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Spatially resolved single-cell analysis uncovers protein kinase Cδ-expressing microglia with anti-tumor activity in glioblastoma [Spatial Transcriptomics]

ABSTRACT: The glioblastoma (GBM) microenvironment contains resident immune cells with intrinsic anti-tumor potential, particularly microglia. Understanding the single-cell spatial heterogeneity and interactions between immune cells and brain tumor–initiating cells (BTICs) is essential for identifying therapeutic targets to reprogram immune responses and suppress BTIC growth. Using single-cell and spatial transcriptomics, we mapped immune cell populations in the GBM microenvironment and identified signaling networks mediating immune–cancer cell interactions. We discovered a previously unrecognized subset of microglia expressing protein kinase Cδ (PKCδ) with anti-tumor activity against BTICs. The presence of PKCδ-expressing microglia was validated in human GBM specimens. Enhancing PKCδ in microglia via adeno-associated virus or niacin increased phagocytosis of patient-derived BTICs in vitro and improved survival in GBM-bearing mice. Data from The Cancer Genome Atlas (TCGA) revealed that high PKCδ expression correlates with increased apoptosis, phagocytosis, and immune signaling pathways. These findings offer highlight PKCδ+ microglia as a promising therapeutic target in GBM.

ORGANISM(S): Mus musculus

PROVIDER: GSE298689 | GEO | 2025/11/18

REPOSITORIES: GEO

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