IGF2BP2: an m6A reader that affects cellular function and disease progression
Siyi Liu1,2, Shan Liao3, Junyu He4
1Department of Radiation Oncology, The Affiliated Cancer Hospital of Xiangya School of Medicine Central South University/Hunan Cancer Hospital, Changsha, 410013, Hunan, China.
Abstract:
Insulin-like growth factor 2 messenger RNA (mRNA)-binding protein 2 (IGF2BP2) is a widely studied N6-methyladenosine (m6A) modification reader, primarily functioning to recognize and bind to m6A modification sites on the mRNA of downstream target genes, thereby enhancing their stability. Previous studies have suggested that the IGF2BP2-m6A modification plays an essential role in cellular functions and the progression of various diseases. In this review, we focus on summarizing the molecular mechanisms by which IGF2BP2 enhances the mRNA stability of downstream target genes through m6A modification, thereby regulating cell ferroptosis, epithelial-mesenchymal transition (EMT), stemness, angiogenesis, inflammatory responses, and lipid metabolism, ultimately affecting disease progression. Additionally, we update the related research progress on IGF2BP2. This article aims to elucidate the effects of IGF2BP2 on cell ferroptosis, EMT, stemness, angiogenesis, inflammatory responses, and lipid metabolism, providing a new perspective for a comprehensive understanding of the relationship between IGF2BP2 and cell functions such as ferroptosis and EMT, as well as the potential for targeted IGF2BP2 therapy for tumors and other diseases.
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