Selective targeting of neuroblastoma tumour-initiating cells by compounds identified in stem cell-based small molecule screens.

abstract：:Gene therapy critically relies on vectors that combine high transduction efficiency with a high degree of target specificity and that can be administered through a safe intravenous route. The lack of suitable vectors, especially for gene therapy of brain disorders, represents a major obstacle. Therefore, we applied an...

journal_title：EMBO molecular medicine

authors： Körbelin J,Dogbevia G,Michelfelder S,Ridder DA,Hunger A,Wenzel J,Seismann H,Lampe M,Bannach J,Pasparakis M,Kleinschmidt JA,Schwaninger M,Trepel M

更新日期：2016-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Autologous haematopoietic stem cell transplantation is highly efficient for the treatment of systemic autoimmune diseases, but its consequences for the immune system remain poorly understood. Here, we describe an optimized RNA-based technology for unbiased amplification of T cell receptor beta-chain libraries and use ...

journal_title：EMBO molecular medicine

authors： Mamedov IZ,Britanova OV,Bolotin DA,Chkalina AV,Staroverov DB,Zvyagin IV,Kotlobay AA,Turchaninova MA,Fedorenko DA,Novik AA,Sharonov GV,Lukyanov S,Chudakov DM,Lebedev YB

更新日期：2011-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：:We survive because we adapted to a world of microorganisms. All our epithelial surfaces participate in keeping up an effective barrier against microbes while not initiating ongoing inflammatory processes and risking collateral damage to the host. Major players in this scenario are antimicrobial peptides (AMPs). Such b...

journal_title：EMBO molecular medicine

authors： Ostaff MJ,Stange EF,Wehkamp J

更新日期：2013-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Angiogenic growth factors have recently been linked to tissue metabolism. We have used genetic gain- and loss-of function models to elucidate the effects and mechanisms of action of vascular endothelial growth factor-B (VEGF-B) in the heart. A cardiomyocyte-specific VEGF-B transgene induced an expanded coronary arteri...

journal_title：EMBO molecular medicine

authors： Kivelä R,Bry M,Robciuc MR,Räsänen M,Taavitsainen M,Silvola JM,Saraste A,Hulmi JJ,Anisimov A,Mäyränpää MI,Lindeman JH,Eklund L,Hellberg S,Hlushchuk R,Zhuang ZW,Simons M,Djonov V,Knuuti J,Mervaala E,Alitalo K

更新日期：2014-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Both the incidence and prevalence of inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) is increasing globally; in the industrialized world up to 0.5% of the population are affected and around 4.2 million individuals suffer from IBD in Europe and North America combined. Successful engraftment in experimental colitis models suggests tha...

journal_title：EMBO molecular medicine

authors： Holmberg FE,Seidelin JB,Yin X,Mead BE,Tong Z,Li Y,Karp JM,Nielsen OH

更新日期：2017-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Highly active antiretroviral therapy (HAART) has improved the outlook for the HIV epidemic, but does not provide a cure. The proposed "shock-and-kill" strategy is directed at inducing latent HIV reservoirs, which may then be purged via boosted immune response or targeting infected cells. We describe five novel compoun...

journal_title：EMBO molecular medicine

authors： Hashemi P,Barreto K,Bernhard W,Lomness A,Honson N,Pfeifer TA,Harrigan PR,Sadowski I

更新日期：2018-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The nucleoside adenosine is a potent regulator of vascular homeostasis, but it remains unclear how expression or function of the adenosine-metabolizing enzyme adenosine kinase (ADK) and the intracellular adenosine levels influence angiogenesis. We show here that hypoxia lowered the expression of ADK and increased the ...

journal_title：EMBO molecular medicine

authors： Xu Y,Wang Y,Yan S,Zhou Y,Yang Q,Pan Y,Zeng X,An X,Liu Z,Wang L,Xu J,Cao Y,Fulton DJ,Weintraub NL,Bagi Z,Hoda MN,Wang X,Li Q,Hong M,Jiang X,Boison D,Weber C,Wu C,Huo Y

更新日期：2017-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Transferring large or multiple genes into primary human stem/progenitor cells is challenged by restrictions in vector capacity, and this hurdle limits the success of gene therapy. A paradigm is Duchenne muscular dystrophy (DMD), an incurable disorder caused by mutations in the largest human gene: dystrophin. The combi...

journal_title：EMBO molecular medicine

authors： Benedetti S,Uno N,Hoshiya H,Ragazzi M,Ferrari G,Kazuki Y,Moyle LA,Tonlorenzi R,Lombardo A,Chaouch S,Mouly V,Moore M,Popplewell L,Kazuki K,Katoh M,Naldini L,Dickson G,Messina G,Oshimura M,Cossu G,Tedesco FS

更新日期：2018-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Human memory B cells and plasma cells represent a rich source of antibodies that have been selected in response to human pathogens. In the last decade, different methods have been developed to interrogate the human memory repertoire and isolate monoclonal antibodies. I will discuss how a target-agnostic approach based...

journal_title：EMBO molecular medicine

authors： Lanzavecchia A

更新日期：2018-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Arteriogenesis-the growth of collateral arterioles-partially compensates for the progressive occlusion of large conductance arteries as it may occur as a consequence of coronary, cerebral or peripheral artery disease. Despite being clinically highly relevant, mechanisms driving this process remain elusive. In this con...

journal_title：EMBO molecular medicine

authors： Arnold C,Feldner A,Pfisterer L,Hödebeck M,Troidl K,Genové G,Wieland T,Hecker M,Korff T

更新日期：2014-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Formation of pathogenic antibodies is a major problem in replacement therapies for inherited protein deficiencies. For example, antibodies to coagulation factors ('inhibitors') seriously complicate treatment of haemophilia. While immune tolerance induction (ITI) protocols have been developed, inhibitors against factor...

journal_title：EMBO molecular medicine

authors： Markusic DM,Hoffman BE,Perrin GQ,Nayak S,Wang X,LoDuca PA,High KA,Herzog RW

更新日期：2013-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The lack of actionable mutations in patients with non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC) presents a significant hurdle in the design of targeted therapies for this disease. Here, we identify somatically mutated ABL1 as a genetic dependency that is required to maintain NSCLC cell survival. We demonstrate that NSCLC cells w...

journal_title：EMBO molecular medicine

authors： Testoni E,Stephenson NL,Torres-Ayuso P,Marusiak AA,Trotter EW,Hudson A,Hodgkinson CL,Morrow CJ,Dive C,Brognard J

更新日期：2016-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Activation of non-shivering thermogenesis (NST) in brown adipose tissue (BAT) has been proposed as an anti-obesity treatment. Moreover, cold-induced glucose uptake could normalize blood glucose levels in insulin-resistant patients. It is therefore important to identify novel regulators of NST and cold-induced glucose ...

journal_title：EMBO molecular medicine

authors： Albert V,Svensson K,Shimobayashi M,Colombi M,Muñoz S,Jimenez V,Handschin C,Bosch F,Hall MN

更新日期：2016-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The cytokine TNF drives inflammatory diseases, e.g., Crohn's disease. In a mouse model of TNF-induced systemic inflammatory response syndrome (SIRS), severe impact on intestinal epithelial cells (IECs) is observed. Zinc confers complete protection in this model. We found that zinc no longer protects in animals which l...

journal_title：EMBO molecular medicine

authors： Souffriau J,Timmermans S,Vanderhaeghen T,Wallaeys C,Van Looveren K,Aelbrecht L,Dewaele S,Vandewalle J,Goossens E,Verbanck S,Boyen F,Eggermont M,De Commer L,De Rycke R,De Bruyne M,Tito R,Ballegeer M,Vandevyver S,Velho

更新日期：2020-10-07 00:00:00

abstract：:The transcription factors of the MYC family play pivotal roles in the initiation and progression of human cancers. High oncogenic level of MYC invades low-affinity sites and enhancer sequences, which subsequently alters the transcriptome, causes metabolic imbalance, and induces stress response. The endoplasmic reticul...

journal_title：EMBO molecular medicine

authors： Zhang T,Li N,Sun C,Jin Y,Sheng X

更新日期：2020-05-08 00:00:00

abstract：:Resistance to tamoxifen is a clinically major challenge in breast cancer treatment. Although downregulation of estrogen receptor-alpha (ERα) is the dominant mechanism of tamoxifen resistance, the reason for ERα decrease during tamoxifen therapy remains elusive. Herein, we reported that Spalt-like transcription factor ...

journal_title：EMBO molecular medicine

authors： Ye L,Lin C,Wang X,Li Q,Li Y,Wang M,Zhao Z,Wu X,Shi D,Xiao Y,Ren L,Jian Y,Yang M,Ou R,Deng G,Ouyang Y,Chen X,Li J,Song L

更新日期：2019-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Focal epilepsy represents one of the most common chronic CNS diseases. The high incidence of drug resistance, devastating comorbidities, and insufficient responsiveness to surgery pose unmet medical challenges. In the quest of novel, disease-modifying treatment strategies of neuropeptides represent promising candidate...

journal_title：EMBO molecular medicine

authors： Agostinho AS,Mietzsch M,Zangrandi L,Kmiec I,Mutti A,Kraus L,Fidzinski P,Schneider UC,Holtkamp M,Heilbronn R,Schwarzer C

更新日期：2019-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Prevalence of type 2 diabetes (T2D) and obesity is increasing worldwide. Currently available therapies are not suited for all patients in the heterogeneous obese/T2D population, hence the need for novel treatments. Fibroblast growth factor 21 (FGF21) is considered a promising therapeutic agent for T2D/obesity. Native ...

journal_title：EMBO molecular medicine

authors： Jimenez V,Jambrina C,Casana E,Sacristan V,Muñoz S,Darriba S,Rodó J,Mallol C,Garcia M,León X,Marcó S,Ribera A,Elias I,Casellas A,Grass I,Elias G,Ferré T,Motas S,Franckhauser S,Mulero F,Navarro M,Haurigot V,Rube

更新日期：2018-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：:There is a widespread agreement from patient and professional organisations alike that the safety of stem cell therapeutics is of paramount importance, particularly for ex vivo autologous gene therapy. Yet current technology makes it difficult to thoroughly evaluate the behaviour of genetically corrected stem cells be...

journal_title：EMBO molecular medicine

authors： Droz-Georget Lathion S,Rochat A,Knott G,Recchia A,Martinet D,Benmohammed S,Grasset N,Zaffalon A,Besuchet Schmutz N,Savioz-Dayer E,Beckmann JS,Rougemont J,Mavilio F,Barrandon Y

更新日期：2015-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The first EMBO workshop on Emerging Themes in Infection Biology was held last June in the South of France. It gathered scientists working on various pathogens from viruses and bacteria to larger eukaryotic fungi and parasites. Topics included not only the crosstalk between pathogens and their hosts but also the tools ...

journal_title：EMBO molecular medicine

authors： Caldeira S,Dumenil G

更新日期：2010-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Maladaptive plasticity involving increased expression of AMPA-type glutamate receptors is involved in several pathologies, including neuropathic pain, but direct inhibition of AMPARs is associated with side effects. As an alternative, we developed a cell-permeable, high-affinity (~2 nM) peptide inhibitor, Tat-P4 -(C5)...

journal_title：EMBO molecular medicine

authors： Christensen NR,De Luca M,Lever MB,Richner M,Hansen AB,Noes-Holt G,Jensen KL,Rathje M,Jensen DB,Erlendsson S,Bartling CR,Ammendrup-Johnsen I,Pedersen SE,Schönauer M,Nissen KB,Midtgaard SR,Teilum K,Arleth L,Sørensen AT

更新日期：2020-06-08 00:00:00

abstract：:Growing evidence supports that LKB1-deficient KRAS-driven lung tumors represent a unique therapeutic challenge, displaying strong cancer plasticity that promotes lineage conversion and drug resistance. Here we find that murine lung tumors from the KrasLSL-G12D/+ ; Lkb1flox/flox (KL) model show strong plasticity, which...

journal_title：EMBO molecular medicine

authors： Tong X,Chen Y,Zhu X,Ye Y,Xue Y,Wang R,Gao Y,Zhang W,Gao W,Xiao L,Chen H,Zhang P,Ji H

更新日期：2021-01-13 00:00:00

abstract：:Initiating neoplastic cell transformation events are of paramount importance for the comprehension of regeneration and vanguard oncogenic processes but are difficult to characterize and frequently clinically overlooked. In epithelia, pre-neoplastic transformation stages are often distinguished by the appearance of phe...

journal_title：EMBO molecular medicine

authors： Regalo G,Leutz A

更新日期：2013-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The six transmembrane protein of prostate 2 (STAMP2) is an androgen-regulated gene whose mRNA expression is increased in prostate cancer (PCa). Here, we show that STAMP2 protein expression is increased in human PCa compared with benign prostate that is also correlated with tumor grade and treatment response. We also s...

journal_title：EMBO molecular medicine

authors： Jin Y,Wang L,Qu S,Sheng X,Kristian A,Mælandsmo GM,Pällmann N,Yuca E,Tekedereli I,Gorgulu K,Alpay N,Sood A,Lopez-Berestein G,Fazli L,Rennie P,Risberg B,Wæhre H,Danielsen HE,Ozpolat B,Saatcioglu F

更新日期：2015-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Although remnant cardiomyocytes (CMs) possess a certain degree of proliferative ability, efficiency is too low for cardiac regeneration after injury. In this study, we identified a distinct stage within the initiation phase of CM reprogramming before the MET process, and microarray analysis revealed the strong up-regu...

journal_title：EMBO molecular medicine

authors： Cheng YY,Yan YT,Lundy DJ,Lo AH,Wang YP,Ruan SC,Lin PJ,Hsieh PC

更新日期：2017-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Follistatin-like 1 (Fstl1) is a secreted protein that is acutely induced in heart following myocardial infarction (MI). In this study, we investigated cell type-specific regulation of Fstl1 and its function in a murine model of MI Fstl1 was robustly expressed in fibroblasts and myofibroblasts in the infarcted area com...

journal_title：EMBO molecular medicine

authors： Maruyama S,Nakamura K,Papanicolaou KN,Sano S,Shimizu I,Asaumi Y,van den Hoff MJ,Ouchi N,Recchia FA,Walsh K

更新日期：2016-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Fetal alcohol spectrum disorder (FASD) is a frequent cause of mental retardation. However, the molecular mechanisms underlying brain development defects induced by maternal alcohol consumption during pregnancy are unclear. We used normal and Hsf2-deficient mice and cell systems to uncover a pivotal role for heat shock...

journal_title：EMBO molecular medicine

authors： El Fatimy R,Miozzo F,Le Mouël A,Abane R,Schwendimann L,Sabéran-Djoneidi D,de Thonel A,Massaoudi I,Paslaru L,Hashimoto-Torii K,Christians E,Rakic P,Gressens P,Mezger V

更新日期：2014-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Genomic data sharing is becoming more important as scientists join forces across borders in biomedical research for the benefit of patients and society. The EU's General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) helps simplify sharing of such data at the European and international level. However, initial optimism has dried up...

journal_title：EMBO molecular medicine

authors： Molnár-Gábor F,Korbel JO

更新日期：2020-03-06 00:00:00

abstract：:Group B streptococci (GBS) are Gram-positive bacteria that cause infections in utero and in newborns. We recently showed that the GBS pigment is hemolytic and increased pigment production promotes bacterial penetration of human placenta. However, mechanisms utilized by the hemolytic pigment to induce host cell lysis a...

journal_title：EMBO molecular medicine

authors： Whidbey C,Vornhagen J,Gendrin C,Boldenow E,Samson JM,Doering K,Ngo L,Ezekwe EA Jr,Gundlach JH,Elovitz MA,Liggitt D,Duncan JA,Adams Waldorf KM,Rajagopal L

更新日期：2015-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The current management of colorectal cancer (CRC) would greatly benefit from non-invasive prognostic biomarkers indicative of clinicopathological tumor characteristics. Here, we employed targeted proteomic profiling of 80 glycoprotein biomarker candidates across plasma samples of a well-annotated patient cohort with c...

journal_title：EMBO molecular medicine

authors： Surinova S,Radová L,Choi M,Srovnal J,Brenner H,Vitek O,Hajdúch M,Aebersold R

更新日期：2015-09-01 00:00:00