Xuejun Wang, Haiyang Ji, Yanting Yang, Dan Zhang, Xiehe Kong, Xiaoying Li, Hongna Li, Yunqiong Lu, Guang Yang, Jie Liu, Huangan Wu, Jue Hong, Xiaopeng Ma
{"title":"Moxibustion Regulates the BRG1/Nrf2/HO-1 Pathway by Inhibiting MicroRNA-222-3p to Prevent Oxidative Stress in Intestinal Epithelial Cells in Ulcerative Colitis and Colitis-Associated Colorectal Cancer.","authors":"Xuejun Wang, Haiyang Ji, Yanting Yang, Dan Zhang, Xiehe Kong, Xiaoying Li, Hongna Li, Yunqiong Lu, Guang Yang, Jie Liu, Huangan Wu, Jue Hong, Xiaopeng Ma","doi":"10.1155/2024/8273732","DOIUrl":"10.1155/2024/8273732","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>Oxidative stress is crucial in ulcerative colitis (UC) and colitis-associated colorectal cancer (CAC). Intestinal epithelial cells (IECs) are an important component of the intestinal barrier. In previous studies, we have demonstrated that suppressing microRNA-222-3p (miR-222-3p) can protect against oxidative stress in IECs, which ameliorates colonic injuries in UC mice and prevents the conversion of UC to CAC. In this case, we hope to explore whether moxibustion can alleviate UC and CAC by inhibiting miR-222-3p based on mouse models of UC and CAC. After herb-partitioned moxibustion (HPM) intervention, the disease activity index (DAI) and colon macroscopic damage index (CMDI) were significantly reduced in UC mice, and the number and volume of intestinal tumors were decreased considerably in CAC mice. Meanwhile, we found that HPM suppressed miR-222-3p expression and upregulated the mRNA and protein expression of Brahma-related gene 1 (BRG1), nuclear factor erythroid 2-related factor 2 (Nrf2), heme oxygenase-1 (HO-1), while inhibiting Kelch-like ECH-associated protein 1 (Keap1) expression in IECs of UC and CAC mice. With changes in reactive oxygen species (ROS), malondialdehyde (MDA), glutathione peroxidase (GSH-Px), and inflammatory cytokines interleukin (IL)-1<i>β</i> and tumor necrosis factor (TNF)-<i>α</i>), we verified that HPM protects against oxidative stress and inflammation in IECs of UC and CAC mice. The effect of HPM was inhibited in miR-222-3p overexpression mice, further demonstrating that the protective effect of HPM on UC and CAC mice was through inhibiting miR-222-3p. In summary, HPM regulates the BRG1/Nrf2/HO-1 pathway by inhibiting miR-222-3p to attenuate oxidative stress in IECs in UC and CAC.</p>","PeriodicalId":15952,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Immunology Research","volume":"2024 ","pages":"8273732"},"PeriodicalIF":3.5,"publicationDate":"2024-09-25","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC11446618/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142365495","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":3,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Studying the Humoral Response against SARS-CoV-2 in Cuban COVID-19 Recovered Patients.","authors":"Ivette Orosa Vázquez, Marianniz Díaz, Yaima Zúñiga Rosales, Klayris Amada, Janoi Chang, Ernesto Relova Hernández, Yaima Tundidor, Hilda Roblejo Balbuena, Giselle Monzón, Bárbara Torres Rives, Enrique Noa Romero, Danay Carrillo Valdés, Irinia Valdivia Álvarez, Aurora Delahanty Fernández, Claudia Díaz, Joaquín Solozabal, Mileidys Gil, Belinda Sánchez, Gertrudis Rojas, Beatriz Marcheco, Tania Carmenate","doi":"10.1155/2024/7112940","DOIUrl":"10.1155/2024/7112940","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>Understanding the immune response generated by SARS-CoV-2 is critical for assessing efficient therapeutic protocols and gaining insights into the durability of protective immunity. The current work was aimed at studying the specific humoral responses against SARS-CoV-2 in Cuban COVID-19 convalescents. We developed suitable tools and methods based on ELISA methodology, for supporting this evaluation. Here, we describe the development of an ELISA for the quantification of anti-RBD IgG titers in a large number of samples and a similar test in the presence of NH<sub>4</sub>SCN as chaotropic agent for estimating the RBD specific antibody avidity. Additionally, a simple and rapid ELISA based on antibody-mediated blockage of the binding RBD-ACE2 was implemented for detecting, as a surrogate of conventional test, the levels of anti-RBD inhibitory antibodies in convalescent sera. In a cohort of 273 unvaccinated convalescents, we identified higher anti-RBD IgG titer (1 : 1,330, <i>p</i> < 0.0001) and higher levels of inhibitory antibodies blocking RBD-ACE2 binding (1 : 216, <i>p</i> < 0.05) among those who had recovered from severe illness. Our results suggest that disease severity, and not demographic features such as age, sex, and skin color, is the main determinant of the magnitude and neutralizing ability of the anti-RBD antibody response. An additional paired longitudinal assessment in 14 symptomatic convalescents revealed a decline in the antiviral antibody response and the persistence of neutralizing antibodies for at least 4 months after the onset of symptoms. Overall, SARS-CoV-2 infection elicits different levels of antibody response according to disease severity that declines over time and can be monitored using our homemade serological assays.</p>","PeriodicalId":15952,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Immunology Research","volume":"2024 ","pages":"7112940"},"PeriodicalIF":3.5,"publicationDate":"2024-09-25","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC11446615/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142365498","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":3,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Tsukie Kin Tsukuda, Kimiko Tsuji, Akari Nishimori, Takehiko Ito, Yuka Kobayashi, Taro Suzuki, Akihito Yokoyama
{"title":"Elevated Proportions of Circulating CXCR5<sup>+</sup> Follicular Helper T Cells Reflect the Presence of Airway Obstruction in Asthma.","authors":"Tsukie Kin Tsukuda, Kimiko Tsuji, Akari Nishimori, Takehiko Ito, Yuka Kobayashi, Taro Suzuki, Akihito Yokoyama","doi":"10.1155/2024/2020514","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1155/2024/2020514","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Materials and methods: </strong>Using flow cytometry, we identified and quantified Group 2 innate lymphocytes, T helper 2 cells, follicular helper T cells, and T helper 17 cells in peripheral blood samples from 49 individuals with asthma. We then conducted cross-sectional analyses to assess relationships between levels of these immune cells and lung function parameters, including the percentage predicted forced expiratory volume in 1 s (%FEV1). We also examined correlations between the proportions of immune cells and type 2 biomarkers.</p><p><strong>Results: </strong>Proportions of CXCR5<sup>+</sup> follicular helper T cells in human peripheral blood, as opposed to Group 2 innate lymphoid cells (ILC2) or T helper 2 cells, were significantly higher in cases with %FEV1 < 80% compared to those with %FEV1 ≥ 80%. Further, these proportions correlated negatively with %FEV1 and positively with blood eosinophil counts.</p><p><strong>Conclusions: </strong>The proportion of circulating follicular helper T cells, but not T helper 2 cells or Group 2 innate lymphoid cells, may reflect the presence of airway obstruction caused by persistent type 2 inflammation.</p>","PeriodicalId":15952,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Immunology Research","volume":"2024 ","pages":"2020514"},"PeriodicalIF":3.5,"publicationDate":"2024-09-19","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC11427719/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142348106","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":3,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"The Potential Impact of HNRNPA2B1 on Human Cancers Prognosis and Immune Microenvironment.","authors":"Tao Huang,Gang Zhu,Fan Chen","doi":"10.1155/2024/5515307","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1155/2024/5515307","url":null,"abstract":"HNRNPA2B1 is a member of the HNRNP family, which is associated with telomere function, mRNA translation, and splicing, and plays an important role in tumor development. To date, there have been no pan-cancer studies of HNRNPA2B1, particularly within the TME. Therefore, we conducted a pan-cancer analysis of HNRNPA2B1 using TCGA data. Based on datasets from TCGA, TARGET, Genotype-Tissue Expression, and Human Protein Atlas, we employed a range of bioinformatics approaches to explore the potential oncogenic role of HNRNPA2B1. This included analyzing the association of HNRNPA2B1 expression with prognosis, tumor mutation burden (TMB), microsatellite instability (MSI), immune response, and immune cell infiltration of individual tumors. We further validated the bioinformatic findings using immunohistochemistry techniques. HNRNPA2B1 was found to be differentially expressed across most tumor types in TCGA's pan-cancer database and was predictive of poorer clinical staging and survival status. HNRNPA2B1 expression was also closely linked to TMB, MSI, tumor stemness, and chemotherapy response. HNRNPA2B1 plays a significant role in the TME and is involved in the regulation of novel immunotherapies. Its expression is significantly associated with the infiltration of macrophages, dendritic cells, NK cells, and T cells. Furthermore, HNRNPA2B1 is closely associated with immune checkpoints, immune-stimulatory genes, immune-inhibitory genes, MHC genes, chemokines, and chemokine receptors. We performed a comprehensive evaluation of HNRNPA2B1, revealing its potential role as a prognostic indicator for patients and its immunomodulatory functions.","PeriodicalId":15952,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Immunology Research","volume":"74 1","pages":"5515307"},"PeriodicalIF":4.1,"publicationDate":"2024-09-05","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142261067","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":3,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
César Galván, Margarita Totesaut, Edgar Muñoz, Rafael Durán, Christian La Rosa, Oscar Calderón
{"title":"Agreement of Peru-Based Allergy Tests for Respiratory Allergens in Allergic Rhinitis Patients.","authors":"César Galván, Margarita Totesaut, Edgar Muñoz, Rafael Durán, Christian La Rosa, Oscar Calderón","doi":"10.1155/2024/8657483","DOIUrl":"10.1155/2024/8657483","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Background: </strong>The Peruvian Immunoblot panel, together with traditional skin prick tests (SPT), are widely used in vitro allergy tests in Peru. In addition to this, Peruvian allergists are increasingly adopting multiplex tests such as the ALEX-2 (Macro Array Diagnostics). Previous studies have revealed limited agreement between Immunoblot and SPT results. Therefore, our study aimed to evaluate the concordance between these three tests in patients with allergic rhinitis (AR) in a private center in Arequipa, Peru.</p><p><strong>Materials and methods: </strong>We enrolled 35 patients, including children over 3 years and adults, with AR. Clinical and demographic data were collected, and patients underwent allergic sensitization testing using the Immunoblot Peruvian panel (32 allergens), ALEX-2 (295 allergens), and SPT (12 allergens). Concordance was calculated using Cohen's kappa coefficient and analyzed with IBM SPSS V26.</p><p><strong>Results: </strong>Among the patients, 34.3% exhibited moderate-to-severe persistent AR, and 14.3% had asthma. Additionally, 85.7% reported a family history of AR. Sensitization rates varied notably between the SPT and ALEX-2, particularly for olive pollen (34.3% vs. 17.4%), Blomia tropicalis (11.4% vs. 17.1%), and grasses (11.4% vs. 28.5%). Remarkably, these allergens were not included in the Peruvian Immunoblot panel. Concordance analysis included seven allergens and showed significant concordance between ALEX-2 and SPT for five allergens, between Immunoblot and SPT for two allergens, and between ALEX-2 and Immunoblot for two allergens.</p><p><strong>Conclusion: </strong>This preliminary study shows us a better concordance between ALEX-2 and SPT rather than between Immunoblot and SPT.</p>","PeriodicalId":15952,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Immunology Research","volume":"2024 ","pages":"8657483"},"PeriodicalIF":3.5,"publicationDate":"2024-08-20","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC11535274/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142583408","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":3,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"The Potential of Single-Chain Variable Fragment Antibody: Role in Future Therapeutic and Diagnostic Biologics.","authors":"Getachew Gezehagn Kussia, Tesfaye Sisay Tessema","doi":"10.1155/2024/1804038","DOIUrl":"10.1155/2024/1804038","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>The advancement of genetic engineering has revolutionized the field of immunology by allowing the utilization of intrinsic antibody structures. One of the biologics that are being produced by recombinant antibody technology is single-chain fragments variable (scFv). Genes of variable regions, the heavy and light chains that are genetically linked into a single transcript by a short flexible linker peptide, are used to generate this fragment from cellular and synthetic libraries. The specificity and affinity of these molecules are comparable to those of parental antibodies. Fusion with marker proteins and other potent molecules improves their stability, circulation half-life, activity, and efficient purification. Besides, this review comprises construction protocols, therapeutics, and diagnostic applications of scFv, as well as related challenges. Nonetheless, there are still issues with efficacy, stability, safety, intracellular administration, and production costs that need to be addressed.</p>","PeriodicalId":15952,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Immunology Research","volume":"2024 ","pages":"1804038"},"PeriodicalIF":3.5,"publicationDate":"2024-08-09","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC11329312/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142000096","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":3,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Yizhi Ren, Lu Zhou, Xinyuan Li, Xingwen Zhu, Zhiheng Zhang, Xiaoli Sun, Xian Xue, Chunsun Dai
{"title":"Taz/Tead1 Promotes Alternative Macrophage Activation and Kidney Fibrosis via Transcriptional Upregulation of Smad3.","authors":"Yizhi Ren, Lu Zhou, Xinyuan Li, Xingwen Zhu, Zhiheng Zhang, Xiaoli Sun, Xian Xue, Chunsun Dai","doi":"10.1155/2024/9512251","DOIUrl":"10.1155/2024/9512251","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>Macrophage alternative activation is involved in kidney fibrosis. Previous researches have documented that the transcriptional regulators Yes-associated protein (Yap)/transcriptional coactivator with PDZ-binding motif (Taz) are linked to organ fibrosis. However, limited knowledge exists regarding the function and mechanisms of their downstream molecules in regulating macrophage activation and kidney fibrosis. In this paper, we observed that the Hippo pathway was suppressed in macrophages derived from fibrotic kidneys in mice. Knockout of Taz or Tead1 in macrophages inhibited the alternative activation of macrophages and reduced kidney fibrosis. Additionally, by using bone marrow-derived macrophages (BMDMs), we investigated that knockout of Taz or Tead1 in macrophages impeded both cell proliferation and migration. Moreover, deletion of Tead1 reduces p-Smad3 and Smad3 abundance in macrophages. And chromatin immunoprecipitation (ChIP) assays showed that Tead1 could directly bind to the promoter region of Smad3. Collectively, these results indicate that Tead1 knockout in macrophages could reduce TGF<i>β</i>1-induced phosphorylation Smad3 via transcriptional downregulation of Smad3, thus suppressing macrophage alternative activation and IRI-induced kidney fibrosis.</p>","PeriodicalId":15952,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Immunology Research","volume":"2024 ","pages":"9512251"},"PeriodicalIF":3.5,"publicationDate":"2024-07-30","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC11303051/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"141897614","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":3,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Promoting Articular Cartilage Regeneration through Microenvironmental Regulation.","authors":"Kai Liu, Bingjun Zhang, Xiaoling Zhang","doi":"10.1155/2024/4751168","DOIUrl":"10.1155/2024/4751168","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>In recent years, as the aging population continues to grow, osteoarthritis (OA) has emerged as a leading cause of disability, with its incidence rising annually. Current treatments of OA include exercise and medications in the early stages and total joint replacement in the late stages. These approaches only relieve pain and reduce inflammation; however, they have significant side effects and high costs. Therefore, there is an urgent need to identify effective treatment methods that can delay the pathological progression of this condition. The changes in the articular cartilage microenvironment, which are complex and diverse, can aggravate the pathological progression into a vicious cycle, inhibiting the repair and regeneration of articular cartilage. Understanding these intricate changes in the microenvironment is crucial for devising effective treatment modalities. By searching relevant research articles and clinical trials in PubMed according to the keywords of articular cartilage, microenvironment, OA, mechanical force, hypoxia, cytokine, and cell senescence. This study first summarizes the factors affecting articular cartilage regeneration, then proposes corresponding treatment strategies, and finally points out the future research direction. We find that regulating the opening of mechanosensitive ion channels, regulating the expression of HIF-1, delivering growth factors, and clearing senescent cells can promote the formation of articular cartilage regeneration microenvironment. This study provides a new idea for the treatment of OA in the future, which can promote the regeneration of articular cartilage through the regulation of the microenvironment so as to achieve the purpose of treating OA.</p>","PeriodicalId":15952,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Immunology Research","volume":"2024 ","pages":"4751168"},"PeriodicalIF":3.5,"publicationDate":"2024-07-26","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC11300091/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"141893601","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":3,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Exosome-Derived microRNA: Potential Target for Diagnosis and Treatment of Sepsis.","authors":"Yujie Xiao, Yixuan Yuan, Dahai Hu, Hongtao Wang","doi":"10.1155/2024/4481452","DOIUrl":"10.1155/2024/4481452","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>Exosome-derived microRNAs (miRNAs) are emerging as pivotal players in the pathophysiology of sepsis, representing a new frontier in both the diagnosis and treatment of this complex condition. Sepsis, a severe systemic response to infection, involves intricate immune and nonimmune mechanisms, where exosome-mediated communication can significantly influence disease progression and outcomes. During the progress of sepsis, the miRNA profile of exosomes undergoes notable alterations, is reflecting, and may affect the progression of the disease. This review comprehensively explores the biology of exosome-derived miRNAs, which originate from both immune cells (such as macrophages and dendritic cells) and nonimmune cells (such as endothelial and epithelial cells) and play a dynamic role in modulating pathways that affect the course of sepsis, including those related to inflammation, immune response, cell survival, and apoptosis. Taking into account these dynamic changes, we further discuss the potential of exosome-derived miRNAs as biomarkers for the early detection and prognosis of sepsis and advantages over traditional biomarkers due to their stability and specificity. Furthermore, this review evaluates exosome-based therapeutic miRNA delivery systems in sepsis, which may pave the way for targeted modulation of the septic response and personalized treatment options.</p>","PeriodicalId":15952,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Immunology Research","volume":"2024 ","pages":"4481452"},"PeriodicalIF":3.5,"publicationDate":"2024-07-25","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC11300089/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"141893600","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":3,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Sebastiano Montante, Rym Ben-Othman, Nelly Amenyogbe, Asimenia Angelidou, Anita van den Biggelaar, Bing Cai, Yixuan Chen, Alansana Darboe, Joann Diray-Arce, Rebecca Ford, Olubukola Idoko, Amy Lee, Mandy Lo, Kerry McEnaney, Mehrnoush Malek, David Martino, Geraldine Masiria, Oludare A Odumade, William Pomat, Casey Shannon, Kinga Smolen, The Epic Consortium, Al Ozonoff, Peter Richmond, Scott Tebbutt, Ofer Levy, Beate Kampmann, Ryan Brinkman, Tobias Kollmann
{"title":"Breastfeeding and Neonatal Age Influence Neutrophil-Driven Ontogeny of Blood Cell Populations in the First Week of Human Life.","authors":"Sebastiano Montante, Rym Ben-Othman, Nelly Amenyogbe, Asimenia Angelidou, Anita van den Biggelaar, Bing Cai, Yixuan Chen, Alansana Darboe, Joann Diray-Arce, Rebecca Ford, Olubukola Idoko, Amy Lee, Mandy Lo, Kerry McEnaney, Mehrnoush Malek, David Martino, Geraldine Masiria, Oludare A Odumade, William Pomat, Casey Shannon, Kinga Smolen, The Epic Consortium, Al Ozonoff, Peter Richmond, Scott Tebbutt, Ofer Levy, Beate Kampmann, Ryan Brinkman, Tobias Kollmann","doi":"10.1155/2024/1117796","DOIUrl":"10.1155/2024/1117796","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>The first few days of life are characterized by rapid external and internal changes that require substantial immune system adaptations. Despite growing evidence of the impact of this period on lifelong immune health, this period remains largely uncharted. To identify factors that may impact the trajectory of immune development, we conducted stringently standardized, high-throughput phenotyping of peripheral white blood cell (WBC) populations from 796 newborns across two distinct cohorts (The Gambia, West Africa; Papua New Guinea, Melanesia) in the framework of a Human Immunology Project Consortium (HIPC) study. Samples were collected twice from each newborn during the first week of life, first at Day of Life 0 (at birth) and then subsequently at Day of Life 1, 3, or 7 depending on the randomization group the newborn belongs to. The subsequent analysis was conducted at an unprecedented level of detail using flow cytometry and an unbiased automated gating algorithm. The results showed that WBC composition in peripheral blood changes along patterns highly conserved across populations and environments. Changes across days of life were most pronounced in the innate myeloid compartment. Breastfeeding, and at a smaller scale neonatal vaccination, were associated with changes in peripheral blood neutrophil and monocyte cell counts. Our results suggest a common trajectory of immune development in newborns and possible association with timing of breastfeeding initiation, which may contribute to immune-mediated protection from infection in early life. These data begin to outline a specific window of opportunity for interventions that could deliberately direct WBC composition, and with that, immune trajectory and thus ontogeny in early life. This trial is registered with NCT03246230.</p>","PeriodicalId":15952,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Immunology Research","volume":"2024 ","pages":"1117796"},"PeriodicalIF":3.5,"publicationDate":"2024-07-23","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC11288693/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"141855674","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":3,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}