Proteomics to study cardiotoxic noxae in adults

ABSTRACT: The heart tissue is a potential target of various noxae contributing to the onset of cardiovascular diseases. However, underlying pathophysiological mechanisms are largely unknown. Human stem cell-derived models are promising, but a major concern is the cell immaturity when estimating risks for adults. In this study, 3D aggregates of human embryonic stem cell-derived cardiomyocytes were cultivated for 300 days and characterized regarding degree of maturity, structure, and cell composition. Furthermore, effects of ionizing radiation (X rays, 0.1–2 Gy) on matured aggregates were investigated, representing one of the noxae that are challenging to assess. Video-based functional analyses were correlated to changes in the proteome after the irradiation. Cardiomyocytes reached maximum maturity after 100 days in cultivation, judged by α-actinin lengths, displayed typical multinucleation and branching. At this time, aggregates contained all major cardiac cell types, proven by the patch-clamp technique. Matured and X-ray-irradiated aggregates revealed a subtle increase in beat rates and decrease in rhythmicity in a dose-dependent manner compared to non irradiated sham controls. The proteome analysis provides first insights into signaling mechanisms contributing to cardiotoxicity. Here, we propose an in vitro model suitable to screen various noxae to target adult cardiotoxicity by preserving all benefits of a 3D tissue culture.

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ORGANISM(S): Homo Sapiens (human)

TISSUE(S): Heart, Pluripotent Stem Cell

SUBMITTER: Christine von Toerne  

LAB HEAD: Insa s. Schroeder

PROVIDER: PXD028099 | Pride | 2021-11-04

REPOSITORIES: Pride