Project description:Objectives: To explore the molecular mechanisms of PM2.5-induced dysfunction in human corneal epithelial cells (HCECs). Methods: RNA-Seq was performed to identify the differentially expressed genes (DEGs) in PM2.5-exposed HCECs compared to unexposed condition, which was followed by validation via real-time PCR (qRT-PCR). Results: A total of 434 DEGs—240 up-regulated and 194 down-regulated—were identified in PM2.5-exposed HCECs rather than unexposed HCECs. The expression of a few genes related to proliferation, inflammation, and aryl hydrocarbon stimulation were significantly altered by PM2.5 exposure, which may contribute to PM2.5-related corneal diseases. Conclusion: The present study identified the altered expression of hundreds of genes in HCECs exposed to PM2.5, which suggests the importance of PM2.5 for cornea health.
Project description:In order to assess the alteration of lncRNA expression in 16HBE cell treated with PM2.5 samples, we determined the lncRNA expression profiles in 16HBE cell treated with PBS (control group) and PM2.5 samples (low dose 125 μg/mL and high dose 500 μg/mL) using lncRNA Microarray.
Project description:In order to assess the alteration of lncRNA expression in 16HBE cell treated with PM2.5 samples, we determined the lncRNA expression profiles in 16HBE cell treated with PBS (control group) and PM2.5 samples (low dose 125 μg/mL and high dose 500 μg/mL) using lncRNA Microarray. 16HBE Cells were treated with PM2.5 suspension at concentration of 125 μg/mL and 500 μg/mL, and PBS was used in the control group for 48 h. Then, total RNAs were extracted for lncRNA chip preparation and analysis.
Project description:To further explore the potential mechanism underlying PM2.5-induced lung tumorigenesis, we performed circRNA sequencing (circRNA-seq) using RNA isolated from control or chronic PM2.5 exposed HBE cells (control n=3 vs. PM2.5 n=3)
Project description:To determine the epigenetic mechanism by which PM2.5 deteriorated synaptic transmission and spatial learning and memory, we determined miRNA expression in hippocampi of mice in absent or present of PM2.5 exposure using GenoExplorer microRNA microarray analysis.
