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Vanessa Bolduan¹, Andrea Pautz², Matthias Bros¹

¹Department of Dermatology, Medical Center of the Johannes Gutenberg University, 55131 Mainz, Germany.

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KH-type splicing regulatory protein (KSRP) regulates gene expression and immune responses. Its activity is modulated by various factors, impacting inflammation and host defense, offering therapeutic potential.

Keywords:

KSRP RNA-binding protein innate immunity

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Area of Science:

Immunology
Molecular Biology
Gene Regulation

Background:

KH-type splicing regulatory protein (KSRP) is a key regulator of gene expression, influencing transcription, splicing, mRNA decay, and microRNA maturation.
KSRP plays a critical role in modulating immune responses, including the regulation of pro-inflammatory cytokines and the maturation of specific microRNAs.

Purpose of the Study:

To review the current understanding of KSRP's regulatory mechanisms, including post-translational modifications and interactions with non-coding RNAs.
To elucidate the multifaceted role of KSRP in innate immunity and its impact on various inflammatory conditions.
To explore the therapeutic potential of modulating KSRP activity for immune-related diseases.

Main Methods:

Literature review of studies investigating KSRP's function in gene expression and immunity.
Analysis of KSRP's involvement in inflammatory signaling pathways, such as RIG-I-mediated signaling.
Examination of in vivo data from KSRP-deficient models in conditions like arthritis, sepsis, and fungal infections.

Main Results:

KSRP regulates inflammatory stimuli by influencing cytokine production, phagocytosis, and antiviral signaling.
KSRP deficiency impacts disease severity differently across various conditions, reducing arthritis but exacerbating sepsis and enhancing fungal clearance.
KSRP acts as a dual regulator, limiting tissue damage while also constraining antimicrobial immunity.

Conclusions:

KSRP's activity is dynamically regulated by multiple mechanisms, enabling tailored immune responses.
KSRP exhibits a dual role in immunity, balancing tissue protection with antimicrobial defense.
Targeting KSRP activity pharmacologically presents a promising strategy for managing inflammatory and infectious diseases.