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Molecular Genomics for Translational Research in Cancer

A special issue of International Journal of Molecular Sciences (ISSN 1422-0067). This special issue belongs to the section "Molecular Genetics and Genomics".

Deadline for manuscript submissions: 20 December 2024 | Viewed by 2705

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Dr. Ioana Berindan-Neagoe

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Research Center for Functional Genomics, Biomedicine and Translational Medicine, Iuliu Hatieganu University of Medicine and Pharmacy, 400372 Cluj-Napoca, Romania
Interests: microRNAs; biomarkers; apoptosis; cancer profiling; immunology
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Dear Colleagues,

Recent advancements in molecular sciences enabled the development of new potent therapies, as well as new comprehensive diagnostic means for cancer patients, which translate to better prognosis. From targeted therapies and immunotherapy to new horizons such as gene profiling, gene editing and the potential applicability of non-coding RNAs as therapeutic, diagnostic and prognostic tools, the constant discovery of molecular targets and mechanisms help to shape the future of oncology. As we begin to grasp the importance of genomic medicine in understanding the pathogenesis and progression of cancer, new discoveries within this field have already been made. The advancements made in genomics proved that there is a special need to offer in-depth diagnosis for cancer patients, with the purpose of providing a customized and an on-point treatment plan, thus increasing survival. This Special Issue is dedicated to all researchers and physicians who work in the field of cancer and endeavor to ultimately provide patients with faster, more accurate diagnosis and more effective treatment, as well as better care.

This Special Issue is supervised by Prof. Dr. Ioana Berindan-Neagoe (Iuliu Hatieganu University of Medicine and Pharmacy) and assisted by our Topical Advisory Panel Member Dr. Alexandru Tirpe (Institute of Oncology and Iuliu Hatieganu University of Medicine and Pharmacy).

Dr. Ioana Berindan-Neagoe
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Keywords

  • cancer
  • translational medicine
  • genomics
  • diagnostics and prognostics
  • targeted therapy
  • immunotherapy
  • non-coding RNAs
  • tumor microenvironment

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On the Boundary of Exploratory Genomics and Translation in Sequential Glioblastoma
by Marton Tompa, Bence Galik, Peter Urban, Bela Istvan Kajtar, Zoltan Kraboth, Attila Gyenesei, Attila Miseta and Bernadette Kalman
Int. J. Mol. Sci. 2024, 25(14), 7564; https://doi.org/10.3390/ijms25147564 - 10 Jul 2024
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OMICS methods brought significant advancements to the understanding of tumor cell biology, which transformed the treatment and prognosis of several cancers. Clinical practice and outcomes, however, changed significantly less in the case of glioblastoma (GBM). In this study, we aimed to assess the [...] Read more.
OMICS methods brought significant advancements to the understanding of tumor cell biology, which transformed the treatment and prognosis of several cancers. Clinical practice and outcomes, however, changed significantly less in the case of glioblastoma (GBM). In this study, we aimed to assess the utility of whole exome (WES) sequencing in the clinical setting. Ten pairs of formalin-fixed, paraffin-embedded (FFPE) GBM specimens were obtained at onset (GBM-P) and at recurrence (GBM-R). Histopathological and molecular features of all samples supported the diagnosis of GBM based on WHO CNS5. WES data were filtered, applying a strict and custom-made pipeline, and occurrence of oncogenic and likely oncogenic variants in GBM-P, GBM-R or both were identified by using the VarSeq program version 2.5.0 (Golden Helix, Inc.). Characteristics and recurrence of the variants were analyzed in our own cohort and were also compared to those available in the COSMIC database. The lists of oncogenic and likely oncogenic variants corresponded to those identified in other studies. The average number of these variants were 4 and 5 out of all detected 24 and 34 variants in GBM-P and GBM-R samples, respectively. On average, one shared oncogenic/likely oncogenic variant was found in the pairs. We assessed the identified variants’ therapeutic significance, also taking into consideration the guidelines by the Association for Molecular Pathology (AMP). Our data support that a thorough WES analysis is suitable for identifying oncogenic and likely oncogenic variants in an individual clinical sample or a small cohort of FFPE glioma specimens, which concur with those of comprehensive research studies. Such analyses also allow us to monitor molecular dynamics of sequential GBM. In addition, careful evaluation of data according to the AMP guideline reveal that though therapeutic applicability of the variants is generally limited in the clinic, such information may be valuable in selected cases, and can support innovative preclinical and clinical trials. Full article
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The Glioblastoma CircularRNAome
by Alexandru Tirpe, Cristian Streianu, Stefana Maria Tirpe, Anja Kocijancic, Radu Pirlog, Bianca Pirlog, Constantin Busuioc, Ovidiu-Laurean Pop and Ioana Berindan-Neagoe
Int. J. Mol. Sci. 2023, 24(19), 14545; https://doi.org/10.3390/ijms241914545 - 26 Sep 2023
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Glioblastoma remains one of the most aggressive cancers of the brain, warranting new methods for early diagnosis and more efficient treatment options. Circular RNAs (circRNAs) are rather new entities with increased stability compared to their linear counterparts that interact with proteins and act [...] Read more.
Glioblastoma remains one of the most aggressive cancers of the brain, warranting new methods for early diagnosis and more efficient treatment options. Circular RNAs (circRNAs) are rather new entities with increased stability compared to their linear counterparts that interact with proteins and act as microRNA sponges, among other functions. Herein, we provide a critical overview of the recently described glioblastoma-related circRNAs in the literature, focusing on their roles on glioblastoma cancer cell proliferation, survival, migration, invasion and metastasis, metabolic reprogramming, and therapeutic resistance. The main roles of circRNAs in regulating cancer processes are due to their regulatory roles in essential oncogenic pathways, including MAPK, PI3K/AKT/mTOR, and Wnt, which are influenced by various circRNAs. The present work pictures the wide implication of circRNAs in glioblastoma, thus highlighting their potential as future biomarkers and therapeutic targets/agents. Full article
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