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ReviewVaccines2025

HDAC3: A Multifaceted Modulator in Immunotherapy Sensitization.

Rui Han, Yujun Luo, Jingdong Gao, Huiling Zhou, Yuqian Wang, Jiaojiao Chen, Guoyin Zheng, Changquan Ling

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Review in Vaccines, 2025. 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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1 · What the graph read from it

What it found

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The abstract states no effect estimate the extractor could read, or names no intervention and outcome on the map, so this paper lights no cell and moves no belief. It is still indexed, cited and linked below.

2 · The registry

The trial behind it

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Neither the registry nor the abstract names a trial number. If this is a trial report, that itself is worth knowing.

3 · Its place in the literature

Who cites it

2 citing papers in PubMed.

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4 · The record

Corrections and comments

PubMed lists nothing against this paper. Absence here is not a guarantee, only a check that was made.

5 · Who and what money

Authors and funding

8 authors.

Rui HanOncology Department of Chinese Medicine, The First Affiliated Hospital of Naval Medical University, Shanghai 200433, China.ORCID 0000-0001-8856-3681
Yujun LuoOncology Department of Chinese Medicine, The First Affiliated Hospital of Naval Medical University, Shanghai 200433, China.
Jingdong GaoOncology Department of Chinese Medicine, The First Affiliated Hospital of Naval Medical University, Shanghai 200433, China.
Huiling ZhouOncology Department of Chinese Medicine, The First Affiliated Hospital of Naval Medical University, Shanghai 200433, China.
Yuqian WangOncology Department of Chinese Medicine, The First Affiliated Hospital of Naval Medical University, Shanghai 200433, China.
Jiaojiao ChenOncology Department of Chinese Medicine, The First Affiliated Hospital of Naval Medical University, Shanghai 200433, China.
Guoyin ZhengOncology Department of Chinese Medicine, The First Affiliated Hospital of Naval Medical University, Shanghai 200433, China.ORCID 0000-0001-6704-1569
Changquan LingOncology Department of Chinese Medicine, The First Affiliated Hospital of Naval Medical University, Shanghai 200433, China.

Funding

Gusu Health Talents Program Training Project in Suzhou GSWS2020081National Natural Science Foundation of China 82030117National Natural Science Foundation of China 82204864Suzhou Science and Technology Plan Project SKY2022059
6 · The paper itself

Abstract

Histone deacetylase 3 (HDAC3) has emerged as a critical epigenetic regulator in tumor progression and immune modulation, positioning it as a promising target for enhancing cancer immunotherapy. This work comprehensively explores HDAC3's multifaceted roles, focusing on its regulation of key immune-modulatory pathways such as cGAS-STING, ferroptosis, and the Nrf2/HO-1 axis. These pathways are central to tumor immune evasion, antigen presentation, and immune cell activation. Additionally, the distinct effects of HDAC3 on various immune cell types-including its role in enhancing T cell activation, restoring NK cell cytotoxicity, promoting dendritic cell maturation, and modulating macrophage polarization-are thoroughly examined. These findings underscore HDAC3's capacity to reshape the tumor immune microenvironment, converting immunologically "cold tumors" into "hot tumors" and thereby increasing their responsiveness to immunotherapy. The therapeutic potential of HDAC3 inhibitors is highlighted, both as standalone agents and in combination with immune checkpoint inhibitors, to overcome resistance and improve treatment efficacy. Innovative strategies, such as the development of selective HDAC3 inhibitors, advanced nano-delivery systems, and integration with photodynamic or photothermal therapies, are proposed to enhance treatment precision and minimize toxicity. By addressing challenges such as toxicity, patient heterogeneity, and resistance mechanisms, this study provides a forward-looking perspective on the clinical application of HDAC3 inhibitors. It highlights its significant potential in personalized cancer immunotherapy, paving the way for more effective treatments and improved outcomes for cancer patients.

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combination therapyHDAC3immune modulationtumor immunotherapytumor microenvironment

Identifiers

PMID40006729
PMCPMC11860249

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