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ArticleThe oncologist2025

Integrative multiomic and immune profiling of lung adenocarcinoma: molecular landscapes, gene expression, and treatment response insights.

Honghong Dong, Yahui Tian, Yujie Guo, Shaowei Xin, Suxin Jiang, Zitong Wan, Huaiyu Wang, Yong Han

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Honghong DongDepartment of Thoracic Surgery, Air Force Medical Center, Fourth Military Medical University, Beijing 100142, China.
Yahui TianDepartment of Thoracic Surgery, Air Force Medical Center, Fourth Military Medical University, Beijing 100142, China.
Yujie GuoDepartment of Thoracic Surgery, Air Force Medical Center, Fourth Military Medical University, Beijing 100142, China.
Shaowei XinDepartment of Thoracic Surgery, Air Force Medical Center, Fourth Military Medical University, Beijing 100142, China.
Suxin JiangDepartment of Thoracic Surgery, Air Force Medical Center, Fourth Military Medical University, Beijing 100142, China.
Zitong WanDepartment of Thoracic Surgery, Air Force Medical Center, Fourth Military Medical University, Beijing 100142, China.
Huaiyu WangDepartment of Thoracic Surgery, Air Force Medical Center, Fourth Military Medical University, Beijing 100142, China.
Yong HanDepartment of Thoracic Surgery, Air Force Medical Center, Fourth Military Medical University, Beijing 100142, China.ORCID 0009-0001-0768-4914

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China Postdoctoral Science Foundation 2023MT44294National Natural Science Foundation of China 82373102National Natural Science Foundation of China 82403121Natural Science Foundation of Shandong Province ZR2022QH146
6 · The paper itself

Abstract

backgroundLung adenocarcinoma (LUAD) is a major cause of cancer death. Traditional histopathological classification overlooks molecular heterogeneity, limiting personalized treatment. This study used multiomic data to define LUAD subtypes, assess prognostic significance, and analyze immune features, aiming to improve targeted therapy and clinical outcomes.

methodsThis study used Consensus Clustering and Gap Statistics to analyze LUAD multiomic data, including mRNA, lncRNA, miRNA, DNA methylation, and mutations. Clustering was validated by silhouette plots and heatmaps. Molecular characterization involved regulon activity, immune and metabolic profiling. Functional assays (qPCR, WB, CCK-8, flow cytometry) assessed neuronal differentiation factor (NDNF)'s role in LUAD.

resultsTwo molecular LUAD subtypes showed distinct clustering and survival outcomes. One subtype had worse prognosis and unique immune features, including checkpoint expression and microenvironment differences. Gene signatures and metabolism varied by subtype. Neuronal differentiation factor was downregulated in tumors; its overexpression suppressed LUAD cell viability and promoted apoptosis, suggesting tumor-suppressive function.

conclusionsThis study identifies 2 LUAD subtypes with distinct molecular and immune features linked to prognosis and therapy response. Neuronal differentiation factor downregulation and its tumor-suppressive effects highlight its therapeutic potential. These findings support improved LUAD stratification and personalized treatment strategies.

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Adenocarcinoma of LungLung NeoplasmsBiomarkers, TumorFemaleGene Expression ProfilingGene Expression Regulation, NeoplasticHumansMalePrognosisTranscriptomeTumor MicroenvironmentBiomarkers, Tumordifferential gene expressionimmune profilinglung adenocarcinomamolecular subtypesmultiomicspersonalized medicine

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PMCPMC12526892

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