Fibroblast growth factor-2 delays the loss of chondrogenic potential in adult bone marrow-derived mesenchymal stem cells
Fibroblast growth factor-2 enhances proliferation and delays loss of chondrogenic potential in human adult bone-marrow-derived mesenchymal stem cells.
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View SamplesTo obtain a comprehensive view of genes contributing to long-term memory we performed mRNA sequencing from single Drosophila heads following behavioral training that produces long-lasting memory. Overall design: Drosophila trained with an appetitive conditioning paradigm using Sucrose were collected prior to starvation, training, and 1 or 4 hours post-training, 5 to 6 replicates each, for RNA-Seq analysis of the fly heads with an Illumina HiSeq 2000.
Antimicrobial peptides modulate long-term memory.
Specimen part, Subject
View SamplesRelative levels of RNA transcripts were compared between anterior and posterior wing bud thirds from stage HH24 normal and talpid3 mutant chicken embryos using chicken Affymetrix chips. Data collected with Affymetrix scanner was normalized using the Plier algorithm within the expression console package from Affymetrix and log2 transformed. 5 replicates of anterior third normal wing buds, 4 replicates of posterior third of normal wing buds and 4 replicates each of anterior and posterior thirds of talpid3 wing buds at stage HH24 were examined.
Identification of genes downstream of the Shh signalling in the developing chick wing and syn-expressed with Hoxd13 using microarray and 3D computational analysis.
Age, Specimen part
View SamplesSp1 is a transcription factor able to regulate many genes through its DNA binding domain, containing three zinc fingers. We were interested in identifying target genes regulated by Sp1, with a special emphasis to those involved in proliferation and cancer. Our approach was to treat HeLa cells with a siRNA directed against Sp1 mRNA (siSp1) to decrease the expression of Sp1 and, in turn, the genes activated by this transcription factor. Sp1 siRNA treatment led to a great number of differentially expressed genes as determined by whole genome cDNA microarray analysis. Underexpressed genes were selected since they represent putative genes activated by Sp1. These underexpressed genes were classified in six Gene Onthology categories, namely proliferation and cancer, mRNA processing, lipidic metabolism, glucidic metabolism, transcription and translation. Putative Sp1 binding sites were found in the promoters of the selected genes using the MatchTM software. After literature mining, 11 genes were selected for further validation of their expression levels using RT-real time PCR. Underexpression was confirmed for the 11 genes plus Sp1 in HeLa cells after siSp1 treatment. Additionally, EMSA and chromatin immunoprecipitation assays were performed to test for binding between Sp1 and the promoters of these genes. We observed binding of Sp1 to the promoters of RAB20, FGF21, IHPK2, ARHGAP18, NPM3, SRSF7, CALM3, PGD and Sp1 itself. Finally, the mRNA levels of RAB20, FGF21 and IHPK2, three genes related with proliferation and cancer, were determined after overexpression of Sp1 in HeLa cells, to confirm their relationship with Sp1.
Identification of novel Sp1 targets involved in proliferation and cancer by functional genomics.
Specimen part, Cell line
View SamplesFrankincense oil is prepared from aromatic hardened wood resin obtained by tapping Boswellia trees. For thousands of years, it has been important both socially and economically as an ingredient in incense and perfumes. Frankincense oil is a botanical oil distillate made from fermented plants that contains boswellic acid, a component known to have anti-neoplastic properties. We evaluated frankincense oil-induced cytotoxicity in bladder cancer cells. With a window of concentration, frankincense oil suppressed cell viability and induced cytotoxicity in bladder transitional carcinoma J82 cells but not normal bladder urothelial UROtsa cells immortalized with SV40 large T antigen. However, frankincense oil-induced J82 cell death did not result in DNA fragmentation. Microarray and bioinformatics analysis confirmed that frankincense oil activated cell cycle arrest, suppressed cell proliferation, and activated apoptosis in J82 cells through a series of potential pathways. These finding suggest that bladder cancer can be treated through intravesical administration of pharmaceutical agents similar to direct application on melanoma.
Frankincense oil derived from Boswellia carteri induces tumor cell specific cytotoxicity.
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View SamplesExpression data from CD34+ hematopoietic cells transduced with control or anti-SLPI shRNA, serum starved and treated with G-CSF.
A lack of secretory leukocyte protease inhibitor (SLPI) causes defects in granulocytic differentiation.
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View SamplesBased on RNA-seq, we performed transcriptomic profiling to examine the similarities or differences between BICA (bone-in-culture array) and IVBL (in vivo bone lesion). CIBERSORT analysis reveals that the major local cellular components are comparable between BICA and IVBL, but differ dramatically in orthotopic tumors. Principle component analysis of human RNAs indicated that the transcriptomic profiles of cancer cells in BICA are more closely mimicking IVBL, as compared to cancer cells in 2D and in orthotopic tumors. These results provide transcriptome-wide evidence supporting BICA as a platform to mimic bone microenvironment. Overall design: 2D culture cells, orthotopic tumors, BICA samples and bone lesions, all developed by MCF-7, are subject to NGS and then analyzed.
Bone-in-culture array as a platform to model early-stage bone metastases and discover anti-metastasis therapies.
Specimen part, Cell line, Subject
View SamplesThe goal of this study is to define genes that are differentially expressed in Down syndrome leukemic blasts after treatment with valproic acid (VPA)
Histone deacetylase inhibitors induce apoptosis in myeloid leukemia by suppressing autophagy.
Specimen part, Treatment
View SamplesKnockdown of HCLS1 mRNA in CD34+ hematopoietic cells resulted in a severe diminished in vitro myeloid differentiation which was in line with downregulation of a set of genes, e.g., of Wnt or PI3K/Akt signaling cascades. We performed microarrays to evaluate specific genes and signaling systems regulated by HCLS1 in hematopoietic cells.
Interactions among HCLS1, HAX1 and LEF-1 proteins are essential for G-CSF-triggered granulopoiesis.
Specimen part, Disease, Disease stage, Treatment
View SamplesLysosome-related organelles have versatile functions including protein and lipid degradation, signal transduction, and protein secretion. The molecular elucidation of rare congenital diseases affecting endosomal/lysosomal biogenesis has given insights into physiological functions of the innate and adaptive immune system.. Here, we describe a novel human primary immunodeficiency disorder and provide evidence that the endosomal adaptor protein p14, previously characterized as confining mitogen-activated-protein-kinase (MAPK) signaling to late endosomes, is critical for the function of neutrophils, B-cells, cytotoxic T-cells and melanocytes. Combining genetic linkage studies and transcriptional profiling analysis, we identified a homozygous point mutation in the 3 UTR of p14 (also known as MAPBPIP), resulting in decreased protein expression. In p14-deficient cells, the distribution of late endosomes was severely perturbed, suggesting a novel role for p14 in endosomal biogenesis. These findings have implications for understanding endosomal membrane dynamics, compartmentalization of cell signal cascades, and their role in immunity.
A novel human primary immunodeficiency syndrome caused by deficiency of the endosomal adaptor protein p14.
Specimen part
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