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Abstract
Triple-negative breast cancer (TNBC) is known for its aggressive nature, and Quercetin (QUE) has shown potential anti-cancer effects. In this study, we determined the IC50 of QUE for inhibiting cell viability in multiple TNBC, non-TNBC, and normal breast cell lines. We compared the expression of ORM2 in TNBC clinical samples and normal tissues. Additionally, we measured ORM2 expression in TNBC and normal breast cell lines. We determined the IC50 of QUE for inhibiting cell viability after ORM2 knockdown. An orthotopic implantation mice model was used to evaluate the treatment effect of QUE. We also conducted molecular docking and amino acid exchange validation to model the binding of QUE to ORM2. Furthermore, we performed a protein-protein interaction network analysis and GO enrichment analysis of differentially expressed genes associated with ORM2 in TNBC. QUE inhibited the viability of both TNBC and non-TNBC cell lines, but it was specifically associated with worse survival in TNBC patients. We observed higher expression of ORM2 in breast cancer cells compared to normal breast cells. Knockdown of ORM2 reduced the viability of TNBC cells. Treatment with QUE inhibited ORM2 expression and decreased viability in TNBC cells. In the animal model, QUE improved survival and downregulated ORM2 expression in tumors. Enrichment analysis provided insights into the potential functions of ORM2. Conclusion: Our findings indicate that QUE directly inhibits TNBC cell viability through its interaction with ORM2. These results contribute to our understanding of the anti-cancer mechanisms of QUE in TNBC and highlight ORM2 as a potential therapeutic target.
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The American Journal of Cancer Research (AJCR) (ISSN 2156-6976), is an independent open access, online only journal to facilitate rapid dissemination of novel discoveries in basic science and treatment of cancer. It was founded by a group of scientists for cancer research and clinical academic oncologists from around the world, who are devoted to the promotion and advancement of our understanding of the cancer and its treatment. The scope of AJCR is intended to encompass that of multi-disciplinary researchers from any scientific discipline where the primary focus of the research is to increase and integrate knowledge about etiology and molecular mechanisms of carcinogenesis with the ultimate aim of advancing the cure and prevention of this increasingly devastating disease. To achieve these aims AJCR will publish review articles, original articles and new techniques in cancer research and therapy. It will also publish hypothesis, case reports and letter to the editor. Unlike most other open access online journals, AJCR will keep most of the traditional features of paper print that we are all familiar with, such as continuous volume, issue numbers, as well as continuous page numbers to retain our comfortable familiarity towards an academic journal.