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Drosophila Nrf2/Keap1 Mediated Redox Signaling Supports Synaptic Function and Longevity and Impacts on Circadian Activity.

ABSTRACT: Many neurodegenerative conditions and age-related neuropathologies are associated with increased levels of reactive oxygen species (ROS). The cap "n" collar (CncC) family of transcription factors is one of the major cellular system that fights oxidative insults, becoming activated in response to oxidative stress. This transcription factor signaling is conserved from metazoans to human and has a major developmental and disease-associated relevance. An important mammalian member of the CncC family is nuclear factor erythroid 2-related factor 2 (Nrf2) which has been studied in numerous cellular systems and represents an important target for drug discovery in different diseases. CncC is negatively regulated by Kelch-like ECH associated protein 1 (Keap1) and this interaction provides the basis for a homeostatic control of cellular antioxidant defense. We have utilized the Drosophila model system to investigate the roles of CncC signaling on longevity, neuronal function and circadian rhythm. Furthermore, we assessed the effects of CncC function on larvae and adult flies following exposure to stress. Our data reveal that constitutive overexpression of CncC modifies synaptic mechanisms that positively impact on neuronal function, and suppression of CncC inhibitor, Keap1, shows beneficial phenotypes on synaptic function and longevity. Moreover, supplementation of antioxidants mimics the effects of augmenting CncC signaling. Under stress conditions, lack of CncC signaling worsens survival rates and neuronal function whilst silencing Keap1 protects against stress-induced neuronal decline. Interestingly, overexpression and RNAi-mediated downregulation of CncC have differential effects on sleep patterns possibly via interactions with redox-sensitive circadian cycles. Thus, our data illustrate the important regulatory potential of CncC signaling in neuronal function and synaptic release affecting multiple aspects within the nervous system.

SUBMITTER: Spiers JG

PROVIDER: S-EPMC6476960 | biostudies-other | 2019

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-other

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<i>Drosophila</i> Nrf2/Keap1 Mediated Redox Signaling Supports Synaptic Function and Longevity and Impacts on Circadian Activity.

Spiers Jereme G JG Breda Carlo C Robinson Sue S Giorgini Flaviano F Steinert Joern R JR

Frontiers in molecular neuroscience 20190416

Many neurodegenerative conditions and age-related neuropathologies are associated with increased levels of reactive oxygen species (ROS). The cap "n" collar (CncC) family of transcription factors is one of the major cellular system that fights oxidative insults, becoming activated in response to oxidative stress. This transcription factor signaling is conserved from metazoans to human and has a major developmental and disease-associated relevance. An important mammalian member of the CncC family ...[more]

PMID: 31040766

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Project description:Under oxidative and electrophilic stresses, cells launch an NRF2-mediated transcriptional antioxidant program. The activation of NRF2 depends on a redox sensor, KEAP1, which promotes the ubiquitination and degradation of NRF2. While a great deal has been learned about this duo, its quantitative signaling properties are largely unexplored. Here we examined these properties, including half-life, maximal activation, and response steepness (ultrasensitivity) of NRF2, through mathematical modeling. The models describe the binding of KEAP1 and NRF2 via ETGE and DLG motifs, NRF2 production, KEAP1-dependent and independent NRF2 degradation, and perturbations by different classes of NRF2 activators. Simulations revealed at the basal condition, NRF2 is sequestered by KEAP1 and the KEAP1-NRF2 complex is distributed comparably in an ETGE-bound (open) state and an ETGE and DLG dual-bound (closed) state. When two-step ETGE binding is considered, class I-V, electrophilic NRF2 activators shift the balance to a closed state incompetent to degrade NRF2, while the open and closed KEAP1-NRF2 complexes transition from operating in cycle mode to equilibrium mode. Ultrasensitive NRF2 activation (a steep rise of free NRF2) can occur when NRF2 nearly saturates KEAP1. The ultrasensitivity results from zero-order degradation through DLG binding and protein sequestration through ETGE binding. Optimal abundances of cytosolic and nuclear KEAP1 exist to maximize ultrasensitivity. These response characteristics do not require disruption of DLG binding as suggested by the hinge-latch hypothesis. In comparison, class VI NRF2 activators cause a shift to the open KEAP1-NRF2 complex and ultimately its complete dissociation, resulting in a fast release of NRF2 followed by stabilization. However, ultrasensitivity is lost due to decreasing free KEAP1 abundance. In summary, by simulating the dual role of KEAP1, i.e., sequestering and promoting degradation of NRF2, our modeling provides novel quantitative insights into NRF2 activation, which may help design novel NRF2 modulators and understand the oxidative actions of environmental stressors.

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