Conditional expression of a dominant negative-TEAD2 construct modulates YAP1/TEAD-dependent transcription and arrests growth of human malignant mesothelioma MSTO-211H [TEAD2-dn] xenografts.

ABSTRACT: We investigate the dependence of human malignant pleural mesothelioma on a functional YAP1-TEAD transcription factor complex to maintain fully established tumors in vivo. We show that, in a dysfunctional Hippo genetic background, expression of a dominant negative TEAD2 modulates YAP1/TEAD-dependent gene expression and inhibits growth of established tumor xenografts. Our data demonstrate that, in the context of a mutated Hippo pathway, TEAD2 activity is essential to maintain the growth of mesothelioma tumors in vivo, thus validating the concept of inhibiting the activated YAP1/TEAD complex for the treatment of malignant pleural mesothelioma patients.

ORGANISM(S): Homo sapiens

PROVIDER: GSE196691 | GEO | 2022/02/17

REPOSITORIES: GEO