Transcriptomics

Dataset Information

0

Chronic inflammatory stimulation of endothelial cells


ABSTRACT: This study investigates the interplay between cellular senescence and inflammation in human umbilical vein endothelial cells (HUVECs). We employed RNA sequencing to analyze gene expression changes in HUVECs subjected to replicative- or radiation-stress-induced senescence, and compared these profiles with those of cells under acute or chronic TNFα-mediated inflammation. Our findings reveal that both senescence types exhibit significant upregulation of genes associated with epithelial- (or endothelial) mesenchymal transition (EMT) and inflammatory pathways, indicating a shared molecular response. Notably, chronic inflammation led to a pronounced EMT signature as well, while acute inflammation primarily activated classical inflammatory responses. Experimental validation confirmed reduced proliferation and increased secretion of pro-inflammatory cytokines (IL-6 and IL-8) in senescent and chronically inflamed cells and substantiated the upregulation of EMT marker genes. Additionally, we observed impaired wound healing capacity in senescent and chronically inflamed cells, highlighting the functional consequences of these cellular states. Our study underscores the critical role of inflammation in exacerbating senescence-related changes, contributing to the understanding of age-related cardiovascular pathologies. These insights may inform future therapeutic strategies aimed at mitigating the effects of aging and inflammation on endothelial function and cardiovascular health.

ORGANISM(S): Homo sapiens

PROVIDER: GSE296602 | GEO | 2025/06/18

REPOSITORIES: GEO

Dataset's files

Source:
Action DRS
Other
Items per page:
1 - 1 of 1

Similar Datasets

2025-06-18 | GSE294733 | GEO
2024-04-08 | E-MTAB-13959 | biostudies-arrayexpress
2025-01-18 | GSE286438 | GEO
2012-05-15 | E-GEOD-37972 | biostudies-arrayexpress
2025-01-08 | GSE273828 | GEO
2013-04-05 | E-GEOD-37092 | biostudies-arrayexpress
2013-04-05 | E-GEOD-37091 | biostudies-arrayexpress
2009-06-01 | E-GEOD-13712 | biostudies-arrayexpress
2018-12-29 | E-MTAB-4971 | biostudies-arrayexpress
2023-10-23 | GSE160166 | GEO