scholarly journals Transcriptomic profiling of three-dimensional cholangiocyte spheroids long term exposed to repetitive Clonorchis sinensis excretory-secretory products

2021 ◽  
Vol 14 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Jung-Woong Kim ◽  
Junyeong Yi ◽  
Jinhong Park ◽  
Ji Hoon Jeong ◽  
Jinho Kim ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Gene Expression ◽  
Liver Fluke ◽  
Expression Patterns ◽  
Clonorchis Sinensis ◽  
Three Dimensional ◽  
Global Changes ◽  
Rna Seq ◽  
Extracellular Region ◽  
Secretory Products

Abstract Background Biliary tract infection with the carcinogenic human liver fluke, Clonorchis sinensis, provokes chronic inflammation, epithelial hyperplasia, periductal fibrosis, and even cholangiocarcinoma. Complications are proportional to the intensity and duration of the infection. In addition to mechanical irritation of the biliary epithelia from worms, their excretory-secretory products (ESPs) cause chemical irritation, which leads to inflammation, proliferation, and free radical generation. Methods A three-dimensional in vitro cholangiocyte spheroid culture model was established, followed by ESP treatment. This allowed us to examine the intrinsic pathological mechanisms of clonorchiasis via the imitation of prolonged and repetitive in vivo infection. Results Microarray and RNA-Seq analysis revealed that ESP-treated cholangiocyte H69 spheroids displayed global changes in gene expression compared to untreated spheroids. In ESP-treated H69 spheroids, 185 and 63 probes were found to be significantly upregulated and downregulated, respectively, corresponding to 209 genes (p < 0.01, fold change > 2). RNA-Seq was performed for the validation of the microarray results, and the gene expression patterns in both transcriptome platforms were well matched for 209 significant genes. Gene ontology analysis demonstrated that differentially expressed genes were mainly classified into immune system processes, the extracellular region, and the extracellular matrix. Among the upregulated genes, four genes (XAF1, TRIM22, CXCL10, and BST2) were selected for confirmation using quantitative RT-PCR, resulting in 100% similar expression patterns in microarray and RNA-Seq. Conclusions These findings broaden our understanding of the pathological pathways of liver fluke-associated hepatobiliary disorders and suggest a novel therapeutic strategy for this infectious cancer. Graphic abstract

144 DOSAGE COMPENSATION AND X-LINKED GENE EXPRESSION IN BOVINE IN VIVO AND IN VITRO EMBRYOS

2016 ◽  
Vol 28 (2) ◽  
pp. 202 ◽  
Author(s):  
J. E. Duan ◽  
N. K. Jue ◽  
Z. Jiang ◽  
R. O'Neill ◽  
E. Wolf ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Gene Expression ◽  
Expression Pattern ◽  
Dosage Compensation ◽  
Expression Patterns ◽  
Autosomal Gene ◽  
Rna Seq ◽  
X Gene ◽  
Diploid Cells

In human and mouse diploid cells and gametes, expression levels of X-linked genes are hypothesised to balance with those of autosomal genes (Ohno’s “dosage compensation”). Such a phenomenon, however, has not been systematically studied in cattle or compared between in vivo and in vitro embryos. Using RNA-seq data, we compared dosage compensation and expression differences of X-linked genes in bovine in vitro and in vivo oocytes and embryos. RNA-seq datasets GSE59186 and GSE52415 were non-uniquely (paralogs included) mapped to the bovine reference genome assembly UMD3.1 using tophat2. Cufflinks v1.0.3 was used to estimate fragments per kb of exon per million fragments (FPKM), which were then log2-transformed. In order to assess overall patterns of chromosomal gene expression without bias, statistical outliers were removed. A total of 12 928 X-linked transcripts were used to calculate the relative X to autosomal gene (A) expression (RXE): log2 (X expression) – log2 (A expression) for dosage compensation. Values ≥0 indicate dosage compensation (or X : A ratio ≥ 1); values <0 indicate incomplete dosage compensation; value = –1 indicates no dosage compensation (or X : A ratio = 0.5). Cuffdiff was used to identify differentially expressed genes between stages and the 2 datasets. Cuffnorm normalized FPKM for expression patterns, which were further clustered and graphed in R. Expression pattern distributions across regions on X were calculated by merging Cuffnorm output genes.attr_table to the expression pattern lists. The RXE values were higher than –1 in all embryonic stages studied, with in vitro embryos having higher RXE, suggesting some but incomplete dosage compensation and in vitro embryos exhibiting higher levels of X-gene expression. In vitro-produced immature oocytes and 4-cell embryos had RXE of 0, suggesting that both may be completely compensated. Additionally, embryos of the 2 sources exhibited significant differences in levels of X-gene expression at 4-cell to 8-cell and 16-cell to blastocyst stages. All expressed X-linked genes fell in 5 groups (patterns 1–5): increased, decreased, increased and then decreased, constant, decreased and then increased. Patterns 1 to 4 were seen in both datasets, whereas pattern 5 was only present in vitro, which may be why in vitro embryos had higher dosage of X. We further found that these expression patterns correlated with the genes’ proximity to the X inactivation centre (Xic: ~82 Mb): the highly dynamic patterns 3 and 5 were associated with proximity to Xic, supporting the notion that the Xist RNA spreads along the X through the Xic. In vivo and in vitro bovine oocytes and embryos have undergone some degree but incomplete dosage compensation. Expression of X-linked genes is correlated with their proximity to Xic. Globally, in vivo and in vitro embryos exhibit major differences in levels of X-gene expression.

scholarly journals IL-1-conferred gene expression pattern in ERα+ BCa and AR+ PCa cells is intrinsic to ERα- BCa and AR- PCa cells and promotes cell survival

2019 ◽  
Author(s):  
Afshan F. Nawas ◽  
Mohammed Kanchwala ◽  
Shayna E. Thomas-Jardin ◽  
Haley Dahl ◽  
Kelly Daescu ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Gene Expression ◽  
Expression Pattern ◽  
Cell Lines ◽  
Interleukin 1 ◽  
Expression Patterns ◽  
Gene Expression Pattern ◽  
Treatment Resistance ◽  
Rna Seq ◽  
Drug Inhibition

Abstract Background: Breast (BCa) and prostate (PCa) cancers are hormone receptor (HR)-driven cancers. Thus, BCa and PCa patients are given therapies that reduce hormone levels or directly blocks HR activity; but most patients eventually develop treatment resistance. We have previously reported that interleukin-1 (IL-1) inflammatory cytokine downregulates ER𝛼 and AR mRNA in HR-positive (HR+) BCa and PCa cell lines, yet the cells can remain viable. Additionally, we identified pro-survival proteins and processes upregulated by IL-1 in HR+ BCa and PCa cells, that are basally high in HR- BCa and PCa cells. Therefore, we hypothesize that IL-1 confers a conserved gene expression pattern in HR+ BCa and PCa cells that mimics conserved basal gene expression patterns in HR- BCa and PCa cells to promote HR-independent survival and tumorigenicity.Methods: We performed RNA sequencing (RNA-seq) for HR+ BCa and PCa cell lines exposed to IL-1 and for untreated HR- BCa and PCa cell lines. We confirmed expression patterns of select genes by RT-qPCR and used siRNA and/or drug inhibition to silence select genes in HR- BCa cell lines. Finally, we performed Ingenuity Pathway Analysis (IPA) to identify signaling pathways encoded by our RNA-seq data set.Results: We identified 350 genes in common between BCa and PCa cells that are induced or repressed by IL-1 in HR+ cells that are, respectively, basally high or low in HR- cells. Among these genes, we identified Sequestome-1 (SQSTM1/p62) and SRY (Sex-Determining Region Y)-Box 9 (SOX9) to be essential for survival of HR- BCa and PCa cell lines. Analysis of publicly available data indicates that p62 and SOX9 expression are elevated in HR-independent BCa and PCa sublines generated in vitro, suggesting that p62 and SOX9 have a role in acquired treatment resistance. We also assessed HR- cell line viability in response to the p62-targeting drug, verteporfin, and found that verteporfin is cytotoxic for HR- cell lines. Conclusions: Our 350 gene set can be used to identify novel therapeutic targets and/or biomarkers conserved among acquired (e.g. due to inflammation) or intrinsic HR-independent BCa and PCa.

scholarly journals IL-1-conferred gene expression pattern in ERα+ BCa and AR+ PCa cells is intrinsic to ERα− BCa and AR− PCa cells and promotes cell survival

2019 ◽  
Author(s):  
Afshan F. Nawas ◽  
Mohammed Kanchwala ◽  
Shayna E. Thomas-Jardin ◽  
Haley Dahl ◽  
Kelly Daescu ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Gene Expression ◽  
Expression Pattern ◽  
Cell Lines ◽  
Interleukin 1 ◽  
Expression Patterns ◽  
Gene Expression Pattern ◽  
Treatment Resistance ◽  
Rna Seq ◽  
Data Set

ABSTRACTBackgroundBreast (BCa) and prostate (PCa) cancers are hormone receptor (HR)-driven cancers. Thus, BCa and PCa patients are given therapies that reduce hormone levels or directly blocks HR activity; but most patients eventually develop treatment resistance. We have previously reported that interleukin-1 (IL-1) inflammatory cytokine downregulates ERα and AR mRNA in HR-positive (HR+) BCa and PCa cell lines, yet the cells can remain viable. Additionally, we identified pro-survival proteins and processes upregulated by IL-1 in HR+ BCa and PCa cells, that are basally high in HR− BCa and PCa cells. Therefore, we hypothesize that IL-1 confers a conserved gene expression pattern in HR+ BCa and PCa cells that mimics conserved basal gene expression patterns in HR− BCa and PCa cells to promote HR-independent survival and tumorigenicity.MethodsWe performed RNA sequencing (RNA-seq) for HR+ BCa and PCa cell lines exposed to IL-1 and for untreated HR− BCa and PCa cell lines. We confirmed expression patterns of select genes by RT-qPCR and used siRNA and/or drug inhibition to silence select genes in HR− BCa cell lines. Finally, we performed Ingenuity Pathway Analysis (IPA) to identify signaling pathways encoded by our RNA-seq data set.ResultsWe identified 350 genes in common between BCa and PCa cells that are induced or repressed by IL-1 in HR+ cells that are, respectively, basally high or low in HR− cells. Among these genes, we identified Sequestome-1 (SQSTM1/p62) and SRY (Sex-Determining Region Y)-Box 9 (SOX9) to be essential for survival of HR− BCa and PCa cell lines. Analysis of publicly available data indicates that p62 and SOX9 expression are elevated in HR-independent BCa and PCa sublines generated in vitro, suggesting that p62 and SOX9 have a role in acquired treatment resistance. We also assessed HR− cell line viability in response to the p62-targeting drug, verteporfin, and found that verteporfin is cytotoxic for HR− cell lines.ConclusionsOur 350 gene set can be used to identify novel therapeutic targets and/or biomarkers conserved among acquired (e.g. due to inflammation) or intrinsic HR-independent BCa and PCa.

scholarly journals Orientation and repositioning of chromosomes correlate with cell geometry–dependent gene expression

2017 ◽  
Vol 28 (14) ◽  
pp. 1997-2009 ◽  
Author(s):  
Yejun Wang ◽  
Mallika Nagarajan ◽  
Caroline Uhler ◽  
G. V. Shivashankar
Keyword(s):  
Gene Expression ◽  
Expression Patterns ◽  
Three Dimensional ◽  
Gene Expression Patterns ◽  
Cell Behavior ◽  
Global Changes ◽  
Cell Geometry ◽  
Transcription Inhibition ◽  
Regulate Gene Expression

Extracellular matrix signals from the microenvironment regulate gene expression patterns and cell behavior. Using a combination of experiments and geometric models, we demonstrate correlations between cell geometry, three-dimensional (3D) organization of chromosome territories, and gene expression. Fluorescence in situ hybridization experiments showed that micropatterned fibroblasts cultured on anisotropic versus isotropic substrates resulted in repositioning of specific chromosomes, which contained genes that were differentially regulated by cell geometries. Experiments combined with ellipsoid packing models revealed that the mechanosensitivity of chromosomes was correlated with their orientation in the nucleus. Transcription inhibition experiments suggested that the intermingling degree was more sensitive to global changes in transcription than to chromosome radial positioning and its orientations. These results suggested that cell geometry modulated 3D chromosome arrangement, and their neighborhoods correlated with gene expression patterns in a predictable manner. This is central to understanding geometric control of genetic programs involved in cellular homeostasis and the associated diseases.

scholarly journals RNA-sequencing data-driven dissection of human plasma cell differentiation reveals new potential transcription regulators

Leukemia ◽  
2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Alboukadel Kassambara ◽  
Laurie Herviou ◽  
Sara Ovejero ◽  
Michel Jourdan ◽  
Coraline Thibaut ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Gene Expression ◽  
Rna Sequencing ◽  
Continuous Production ◽  
Expression Patterns ◽  
Gene Clusters ◽  
Transcriptional Networks ◽  
Pathway Enrichment Analysis ◽  
Rna Seq ◽  
Sequencing Data

AbstractPlasma cells (PCs) play an important role in the adaptive immune system through a continuous production of antibodies. We have demonstrated that PC differentiation can be modeled in vitro using complex multistep culture systems reproducing sequential differentiation process occurring in vivo. Here we present a comprehensive, temporal program of gene expression data encompassing human PC differentiation (PCD) using RNA sequencing (RNA-seq). Our results reveal 6374 differentially expressed genes classified into four temporal gene expression patterns. A stringent pathway enrichment analysis of these gene clusters highlights known pathways but also pathways largely unknown in PCD, including the heme biosynthesis and the glutathione conjugation pathways. Additionally, our analysis revealed numerous novel transcriptional networks with significant stage-specific overexpression and potential importance in PCD, including BATF2, BHLHA15/MIST1, EZH2, WHSC1/MMSET, and BLM. We have experimentally validated a potent role for BLM in regulating cell survival and proliferation during human PCD. Taken together, this RNA-seq analysis of PCD temporal stages helped identify coexpressed gene modules with associated up/downregulated transcription regulator genes that could represent major regulatory nodes for human PC maturation. These data constitute a unique resource of human PCD gene expression programs in support of future studies for understanding the underlying mechanisms that control PCD.

scholarly journals IL-1-conferred gene expression pattern in ERα+ BCa and AR+ PCa cells is intrinsic to ERα- BCa and AR- PCa cells and promotes cell survival

2019 ◽  
Author(s):  
Afshan F. Nawas ◽  
Mohammed Kanchwala ◽  
Shayna E. Thomas-Jardin ◽  
Haley Dahl ◽  
Kelly Daescu ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Gene Expression ◽  
Expression Pattern ◽  
Cell Lines ◽  
Hormone Receptor ◽  
Interleukin 1 ◽  
Expression Patterns ◽  
Gene Expression Pattern ◽  
Treatment Resistance ◽  
Rna Seq

Abstract Background Breast (BCa) and prostate (PCa) cancers are hormone receptor (HR)-driven cancers. Thus, BCa and PCa patients are given therapies that reduce hormone levels or directly blocks HR activity; but most patients eventually develop treatment resistance. We have previously reported that interleukin-1 (IL-1) inflammatory cytokine downregulates ERα and AR mRNA in HR-positive (HR+) BCa and PCa cell lines, yet the cells can remain viable. Additionally, we identified pro-survival proteins and processes upregulated by IL-1 in HR+ BCa and PCa cells, that are basally high in HR- BCa and PCa cells. Therefore, we hypothesize that IL-1 confers a conserved gene expression pattern in HR+ BCa and PCa cells that mimics conserved basal gene expression patterns in HR- BCa and PCa cells to promote HR-independent survival and tumorigenicity.Methods We performed RNA sequencing (RNA-seq) for HR+ BCa and PCa cell lines exposed to IL-1 and for untreated HR- BCa and PCa cell lines. We confirmed expression patterns of select genes by RT-qPCR and used siRNA and/or drug inhibition to silence select genes in HR- BCa cell lines. Finally, we performed Ingenuity Pathway Analysis (IPA) and used the gene ontology web-based tool, GOrilla, to identify signaling pathways encoded by our RNA-seq data set.Results We identified 350 genes in common between BCa and PCa cells that are induced or repressed by IL-1 in HR+ cells that are, respectively, basally high or low in HR- cells. Among these genes, we identified Sequestome-1 (SQSTM1/p62) and SRY (Sex-Determining Region Y)-Box 9 (SOX9 ) to be essential for survival of HR- BCa and PCa cell lines. Analysis of publicly available data indicates that p62 and SOX9 expression are elevated in HR-independent BCa and PCa sublines generated in vitro, suggesting that p62 and SOX9 have a role in acquired hormone receptor independence and treatment resistance. We also assessed HR- cell line viability in response to the p62-targeting drug, verteporfin, and found that verteporfin is cytotoxic for HR- cell lines. Conclusions Our 350 gene set can be used to identify novel therapeutic targets and/or biomarkers conserved among acquired (e.g. due to inflammation) or intrinsic HR-independent BCa and PCa.

scholarly journals Single-Cell RNA-Seq Revealed the Gene Expression Pattern during the In Vitro Maturation of Donkey Oocytes

Genes ◽  
2021 ◽  
Vol 12 (10) ◽  
pp. 1640
Author(s):  
Zhipeng Li ◽  
Xinhui Song ◽  
Shan Yin ◽  
Jiageng Yan ◽  
Peiru Lv ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Gene Expression ◽  
Single Cell ◽  
In Vitro Maturation ◽  
Expression Patterns ◽  
Gene Expression Pattern ◽  
Germinal Vesicle ◽  
Regulatory Mechanisms ◽  
Rna Seq ◽  
Kegg Analysis

Donkeys are an important domesticated animal, providing labor, meat, milk, and medicinal materials for humans. However, the donkey population is continuously declining and even at risk of extinction. The application of modern animal production technology, such as oocyte in vitro maturation, is a promising method to improve the donkey population. In this study, we explore the gene expression patterns of donkey germinal vesicle (GV) and in vitro matured metaphase II (MII) oocytes using single cell RNA-seq of the candidate genes along with the regulatory mechanisms that affect donkey oocyte maturation. We identified a total of 24,164 oocyte genes of which 9073 were significant differentially expressed in the GV and MII oocytes. Further Gene Ontology (GO) and Kyoto Encyclopedia of Genes and Genomes (KEGG) analysis indicated that these genes were associated with the meiotic cell cycle, mitochondrion activity, and N-glycan biosynthesis, which might be the key genes and regulatory mechanisms affecting the maturation of donkey oocytes. Our study provides considerable understanding regarding the maturation of donkey oocytes and serves as a theoretical basis for improving the development of donkey oocytes, which could ultimately benefit the expansion of the donkey population and conservation of biodiversity and genetic resources.

scholarly journals IL-1-conferred gene expression pattern in ERα+ BCa and AR+ PCa cells is intrinsic to ERα- BCa and AR- PCa cells and promotes cell survival

2019 ◽  
Author(s):  
Afshan F. Nawas ◽  
Mohammed Kanchwala ◽  
Shayna E. Thomas-Jardin ◽  
Haley Dahl ◽  
Kelly Daescu ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Gene Expression ◽  
Expression Pattern ◽  
Cell Lines ◽  
Hormone Receptor ◽  
Interleukin 1 ◽  
Expression Patterns ◽  
Gene Expression Pattern ◽  
Treatment Resistance ◽  
Rna Seq

Abstract Background Breast (BCa) and prostate (PCa) cancers are hormone receptor (HR)-driven cancers. Thus, BCa and PCa patients are given therapies that reduce hormone levels or directly blocks HR activity; but most patients eventually develop treatment resistance. We have previously reported that interleukin-1 (IL-1) inflammatory cytokine downregulates ERα and AR mRNA in HR-positive (HR+) BCa and PCa cell lines, yet the cells can remain viable. Additionally, we identified pro-survival proteins and processes upregulated by IL-1 in HR+ BCa and PCa cells, that are basally high in HR- BCa and PCa cells. Therefore, we hypothesize that IL-1 confers a conserved gene expression pattern in HR+ BCa and PCa cells that mimics conserved basal gene expression patterns in HR- BCa and PCa cells to promote HR-independent survival and tumorigenicity.Methods We performed RNA sequencing (RNA-seq) for HR+ BCa and PCa cell lines exposed to IL-1 and for untreated HR- BCa and PCa cell lines. We confirmed expression patterns of select genes by RT-qPCR and used siRNA and/or drug inhibition to silence select genes in HR- BCa cell lines. Finally, we performed Ingenuity Pathway Analysis (IPA) and used the gene ontology web-based tool, GOrilla, to identify signaling pathways encoded by our RNA-seq data set.Results We identified 350 genes in common between BCa and PCa cells that are induced or repressed by IL-1 in HR+ cells that are, respectively, basally high or low in HR- cells. Among these genes, we identified Sequestome-1 (SQSTM1/p62) and SRY (Sex-Determining Region Y)-Box 9 (SOX9 ) to be essential for survival of HR- BCa and PCa cell lines. Analysis of publicly available data indicates that p62 and SOX9 expression are elevated in HR-independent BCa and PCa sublines generated in vitro, suggesting that p62 and SOX9 have a role in acquired hormone receptor independence and treatment resistance. We also assessed HR- cell line viability in response to the p62-targeting drug, verteporfin, and found that verteporfin is cytotoxic for HR- cell lines. Conclusions Our 350 gene set can be used to identify novel therapeutic targets and/or biomarkers conserved among acquired (e.g. due to inflammation) or intrinsic HR-independent BCa and PCa.

Identification of Differentially Expressed Genes Using cDNA-AFLP During Six Days In Vitro Tuberization of Potato

Zuriat ◽  
2015 ◽  
Vol 14 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Nono Carsono ◽  
Christian Bachem
Keyword(s):  
Gene Expression ◽  
Developmental Process ◽  
Expression Patterns ◽  
Induction Medium ◽  
In Vitro Tuberization ◽  
Storage Organ ◽  
Developmentally Regulated ◽  
Study Gene Expression ◽  
Differential Pattern

Tuberization in potato is a complex developmental process resulting in the differentiation of stolon into the storage organ, tuber. During tuberization, change in gene expression has been known to occur. To study gene expression during tuberization over the time, in vitro tuberization system provides a suitable tool, due to its synchronous in tuber formation. An early six days axillary bud growing on tuber induction medium is a crucial development since a large number of genes change in their expression patterns during this period. In order to identify, isolate and sequencing the genes which displaying differential pattern between tuberizing and non-tuberizing potato explants during six days in vitro tuberization, cDNA-AFLP fingerprint, method for the visualization of gene expression using cDNA as template which is amplified to generate an RNA-fingerprinting, was used in this experiment. Seventeen primer combinations were chosen based on their expression profile from cDNA-AFLP fingerprint. Forty five TDFs (transcript derived fragment), which displayed differential expressions, were obtained. Tuberizing explants had much more TDFs, which developmentally regulated, than those from non tuberizing explants. Seven TDFs were isolated, cloned and then sequenced. One TDF did not find similarity in the current databases. The nucleotide sequence of TDF F showed best similarity to invertase ezymes from the databases. The homology of six TDFs with known sequences is discussed in this paper.

scholarly journals Time-resolved transcriptional profiling of Trichinella-infected murine myocytes helps to elucidate host–pathogen interactions in the muscle stage

2021 ◽  
Vol 14 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Xiaoxiang Hu ◽  
Xiaolei Liu ◽  
Chen Li ◽  
Yulu Zhang ◽  
Chengyao Li ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Gene Expression ◽  
Cell Biology ◽  
Trichinella Spiralis ◽  
Expression Patterns ◽  
Muscle Cells ◽  
Host Cells ◽  
Initial Reaction ◽  
Global Changes ◽  
Mammalian Skeletal Muscle ◽  
Time Resolved

Abstract Background Parasites of the genus Trichinella are the pathogenic agents of trichinellosis, which is a widespread and severe foodborne parasitic disease. Trichinella spiralis resides primarily in mammalian skeletal muscle cells. After invading the cells of the host organism, T. spiralis must elude or invalidate the host’s innate and adaptive immune responses to survive. It is necessary to characterize the pathogenesis of trichinellosis to help to prevent the occurrence and further progression of this disease. The aims of this study were to elucidate the mechanisms of nurse cell formation, pathogenesis and immune evasion of T. spiralis, to provide valuable information for further research investigating the basic cell biology of Trichinella-infected muscle cells and the interaction between T. spiralis and its host. Methods We performed transcriptome profiling by RNA sequencing to identify global changes at 1, 3, 7, 10 and 15 days post-infection (dpi) in gene expression in the diaphragm after the parasite entered and persisted within the murine myocytes; the mice were infected by intravenous injection of newborn larvae. Gene expression analysis was based on the alignment results. Differentially expressed genes (DEGs) were identified based on their expression levels in various samples, and functional annotation and enrichment analysis were performed. Results The most extensive and dynamic gene expression responses in host diaphragms were observed during early infection (1 dpi). The number of DEGs and genes annotated in the Kyoto Encyclopedia of Genes and Genomes and Gene Ontology databases decreased significantly in the infected mice compared to the uninfected mice at 3 and 7 dpi, suddenly increased sharply at 10 dpi, and then decreased to a lower level at 15 dpi, similar to that observed at 3 and 7 dpi. The massive initial reaction of the murine muscle cells to Trichinella infection steadied in the later stages of infection, with little additional changes detected for the remaining duration of the studied process. Although there were hundreds of DEGs at each time point, only 11 genes were consistently up- or downregulated at all 5 time points. Conclusions The gene expression patterns identified in this study can be employed to characterize the coordinated response of T. spiralis-infected myocytes in a time-resolved manner. This comprehensive dataset presents a distinct and sensitive picture of the interaction between host and parasite during intracellular infection, which can help to elucidate how pathogens evade host defenses and coordinate the biological functions of host cells to survive in the mammalian environment.

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