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ArticleBMC systems biology2017

Manatee invariants reveal functional pathways in signaling networks.

Leonie Amstein, Jörg Ackermann, Jennifer Scheidel, Simone Fulda, Ivan Dikic, Ina Koch

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Article in BMC systems biology, 2017. The graph could read no effect estimate from its abstract, so it casts no vote on the map. Cited by 2 papers.

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Leonie AmsteinMolecular Bioinformatics, Institute of Computer Science, Goethe-University Frankfurt am Main, Robert-Mayer-Straße 11-15, Frankfurt am Main, 60325, Germany.ORCID http://orcid.org/0000-0002-9524-0343
Jörg AckermannMolecular Bioinformatics, Institute of Computer Science, Goethe-University Frankfurt am Main, Robert-Mayer-Straße 11-15, Frankfurt am Main, 60325, Germany.
Jennifer ScheidelMolecular Bioinformatics, Institute of Computer Science, Goethe-University Frankfurt am Main, Robert-Mayer-Straße 11-15, Frankfurt am Main, 60325, Germany.
Simone FuldaInstitute for Experimental Cancer Research in Pediatrics, Goethe-University Frankfurt am Main, Komturstraße 3a, Frankfurt am Main, 60528, Germany.
Ivan DikicInstitute of Biochemistry II, Goethe-University Hospital Frankfurt am Main, Theodor-Stern-Kai 7, Frankfurt am Main, 60590, Germany.
Ina KochMolecular Bioinformatics, Institute of Computer Science, Goethe-University Frankfurt am Main, Robert-Mayer-Straße 11-15, Frankfurt am Main, 60325, Germany. Ina.Koch@bioinformatik.uni-frankfurt.de.
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6 · The paper itself

Abstract

backgroundSignal transduction pathways are important cellular processes to maintain the cell's integrity. Their imbalance can cause severe pathologies. As signal transduction pathways feature complex regulations, they form intertwined networks. Mathematical models aim to capture their regulatory logic and allow an unbiased analysis of robustness and vulnerability of the signaling network. Pathway detection is yet a challenge for the analysis of signaling networks in the field of systems biology. A rigorous mathematical formalism is lacking to identify all possible signal flows in a network model.

resultsIn this paper, we introduce the concept of Manatee invariants for the analysis of signal transduction networks. We present an algorithm for the characterization of the combinatorial diversity of signal flows, e.g., from signal reception to cellular response. We demonstrate the concept for a small model of the TNFR1-mediated NF- κB signaling pathway. Manatee invariants reveal all possible signal flows in the network. Further, we show the application of Manatee invariants for in silico knockout experiments. Here, we illustrate the biological relevance of the concept.

conclusionsThe proposed mathematical framework reveals the entire variety of signal flows in models of signaling systems, including cyclic regulations. Thereby, Manatee invariants allow for the analysis of robustness and vulnerability of signaling networks. The application to further analyses such as for in silico knockout was shown. The new framework of Manatee invariants contributes to an advanced examination of signaling systems.

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Models, BiologicalSignal TransductionAnimalsComputer SimulationGene Knockout TechniquesNF-kappa BReceptors, Tumor Necrosis Factor, Type ITrichechusNF-kappa BReceptors, Tumor Necrosis Factor, Type IFeasibilityManatee invariantMathematical modelNF- κB pathwayPetri netSignaling pathwayTransition invariant

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