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The role of O-GlcNAcylation in innate immunity and inflammation

Yongqiang Wang1, Xiuwu Fang1, Shuai Wang1

  • 1Institutes of Biology and Medical Science, Soochow University, Suzhou 215123, China.

Journal of Molecular Cell Biology
|December 6, 2022
PubMed

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O-linked β-N-acetylglucosaminylation (O-GlcNAcylation) is a crucial post-translational modification impacting protein function. This review explores its significant roles in innate immunity, inflammation, and cancer, offering insights for therapeutic development.

Area of Science:

  • Biochemistry and Molecular Biology
  • Immunology
  • Oncology

Background:

  • O-linked β-N-acetylglucosaminylation (O-GlcNAcylation) is a dynamic post-translational modification (PTM) regulating protein activity, localization, and stability.
  • This reversible PTM is controlled by O-linked N-acetylglucosamine transferase and O-GlcNAcase, influencing cellular processes.
  • O-GlcNAcylation interacts with other PTMs like phosphorylation, suggesting a broad regulatory scope.

Approach:

  • This review synthesizes recent research advances on O-GlcNAcylation.
  • Focuses on the regulatory roles of O-GlcNAcylation in innate immunity and inflammation.
  • Highlights the implications of O-GlcNAcylation in cancer development.

Key Points:

  • O-GlcNAcylation is critical for innate immunity and inflammatory signaling pathways.
  • Dysregulation of O-GlcNAcylation is implicated in the pathogenesis of inflammatory diseases and cancer.
  • Understanding O-GlcNAcylation mechanisms can reveal novel therapeutic targets.

Conclusions:

  • O-GlcNAcylation plays a significant role in regulating immune responses and inflammation.
  • Further research into O-GlcNAcylation is essential for developing effective treatments for inflammatory conditions and cancer.
  • Targeting O-GlcNAcylation pathways may offer novel therapeutic strategies.
Keywords:
O-GlcNAcylationcancerinflammationinnate immunity

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