The Role of the Glyceraldehyde-3-phosphate Dehydrogenase and β-Amyloid Complex in the Activation of the Cellular Chaperone System
摘要
Objective: The aim of this study was to evaluate the cytotoxic effect of glyceraldehyde-3-phosphate dehydrogenase (GAPDH) and β-amyloid (Aβ1-42) co-aggregates on human mesenchymal cells reprogrammed into a neuronal phenotype. Methods: Co-aggregates were formed by incubating recombinant GAPDH and synthetic Aβ1-42 in the presence of tissue transglutaminase, which provides covalent cross-linking of proteins. Results: The data obtained demonstrate that GAPDH–Aβ1-42 co-aggregates have pronounced neurotoxicity, but are able to activate protective and compensatory mechanisms, including the chaperone apparatus. Conclusions: The results emphasize the need to develop therapeutic strategies aimed at blocking the GAPDH–Aβ1-42 interaction and supporting cellular protective pathways to prevent neurodegeneration