FAM114A1 Promotes Immune Evasion of Triple-negative Breast Cancer by Simultaneously Activating PI3K/AKT Signaling and Disrupting E2F4-condensate Formation
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ABSTRACT: Immune checkpoint blockade (ICB) therapy, which revolutionized cancer treatment, has been approved for triple-negative breast cancer (TNBC) treatment. Unfortunately, the majority of TNBC patients are either not eligible for the treatment or exhibit resistance. Understanding the underlying mechanisms and enhancing treatment efficacy are urgently needed. Here, utilizing CRISPR activation screening, we identified FAM114A1 as a key mediator of immune evasion and ICB therapy resistance in TNBC patients. Mechanistically, FAM114A1 binds to p85α to activate PI3K/AKT pathway, and simultaneously, prevents E2F4-condensate formation to promote E2F4-driven MTDH expression. Elevation of these FAM114A1-mediated pathways inhibit tumor antigen presentation and consequently suppress anti-tumor immunity in TNBC. Moreover, FAM114A1-targeting boosts anti-PD-1 treatment in mouse models and the FAM114A1 signature shows strong predictive performance in recognizing TNBC patients who may benefit from ICB therapy. Collectively, our study provides new insights into the mechanisms underlying TNBC immune evasion and a potential avenue to improve ICB treatment effectiveness.
ORGANISM(S): Mus musculus
PROVIDER: GSE295176 | GEO | 2025/10/16
REPOSITORIES: GEO
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