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FOXOs: masters of the equilibrium
Tianshu Gui1, Boudewijn M T Burgering1
1Molecular Cancer Research, Center Molecular Medicine, University Medical Center Utrecht and the Oncode Institute, The Netherlands.
The FEBS Journal
|October 5, 2021
Summary
Forkhead box O (FOXO) transcription factors maintain cellular homeostasis and genomic stability. Their role in these processes may explain their impact on lifespan and aging.
Area of Science:
- Molecular Biology
- Genetics
- Cell Biology
Background:
- Forkhead box O (FOXO) transcription factors are key regulators in mammals.
- FOXO activity is linked to extended lifespan in model organisms.
- FOXO function is regulated by signaling pathways and post-translational modifications.
Purpose of the Study:
- To summarize FOXO regulation and functions.
- To illustrate FOXO's role in maintaining genomic stability and homeostasis.
- To identify unknowns in FOXO function related to lifespan and aging.
Main Methods:
- Review of existing literature on FOXO transcription factors.
- Analysis of FOXO's role in cellular processes like metabolism, redox, proliferation, DNA repair, and autophagy.
- Focus on genomic stability as a model for FOXO-mediated homeostasis.
Main Results:
- FOXO TFs are crucial for cellular homeostasis across various conditions.
- FOXO TFs regulate critical cellular functions including metabolism, DNA repair, and autophagy.
- FOXO's role in maintaining genomic stability is highlighted as a key mechanism.
Conclusions:
- FOXO transcription factors are vital for maintaining cellular equilibrium.
- Understanding FOXO's role in genomic stability is key to understanding its influence on aging and lifespan.
- Further research into FOXO function is needed to fully elucidate its impact on lifespan and age-related diseases.
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