Identification and validation of m6A-associated ferroptosis genes in renal clear cell carcinoma

Shuo Pang1,2, Shuo Zhao1, Yuxi Dongye1,2

  • 1Department of Urology, Qilu Hospital of Shandong University, Jinan, Shandong, P.R. China.

PubMed

Insights

Novel biomarkers for clear cell renal cell carcinoma (ccRCC) were identified using gene expression data. These biomarkers can predict patient outcomes and potential drug treatments for this urinary cancer.

Area of Science:

  • Oncology
  • Genomics
  • Biomarker Discovery

Background:

  • Clear cell renal cell carcinoma (ccRCC) is a significant urinary cancer with limited effective treatments.
  • Identifying novel biomarkers is critical for developing targeted therapies and improving patient outcomes.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To identify novel prognostic biomarkers for clear cell renal cell carcinoma (ccRCC).
  • To develop a predictive model for ccRCC patient outcomes and response to immunotherapy.
  • To explore potential therapeutic targets for ccRCC treatment.

Main Methods:

  • Differential gene expression analysis of ccRCC and control samples.
  • Functional enrichment analysis of differentially expressed N6-methyladenosine RNA methylation and ferroptosis-related genes (DEMFRGs).
  • Machine learning algorithms to identify and model prognostic genes, followed by nomogram construction.

Main Results:

  • Identified 37 DEMFRGs, with hypoxia-induced cell death and metabolism pathways being significantly enriched.
  • Discovered five key prognostic genes: TRIB3, CHAC1, NNMT, EGFR, and SLC1A4.
  • Developed a nomogram that accurately predicts ccRCC patient outcomes and immunotherapy response, with high-risk groups showing poorer results.

Conclusions:

  • The identified prognostic genes are linked to various cancers and can predict ccRCC treatment efficacy.
  • The developed risk model shows potential for predicting immunotherapy outcomes in ccRCC patients.
  • This research offers promising new biomarkers and potential therapeutic strategies for clear cell renal cell carcinoma.