The rapid development of genome editing technology has brought major breakthroughs in the fields of life science and medicine. In recent years, the clustered regularly interspaced short palindromic repeats(CRISPR)-bas...The rapid development of genome editing technology has brought major breakthroughs in the fields of life science and medicine. In recent years, the clustered regularly interspaced short palindromic repeats(CRISPR)-based genome editing toolbox has been greatly expanded, not only with emerging CRISPR-associated protein(Cas) nucleases, but also novel applications through combination with diverse effectors. Recently, transposon-associated programmable RNA-guided genome editing systems have been uncovered, adding myriads of potential new tools to the genome editing toolbox. CRISPR-based genome editing technology has also revolutionized cardiovascular research. Here we first summarize the advances involving newly identified Cas orthologs, engineered variants and novel genome editing systems, and then discuss the applications of the CRISPR-Cas systems in precise genome editing, such as base editing and prime editing. We also highlight recent progress in cardiovascular research using CRISPR-based genome editing technologies, including the generation of genetically modified in vitro and animal models of cardiovascular diseases(CVD) as well as the applications in treating different types of CVD. Finally, the current limitations and future prospects of genome editing technologies are discussed.展开更多
Objective:To elucidate the biological basis of the heart qi deficiency(HQD)pattern,an in-depth understanding of which is essential for improving clinical herbal therapy.Methods: We predicted and characterized HQD patt...Objective:To elucidate the biological basis of the heart qi deficiency(HQD)pattern,an in-depth understanding of which is essential for improving clinical herbal therapy.Methods: We predicted and characterized HQD pattern genes using the new strategy,TCM-HIN2Vec,which involves heterogeneous network embedding and transcriptomic experiments.First,a heterogeneous network of traditional Chinese medicine(TCM)patterns was constructed using public databases.Next,we predicted HQD pattern genes using a heterogeneous network-embedding algorithm.We then analyzed the functional characteristics of HQD pattern genes using gene enrichment analysis and examined gene expression levels using RNA-seq.Finally,we identified TCM herbs that demonstrated enriched interactions with HQD pattern genes via herbal enrichment analysis.Results: Our TCM-HIN2Vec strategy revealed that candidate genes associated with HQD pattern were significantly enriched in energy metabolism,signal transduction pathways,and immune processes.Moreover,we found that these candidate genes were significantly differentially expressed in the transcriptional profile of mice model with heart failure with a qi deficiency pattern.Furthermore,herbal enrichment analysis identified TCM herbs that demonstrated enriched interactions with the top 10 candidate genes and could potentially serve as drug candidates for treating HQD.Conclusion: Our results suggested that TCM-HIN2Vec is capable of not only accurately identifying HQD pattern genes,but also deciphering the basis of HQD pattern.Furthermore our finding indicated that TCM-HIN2Vec may be further expanded to develop other patterns,leading to a new approach aimed at elucidating general TCM patterns and developing precision medicine.展开更多
Osteoarthritis(OA) is an age-related disorder that is strongly associated with chondrocyte senescence. The causal link between disruptive PTEN/Akt signaling and chondrocyte senescence and the underlying mechanism are ...Osteoarthritis(OA) is an age-related disorder that is strongly associated with chondrocyte senescence. The causal link between disruptive PTEN/Akt signaling and chondrocyte senescence and the underlying mechanism are unclear. In this study, we found activated Akt signaling in human OA cartilage as well as in a mouse OA model with surgical destabilization of the medial meniscus.Genetic mouse models mimicking sustained Akt signaling in articular chondrocytes via PTEN deficiency driven by either Col2a1-Cre or Col2a1-Cre^(ERT2) developed OA, whereas restriction of Akt signaling reversed the OA phenotypes in PTEN-deficient mice.Mechanistically, prolonged activation of Akt signaling caused an accumulation of reactive oxygen species and triggered chondrocyte senescence as well as a senescence-associated secretory phenotype, whereas chronic administration of the antioxidant N-acetylcysteine suppressed chondrocyte senescence and mitigated OA progression in PTEN-deficient mice. Therefore,inhibition of Akt signaling by PTEN is required for the maintenance of articular cartilage. Disrupted Akt signaling in articular chondrocytes triggers oxidative stress-induced chondrocyte senescence and causes OA.展开更多
Background:Elevated levels of serum C-reactive protein(CRP) have been reported to have prognostic significance in lung cancer patients.This study aimed to further identify CRP-bound components as prognostic markers fo...Background:Elevated levels of serum C-reactive protein(CRP) have been reported to have prognostic significance in lung cancer patients.This study aimed to further identify CRP-bound components as prognostic markers for lung cancer and validate their prognostic value.Methods:CRP-bound components obtained from the serum samples from lung cancer patients or healthy controls were analyzed by differential proteomics analysis.CRP-bound serum amyloid A(CRP-SAA) was evaluated by coimmunoprecipitation(IP).Serum samples from two independent cohorts with lung cancer(retrospective cohort,242patients;prospective cohort,222 patients) and healthy controls(159 subjects) were used to evaluate the prognostic value of CRP-SAA by enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay.Results:CRP-SAA was identified specifically in serum samples from lung cancer patients by proteomic analysis.CRP binding to SAA was confirmed by co-IP in serum samples from lung cancer patients and cell culture media.The level of CRP-SAA was significantly higher in patients than in healthy controls(0.37 ± 0.58 vs.0.03 ± 0.04,P < 0.001).Elevated CRP-SAA levels were significantly associated with severe clinical features of lung cancer.The elevation of CRPSAA was associated with lower survival rates for both the retrospective(hazard ration[HR]= 2.181,95%confidence interval[CI]= 1.641-2.897,P < 0.001) and the prospective cohorts(HR = 2.744,95%CI = 1.810-4.161,P < 0.001).Multivariate Cox analysis showed that CRP-SAA was an independent prognostic marker for lung cancer.Remarkably,in stages l-ll patients,only CRP-SAA,not total SAA or CRP,showed significant association with overall survival in two cohorts.Moreover,univariate and multivariate Cox analyses also showed that only CRP-SAA could be used as an independent prognostic marker for early-stage lung cancer patients.Conclusion:CRP-SAA could be a better prognostic marker for lung cancer than total SAA or CRP,especially in earlystage patients.展开更多
Posttranslational modifications of antibody products affect their stability,charge distribution,and drug activity and are thus a critical quality attribute.The comprehensive mapping of antibody modifications and diffe...Posttranslational modifications of antibody products affect their stability,charge distribution,and drug activity and are thus a critical quality attribute.The comprehensive mapping of antibody modifications and different charge isomers(CIs)is of utmost importance,but is challenging.We intended to quantitatively characterize the posttranslational modification status of CIs of antibody drugs and explore the impact of posttranslational modifications on charge heterogeneity.The CIs of antibodies were fractionated by strong cation exchange chromatography and verified by capillary isoelectric focusing-whole column imaging detection,followed by stepwise structural characterization at three levels.First,the differences between CIs were explored at the intact protein level using a top-down mass spectrometry approach;this showed differences in glycoforms and deamidation status.Second,at the peptide level,common modifications of oxidation,deamidation,and glycosylation were identified.Peptide mapping showed nonuniform deamidation and glycoform distribution among CIs.In total,10 N-glycoforms were detected by peptide mapping.Finally,an in-depth analysis of glycan variants of CIs was performed through the detection of enriched glycopeptides.Qualitative and quantitative analyses demonstrated the dynamics of 24 N-glycoforms.The results revealed that sialic acid modification is a critical factor accounting for charge heterogeneity,which is otherwise missed in peptide mapping and intact molecular weight analyses.This study demonstrated the importance of the comprehensive analyses of antibody CIs and provides a reference method for the quality control of biopharmaceutical analysis.展开更多
Background:Toll-like receptor 5(TLR5)-mediated pathways play critical roles in regulating the hepatic immune response and show hepatoprotective effects in mouse models of hepatic diseases.However,the role of TLR5 in e...Background:Toll-like receptor 5(TLR5)-mediated pathways play critical roles in regulating the hepatic immune response and show hepatoprotective effects in mouse models of hepatic diseases.However,the role of TLR5 in experimental models of liver regeneration has not been reported.This study aimed to investigate the role of TLR5 in partial hepatectomy(PHx)-induced liver regeneration.Methods:We performed 2/3 PHx in wild-type(WT)mice,TLR5 knockout mice,or TLR5 agonist CBLB502 treated mice,as a model of liver regeneration.Bacterial flagellin content was measured with ELISA,and hepatic TLR5 expression was determined with quantitative PCR analyses and flow cytometry.To study the effects of TLR5 on hepatocyte proliferation,we analyzed bromodeoxyuridine(BrdU)incorporation and proliferating cell nuclear antigen(PCNA)expression with immunohistochemistry(IHC)staining.The effects of TLR5 during the priming phase of liver regeneration were examined with quantitative PCR analyses of immediate early gene mRNA levels,and with Western blotting analysis of hepatic NF-κB and STAT3 activation.Cytokine and growth factor production after PHx were detected with real-time PCR and cytometric bead array(CBA)assays.Oil Red O staining and hepatic lipid concentrations were analyzed to examine the effect of TLR5 on hepatic lipid accumulation after PHx.Results:The bacterial flagellin content in the serum and liver increased,and the hepatic TLR5 expression was significantly up-regulated in WT mice after PHx.TLR5-deficient mice exhibited diminished numbers of BrdU-and PCNA-positive cells,suppressed immediate early gene expression,and decreased cytokine and growth factor production.Moreover,PHx-induced hepatic NF-κB and STAT3 activation was inhibited in Tlr5–/–mice,as compared with WT mice.Consistently,the administration of CBLB502 significantly promoted PHx-mediated hepatocyte proliferation,which was correlated with enhanced production of proinflammatory cytokines and the recruitment of macrophages and neutrophils in the liver.Furthermore,Tlr5–/–mice displayed significantly lower hepatic lipid concentrations and smaller Oil Red O positive areas than those in control mice after PHx.Conclusions:We reveal that TLR5 activation contributes to the initial events of liver regeneration after PHx.Our findings demonstrate that TLR5 signaling positively regulates liver regeneration and suggest the potential of TLR5 agonist to promote liver regeneration.展开更多
Background This prospective study integrated multiple clinical indexes and inflammatory markers associated with coronary atherosclerotic vulnerable plaque to establish a risk prediction model that can evaluate a patie...Background This prospective study integrated multiple clinical indexes and inflammatory markers associated with coronary atherosclerotic vulnerable plaque to establish a risk prediction model that can evaluate a patient with certain risk factors for the likelihood of the occurrence of a coronary heart disease event within one year. Methods This study enrolled in 2686 patients with mild to moderate coronary artery lesions. Eighty-five indexes were recorded, included baseline clinical data, laboratory studies, and procedural characteristics. During the 1-year follow-up, 233 events occurred, five patients died, four patients suffered a nonfatal myocardial infarction, four patients underwent revascularization, and 220 patients were readmitted for angina pectoris. The Risk Estimation Model and the Simplified Model were conducted using Bayesian networks and compared with the Single Factor Models. Results The area under the curve was 0.88 for the Bayesian Model and 0.85 for the Simplified Model, while the Single Factor Model had a maximum area under the curve of 0.65. Conclusion The new models can be used to assess the short-term risk of individual coronary heart disease events and may assist in guiding preventive care.展开更多
Recombinant batroxobin(S3101)is a thrombin-like serine protease that binds to fibrinogen or is taken up by the reticuloendothelial system.A literature survey showed no adequate method that could determine sufficient c...Recombinant batroxobin(S3101)is a thrombin-like serine protease that binds to fibrinogen or is taken up by the reticuloendothelial system.A literature survey showed no adequate method that could determine sufficient concentrations to evaluate pharmacokinetic parameters for phase I clinical studies.Therefore,a sensitive method is urgently needed to support the clinical pharmacokinetic evaluation of S3101.In this study,a sensitive bioanalytical method was developed and validated,using a Quanterix single molecular array(Simoa)assay.Moreover,to thoroughly assess the platform,enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay and electrochemiluminescence assay were also developed,and their performance was compared with that of this novel technology platform.The assay was validated in compliance with the current guidelines.Measurements with the Simoa assay were precise and accurate,presenting a valid assay range from 6.55 to 4000 pg/mL.The intra-and inter-run accuracy and precision were within-19.3%to 15.3%and 5.5%to 17.0%,respectively.S3101 was stable in human serum for 280 days at-20℃and-70℃,for 2 h prior to pre-treatment and 24 h post pre-treatment at room temperature(22℃-28℃),respectively,and after five and two freeze-thaw cycles at-70℃and-20oC,respectively.The Simoa assay also demonstrated sufficient dilution linearity,assay sensitivity,and parallelism for quantifying S3101 in human serum.The Simoa assay is a sensitive and adequate method for evaluating the pharmacokinetic parameters of S3101 in human serum.展开更多
The cell surface membrane proteome is a class of proteins encoded by ~25% of all protein-coding genes in living organisms and plays a key role in mediating communication between the cells and their surrounding environ...The cell surface membrane proteome is a class of proteins encoded by ~25% of all protein-coding genes in living organisms and plays a key role in mediating communication between the cells and their surrounding environment. However, most cell surface membrane proteins(CSMPs) are naturally expressed at very low levels compared with intracellular proteins. The difficulties in their purification with high specificity further hinder the understanding of their structure and function. In this study, we developed a new photolabeling probe to achieve efficient tagging and facile enrichment of the CSMPs. The probe is composed of a lipid tail for cell surface localization, a polyethylene glycol(PEG) spacer for increased water solubility, two 4-(N-maleimido)benzophenone(MBP) groups for UV-active tagging of the CSMPs, and a biotin tag for subsequent isolation. Application of this photolabeling probe resulted in the successful enrichment and identification of 3098 annotated CSMPs in HT22 cells with close to 70% selectivity. The proposed photolabeling probe and enrichment strategy were demonstrated to be a powerful method for deep cell surface proteome profiling, representing one of the largest groups of current drug targets.展开更多
Cullin-RING E3 ubiquitin ligases(CRLs),the largest family of multi-subunit E3 ubiquitin ligases in eukaryotic cells,represent core cellular machinery for executing protein degradation and maintaining proteostasis.Here...Cullin-RING E3 ubiquitin ligases(CRLs),the largest family of multi-subunit E3 ubiquitin ligases in eukaryotic cells,represent core cellular machinery for executing protein degradation and maintaining proteostasis.Here,we asked what roles Cullin proteins play in human mesenchymal stem cell(hMSC)homeostasis and senescence.To this end,we conducted a comparative aging phenotype analysis by individually knocking down Cullin members in three senescence models:replicative senescent hMSCs,Hutchinson-Gilford Progeria Syndrome hMSCs,and Werner syndrome hMSCs.Among all family members,we found that CUL2 deficiency rendered hMSCs the most susceptible to senescence.To investigate CUL2-specific underlying mechanisms,we then applied CRISPR/Cas9-mediated gene editing technology to generate CUL2-deficient human embryonic stem cells(hESCs).When we differentiated these into h MSCs,we found that CUL2 deletion markedly accelerates hMSC senescence.Importantly,we identified that CUL2 targets and promotes ubiquitin proteasome-mediated degradation of TSPYL2(a known negative regulator of proliferation)through the substrate receptor protein APPBP2,which in turn downregulates one of the canonical aging marker-P21^(waf1/cip1),and thereby delays senescence.Our work provides important insights into how CRL2^(APPBP2)-mediated TSPYL2 degradation counteracts hMSC senescence,providing a molecular basis for directing intervention strategies against aging and aging-related diseases.展开更多
Background:Intrahepatic cholangiocarcinoma(iCCA)is a highly heteroge-neous and lethal hepatobiliary tumor with few therapeutic strategies.The metabolic reprogramming of tumor cells plays an essential role in the devel...Background:Intrahepatic cholangiocarcinoma(iCCA)is a highly heteroge-neous and lethal hepatobiliary tumor with few therapeutic strategies.The metabolic reprogramming of tumor cells plays an essential role in the develop-ment of tumors,while the metabolic molecular classification of iCCA is largely unknown.Here,we performed an integrated multiomics analysis and metabolic classification to depict differences in metabolic characteristics of iCCA patients,hoping to provide a novel perspective to understand and treat iCCA.Methods:We performed integrated multiomics analysis in 116 iCCA samples,including whole-exome sequencing,bulk RNA-sequencing and proteome anal-ysis.Based on the non-negative matrix factorization method and the protein abundance of metabolic genes in human genome-scale metabolic models,the metabolic subtype of iCCA was determined.Survival and prognostic gene analy-ses were used to compare overall survival(OS)differences between metabolic subtypes.Cell proliferation analysis,5-ethynyl-2’-deoxyuridine(EdU)assay,colony formation assay,RNA-sequencing and Western blotting were performed to investigate the molecular mechanisms of diacylglycerol kinaseα(DGKA)in iCCA cells.Results:Three metabolic subtypes(S1-S3)with subtype-specific biomarkers of iCCA were identified.These metabolic subtypes presented with distinct prog-noses,metabolic features,immune microenvironments,and genetic alterations.The S2 subtype with the worst survival showed the activation of some special metabolic processes,immune-suppressed microenvironment and Kirsten ratsar-coma viral oncogene homolog(KRAS)/AT-rich interactive domain 1A(ARID1A)mutations.Among the S2 subtype-specific upregulated proteins,DGKA was further identified as a potential drug target for iCCA,which promoted cell proliferation by enhancing phosphatidic acid(PA)metabolism and activating mitogen-activated protein kinase(MAPK)signaling.Conclusion:Viamultiomics analyses,we identified three metabolic subtypes of iCCA,revealing that the S2 subtype exhibited the poorest survival outcomes.We further identified DGKA as a potential target for the S2 subtype.展开更多
Endothelial cells(ECs)form a single cell layer that lines the inner surface of all blood and lymphatic vessels,acting as the barrier between vessels and underlying tissues.ECs are not only responsible for the flow of ...Endothelial cells(ECs)form a single cell layer that lines the inner surface of all blood and lymphatic vessels,acting as the barrier between vessels and underlying tissues.ECs are not only responsible for the flow of substances and fluid into and out of tissues but are also involved in many processes,such as coagulation,fibrinolysis,and regulation of vascular tone and inflammation.展开更多
Small cell lung cancer(SCLC)is a highly malignant and heterogeneous cancer with limited therapeutic options and prognosis prediction models.Here,we analyzed formalin-fixed,paraffin-embedded(FFPE)samples of surgical re...Small cell lung cancer(SCLC)is a highly malignant and heterogeneous cancer with limited therapeutic options and prognosis prediction models.Here,we analyzed formalin-fixed,paraffin-embedded(FFPE)samples of surgical resections by proteomic profiling,and stratified SCLC into three proteomic subtypes(S-I,S-II,and S-III)with distinct clinical outcomes and chemotherapy responses.The proteomic subtyping was an independent prognostic factor and performed better than current tumor–node–metastasis or Veterans Administration Lung Study Group staging methods.The subtyping results could be further validated using FFPE biopsy samples from an independent cohort,extending the analysis to both surgical and biopsy samples.The signatures of the S-II subtype in particular suggested potential benefits from immunotherapy.Differentially overexpressed proteins in S-III,the worst prognostic subtype,allowed us to nominate potential therapeutic targets,indicating that patient selection may bring new hope for previously failed clinical trials.Finally,analysis of an independent cohort of SCLC patients who had received immunotherapy validated the prediction that the S-II patients had better progression-free survival and overall survival after first-line immunotherapy.Collectively,our study provides the rationale for future clinical investigations to validate the current findings for more accurate prognosis prediction and precise treatments.展开更多
Hepatocellular carcinoma(HCC)is a highly heterogeneous tumor,with dynamic equilibrium and complex interplay between its intricate tumor nature and ambient tumor immune microenvironment(TIME).1 Elegant research has ind...Hepatocellular carcinoma(HCC)is a highly heterogeneous tumor,with dynamic equilibrium and complex interplay between its intricate tumor nature and ambient tumor immune microenvironment(TIME).1 Elegant research has indicated that cancer stem cells,a small subset of neoplastic cells confined within dedicated niches,display stem cell-like properties and interact with cells in TIME,thereby imparting an indelible impact on stemness regulation,tumor heterogeneity,and cancer cell plasticity.2 Previous taxonomies solely from the perspective of stemness or TIME may introduce some degree of bias in the comprehension of HCC carcinogenesis,3,4 and thus it is of paramount importance to systematically consider tumor stemness and TIME as a whole to truly portray the biological landscape of HCC.展开更多
The human microbiota,a diverse community of microorganisms living on or within their hosts,play an irreplaceable role in maintaining human health.Dysbiosis of the microbiota is associated with the pathogenesis of dive...The human microbiota,a diverse community of microorganisms living on or within their hosts,play an irreplaceable role in maintaining human health.Dysbiosis of the microbiota is associated with the pathogenesis of diverse human dis-eases.In recent years,growing evidence has been presented to support the substantial effect of human microbiota on the progression of infectious diseases.In this review,we describe the functional role of human microbiota in infec-tious diseases by highlighting their Janus-faced effects in the regulation of acute and chronic infections as well as their related co-morbidities.Thereafter,we review the latest advances elucidating the mechanisms underlying tri-directional interactions between the microbiota,hosts,and invading pathogens,with a further discussion on external environ-mental factors that shape this interconnected regulatory network.A better understanding of the regulatory functions and mechanisms of human microbiota in infectious diseases will facilitate the development of new diagnostic,preven-tive,and therapeutic approaches for infectious diseases.展开更多
Gastric cancer(GC)ranks fifth for cancer incidence and fourth for mortality globally.1 Clinical outcomes have varied among patients receiving similar treatments at the same stage,suggesting the current prognostic tool...Gastric cancer(GC)ranks fifth for cancer incidence and fourth for mortality globally.1 Clinical outcomes have varied among patients receiving similar treatments at the same stage,suggesting the current prognostic tools remain somewhat flawed.2,3 single-cell analysis of GC data allowed us to dissect transcriptional programs underlying lymphocyte residency and exhaustion.展开更多
Analysis of the mitochondrial proteome would provide valuable insight into the function of this important organelle, which plays key roles in energy metabolism, apoptosis, free radical production, thermogenesis, and c...Analysis of the mitochondrial proteome would provide valuable insight into the function of this important organelle, which plays key roles in energy metabolism, apoptosis, free radical production, thermogenesis, and calcium signaling. It could also increase our understanding about the mechanisms that promote mitochondrial disease. To identify proteins that are antigenically dominant in human liver mitochondria, we generated >240 hybridoma cell lines from native mitochondrial proteins after cell fusion, screening, and cloning. Antibodies that recognized mitochondrial proteins were identified by screening human liver cDNA expression libraries. In this study, we identified 6 major antigens that were recognized by at least 2 different monoclonal antibodies (mAbs). The proteins that were antigenically dominant were: acetyl-Coenzyme A acyltransferase 2 (mitochondrial 3-oxoacyl-Coenzyme A thiolase), aldehyde dehydrogenase 1 family member A1, carbamoyl phosphate synthetase 1, dihydrolipoamide S-acetyltransferase (E2 component of pyruvate dehydrogenase complex), enoyl coenzyme A hydratase 1, and hydroxysteroid (11-beta) dehydrogenase 1. We also determined the subcellular localizations of these enzymes within the mitochondria using immunohistocytochemistry. We believe that these well-characterized antibodies will provide a valuable resource for the Human Liver Proteome Project (HLPP), and will make studies aimed at investigating liver mitochondrial function far easier to perform in future. Our results provide strong evidence that, (i) depletion of dominant proteins from liver mitochondrial samples is possible and, (ii) the approaches adopted in this study can be used to explore or validate protein-protein interactions in this important organelle.展开更多
The human liver is the largest organ in the body and has many important physiological functions. A global analysis of human liver proteins is essential for a better understanding of the molecular basis of the normal f...The human liver is the largest organ in the body and has many important physiological functions. A global analysis of human liver proteins is essential for a better understanding of the molecular basis of the normal functions of the liver and of its diseases. As part of the Human Liver Proteome Project (HLPP), the goal of the present study was to visualize and detect as many proteins as possible in normal human livers using two-dimensional gel electrophoresis (2-DE). We have constructed a reference map of the proteins of human normal liver that can be used for the comprehensive analysis of the human liver proteome and other related research. To improve the resolution and enhance the detection of low abundance proteins, we developed and optimized narrow pH range ultra-zoom 2-DE gels. High resolution patterns of human liver in pH gradients 4.5-5.5, 5-6, 5.5-6.7, 6-9 and 6-11 are presented. To improve the poor resolution in the alkaline pH range of 2-DE gels, we optimized the isoelectric focusing protocol by including sample application using cup loading at the anode and incorporating 1.2% hydroxyethyl disulfide, 15% 2-propanol and 5% glycerol in the rehydration buffer. Using the optimized protocol, we obtained reproducibly better resolution in both analytical and preparative 2-DE gels. Compared with the 2386 and 1878 protein spots resolved in the wide range 3-10 and 4-7 pH gradients respectively, we obtained 5481 protein spots from the multiple (overlapping) narrow pH range ultra-zoom gels in the range of pH 4.5-9. The visualized reference map of normal human liver proteins presented in this paper will be valuable for comparative proteomic research of the liver proteome.展开更多
Proteomics focuses on the systematic identification and quantification of entire proteomes and interpretation of proteins’biological functions.During the last decade,proteomics in China has grown much faster than oth...Proteomics focuses on the systematic identification and quantification of entire proteomes and interpretation of proteins’biological functions.During the last decade,proteomics in China has grown much faster than other research fields in life sciences.At the beginning of the second decade of the 21st century,the rapid development of high-resolution and high-speed mass spectrometry makes proteomics a powerful tool to study the mechanisms underlying physiological/pathological processes in organisms.This article provides a brief overview of proteomics technology development and representative scientific progress of the Human Liver Proteome Project in China over the past three years.展开更多
Dear Editor,Since December 2019,the coronavirus disease 2019(COVID-19)caused by the severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus-2(SARS-CoV-2)has become a worldwide pandemic.1 Significant efforts have been made to ge...Dear Editor,Since December 2019,the coronavirus disease 2019(COVID-19)caused by the severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus-2(SARS-CoV-2)has become a worldwide pandemic.1 Significant efforts have been made to generate antibodies to help study COVID-19 pathogenesis,perform diagnostic testing,and develop treatment to neutralize SARS-CoV-2 activity.However,the specific sequence of amino acids recognized and bound by an antibody,the"epitope"is unknown for most antibodies.In this study,we developed a high-throughput epitope mapping platform using a peptide-based SARS-CoV-2 proteome microarray.2 to detect the binding epitopes of 57 commercial antibodies to ORFlab,nudeocapsid(N);spike(S),envelop(E),membrane(M),ORF3a,ORF6,ORF7a,and ORF8 proteins(Supplementary Table S1).展开更多
基金supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China (82270355, 82270354, 81970134, 82030011, 31630093)the National Key Research and Development Program of China (2019YFA0801601, 2021YFA1101801)。
文摘The rapid development of genome editing technology has brought major breakthroughs in the fields of life science and medicine. In recent years, the clustered regularly interspaced short palindromic repeats(CRISPR)-based genome editing toolbox has been greatly expanded, not only with emerging CRISPR-associated protein(Cas) nucleases, but also novel applications through combination with diverse effectors. Recently, transposon-associated programmable RNA-guided genome editing systems have been uncovered, adding myriads of potential new tools to the genome editing toolbox. CRISPR-based genome editing technology has also revolutionized cardiovascular research. Here we first summarize the advances involving newly identified Cas orthologs, engineered variants and novel genome editing systems, and then discuss the applications of the CRISPR-Cas systems in precise genome editing, such as base editing and prime editing. We also highlight recent progress in cardiovascular research using CRISPR-based genome editing technologies, including the generation of genetically modified in vitro and animal models of cardiovascular diseases(CVD) as well as the applications in treating different types of CVD. Finally, the current limitations and future prospects of genome editing technologies are discussed.
基金supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China(32088101)National key Research and Development Program of China(2017YFC1700105,2021YFA1301603).
文摘Objective:To elucidate the biological basis of the heart qi deficiency(HQD)pattern,an in-depth understanding of which is essential for improving clinical herbal therapy.Methods: We predicted and characterized HQD pattern genes using the new strategy,TCM-HIN2Vec,which involves heterogeneous network embedding and transcriptomic experiments.First,a heterogeneous network of traditional Chinese medicine(TCM)patterns was constructed using public databases.Next,we predicted HQD pattern genes using a heterogeneous network-embedding algorithm.We then analyzed the functional characteristics of HQD pattern genes using gene enrichment analysis and examined gene expression levels using RNA-seq.Finally,we identified TCM herbs that demonstrated enriched interactions with HQD pattern genes via herbal enrichment analysis.Results: Our TCM-HIN2Vec strategy revealed that candidate genes associated with HQD pattern were significantly enriched in energy metabolism,signal transduction pathways,and immune processes.Moreover,we found that these candidate genes were significantly differentially expressed in the transcriptional profile of mice model with heart failure with a qi deficiency pattern.Furthermore,herbal enrichment analysis identified TCM herbs that demonstrated enriched interactions with the top 10 candidate genes and could potentially serve as drug candidates for treating HQD.Conclusion: Our results suggested that TCM-HIN2Vec is capable of not only accurately identifying HQD pattern genes,but also deciphering the basis of HQD pattern.Furthermore our finding indicated that TCM-HIN2Vec may be further expanded to develop other patterns,leading to a new approach aimed at elucidating general TCM patterns and developing precision medicine.
基金supported by grants from the State Key Program of National Natural Science of China (31630093)the National Natural Science Foundation of China (31571512, 31871476, and 81241062)+1 种基金the Beijing Nova Program (Z161100004916146)the National Basic Research Program of China (2012CB966904)
文摘Osteoarthritis(OA) is an age-related disorder that is strongly associated with chondrocyte senescence. The causal link between disruptive PTEN/Akt signaling and chondrocyte senescence and the underlying mechanism are unclear. In this study, we found activated Akt signaling in human OA cartilage as well as in a mouse OA model with surgical destabilization of the medial meniscus.Genetic mouse models mimicking sustained Akt signaling in articular chondrocytes via PTEN deficiency driven by either Col2a1-Cre or Col2a1-Cre^(ERT2) developed OA, whereas restriction of Akt signaling reversed the OA phenotypes in PTEN-deficient mice.Mechanistically, prolonged activation of Akt signaling caused an accumulation of reactive oxygen species and triggered chondrocyte senescence as well as a senescence-associated secretory phenotype, whereas chronic administration of the antioxidant N-acetylcysteine suppressed chondrocyte senescence and mitigated OA progression in PTEN-deficient mice. Therefore,inhibition of Akt signaling by PTEN is required for the maintenance of articular cartilage. Disrupted Akt signaling in articular chondrocytes triggers oxidative stress-induced chondrocyte senescence and causes OA.
基金supported by grants from the Ministry of Science and Technology of China(2011CB504304 and 2012CB967003)the National Natural Science Foundation of China(81271902 and 81230045)
文摘Background:Elevated levels of serum C-reactive protein(CRP) have been reported to have prognostic significance in lung cancer patients.This study aimed to further identify CRP-bound components as prognostic markers for lung cancer and validate their prognostic value.Methods:CRP-bound components obtained from the serum samples from lung cancer patients or healthy controls were analyzed by differential proteomics analysis.CRP-bound serum amyloid A(CRP-SAA) was evaluated by coimmunoprecipitation(IP).Serum samples from two independent cohorts with lung cancer(retrospective cohort,242patients;prospective cohort,222 patients) and healthy controls(159 subjects) were used to evaluate the prognostic value of CRP-SAA by enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay.Results:CRP-SAA was identified specifically in serum samples from lung cancer patients by proteomic analysis.CRP binding to SAA was confirmed by co-IP in serum samples from lung cancer patients and cell culture media.The level of CRP-SAA was significantly higher in patients than in healthy controls(0.37 ± 0.58 vs.0.03 ± 0.04,P < 0.001).Elevated CRP-SAA levels were significantly associated with severe clinical features of lung cancer.The elevation of CRPSAA was associated with lower survival rates for both the retrospective(hazard ration[HR]= 2.181,95%confidence interval[CI]= 1.641-2.897,P < 0.001) and the prospective cohorts(HR = 2.744,95%CI = 1.810-4.161,P < 0.001).Multivariate Cox analysis showed that CRP-SAA was an independent prognostic marker for lung cancer.Remarkably,in stages l-ll patients,only CRP-SAA,not total SAA or CRP,showed significant association with overall survival in two cohorts.Moreover,univariate and multivariate Cox analyses also showed that only CRP-SAA could be used as an independent prognostic marker for early-stage lung cancer patients.Conclusion:CRP-SAA could be a better prognostic marker for lung cancer than total SAA or CRP,especially in earlystage patients.
基金the financial support from the National Key Program for Basic Research of China(Grant Nos.:2018YFC0910302 and 2017YFF0205400)the National Natural Science Foundation of China(Grant No.:81530021)Innovation Foundation of Medicine(Grant Nos.:BWS14J052 and 16CXZ027)
文摘Posttranslational modifications of antibody products affect their stability,charge distribution,and drug activity and are thus a critical quality attribute.The comprehensive mapping of antibody modifications and different charge isomers(CIs)is of utmost importance,but is challenging.We intended to quantitatively characterize the posttranslational modification status of CIs of antibody drugs and explore the impact of posttranslational modifications on charge heterogeneity.The CIs of antibodies were fractionated by strong cation exchange chromatography and verified by capillary isoelectric focusing-whole column imaging detection,followed by stepwise structural characterization at three levels.First,the differences between CIs were explored at the intact protein level using a top-down mass spectrometry approach;this showed differences in glycoforms and deamidation status.Second,at the peptide level,common modifications of oxidation,deamidation,and glycosylation were identified.Peptide mapping showed nonuniform deamidation and glycoform distribution among CIs.In total,10 N-glycoforms were detected by peptide mapping.Finally,an in-depth analysis of glycan variants of CIs was performed through the detection of enriched glycopeptides.Qualitative and quantitative analyses demonstrated the dynamics of 24 N-glycoforms.The results revealed that sialic acid modification is a critical factor accounting for charge heterogeneity,which is otherwise missed in peptide mapping and intact molecular weight analyses.This study demonstrated the importance of the comprehensive analyses of antibody CIs and provides a reference method for the quality control of biopharmaceutical analysis.
基金the National Natural Science Foundation of China(81800561)the State Key Laboratory of Proteomics(SKLP-K201404).
文摘Background:Toll-like receptor 5(TLR5)-mediated pathways play critical roles in regulating the hepatic immune response and show hepatoprotective effects in mouse models of hepatic diseases.However,the role of TLR5 in experimental models of liver regeneration has not been reported.This study aimed to investigate the role of TLR5 in partial hepatectomy(PHx)-induced liver regeneration.Methods:We performed 2/3 PHx in wild-type(WT)mice,TLR5 knockout mice,or TLR5 agonist CBLB502 treated mice,as a model of liver regeneration.Bacterial flagellin content was measured with ELISA,and hepatic TLR5 expression was determined with quantitative PCR analyses and flow cytometry.To study the effects of TLR5 on hepatocyte proliferation,we analyzed bromodeoxyuridine(BrdU)incorporation and proliferating cell nuclear antigen(PCNA)expression with immunohistochemistry(IHC)staining.The effects of TLR5 during the priming phase of liver regeneration were examined with quantitative PCR analyses of immediate early gene mRNA levels,and with Western blotting analysis of hepatic NF-κB and STAT3 activation.Cytokine and growth factor production after PHx were detected with real-time PCR and cytometric bead array(CBA)assays.Oil Red O staining and hepatic lipid concentrations were analyzed to examine the effect of TLR5 on hepatic lipid accumulation after PHx.Results:The bacterial flagellin content in the serum and liver increased,and the hepatic TLR5 expression was significantly up-regulated in WT mice after PHx.TLR5-deficient mice exhibited diminished numbers of BrdU-and PCNA-positive cells,suppressed immediate early gene expression,and decreased cytokine and growth factor production.Moreover,PHx-induced hepatic NF-κB and STAT3 activation was inhibited in Tlr5–/–mice,as compared with WT mice.Consistently,the administration of CBLB502 significantly promoted PHx-mediated hepatocyte proliferation,which was correlated with enhanced production of proinflammatory cytokines and the recruitment of macrophages and neutrophils in the liver.Furthermore,Tlr5–/–mice displayed significantly lower hepatic lipid concentrations and smaller Oil Red O positive areas than those in control mice after PHx.Conclusions:We reveal that TLR5 activation contributes to the initial events of liver regeneration after PHx.Our findings demonstrate that TLR5 signaling positively regulates liver regeneration and suggest the potential of TLR5 agonist to promote liver regeneration.
文摘Background This prospective study integrated multiple clinical indexes and inflammatory markers associated with coronary atherosclerotic vulnerable plaque to establish a risk prediction model that can evaluate a patient with certain risk factors for the likelihood of the occurrence of a coronary heart disease event within one year. Methods This study enrolled in 2686 patients with mild to moderate coronary artery lesions. Eighty-five indexes were recorded, included baseline clinical data, laboratory studies, and procedural characteristics. During the 1-year follow-up, 233 events occurred, five patients died, four patients suffered a nonfatal myocardial infarction, four patients underwent revascularization, and 220 patients were readmitted for angina pectoris. The Risk Estimation Model and the Simplified Model were conducted using Bayesian networks and compared with the Single Factor Models. Results The area under the curve was 0.88 for the Bayesian Model and 0.85 for the Simplified Model, while the Single Factor Model had a maximum area under the curve of 0.65. Conclusion The new models can be used to assess the short-term risk of individual coronary heart disease events and may assist in guiding preventive care.
文摘Recombinant batroxobin(S3101)is a thrombin-like serine protease that binds to fibrinogen or is taken up by the reticuloendothelial system.A literature survey showed no adequate method that could determine sufficient concentrations to evaluate pharmacokinetic parameters for phase I clinical studies.Therefore,a sensitive method is urgently needed to support the clinical pharmacokinetic evaluation of S3101.In this study,a sensitive bioanalytical method was developed and validated,using a Quanterix single molecular array(Simoa)assay.Moreover,to thoroughly assess the platform,enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay and electrochemiluminescence assay were also developed,and their performance was compared with that of this novel technology platform.The assay was validated in compliance with the current guidelines.Measurements with the Simoa assay were precise and accurate,presenting a valid assay range from 6.55 to 4000 pg/mL.The intra-and inter-run accuracy and precision were within-19.3%to 15.3%and 5.5%to 17.0%,respectively.S3101 was stable in human serum for 280 days at-20℃and-70℃,for 2 h prior to pre-treatment and 24 h post pre-treatment at room temperature(22℃-28℃),respectively,and after five and two freeze-thaw cycles at-70℃and-20oC,respectively.The Simoa assay also demonstrated sufficient dilution linearity,assay sensitivity,and parallelism for quantifying S3101 in human serum.The Simoa assay is a sensitive and adequate method for evaluating the pharmacokinetic parameters of S3101 in human serum.
基金supported by National Natural Science Foundation of China (Nos. 32088101, 22074158, 21904008)National Key R&D Program of China (Nos. 2021YFA1302604, 2021YFA1301601, 2017YFA0505002)National Key Laboratory of Proteomics (Nos. SKLP-K201706, 2021-NCPSB-003)。
文摘The cell surface membrane proteome is a class of proteins encoded by ~25% of all protein-coding genes in living organisms and plays a key role in mediating communication between the cells and their surrounding environment. However, most cell surface membrane proteins(CSMPs) are naturally expressed at very low levels compared with intracellular proteins. The difficulties in their purification with high specificity further hinder the understanding of their structure and function. In this study, we developed a new photolabeling probe to achieve efficient tagging and facile enrichment of the CSMPs. The probe is composed of a lipid tail for cell surface localization, a polyethylene glycol(PEG) spacer for increased water solubility, two 4-(N-maleimido)benzophenone(MBP) groups for UV-active tagging of the CSMPs, and a biotin tag for subsequent isolation. Application of this photolabeling probe resulted in the successful enrichment and identification of 3098 annotated CSMPs in HT22 cells with close to 70% selectivity. The proposed photolabeling probe and enrichment strategy were demonstrated to be a powerful method for deep cell surface proteome profiling, representing one of the largest groups of current drug targets.
基金supported by the National Key Research and Development Program of China(2020YFA0804000,2022YFA1103700,2020YFA0112200,2021YFF1201000,the STI2030-Major Projects-2021ZD0202400,2022YFA1103800)the National Natural Science Foundation of China(82201714,81921006,82125011,92149301,92168201,91949209,92049304,92049116,32121001,82192863,82122024,82071588,32000500,82271600,82001477,82201727)+12 种基金the Strategic Priority Research Program of the Chinese Academy of Sciences(XDA16000000)CAS Project for Young Scientists in Basic Research(YSBR-076,YSBR-012)the Program of the Beijing Natural Science Foundation(Z190019)the Fellowship of China Postdoctoral Science Foundation(2022M712216)the Project for Technology Development of Beijing-affiliated Medical Research Institutes(11000023T000002036310)the Pilot Project for Public Welfare Development and Reform of Beijing-affiliated Medical Research Institutes(11000022T000000461062)Youth Innovation Promotion Association of CAS(E1CAZW0401,2022083,2023092)Young Elite Scientists Sponsorship Program by CAST(YESS20200012,YESS20210002)the Informatization Plan of Chinese Academy of Sciences(CAS-WX2021SF-0301,CAS-WX2022SDC-XK14,CASWX2021SF-0101)New Cornerstone Science Foundation through the XPLORER PRIZE(2021-1045)Excellent Young Talents Program of Capital Medical University(12300927)Excellent Young Talents Training Program for the Construction of Beijing Municipal University Teacher Team(BPHR202203105)Beijing Hospitals Authority Youth Programme(QML20230806)。
文摘Cullin-RING E3 ubiquitin ligases(CRLs),the largest family of multi-subunit E3 ubiquitin ligases in eukaryotic cells,represent core cellular machinery for executing protein degradation and maintaining proteostasis.Here,we asked what roles Cullin proteins play in human mesenchymal stem cell(hMSC)homeostasis and senescence.To this end,we conducted a comparative aging phenotype analysis by individually knocking down Cullin members in three senescence models:replicative senescent hMSCs,Hutchinson-Gilford Progeria Syndrome hMSCs,and Werner syndrome hMSCs.Among all family members,we found that CUL2 deficiency rendered hMSCs the most susceptible to senescence.To investigate CUL2-specific underlying mechanisms,we then applied CRISPR/Cas9-mediated gene editing technology to generate CUL2-deficient human embryonic stem cells(hESCs).When we differentiated these into h MSCs,we found that CUL2 deletion markedly accelerates hMSC senescence.Importantly,we identified that CUL2 targets and promotes ubiquitin proteasome-mediated degradation of TSPYL2(a known negative regulator of proliferation)through the substrate receptor protein APPBP2,which in turn downregulates one of the canonical aging marker-P21^(waf1/cip1),and thereby delays senescence.Our work provides important insights into how CRL2^(APPBP2)-mediated TSPYL2 degradation counteracts hMSC senescence,providing a molecular basis for directing intervention strategies against aging and aging-related diseases.
基金This project was supported by grants from the National Natural Science Foundation of China(82273387,82273386,82073217,32270711,82073218 and 82003084)the National Key Research and Develop-ment Program of China(2018YFC1312100)+3 种基金Beijing Nova Program(20220484230)Shanghai Municipal Science and Technology Major Project(2018SHZDZX05)Shanghai Municipal Key Clinical Specialty,CAMS Innovation Fund for Medical Sciences(CIFMS)(2019-I2M-5-058)the State Key Laboratory of Proteomics(SKLP-K202004).
文摘Background:Intrahepatic cholangiocarcinoma(iCCA)is a highly heteroge-neous and lethal hepatobiliary tumor with few therapeutic strategies.The metabolic reprogramming of tumor cells plays an essential role in the develop-ment of tumors,while the metabolic molecular classification of iCCA is largely unknown.Here,we performed an integrated multiomics analysis and metabolic classification to depict differences in metabolic characteristics of iCCA patients,hoping to provide a novel perspective to understand and treat iCCA.Methods:We performed integrated multiomics analysis in 116 iCCA samples,including whole-exome sequencing,bulk RNA-sequencing and proteome anal-ysis.Based on the non-negative matrix factorization method and the protein abundance of metabolic genes in human genome-scale metabolic models,the metabolic subtype of iCCA was determined.Survival and prognostic gene analy-ses were used to compare overall survival(OS)differences between metabolic subtypes.Cell proliferation analysis,5-ethynyl-2’-deoxyuridine(EdU)assay,colony formation assay,RNA-sequencing and Western blotting were performed to investigate the molecular mechanisms of diacylglycerol kinaseα(DGKA)in iCCA cells.Results:Three metabolic subtypes(S1-S3)with subtype-specific biomarkers of iCCA were identified.These metabolic subtypes presented with distinct prog-noses,metabolic features,immune microenvironments,and genetic alterations.The S2 subtype with the worst survival showed the activation of some special metabolic processes,immune-suppressed microenvironment and Kirsten ratsar-coma viral oncogene homolog(KRAS)/AT-rich interactive domain 1A(ARID1A)mutations.Among the S2 subtype-specific upregulated proteins,DGKA was further identified as a potential drug target for iCCA,which promoted cell proliferation by enhancing phosphatidic acid(PA)metabolism and activating mitogen-activated protein kinase(MAPK)signaling.Conclusion:Viamultiomics analyses,we identified three metabolic subtypes of iCCA,revealing that the S2 subtype exhibited the poorest survival outcomes.We further identified DGKA as a potential target for the S2 subtype.
基金This work was supported by the National Key Research and Development Program of China(2018YFA0801104 and 2021YFA1301604)the National Natural Science Foundation of China(82372721,31630093,and 82394443)Independent Research Program of the State Key Laboratory of Proteomics(SKLP-K202004).
文摘Endothelial cells(ECs)form a single cell layer that lines the inner surface of all blood and lymphatic vessels,acting as the barrier between vessels and underlying tissues.ECs are not only responsible for the flow of substances and fluid into and out of tissues but are also involved in many processes,such as coagulation,fibrinolysis,and regulation of vascular tone and inflammation.
基金supported by the National Key R&D Program of China(Grant Nos.2018YFA0507503,2017YFA0505102,2017YFA0505103,and 2017YFA0505104)the National Natural Science Foundation of China(Grant Nos.82072597,62131009,31770892,31970725,31870828,81874237,and 81974016)+2 种基金the Beijing Municipal Natural Science Foundation(Grant No.7192199)the State Key Laboratory of Proteomics(Grant No.SKLP-K202002)the Kaifeng Science and Technology Development Plan Project(Grant No.1806005),China.
文摘Small cell lung cancer(SCLC)is a highly malignant and heterogeneous cancer with limited therapeutic options and prognosis prediction models.Here,we analyzed formalin-fixed,paraffin-embedded(FFPE)samples of surgical resections by proteomic profiling,and stratified SCLC into three proteomic subtypes(S-I,S-II,and S-III)with distinct clinical outcomes and chemotherapy responses.The proteomic subtyping was an independent prognostic factor and performed better than current tumor–node–metastasis or Veterans Administration Lung Study Group staging methods.The subtyping results could be further validated using FFPE biopsy samples from an independent cohort,extending the analysis to both surgical and biopsy samples.The signatures of the S-II subtype in particular suggested potential benefits from immunotherapy.Differentially overexpressed proteins in S-III,the worst prognostic subtype,allowed us to nominate potential therapeutic targets,indicating that patient selection may bring new hope for previously failed clinical trials.Finally,analysis of an independent cohort of SCLC patients who had received immunotherapy validated the prediction that the S-II patients had better progression-free survival and overall survival after first-line immunotherapy.Collectively,our study provides the rationale for future clinical investigations to validate the current findings for more accurate prognosis prediction and precise treatments.
文摘Hepatocellular carcinoma(HCC)is a highly heterogeneous tumor,with dynamic equilibrium and complex interplay between its intricate tumor nature and ambient tumor immune microenvironment(TIME).1 Elegant research has indicated that cancer stem cells,a small subset of neoplastic cells confined within dedicated niches,display stem cell-like properties and interact with cells in TIME,thereby imparting an indelible impact on stemness regulation,tumor heterogeneity,and cancer cell plasticity.2 Previous taxonomies solely from the perspective of stemness or TIME may introduce some degree of bias in the comprehension of HCC carcinogenesis,3,4 and thus it is of paramount importance to systematically consider tumor stemness and TIME as a whole to truly portray the biological landscape of HCC.
基金supported by the National Key Research and Development Program of China(2022YFC2302900 to C.H.L.,2021YFA1300200 to C.H.L.and L.Z.,and 2022YFC2303201 to Q.C.)the National Natural Science Foundation of China(82330069,81825014,and 31830003 to C.H.L.and 82171744 to Q.C.)the State Key Laboratory of Proteomics(SKLP-K202001 to C.H.L.and L.Z.).
文摘The human microbiota,a diverse community of microorganisms living on or within their hosts,play an irreplaceable role in maintaining human health.Dysbiosis of the microbiota is associated with the pathogenesis of diverse human dis-eases.In recent years,growing evidence has been presented to support the substantial effect of human microbiota on the progression of infectious diseases.In this review,we describe the functional role of human microbiota in infec-tious diseases by highlighting their Janus-faced effects in the regulation of acute and chronic infections as well as their related co-morbidities.Thereafter,we review the latest advances elucidating the mechanisms underlying tri-directional interactions between the microbiota,hosts,and invading pathogens,with a further discussion on external environ-mental factors that shape this interconnected regulatory network.A better understanding of the regulatory functions and mechanisms of human microbiota in infectious diseases will facilitate the development of new diagnostic,preven-tive,and therapeutic approaches for infectious diseases.
基金supported by the Major Science and Technologyprojectsof Henan Province,China(No.221100310100).
文摘Gastric cancer(GC)ranks fifth for cancer incidence and fourth for mortality globally.1 Clinical outcomes have varied among patients receiving similar treatments at the same stage,suggesting the current prognostic tools remain somewhat flawed.2,3 single-cell analysis of GC data allowed us to dissect transcriptional programs underlying lymphocyte residency and exhaustion.
基金supported by the National Basic Research Program of China (Grant No. 2006CB910803)the National High Technology Research and Development Program of China (Grant No. 2006AA02A311)
文摘Analysis of the mitochondrial proteome would provide valuable insight into the function of this important organelle, which plays key roles in energy metabolism, apoptosis, free radical production, thermogenesis, and calcium signaling. It could also increase our understanding about the mechanisms that promote mitochondrial disease. To identify proteins that are antigenically dominant in human liver mitochondria, we generated >240 hybridoma cell lines from native mitochondrial proteins after cell fusion, screening, and cloning. Antibodies that recognized mitochondrial proteins were identified by screening human liver cDNA expression libraries. In this study, we identified 6 major antigens that were recognized by at least 2 different monoclonal antibodies (mAbs). The proteins that were antigenically dominant were: acetyl-Coenzyme A acyltransferase 2 (mitochondrial 3-oxoacyl-Coenzyme A thiolase), aldehyde dehydrogenase 1 family member A1, carbamoyl phosphate synthetase 1, dihydrolipoamide S-acetyltransferase (E2 component of pyruvate dehydrogenase complex), enoyl coenzyme A hydratase 1, and hydroxysteroid (11-beta) dehydrogenase 1. We also determined the subcellular localizations of these enzymes within the mitochondria using immunohistocytochemistry. We believe that these well-characterized antibodies will provide a valuable resource for the Human Liver Proteome Project (HLPP), and will make studies aimed at investigating liver mitochondrial function far easier to perform in future. Our results provide strong evidence that, (i) depletion of dominant proteins from liver mitochondrial samples is possible and, (ii) the approaches adopted in this study can be used to explore or validate protein-protein interactions in this important organelle.
基金supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China (Grant Nos. 30621063, 20635010 and 20735005)the National Key Basic Research Program of China (Grant Nos. 2006CB910801, 2004CB518707 and 2007CB914100)the National High Technology Research and Development Program of China (Grant Nos. 2006AA02A308 and 2008AA02Z309)
文摘The human liver is the largest organ in the body and has many important physiological functions. A global analysis of human liver proteins is essential for a better understanding of the molecular basis of the normal functions of the liver and of its diseases. As part of the Human Liver Proteome Project (HLPP), the goal of the present study was to visualize and detect as many proteins as possible in normal human livers using two-dimensional gel electrophoresis (2-DE). We have constructed a reference map of the proteins of human normal liver that can be used for the comprehensive analysis of the human liver proteome and other related research. To improve the resolution and enhance the detection of low abundance proteins, we developed and optimized narrow pH range ultra-zoom 2-DE gels. High resolution patterns of human liver in pH gradients 4.5-5.5, 5-6, 5.5-6.7, 6-9 and 6-11 are presented. To improve the poor resolution in the alkaline pH range of 2-DE gels, we optimized the isoelectric focusing protocol by including sample application using cup loading at the anode and incorporating 1.2% hydroxyethyl disulfide, 15% 2-propanol and 5% glycerol in the rehydration buffer. Using the optimized protocol, we obtained reproducibly better resolution in both analytical and preparative 2-DE gels. Compared with the 2386 and 1878 protein spots resolved in the wide range 3-10 and 4-7 pH gradients respectively, we obtained 5481 protein spots from the multiple (overlapping) narrow pH range ultra-zoom gels in the range of pH 4.5-9. The visualized reference map of normal human liver proteins presented in this paper will be valuable for comparative proteomic research of the liver proteome.
基金funded by the Chinese National Basic Research Program grants(2011CB910600,2013CB911201)to Xu Ping and Li Ning respectivelythe grants of National Natural Science Foundation of China(31070673,31170780)to Xu Ping
文摘Proteomics focuses on the systematic identification and quantification of entire proteomes and interpretation of proteins’biological functions.During the last decade,proteomics in China has grown much faster than other research fields in life sciences.At the beginning of the second decade of the 21st century,the rapid development of high-resolution and high-speed mass spectrometry makes proteomics a powerful tool to study the mechanisms underlying physiological/pathological processes in organisms.This article provides a brief overview of proteomics technology development and representative scientific progress of the Human Liver Proteome Project in China over the past three years.
基金This work was supported by the National Key R&D Program of China(2020YFE0202200)State Key Laboratory of Proteomics(SKLP-C202001 and SKLP-0201703)+1 种基金the Beijing Municipal Education Commission,National Natural Science Foundation of China(81673040 and 31870823)the National Program on Key Basic Research Project(2018YFA0507503,2017YFC0906703,and 2018ZX09733003).
文摘Dear Editor,Since December 2019,the coronavirus disease 2019(COVID-19)caused by the severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus-2(SARS-CoV-2)has become a worldwide pandemic.1 Significant efforts have been made to generate antibodies to help study COVID-19 pathogenesis,perform diagnostic testing,and develop treatment to neutralize SARS-CoV-2 activity.However,the specific sequence of amino acids recognized and bound by an antibody,the"epitope"is unknown for most antibodies.In this study,we developed a high-throughput epitope mapping platform using a peptide-based SARS-CoV-2 proteome microarray.2 to detect the binding epitopes of 57 commercial antibodies to ORFlab,nudeocapsid(N);spike(S),envelop(E),membrane(M),ORF3a,ORF6,ORF7a,and ORF8 proteins(Supplementary Table S1).