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Evidence on the direct correlation between miR-31 and IL-22 axis in IMQ-induced psoriasis

Florence Abdallah1, Chantal Pichon1,2

  • 1Centre de Biophysique Moléculaire, CNRS-UPR4301, Orléans, France.

Experimental Dermatology
|July 7, 2019
PubMed

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This study reveals a direct correlation between miR-31-5p and IL-22 in psoriatic skin, identifying Pwp1 as a novel target. These findings highlight the role of microRNAs in psoriasis pathogenesis.

Area of Science:

  • Dermatology
  • Molecular Biology
  • Genetics

Background:

  • Psoriatic skin exhibits dysregulated microRNA (miRNA) profiles contributing to disease development.
  • miR-31, a known upregulated miRNA, promotes keratinocyte proliferation and migration in psoriasis.
  • Interleukin-22 (IL-22) is a key cytokine involved in inducing miR-31 expression.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To investigate the relationship between miR-31-5p and the IL-22 axis in psoriasis.
  • To identify novel molecular targets of miR-31-5p within keratinocytes.

Main Methods:

  • Analysis of miR-31-5p and IL-22 expression in psoriatic skin.
  • In silico and in vitro validation of potential miR-31-5p targets in keratinocytes.

Main Results:

  • A direct correlation was established between miR-31-5p and IL-22 levels in psoriasis.
  • Pwp1 was identified as a novel potential molecular target of miR-31-5p in keratinocytes.

Conclusions:

  • miR-31-5p and IL-22 play significant roles in the pathogenesis of psoriasis.
  • Pwp1 emerges as a potential therapeutic target for psoriasis interventions.
Keywords:
IL-22Pwp1miR-31psoriasis

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