Bulk RNA sequencing of CSF1-cultured bone marrow-derived macrophages from WT and Clec4a2-/- mice.
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ABSTRACT: CSF1-cultured macrophages were collected and sorted into CD11b+CD206high populations which then were separated into each genotype. Total RNA was extracted for Poly A bulk sequencing.
Project description:We performed RNAseq on ulcers and distant normal tissue from biopsy-wounded wild-type and Bmp4-overexpressing (Vil1-Cre;Rosa26-Bmp4) mice to investigate differences in gene expression between tissue states and genotypes. Biopsy wounding was performed by taking three biopsies from well-separated areas in the colon wall using forceps. Small tissue pieces were excised from the ulcers and distant normal colon tissue and collected for RNA sequencing.
Project description:Caspases, which are key effectors of apoptosis, have demonstrated non-apoptotic functions. One of these functions is the differentiation into macrophages of peripheral blood monocytes exposed to Colony-Stimulating Factor-1 (CSF1). Macrophage polarization plays an important role in the pathogenesis of diverse human diseases as cancer, leading us to explore if caspase inhibition would affect macrophage polarization. To explore the role of caspases in CSF1 differentiation, we used human monocytes sorted from buffy coats treated by cytokines. We reported that caspase inhibition delays the ex vivo differentiation of peripheral blood monocytes exposed to CSF1 and modifies the phenotype of generated macrophages, e.g. cell shape, surface markers. Moreover, by RNAseq, we observed that the macrophages generated in presence of CSF1 and QVD are different from CSF1-treated monocytes. This study confirms the importance of caspase activation in CSF1 differentiation.
Project description:Caspases, which are key effectors of apoptosis, have demonstrated non-apoptotic functions. One of these functions is the differentiation into macrophages of peripheral blood monocytes exposed to Colony-Stimulating Factor-1 (CSF1). Conversely, GM-CSF induces the differentiation of monocytes into macrophages in a caspase-independent manner. Macrophages generated by CSF1 and GM-CSF have distinct polarity. Macrophage polarization plays an important role in the pathogenesis of diverse human diseases as cancer, leading us to explore if caspase inhibition would affect macrophage polarization. To explore the role of caspases in CSF1 differentiation, we used human monocytes sorted from buffy coats treated by cytokines. We reported that caspase inhibition delays the ex vivo differentiation of peripheral blood monocytes exposed to CSF1 and modifies the phenotype of generated macrophages, e.g. cell shape, surface markers. Moreover, by RNAseq, we observed that the macrophages generated in presence of CSF1 and QVD are different from CSF1-treated monocytes and from GM-CSF-treated monocytes. Cell cycle and focal adhesion-related pathway genes were selectively down-regulated. This study confirms the importance of caspase activation in CSF1 differentiation.
Project description:Our data show Satb1 deficiency leads to alterations in DNA cytosine methylation and a commitment-primed epigenetic state in HSCs. Examination of DNA cytosine methylation in wild type HSC and differentiation-committed progenitors as well as in wild type HSC and HSC lacking Satb1 (n=2 each).
Project description:During B cell maturation, transitional and mature B cells acquire cell-intrinsic features that determine their ability to exit quiescence and mount effective immune responses. We used high-resolution mass spectrometry to quantify the proteome of B cell subsets from the mouse spleen and map the differential expression of environmental sensing, transcription- and translation initiation-factors that define cellular identity and function. By comparing transcriptome and proteome, we identified mRNAs linked to B cell activation and differentiation that are expressed without detectable protein. These "poised" mRNAs might enable rapid protein production through increased translation or protein stability. In addition, we found that the translational repressor PDCD4 restrains the response of marginal zone B cells to a T-independent antigen. Our molecular characterization of B cell maturation is a valuable resource to further explore the mechanisms underpinning the specialised functions of B cell subsets.
Project description:During B cell maturation, transitional and mature B cells acquire cell-intrinsic features that determine their ability to exit quiescence and mount effective immune responses. We used high-resolution mass spectrometry to quantify the proteome of B cell subsets from the mouse spleen and map the differential expression of environmental sensing, transcription- and translation initiation-factors that define cellular identity and function. By comparing transcriptome and proteome, we identified mRNAs linked to B cell activation and differentiation that are expressed without detectable protein. These "poised" mRNAs might enable rapid protein production through increased translation or protein stability. In addition, we found that the translational repressor PDCD4 restrains the response of marginal zone B cells to a T-independent antigen. Our molecular characterization of B cell maturation is a valuable resource to further explore the mechanisms underpinning the specialised functions of B cell subsets.
Project description:Memory B cell responses are more rapid and of greater magnitude than are primary antibody responses. The mechanisms by which these secondary responses are eventually attenuated remain unknown. We demonstrate that the transcription factor ZBTB32 limits the rapidity and duration of antibody recall responses. ZBTB32 is highly expressed by mouse and human memory B cells, but not by their naïve counterparts. Zbtb32-/- mice mount normal primary antibody responses to T-dependent antigens. However, Zbtb32-/- memory B cell-mediated recall responses occur more rapidly and persist longer than do control responses. Microarray analyses demonstrate that Zbtb32-/- secondary bone marrow plasma cells display elevated expression of genes that promote cell cycle progression and mitochondrial function relative to wild-type controls. BrdU labeling and adoptive transfer experiments confirm more rapid production and a cell-intrinsic survival advantage of Zbtb32-/- secondary plasma cells relative to wild-type counterparts. ZBTB32 is therefore a novel negative regulator of antibody recall responses. CD45.2 wild type and Zbtb32-/- splenocytes from NP-CGG-immune donors were transferred into CD45.1 recipients and challenged with NP-CGG. CD45.2 donor NP-specific plasma cells B cells were isolated from the bone marrow 7 days later. 6 biological replicates of each genotype were performed.
Project description:Memory B cell responses are more rapid and of greater magnitude than are primary antibody responses. The mechanisms by which these secondary responses are eventually attenuated remain unknown. We demonstrate that the transcription factor ZBTB32 limits the rapidity and duration of antibody recall responses. ZBTB32 is highly expressed by mouse and human memory B cells, but not by their naïve counterparts. Zbtb32-/- mice mount normal primary antibody responses to T-dependent antigens. However, Zbtb32-/- memory B cell-mediated recall responses occur more rapidly and persist longer than do control responses. Microarray analyses demonstrate that Zbtb32-/- secondary bone marrow plasma cells display elevated expression of genes that promote cell cycle progression and mitochondrial function relative to wild-type controls. BrdU labeling and adoptive transfer experiments confirm more rapid production and a cell-intrinsic survival advantage of Zbtb32-/- secondary plasma cells relative to wild-type counterparts. ZBTB32 is therefore a novel negative regulator of antibody recall responses. CD45.2 wild type and Zbtb32-/- splenocytes from NP-CGG-immune donors were transferred into CD45.1 recipients and challenged with NP-CGG. CD45.2 donor NP-specific memory B cells were isolated from the spleen 7 days later. 5-6 biological replicates of each genotype were performed.