3D matrix promotes cell dedifferentiation into colorectal cancer stem cells via integrin/cytoskeleton/glycolysis signaling.

ABSTRACT: The potential for tumor occurrence triggered by cancer stem cells (CSCs) has emerged as a significant challenge for human colorectal cancer therapy. However, the underlying mechanism of CSC development remains controversial. Our study provided evidence that the bulk of tumor cells could dedifferentiate to CSCs and reacquire CSC-like phenotypes if cultured in the presence of extracellular matrix reagents, such as Matrigel and fibrin gels. In these 3D gels, CD133^- colorectal cancer cells can regain tumorigenic potential and stem-like phenotypes. Mechanistically, the 3D extracellular matrix could mediate cytoskeletal F-actin bundling through biomechanical force associated receptors integrin β1 (ITGB1), contributing to the release of E3 ligase tripartite motif protein 11 (TRIM11) fr

SUBMITTER: Han T 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC9633319 | biostudies-literature | 2022 Nov

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature