[Objective] To predict the secondary structure and B cell epitopes of the rice major allergen RAG1. [Method] The amino acid sequence of rice allergen RAG1 was acquired from Expasy protein database. The secondary struc...[Objective] To predict the secondary structure and B cell epitopes of the rice major allergen RAG1. [Method] The amino acid sequence of rice allergen RAG1 was acquired from Expasy protein database. The secondary structure of RAG1 was predicted by DNAStar Protean software with Gamier-Robson program, Chou-Fasman program and Karplus-Schulz program; the B cell epitopes of RAG1 was predicted with the Kyte Doolittle hydrophilic program, Emini surface accessibility program and Jameson-Wolf antigenic index program. [Result] The predictions on secondary structure and B cell epitopes showed that the regions of 33-44, 119-129, 155-163 were the dominant B cell epitopes. [Conclusion] This study predicted the potential dominant B cell epitopes in rice allergen RAG1 by comprehensive use of multi-methods and multi-parameters, and provided a theoretical basis for further researches on identification, antigen modification and epitope vaccine design of RAG1 B cell epitopes.展开更多
Although the transcription factor, nudear factor-κB （NF-κB） is known to regulate cell death and survival, its precise role in cell death within the central nervous system （CNS） remains unknown. We previously rep...Although the transcription factor, nudear factor-κB （NF-κB） is known to regulate cell death and survival, its precise role in cell death within the central nervous system （CNS） remains unknown. We previously reported that mice with a homozygous deficiency for NF-κBp50 spon- taneously developed optic neuropathy. We examined the expression and activation of pro-apoptotic factor（s） that mediate optic neuropathy in p50-/- mice. Recombination activating gene 1 （Ragl） is known to regulate the recombination of immunoglobulin V（D）J.展开更多
Background:Abnormal alternative splicing is frequently associated with carcinogenesis.In B-cell acute lymphoblastic leukemia(B-ALL),double homeobox 4 fused with immunoglobulin heavy chain(DUX4/IGH)can lead to the aber...Background:Abnormal alternative splicing is frequently associated with carcinogenesis.In B-cell acute lymphoblastic leukemia(B-ALL),double homeobox 4 fused with immunoglobulin heavy chain(DUX4/IGH)can lead to the aberrant production of E-26 transformation-specific family related gene abnormal transcript(ERGalt)and other splicing variants.However,the molecular mechanism underpinning this process remains elusive.Here,we aimed to know how DUX4/IGH triggers abnormal splicing in leukemia.Methods:The differential intron retention analysis was conducted to identify novel DUX4/IGH-driven splicing in B-ALL patients.X-ray crystallography,small angle X-ray scattering(SAXS),and analytical ultracentrifugation were used to investigate how DUX4/IGH recognize double DUX4 responsive element(DRE)-DRE sites.The ERGalt biogenesis and B-cell differentiation assays were performed to characterize the DUX4/IGH crosslinking activity.To check whether recombination-activating gene 1/2(RAG1/2)was required for DUX4/IGH-driven splicing,the proximity ligation assay,co-immunoprecipitation,mammalian two hybrid characterizations,in vitro RAG1/2 cleavage,and shRNA knock-down assays were performed.Results:We reported previously unrecognized intron retention events in Ctype lectin domain family 12,member A abnormal transcript(CLEC12Aalt)and chromosome 6 open reading frame 89 abnormal transcript(C6orf89alt),where also harbored repetitive DRE-DRE sites.Supportively,X-ray crystallography and SAXS characterization revealed that DUX4 homeobox domain(HD)1-HD2 might dimerize into a dumbbell-shape trans configuration to crosslink two adjacent DRE sites.Impaired DUX4/IGH-mediated crosslinking abolishes ERGalt,CLEC12Aalt,and C6orf89alt biogenesis,resulting in marked alleviation of its inhibitory effect on B-cell differentiation.Furthermore,we also observed a rare RAG1/2-mediated recombination signal sequence-like DNA edition in DUX4/IGH target genes.Supportively,shRNA knock-down of RAG1/2 in leukemic Reh cells consistently impaired the biogenesis of ERGalt,CLEC12Aalt,and C6orf89alt.Conclusions:All these results suggest that DUX4/IGH-driven DNA crosslinking is required for RAG1/2 recruitment onto the double tandem DRE-DRE sites,catalyzing V(D)J-like recombination and oncogenic splicing in acute lymphoblastic leukemia.展开更多
Severe combined immunodeficiency(SCiD)encompasses a range of inherited disorders that lead to a profound deterioration of the immune system.Among the pivotal genes associated with SCID,RAG1 and IL2RG play crucial role...Severe combined immunodeficiency(SCiD)encompasses a range of inherited disorders that lead to a profound deterioration of the immune system.Among the pivotal genes associated with SCID,RAG1 and IL2RG play crucial roles.IL2RG is essential for the development,differentiation,and functioning of T,B,and NK cells,while RAG1 critically contributes to adaptive immunity by facilitating V(D)J recombination during the maturation of lymphocytes.Animal models carrying mutations in these genes exhibit notable deficiencies in their immune systems.展开更多
基金Supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China(30771240)the Academic Team for Scientific Research Innovation of Guangzhou Education System(B94118)~~
文摘[Objective] To predict the secondary structure and B cell epitopes of the rice major allergen RAG1. [Method] The amino acid sequence of rice allergen RAG1 was acquired from Expasy protein database. The secondary structure of RAG1 was predicted by DNAStar Protean software with Gamier-Robson program, Chou-Fasman program and Karplus-Schulz program; the B cell epitopes of RAG1 was predicted with the Kyte Doolittle hydrophilic program, Emini surface accessibility program and Jameson-Wolf antigenic index program. [Result] The predictions on secondary structure and B cell epitopes showed that the regions of 33-44, 119-129, 155-163 were the dominant B cell epitopes. [Conclusion] This study predicted the potential dominant B cell epitopes in rice allergen RAG1 by comprehensive use of multi-methods and multi-parameters, and provided a theoretical basis for further researches on identification, antigen modification and epitope vaccine design of RAG1 B cell epitopes.
文摘Although the transcription factor, nudear factor-κB （NF-κB） is known to regulate cell death and survival, its precise role in cell death within the central nervous system （CNS） remains unknown. We previously reported that mice with a homozygous deficiency for NF-κBp50 spon- taneously developed optic neuropathy. We examined the expression and activation of pro-apoptotic factor（s） that mediate optic neuropathy in p50-/- mice. Recombination activating gene 1 （Ragl） is known to regulate the recombination of immunoglobulin V（D）J.
基金National Natural Science Foundation of China,Grant/Award Numbers:81970132,81770142,81800144,31800642Shanghai Science and Technology Committee,Grant/Award Number:20JC1410600+3 种基金Shanghai Guangci Translational Medical Research Development FoundationShanghai Municipal Education Commission-Gaofeng Clinical Medicine Grant Support,Grant/Award Number:20152504The Program for Professor of Special Appointment(Eastern Scholar)at Shanghai Institute of Higher LearningSamuel Waxman Cancer Research Foundation。
文摘Background:Abnormal alternative splicing is frequently associated with carcinogenesis.In B-cell acute lymphoblastic leukemia(B-ALL),double homeobox 4 fused with immunoglobulin heavy chain(DUX4/IGH)can lead to the aberrant production of E-26 transformation-specific family related gene abnormal transcript(ERGalt)and other splicing variants.However,the molecular mechanism underpinning this process remains elusive.Here,we aimed to know how DUX4/IGH triggers abnormal splicing in leukemia.Methods:The differential intron retention analysis was conducted to identify novel DUX4/IGH-driven splicing in B-ALL patients.X-ray crystallography,small angle X-ray scattering(SAXS),and analytical ultracentrifugation were used to investigate how DUX4/IGH recognize double DUX4 responsive element(DRE)-DRE sites.The ERGalt biogenesis and B-cell differentiation assays were performed to characterize the DUX4/IGH crosslinking activity.To check whether recombination-activating gene 1/2(RAG1/2)was required for DUX4/IGH-driven splicing,the proximity ligation assay,co-immunoprecipitation,mammalian two hybrid characterizations,in vitro RAG1/2 cleavage,and shRNA knock-down assays were performed.Results:We reported previously unrecognized intron retention events in Ctype lectin domain family 12,member A abnormal transcript(CLEC12Aalt)and chromosome 6 open reading frame 89 abnormal transcript(C6orf89alt),where also harbored repetitive DRE-DRE sites.Supportively,X-ray crystallography and SAXS characterization revealed that DUX4 homeobox domain(HD)1-HD2 might dimerize into a dumbbell-shape trans configuration to crosslink two adjacent DRE sites.Impaired DUX4/IGH-mediated crosslinking abolishes ERGalt,CLEC12Aalt,and C6orf89alt biogenesis,resulting in marked alleviation of its inhibitory effect on B-cell differentiation.Furthermore,we also observed a rare RAG1/2-mediated recombination signal sequence-like DNA edition in DUX4/IGH target genes.Supportively,shRNA knock-down of RAG1/2 in leukemic Reh cells consistently impaired the biogenesis of ERGalt,CLEC12Aalt,and C6orf89alt.Conclusions:All these results suggest that DUX4/IGH-driven DNA crosslinking is required for RAG1/2 recruitment onto the double tandem DRE-DRE sites,catalyzing V(D)J-like recombination and oncogenic splicing in acute lymphoblastic leukemia.
基金This work was supported by the National Key Research and Development Program of China(2021YFA0805300,2021YFA0805204)the National Natural Science Foundation of China(82171244,81922026,32170981)Guangzhou Key Research Program on Brain Science(202007030008).
文摘Severe combined immunodeficiency(SCiD)encompasses a range of inherited disorders that lead to a profound deterioration of the immune system.Among the pivotal genes associated with SCID,RAG1 and IL2RG play crucial roles.IL2RG is essential for the development,differentiation,and functioning of T,B,and NK cells,while RAG1 critically contributes to adaptive immunity by facilitating V(D)J recombination during the maturation of lymphocytes.Animal models carrying mutations in these genes exhibit notable deficiencies in their immune systems.
