NR6A1

Last update 08 May 2025

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CT150, GCNF, GCNF1

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Introduction

Orphan nuclear receptor that binds to a response element containing the sequence 5'-TCAAGGTCA-3' (PubMed:26769970). Acts as a regulator of embryonic stem cell pluripotency by mediating repression of POU5F1/OCT4: binds to the DR0 element within the POU5F1/OCT4 promoter and inhibits POU5F1/OCT4 expression during embryonic stem cell differentiation (PubMed:26769970). Involved in the regulation of gene expression in germ cell development during gametogenesis (By similarity).

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01 Apr 2025·The American Journal of Pathology

Laminin-γ2–NR6A1 Fusion Protein Promotes Metastatic Potential in Non–Small-Cell Lung Carcinoma Cells without Epidermal Growth Factor Receptor Mutation

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Author: Kaneko, Ryo ; Ishikawa, Ozora ; Funahashi, Nobuaki ; Koshikawa, Naohiko ; Kishimoto, Yuri

Laminin-γ2 fusion gene (Lm-γ2F), formed by translocation between LAMC2 and NR6A1, functions as an epidermal growth factor receptor (EGFR) ligand. However, its expression and impact on cancers beyond the initially studied contexts remain unclear. This study focused on Lm-γ2F protein secretion and its role in non-small-cell lung carcinoma (NSCLC), where EGFR signaling plays a pivotal role in malignancy progression. Lm-γ2F secretion was confirmed in serum-free conditioned medium from six NSCLC cell lines by Western blot analysis and further validated in NCI-H1650 cells. Hypothesizing that Lm-γ2F functions as an EGFR ligand, its effects in NSCLC cells lacking EGFR mutations were explored. In EKVX and RERF-LC-KJ cell lines, Lm-γ2F overexpression significantly enhanced cell growth, survival, motility, and invasiveness through EGFR signaling activation compared with controls. Conversely, no effects were observed in VMRC-LCD cells lacking EGFR expression. Additionally, increased membrane-type 1 matrix metalloproteinase expression was detected in Lm-γ2F-expressing EKVX cells. In vivo, these cells exhibited elevated metastatic activity in a lung metastasis model. These findings suggested that ectopic Lm-γ2F expression contributes to malignant progression in NSCLC cells without EGFR mutations. Furthermore, EGFR tyrosine kinase inhibitors may suppress metastasis in these contexts. This study provides novel insights into the oncogenic role of Lm-γ2F in NSCLC, highlighting its potential as a therapeutic target to mitigate tumor progression and metastasis.

18 Feb 2025·British Journal of Dermatology

Circular RNA circASH1L(4,5) protects microRNA-129-5p from target-directed microRNA degradation in human skin wound healing

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Author: Wang, Qizhang ; Geara, Jennifer ; Niu, Guanglin ; Toma, Maria A ; Bian, Xiaowei ; Zhang, Letian ; Li, Dongqing ; Sommar, Pehr ; Xu Landén, Ning ; Liu, Zhuang ; Piipponen, Minna ; Wang, Aoxue

AbstractBackgroundSkin wound healing involves a complex gene expression programme that remains largely undiscovered in humans. Circular RNAs (circRNAs) and microRNAs (miRNAs) are key players in this process.ObjectivesTo understand the functions and potential interactions of circRNAs and miRNAs in human skin wound healing.MethodsCircRNA, linear RNA and miRNA expression in human acute and chronic wounds were analysed with RNA sequencing and quantitative reverse transcription polymerase chain reaction. The roles of circASH1L(4,5) and miR-129-5p were studied in human primary keratinocytes (proliferation and migration assays, microarray analysis) and ex vivo wound models (histological analysis). The interaction between circASH1L(4,5) and miR-129-5p was examined using luciferase reporter and RNA pulldown assays.ResultsWe identified circASH1L(4,5) and its interaction with miR-129-5p, both of which increased during human skin wound healing. Unlike typical miRNA sponging, circASH1L enhanced miR-129 stability and silencing activity by protecting it from target-directed degradation triggered by NR6A1 mRNA. Transforming growth factor-β signalling – crucial in wound healing – promoted circASH1L expression while suppressing NR6A1, thereby increasing the abundance of miR-129 at the post-transcriptional level. CircASH1L and miR-129 enhanced keratinocyte migration and proliferation, crucial processes for the re-epithelialization of human wounds.ConclusionsOur study uncovered a novel role for circRNAs as protectors of miRNAs and highlights the importance of regulated miRNA degradation in skin wound healing.

01 Feb 2025·Animal Bioscience

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Author: Wu, Huiguang ; Lkhagva, Khosbayar ; Tumendemberel, Odbayar

Objective: This study aimed to investigate the genetic link between variations in vertebral number and meat production traits, such as body weight and body measurements (body length, body height, heart girth, and shin width) in Mongolian (Bayantsagaan) sheep. Additionally, we examined the association of single-nucleotide polymorphisms (SNPs) in candidate genes, particularly vertnin (VRTN), nuclear receptor subfamily 6, group A, member 1 (NR6A1), and synapse differentiation-inducing 1-like (SYNDIG1L), with vertebral number variations and their potential impact on meat production traits.Methods: The study involved 220 Bayantsagaan sheep from Bayantsagaan soum, Tov province, Mongolia, including 104 sheep with extra vertebrae group and 116 individuals with typical vertebral number as the control group. Morphological data, including body weight and body measurements, were collected, and genetic samples were obtained. The impact of vertebral number on morphological traits was estimated using a general linear model. The SNPs in the VRTN, NR6A1, and SYNDIG1L genes were sequenced, and their association with vertebral number was analyzed using one-way analysis of variance.Results: Bayantsagaan sheep with extra vertebrae were, on average, 4.45 kg heavier and exhibited higher variability in body size traits compared to the control group. Four polymorphic sites were identified at the VRTN gene, with one polymorphic locus (VRTN1716) showing a significant association with vertebrae number and body size. Sheep with C/C genotype at VRTN1716 locus, had more vertebrae and larger body size compared to other genotypes.Conclusion: The findings suggest that variations in vertebral number and VRTN gene polymorphisms are linked to favorable meat production traits in Bayantsagaan sheep. The identified SNP (VRTN1716) associated with vertebral number and body size offers the potential for marker-assisted selection in breeding programs. These results provide valuable insights into the genetic basis of meat production traits in Bayantsagaan sheep and may contribute to the development of more efficient breeding strategies.

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