scholarly journals The Molecular Basis of Phospholipase D2-Induced Chemotaxis: Elucidation of Differential Pathways in Macrophages and Fibroblasts

2010 ◽  
Vol 30 (18) ◽  
pp. 4492-4506 ◽  
Author(s):  
Katie Knapek ◽  
Kathleen Frondorf ◽  
Jennalee Post ◽  
Stephen Short ◽  
Dianne Cox ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Immune Response ◽  
Cell Migration ◽  
Growth Factor ◽  
Cell Line ◽  
Protein Interactions ◽  
Wound Repair ◽  
Molecular Mechanisms ◽  
Growth Factor Receptor ◽  
Cell Transfection ◽  
Phospholipase D1

ABSTRACT We report the molecular mechanisms that underlie chemotaxis of macrophages and cell migration of fibroblasts, cells that are essential during the body's innate immune response and during wound repair, respectively. Silencing of phospholipase D1 (PLD1) and PLD2 reduced cell migration (both chemokinesis and chemotaxis) by ∼60% and >80%, respectively; this migration was restored by cell transfection with PLD2 constructs refractory to small interfering RNA (siRNA). Cells overexpressing active phospholipase D1 (PLD1) but, mostly, active PLD2 exhibited cell migration capabilities that were elevated over those elicited by chemoattractants alone. The mechanism for this enhancement is complex. It involves two pathways: one that is dependent on the activity of the lipase (and signals through its product, phosphatidic acid [PA]) and another that involves protein-protein interactions. The first is evidenced by partial abrogation of chemotaxis with lipase activity-defective constructs (PLD2-K758R) and by n-butanol treatment of cells. The second is evidenced by PLD association with the growth factor receptor-bound protein 2 (Grb2) through residue Y169, located within a Src homology 2 (SH2) consensus site. The association Grb2-PLD2 could be visualized by fluorescence microscopy in RAW/LR5 macrophages concentrated in actin-rich membrane ruffles, making possible that Grb2 serves as a docking or intermediary protein. The Grb2/PLD2-mediated chemotaxis process also depends on Grb2's ability to recognize other motility proteins, like the Wiskott-Aldrich syndrome protein (WASP). Cell transfection with WASP, PLD2, and Grb2 constructs yields the highest levels of cell migration response, particularly in a macrophage cell line (RAW/LR5) and only modestly in the fibroblast cell line COS-7. Further, RAW/LR5 macrophages utilize for cell migration an additional pathway that involves S6 kinase (S6K) through PLD2-Y296, known to be phosphorylated by epidermal growth factor receptor (EGFR) kinase. Thus, both fibroblasts and macrophages use activity-dependent and activity-independent signaling mechanisms. However, highly mobile cells like macrophages use all signaling machinery available to them to accomplish their required function in rapid immune response, which sets them apart from fibroblasts, cells normally nonmobile that are only briefly involved in wound healing.

scholarly journals Transcriptome of Two Canine Prostate Cancer Cells Treated With Toceranib Phosphate Reveals Distinct Antitumor Profiles Associated With the PDGFR Pathway

2020 ◽  
Vol 7 ◽  
Author(s):  
Priscila E. Kobayashi ◽  
Patrícia F. Lainetti ◽  
Antonio F. Leis-Filho ◽  
Flávia K. Delella ◽  
Marcio Carvalho ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Prostate Cancer ◽  
Growth Factor ◽  
Protein Expression ◽  
Cell Line ◽  
Cell Lines ◽  
Protein Interactions ◽  
Tyrosine Kinases ◽  
Growth Factor Receptor ◽  
Dependent Manner ◽  
Upregulated Genes

Canine prostate cancer (PC) presents a poor antitumor response, usually late diagnosis and prognosis. Toceranib phosphate (TP) is a nonspecific inhibitor of receptor tyrosine kinases (RTKs), including vascular endothelial growth factor receptor (VEGFR), platelet-derived growth factor receptor (PDGFR), and c-KIT. This study aimed to evaluate VEGFR2, PDGFR-β, and c-KIT protein expression in two established canine PC cell lines (PC1 and PC2) and the transcriptome profile of the cells after treatment with TP. Immunofluorescence (IF) analysis revealed VEGFR2 and PDGFR-β protein expression and the absence of c-KIT protein expression in both cell lines. After TP treatment, only the viability of PC1 cells decreased in a dose-dependent manner. Transcriptome and enrichment analyses of treated PC1 cells revealed 181 upregulated genes, which were related to decreased angiogenesis and cell proliferation. In addition, we found upregulated PDGFR-A, PDGFR-β, and PDGF-D expression in PC1 cells, and the upregulation of PDGFR-β was also observed in treated PC1 cells by qPCR. PC2 cells had fewer protein-protein interactions (PPIs), with 18 upregulated and 22 downregulated genes; the upregulated genes were involved in the regulation of parallel pathways and mechanisms related to proliferation, which could be associated with the resistance observed after treatment. The canine PC1 cell line but not the PC2 cell line showed decreased viability after treatment with TP, although both cell lines expressed PDGFR and VEGFR receptors. Further studies could explain the mechanism of resistance in PC2 cells and provide a basis for personalized treatment for dogs with PC.

scholarly journals P11.09 Pan-RTK inhibition of sLRIG1 mediates AXL downregulation in Glioblastoma

2019 ◽  
Vol 21 (Supplement_3) ◽  
pp. iii44-iii44
Author(s):  
V Neirinckx ◽  
A Hau ◽  
A Schuster ◽  
S Fritah ◽  
A Chevigné ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Growth Factor ◽  
Protein Interaction ◽  
Protein Interactions ◽  
Molecular Mechanisms ◽  
Growth Factor Receptor ◽  
Soluble Form ◽  
Growth Factor Signaling ◽  
Egfr Expression ◽  
Baculovirus Infection

Abstract INTRODUCTION Aberrant regulation of receptor tyrosine kinase (RTK) activity is characteristic of Glioblastoma (GBM). However, RTK-based targeted therapies have been largely unsuccessful in GBM patients, partially due to the complexity and redundance of RTK signaling. LRIG1 (Leucine-rich Repeats and ImmunoGlobulindomains protein 1) is known as an endogenous inhibitor of epidermal growth factor receptor (EGFR) during health and disease, however its mechanism of action is poorly understood. We previously showed that the soluble form of LRIG1 potently inhibits of GBM growth in vivo, irrespective of EGFR expression level and status, suggesting the involvement of other RTKs. Here, we aimed to shed light on the molecular mechanisms underlying its anti-cancer activity. MATERIAL AND METHODS We generated a recombinant human soluble LRIG1 protein by expressing LRIG1 ectodomain in insect cells via baculovirus infection and subsequent His-tag purification. rh-sLRIG1 was applied in the medium of classical GBM cell lines, patient-derived GBM stem-like cells and patient-derived 3D tumor organoids. Using different cell-based assays, cell proliferation, invasion, cell morphology, as well as protein expression and protein-protein interactions were investigated. RESULTS We find that recombinant sLRIG1 efficiently reduces proliferation, invasion and viability of GBM cells and patient-derived organoids, and modulates cytoskeleton proteins and cell shape. In line with previous data, the effect of recombinant sLRIG1 is independent of EGFR expression. Interestingly sLRIG1 regulates several RTKs by direct protein downregulation, including AXL, while EGFR expression is not affected. At the molecular level, we find that sLRIG1 interferes with AXL dimerization, while no protein interaction with EGFR is detected. CONCLUSION We identify AXL as a novel LRIG1 target and provide evidence that sLRIG1-mediated RTK downregulation requires direct protein-protein interaction. These data pave the way for a potential therapeutic application of recombinant sLRIG1 in the inhibition of growth factor signaling in GBM.

scholarly journals CSIG-04. PAN-RTK INHIBITION OF sLRIG1 MEDIATES AXL DOWNREGULATION IN GLIOBLASTOMA

2019 ◽  
Vol 21 (Supplement_6) ◽  
pp. vi44-vi44
Author(s):  
Virginie Neirinckx ◽  
Ann-Christin Hau ◽  
Anne Schuster ◽  
Sabrina Fritah ◽  
Andy Chevigné ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Growth Factor ◽  
Protein Interaction ◽  
Protein Interactions ◽  
Molecular Mechanisms ◽  
Growth Factor Receptor ◽  
Soluble Form ◽  
Growth Factor Signaling ◽  
Egfr Expression ◽  
Baculovirus Infection

Abstract INTRODUCTION Aberrant regulation of receptor tyrosine kinase (RTK) activity is characteristic of Glioblastoma (GBM). However, RTK-based targeted therapies have been largely unsuccessful in GBM patients, partially due to the complexity and redundance of RTK signaling. LRIG1 (Leucine-rich Repeats and ImmunoGlobulin-like domains 1) is an important endogenous inhibitor of epidermal growth factor receptor (EGFR) during health and disease, however its mechanism of action is poorly understood. We previously showed that the soluble form of LRIG1 potently inhibits GBM growth in vivo, irrespective of EGFR expression level and status, suggesting the involvement of other RTKs. Here, we aimed to shed light on the molecular mechanisms underlying its anti-cancer activity. MATERIAL AND METHODS We generated a recombinant human soluble LRIG1 protein (rh-sLRIG1) by expressing LRIG1 ectodomain in insect cells via baculovirus infection and subsequent His-tag purification. rh-sLRIG1 was used to treat patient-derived GBM stem-like cells, classical GBM cell lines and patient-derived 3D tumor organoids. Using different cell-based assays, cell proliferation, invasion, cell morphology, as well as protein expression and protein-protein interactions were investigated. RESULTS We find that recombinant sLRIG1 efficiently reduced proliferation, invasion and viability of GBM cells and patient-derived organoids, and modulated cytoskeleton proteins and cell shape. In line with previous data, the effect of recombinant sLRIG1 was independent of EGFR expression. Interestingly sLRIG1 impacted multiple RTKs including AXL, by direct protein downregulation, while EGFR expression was not affected. At the molecular level, we find that sLRIG1 interfereed with AXL dimerization, while no protein interaction with EGFR was detected. CONCLUSION We identify AXL as a novel LRIG1 target and provide evidence that sLRIG1-mediated RTK downregulation requires direct protein-protein interaction. These data pave the way for a potential therapeutic application of recombinant sLRIG1 in the inhibition of growth factor signaling in GBM.

scholarly journals Molecular Engineering of Curcumin, an Active Constituent of Curcuma longa L. (Turmeric) of the Family Zingiberaceae with Improved Antiproliferative Activity

Plants ◽  
2021 ◽  
Vol 10 (8) ◽  
pp. 1559
Author(s):  
Amena Ali ◽  
Abuzer Ali ◽  
Abu Tahir ◽  
Md. Afroz Bakht ◽  
Salahuddin ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Epidermal Growth Factor Receptor ◽  
Molecular Docking ◽  
Growth Factor ◽  
Epidermal Growth Factor ◽  
Cell Line ◽  
Antiproliferative Activity ◽  
Growth Factor Receptor ◽  
Molecular Engineering ◽  
Curcumin Analogs ◽  
Epidermal Growth

Cancer is the world’s second leading cause of death, accounting for nearly 10 million deaths and 19.3 million new cases in 2020. Curcumin analogs are gaining popularity as anticancer agents currently. We reported herein the isolation, molecular engineering, molecular docking, antiproliferative, and anti-epidermal growth factor receptor (anti-EGFR) activities of curcumin analogs. Three curcumin analogs were prepared and docked against the epidermal growth factor receptor (EGFR), revealing efficient binding. Antiproliferative activity against 60 NCI cancer cell lines was assessed using National Cancer Institute (NCI US) protocols. The compound 3b,c demonstrated promising antiproliferative activity in single dose (at 10 µM) as well as five dose (0.01, 0.10, 1.00, 10, and 100 µM). Compound 3c inhibited leukemia cancer panel better than other cancer panels with growth inhibition of 50% (GI50) values ranging from 1.48 to 2.73 µM, and the most promising inhibition with GI50 of 1.25 µM was observed against leukemia cell line SR, while the least inhibition was found against non-small lung cancer cell line NCI-H226 with GI50 value of 7.29 µM. Compounds 3b,c demonstrated superior antiproliferative activity than curcumin and gefitinib. In molecular docking, compound 3c had the most significant interaction with four H-bonds and three π–π stacking, and compound 3c was found to moderately inhibit EGFR. The curcumin analogs discovered in this study have the potential to accelerate the anticancer drug discovery program.

scholarly journals Molecular mechanisms of epidermal growth factor receptor overexpression in patients with cervical cancer

2011 ◽  
Vol 24 (5) ◽  
pp. 720-728 ◽  
Author(s):  
Marlies Schrevel ◽  
Arko Gorter ◽  
Sandra M Kolkman-Uljee ◽  
J Baptist M Z Trimbos ◽  
Gert Jan Fleuren ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Cervical Cancer ◽  
Epidermal Growth Factor Receptor ◽  
Growth Factor ◽  
Epidermal Growth Factor ◽  
Molecular Mechanisms ◽  
Growth Factor Receptor ◽  
Epidermal Growth
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