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Abstract:
N6-methyladenosine (m6A) modification is the most widespread RNA internal modification involved in RNA metabolism. M6A regulators consist of writers, erasers and readers. They exert their function by methylation, demethylation and recognization respectively, participating in cell biology and immune responses. Previously, the focus of m6A modification is its effect on tumor progress. Currently, extensive m6A-related studies have been performed in autoimmune diseases, such as RA, IBD and SLE, revealing that the unique influence of m6A modification in autoimmunity is undeniable. In this review, we summarize the function of m6A regulators, analyze their roles in pathogenic immune cells, summarize the m6A modification in SLE, and provide the potential m6A-targeting therapies for autoimmune diseases.
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