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how is extracellular cell signaling elicited?

(various mechanisms)

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  • pathogens
  • damage or contact w/ neighboring cells
  • growth factors
  • cytokines
  • hormones
  • extracellular matrix
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define the following:

  • paracrine
  • autocrine
  • endocrine
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  • paracrine - local effect, w/ minimal diffusion
  • autocrine - molecules made/secreted w/in the cell, affecting self
  • endocrine - distant effect by circulating molecule
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synaptic pathway;

define

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secretions of neurotransmitters by neurons –> to target cells at SYNAPTIC JUNCTIONS

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receptors:

location and characteristics

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  • loc:
    • extracellular: on cell surface
    • intracellular: w/in the cell; usually *transcription factors
  • characteristics
    • ligands have high affinity for SPECIFIC RECEPTORS –> fits as “lock and key” to produce intracellular response
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5 possible outcomes of receptor-ligand binding on

cell surfaces?

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  1. ION CHANNEL opening (synapses)
  2. G-PROTEIN activation
  3. ENZYME activation
  4. PROTEOLYSIS caused by growth factor –> activating latent transcription factor
  5. PROTEIN CONFORMATIONAL CHANGE activation <– in response to growth factor –> activates latent transcription factor
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receptors with kinase activities;

action, examples

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  • action:
    • phosphorylate target proteins at specific amino acids
    • REVERSED by phosphatases that remove the phosphate group from the protein
  • examples:
    • Tyrosine kinase - inhibited by many anti-cancer drugs
    • Serine/threonine kinase
    • Lipid kinase
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describe the relationship of tyrosine kinase with signal transduction pathways

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  1. tyrosine kinase (TK) receptors are membrane proteins *(transmembrane receptors)
  2. TK PHOSPHORYLATES target proteins at tyrosine sites –>
  3. TK induces receptor dimerization –> autophosphorylation of receptor tyrosines–>
  4. coupling of phosphorylated receptor to INACTIVE RAS protein bound to GDP –>
  5. **GTP displaces GDP –> activating RAS **–>
  6. RAS can activate other intracellular signaling systems via MAP kinase, PI3 kinase, and other pathways
  • (e.g. Insulin Receptor, or Epidermal and Platelet-Derived growth factors)
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which form of RAS is ACTIVE?

when bound to GDP or GTP?

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RAS is ACTIVE when bound to triphosphate (GTP)

RAS-GTP is active form

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how does negative feedback affect the signal transduction pathway?

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  1. negative feedback of the system –>
  2. Active RAS hydrolyses GTP –> GDP –>
  3. RAS-GDP is therefore inactive
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what is the effect of proteins from mutant RAS genes on the signal transduction pathway?

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  • proteins from mutant RAS genes –> DELAY or PREVENT GTP hydrolysis –> resulting in CONSTANT PROLIFERATIVE SIGNALING
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which components of the signal transduction pathway have NO INTRINSIC CATALYTIC ACTIVITY?

what are the effects of these

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These mediate a variety of protein-protein interactions

Examples:

  • Immune receptors, cytokine receptor, integrins
  • non-receptor tyrosine kinase: phosphorylate receptor or other proteins
  • SRC (human homolog of src protein of the Rous Sarcoma Virus)
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G-protein coupled receptors (GPCR):

fxn, mech, #

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  • fxn: mediates protein-protein interactions
  • mech:
    1. assoc. of G-protein that contains GDP –> binds GTP
    2. exchange of GDP for GTP generates intracellular mediators cyclic AMP (cAMP) and inositol triphosphate
  • # : 1500+ polypeptide receptors embedded in plasma membrane
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nuclear receptors:

define, mechanism

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  • def: DNA-binding proteins involved in signal transduction pathways
  • mech: can either ACTIVATE or REPRESS gene transcription
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notch family receptors:

function

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  • involved in signal transduction pathways
  • mech:
    • binds ligand –> receptor cleavage –>
    • translocates intracellular NOTCH protein to form –> transcription complex
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Wnt protein receptors:

function, receptor proteins

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  • fxn: involved in signal transduction pathway
    • involved in protein degradation complex via levels of intracellular Beta-catenein
    • translocates intracellular B-catenin protein –>
    • to form transcription complex
  • receptor proteins: Frizzled, Disheveled
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what are the various outcomes of protein phosphorylation?

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  • ENZYME activation or inactivation
  • TRANSCRIPTION FACTOR localization
  • TRANSCRIPTION activation or inactivation
  • ACTIN polymerization or depolymerization
  • PROTEIN stabilization or destabilization
  • FEEDBACK LOOP activation
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what are the roles of transcription factors in the signal transduction pathways?

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  • CONFORMATIONAL CHANGES of transcription factors
  • GENE EXPRESSION activation: MYC, JUN, p53
  • BIND OTHER PROTEINS using DNA-binding domains adn regions (esp RNA polymerase)
  • INVOLV. W/ ENHANCERS (various expression of these)
18
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list the actions of growth factors and receptors?

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  1. promote entry of cells into cell cycle
  2. promote replication <– by unblocking cell cycle progression
  3. promote synthesis of molecules needed for cell dividion
  4. PREVENT APOPTOSIS
  5. possible others
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epidermal growth factor (EGF) and transforming growth factor alpha

structure, fxn, pathology

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  • structure:
    • four receptors w/ tyrosine kinase activities
    • produced by macrophages and epithelial cells
  • fxn:
    • mitogenic for hepatocytes, fibroblasts, and many epithelail cells
  • pathology:
    • mutations/amplifications of receptors in human cancers –> HER2 in breast cancer
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hepatocyte growth factor (HGF); aka Scatter Factor:

structure, fxn, pathology

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  • structure: produced by hepatic stromal cells, fibroblasts, and endothelial cells
  • fxn: mitogenic for hepatocytes and many epithelial cells
  • pathology:
    • *stimulated by MET receptor<– which is mutated or overexpressed in many cancers
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platelet-derived growth factor:

structure, fxn, receptors

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  • structure: family of several proteins produced by endothelial cells, platelets, macrophages, keratinocytes, and smooth muscle cells
  • fxn: chemotactic and proliferative
  • receptors:
    • PGDF-alpha
    • PGDF-beta
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vascular endothelial growth factor (VEGF):

structure, fxn, ex

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  • structure:
    • produced by mesenchymal cells
    • four factors (A-D);
    • **VEGF-A is MAJOR ANGIOGENIC STIMULUS
  • fxn:
    • increases vascular permeability
    • stim proliferation of endothelial cells
  • examples: placental growth factor is critical in embryonic development
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which is the major angiogenic stimulus?

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VEGF-A

(vascular endothelial growth factor)

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fibroblast growth factor:

structure, fxn

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  • structure: family of 20 proteins
  • fxn
    • chemotactic
    • stim fibroblasts, angiogenesis, and synthesis of extracellular matrix
    • fxn in wound healing, development, and hematopoeisis (tissue repair after injury)
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**transforming growth factor Beta** **(TGF-Beta)** *structure, fxn,*
* structure: cytokines are secreted; family of 30 proteins * fxns: **pleiotropic (**multitude of effects) * anti-inflammatory * drives scar formation and fibrosis in various organs * inhibits collagen degradation * serine/threonine kinase activities activate "Smads", w/ multiple effects *
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what are SMADS, and which growth factor are they associated with?
* SMADS are the main signal transducers for receptors of the **transforming growth factor beta (TGF-B) superfamil**y * important for regulating cell development and growth
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**extracellular matrix:** functions
* **mechanical support** for cells * **control proliferation** of cells * **structure** for tissue renewal (e.g. in liver) * **establish microenvironments** for specific tissues * **\*\*CONSTANTLY IN FLUX; remodeling is a major characteristic**
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**interstitial matrix:** found where, define, contains..
* found in **extracellular matrix** * def: **gel b/w cells; contains multiple major constituents** * contains * collagens * fibronectin * elastin -- *provides elastic layers in arteries* * proteoglycans * hyaluronate
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**basement membrane:** *define, organization, contents*
* def: **porous flat membrane** * organization: **organized around epithelial, smooth muscle, mesenchymal and endothelial cells** * contents: **major proteins (laminin, type IV collagen)**
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what are the components of the **extracellular matrix**?
* **structural proteins;** elastins and collagens * **water-hydrated gels;** proteoglycans, hyaluronan * **adhesive glycoproteins**
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**collagen:** types
30 types of collagen * **Fibrillar collagens:** major part of all connective tissues; triple helices, vitamin C-dependent * **Non-fibrillar collagens:** involved in basement membrane structure
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**elastin**: use
* associated w/ fibrillin * important in large arteries, cardiac valves, skin, ligaments, and uterus
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what is the difference b/w **glycosaminoglycans and hyaluronan?**
* **glycosaminoglycans:** long chains of proteoglycans; hydrated compressible gels in joints * **hyaluronan**: high molecular weight polymer of hyaluronic acid **linked to glycosaminoglycans**; found in extracellular matrix; esp in soft tissues
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what are the 3 key **adhesive glycoproteins/receptors**?
* **fibronectin:** a large glycoprotein synthesized by a variety of cells; differing domains that bind other proteins * **laminin:** large glycoprotein, major membrane component; binds other proteins; role in cell proliferation and differentiation * **integrins:** attaches cells to fibronectin and laminin; various roles in many processes
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**cell cycle:** regulation and purpose
* regulated by **activators and inhibitors** * required for steady state tissue homeostasis
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cell cycle: what is the purpose of **cyclins** and **CDK inhibitors?**
* progression of cell cycles driven by cyclins and cyclin-dependent kinases (CDKs) * 15 cyclins; \*(sequence of cyclin D, E, A, and B in cell division) * **CDK inhibitors:** enforces cell cycle checkpoints by inhibition of cyclin-dependent kinases (CDKs)
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**stem cell:** fxn, and describe the division
* fxn: **self-renewing --\>** maintain constant numbers * division * **\*\*asymmetric division** leads one daughter cell into a differentiation pathway while the other remains a stem cell
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what are the 2 key types of **stem cells;** and how are they related to regenerative medicine
* **embryonic SCs:** *UNDIFFERENTIATED, totipotent;* * *differentiation can be induced under culture conditions* * **tissue SCs (adult SCs):** *produces ONLY normal constituents of that particular tissue* * *protected in stem cell niches w/in tissues* * regenerative medicine involves introducing and integrating stem cells w/ the goal of restoration of damaged tissue to its pristine condition

Y1 - Pathology (14 decks)

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