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Hans-erik Claesson - One of the best experts on this subject based on the ideXlab platform.

  • Interleukin-13 stimulation of the mediastinal B-cell lymphoma cell line Karpas-1106P induces a phenotype resembling the Hodgkin lymphoma cell line L1236.
    Experimental hematology, 2009
    Co-Authors: Erik Andersson, Frida Schain, Jan Sjöberg, Magnus Björkholm, Hans-erik Claesson
    Abstract:

    Objective Primary mediastinal B-cell lymphoma (PMBCL) and Hodgkin lymphoma (HL) share many biological and clinical characteristics supporting a common pathogenetic pathway. Interleukin (IL)-13 has an important pathophysiological role in HL. In this study, we asked the question of whether IL-13 is a major contributor to the observed difference in features of inflammation between HL and PMBCL. Materials and Methods Expression of IL-13 and IL-4 receptors was studied by flow cytometry, Expression of a functional cysteinyl leukotriene receptor type 1 (CysLT1R) was investigated by calcium flux Measurement, Expression and activity of 15-lipoxygenase type 1 (15-LO-1) was determined by Western blot and reversed-phase high-performance liquid chromatography, respectively, and cytokines were quantified by Bioplex detection. Results Stimulation of the PMBCL cell line Karpas-1106P with IL-13 or IL-4 induced a proinflammatory phenotype similar to that of the HL cell line L1236. Upon interleukin stimulation of the PMBCL cell line, the cellular size increased and cells became multinucleated. Cells also expressed CysLT1R and 15-LO-1, and produced the proinflammatory eoxins. The IL-13 or IL-4 treated PMBCL cell line and the HL cell line secreted a similar set of cytokines such as IL-6, tumor necrosis factor−α, interferon-inducible protein−10, interferon-γ, and RANTES. Conclusions IL-13 or IL-4 stimulation of the PMBCL cell line Karpas-1106P induced an inflammatory phenotype that resembles that of the HL cell line. Our results suggest that the autocrine release of IL-13 in HL is one critical factor that can at least partly explain the difference in phenotype between these two lymphoma entities.

Wenyu Lin - One of the best experts on this subject based on the ideXlab platform.

  • High-dimensional analysis of human CD8(+) T cell phenotype, function, and antigen specificity.
    Current Topics in Microbiology and Immunology, 2013
    Co-Authors: Evan W. Newell, Wenyu Lin
    Abstract:

    Antigen-specific T cells are critical initiators and orchestrators of the adaptive immune response. Categorizing antigen-specific T cell subsets is not a simple task given the diversity of these cells and the large number of parameters that can be considered. Here, we focus on human CD8+ T cells and discuss the utility of high-dimensional mass cytometric analysis techniques for the concurrent identification and characterization of antigen-specific T cells involved in immunological homeostasis and disease. We first provide an overview of previously identified T cell subsets. We then discuss the segregation of antigen-specific T cells based on protein Expression through surface and/or intracellular staining, on functional capacity through Measurement Expression of cytokines or other inducible markers, and on the antigen-specificity of the cell assessed using peptide-major histocompatibility complex multimers. High-dimensional mass cytometry enables a deeper and more integrated view of all three aspects of antigen-specific T cell diversity than do traditional techniques. Use of mass cytometry for precise Measurement of the status of antigen-specific immune responses should result in better prediction of vaccine efficacy and disease outcomes.

Erik Andersson - One of the best experts on this subject based on the ideXlab platform.

  • Interleukin-13 stimulation of the mediastinal B-cell lymphoma cell line Karpas-1106P induces a phenotype resembling the Hodgkin lymphoma cell line L1236.
    Experimental hematology, 2009
    Co-Authors: Erik Andersson, Frida Schain, Jan Sjöberg, Magnus Björkholm, Hans-erik Claesson
    Abstract:

    Objective Primary mediastinal B-cell lymphoma (PMBCL) and Hodgkin lymphoma (HL) share many biological and clinical characteristics supporting a common pathogenetic pathway. Interleukin (IL)-13 has an important pathophysiological role in HL. In this study, we asked the question of whether IL-13 is a major contributor to the observed difference in features of inflammation between HL and PMBCL. Materials and Methods Expression of IL-13 and IL-4 receptors was studied by flow cytometry, Expression of a functional cysteinyl leukotriene receptor type 1 (CysLT1R) was investigated by calcium flux Measurement, Expression and activity of 15-lipoxygenase type 1 (15-LO-1) was determined by Western blot and reversed-phase high-performance liquid chromatography, respectively, and cytokines were quantified by Bioplex detection. Results Stimulation of the PMBCL cell line Karpas-1106P with IL-13 or IL-4 induced a proinflammatory phenotype similar to that of the HL cell line L1236. Upon interleukin stimulation of the PMBCL cell line, the cellular size increased and cells became multinucleated. Cells also expressed CysLT1R and 15-LO-1, and produced the proinflammatory eoxins. The IL-13 or IL-4 treated PMBCL cell line and the HL cell line secreted a similar set of cytokines such as IL-6, tumor necrosis factor−α, interferon-inducible protein−10, interferon-γ, and RANTES. Conclusions IL-13 or IL-4 stimulation of the PMBCL cell line Karpas-1106P induced an inflammatory phenotype that resembles that of the HL cell line. Our results suggest that the autocrine release of IL-13 in HL is one critical factor that can at least partly explain the difference in phenotype between these two lymphoma entities.

Evan W. Newell - One of the best experts on this subject based on the ideXlab platform.

  • High-dimensional analysis of human CD8(+) T cell phenotype, function, and antigen specificity.
    Current Topics in Microbiology and Immunology, 2013
    Co-Authors: Evan W. Newell, Wenyu Lin
    Abstract:

    Antigen-specific T cells are critical initiators and orchestrators of the adaptive immune response. Categorizing antigen-specific T cell subsets is not a simple task given the diversity of these cells and the large number of parameters that can be considered. Here, we focus on human CD8+ T cells and discuss the utility of high-dimensional mass cytometric analysis techniques for the concurrent identification and characterization of antigen-specific T cells involved in immunological homeostasis and disease. We first provide an overview of previously identified T cell subsets. We then discuss the segregation of antigen-specific T cells based on protein Expression through surface and/or intracellular staining, on functional capacity through Measurement Expression of cytokines or other inducible markers, and on the antigen-specificity of the cell assessed using peptide-major histocompatibility complex multimers. High-dimensional mass cytometry enables a deeper and more integrated view of all three aspects of antigen-specific T cell diversity than do traditional techniques. Use of mass cytometry for precise Measurement of the status of antigen-specific immune responses should result in better prediction of vaccine efficacy and disease outcomes.

Hwa Young Lee - One of the best experts on this subject based on the ideXlab platform.

  • Glucagon-like peptide 1 receptor (GLP-1R) agonist relieved asthmatic airway inflammation via suppression of NLRP3 inflammasome activation in obese asthma mice model.
    Pulmonary pharmacology & therapeutics, 2021
    Co-Authors: Jung Hur, Ji Young Kang, Young Kyoon Kim, Sook Young Lee, Hwa Young Lee
    Abstract:

    Abstract Background Obesity is a correctable factor for uncontrolled bronchial asthma. However, the effects of glucagon-like peptide-1 receptor (GLP-1R) agonist, a recently approved antiobestic drug, on airway hyperresponsiveness (AHR) and immune responses are not known. Methods Mice were fed with high-fat diet (HFD, 60% fat) for 8 weeks to induce obesity. Ovalbumin (OVA) sensitization and challenges were performed for 7 weeks. The mice were injected intraperitoneally with GLP-1R agonist 5 times a week for 4 weeks after OVA sensitization. After AHR Measurement, Expression of Th2, Th17 cytokines, and interleukin (IL)-33 were measured in BALF and lung tissues. Moreover, IL-1β and activity level of nucleotide oligomerization domain-like receptor protein 3 (NLRP3) were analyzed to investigate the mechanism of GLP-1R agonist on asthmatic airway inflammation . Results HFD induced significant weight gain, OVA sensitization and challenge in obese mice made eosinophilic airway inflammation, and increased AHR. Treatment with GLP-1R agonist-induced weight loss suppressed eosinophilic airway inflammation and decreased AHR. Expression of IL-4, 5, and 33 was increased in BALF of obese asthma mice followed by a decrease in response to GLP-1R agonist treatment. Moreover, lung tissue H&E stain revealed that peribronchial inflammation induced by obesity and OVA was effectively suppressed by GLP-1R agonist. Expressions of NLRP3, activated caspase-1, and IL-1β were increased in lung tissues of obese asthma mice and demonstrated a decrease in response to GLP-1R agonist treatment. Conclusions GLP-1R agonist effectively induced weight loss, suppressed eosinophilic bronchial airway inflammation, and AHR in obese asthma mice. These effects were mediated by suppression of NLRP3 inflammasome activity and IL-1β. GLP-1R agonist is proposed as a novel anti-asthmatic agent targeting the obese asthmatics.