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- Title
CircRNA Regulation of T Cells in Cancer: Unraveling Potential Targets.
- Authors
Li, Zelin; Yin, Shuanshuan; Yang, Kangping; Zhang, Baojie; Wu, Xuanhuang; Zhang, Meng; Gao, Dian
- Abstract
T lymphocytes play a critical role in antitumor immunity, but their exhaustion poses a significant challenge for immune evasion by malignant cells. Circular RNAs (circRNAs), characterized by their covalently closed looped structure, have emerged as pivotal regulators within the neoplastic landscape. Recent studies have highlighted their multifaceted roles in cellular processes, including gene expression modulation and protein function regulation, which are often disrupted in cancer. In this review, we systematically explore the intricate interplay between circRNAs and T cell modulation within the tumor microenvironment. By dissecting the regulatory mechanisms through which circRNAs impact T cell exhaustion, we aim to uncover pathways crucial for immune evasion and T cell dysfunction. These insights can inform innovative immunotherapeutic strategies targeting circRNA-mediated molecular pathways. Additionally, we discuss the translational potential of circRNAs as biomarkers for therapeutic response prediction and as intervention targets. Our comprehensive analysis aims to enhance the understanding of immune evasion dynamics in the tumor microenvironment by facilitating the development of precision immunotherapy.
- Subjects
T cells; CELLULAR control mechanisms; T-cell exhaustion; CANCER cells; CIRCULAR RNA; TUMOR microenvironment
- Publication
International Journal of Molecular Sciences, 2024, Vol 25, Issue 12, p6383
- ISSN
1661-6596
- Publication type
Article
- DOI
10.3390/ijms25126383