YAP（yes-associated protein） is a transcriptional factor that is negatively regulated by Hippo pathway, a conserved pathway for the development and size control of multiple organs. The exact function of YAP in bone h...YAP（yes-associated protein） is a transcriptional factor that is negatively regulated by Hippo pathway, a conserved pathway for the development and size control of multiple organs. The exact function of YAP in bone homeostasis remains controversial. Here we provide evidence for YAP＇s function in promoting osteogenesis, suppressing adipogenesis, and thus maintaining bone homeostasis.YAP is selectively expressed in osteoblast（OB）-lineage cells. Conditionally knocking out Yap in the OB lineage in mice reduces cell proliferation and OB differentiation and increases adipocyte formation, resulting in a trabecular bone loss. Mechanistically, YAP interacts with β-catenin and is necessary for maintenance of nuclear β-catenin level and Wnt/β-catenin signaling. Expression of β-catenin in YAP-deficient BMSCs（bone marrow stromal cells） diminishes the osteogenesis deficit. These results thus identify YAP-β-catenin as an important pathway for osteogenesis during adult bone remodeling and uncover a mechanism underlying YAP regulation of bone homeostasis.展开更多
Recent studies have confirmed thatβ-adrenergic receptors(β-ARs)are expressed on the surface of osteoblasts and osteoclasts,and that the sympathetic nervous system can regulate bone metabolism by activating them.β-A...Recent studies have confirmed thatβ-adrenergic receptors(β-ARs)are expressed on the surface of osteoblasts and osteoclasts,and that the sympathetic nervous system can regulate bone metabolism by activating them.β-AR blockers(BBs)are commonly used in the treatment of cardiovascular diseases in the elderly.It is important to investigate whether BBs have a beneficial effect on bone metabolism in the treatment of cardiovascular diseases,so as to expand their clinical application.This article reviews the effects of BB on bone metabolism and the progress of clinical research.展开更多
基金supported in part by grants from the National Institutes of Health(AG051773)and VA(BX000838)
文摘YAP（yes-associated protein） is a transcriptional factor that is negatively regulated by Hippo pathway, a conserved pathway for the development and size control of multiple organs. The exact function of YAP in bone homeostasis remains controversial. Here we provide evidence for YAP＇s function in promoting osteogenesis, suppressing adipogenesis, and thus maintaining bone homeostasis.YAP is selectively expressed in osteoblast（OB）-lineage cells. Conditionally knocking out Yap in the OB lineage in mice reduces cell proliferation and OB differentiation and increases adipocyte formation, resulting in a trabecular bone loss. Mechanistically, YAP interacts with β-catenin and is necessary for maintenance of nuclear β-catenin level and Wnt/β-catenin signaling. Expression of β-catenin in YAP-deficient BMSCs（bone marrow stromal cells） diminishes the osteogenesis deficit. These results thus identify YAP-β-catenin as an important pathway for osteogenesis during adult bone remodeling and uncover a mechanism underlying YAP regulation of bone homeostasis.
基金Supported by National Natural Sciences Foundation of China,No.81200649Natural Sciences Foundation of Hubei Province of China,No.2016CFB425Fundamental Research Funds for the Central University,No.2016YXMS236.
文摘Recent studies have confirmed thatβ-adrenergic receptors(β-ARs)are expressed on the surface of osteoblasts and osteoclasts,and that the sympathetic nervous system can regulate bone metabolism by activating them.β-AR blockers(BBs)are commonly used in the treatment of cardiovascular diseases in the elderly.It is important to investigate whether BBs have a beneficial effect on bone metabolism in the treatment of cardiovascular diseases,so as to expand their clinical application.This article reviews the effects of BB on bone metabolism and the progress of clinical research.
