The incidence and mortality rates of gastrointestinal(GI)cancer remain high.Despite constant improvements in diagnostic and therapeutic techniques,the early diagnosis,mid-and late-stage treatment,drug tolerance,and ca...The incidence and mortality rates of gastrointestinal(GI)cancer remain high.Despite constant improvements in diagnostic and therapeutic techniques,the early diagnosis,mid-and late-stage treatment,drug tolerance,and cancer recurrence and metastasis in GI cancer remain challenging.In this review article we summarize the recent research advance in the roles of keratins in GI cancer,with the hope that they will become efficient biomarkers for the prediction,diagnosis,or treatment of these malignancies.展开更多
Studies have shown that human hair keratin(HHK) has no antigenicity and excellent mechanical properties. Schwann cells, as unique glial cells in the peripheral nervous system, can be induced by interleukin-1β to secr...Studies have shown that human hair keratin(HHK) has no antigenicity and excellent mechanical properties. Schwann cells, as unique glial cells in the peripheral nervous system, can be induced by interleukin-1β to secrete nerve growth factor, which promotes neural regeneration. Therefore, HHK with Schwann cells may be a more effective approach to repair nerve defects than HHK without Schwann cells. In this study, we established an artificial nerve graft by loading an HHK skeleton with activated Schwann cells. We found that the longitudinal HHK microfilament structure provided adhesion medium, space and direction for Schwann cells, and promoted Schwann cell growth and nerve fiber regeneration. In addition, interleukin-1β not only activates Schwann cells, but also strengthens their activity and increases the expression of nerve growth factors. Activated Schwann cells activate macrophages, and activated macrophages secrete interleukin-1β, which maintains the activity of Schwann cells. Thus, a beneficial cycle forms and promotes nerve repair. Furthermore, our studies have found that the newly constructed artificial nerve graft promotes the improvements in nerve conduction function and motor function in rats with sciatic nerve injury, and increases the expression of nerve injury repair factors fibroblast growth factor 2 and human transforming growth factor B receptor 2. These findings suggest that this artificial nerve graft effectively repairs peripheral nerve injury.展开更多
Halide perovskites with excellent piezoelectric properties,but their poor stability hinders their largescale application.Herein,a sandwich-structured halide perovskite flexible sensor with good stability was developed...Halide perovskites with excellent piezoelectric properties,but their poor stability hinders their largescale application.Herein,a sandwich-structured halide perovskite flexible sensor with good stability was developed according to a three-step procedure as follows:(ⅰ) in-situ growth of wool keratinCsPbBr_(3)(WK-CsPbBr_(3)) using wool keratin in interfacial passivation and coating,(ⅱ) electrospinning of a wool keratin-CsPbBr_(3)/polyacrylonitrile(WCP) nanofiber film,and(ⅲ) coating of the WCP nanofiber with polydimethylsiloxane(PDMS) to obtain a sensor(WCPP).The sensor could generate a piezoelectric voltage of 7.8 V at a pressure of 6 kPa in the stages of pressing and releasing,and the output characteristics did not decline even after 10,000 cycles.Compared to the 4-month stability of the perovskite sensor,WCPP sensor exhibited the output performance even after 16 months,which indicated that wool keratin as a multidentate improved the stability of the halide perovskite.Additionally,the sensor displayed a self-cleaning property and could also light up 14 commercial LEDs.The close-loop recycling of the lead halide perovskite was achieved by dissolving the WCP nanofiber film in DMF and then reelectrospinning.Therefore,the method proposed is a step forward for achieving the commercialization of WK-CsPbBr_(3) and providing new avenues for further utilization of wool waste.展开更多
2016年10月Nature Genetics在线发表了北京大学第一医院皮肤性病科杨勇、林志淼课题组与清华大学谭旭课题组合作的研究成果,题为"Stabilizing mutations of KLHL24 ubiquitin ligase cause loss of keratin 14 and human skin fragilit...2016年10月Nature Genetics在线发表了北京大学第一医院皮肤性病科杨勇、林志淼课题组与清华大学谭旭课题组合作的研究成果,题为"Stabilizing mutations of KLHL24 ubiquitin ligase cause loss of keratin 14 and human skin fragility"。该研究在国际上确定了遗传性大疱性表皮松解症(epidermolysis bullosa,EB)的一种新致病基因KLHL24及其全新发病机制,同时,研究还发现,KLHL24是皮肤结构分化形成及蛋白代谢稳态的重要调节基因,揭示了皮肤角蛋白泛素化的信号传导通路,为角蛋白异常性疾病治疗提供了新途径。展开更多
Here we report a family with a clinical spectrum of Pachyonychia Congenita Tarda (PCT) encompassing two generations via a balanced chromosomal translocation between 4q26 and 12p12.3. We discuss the effects of chromoso...Here we report a family with a clinical spectrum of Pachyonychia Congenita Tarda (PCT) encompassing two generations via a balanced chromosomal translocation between 4q26 and 12p12.3. We discuss the effects of chromosomal translocations on gene expression through involved breakpoints and structural gene abnormalities detected by array CGH. We believe that the family we present gives further insight to the better understanding of molecular and structural basis of keratin disorders, and to the late onset and genetic basis of PCT through the possible role of C-type lectins and human epithelial membrane protein1 (EMP1). Better understanding of the molecular basis of keratin disorders is the foundation for improved diagnosis, genetic counseling and novel therapeutic approaches to overcome the current treatment limitations related to this disease.展开更多
The sandfish is a lizard having the remarkable ability to move in desert sand in a swimming-like fashion. The most outstanding adaptations to this mode of life are the low friction behaviour and the extensive abrasion...The sandfish is a lizard having the remarkable ability to move in desert sand in a swimming-like fashion. The most outstanding adaptations to this mode of life are the low friction behaviour and the extensive abrasion resistance of the sandfish skin against sand, outperforming even steel. We investigated the topography, the composition and the mechanical properties of sandfish scales. These consist of glycosylated keratins with high amount of sulphur but no hard inorganic material, such as silicates or lime. Remarkably, atomic force microscopy shows an almost complete absence of attractive forces between the scale surface and a silicon tip, suggesting that this is responsible for the unusual tribological properties. The unusual glycosylation of the keratins was found to be absolutely necessary for the described phenomenon. The scales were dissolved and reconstituted on a polymer surface resulting in properties similar to the original scale. Thus, we provide a pathway towards exploitation of the reconstituted scale material for future engineering applications.展开更多
AIM:To reconstruct the lamellar cornea using human amniotic epithelial(HAE) cells and rabbit cornea stroma in vitro using tissue engineering technology.·METHODS:Human amnia taken from uncomplicated caesarean sect...AIM:To reconstruct the lamellar cornea using human amniotic epithelial(HAE) cells and rabbit cornea stroma in vitro using tissue engineering technology.·METHODS:Human amnia taken from uncomplicated caesarean sections were digested by collagenase to obtain HAE cells,and the cells were cultured to proliferate.Rabbit corneal epithelial cells were removed by n-heptanol to make lamellar matrix sheets.The second passage of HAE cells were cultured on the corneal stroma sheets for 1 or 2 days,then transferred to an air-liquid interface environment to culture for 2weeks.Tissue engineered lamellar cornea(TELC)morphology was observed by Hematoxylin-eosin(HE)staining;its ultrastructure was observed by transmission electron microscopy(TEM) and scanning electron microscopy(SEM);corneal epithelial cell-specific keratin3 and keratin 12 were detected with immunofluorescence microscopy.·RESULTS:HAE cells grew on the rabbit corneal stroma,forming a monolayer after 1-2 days.About 4-5 layers of epithelial cells developed after 2 weeks of air-liquid interface cultivation,a result similar to normal corneal epithelium.Rabbit corneal stromal cells were significantly reduced after one week,then almost completely disappeared after 2 weeks.TEM showed desmosomes between the epithelial cells;hemidesmosomes formed between the epithelial cells and the basement membrane.SEM revealed that the HAE cells which grew on the lamellar cornea had abundant microvilli.The tissue-engineered cornea expressed keratin 3 and keratin 12,as detected by immunofluorescence assay.·CONCLUSION:Functional tissue-engineered lamellar corneal grafts can be constructed in vitro using HAE cells and rabbit corneal stroma.展开更多
Glycosides of Cistanche(GC)is a preparation used extensively for its neuroprotective effect against neurological diseases,but its mechanisms of action remains incompletely understood.Here,we established a bilateral ...Glycosides of Cistanche(GC)is a preparation used extensively for its neuroprotective effect against neurological diseases,but its mechanisms of action remains incompletely understood.Here,we established a bilateral common carotid artery occlusion model of vascular dementia in rats and injected the model rats with a suspension of GC(10 mg/kg/day,intraperitoneally)for 14 consecutive days.Immunohistochemistry showed that GC significantly reduced p-tau and amyloid beta(Aβ)immunoreactivity in the hippocampus of the model rats.Proteomic analysis demonstrated upregulation of mitochondrial precursor protein and downregulation of keratin type II cytoskeletal6A after GC treatment compared with model rats that had received saline.Western blot assay confirmed these findings.Our results suggest that the neuroprotective effect of GC in vascular dementia occurs via the promotion of neuronal cytoskeleton regeneration.展开更多
Monilethrix, a congenital disease of hair, is usually associated with mutations in keratin genes, like KRT81, KRT83 and KRT86. We conducted this study to investigate the mutation of type Ⅱ human basic hair keratin hH...Monilethrix, a congenital disease of hair, is usually associated with mutations in keratin genes, like KRT81, KRT83 and KRT86. We conducted this study to investigate the mutation of type Ⅱ human basic hair keratin hHb/ KRT gene in a Han family with monilethrix and obtain information for potential pathogenic mechanism study of monilethrix. Peripheral blood samples were drawn for genomic DNA detection. Exon 1 and exon 7 of the KRT81, KRT83 and KRT86 genes were amplified by PCR. All PCR products were sequenced directly using an ABI 310 DNA sequencer. These sequences were aligned with the standard sequences in GenBank using the BLAST software. PCR products were digested with restriction endonuclease and restriction fragment length polymorphism (RFLP) analysis was performed. In this study, we identified one novel mutation, which is a heterozygous transitional mutation of G→A at position 1,289 in exon 7 of the KRT86 gene [R430Q (KRT86)]. RFLP assays for the novel mutation excluded the possibility of polymorphism. The R430Q mutation of the KRT86 gene may be pathogenic for monilethrix. Meanwhile, we did not find any novel mutation or recurrent mutation in exons 1 and 7 of KRT81 and KRT83 and exon 1 of KRT86. There is a potential pathogenic gene in the subjects and our results expand the spectrum of mutations in the hHb6 gene.展开更多
Flexible biosensors with high accuracy and reliable operation in detecting pH and uric acid levels in body fluids are fabricated using well-engineered metaldoped porous carbon as electrode material.The gold nanopartic...Flexible biosensors with high accuracy and reliable operation in detecting pH and uric acid levels in body fluids are fabricated using well-engineered metaldoped porous carbon as electrode material.The gold nanoparticles@N-doped carbon in situ are prepared using wool keratin as both a novel carbon precursor and a stabilizer.The conducting electrode material is fabricated at 500℃ under customized parameters,which mimics A-B type(two different repeating units) polymeric material and displays excellent deprotonation performance(pH sensitivity).The obtained pH sensor exhibits high pH sensitivity of 57 mV/pH unit and insignificant relative standard deviation of 0.088%.Conversely,the composite carbon material with sp^2 structure prepared at 700℃ is doped with nitrogen and gold nanoparticles,which exhibits good conductivity and electrocatalytic activity for uric acid oxidation.The uric acid sensor has linear response over a range of 1-150 μM and a limit of detection 0.1 μM.These results will provide new avenues where biological material will be the best start,which can be useful to target contradictory applications through molecular engineering at mesoscale.展开更多
As an important evolutionary innovation and unique organ,the rumen has played a crucial role in ruminant adaptation to complex ecological environments.However,the cellular basis of its complex morphology and function ...As an important evolutionary innovation and unique organ,the rumen has played a crucial role in ruminant adaptation to complex ecological environments.However,the cellular basis of its complex morphology and function remains largely unknown.In this study,we identified eight major cell types from seven representative prenatal and postnatal rumen samples using~56600 single-cell transcriptomes.We captured the dynamic changes and high heterogeneity in cellular and molecular profiles before,during,and after the appearance of keratinized stratified squamous epithelium with neatly arranged papillae and functional maturity.Basal cells,keratinocytes,differentiating keratinocytes,terminally differentiated keratinocytes,and special spinous cells provided the cellular basis for rumen epithelium formation.Notably,we obtained clear evidence of two keratinization processes involved in early papillogenesis and papillae keratinization and identified TBX3 as a potential marker gene.Importantly,enriched stratum spinosum cells played crucial roles in volatile fatty acid(VFA)metabolism and immune response.Our results provide a comprehensive transcriptional landscape of rumen development at single-cell resolution,as well as valuable insight into the interactions between dietary metabolism and the rumen.展开更多
基金supported by the Wu Jieping Medical Foundation(320.6750.19020).
文摘The incidence and mortality rates of gastrointestinal(GI)cancer remain high.Despite constant improvements in diagnostic and therapeutic techniques,the early diagnosis,mid-and late-stage treatment,drug tolerance,and cancer recurrence and metastasis in GI cancer remain challenging.In this review article we summarize the recent research advance in the roles of keratins in GI cancer,with the hope that they will become efficient biomarkers for the prediction,diagnosis,or treatment of these malignancies.
基金supported by Military Medical Science&Technology Youth Training Program,No. 19QNP005President Foundation of Nanfang Hospital,Southern Medical University,No. 2020B028 (both to JY)。
文摘Studies have shown that human hair keratin(HHK) has no antigenicity and excellent mechanical properties. Schwann cells, as unique glial cells in the peripheral nervous system, can be induced by interleukin-1β to secrete nerve growth factor, which promotes neural regeneration. Therefore, HHK with Schwann cells may be a more effective approach to repair nerve defects than HHK without Schwann cells. In this study, we established an artificial nerve graft by loading an HHK skeleton with activated Schwann cells. We found that the longitudinal HHK microfilament structure provided adhesion medium, space and direction for Schwann cells, and promoted Schwann cell growth and nerve fiber regeneration. In addition, interleukin-1β not only activates Schwann cells, but also strengthens their activity and increases the expression of nerve growth factors. Activated Schwann cells activate macrophages, and activated macrophages secrete interleukin-1β, which maintains the activity of Schwann cells. Thus, a beneficial cycle forms and promotes nerve repair. Furthermore, our studies have found that the newly constructed artificial nerve graft promotes the improvements in nerve conduction function and motor function in rats with sciatic nerve injury, and increases the expression of nerve injury repair factors fibroblast growth factor 2 and human transforming growth factor B receptor 2. These findings suggest that this artificial nerve graft effectively repairs peripheral nerve injury.
基金funded by the National Natural Science Foundation of China (22178210)the Innovation Capability Support Program of Shaanxi (2021TD-16)+1 种基金Key Project of Natural Science Basic Research Program of Shaanxi Province (2023JC-XJ-12)the Shaanxi Provincial “Special Support Plan for High-level Talents”。
文摘Halide perovskites with excellent piezoelectric properties,but their poor stability hinders their largescale application.Herein,a sandwich-structured halide perovskite flexible sensor with good stability was developed according to a three-step procedure as follows:(ⅰ) in-situ growth of wool keratinCsPbBr_(3)(WK-CsPbBr_(3)) using wool keratin in interfacial passivation and coating,(ⅱ) electrospinning of a wool keratin-CsPbBr_(3)/polyacrylonitrile(WCP) nanofiber film,and(ⅲ) coating of the WCP nanofiber with polydimethylsiloxane(PDMS) to obtain a sensor(WCPP).The sensor could generate a piezoelectric voltage of 7.8 V at a pressure of 6 kPa in the stages of pressing and releasing,and the output characteristics did not decline even after 10,000 cycles.Compared to the 4-month stability of the perovskite sensor,WCPP sensor exhibited the output performance even after 16 months,which indicated that wool keratin as a multidentate improved the stability of the halide perovskite.Additionally,the sensor displayed a self-cleaning property and could also light up 14 commercial LEDs.The close-loop recycling of the lead halide perovskite was achieved by dissolving the WCP nanofiber film in DMF and then reelectrospinning.Therefore,the method proposed is a step forward for achieving the commercialization of WK-CsPbBr_(3) and providing new avenues for further utilization of wool waste.
文摘2016年10月Nature Genetics在线发表了北京大学第一医院皮肤性病科杨勇、林志淼课题组与清华大学谭旭课题组合作的研究成果,题为"Stabilizing mutations of KLHL24 ubiquitin ligase cause loss of keratin 14 and human skin fragility"。该研究在国际上确定了遗传性大疱性表皮松解症(epidermolysis bullosa,EB)的一种新致病基因KLHL24及其全新发病机制,同时,研究还发现,KLHL24是皮肤结构分化形成及蛋白代谢稳态的重要调节基因,揭示了皮肤角蛋白泛素化的信号传导通路,为角蛋白异常性疾病治疗提供了新途径。
文摘Here we report a family with a clinical spectrum of Pachyonychia Congenita Tarda (PCT) encompassing two generations via a balanced chromosomal translocation between 4q26 and 12p12.3. We discuss the effects of chromosomal translocations on gene expression through involved breakpoints and structural gene abnormalities detected by array CGH. We believe that the family we present gives further insight to the better understanding of molecular and structural basis of keratin disorders, and to the late onset and genetic basis of PCT through the possible role of C-type lectins and human epithelial membrane protein1 (EMP1). Better understanding of the molecular basis of keratin disorders is the foundation for improved diagnosis, genetic counseling and novel therapeutic approaches to overcome the current treatment limitations related to this disease.
文摘The sandfish is a lizard having the remarkable ability to move in desert sand in a swimming-like fashion. The most outstanding adaptations to this mode of life are the low friction behaviour and the extensive abrasion resistance of the sandfish skin against sand, outperforming even steel. We investigated the topography, the composition and the mechanical properties of sandfish scales. These consist of glycosylated keratins with high amount of sulphur but no hard inorganic material, such as silicates or lime. Remarkably, atomic force microscopy shows an almost complete absence of attractive forces between the scale surface and a silicon tip, suggesting that this is responsible for the unusual tribological properties. The unusual glycosylation of the keratins was found to be absolutely necessary for the described phenomenon. The scales were dissolved and reconstituted on a polymer surface resulting in properties similar to the original scale. Thus, we provide a pathway towards exploitation of the reconstituted scale material for future engineering applications.
基金National Natural Science Foundation of China (No.30872808No.81100637)
文摘AIM:To reconstruct the lamellar cornea using human amniotic epithelial(HAE) cells and rabbit cornea stroma in vitro using tissue engineering technology.·METHODS:Human amnia taken from uncomplicated caesarean sections were digested by collagenase to obtain HAE cells,and the cells were cultured to proliferate.Rabbit corneal epithelial cells were removed by n-heptanol to make lamellar matrix sheets.The second passage of HAE cells were cultured on the corneal stroma sheets for 1 or 2 days,then transferred to an air-liquid interface environment to culture for 2weeks.Tissue engineered lamellar cornea(TELC)morphology was observed by Hematoxylin-eosin(HE)staining;its ultrastructure was observed by transmission electron microscopy(TEM) and scanning electron microscopy(SEM);corneal epithelial cell-specific keratin3 and keratin 12 were detected with immunofluorescence microscopy.·RESULTS:HAE cells grew on the rabbit corneal stroma,forming a monolayer after 1-2 days.About 4-5 layers of epithelial cells developed after 2 weeks of air-liquid interface cultivation,a result similar to normal corneal epithelium.Rabbit corneal stromal cells were significantly reduced after one week,then almost completely disappeared after 2 weeks.TEM showed desmosomes between the epithelial cells;hemidesmosomes formed between the epithelial cells and the basement membrane.SEM revealed that the HAE cells which grew on the lamellar cornea had abundant microvilli.The tissue-engineered cornea expressed keratin 3 and keratin 12,as detected by immunofluorescence assay.·CONCLUSION:Functional tissue-engineered lamellar corneal grafts can be constructed in vitro using HAE cells and rabbit corneal stroma.
基金supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China,No.30960520the Natural Science Foundation of Inner Mongolia Autonomous Region of China,No.2016MS0837
文摘Glycosides of Cistanche(GC)is a preparation used extensively for its neuroprotective effect against neurological diseases,but its mechanisms of action remains incompletely understood.Here,we established a bilateral common carotid artery occlusion model of vascular dementia in rats and injected the model rats with a suspension of GC(10 mg/kg/day,intraperitoneally)for 14 consecutive days.Immunohistochemistry showed that GC significantly reduced p-tau and amyloid beta(Aβ)immunoreactivity in the hippocampus of the model rats.Proteomic analysis demonstrated upregulation of mitochondrial precursor protein and downregulation of keratin type II cytoskeletal6A after GC treatment compared with model rats that had received saline.Western blot assay confirmed these findings.Our results suggest that the neuroprotective effect of GC in vascular dementia occurs via the promotion of neuronal cytoskeleton regeneration.
基金supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China (No. 30771947)Provincal Natural Science Foundation of Jiangsu (No. BK2007248)
文摘Monilethrix, a congenital disease of hair, is usually associated with mutations in keratin genes, like KRT81, KRT83 and KRT86. We conducted this study to investigate the mutation of type Ⅱ human basic hair keratin hHb/ KRT gene in a Han family with monilethrix and obtain information for potential pathogenic mechanism study of monilethrix. Peripheral blood samples were drawn for genomic DNA detection. Exon 1 and exon 7 of the KRT81, KRT83 and KRT86 genes were amplified by PCR. All PCR products were sequenced directly using an ABI 310 DNA sequencer. These sequences were aligned with the standard sequences in GenBank using the BLAST software. PCR products were digested with restriction endonuclease and restriction fragment length polymorphism (RFLP) analysis was performed. In this study, we identified one novel mutation, which is a heterozygous transitional mutation of G→A at position 1,289 in exon 7 of the KRT86 gene [R430Q (KRT86)]. RFLP assays for the novel mutation excluded the possibility of polymorphism. The R430Q mutation of the KRT86 gene may be pathogenic for monilethrix. Meanwhile, we did not find any novel mutation or recurrent mutation in exons 1 and 7 of KRT81 and KRT83 and exon 1 of KRT86. There is a potential pathogenic gene in the subjects and our results expand the spectrum of mutations in the hHb6 gene.
基金supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China(Grant Nos.51502253,U1405226,21503175,51773171,and 21705135)Natural Science Foundation of Guangdong Province(Grant No.2016A030310369)+5 种基金Natural Science Foundation of Fujian Province(Grant No.2017J01104)the Fundamental Research Funds for the Central Universities of China(Grant Nos.20720160127 and 20720180013)Doctoral Fund of the Ministry of Education(Grant No.20130121110018)NUS Ac RF Tier 1(Grant No.R-144-000-367-112)the “111” Project(Grant No.B16029)the 1000 Talents Program funding from the Xiamen University。
文摘Flexible biosensors with high accuracy and reliable operation in detecting pH and uric acid levels in body fluids are fabricated using well-engineered metaldoped porous carbon as electrode material.The gold nanoparticles@N-doped carbon in situ are prepared using wool keratin as both a novel carbon precursor and a stabilizer.The conducting electrode material is fabricated at 500℃ under customized parameters,which mimics A-B type(two different repeating units) polymeric material and displays excellent deprotonation performance(pH sensitivity).The obtained pH sensor exhibits high pH sensitivity of 57 mV/pH unit and insignificant relative standard deviation of 0.088%.Conversely,the composite carbon material with sp^2 structure prepared at 700℃ is doped with nitrogen and gold nanoparticles,which exhibits good conductivity and electrocatalytic activity for uric acid oxidation.The uric acid sensor has linear response over a range of 1-150 μM and a limit of detection 0.1 μM.These results will provide new avenues where biological material will be the best start,which can be useful to target contradictory applications through molecular engineering at mesoscale.
基金supported by the Strategic Priority Research Program of the Chinese Academy of Sciences(XDA26040301-02)National Natural Science Foundation of China(31970392,32172752,32122083)+2 种基金Research Funds for Interdisciplinary Subject of NWPU(19SH030408)Funds Awarded by the 1000 Talent Project of Shaanxi Province,Project for Top Young Talents Program of College of Animal Science and Technology of Nanjing Agricultural University(DKQB201904)Talents Team Construction Fund of Jilin Agricultural University.
文摘As an important evolutionary innovation and unique organ,the rumen has played a crucial role in ruminant adaptation to complex ecological environments.However,the cellular basis of its complex morphology and function remains largely unknown.In this study,we identified eight major cell types from seven representative prenatal and postnatal rumen samples using~56600 single-cell transcriptomes.We captured the dynamic changes and high heterogeneity in cellular and molecular profiles before,during,and after the appearance of keratinized stratified squamous epithelium with neatly arranged papillae and functional maturity.Basal cells,keratinocytes,differentiating keratinocytes,terminally differentiated keratinocytes,and special spinous cells provided the cellular basis for rumen epithelium formation.Notably,we obtained clear evidence of two keratinization processes involved in early papillogenesis and papillae keratinization and identified TBX3 as a potential marker gene.Importantly,enriched stratum spinosum cells played crucial roles in volatile fatty acid(VFA)metabolism and immune response.Our results provide a comprehensive transcriptional landscape of rumen development at single-cell resolution,as well as valuable insight into the interactions between dietary metabolism and the rumen.