analysis allowed us to select OCLN, ZNF423, LYG1, and AQP5 mRNA markers. We subsequently developed a predictive model based on logistic regression analysis using these four mRNAs, which we validated in independent samples (n = 90) using a qRT-PCR assay. This model demonstrated high accuracy in predicting NIFTP in discovery dataset (AUC (area under the receiver operating characteristic) = 0.960) and the validation dataset (AUC = 0.757). Our results suggest that OCLN, ZNF423, LYG1, and AQP5 mRNA markers might serve as reliable molecular markers for identifying NIFTP among other thyroid tumors, ultimately aiding in accurate diagnosis and management of NIFTP patients.
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- So-Yeon Lee
- Personalized Genomic Medicine Research Center, Korea Research Institute of Bioscience and Biotechnology, 34141 Daejeon, Korea
- Graduate School of New Drug Discovery and Development, Chungnam National University, Daejeon, 34134 Korea
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- Personalized Genomic Medicine Research Center, Korea Research Institute of Bioscience and Biotechnology, 34141 Daejeon, Korea
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- Department of Surgery, College of Medicine, The Catholic University of Korea, Seoul, Korea
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- Department of Surgery, College of Medicine, The Catholic University of Korea, Seoul, Korea
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- Personalized Genomic Medicine Research Center, Korea Research Institute of Bioscience and Biotechnology, 34141 Daejeon, Korea
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- Personalized Genomic Medicine Research Center, Korea Research Institute of Bioscience and Biotechnology, 34141 Daejeon, Korea
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- Department of Hospital Pathology, College of Medicine, The Catholic University of Korea, Seoul, Korea
- College of Medicine, Cancer Research Institute, The Catholic University of Korea, Seoul, Korea
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Parascandolo A, Di Tolla MF, Liguoro D, Lecce M, Misso S, Micieli F, Ambrosio MR, Cabaro S, Beguinot F, Pelagalli A, D'Esposito V, Formisano P. Human Platelet-Rich Plasma Regulates Canine Mesenchymal Stem Cell Migration through Aquaporins. Stem Cells Int 2023; 2023:8344259. [PMID: 37223543 PMCID: PMC10202607 DOI: 10.1155/2023/8344259] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/13/2022] [Revised: 04/19/2023] [Accepted: 05/05/2023] [Indexed: 05/25/2023] Open
Abstract
Platelet products are commonly used in regenerative medicine due to their effects on the acceleration and promotion of wound healing, reduction of bleeding, synthesis of new connective tissue, and revascularization. Furthermore, a novel approach for the treatment of damaged tissues, following trauma or other pathological damages, is represented by the use of mesenchymal stem cells (MSCs). In dogs, both platelet-rich plasma (PRP) and MSCs have been suggested to be promising options for subacute skin wounds. However, the collection of canine PRP is not always feasible. In this study, we investigated the effect of human PRP (hPRP) on canine MSCs (cMSCs). We isolated cMSCs and observed that hPRP did not modify the expression levels of the primary class of major histocompatibility complex genes. However, hPRP was able to increase cMSC viability and migration by at least 1.5-fold. hPRP treatment enhanced both Aquaporin (AQP) 1 and AQP5 protein levels, and their inhibition by tetraethylammonium chloride led to a reduction of PRP-induced migration of cMSCs. In conclusion, we have provided evidence that hPRP supports cMSC survival and may promote cell migration, at least through AQP activation. Thus, hPRP may be useful in canine tissue regeneration and repair, placing as a promising tool for veterinary therapeutic approaches.
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- Alessia Parascandolo
- Department of Translational Medical Sciences, University of Naples “Federico II”, Via Pansini 5, 80131 Naples, Italy
- URT “Genomic of Diabetes”, Institute for Experimental Endocrinology and Oncology “G. Salvatore”, National Research Council (IEOS-CNR), Via Pansini 5, 80131 Naples, Italy
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- Department of Translational Medical Sciences, University of Naples “Federico II”, Via Pansini 5, 80131 Naples, Italy
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- Department of Translational Medical Sciences, University of Naples “Federico II”, Via Pansini 5, 80131 Naples, Italy
- URT “Genomic of Diabetes”, Institute for Experimental Endocrinology and Oncology “G. Salvatore”, National Research Council (IEOS-CNR), Via Pansini 5, 80131 Naples, Italy
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- Department of Translational Medical Sciences, University of Naples “Federico II”, Via Pansini 5, 80131 Naples, Italy
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- Unit of Transfusion Medicine, Azienda Sanitaria Locale Caserta, Caserta, Italy
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- Department of Veterinary Medicine and Animal Productions, University of Napoli Federico II, 80137 Naples, Italy
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- Department of Translational Medical Sciences, University of Naples “Federico II”, Via Pansini 5, 80131 Naples, Italy
- URT “Genomic of Diabetes”, Institute for Experimental Endocrinology and Oncology “G. Salvatore”, National Research Council (IEOS-CNR), Via Pansini 5, 80131 Naples, Italy
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- Department of Translational Medical Sciences, University of Naples “Federico II”, Via Pansini 5, 80131 Naples, Italy
- URT “Genomic of Diabetes”, Institute for Experimental Endocrinology and Oncology “G. Salvatore”, National Research Council (IEOS-CNR), Via Pansini 5, 80131 Naples, Italy
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- Department of Translational Medical Sciences, University of Naples “Federico II”, Via Pansini 5, 80131 Naples, Italy
- URT “Genomic of Diabetes”, Institute for Experimental Endocrinology and Oncology “G. Salvatore”, National Research Council (IEOS-CNR), Via Pansini 5, 80131 Naples, Italy
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- Department of Advanced Biomedical Sciences, University of Napoli Federico II, 80131 Naples, Italy
- Institute of Biostructures and Bioimages, National Research Council, 80145 Naples, Italy
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- Department of Translational Medical Sciences, University of Naples “Federico II”, Via Pansini 5, 80131 Naples, Italy
- URT “Genomic of Diabetes”, Institute for Experimental Endocrinology and Oncology “G. Salvatore”, National Research Council (IEOS-CNR), Via Pansini 5, 80131 Naples, Italy
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- Department of Translational Medical Sciences, University of Naples “Federico II”, Via Pansini 5, 80131 Naples, Italy
- URT “Genomic of Diabetes”, Institute for Experimental Endocrinology and Oncology “G. Salvatore”, National Research Council (IEOS-CNR), Via Pansini 5, 80131 Naples, Italy
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Edamana S, Login FH, Riishede A, Dam VS, Tramm T, Nejsum LN. The cell polarity protein Scribble is downregulated by the water channel aquaporin-5 in breast cancer cells. Am J Physiol Cell Physiol 2023; 324:C307-C319. [PMID: 36468842 DOI: 10.1152/ajpcell.00311.2022] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/12/2022]
Abstract
Breast carcinomas originate from cells in the terminal duct-lobular unit. Carcinomas are associated with increased cell proliferation and migration, altered cellular adhesion, as well as loss of epithelial polarity. In breast cancer, aberrant and high levels of aquaporin-5 (AQP5) are associated with increased metastasis, poor prognosis, and cancer recurrence. AQP5 increases the proliferation and migration of cancer cells, and ectopic expression of AQP5 in normal epithelial cells reduces cell-cell adhesion and increases cell detachment and dissemination from migrating cell sheets, the latter via AQP5-mediated activation of the Ras pathway. Here, we investigated if AQP5 also affects cellular polarity by examining the relationship between the essential polarity protein Scribble and AQP5. In tissue samples from invasive lobular and ductal carcinomas, the majority of cells with high AQP5 expression displayed low Scribble levels, indicating an inverse relationship. Probing for interactions via a Glutathione S-transferase pull-down experiment revealed that AQP5 and Scribble interacted. Moreover, overexpression of AQP5 in the breast cancer cell line MCF7 reduced both size and circularity of three-dimensional (3-D) spheroids and induced cell detachment and dissemination from migrating cell sheets. In addition, Scribble levels were reduced. An AQP5 mutant cell line, which cannot activate Ras (AQP5S156A) signaling, displayed unchanged spheroid size and circularity and an intermediate level of Scribble, indicating that the effect of AQP5 on Scribble is, at least in part, dependent on AQP5-mediated activation of Ras. Thus, our results suggest that high AQP5 expression negatively regulates the essential polarity protein Scribble and thus, can affect cellular polarity in breast cancer.
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- Sarannya Edamana
- Department of Clinical Medicine, Aarhus University, Aarhus, Denmark
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- Department of Clinical Medicine, Aarhus University, Aarhus, Denmark
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- Department of Clinical Medicine, Aarhus University, Aarhus, Denmark
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- Department of Clinical Medicine, Aarhus University, Aarhus, Denmark
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- Department of Clinical Medicine, Aarhus University, Aarhus, Denmark.,Department of Pathology, Aarhus University Hospital, Aarhus, Denmark
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- Department of Clinical Medicine, Aarhus University, Aarhus, Denmark
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Schey KL, Gletten RB, O’Neale CVT, Wang Z, Petrova RS, Donaldson PJ. Lens Aquaporins in Health and Disease: Location is Everything! Front Physiol 2022; 13:882550. [PMID: 35514349 PMCID: PMC9062079 DOI: 10.3389/fphys.2022.882550] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/23/2022] [Accepted: 03/23/2022] [Indexed: 01/07/2023] Open
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Cataract and presbyopia are the leading cause of vision loss and impaired vision, respectively, worldwide. Changes in lens biochemistry and physiology with age are responsible for vision impairment, yet the specific molecular changes that underpin such changes are not entirely understood. In order to preserve transparency over decades of life, the lens establishes and maintains a microcirculation system (MCS) that, through spatially localized ion pumps, induces circulation of water and nutrients into (influx) and metabolites out of (outflow and efflux) the lens. Aquaporins (AQPs) are predicted to play important roles in the establishment and maintenance of local and global water flow throughout the lens. This review discusses the structure and function of lens AQPs and, importantly, their spatial localization that is likely key to proper water flow through the MCS. Moreover, age-related changes are detailed and their predicted effects on the MCS are discussed leading to an updated MCS model. Lastly, the potential therapeutic targeting of AQPs for prevention or treatment of cataract and presbyopia is discussed.
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- Kevin L. Schey
- Department of Biochemistry, School of Medicine, Vanderbilt University, Nashville, TN, United States,*Correspondence: Kevin L. Schey,
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- Department of Biochemistry, School of Medicine, Vanderbilt University, Nashville, TN, United States
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- Department of Biochemistry, School of Medicine, Vanderbilt University, Nashville, TN, United States
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- Department of Biochemistry, School of Medicine, Vanderbilt University, Nashville, TN, United States
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- Department of Physiology, School of Medical Sciences, University of Auckland, Auckland, New Zealand
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- Department of Physiology, School of Medical Sciences, University of Auckland, Auckland, New Zealand
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Li Y, Lin M, Wang S, Cao B, Li C, Li G. Novel Angiogenic Regulators and Anti-Angiogenesis Drugs Targeting Angiogenesis Signaling Pathways: Perspectives for Targeting Angiogenesis in Lung Cancer. Front Oncol 2022; 12:842960. [PMID: 35372042 PMCID: PMC8965887 DOI: 10.3389/fonc.2022.842960] [Citation(s) in RCA: 8] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/24/2021] [Accepted: 02/16/2022] [Indexed: 12/20/2022] Open
Abstract
Lung cancer growth is dependent on angiogenesis. In recent years, angiogenesis inhibitors have attracted more and more attention as potential lung cancer treatments. Current anti-angiogenic drugs targeting VEGF or receptor tyrosine kinases mainly inhibit tumor growth by reducing angiogenesis and blocking the energy supply of lung cancer cells. However, these drugs have limited efficiency, raising concerns about limited scope of action and mechanisms of patient resistance to existing drugs. Therefore, current basic research on angiogenic regulators has focused more on screening carcinogenic/anticancer genes, miRNAs, lncRNAs, proteins and other biomolecules capable of regulating the expression of specific targets in angiogenesis signaling pathways. In addition, new uses for existing drugs and new drug delivery systems have received increasing attention. In our article, we analyze the application status and research hotspots of angiogenesis inhibitors in lung cancer treatment as a reference for subsequent mechanistic research and drug development.
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- Yingying Li
- Pharmacy Department, National Cancer Center/National Clinical Research Center for Cancer/Cancer Hospital, Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences and Peking Union Medical College, Beijing, China
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- Pharmacy Department, National Cancer Center/National Clinical Research Center for Cancer/Cancer Hospital, Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences and Peking Union Medical College, Beijing, China
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- Pharmacy Department, National Cancer Center/National Clinical Research Center for Cancer/Cancer Hospital, Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences and Peking Union Medical College, Beijing, China
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- Pharmacy Department, National Cancer Center/National Clinical Research Center for Cancer/Cancer Hospital, Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences and Peking Union Medical College, Beijing, China
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- Pharmacy Department, National Cancer Center/National Clinical Research Center for Cancer/Cancer Hospital, Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences and Peking Union Medical College, Beijing, China
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- Pharmacy Department, National Cancer Center/National Clinical Research Center for Cancer/Cancer Hospital, Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences and Peking Union Medical College, Beijing, China
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Chen CJ, Kao MH, Alvarado NAS, Ye YM, Tseng HY. Microfluidic Determination of Distinct Membrane Transport Properties between Lung Adenocarcinoma Cells CL1-0 and CL1-5. BIOSENSORS 2022; 12:bios12040199. [PMID: 35448259 PMCID: PMC9030283 DOI: 10.3390/bios12040199] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/27/2022] [Revised: 03/19/2022] [Accepted: 03/25/2022] [Indexed: 11/16/2022]
Abstract
The cell membrane permeability of a cell type to water (Lp) and cryoprotective agents (Ps), is the key factor that determines the optimal cooling and mass transportation during cryopreservation. The human lung adenocarcinoma cell line, CL1, has been widely used to study the invasive capabilities or drug resistance of lung cancer cells. Therefore, providing accurate databases of the mass transport properties of this specific cell line can be crucial for facilitating either flexible and optimal preservation, or supply. In this study, utilizing our previously proposed noncontact-based micro-vortex system, we focused on comparing the permeability phenomenon between CL1-0 and its more invasive subline, CL1-5, under several different ambient temperatures. Through the assay procedure, the cells of favor were virtually trapped in a hydrodynamic circulation to provide direct inspection using a high-speed camera, and the images were then processed to achieve the observation of a cell’s volume change with respect to time, and in turn, the permeability. Based on the noncontact nature of our system, we were able to manifest more accurate results than their contact-based counterparts, excluding errors involved in estimating the cell geometry. As the results in this experiment showed, the transport phenomena in the CL1-0 and CL1-5 cell lines are mainly composed of simple diffusion through the lipid bilayer, except for the case where CL1-5 were suspended in the cryoprotective agent (CPA) solution, which also demonstrated higher Ps values. The deviated behavior of CL1-5 might be a consequence of the altered expression of aquaporins and the coupling of a cryoprotective agent and water, and has given a vision on possible studies over these properties, and their potential relationship to invasiveness and metastatic stability of the CL1 cell line.
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Lin G, Chen L, Lin L, Lin H, Guo Z, Xu Y, Hu C, Fu J, Lin Q, Chen W, Zeng Y, Xu Y. Comprehensive Analysis of Aquaporin Superfamily in Lung Adenocarcinoma. Front Mol Biosci 2021; 8:736367. [PMID: 34708074 PMCID: PMC8542973 DOI: 10.3389/fmolb.2021.736367] [Citation(s) in RCA: 8] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/05/2021] [Accepted: 08/25/2021] [Indexed: 12/25/2022] Open
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Background: Lung adenocarcinoma (LUAD) is the most predomintnt lung cancer subtype with increasing morbidity and mortality. Previous studies have shown that aquaporin (AQP) family genes were correlated with tumor progression and metastasis in several kinds of malignancies. However, their biological behaviors and prognostic values in LUAD have not been comprehensively elucidated. Methods: RNA sequencing and real-time reverse transcription PCR (RT-PCR) were used to assess AQP1/3/4/5 gene expressions in LUAD patients using GEPIA and UALCAN databases. And then Kaplan–Meier analysis, cBioPortal, Metascape, GeneMANIA, TISIDB, and TIMER were utilized to determine the prognostic value, mutation frequency, and immune cell infiltration of AQP family members in LUAD. Results: We found that AQP3 expression was significantly elevated and AQP1 expression was markedly reduced in LUAD patients, whereas the expression levels of AQP4 and AQP5 exhibited no significant changes. The Kaplan–Meier survival analysis indicated that the higher expressions of AQP1/4/5 were related to longer overall survival (OS). Of interest, AQP3 was significantly correlated with the clinical tumor stage and lower AQP3 expression showed favorable prognosis in stage I LUAD patients, which indicated that AQP3 may be a potential prognostic biomarker for patients. Through functional enrichment analysis, the functions of these four AQPs genes were mainly involved in the passive transport by aquaporins, water homeostasis, and protein tetramerization. Moreover, AQP1/3/4/5 expression was strongly associated with tumor-infiltrating lymphocytes (TILs) in LUAD. Conclusion: AQP3 can be used as a prognosis and survival biomarker for stage I LUAD. These findings may provide novel insights into developing molecular targeted therapies in LUAD.
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- Guofu Lin
- Department of Respiratory Pulmonary and Critical Care Medicine, The Second Affiliated Hospital of Fujian Medical University, Quanzhou, China.,Respiratory Medicine Center of Fujian Province, Quanzhou, China.,The Second Clinical College, Fujian Medical University, Fuzhou, China
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- Department of Respiratory Pulmonary and Critical Care Medicine, The Second Affiliated Hospital of Fujian Medical University, Quanzhou, China.,Respiratory Medicine Center of Fujian Province, Quanzhou, China.,The Second Clinical College, Fujian Medical University, Fuzhou, China
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- Department of Respiratory Pulmonary and Critical Care Medicine, The Second Affiliated Hospital of Fujian Medical University, Quanzhou, China.,Respiratory Medicine Center of Fujian Province, Quanzhou, China.,The Second Clinical College, Fujian Medical University, Fuzhou, China
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- Department of Respiratory Pulmonary and Critical Care Medicine, The Second Affiliated Hospital of Fujian Medical University, Quanzhou, China.,Respiratory Medicine Center of Fujian Province, Quanzhou, China.,The Second Clinical College, Fujian Medical University, Fuzhou, China
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- Department of Respiratory Pulmonary and Critical Care Medicine, The Second Affiliated Hospital of Fujian Medical University, Quanzhou, China.,Respiratory Medicine Center of Fujian Province, Quanzhou, China.,The Second Clinical College, Fujian Medical University, Fuzhou, China
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- Department of Respiratory Pulmonary and Critical Care Medicine, The Second Affiliated Hospital of Fujian Medical University, Quanzhou, China.,Respiratory Medicine Center of Fujian Province, Quanzhou, China.,The Second Clinical College, Fujian Medical University, Fuzhou, China
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- Department of Epidemiology and Health Statistics, Fujian Provincial Key Laboratory of Environment Factors and Cancer, School of Public Health, Fujian Medical University, Fuzhou, China
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- Department of Respiratory Pulmonary and Critical Care Medicine, The Second Affiliated Hospital of Fujian Medical University, Quanzhou, China.,Respiratory Medicine Center of Fujian Province, Quanzhou, China
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- Department of Respiratory Pulmonary and Critical Care Medicine, The Second Affiliated Hospital of Fujian Medical University, Quanzhou, China.,Respiratory Medicine Center of Fujian Province, Quanzhou, China
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- Department of Respiratory Pulmonary and Critical Care Medicine, The Second Affiliated Hospital of Fujian Medical University, Quanzhou, China.,Respiratory Medicine Center of Fujian Province, Quanzhou, China.,The Second Clinical College, Fujian Medical University, Fuzhou, China
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- Department of Respiratory Pulmonary and Critical Care Medicine, The Second Affiliated Hospital of Fujian Medical University, Quanzhou, China.,Respiratory Medicine Center of Fujian Province, Quanzhou, China
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- Department of Respiratory Pulmonary and Critical Care Medicine, The Second Affiliated Hospital of Fujian Medical University, Quanzhou, China.,Respiratory Medicine Center of Fujian Province, Quanzhou, China
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Zannetti A, Benga G, Brunetti A, Napolitano F, Avallone L, Pelagalli A. Role of Aquaporins in the Physiological Functions of Mesenchymal Stem Cells. Cells 2020; 9:cells9122678. [PMID: 33322145 PMCID: PMC7763964 DOI: 10.3390/cells9122678] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/06/2020] [Revised: 12/09/2020] [Accepted: 12/11/2020] [Indexed: 12/13/2022] Open
Abstract
Aquaporins (AQPs) are a family of membrane water channel proteins that control osmotically-driven water transport across cell membranes. Recent studies have focused on the assessment of fluid flux regulation in relation to the biological processes that maintain mesenchymal stem cell (MSC) physiology. In particular, AQPs seem to regulate MSC proliferation through rapid regulation of the cell volume. Furthermore, several reports have shown that AQPs play a crucial role in modulating MSC attachment to the extracellular matrix, their spread, and migration. Shedding light on how AQPs are able to regulate MSC physiological functions can increase our knowledge of their biological behaviours and improve their application in regenerative and reparative medicine.
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- Antonella Zannetti
- Institute of Biostructure and Bioimaging, CNR, Via T. De Amicis 95, 80145 Naples, Italy
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- Romanian Academy, Cluj-Napoca Branch, Strada Republicii 9, 400015 Cluj-Napoca, Romania
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- Department of Advanced Biomedical Sciences, University of Naples Federico II, via Pansini 5, 80131 Naples, Italy
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- Department of Veterinary Medicine and Animal Production, University of Naples Federico II, via Veterinaria 1, 80137 Naples, Italy
- CEINGE-Biotecnologie Avanzate, Via Gaetano Salvatore 486, 80145 Naples, Italy
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- Department of Veterinary Medicine and Animal Production, University of Naples Federico II, via Veterinaria 1, 80137 Naples, Italy
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- Institute of Biostructure and Bioimaging, CNR, Via T. De Amicis 95, 80145 Naples, Italy
- Department of Advanced Biomedical Sciences, University of Naples Federico II, via Pansini 5, 80131 Naples, Italy
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Yadav E, Yadav N, Hus A, Yadav JS. Aquaporins in lung health and disease: Emerging roles, regulation, and clinical implications. Respir Med 2020; 174:106193. [PMID: 33096317 DOI: 10.1016/j.rmed.2020.106193] [Citation(s) in RCA: 27] [Impact Index Per Article: 6.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/28/2020] [Revised: 08/17/2020] [Accepted: 10/13/2020] [Indexed: 12/16/2022]
Abstract
Aquaporins (AQPs) aka water channels are a family of conserved transmembrane proteins (~30 kDa monomers) expressed in various organ systems. Of the 13 AQPs (AQP0 through AQP12) in the human body, four (AQPs 1, 3, 4, and 5) are expressed in the respiratory system. These channels are conventionally known for mediating transcellular fluid movements. Certain AQPs (aquaglyceroporins) have the capability to transport glycerol and potentially other solutes. There is an emerging body of literature unveiling the non-conventional roles of AQPs such as in cell proliferation and migration, gas permeation, signal potentiation, etc. Initial gene knock-out studies established a physiological role for lung AQPs, particularly AQP5, in maintaining homeostasis, by mediating fluid secretion from submucosal glands onto the airway surface liquid (ASL) lining. Subsequent studies have highlighted the functional significance of AQPs, particularly AQP1 and AQP5 in lung pathophysiology and diseases, including but not limited to chronic and acute lung injury, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), other inflammatory lung conditions, and lung cancer. AQP1 has been suggested as a potential prognostic marker for malignant mesothelioma. Recent efforts are directed toward exploiting AQPs as targets for diagnosis, prevention, intervention, and/or treatment of various lung conditions. Emerging information on regulatory pathways and directed mechanistic research are posited to unravel novel strategies for these clinical implications. Future considerations should focus on development of AQP inhibitors, blockers, and modulators for therapeutic needs, and better understanding the role of lung-specific AQPs in inter-individual susceptibility to chronic lung diseases such as COPD and cancer.
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Affiliation(s)
- Ekta Yadav
- Department of Physiology and Biophysics, Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine, Cleveland, OH, 44106, USA.
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- Medical Scientist Training Program, University of Virginia School of Medicine, Charlottesville, VA, 22908-0738, USA
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- Department of Biology, University of Miami, Coral Gables, Florida, 33146, USA
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- Department of Environmental and Public Health Sciences, University of Cincinnati College of Medicine, Cincinnati, OH, 45267, USA.
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Hermanowicz JM, Kwiatkowska I, Pawlak D. Important players in carcinogenesis as potential targets in cancer therapy: an update. Oncotarget 2020; 11:3078-3101. [PMID: 32850012 PMCID: PMC7429179 DOI: 10.18632/oncotarget.27689] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/02/2020] [Accepted: 07/14/2020] [Indexed: 02/07/2023] Open
Abstract
The development of cancer is a problem that has accompanied mankind for years. The growing number of cases, emerging drug resistance, and the need to reduce the serious side effects of pharmacotherapy are forcing scientists to better understand the complex mechanisms responsible for the initiation, promotion, and progression of the disease. This paper discusses the modulation of the particular stages of carcinogenesis by selected physiological factors, including: acetylcholine (ACh), peroxisome proliferator-activated receptors (PPAR), fatty acid-binding proteins (FABPs), Bruton's tyrosine kinase (Btk), aquaporins (AQPs), insulin-like growth factor-2 (IGF-2), and exosomes. Understanding their role may contribute to the development of more effective and safer therapies based on new binding sites.
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- Justyna Magdalena Hermanowicz
- Department of Pharmacodynamics, Medical University of Bialystok, Mickiewicza, Bialystok, Poland
- Department of Clinical Pharmacy, Medical University of Bialystok, Mickiewicza, Bialystok, Poland
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- Department of Pharmacodynamics, Medical University of Bialystok, Mickiewicza, Bialystok, Poland
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- Department of Pharmacodynamics, Medical University of Bialystok, Mickiewicza, Bialystok, Poland
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