Project description:We perform single nucleus RNAsequencing using a smartseq2 protocol on mouse, chicken, and human cerbellar nuclei. Nuclei were released and FACS sorted for NeuN
Project description:During cerebellar development, the main portion of the cerebellar plate neuroepithelium (NE) gives birth to Purkinje cells and interneurons, while the germinal zone at its dorsal edge, called the rhombic lip (RL), generates granule cells and cerebellar nuclei neurons. However, it remains elusive how these components work together to generate the intricate structure of the cerebellar anlage. In this study, we found that a polarized cerebellar anlage structure self-organizes in three-dimensional (3D) human ES cell (hESC) culture. This NE is capable of differentiating into electrophysiologically functional Purkinje cells. The addition of FGF19 promotes spontaneous generation of dorsoventrally polarized NE structures containing cerebellar and basal plates. Furthermore, further addition of SDF1 promoted the generation of stratified cerebellar plate NE with RL-like germinal zones self-forming at the edge. Thus, hESC-derived cerebellar progenitors exhibit substantial self-organizing potential for generating a polarized structure reminiscent of the early human cerebellar anlage at the first trimester. Examination of mRNA profile in two different treated human ES cells .
Project description:During cerebellar development, the main portion of the cerebellar plate neuroepithelium (NE) gives birth to Purkinje cells and interneurons, while the germinal zone at its dorsal edge, called the rhombic lip (RL), generates granule cells and cerebellar nuclei neurons. However, it remains elusive how these components work together to generate the intricate structure of the cerebellar anlage. In this study, we found that a polarized cerebellar anlage structure self-organizes in three-dimensional (3D) human ES cell (hESC) culture. This NE is capable of differentiating into electrophysiologically functional Purkinje cells. The addition of FGF19 promotes spontaneous generation of dorsoventrally polarized NE structures containing cerebellar and basal plates. Furthermore, further addition of SDF1 promoted the generation of stratified cerebellar plate NE with RL-like germinal zones self-forming at the edge. Thus, hESC-derived cerebellar progenitors exhibit substantial self-organizing potential for generating a polarized structure reminiscent of the early human cerebellar anlage at the first trimester.
Project description:We profiled micro-dissected deep cerebellar nuclei (DCN) from 2-3 month old mice for single-nucleus RNAseq to study the cellular populations present in the region and in particular, to define the molecular subtype identity of glutamatergic neurons. From our data, we isolated vGluT2-expressing transcriptomes and identified a graded and anti-correlated expression of two sets of genes associated with the first principal component (PC1) in our dataset, defining separate cell populations. Multiplexed in situ hybridization analysis confirmed the nonoverlapping expression patterns and revealed their topography within the DCN. We then probed the function of these neurons in further experiments and found that one of the two populations was associated with food intake. Our broader study defines a conserved satiation centre and neural mechanism that may represent a novel therapeutic target for the management of excessive eating.
Project description:Expression analysis was performed with in vitro cultured cerebellar granule neurons (CGNs) isolated from rat brain. The CGNs were culture for four weeks. Each sample was collected after interval of seven days. No treatment was given to any cultured neurons at any time point. The purpose of the experiment was to identify the genes differentially expressed during the senescence of CGNs. The experiment is useful in revealing the senescence associated genetic markers in neurons.
Project description:Primary cultures of Cerebellar Granule Neurons (CGNs) have been extensively utilized to examine the signal transduction mechanisms underlying neuronal apoptosis. We conducted whole-genome expression profiling to decipher the transcriptional program controlling the apoptotic/survival switch in cerebellar granule neurons (CGNs) following the induction of apoptosis by serum and potassium deprivation and their rescue by gastric inhibitory polypeptide (Gip), substance p (Sp), insulin-like growth factor-1 (Igf1) or pituitary adenylyl cyclase-activating polypeptide (Pacap). Our results reveal the transcriptional changes intersecting neuronal apoptosis and survival and form the basis for further functional analyses and pharmacological exploitation to identify neuroprotective drugs. After six days âin vitroâ (DIV), extracellular KCl of CGNs was shifted from 25 to 5 mM for neuronal apoptotic death induction. After two washes with serum-free BME containing 5 mM KCl, neurons were incubated with the same medium for 6 h (K5), while control neurons were incubated with serum free medium supplemented with 25 mM KCl (K25). K5 neurons were also treated with a maximal effective dose of Gip, Sp, Igf1 and Pacap. Four biological replicates (derived from the same litter) for each of the experimental conditions (K25, K5, K5 + Gip; K25, K5, K5 + Sp; K25, K5, K5 + Igf1; K25, K5, K5 + Pacap) were analyzed.
Project description:DOT1L as methyltransferase of H3K79 is implicated in brian development. Here, we further defined DOT1L function within the granular neurons during cerebellar development using ChIP-seq of H3K79 dimethylation of isolated cerebellar granular neurons and progenitors. Thereby we compared samples treated with a DOT1L inhibitor versus DMSO treated cells. The data sets reveals new important targets of DOT1L, which ensure a correct development of the cerebellum.
Project description:Interferon-b (IFN-b) belongs to the type I interferon family of cytokines and via binding to its receptor, interferon-a/b-receptor (IFNAR), it exerts immunoregulatory effects such as anti-viral and anti-inflammatory properties, and clinical benefits for patients with the CNS disease multiple sclerosis. To compare differentially regulated genes in neurons of interferon-beta knock out mice (Ifnb–/–), we conducted a microarray analysis on cerebellar granular neurons (CGNs) from wt (Ifnb+/+) and Ifnb-/- mice with or without treatment with recombinant IFN-b.
Project description:Primary cultures of Cerebellar Granule Neurons (CGNs) have been extensively utilized to examine the signal transduction mechanisms underlying neuronal apoptosis. We conducted whole-genome expression profiling to decipher the transcriptional program controlling the apoptotic/survival switch in cerebellar granule neurons (CGNs) following the induction of apoptosis by serum and potassium deprivation and their rescue by gastric inhibitory polypeptide (Gip), substance p (Sp), insulin-like growth factor-1 (Igf1) or pituitary adenylyl cyclase-activating polypeptide (Pacap). Our results reveal the transcriptional changes intersecting neuronal apoptosis and survival and form the basis for further functional analyses and pharmacological exploitation to identify neuroprotective drugs.