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ArticleGenes & genomics2026

MicroRNA-124 induces AML differentiation and apoptosis through c-Myc suppression.

Byeol-Eun Jeon, Chan-Seong Kwon, Ji-Eun Lee, Su-Ji Lee, Kwonwoo Song, Yun Ju Lee, Du Hyeong Lee, Sang-Woo Kim

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Byeol-Eun Jeon *Department of Integrated Biological Science, College of Natural Sciences, Pusan National University, Busan, 46241, Republic of Korea.
Chan-Seong Kwon *Department of Integrated Biological Science, College of Natural Sciences, Pusan National University, Busan, 46241, Republic of Korea.
Ji-Eun Lee *Department of Integrated Biological Science, College of Natural Sciences, Pusan National University, Busan, 46241, Republic of Korea.
Su-Ji LeeDepartment of Integrated Biological Science, College of Natural Sciences, Pusan National University, Busan, 46241, Republic of Korea.
Kwonwoo SongDepartment of Stem Cell and Regenerative Biotechnology and Institute of Advanced Regenerative Science, Konkuk University, 120 Neungdong-ro, Gwangjin-gu, Seoul, 05029, Republic of Korea.
Yun Ju LeeDepartment of Integrated Biological Science, College of Natural Sciences, Pusan National University, Busan, 46241, Republic of Korea.
Du Hyeong LeeDepartment of Integrated Biological Science, College of Natural Sciences, Pusan National University, Busan, 46241, Republic of Korea.
Sang-Woo KimDepartment of Integrated Biological Science, College of Natural Sciences, Pusan National University, Busan, 46241, Republic of Korea. kimsw@pusan.ac.kr.

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Abstract

backgroundAcute myeloid leukemia (AML) is a hematologic malignancy marked by blocked differentiation and uncontrolled proliferation. While miR-124 has been implicated as a tumor suppressor in various cancers, its functional role in AML remains unclear.

objectiveThis study aimed to investigate the anti-leukemic effects of miR-124 and its regulatory mechanisms involving c-Myc and ROS signaling in AML.

methodsAML cells were engineered to overexpress miR-124. Functional assays including flow cytometry, viability, and apoptosis analyses were conducted. ROS levels were measured, and c-Myc regulation was evaluated via western blotting, qPCR, ChIP, and pharmacological inhibition. Exosome-mediated delivery was also examined.

resultsmiR-124 overexpression induced AML cell differentiation and apoptosis, accompanied by ROS accumulation and c-Myc downregulation. ROS induction suppressed c-Myc and activated the p21/p16/Rb axis, promoting cell cycle arrest. ChIP assays revealed that c-Myc binds the miR-124 promoter, indicating a negative feedback loop. Combination treatment with miR-124 and a c-Myc inhibitor enhanced anti-proliferative effects. Additionally, miR-124-containing exosomes reduced AML cell viability.

conclusionsmiR-124 acts as a tumor suppressor in AML by modulating a ROS-dependent c-Myc signaling pathway and inducing differentiation and apoptosis. These findings highlight miR-124 as a promising therapeutic and prognostic target in AML.

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Leukemia, Myeloid, AcuteMicroRNAsProto-Oncogene Proteins c-mycApoptosisCell DifferentiationCell Line, TumorCell ProliferationGene Expression Regulation, LeukemicHumansReactive Oxygen SpeciesSignal TransductionMicroRNAsMIRN124 microRNA, humanMYC protein, humanProto-Oncogene Proteins c-mycReactive Oxygen SpeciesAcute myeloid leukemiaAML differentiationc-MycMicroRNA-124Reactive oxygen species (ROS)

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