Pancreatic Cell News Volume 3.17 | May 1 2012

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    Pancreatic Cell News 3.17, May 1, 2012

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    TOP STORY
    The Deubiquitinase USP9X Suppresses Pancreatic Ductal Adenocarcinoma
    The conditional deletion of Usp9x cooperated with KrasG12D to accelerate pancreatic tumorigenesis in mice, validating their genetic interaction. Researchers proposed that USP9X is a major tumor suppressor gene with prognostic and therapeutic relevance in pancreatic ductal adenocarcinoma. [Nature] Abstract | Press Release

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    PUBLICATIONS (Ranked by Impact Factor of the Journal)

    DIABETES

    Changes in MicroRNA Expression Contribute to Pancreatic β-Cell Dysfunction in Prediabetic NOD Mice
    The study findings suggest that changes in the level of microRNA-29 family members contribute to cytokine-mediated β-cell dysfunction occurring during the initial phases of type 1 diabetes. [Diabetes] Abstract

    γ-Aminobutyric Acid (GABA) Signaling in Human Pancreatic Islets Is Altered in Type 2 Diabetes
    Researchers examined the expression and function of the GABA signaling system components in human pancreatic islets from normoglycemic and type 2 diabetic individuals. [Diabetologia] Abstract

    Different Levels of Notch Signaling Regulate Quiescence, Renewal and Differentiation in Pancreatic Endocrine Progenitors
    Using single-cell genetic analyses and a new transgenic system that allows dynamic assessment of Notch signaling, investigators addressed how discrete levels of Notch signaling regulate the behavior of endocrine progenitors in the zebrafish intrapancreatic duct. [Development] Abstract

    AMPA Receptors Regulate Exocytosis and Insulin Release in Pancreatic Beta Cells
    Researchers demonstrated that glutamate receptor 2-containing α-amino-3-hydroxy-5-methyl-4-isoxazolepropionic acid (AMPA) receptors were expressed in mouse β cells. [Traffic] Abstract

    Effect of PANDER in βTC6-Cell Lipoapoptosis and the Protective Role of Exendin-4
    This study of β-cell lipoapoptosis investigated the roles of pancreatic-derived factor (PANDER), a pro-apoptosis cytokine-like peptide, and exendin-4. [Biochem Biophys Res Commun] Abstract

    PANCREATIC CANCER

    Oncogenic Kras Maintains Pancreatic Tumors through Regulation of Anabolic Glucose Metabolism
    Researchers used an inducible KrasG12D-driven pancreatic ductal adenocarcinoma (PDAC) mouse model to establish that advanced PDAC remains strictly dependent on KrasG12D expression. [Cell] Abstract

    Tumor-Targeted TNFα Stabilizes Tumor Vessels and Enhances Active Immunotherapy
    The authors tested whether targeting IFNγ and/or TNFα into pancreatic neuroendocrine tumors can alleviate immune suppression. [Proc Natl Acad Sci USA] Abstract

    The ST2 Pathway Is Involved in Acute Pancreatitis: A Translational Study in Humans and Mice
    Because interleukin-33 (IL-33), the ST2 ligand, is an IL-1 family member and acts as an alarmin, researchers explored the ST2 pathway in human and mouse acute pancreatitis. [Am J Pathol] Abstract

    Intratumoral Delivery of CpG-Conjugated Anti-MUC1 Antibody Enhances NK Cell Anti-Tumor Activity
    Researchers investigated the cytolytic activity of natural killer (NK) cells against pancreatic cancer cells that were coated with an antibody directed against the human tumor antigen, Mucin-1 designated HMFG-2, either alone or conjugated to CpG oligodeoxynucleotide. [Cancer Immunol Immunother] Abstract

    Mucin 16 (Cancer Antigen 125) Expression in Human Tissues and Cell Lines and Correlation with Clinical Outcome in Adenocarcinomas of the Pancreas, Esophagus, Stomach, and Colon
    The authors examined mucin 16 expression in a large number of digestive tract adenocarcinomas and precursors and determined whether mucin 16 up-regulation is correlated with patient outcome. [Hum Pathol] Abstract

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    INDUSTRY NEWS

    Scientists Awarded $2.4 Million to Study Genetic Variation in People with Diabetes
    The goal of the study is to identify genetic variations that may help predict the response to various treatment options for type 2 diabetes to reduce cardiovascular disease. [University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill Health Care System] Press Release

    CytRx Initiates Phase II Clinical Trial with INNO-206 in Pancreatic Cancer
    CytRx Corporation announced the initiation of a Phase II clinical trial evaluating the preliminary efficacy and safety of INNO-206 in patients with advanced pancreatic ductal adenocarcinomas who have progressed after receiving two prior therapies. [CytRx Corporation] Press Release

    Thermalin Diabetes Gets $4.5 Million NIH Grant for Next-Generation Insulin
    Next-generation insulin developer Thermalin Diabetes has received a $4.5 million grant from the National Institutes of Health (NIH) to continue development of its insulin analogs. [MedCity News] Press Release

    POLICY NEWS

    Chinese Publishers Vow to Cleanse Journals
    The China Association for Science and Technology in Beijing has taken the lead among the country’s publishers in trying to clamp down on academic misconduct. [The China Association for Science and Technology, China] Press Release

    Translational Research to Improve Obesity and Diabetes Outcomes (R18) (PAR-12-172) [National Institutes of Health, United States]

    Planning Grants for Translational Research to Improve Obesity and Diabetes Outcomes (R34) (PAR-12-173) [National Institutes of Health, United States]

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    EVENTS
    NEW European Molecular Biology Laboratory (EMBL) Conference: Stem Cells in Cancer and Regenerative Medicine
    August 29-September 1, 2012
    Heidelberg, Germany

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    JOB OPPORTUNITIES

    Scientist – Induced Pluripotent Stem Cells (STEMCELL Technologies, Inc.)

    Scientist – hPSC Bioengineering (STEMCELL Technologies, Inc.)

    Scientist – Antibody and Hybridoma Technology Platforms (STEMCELL Technologies, Inc.)

    Business Analyst – Product Management (STEMSOFT Software, Inc.)

    Scientist – Epithelial Cell Research (STEMCELL Technologies, Inc.)

    Scientist – Endothelial Cells (STEMCELL Technologies, Inc.)

    Research Associate – Chemistry (STEMCELL Technologies, Inc.)

    Research Associate – Particle Chemistry (STEMCELL Technologies, Inc.)

    Research Technologist – Contract Assay Services (STEMCELL Technologies, Inc.)

    Postdoctoral Position – Stem Cell Biology and Regenerative Medicine (Oklahoma Medical Research Foundation)

    Postdoctoral Research Fellow – Pancreatic Tumor Cell Signaling (Mayo Clinic)

    Postdoctoral Fellow – Department of Bioengineering and Barbara Davis Center (University of Colorado at Denver)


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