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  • Epigenetics
  • Cell Biology
  • Hepatology

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  • Hepatic stellate cells (HSCs) are liver-resident mesenchymal stem cells involved in regeneration and fibrogenesis.
  • HSC activation involves a myofibroblast-like phenotype and altered gene expression.
  • Comprehensive DNA methylation analysis during HSC activation is lacking.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To investigate the role of DNA methylation in the in vitro activation of hepatic stellate cells.

Main Methods:

  • Genome-wide Methyl-MiniSeq EpiQuest sequencing was used to compare quiescent and activated HSCs.
  • Antibody-based assays assessed global DNA methylation levels.
  • 5-bromo-2-deoxyuridine and L-mimosine treatments investigated DNA demethylation mechanisms.

Main Results:

  • A significant decrease in global DNA methylation was observed during HSC activation.
  • Approximately 400 differentially methylated regions (hypo- and hypermethylation) were identified.
  • DNA methylation changes correlated well with gene expression, and demethylation was active, not dependent on DNA synthesis.

Conclusions:

  • In vitro HSC activation involves significant DNA methylation changes linked to gene regulation.
  • Epigenetic mechanisms, particularly DNA methylation, are crucial for controlling early HSC activation.
  • Global DNA demethylation during HSC activation is an active process.