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Effect of overexpression of Empty or POU2F2 on gene expression in P14 CD8 T cells at single cell level [scRNA-seq II]


ABSTRACT: In chronic viral infections, sustained CD8+ T cell response relies on TCF1+ precursor exhausted T cells (TPEX) exhibiting stem-like properties. TPEX self-renew and respond to PD-1 blockade, underscoring their paramount importance. However, strategies for effectively augmenting TPEX remain limited. Here, we demonstrate that ZC3H12A deficiency initiates a stemness program in TPEX but also increases cell death, whereas BCOR deficiency predominantly promotes TPEX proliferation. Consequently, co-targeting of both BCOR and ZC3H12A imparts exceptional stemness and functionality to TPEX, thereby enhancing viral control. Mechanistically, BCOR and ZC3H12A collaboratively suppress a core stemness program in TPEX characterized by heightened expression of approximately 216 factors. While TCF1 plays a role, this core stemness program relies on novel factors, including PDZK1IP1, IFIT3, PIM2, LTB, and POU2F2. Crucially, overexpressing POU2F2 robustly boosts TPEX and enhances antiviral immunity. Thus, a core stemness program exists in exhausted T cells, jointly repressed by BCOR and ZC3H12A, robustly controlling TPEX differentiation and providing new targets for addressing T cell exhaustion.

ORGANISM(S): Mus musculus

PROVIDER: GSE285186 | GEO | 2025/04/23

REPOSITORIES: GEO

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