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ArticleRespiratory research2025

Transcription factor ZNF266 suppresses cancer progression by modulating CA9-mediated intracellular pH alteration in lung adenocarcinoma.

Shencheng Ren, Junkan Zhu, Guangyao Shan, Jiaqi Liang, Yunyi Bian, Han Lin, Haochun Shi, Binyang Pan, Guangyin Zhao, Huiqin Yang and 4 more

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Shencheng Ren *Department of Thoracic Surgery, Zhongshan Hospital, Fudan University, Shanghai, 200032, China.
Junkan Zhu *Department of Thoracic Surgery, Zhongshan Hospital, Fudan University, Shanghai, 200032, China.
Guangyao Shan *Department of Thoracic Surgery, Zhongshan Hospital, Fudan University, Shanghai, 200032, China.
Jiaqi LiangDepartment of Thoracic Surgery, Zhongshan Hospital, Fudan University, Shanghai, 200032, China.
Yunyi BianDepartment of Thoracic Surgery, Zhongshan Hospital, Fudan University, Shanghai, 200032, China.
Han LinDepartment of Thoracic Surgery, Zhongshan Hospital, Fudan University, Shanghai, 200032, China.
Haochun ShiDepartment of Thoracic Surgery, Zhongshan Hospital, Fudan University, Shanghai, 200032, China.
Binyang PanDepartment of Thoracic Surgery, Zhongshan Hospital, Fudan University, Shanghai, 200032, China.
Guangyin ZhaoDepartment of Thoracic Surgery, Shanghai Geriatric Medical Center, Fudan University, Shanghai, 201104, China.
Huiqin YangDepartment of Thoracic Surgery, Zhongshan Hospital, Fudan University, Shanghai, 200032, China.
Xiaolong HuangDepartment of Thoracic Surgery, Zhongshan Hospital, Fudan University, Shanghai, 200032, China.
Cheng ZhanDepartment of Thoracic Surgery, Zhongshan Hospital, Fudan University, Shanghai, 200032, China. czhan10@fudan.edu.cn.
Di GeDepartment of Thoracic Surgery, Zhongshan Hospital, Fudan University, Shanghai, 200032, China. ge.di@zs-hospital.sh.cn.
Guoshu BiDepartment of Thoracic Surgery, Zhongshan Hospital, Fudan University, Shanghai, 200032, China. gsbi18@fudan.edu.cn.

Funding

China Postdoctoral Science Foundation 2024M760555National Natural Science Foundation of China 82403100National Natural Science Foundation of China 82473184Natural Science Foundation of Shanghai Municipality 22ZR1411900Natural Science Foundation of Shanghai Municipality 24ZR1409900
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Abstract

backgroundLung cancer remains the leading cause of cancer-related mortality globally, with lung adenocarcinoma (LUAD) being the most prevalent subtype. Despite extensive research efforts, the role of transcription factors in LUAD progression remains largely uncharacterized. In this study, we focused on ZNF266, a transcription factor whose impacts on LUAD have not been investigated.

methodsUsing high-throughput sequencing data, we observed a significant downregulation of ZNF266 expression in LUAD tissues. To validate this finding, we conducted a retrospective analysis of nearly three thousand LUAD patients' data from public databases and our institution. Functional studies were performed using cell lines, organoids, and xenograft models to assess the role of ZNF266 in LUAD progression. RNA sequencing, chromatin immunoprecipitation, DNA pull-down assays, and dual-luciferase reporter assays were employed to elucidate the underlying mechanism. Additionally, adeno-associated virus (AAV)-mediated overexpression of ZNF266 was used to evaluate its therapeutic potential.

resultsPatients with low ZNF266 expression had poorer prognosis compared to those with high expression. ZNF266 inhibits the malignant phenotypes of LUAD, including proliferation, migration, and invasion. Mechanistically, ZNF266 binds to the promoter region of CA9, suppressing its transcription. This leads to a reduction in intracellular pH and subsequent inhibition of the mTOR signaling pathway, which is crucial for cancer cell growth and survival. Furthermore, AAV-mediated overexpression of ZNF266 significantly inhibited tumor growth in patient-derived xenograft models.

conclusionsOur study demonstrated that ZNF266 inhibits LUAD progression in a pH-dependent manner via modulating CA9 expression, uncovering its therapeutic significance for LUAD treatment.

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Adenocarcinoma of LungDisease ProgressionLung NeoplasmsTranscription FactorsAnimalsCell Line, TumorCell ProliferationFemaleGene Expression Regulation, NeoplasticHumansHydrogen-Ion ConcentrationMaleMiceMice, Inbred BALB CMice, NudeRetrospective StudiesTranscription FactorsIntracellular pHLung adenocarcinomamTOROrganoidsTranscription factor

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