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By employing clustered regularly interspaced palindromic repeats (CRISPR) screening, we identified dual-specificity tyrosine-(Y)-phosphorylation regulated kinase 1A (DYRK1A) as one of the key regulators of CD155 expression. Subsequent inhibition of Dyrk1a through CRISPR/CRISPR-associated protein 9 (Cas9) technology or treatment with DYRK1A inhibitors effectively mitigated PD-1 blockade resistance. Moreover, in certain head and neck squamous cell carcinoma (HNSCC) cell lines, cetuximab-mediated epidermal growth factor receptor blockade reduced CD155 expression by targeting downstream PI3K/Akt signaling. In patients with HNSCC (n = 96), CD155 expression correlated with Akt phosphorylation, particularly impacting PD-1 blockade resistance in those with high CD8+ T cell infiltration. These findings underscore the role of the PI3K/Akt signaling pathway in regulating CD155 expression, which may influence resistance to PD-1 blockade therapies in a variety of cancers, particularly those characterized by an inflamed TME. This study suggests that targeting the PI3K/Akt pathway could overcome resistance, particularly in cancers with an inflamed TME and high CD155 expression.</p>","PeriodicalId":9474,"journal":{"name":"Cancer immunology research","volume":" ","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":8.2000,"publicationDate":"2025-07-31","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":"0","resultStr":"{\"title\":\"PI3K/Akt signaling pathway regulates CD155 expression involved in resistance to cancer immunotherapy.\",\"authors\":\"Katsushige Kawase, Shusuke Kawashima, Tatsuya Nishi, Takashi Inozume, Takao Morinaga, Masahito Kawazu, Toyoyuki Hanazawa, Yosuke Togashi\",\"doi\":\"10.1158/2326-6066.CIR-24-0853\",\"DOIUrl\":null,\"url\":null,\"abstract\":\"<p><p>Despite the effectiveness of anti-programmed death 1 (PD-1)/PD-1 ligand 1 monoclonal antibodies against various cancers, resistance remains a significant issue among patients. 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PI3K/Akt signaling pathway regulates CD155 expression involved in resistance to cancer immunotherapy.
Despite the effectiveness of anti-programmed death 1 (PD-1)/PD-1 ligand 1 monoclonal antibodies against various cancers, resistance remains a significant issue among patients. The immunosuppressive T cell immunoreceptor with Ig and ITIM domains (TIGIT)/CD155 axis has emerged as a key mechanism contributing to this resistance. However, the intricacies of CD155 expression are not fully elucidated. In this study, we aimed to identify the key molecules involved in the regulation of CD155 expression and explore their role in modulating CD155 within the tumor microenvironment (TME). By employing clustered regularly interspaced palindromic repeats (CRISPR) screening, we identified dual-specificity tyrosine-(Y)-phosphorylation regulated kinase 1A (DYRK1A) as one of the key regulators of CD155 expression. Subsequent inhibition of Dyrk1a through CRISPR/CRISPR-associated protein 9 (Cas9) technology or treatment with DYRK1A inhibitors effectively mitigated PD-1 blockade resistance. Moreover, in certain head and neck squamous cell carcinoma (HNSCC) cell lines, cetuximab-mediated epidermal growth factor receptor blockade reduced CD155 expression by targeting downstream PI3K/Akt signaling. In patients with HNSCC (n = 96), CD155 expression correlated with Akt phosphorylation, particularly impacting PD-1 blockade resistance in those with high CD8+ T cell infiltration. These findings underscore the role of the PI3K/Akt signaling pathway in regulating CD155 expression, which may influence resistance to PD-1 blockade therapies in a variety of cancers, particularly those characterized by an inflamed TME. This study suggests that targeting the PI3K/Akt pathway could overcome resistance, particularly in cancers with an inflamed TME and high CD155 expression.
期刊介绍:
Cancer Immunology Research publishes exceptional original articles showcasing significant breakthroughs across the spectrum of cancer immunology. From fundamental inquiries into host-tumor interactions to developmental therapeutics, early translational studies, and comprehensive analyses of late-stage clinical trials, the journal provides a comprehensive view of the discipline. In addition to original research, the journal features reviews and opinion pieces of broad significance, fostering cross-disciplinary collaboration within the cancer research community. Serving as a premier resource for immunology knowledge in cancer research, the journal drives deeper insights into the host-tumor relationship, potent cancer treatments, and enhanced clinical outcomes.
Key areas of interest include endogenous antitumor immunity, tumor-promoting inflammation, cancer antigens, vaccines, antibodies, cellular therapy, cytokines, immune regulation, immune suppression, immunomodulatory effects of cancer treatment, emerging technologies, and insightful clinical investigations with immunological implications.