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ArticleMolecular biology reports2025

In vitro study on reversible regulation of CAR-T function by Kinsenoside.

Guangmei Li, Delian Zhou, Shangwu Ning, Dengju Li, Yan He, Xiaojian Zhu

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Guangmei LiDepartment of Hematology, Tongji Hospital, Tongji Medical College, Huazhong University of Science and Technology, Wuhan, 430030, Hubei, China.
Delian ZhouDepartment of Hematology, Tongji Hospital, Tongji Medical College, Huazhong University of Science and Technology, Wuhan, 430030, Hubei, China.
Shangwu NingHepatic Surgery Center, Tongji Hospital, Tongji Medical College, Huazhong University of Science and Technology, Wuhan, 430030, Hubei, China.
Dengju LiDepartment of Hematology, Tongji Hospital, Tongji Medical College, Huazhong University of Science and Technology, Wuhan, 430030, Hubei, China.
Yan HeDepartment of Pharmacy, Tongji Hospital, Tongji Medical College, Huazhong University of Science and Technology, Wuhan, 430030, China. yanhe@tjh.tjmu.edu.cn.
Xiaojian ZhuDepartment of Hematology, Tongji Hospital, Tongji Medical College, Huazhong University of Science and Technology, Wuhan, 430030, Hubei, China. zhuxiaojian@hust.edu.cn.

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National Natural Science Foundation of China No.82270183
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Abstract

backgroundsChimeric antigen receptor T-cell (CAR-T) therapy has effectively treated various types of malignant tumors. However, effective methods to address its excessive expansion are currently lacking.

aimsWe aimed to identify a natural compound that can safely and reversibly regulate CAR-T cell function. MATERIALS AND

methodsThis study combined virtual screening of network pharmacology with in vitro experimental verification to evaluate how a natural small-molecule kinsenoside (KD) can dynamically regulate the function of CAR-T cells. Human and CAR-T cells were treated with KD. Following the intervention and subsequent drug withdrawal, we conducted flow cytometry for T-cell functional tests, such as cell proliferation, cell cycle, and cytotoxicity. Additionally, transcriptome analysis was used to investigate the potential regulatory mechanisms involved.

resultsThe results indicated that KD inhibited CAR-T cell proliferation, blocked the cell cycle, reduced the killing function, and reduced IL6 secretion. KD drives CAR-T cells to Th17 fate without shifting CD4+/CD8 + ratios, modulating inflammation via Th17 pathways. The drug exhibits excellent characteristics, such as good reversibility, controllability, and low toxicity.

conclusionsThus, this natural occurring small molecule can act as a "functional switch," thereby providing new ideas for the balance between toxicity management and the efficacy of CAR-T therapy. Furthermore, it has the potential to pave the way for the combination of traditional Chinese medicine and modern cell therapy technology.

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4-ButyrolactoneImmunotherapy, AdoptiveReceptors, Chimeric AntigenT-LymphocytesCell CycleCell Line, TumorCell ProliferationHumans4-ButyrolactoneReceptors, Chimeric AntigenCAR-T reversible regulationEffector differentiationImmune homeostasisKinsenoside

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