[Gly14]-Humanin ameliorates high glucose-induced endothelial senescence via SIRT6.
Abstract
High glucose (HG) induced endothelial senescence is related to endothelial dysfunction and cardiovascular complications in diabetic patients. Humanin, a member of mitochondrial derived peptides (MDPs), is thought to contribute to aging-related cardiovascular protection. The goal of the study is to explore the pathogenesis of HG-induced endothelial senescence and potential anti-senescent effects of Humanin. Human umbilical vein endothelial cells (HUVECs) were exposed to glucose to induce senescence, determined by β-galactosidase staining and the expressions of p21, p53, and p16. A clinically relevant dose of HG (15 mM, HG) induced endothelial senescence after 72 h incubation without elevated apoptosis. HG-induced senescence was attributed to the induction of reactive oxygen species (ROS) caused by SIRT6 downregulation, as ROS inhibitor N-acetyl cysteine blocked HG-induced senescence, while inactivation of SIRT6 increased ROS levels and promoted senescence. Strikingly. pretreatment with [Gly14]-Humanin (HNG) antagonized the downregulation of SIRT6 in response to HG and alleviated ROS production and cell senescence. HG-induced reduction of SIRT6 results in ROS overproduction and endothelial senescence. Humanin protects against HG-induced endothelial senescence via SIRT6. This study provides new directions for biological products related to Humanin to be a potential candidate for the prevention of vascular aging in diabetes.
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Research summary
The paper investigates the mechanisms of endothelial senescence induced by high glucose levels, which is a significant factor in vascular aging and related complications in diabetes. By exploring the protective effects of Humanin through the modulation of SIRT6, the study addresses a potential intervention that could mitigate aspects of aging at the cellular level. However, while the findings are solid and contribute to the understanding of endothelial dysfunction in the context of aging, the impact is limited as it primarily focuses on a specific pathway without broader implications for longevity research.
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