Interaction Between lncRNA SEMA3B-AS1 and CDK4 Mediated by mir-545 Regulates the Proliferation of Triple-Negative Breast Cancer Cells

Abstract BackgroundAlthought lncRNA SEMA3B-AS1 was known to be involved in the development of many types of cancer, the role of SEMA3B-AS1 in triple-negative breast cancer (TNBC) remains unknown. This study was to investigate the role and underlying mechanism of SEMA3B-AS1 in TNBC.The mRNA expression of SEMA3B-AS1, miR-545 and CDK4 in TNBC tissues and non-cancer tissues of TNBC patients (n = 69) was detected by RT-qPCR. The protein expression of CDK4 was detected by Western blot. Cell proliferation were evaluated by CCK-8 assay.ResultsWe found that the expression of SEMA3B-AS1 was downregulated in TNBC tissues. The expression of SEMA3B-AS1 was positively correlated with the expression of miR-545 and inversely correlated with the expression of CDK4. Overexpression of SEMA3B-AS1 or miR-545 resulted in the downregulation of CDK4. Moreover, miR-545 inhibitor attenuated the effect of SEMA3B-AS1 overexpression on CDK4 expression. SEMA3B-AS1 overexpression also resulted in the upregulation of miR-545. Overexpression of SEMA3B-AS1 or miR-545 decreased the rate of TNBC cell proliferation, while overexpression of CDK4 increased the rate of TNBC cell proliferation. In addition, miR-545 inhibitor attenuated the effect of SEMA3B-AS1 overexpression on cell proliferation.Interaction between SEMA3B-AS1 and CDK4 mediated by miR-545 regulates the proliferation of TNBC cells.

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MicroRNA-1246 Suppresses the Metastasis of Breast Cancer Cells by Targeting the DRAK1A/PGRN Axis to Prevent the Epithelial-Mesenchymal Transition

10.21203/rs.3.rs-516130/v1 ◽

2021 ◽

Author(s):

Pan Wang ◽

Wenju Chen ◽

Yaqiong Zhang ◽

Qianyi Zhong ◽

Zhaoyun Li ◽

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Keyword(s):

Breast Cancer ◽

Triple Negative Breast Cancer ◽

Breast Cancer Cells ◽

Triple Negative ◽

Epithelial Mesenchymal Transition ◽

Migration And Invasion ◽

Mesenchymal Transition ◽

Tnbc Cell ◽

Novel Target

Abstract Objective. Breast cancer is one of the most common malignant and highly heterogeneous tumors in women. MicroRNAs (miRNAs), such as miR-1246, play important roles in various types of malignant cancers, including triple-negative breast cancer (TNBC). However, the biological role of miR-1246 in TNBC has not yet been fully elucidated. In this study, we studied the role of miR-1246 in the occurrence and development of TNBC and its mechanism of action.Methods. Cell Counting Kit-8 (CCK-8), wound healing, and Transwell assays were performed to observe the effects of miR-1246 on TNBC cell proliferation, migration, and invasion, respectively. The expression of epithelial-mesenchymal transition (EMT) markers was detected by western blotting. Dual luciferase reporter assays were performed to determine whether DYRK1A is a novel target of miR-1246. In addition, an immunoprecipitation experiment was performed to verify the binding of DYRK1A to PGRN. Rescue experiments were performed to determine whether DYRK1A is a novel target of miR-1246 and whether miR-1246 suppresses the metastasis of breast cancer cells by targeting the DRAK1A/PGRN axis to prevent the epithelial-mesenchymal transition.Results. Our results show that miR‑1246 suppresses the proliferation, migration, and invasion of TNBC cells and that DYRK1A is a novel target of miR-1246. MiR‑1246 plays a suppressive role in the regulation of the EMT of TNBC cells by targeting DYRK1A. DYRK1A mediates the metastasis of triple-negative breast cancer via activation of the EMT. We identified PGRN as a novel DYRK1A-interacting protein. DYRK1A and PGRN act together to regulate the occurrence and development of breast cancer through miR-1246.Conclusion. miR-1246 attenuates TNBC cell invasion and the EMT by targeting the DRAK1A/PGRN axis. Our data suggest that miR‑1246 may be used to develop novel early-stage diagnostic and therapeutic strategies for TNBC.

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MiR-133 Targets YES1 and Inhibits the Growth of Triple-Negative Breast Cancer Cells

Technology in Cancer Research & Treatment ◽

10.1177/1533033820927011 ◽

2020 ◽

Vol 19 ◽

pp. 153303382092701

Author(s):

Guochen Zhang ◽

Junlan Wang ◽

Ruilin Zheng ◽

Beibei Song ◽

Li Huang ◽

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Keyword(s):

Breast Cancer ◽

Cancer Cells ◽

Triple Negative Breast Cancer ◽

Colony Formation ◽

Breast Cancer Cells ◽

Triple Negative ◽

Mechanism Study ◽

Inhibitory Effects ◽

Cancer Tissues

Triple-negative breast cancer shows worse outcome compared with other subtypes of breast cancer. The discovery of dysregulated microRNAs and their roles in the progression of triple-negative breast cancer provide novel strategies for the treatment of patients with triple-negative breast cancer. In this study, we identified the significant reduction of miR-133 in triple-negative breast cancer tissues and cell lines. Ectopic overexpression of miR-133 suppressed the proliferation, colony formation, and upregulated the apoptosis of triple-negative breast cancer cells. Mechanism study revealed that the YES Proto-Oncogene 1 was a target of miR-133. miR-133 bound the 3′-untranslated region of YES Proto-Oncogene 1 and decreased the level of YES Proto-Oncogene 1 in triple-negative breast cancer cells. Consistent with miR-133 downregulation, YES1 was significantly increased in triple-negative breast cancer, which was inversely correlated with the level of miR-133. Restoration of YES Proto-Oncogene 1 attenuated the inhibitory effects of miR-133 on the proliferation and colony formation of triple-negative breast cancer cells. Consistent with the decreased expression of YES Proto-Oncogene 1, overexpression of miR-133 suppressed the phosphorylation of YAP1 in triple-negative breast cancer cells. Our results provided novel evidence for the role of miR-133/YES1 axis in the development of triple-negative breast cancer, which indicated miR-133 might be a potential therapeutic strategy for triple-negative breast cancer.

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MicroRNA-1246 Suppresses the Metastasis of Breast Cancer Cells by Targeting the DYRK1A/PGRN Axis to Prevent The Epithelial-Mesenchymal Transition

10.21203/rs.3.rs-756890/v1 ◽

2021 ◽

Author(s):

Pan Wang ◽

Wenju Chen ◽

Yaqiong Zhang ◽

Qianyi Zhong ◽

Zhaoyun Li ◽

...

Keyword(s):

Breast Cancer ◽

Triple Negative Breast Cancer ◽

Breast Cancer Cells ◽

Triple Negative ◽

Epithelial Mesenchymal Transition ◽

Migration And Invasion ◽

Mesenchymal Transition ◽

Tnbc Cell ◽

Novel Target

Abstract Objective. Breast cancer is one of the most common malignant and highly heterogeneous tumors in women. MicroRNAs (miRNAs), such as miR-1246, play important roles in various types of malignant cancers, including triple-negative breast cancer (TNBC). However, the biological role of miR-1246 in TNBC has not yet been fully elucidated. In this study, we studied the role of miR-1246 in the occurrence and development of TNBC and its mechanism of action.Methods. Cell Counting Kit-8 (CCK-8), wound healing, and Transwell assays were performed to observe the effects of miR-1246 on TNBC cell proliferation, migration, and invasion, respectively. The expression of epithelial-mesenchymal transition (EMT) markers was detected by western blotting. Dual luciferase reporter assays were performed to determine whether DYRK1A is a novel target of miR-1246. In addition, an immunoprecipitation experiment was performed to verify the binding of DYRK1A to PGRN. Rescue experiments were performed to determine whether DYRK1A is a novel target of miR-1246 and whether miR-1246 suppresses the metastasis of breast cancer cells by targeting the DYRK1A/PGRN axis to prevent the epithelial-mesenchymal transition.Results. Our results show that miR‑1246 suppresses the proliferation, migration, and invasion of TNBC cells and that DYRK1A is a novel target of miR-1246. MiR‑1246 plays a suppressive role in the regulation of the EMT of TNBC cells by targeting DYRK1A. DYRK1A mediates the metastasis of triple-negative breast cancer via activation of the EMT. We identified PGRN as a novel DYRK1A-interacting protein. DYRK1A and PGRN act together to regulate the occurrence and development of breast cancer through miR-1246.Conclusion. miR-1246 attenuates TNBC cell invasion and the EMT by targeting the DYRK1A/PGRN axis. Our data suggest that miR‑1246 may be used to develop novel early-stage diagnostic and therapeutic strategies for TNBC.

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miR-331-3p Suppresses Cell Proliferation in TNBC Cells by Downregulating NRP2

Technology in Cancer Research & Treatment ◽

10.1177/1533033820905824 ◽

2020 ◽

Vol 19 ◽

pp. 153303382090582 ◽

Cited By ~ 2

Author(s):

Mingchuan Zhao ◽

Mengmeng Zhang ◽

Zhonghua Tao ◽

Jun Cao ◽

Leiping Wang ◽

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Keyword(s):

Breast Cancer ◽

Cell Proliferation ◽

Cancer Cells ◽

Triple Negative Breast Cancer ◽

Messenger Rna ◽

Breast Cancer Cells ◽

Triple Negative ◽

Quantitative Polymerase Chain Reaction ◽

Cell Counting ◽

Cancer Tissues

Purpose: Triple-negative breast cancer is characterized by fast progression with high possible for metastasis and poor survival. Dysfunction of microRNAs plays an important role in the initiation and progression of cancer. Our previous microRNA-seq data indicated the downregulation of miR-331-3p in triple-negative breast cancer tissues compared with that of the noncancer tissues. However, the function of miR-331-3p in triple-negative breast cancer remains largely unknown. Herein, the involvement of miR-331-3p in triple-negative breast cancer was investigated and the therapeutic potential of miR-331-3p was also explored. Methods: Real-time quantitative polymerase chain reaction was performed to detect the expression of miR-331-3p in triple-negative breast cancer tissues and cell lines. The cell proliferation was determined by the cell counting kit-8 assay. Apoptosis of triple-negative breast cancer cells was examined by annexin V/propidium iodide staining. miRDB database was used to predict the potential targets of miR-331-3p. Western blot was performed to examine the expression of the target protein. Results: miR-331-3p was significantly downregulated in triple-negative breast cancer tissues and cell line. Lower miR-331-3p expression was significantly correlated with the tumor size, TNM stage, and lymph node metastasis of patients with triple-negative breast cancer. Functional experiments showed that the overexpression of miR-331-3p inhibited the proliferation and increased apoptosis of triple-negative breast cancer cells. Neuropilin-2 was identified as a target of miR-331-3p, which harbored binding site of miR-331-3p in its 3′-untranslated region. Overexpression of miR-331-3p decreased the messenger RNA and protein levels of neuropilin-2 in triple-negative breast cancer cells. Restoration of neuropilin-2 partially reversed the inhibitory effects of miR-331-3p on the proliferation of triple-negative breast cancer cells. Conclusions: Our results demonstrated the novel function of miR-331-3p/neuropilin-2 signaling in regulating the malignant behaviors of triple-negative breast cancer cells, which suggested miR-331-3p as a potential target for the treatment of triple-negative breast cancer.

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Overexpression of SERPINA3 promotes tumor invasion and migration, epithelial-mesenchymal-transition in triple-negative breast cancer cells

Breast Cancer ◽

10.1007/s12282-021-01221-4 ◽

2021 ◽

Author(s):

Yingzi Zhang ◽

Jiao Tian ◽

Chi Qu ◽

Yang Peng ◽

Jinwei Lei ◽

...

Keyword(s):

Breast Cancer ◽

Cell Proliferation ◽

Cell Lines ◽

Triple Negative Breast Cancer ◽

Triple Negative ◽

Epithelial Mesenchymal Transition ◽

Cell Counting ◽

Migration And Invasion ◽

Mesenchymal Transition ◽

Tnbc Cell

Abstract Background Recent studies have indicated that serpin peptidase inhibitor, clade A, member 3 (SERPINA3) is a potential marker associated with tumor progression, which connoted that SERPINA3 is related to malignant phenotypes in cancer. However, the biological function of SERPINA3 in breast cancer (BC) remains unclear. Methods Bioinformatics data were downloaded from The Cancer Genome Atlas (TCGA) and Gene Expression Omnibus (GEO) databases. Immunohistochemical staining (IHC) was conducted to determine SERPINA3 expression. With strong aggressive abilities, triple-negative breast cancer (TNBC) cell lines (MDA-MB-231, BT549 and MDA-MB-436) were obtained to examine SERPINA3 expression and functions. Wound healing and Transwell assays were performed to measure cell migration and invasion. Cell Counting Kit-8 (CCK-8) assay was conducted to detect cell proliferation abilities and cell viabilities. Results SERPINA3 was upregulated in BC tissues. Functional assays suggested that overexpression of SERPINA3 significantly promoted cell proliferation, where migration and invasion of TNBC cells were accelerated. Knockdown of SERPINA3 had the opposite effects. These results causing by overexpression of SERPINA3 were also confirmed in non-TNBC cell lines. Overexpression of SERPINA3 remarkably enhanced the epithelial–mesenchymal transition (EMT) by upregulating the EMT markers and EZH2. In addition, the overexpression of SERPINA3 reduced the sensitivity of TNBC cells to cisplatin. Conclusion SERPINA3 can regulate the migration, invasion and EMT of TNBC cells and increased expression of SERPINA3 confers resistance to cisplatin in TNBC cells. We discern it is required for the regulation of BC progression and is a critical target for the clinical treatment of BC.

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Antiproliferative Effect of Androgen Receptor Inhibition in Mesenchymal Stem-Like Triple-Negative Breast Cancer

Cellular Physiology and Biochemistry ◽

10.1159/000443052 ◽

2016 ◽

Vol 38 (3) ◽

pp. 1003-1014 ◽

Cited By ~ 24

Author(s):

Aiyu Zhu ◽

Yan Li ◽

Wei Song ◽

Yumei Xu ◽

Fang Yang ◽

...

Keyword(s):

Breast Cancer ◽

Androgen Receptor ◽

Cyclin D1 ◽

Cancer Cells ◽

Triple Negative Breast Cancer ◽

Breast Cancer Cells ◽

Triple Negative

Background/Aims: Androgen receptor (AR), a steroid hormone receptor, has recently emerged as prognostic and treatment-predictive marker in breast cancer. Previous studies have shown that AR is widely expressed in up to one-third of triple-negative breast cancer (TNBC). However, the role of AR in TNBC is still not fully understood, especially in mesenchymal stem-like (MSL) TNBC cells. Methods: MSL TNBC MDA-MB-231 and Hs578T breast cancer cells were exposed to various concentration of agonist 5-α-dihydrotestosterone (DHT) or nonsteroidal antagonist bicalutamide or untreated. The effects of AR on cell viability and apoptosis were determined by MTT assay, cell counting, flow cytometry analysis and protein expression of p53, p73, p21 and Cyclin D1 were analyzed by western blotting. The bindings of AR to p73 and p21 promoter were detected by ChIP assay. MDA-MB-231 cells were transplanted into nude mice and the tumor growth curves were determined and expression of AR, p73 and p21 were detected by Immunohistochemistry (IHC) staining after treatment of DHT or bicalutamide. Results: We demonstrate that AR agonist DHT induces MSL TNBC breast cancer cells proliferation and inhibits apoptosis in vitro. Similarly, activated AR significantly increases viability of MDA-MB-231 xenografts in vivo. On the contrary, AR antagonist, bicalutamide, causes apoptosis and exerts inhibitory effects on the growth of breast cancer. Moreover, DHT-dependent activation of AR involves regulation in the cell cycle related genes, including p73, p21 and Cyclin D1. Further investigations indicate the modulation of AR on p73 and p21 mediated by direct binding of AR to their promoters, and DHT could make these binding more effectively. Conclusions: Our study demonstrates the tumorigenesis role of AR and the inhibitory effect of bicalutamide in AR-positive MSL TNBC both in vitro and in vivo, suggesting that AR inhibition could be a potential therapeutic approach for AR-positive TNBC patients.

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PVT1 affects EMT and cell proliferation and migration via regulating p21 in triple-negative breast cancer cells cultured with mature adipogenic medium

Acta Biochimica et Biophysica Sinica ◽

10.1093/abbs/gmy129 ◽

2018 ◽

Vol 50 (12) ◽

pp. 1211-1218 ◽

Cited By ~ 9

Author(s):

Lingli Wang ◽

Ruirui Wang ◽

Zi Ye ◽

Yanyan Wang ◽

Xiao Li ◽

...

Keyword(s):

Breast Cancer ◽

Cell Proliferation ◽

Cancer Cells ◽

Triple Negative Breast Cancer ◽

Breast Cancer Cells ◽

Triple Negative ◽

Cell Proliferation And Migration ◽

And Migration ◽

Cells Cultured ◽

Proliferation And Migration

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The Potential Prognostic Role of Oligosaccharide-Binding Fold-Containing Protein 2A (OBFC2A) in Triple-Negative Breast Cancer

Frontiers in Oncology ◽

10.3389/fonc.2021.751430 ◽

2021 ◽

Vol 11 ◽

Author(s):

Qianxue Wu ◽

Xin Tang ◽

Wenming Zhu ◽

Qing Li ◽

Xiang Zhang ◽

...

Keyword(s):

Breast Cancer ◽

Cell Cycle ◽

Cancer Cells ◽

Candidate Genes ◽

Triple Negative Breast Cancer ◽

Breast Cancer Cells ◽

Triple Negative ◽

G1 Phase ◽

And Migration

BackgroundPatients with triple-negative breast cancer (TNBC) have poor overall survival. The present study aimed to investigate the potential prognostics of TNBC by analyzing breast cancer proteomic and transcriptomic datasets.MethodsCandidate proteins selected from CPTAC (the National Cancer Institute’s Clinical Proteomic Tumor Analysis Consortium) were validated using datasets from METABRIC (Molecular Taxonomy of Breast Cancer International Consortium). Kaplan-Meier analysis and ROC (receiver operating characteristic) curve analysis were performed to explore the prognosis of candidate genes. GO (Gene Ontology) and KEGG (Kyoto Encyclopedia of Genes and Genomes) enrichment analysis were performed on the suspected candidate genes. Single-cell RNA-seq (scRNA-seq) data from GSE118389 were used to analyze the cell clusters in which OBFC2A (Oligosaccharide-Binding Fold-Containing Protein 2A) was mainly distributed. TIMER (Tumor Immune Estimation Resource) was used to verify the correlation between OBFC2A expression and immune infiltration. Clone formation assays and wound healing assays were used to detect the role of OBFC2A expression on the proliferation, invasion, and migration of breast cancer cells. Flow cytometry was used to analyze the effects of silencing OBFC2A on breast cancer cell cycle and apoptosis.ResultsSix candidate proteins were found to be differentially expressed in non-TNBC and TNBC groups from CPTAC. However, only OBFC2A was identified as an independently poor prognostic gene marker in METABRIC (HR=3.658, 1.881-7.114). And OBFC2A was associated with immune functions in breast cancer. Biological functional experiments showed that OBFC2A might promote the proliferation and migration of breast cancer cells. The inhibition of OBFC2A expression blocked the cell cycle in G1 phase and inhibited the transformation from G1 phase to S phase. Finally, downregulation of OBFC2A also increased the total apoptosis rate of cells.ConclusionOn this basis, OBFC2A may be a potential prognostic biomarker for TNBC.

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