scholarly journals Metabolic reprogramming of human CD8+ memory T cells through loss of SIRT1

2017 ◽  
Vol 215 (1) ◽  
pp. 51-62 ◽  
Author(s):  
Mark Y. Jeng ◽  
Philip A. Hull ◽  
Mingjian Fei ◽  
Hye-Sook Kwon ◽  
Chia-Lin Tsou ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
T Cells ◽  
Molecular Mechanisms ◽  
Memory T Cells ◽  
Cell Metabolism ◽  
Global Gene Expression ◽  
Metabolic Reprogramming ◽  
Transcriptional Reprogramming ◽  
Age Related ◽  
Global Gene Expression Profiling ◽  
And Function

The expansion of CD8+CD28– T cells, a population of terminally differentiated memory T cells, is one of the most consistent immunological changes in humans during aging. CD8+CD28– T cells are highly cytotoxic, and their frequency is linked to many age-related diseases. As they do not accumulate in mice, many of the molecular mechanisms regulating their fate and function remain unclear. In this paper, we find that human CD8+CD28– T cells, under resting conditions, have an enhanced capacity to use glycolysis, a function linked to decreased expression of the NAD+-dependent protein deacetylase SIRT1. Global gene expression profiling identified the transcription factor FoxO1 as a SIRT1 target involved in transcriptional reprogramming of CD8+CD28– T cells. FoxO1 is proteasomally degraded in SIRT1-deficient CD8+CD28– T cells, and inhibiting its activity in resting CD8+CD28+ T cells enhanced glycolytic capacity and granzyme B production as in CD8+CD28– T cells. These data identify the evolutionarily conserved SIRT1–FoxO1 axis as a regulator of resting CD8+ memory T cell metabolism and activity in humans.

scholarly journals Convergence of TCR and cytokine signaling leads to FOXO3a phosphorylation and drives the survival of CD4+ central memory T cells

2006 ◽  
Vol 204 (1) ◽  
pp. 79-91 ◽  
Author(s):  
Catherine Riou ◽  
Bader Yassine-Diab ◽  
Julien Van grevenynghe ◽  
Roland Somogyi ◽  
Larry D. Greller ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
T Cells ◽  
Molecular Mechanisms ◽  
Memory T Cells ◽  
Ex Vivo ◽  
Global Gene Expression ◽  
Central Memory ◽  
Effector Memory ◽  
Cytokine Signaling ◽  
Global Gene Expression Profiling

The molecular events involved in the establishment and maintenance of CD4+ central memory and effector memory T cells (TCM and TEM, respectively) are poorly understood. In this study, we demonstrate that ex vivo isolated TCM are more resistant to both spontaneous and Fas-induced apoptosis than TEM and have an increased capacity to proliferate and persist in vitro. Using global gene expression profiling, single cell proteomics, and functional assays, we show that the survival of CD4+ TCM depends, at least in part, on the activation and phosphorylation of signal transducer and activator of transcription 5a (STAT5a) and forkhead box O3a (FOXO3a). TCM showed a significant increase in the levels of phosphorylation of STAT5a compared with TEM in response to both IL-2 (P < 0.04) and IL-7 (P < 0.002); the latter is well known for its capacity to enhance T cell survival. Moreover, ex vivo TCM express higher levels of the transcriptionally inactive phosphorylated forms of FOXO3a and concomitantly lower levels of the proapoptotic FOXO3a target, Bim. Experiments aimed at blocking FOXO3a phosphorylation confirmed the role of this phosphoprotein in protecting TCM from apoptosis. Our results provide, for the first time in humans, an insight into molecular mechanisms that could be responsible for the longevity and persistence of CD4+ TCM.

scholarly journals Metabolic and functional impairment of CD8+ T cells from the lungs of influenza-infected obese mice

2020 ◽  
Author(s):  
William D. Green ◽  
Abrar E. Al-Shaer ◽  
Qing Shi ◽  
Nancie J MacIver ◽  
Melinda A. Beck ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
T Cells ◽  
Influenza Virus ◽  
T Cell ◽  
Post Infection ◽  
Cytokine Production ◽  
Cell Metabolism ◽  
Metabolic Reprogramming ◽  
Obese Mice ◽  
Diet Induced Obesity ◽  
And Function

ABSTRACTBackgroundObesity increases influenza disease risk in millions of adults worldwide. In this study, we investigated the effect of diet-induced obesity on pulmonary CD8+ T cell metabolism and function as a mechanism of impairment.MethodsMale C57BL/6J mice were fed either control (10% kcal/g) or high-fat (60% kcal/g) diet. Sub-lethal A/PR/8/34 influenza virus infection generated a robust pulmonary immune response. T cell metabolism and function were assessed at day 10 and day 24 post infection.ResultsAt day 10 post infection, CD8+ T cells from obese mice had impaired oxidative and glycolytic metabolism, greater fatty acid uptake, and decreased effector populations and cytokine production. At infection resolution, obese mice had lower numbers of naïve and central memory CD8+ T cell populations in the lungs.ConclusionDiet-induced obesity increases influenza virus pathogenesis through CD8+ T cell mediated metabolic reprogramming resulting in suppressed effector CD8+ T cell function.SummaryDiet-induced obesity impairs the metabolism of pulmonary CD8+ T cells resulting in reduced effector CD8+ T cells and cytokine production following primary influenza infection.

scholarly journals Age-Related Changes in Thymic Central Tolerance

2021 ◽  
Vol 12 ◽  
Author(s):  
Jayashree Srinivasan ◽  
Jessica N. Lancaster ◽  
Nandini Singarapu ◽  
Laura P. Hale ◽  
Lauren I. R. Ehrlich ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
T Cells ◽  
Negative Selection ◽  
Thymic Epithelial Cells ◽  
Central Tolerance ◽  
Adult Transition ◽  
Treg Function ◽  
Age Related ◽  
And Function ◽  
Antigen Presenting ◽  
Age Related Changes

Thymic epithelial cells (TECs) and hematopoietic antigen presenting cells (HAPCs) in the thymus microenvironment provide essential signals to self-reactive thymocytes that induce either negative selection or generation of regulatory T cells (Treg), both of which are required to establish and maintain central tolerance throughout life. HAPCs and TECs are comprised of multiple subsets that play distinct and overlapping roles in central tolerance. Changes that occur in the composition and function of TEC and HAPC subsets across the lifespan have potential consequences for central tolerance. In keeping with this possibility, there are age-associated changes in the cellular composition and function of T cells and Treg. This review summarizes changes in T cell and Treg function during the perinatal to adult transition and in the course of normal aging, and relates these changes to age-associated alterations in thymic HAPC and TEC subsets.

scholarly journals Lack of Sprouty 1 and 2 enhances survival of effector CD8+ T cells and yields more protective memory cells

2018 ◽  
Vol 115 (38) ◽  
pp. E8939-E8947 ◽  
Author(s):  
Hesham M. Shehata ◽  
Shahzada Khan ◽  
Elise Chen ◽  
Patrick E. Fields ◽  
Richard A. Flavell ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
T Cells ◽  
Memory T Cells ◽  
Therapeutic Potential ◽  
Autoimmune Diabetes ◽  
Memory Cells ◽  
Double Knockout ◽  
And Function ◽  
I Cells ◽  
Better Than

Identifying novel pathways that promote robust function and longevity of cytotoxic T cells has promising potential for immunotherapeutic strategies to combat cancer and chronic infections. We show that sprouty 1 and 2 (Spry1/2) molecules regulate the survival and function of memory CD8+ T cells. Spry1/2 double-knockout (DKO) ovalbumin (OVA)-specific CD8+ T cells (OT-I cells) mounted more vigorous autoimmune diabetes than WT OT-I cells when transferred to mice expressing OVA in their pancreatic β-islets. To determine the consequence of Spry1/2 deletion on effector and memory CD8+ T cell development and function, we used systemic infection with lymphocytic choriomeningitis virus (LCMV) Armstrong. Spry1/2 DKO LCMV gp33-specific P14 CD8+ T cells survive contraction better than WT cells and generate significantly more polyfunctional memory T cells. The larger number of Spry1/2 DKO memory T cells displayed enhanced infiltration into infected tissue, demonstrating that absence of Spry1/2 can result in increased recall capacity. Upon adoptive transfer into naive hosts, Spry1/2 DKO memory T cells controlled Listeria monocytogenes infection better than WT cells. The enhanced formation of more functional Spry1/2 DKO memory T cells was associated with significantly reduced mTORC1 activity and glucose uptake. Reduced p-AKT, p-FoxO1/3a, and T-bet expression was also consistent with enhanced survival and memory accrual. Collectively, loss of Spry1/2 enhances the survival of effector CD8+ T cells and results in the formation of more protective memory cells. Deleting Spry1/2 in antigen-specific CD8+ T cells may have therapeutic potential for enhancing the survival and functionality of effector and memory CD8+ T cells in vivo.

scholarly journals Targeting Age-Related Pathways in Heart Failure

2020 ◽  
Vol 126 (4) ◽  
pp. 533-551 ◽  
Author(s):  
Haobo Li ◽  
Margaret H. Hastings ◽  
James Rhee ◽  
Lena E. Trager ◽  
Jason D. Roh ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Heart Failure ◽  
Elderly Population ◽  
Molecular Mechanisms ◽  
The Elderly ◽  
Structure And Function ◽  
Experimental Platform ◽  
Age Related ◽  
Cardiac Structure And Function ◽  
And Function ◽  
Increased Susceptibility

During aging, deterioration in cardiac structure and function leads to increased susceptibility to heart failure. The need for interventions to combat this age-related cardiac decline is becoming increasingly urgent as the elderly population continues to grow. Our understanding of cardiac aging, and aging in general, is limited. However, recent studies of age-related decline and its prevention through interventions like exercise have revealed novel pathological and cardioprotective pathways. In this review, we summarize recent findings concerning the molecular mechanisms of age-related heart failure and highlight exercise as a valuable experimental platform for the discovery of much-needed novel therapeutic targets in this chronic disease.

scholarly journals Targeting T cell metabolism in the tumor microenvironment: an anti-cancer therapeutic strategy

2019 ◽  
Vol 38 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Zhongping Yin ◽  
Ling Bai ◽  
Wei Li ◽  
Tanlun Zeng ◽  
Huimin Tian ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
T Cells ◽  
T Cell ◽  
Tumor Microenvironment ◽  
Metabolic Pathways ◽  
Cell Metabolism ◽  
Basic Research ◽  
Metabolic Reprogramming ◽  
Activated T Cells ◽  
Cell Functions ◽  
Anti Cancer

Abstract T cells play important roles in anti-tumor immunity. Emerging evidence has revealed that distinct metabolic changes impact the activation and differentiation of T cells. Tailoring immune responses by manipulating cellular metabolic pathways and the identification of new targets may provide new options for cancer immunotherapy. In this review, we focus on recent advances in the metabolic reprogramming of different subtypes of T cells and T cell functions. We summarize how metabolic pathways accurately regulate T cell development, differentiation, and function in the tumor microenvironment. Because of the similar metabolism in activated T cells and tumor cells, we also describe the effect of the tumor microenvironment on T cell metabolism reprogramming, which may provide strategies for maximal anti-cancer effects and enhancing the immunity of T cells. Thus, studies of T lymphocyte metabolism can not only facilitate the basic research of immune metabolism, but also provide potential targets for drug development and new strategies for clinical treatment of cancer.

Phenotype and function of circulating memory T cells in human vitiligo*

2020 ◽  
Vol 183 (5) ◽  
pp. 899-908 ◽  
Author(s):  
C. Martins ◽  
A.‐S. Darrigade ◽  
C. Jacquemin ◽  
T. Barnetche ◽  
A. Taieb ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
T Cells ◽  
Memory T Cells ◽  
And Function

scholarly journals In Vivo Blockade of Murine ARTC2.2 During Cell Preparation Preserves the Vitality and Function of Liver Tissue-Resident Memory T Cells

2018 ◽  
Vol 9 ◽  
Author(s):  
Björn Rissiek ◽  
Marco Lukowiak ◽  
Friederike Raczkowski ◽  
Tim Magnus ◽  
Hans-Willi Mittrücker ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
T Cells ◽  
Liver Tissue ◽  
Memory T Cells ◽  
Cell Preparation ◽  
And Function ◽  
Resident Memory T Cells

scholarly journals Immune Dysregulation after Cardiothoracic Surgery and Incidental Thymectomy: Maintenance of Regulatory T Cells despite Impaired Thymopoiesis

2011 ◽  
Vol 2011 ◽  
pp. 1-11 ◽  
Author(s):  
Nancy J. Halnon ◽  
Paige Cooper ◽  
Diana Yu Hui Chen ◽  
M. Ines Boechat ◽  
Christel H. Uittenbogaart
Keyword(s):  
T Cells ◽  
Regulatory T Cells ◽  
Congenital Heart ◽  
Memory T Cells ◽  
Immune Dysregulation ◽  
Cardiothoracic Surgery ◽  
Immune Disorders ◽  
Treg Number ◽  
And Function ◽  
Dsdna Antibodies

Thymectomy is performed in infants during cardiothoracic surgery leaving many patients with reduced thympopoiesis. An association between immune disorders and regulatory T cells (Treg) after incidental thymectomy has not been investigated. Questionnaires soliciting symptoms of atopic or autoimmune disease and biomarkers were measured in children and adults with congenital heart disease and either reduced or preserved thymopoiesis. Tregs were examined. Atopic or autoimmune-like symptoms and elevated anti-dsDNA antibodies were common after surgery in individuals with low thymopoiesis. Total Treg number and function were maintained but with fewer naïve Treg. TCR spectratypes were similar to other memory T cells. These data suggest that thymectomy does not reduce total Treg number but homeostasis is affected with reduced naïve Treg. Prevalence of autoimmune or atopic symptoms after surgery is not associated with total number or proportion of Tregs but appears to be due to otherwise unknown factors that may include altered Treg homeostasis.

scholarly journals Invalidation of the Transcriptional Modulator of Lipid Metabolism PPARβ/δ in T Cells Prevents Age-Related Alteration of Body Composition and Loss of Endurance Capacity

2021 ◽  
Vol 12 ◽  
Author(s):  
Anne-Sophie Rousseau ◽  
Joseph Murdaca ◽  
Gwenaëlle Le Menn ◽  
Brigitte Sibille ◽  
Walter Wahli ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
T Cells ◽  
Body Composition ◽  
Cell Metabolism ◽  
Acid Oxidation ◽  
Endurance Capacity ◽  
Peroxisome Proliferator ◽  
Peroxisome Proliferator Activated Receptor ◽  
Age Related ◽  
Effects Of Aging ◽  
Original Potential

Anti-inflammatory regulatory T cells (Tregs) are the most metabolically flexible CD4+ T cells by using both glycolysis and fatty acid oxidation (FAO) which allow them to migrate in tissues. With aging, Tregs accumulate in secondary lymphoid organs and are involved in impairment of skeletal muscle (SKM) regeneration and mass maintenance. In this study, we showed that a deletion of a FAO modulator, peroxisome proliferator-activated receptor beta/delta (PPARβ/δ), specifically in T cells (KO-T PPARβ/δ), increased the number of CD4+ T cells at day 2 following a cardiotoxin-induced SKM regeneration. Older KO-T PPARβ/δ mice maintained a Tregs prevalence in lymph nodes similar to young mice. Surprisingly, KO-T PPARβ/δ mice were protected from the effects of age on lean and fat mass and endurance capacity. Our results lead us to propose an original potential role of T cell metabolism in the effects of aging on the maintenance of body composition and endurance capacity.

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