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    Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences ; 2010
    In:  Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences Vol. 107, No. 22 ( 2010-06), p. 10250-10255
    In: Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences, Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences, Vol. 107, No. 22 ( 2010-06), p. 10250-10255
    Kurzfassung: Among the large set of cell surface glycan structures, the carbohydrate polymer polysialic acid (polySia) plays an important role in vertebrate brain development and synaptic plasticity. The main carrier of polySia in the nervous system is the neural cell adhesion molecule NCAM. As polySia with chain lengths of more than 40 sialic acid residues was still observed in brain of newborn Ncam −/− mice, we performed a glycoproteomics approach to identify the underlying protein scaffolds. Affinity purification of polysialylated molecules from Ncam −/− brain followed by peptide mass fingerprinting led to the identification of the synaptic cell adhesion molecule SynCAM 1 as a so far unknown polySia carrier. SynCAM 1 belongs to the Ig superfamily and is a powerful inducer of synapse formation. Importantly, the appearance of polysialylated SynCAM 1 was not restricted to the Ncam −/− background but was found to the same extent in perinatal brain of WT mice. PolySia was located on N-glycans of the first Ig domain, which is known to be involved in homo- and heterophilic SynCAM 1 interactions. Both polysialyltransferases, ST8SiaII and ST8SiaIV, were able to polysialylate SynCAM 1 in vitro, and polysialylation of SynCAM 1 completely abolished homophilic binding. Analysis of serial sections of perinatal Ncam −/− brain revealed that polySia-SynCAM 1 is expressed exclusively by NG2 cells, a multifunctional glia population that can receive glutamatergic input via unique neuron-NG2 cell synapses. Our findings sug-gest that polySia may act as a dynamic modulator of SynCAM 1 functions during integration of NG2 cells into neural networks.
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    Publikationsdatum: 2010
    ZDB Id: 209104-5
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    In: Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences, Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences, Vol. 105, No. 7 ( 2008-02-19), p. 2538-2543
    Kurzfassung: Glomerulopathy with fibronectin (FN) deposits (GFND) is an autosomal dominant disease with age-related penetrance, characterized by proteinuria, microscopic hematuria, hypertension, and massive glomerular deposits of FN that lead to end-stage renal failure. The genetic abnormality underlying GFND was still unknown. We hypothesized that mutations in FN1 , which encodes FN, were the cause of GFND. In a large Italian pedigree with eight affected subjects, we found linkage with GFND at the FN1 locus at 2q32. We sequenced the FN1 in 15 unrelated pedigrees and found three heterozygous missense mutations, the W1925R, L1974R, and Y973C, that cosegregated with the disease in six pedigrees. The mutations affected two domains of FN (Hep-II domain for the W1925R and the L1974R, and Hep-III domain for the Y973C) that play key roles in FN–cell interaction and in FN fibrillogenesis. Mutant recombinant Hep-II fragments were expressed, and functional studies revealed a lower binding to heparin and to endothelial cells and podocytes compared with wild-type Hep-II and an impaired capability to induce endothelial cell spreading and cytoskeletal reorganization. Overall dominant mutations in FN1 accounted for 40% of cases of GFND in our study group. These findings may help understanding the pathogenesis of proteinuria and glomerular FN deposits in GFND and possibly in more common renal diseases such as diabetic nephropathy, IgA nephropathy, and lupus nephritis. To our knowledge no FN1 mutation causing a human disease was previously reported.
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    Publikationsdatum: 2008
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    Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences ; 1994
    In:  Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences Vol. 91, No. 20 ( 1994-09-27), p. 9367-9371
    In: Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences, Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences, Vol. 91, No. 20 ( 1994-09-27), p. 9367-9371
    Kurzfassung: The light-driven proton pump bacteriorhodopsin (bR) from Halobacterium salinarium has been genetically transferred into the inner mitochondrial membrane (IM) of the eukaryotic cell Schizosaccharomyces pombe, where the archaebacterial proton pump replaces or increases the proton gradient usually formed by the respiratory chain. For targeting and integration, as well as for the correct orientation of bR in the IM, the bacterioopsin gene (bop) was fused to signal sequences of IM proteins. Northern and Western blot analysis proved that all hybrid gene constructs containing the bop gene and a mitochondrial signal sequence were expressed and processed to mature bR. Fast transient absorption spectroscopy showed photocycle activity of bR integrated in the IM by formation of the M intermediate. Experiments with the pH-sensitive fluorescence dye 2',7'-bis(2-carboxyethyl)-5 (and -6)-carboxyfluorescein revealed bR-mediated proton pumping from the mitochondrial matrix into the intermembrane space. Glucose uptake measurements under anaerobic conditions showed that yeast cells containing photoactive mitochondria need less sugar under illumination. In summary, our experiments demonstrate the functional genetic transfer of a light energy converter to a naturally nonphotoactive eukaryotic organism.
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    Publikationsdatum: 1994
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  • 4
    In: Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences, Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences, Vol. 118, No. 35 ( 2021-08-31)
    Kurzfassung: Embryonic diapause in mammals leads to a reversible developmental arrest. While completely halted in many species, European roe deer ( Capreolus capreolus ) embryos display a continuous deceleration of proliferation. During a 4-mo period, the cell doubling time is 2 to 3 wk. During this period, the preimplantation blastocyst reaches a diameter of 4 mm, after which it resumes a fast developmental pace to subsequently implant. The mechanisms regulating this notable deceleration and reacceleration upon developmental resumption are unclear. We propose that amino acids of maternal origin drive the embryonic developmental pace. A pronounced change in the abundance of uterine fluid mTORC1-activating amino acids coincided with an increase in embryonic mTORC1 activity prior to the resumption of development. Concurrently, genes related to the glycolytic and phosphate pentose pathway, the TCA cycle, and one carbon metabolism were up-regulated. Furthermore, the uterine luminal epithelial transcriptome indicated increased estradiol-17β signaling, which likely regulates the endometrial secretions adapting to the embryonic needs. While mTORC1 was predicted to be inactive during diapause, the residual embryonic mTORC2 activity may indicate its involvement in maintaining the low yet continuous proliferation rate during diapause. Collectively, we emphasize the role of nutrient signaling in preimplantation embryo development. We propose selective mTORC1 inhibition via uterine catecholestrogens and let-7 as a mechanism regulating slow stem cell cycle progression.
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    Publikationsdatum: 2021
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    Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences ; 2007
    In:  Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences Vol. 104, No. 39 ( 2007-09-25), p. 15549-15554
    In: Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences, Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences, Vol. 104, No. 39 ( 2007-09-25), p. 15549-15554
    Kurzfassung: Targeted delivery represents a promising approach for the development of safer and more effective therapeutics for oncology applications. Although macromolecules accumulate nonspecifically in tumors through the enhanced permeability and retention (EPR) effect, previous studies using nanoparticles to deliver chemotherapeutics or siRNA demonstrated that attachment of cell-specific targeting ligands to the surface of nanoparticles leads to enhanced potency relative to nontargeted formulations. Here, we use positron emission tomography (PET) and bioluminescent imaging to quantify the in vivo biodistribution and function of nanoparticles formed with cyclodextrin-containing polycations and siRNA. Conjugation of 1,4,7,10-tetraazacyclododecane-1,4,7,10-tetraacetic acid to the 5′ end of the siRNA molecules allows labeling with 64 Cu for PET imaging. Bioluminescent imaging of mice bearing luciferase-expressing Neuro2A s.c. tumors before and after PET imaging enables correlation of functional efficacy with biodistribution data. Although both nontargeted and transferrin-targeted siRNA nanoparticles exhibit similar biodistribution and tumor localization by PET, transferrin-targeted siRNA nanoparticles reduce tumor luciferase activity by ≈50% relative to nontargeted siRNA nanoparticles 1 d after injection. Compartmental modeling is used to show that the primary advantage of targeted nanoparticles is associated with processes involved in cellular uptake in tumor cells rather than overall tumor localization. Optimization of internalization may therefore be key for the development of effective nanoparticle-based targeted therapeutics.
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    Publikationsdatum: 2007
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    Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences ; 1958
    In:  Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences Vol. 44, No. 4 ( 1958-04), p. 354-363
    In: Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences, Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences, Vol. 44, No. 4 ( 1958-04), p. 354-363
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    Verlag: Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences
    Publikationsdatum: 1958
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    Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences ; 1983
    In:  Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences Vol. 80, No. 14 ( 1983-07), p. 4276-4280
    In: Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences, Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences, Vol. 80, No. 14 ( 1983-07), p. 4276-4280
    Kurzfassung: The final step in a scheme for the purification of the guanine nucleotide- and Mg2+-binding stimulatory regulatory component (Ns) of adenylyl cyclase [adenylate cyclase; ATP pyrophosphate-lyase (cyclizing), EC 4.6.1.1] from human erythrocyte membranes involves chromatography over hydroxylapatite (HAP) which yields two fractions. The first fraction (HAP I) contains predominantly two peptides that, upon sodium dodecyl sulfate/polyacrylamide gel electrophoresis, migrate with Mr values of 39,000 and 35,000. The second fraction (HAP II) contains predominantly Ns formed of two peptides of Mr 42,000 and 35,000. The HAP I, Mr 39,000 peptide is shown to be a substrate for the ADP-ribosylating toxin of Bordetella pertussis (pertussis toxin). Upon sucrose density gradient centrifugation, both the Mr 39,000 and the Mr 35,000 peptides of HAP I migrate at about 4 S. Treatment of HAP I with guanine nucleotide and Mg2+ prior to centrifugation results in a coordinated change in the migration of both peptides to 2 S. It is postulated that HAP I contains an alpha beta heterodimeric protein composed of an alpha subunit of Mr 39,000 and a beta subunit of Mr 35,000. Further, this protein dissociates under the influence of guanine nucleotides and Mg2+ into its individual alpha and beta subunits. Because previous studies have shown that treatment of cells and cell membranes with pertussis toxin results in attenuation of the effects of hormones that inhibit adenylyl cyclase activity, and because this effect correlates with the ADP-ribosylation of a Mr approximately equal to 40,000 peptide, we believe that we have purified a guanine nucleotide- and Mg2+-binding inhibitory regulatory component of adenylyl cyclases--i.e., the Ni.
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    Publikationsdatum: 1983
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    In: Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences, Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences, Vol. 117, No. 2 ( 2020-01-14), p. 1113-1118
    Kurzfassung: Genetic and phenotypic heterogeneity and the lack of sufficiently large patient cohorts pose a significant challenge to understanding genetic associations in rare disease. Here we identify Bsnd (alias Barttin ) as a genetic modifier of cystic kidney disease in Joubert syndrome, using a Cep290 -deficient mouse model to recapitulate the phenotypic variability observed in patients by mixing genetic backgrounds in a controlled manner and performing genome-wide analysis of these mice. Experimental down-regulation of Bsnd in the parental mouse strain phenocopied the severe cystic kidney phenotype. A common polymorphism within human BSND significantly associates with kidney disease severity in a patient cohort with CEP290 mutations. The striking phenotypic modifications we describe are a timely reminder of the value of mouse models and highlight the significant contribution of genetic background. Furthermore, if appropriately managed, this can be exploited as a powerful tool to elucidate mechanisms underlying human disease heterogeneity.
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    Verlag: Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences
    Publikationsdatum: 2020
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    Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences ; 1958
    In:  Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences Vol. 44, No. 7 ( 1958-07-01), p. 718-718
    In: Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences, Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences, Vol. 44, No. 7 ( 1958-07-01), p. 718-718
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    Verlag: Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences
    Publikationsdatum: 1958
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    Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences ; 2009
    In:  Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences Vol. 106, No. 13 ( 2009-03-31), p. 5258-5263
    In: Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences, Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences, Vol. 106, No. 13 ( 2009-03-31), p. 5258-5263
    Kurzfassung: Accurate unambiguous identification of ancient or historical specimens can potentially be achieved by DNA analysis. The controversy surrounding the fate of the last Russian Emperor, Nicholas II, and his family has persisted, in part, because the bodies of 2 children, Prince Alexei and 1 of his sisters, have not been found. A grave discovered in 1991 contained remains putatively identified as those of the Russian Royal family. However, not all family members were represented. Here, we report the results of genomic analyses of new specimens, the human remains of 2 burned skeletons exhumed from a grave discovered in July 2007, and the results of a comprehensive genomic analysis of remains from the 1991 discovery. Additionally, ≈117 years old archival blood specimens from Nicholas II were obtained and genotyped, which provided critical material for the specific determination of individual identities and kinship identifications. Results of genotypic analyses of damaged historical specimens were evaluated alongside samples from descendants of both paternal and maternal lineages of the European Royal families, and the results conclusively demonstrate that the recently found remains belong to children of Nicholas II: Prince Alexei and his sister. The results of our studies provide unequivocal evidence that the remains of Nicholas II and his entire family, including all 5 children, have been identified. We demonstrate that convergent analysis of complete mitochondrial genome sequences combined with nuclear DNA profiles is an efficient and conclusive method for individual and kinship identification of specimens obtained from old historic relics.
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    Publikationsdatum: 2009
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