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Li X, Chen RY, Shi JJ, Li CY, Liu YJ, Gao C, Gao MR, Zhang S, Lu JF, Cao JF, Yang GJ, Chen J. Emerging role of Jumonji domain-containing protein D3 in inflammatory diseases. J Pharm Anal 2024; 14:100978. [PMID: 39315124 PMCID: PMC11417268 DOI: 10.1016/j.jpha.2024.100978] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/18/2023] [Revised: 04/10/2024] [Accepted: 04/15/2024] [Indexed: 09/25/2024] Open
Abstract
Jumonji domain-containing protein D3 (JMJD3) is a 2-oxoglutarate-dependent dioxygenase that specifically removes transcriptional repression marks di- and tri-methylated groups from lysine 27 on histone 3 (H3K27me2/3). The erasure of these marks leads to the activation of some associated genes, thereby influencing various biological processes, such as development, differentiation, and immune response. However, comprehensive descriptions regarding the relationship between JMJD3 and inflammation are lacking. Here, we provide a comprehensive overview of JMJD3, including its structure, functions, and involvement in inflammatory pathways. In addition, we summarize the evidence supporting JMJD3's role in several inflammatory diseases, as well as the potential therapeutic applications of JMJD3 inhibitors. Additionally, we also discuss the challenges and opportunities associated with investigating the functions of JMJD3 and developing targeted inhibitors and propose feasible solutions to provide valuable insights into the functional exploration and discovery of potential drugs targeting JMJD3 for inflammatory diseases.
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- Xiang Li
- State Key Laboratory for Managing Biotic and Chemical Threats to the Quality and Safety of Agro-products, Ningbo University, Ningbo, Zhejiang, 315211, China
- Laboratory of Biochemistry and Molecular Biology, School of Marine Sciences, Ningbo University, Ningbo, Zhejiang, 315211, China
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- State Key Laboratory for Managing Biotic and Chemical Threats to the Quality and Safety of Agro-products, Ningbo University, Ningbo, Zhejiang, 315211, China
- Laboratory of Biochemistry and Molecular Biology, School of Marine Sciences, Ningbo University, Ningbo, Zhejiang, 315211, China
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- State Key Laboratory for Managing Biotic and Chemical Threats to the Quality and Safety of Agro-products, Ningbo University, Ningbo, Zhejiang, 315211, China
- Laboratory of Biochemistry and Molecular Biology, School of Marine Sciences, Ningbo University, Ningbo, Zhejiang, 315211, China
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- State Key Laboratory for Managing Biotic and Chemical Threats to the Quality and Safety of Agro-products, Ningbo University, Ningbo, Zhejiang, 315211, China
- Laboratory of Biochemistry and Molecular Biology, School of Marine Sciences, Ningbo University, Ningbo, Zhejiang, 315211, China
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- State Key Laboratory for Managing Biotic and Chemical Threats to the Quality and Safety of Agro-products, Ningbo University, Ningbo, Zhejiang, 315211, China
- Laboratory of Biochemistry and Molecular Biology, School of Marine Sciences, Ningbo University, Ningbo, Zhejiang, 315211, China
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- State Key Laboratory for Managing Biotic and Chemical Threats to the Quality and Safety of Agro-products, Ningbo University, Ningbo, Zhejiang, 315211, China
- Laboratory of Biochemistry and Molecular Biology, School of Marine Sciences, Ningbo University, Ningbo, Zhejiang, 315211, China
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- State Key Laboratory for Managing Biotic and Chemical Threats to the Quality and Safety of Agro-products, Ningbo University, Ningbo, Zhejiang, 315211, China
- Laboratory of Biochemistry and Molecular Biology, School of Marine Sciences, Ningbo University, Ningbo, Zhejiang, 315211, China
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- Ningbo No. 2 Hospital, Ningbo, Zhejiang, 315211, China
- China Ningbo Institute of Life and Health Industry, University of Chinese Academy of Sciences, Ningbo, Zhejiang, 315211, China
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- State Key Laboratory for Managing Biotic and Chemical Threats to the Quality and Safety of Agro-products, Ningbo University, Ningbo, Zhejiang, 315211, China
- Laboratory of Biochemistry and Molecular Biology, School of Marine Sciences, Ningbo University, Ningbo, Zhejiang, 315211, China
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- State Key Laboratory for Managing Biotic and Chemical Threats to the Quality and Safety of Agro-products, Ningbo University, Ningbo, Zhejiang, 315211, China
- Laboratory of Biochemistry and Molecular Biology, School of Marine Sciences, Ningbo University, Ningbo, Zhejiang, 315211, China
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- State Key Laboratory for Managing Biotic and Chemical Threats to the Quality and Safety of Agro-products, Ningbo University, Ningbo, Zhejiang, 315211, China
- Laboratory of Biochemistry and Molecular Biology, School of Marine Sciences, Ningbo University, Ningbo, Zhejiang, 315211, China
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- State Key Laboratory for Managing Biotic and Chemical Threats to the Quality and Safety of Agro-products, Ningbo University, Ningbo, Zhejiang, 315211, China
- Laboratory of Biochemistry and Molecular Biology, School of Marine Sciences, Ningbo University, Ningbo, Zhejiang, 315211, China
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Yamamoto W, Hamada T, Suzuki J, Matsuoka Y, Omori-Miyake M, Kuwahara M, Matsumoto A, Nomura S, Konishi A, Yorozuya T, Yamashita M. Suppressive effect of the anesthetic propofol on the T cell function and T cell-dependent immune responses. Sci Rep 2024; 14:19337. [PMID: 39164311 PMCID: PMC11336218 DOI: 10.1038/s41598-024-69987-z] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/27/2024] [Accepted: 08/12/2024] [Indexed: 08/22/2024] Open
Abstract
General anesthesia is thought to suppress the immune system and negatively affect postoperative infection and the long-term prognosis of cancer. However, the mechanism underlying immunosuppression induced by general anesthetics remains unclear. In this study, we focused on propofol, which is widely used for sedation under general anesthesia and intensive care and examined its effects on the T cell function and T cell-dependent immune responses. We found that propofol suppressed T cell glycolytic metabolism, differentiation into effector T cells, and cytokine production by effector T cells. CD8 T cells activated and differentiated into effector cells in the presence of propofol in vitro showed reduced antitumor activity. Furthermore, propofol treatment suppressed the increase in the number of antigen-specific CD8 T cells during Listeria infection. In contrast, the administration of propofol improved inflammatory conditions in mouse models of inflammatory diseases, such as OVA-induced allergic airway inflammation, hapten-induced contact dermatitis, and experimental allergic encephalomyelitis. These results suggest that propofol may reduce tumor and infectious immunity by suppressing the T cell function and T cell-dependent immune responses while improving the pathogenesis and prognosis of chronic inflammatory diseases by suppressing inflammation.
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- Waichi Yamamoto
- Department of Anesthesia and Perioperative Medicine, Graduate School of Medicine, Ehime University, Shitsukawa 454, Toon City, Ehime, 791-0295, Japan
- Department of Immunology, Graduate School of Medicine, Ehime University, Shitsukawa 454, Toon City, Ehime, 791-0295, Japan
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- Department of Anesthesia and Perioperative Medicine, Graduate School of Medicine, Ehime University, Shitsukawa 454, Toon City, Ehime, 791-0295, Japan
- Department of Immunology, Graduate School of Medicine, Ehime University, Shitsukawa 454, Toon City, Ehime, 791-0295, Japan
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- Department of Immunology, Graduate School of Medicine, Ehime University, Shitsukawa 454, Toon City, Ehime, 791-0295, Japan
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- Translational Research Center, Ehime University Hospital, Ehime University, Shitsukawa 454, Toon City, Ehime, 791-0295, Japan
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- Department of Infections and Host Defenses, Graduate School of Medicine, Ehime University, Shitsukawa 454, Toon City, Ehime, 791-0295, Japan
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- Department of Immunology, Graduate School of Medicine, Ehime University, Shitsukawa 454, Toon City, Ehime, 791-0295, Japan
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- Department of Immunology, Graduate School of Medicine, Ehime University, Shitsukawa 454, Toon City, Ehime, 791-0295, Japan
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- Department of Immuno-Drug Chemistry, Graduate School of Medicine, Ehime University, Shitsukawa 454, Toon City, Ehime, 791-0295, Japan
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- Department of Anesthesia and Perioperative Medicine, Graduate School of Medicine, Ehime University, Shitsukawa 454, Toon City, Ehime, 791-0295, Japan
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- Department of Anesthesia and Perioperative Medicine, Graduate School of Medicine, Ehime University, Shitsukawa 454, Toon City, Ehime, 791-0295, Japan
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- Department of Immunology, Graduate School of Medicine, Ehime University, Shitsukawa 454, Toon City, Ehime, 791-0295, Japan.
- Translational Research Center, Ehime University Hospital, Ehime University, Shitsukawa 454, Toon City, Ehime, 791-0295, Japan.
- Department of Infections and Host Defenses, Graduate School of Medicine, Ehime University, Shitsukawa 454, Toon City, Ehime, 791-0295, Japan.
- Department of Immuno-Drug Chemistry, Graduate School of Medicine, Ehime University, Shitsukawa 454, Toon City, Ehime, 791-0295, Japan.
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Yue Y, Ren Y, Lu C, Li P, Zhang G. Epigenetic regulation of human FOXP3+ Tregs: from homeostasis maintenance to pathogen defense. Front Immunol 2024; 15:1444533. [PMID: 39144146 PMCID: PMC11323565 DOI: 10.3389/fimmu.2024.1444533] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/05/2024] [Accepted: 07/15/2024] [Indexed: 08/16/2024] Open
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Regulatory T cells (Tregs), characterized by the expression of Forkhead Box P3 (FOXP3), constitute a distinct subset of T cells crucial for immune regulation. Tregs can exert direct and indirect control over immune homeostasis by releasing inhibitory factors or differentiating into Th-like Treg (Th-Treg), thereby actively contributing to the prevention and treatment of autoimmune diseases. The epigenetic regulation of FOXP3, encompassing DNA methylation, histone modifications, and post-translational modifications, governs the development and optimal suppressive function of Tregs. In addition, Tregs can also possess the ability to maintain homeostasis in diverse microenvironments through non-suppressive mechanisms. In this review, we primarily focus on elucidating the epigenetic regulation of Tregs as well as their multifaceted roles within diverse physiological contexts while looking forward to potential strategies involving augmentation or suppression of Tregs activity for disease management, particularly in light of the ongoing global COVID-19 pandemic.
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- Department of Respiratory and Critical Care Medicine, The First Affiliated Hospital of Zhengzhou University, Zhengzhou, Henan, China
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Zhou P, Liu W, Ma J. Roles of Menin in T cell differentiation and function: Current knowledge and perspectives. Immunology 2024. [PMID: 39011567 DOI: 10.1111/imm.13837] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/17/2024] [Accepted: 06/28/2024] [Indexed: 07/17/2024] Open
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The commitment to specific T lymphocytes (T cell) lineages is governed by distinct transcription factors, whose expression is modulated through epigenetic mechanisms. Unravelling these epigenetic mechanisms that regulate T cell differentiation and function holds significant importance for understanding T cells. Menin, a multifunctional scaffolding protein, is implicated in various cellular processes, such as cell proliferation, cell cycle control, DNA repair and transcriptional regulation, primarily through epigenetic mechanisms. Existing research indicates Menin's impact on T cell differentiation and function, while a comprehensive and systematic review is currently lacking to consolidate these findings. In the current review, we have highlighted recent studies on the role of Menin in T cell differentiation and function, focusing mainly on its impact on the memory Th2 maintenance, Th17 differentiation and maintenance, CD4+ T cell senescence, and effector CD8+ T cell survival. Considering Menin's crucial function in maintaining effector T cell function, the potential of inhibiting Menin activity in mitigating inflammatory diseases associated with excessive T cell activation has also been emphasised.
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- Pingping Zhou
- Department of Immunology, Eye Hospital, The First Affiliated Hospital of Harbin Medical University, Harbin Medical University, Harbin, Heilongjiang, China
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- Department of Cancer Biology, Perelman School of Medicine, University of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA
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- Department of Immunology, Eye Hospital, The First Affiliated Hospital of Harbin Medical University, Harbin Medical University, Harbin, Heilongjiang, China
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Zhang L, Chai R, Tai Z, Miao F, Shi X, Chen Z, Zhu Q. Noval advance of histone modification in inflammatory skin diseases and related treatment methods. Front Immunol 2024; 14:1286776. [PMID: 38235133 PMCID: PMC10792063 DOI: 10.3389/fimmu.2023.1286776] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/01/2023] [Accepted: 12/08/2023] [Indexed: 01/19/2024] Open
Abstract
Inflammatory skin diseases are a group of diseases caused by the disruption of skin tissue due to immune system disorders. Histone modification plays a pivotal role in the pathogenesis and treatment of chronic inflammatory skin diseases, encompassing a wide range of conditions, including psoriasis, atopic dermatitis, lupus, systemic sclerosis, contact dermatitis, lichen planus, and alopecia areata. Analyzing histone modification as a significant epigenetic regulatory approach holds great promise for advancing our understanding and managing these complex disorders. Additionally, therapeutic interventions targeting histone modifications have emerged as promising strategies for effectively managing inflammatory skin disorders. This comprehensive review provides an overview of the diverse types of histone modification. We discuss the intricate association between histone modification and prevalent chronic inflammatory skin diseases. We also review current and potential therapeutic approaches that revolve around modulating histone modifications. Finally, we investigated the prospects of research on histone modifications in the context of chronic inflammatory skin diseases, paving the way for innovative therapeutic interventions and improved patient outcomes.
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- Lichen Zhang
- Shanghai Skin Disease Hospital, School of Medicine, Tongji University, Shanghai, China
- Shanghai Engineering Research Center of External Chinese Medicine, Shanghai, China
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- Shanghai Skin Disease Hospital, School of Medicine, Tongji University, Shanghai, China
- Shanghai Engineering Research Center of External Chinese Medicine, Shanghai, China
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- Shanghai Skin Disease Hospital, School of Medicine, Tongji University, Shanghai, China
- Shanghai Engineering Research Center of External Chinese Medicine, Shanghai, China
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- Shanghai Skin Disease Hospital, School of Medicine, Tongji University, Shanghai, China
- Shanghai Engineering Research Center of External Chinese Medicine, Shanghai, China
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- Shanghai Skin Disease Hospital, School of Medicine, Tongji University, Shanghai, China
- Shanghai Engineering Research Center of External Chinese Medicine, Shanghai, China
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- Shanghai Skin Disease Hospital, School of Medicine, Tongji University, Shanghai, China
- Shanghai Engineering Research Center of External Chinese Medicine, Shanghai, China
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- Shanghai Skin Disease Hospital, School of Medicine, Tongji University, Shanghai, China
- Shanghai Engineering Research Center of External Chinese Medicine, Shanghai, China
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Okamoto M, Omori-Miyake M, Kuwahara M, Okabe M, Eguchi M, Yamashita M. The Inhibition of Glycolysis in T Cells by a Jak Inhibitor Ameliorates the Pathogenesis of Allergic Contact Dermatitis in Mice. J Invest Dermatol 2023; 143:1973-1982.e5. [PMID: 37028703 DOI: 10.1016/j.jid.2023.03.1667] [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: 09/13/2022] [Revised: 01/31/2023] [Accepted: 03/09/2023] [Indexed: 04/08/2023]
Abstract
Allergic contact dermatitis (ACD) and atopic dermatitis develop through delayed-type hypersensitivity reactions mediated by T cells. The development of immunomodulatory drugs, such as Jak inhibitors, would be useful for the long-term management of these diseases owing to their profile of favorable adverse effects. However, the efficacy of Jak inhibitors for ACD treatment has not been fully determined under a variety of settings. Therefore, we evaluated the effects of ruxolitinib, a Jak inhibitor for Jak1 and Jak2, using a mouse ACD model. As a result, the lower numbers of immune cells, including CD4+ T cells, CD8+ T cells, neutrophils, and possibly macrophages, as well as milder pathophysiological aspects have been observed in the inflamed skin of ACD with the administration of ruxolitinib. In addition, the treatment of differentiating T cells with ruxolitinib downregulated the level of IL-2-mediated glycolysis in vitro. Furthermore, symptoms of ACD did not develop in T-cell-specific Pgam1-deficient mice whose T cells had no glycolytic capacity. Taken together, our data suggest that the downregulation of glycolysis in T cells by ruxolitinib could be an important factor in the suppression of ACD development in mice.
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- Michiko Okamoto
- Department of Pediatrics, Ehime University Graduate School of Medicine, Ehime, Japan; Department of Immunology, Ehime University Graduate School of Medicine, Ehime, Japan
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- Department of Infections and Host Defenses, Ehime University Graduate School of Medicine, Ehime, Japan
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- Department of Immunology, Ehime University Graduate School of Medicine, Ehime, Japan
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- Department of Anatomy, The Jikei University School of Medicine, Tokyo, Japan
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- Department of Pediatrics, Ehime University Graduate School of Medicine, Ehime, Japan
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- Department of Immunology, Ehime University Graduate School of Medicine, Ehime, Japan; Department of Infections and Host Defenses, Ehime University Graduate School of Medicine, Ehime, Japan.
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JMJD family proteins in cancer and inflammation. Signal Transduct Target Ther 2022; 7:304. [PMID: 36050314 PMCID: PMC9434538 DOI: 10.1038/s41392-022-01145-1] [Citation(s) in RCA: 27] [Impact Index Per Article: 13.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/17/2022] [Revised: 06/22/2022] [Accepted: 08/01/2022] [Indexed: 11/30/2022] Open
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The occurrence of cancer entails a series of genetic mutations that favor uncontrollable tumor growth. It is believed that various factors collectively contribute to cancer, and there is no one single explanation for tumorigenesis. Epigenetic changes such as the dysregulation of enzymes modifying DNA or histones are actively involved in oncogenesis and inflammatory response. The methylation of lysine residues on histone proteins represents a class of post-translational modifications. The human Jumonji C domain-containing (JMJD) protein family consists of more than 30 members. The JMJD proteins have long been identified with histone lysine demethylases (KDM) and histone arginine demethylases activities and thus could function as epigenetic modulators in physiological processes and diseases. Importantly, growing evidence has demonstrated the aberrant expression of JMJD proteins in cancer and inflammatory diseases, which might serve as an underlying mechanism for the initiation and progression of such diseases. Here, we discuss the role of key JMJD proteins in cancer and inflammation, including the intensively studied histone lysine demethylases, as well as the understudied group of JMJD members. In particular, we focused on epigenetic changes induced by each JMJD member and summarized recent research progress evaluating their therapeutic potential for the treatment of cancer and inflammatory diseases.
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