Linyu Shi , Xiaoyu Zhang , Liming Mao , Yuquan Zhang
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Abstract
Background
Heterophyllin B (HB) is a cyclic peptide with anti-neoplastic effect on many cancers. However, its effect and mechanism of action in ovarian cancer cells are still unknown.
Purpose
The primary objective of this study was to assess the impact of HB on the proliferation of ovarian cancer (OC) cells and delve into the underlying mechanisms involved.
Methods
We performed CCK-8 assays, HE staining, KI67 staining, clonogenic formation assays, Annexin V-FITC/PI staining, tumor invasion assays, and migration assays to detect the effects of HB on cell viability, proliferation, apoptosis, migration, and invasion in ovarian cancer cells. Additionally, real-time fluorescent quantitative PCR (qPCR) and Western blotting were utilized for verification. The expression of NF-E2-related factor 2 (NRF2) and heme oxygenase 1 (HMOX1/HO-1) signaling molecules was detected using qPCR and Western blotting. A specific inducer, Hemin, was used to activate HO-1 and Nrf2 overexpression, in order to verify the pharmacological mechanism of HB on ovarian cancer cells. The binding relationship between HB and NRF2 was investigated through molecular docking.
Results
HB treatment inhibited the viability of OC cells, meanwhile it showed suppressive effect on the proliferation, migration, and invasion of OC cells, Meanwhile, HB could promote the apoptosis of tumor cells. For the mechanisms, we found that HB treatment could significantly down-regulate the levels of NRF2/HO-1. Consistent with the results of in vitro experiments, administration of HB significantly delayed tumor growth in OVCAR8 xenografted nude mice, and inhibited the expression of Ki67, Nrf2 and HO-1.
Conclusion
This study demonstrated that HB had anti-neoplastic effect on OC by inhibiting Nrf2/HO-1 signaling pathway and may be a potential drug for the treatment of OC.
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Tissue and Cell is devoted to original research on the organization of cells, subcellular and extracellular components at all levels, including the grouping and interrelations of cells in tissues and organs. The journal encourages submission of ultrastructural studies that provide novel insights into structure, function and physiology of cells and tissues, in health and disease. Bioengineering and stem cells studies focused on the description of morphological and/or histological data are also welcomed.
Studies investigating the effect of compounds and/or substances on structure of cells and tissues are generally outside the scope of this journal. For consideration, studies should contain a clear rationale on the use of (a) given substance(s), have a compelling morphological and structural focus and present novel incremental findings from previous literature.
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