Rap1 and mTOR signaling pathways drive opposing immunotoxic effects of structurally similar aryl-OPFRs, TPHP and TOCP
Aryl organophosphorus flame retardants (aryl-OPFRs), commonly used product additives with close ties to daily life, have been regrettably characterized by multiple well-defined toxicity risks. Triphenyl phosphate (TPHP) and tri-o-cresyl phosphate (TOCP), two structurally similar aryl-OPFRs, were obs...
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| description | Aryl organophosphorus flame retardants (aryl-OPFRs), commonly used product additives with close ties to daily life, have been regrettably characterized by multiple well-defined toxicity risks. Triphenyl phosphate (TPHP) and tri-o-cresyl phosphate (TOCP), two structurally similar aryl-OPFRs, were observed in our previous study to exhibit contrasting immunotoxic effects on THP-1 macrophages, yet the underlying mechanisms remain unclear. This study sought to address the knowledge gap by integrating transcriptomic and metabolomic analyses to elucidate the intricate mechanisms. During individual omics analyses, we unfortunately only obtained highly similar results for both TPHP and TOCP, failing to identify the key reasons for their differences. These results revealed comparable disturbances induced by both compounds, including disruptions in nucleic acid synthesis and energy metabolism, blocking ADP to ATP conversion by reducing TCA cycle intermediates, consequently leading to ATP depletion. However, through integrative analysis, specific pathways affected by each compound were successfully identified, shedding light on their unique effects. TPHP reduced GTP levels necessary for Rap1 activation, thereby inhibiting phagocytosis and adhesion of THP-1 macrophages. Conversely, TOCP stimulated the mTOR signaling pathway, enhancing phosphorylation of downstream proteins S6K, RHOA, and PKC, consequently promoting immune responses. This study not only clarified the distinct immunotoxic mechanisms of TPHP and TOCP but also provided critical insights into how structural variations in aryl-OPFRs can lead to markedly different immune responses, thereby informing future risk assessments and regulatory strategies for these compounds. |
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| spelling | doaj-art-a5f0526f4c8f45faae7566f5759fbda62025-01-24T04:44:05ZengElsevierEnvironment International0160-41202025-01-01195109215Rap1 and mTOR signaling pathways drive opposing immunotoxic effects of structurally similar aryl-OPFRs, TPHP and TOCPBilin Zhao0Shuang Zheng1Gaoxiang Yang2Zhijun He3Jiewei Deng4Lijuan Luo5Xinyan Li6Tiangang Luan7Guangdong Provincial Key Laboratory of Water Quality Improvement and Ecological Restoration for Watersheds, School of Ecology, Environment and Resources, Guangdong University of Technology, Guangzhou 510006, ChinaGuangdong Provincial Key Laboratory of Water Quality Improvement and Ecological Restoration for Watersheds, School of Ecology, Environment and Resources, Guangdong University of Technology, Guangzhou 510006, ChinaGuangdong Provincial Key Laboratory of Water Quality Improvement and Ecological Restoration for Watersheds, School of Ecology, Environment and Resources, Guangdong University of Technology, Guangzhou 510006, ChinaSchool of Biomedical and Pharmaceutical Sciences, Guangdong University of Technology, Guangzhou 510006, ChinaSchool of Biomedical and Pharmaceutical Sciences, Guangdong University of Technology, Guangzhou 510006, China; Guangdong Provincial Laboratory of Chemistry and Fine Chemical Engineering Jieyang Center, Jieyang 515200, China; Smart Medical Innovation Technology Center, Guangdong University of Technology, Guangzhou 510006, ChinaGuangdong Provincial Key Laboratory of Water Quality Improvement and Ecological Restoration for Watersheds, School of Ecology, Environment and Resources, Guangdong University of Technology, Guangzhou 510006, China; Guangdong Provincial Laboratory of Chemistry and Fine Chemical Engineering Jieyang Center, Jieyang 515200, China; Smart Medical Innovation Technology Center, Guangdong University of Technology, Guangzhou 510006, ChinaSchool of Biomedical and Pharmaceutical Sciences, Guangdong University of Technology, Guangzhou 510006, China; Guangdong Provincial Laboratory of Chemistry and Fine Chemical Engineering Jieyang Center, Jieyang 515200, China; Smart Medical Innovation Technology Center, Guangdong University of Technology, Guangzhou 510006, China; Corresponding author at: Xinyan Li, School of Biomedical and Pharmaceutical Sciences, Guangdong University of Technology, Guangzhou 510006, China.Guangdong Provincial Key Laboratory of Water Quality Improvement and Ecological Restoration for Watersheds, School of Ecology, Environment and Resources, Guangdong University of Technology, Guangzhou 510006, China; Guangdong Provincial Laboratory of Chemistry and Fine Chemical Engineering Jieyang Center, Jieyang 515200, China; School of Environmental and Chemical Engineering, Wuyi University, Jiangmen 529020, ChinaAryl organophosphorus flame retardants (aryl-OPFRs), commonly used product additives with close ties to daily life, have been regrettably characterized by multiple well-defined toxicity risks. Triphenyl phosphate (TPHP) and tri-o-cresyl phosphate (TOCP), two structurally similar aryl-OPFRs, were observed in our previous study to exhibit contrasting immunotoxic effects on THP-1 macrophages, yet the underlying mechanisms remain unclear. This study sought to address the knowledge gap by integrating transcriptomic and metabolomic analyses to elucidate the intricate mechanisms. During individual omics analyses, we unfortunately only obtained highly similar results for both TPHP and TOCP, failing to identify the key reasons for their differences. These results revealed comparable disturbances induced by both compounds, including disruptions in nucleic acid synthesis and energy metabolism, blocking ADP to ATP conversion by reducing TCA cycle intermediates, consequently leading to ATP depletion. However, through integrative analysis, specific pathways affected by each compound were successfully identified, shedding light on their unique effects. TPHP reduced GTP levels necessary for Rap1 activation, thereby inhibiting phagocytosis and adhesion of THP-1 macrophages. Conversely, TOCP stimulated the mTOR signaling pathway, enhancing phosphorylation of downstream proteins S6K, RHOA, and PKC, consequently promoting immune responses. This study not only clarified the distinct immunotoxic mechanisms of TPHP and TOCP but also provided critical insights into how structural variations in aryl-OPFRs can lead to markedly different immune responses, thereby informing future risk assessments and regulatory strategies for these compounds.http://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S016041202400802XAryl-OPFRsTPHPTOCPMacrophageImmunotoxicity |
| spellingShingle | Bilin Zhao Shuang Zheng Gaoxiang Yang Zhijun He Jiewei Deng Lijuan Luo Xinyan Li Tiangang Luan Rap1 and mTOR signaling pathways drive opposing immunotoxic effects of structurally similar aryl-OPFRs, TPHP and TOCP Environment International Aryl-OPFRs TPHP TOCP Macrophage Immunotoxicity |
| title | Rap1 and mTOR signaling pathways drive opposing immunotoxic effects of structurally similar aryl-OPFRs, TPHP and TOCP |
| title_full | Rap1 and mTOR signaling pathways drive opposing immunotoxic effects of structurally similar aryl-OPFRs, TPHP and TOCP |
| title_fullStr | Rap1 and mTOR signaling pathways drive opposing immunotoxic effects of structurally similar aryl-OPFRs, TPHP and TOCP |
| title_full_unstemmed | Rap1 and mTOR signaling pathways drive opposing immunotoxic effects of structurally similar aryl-OPFRs, TPHP and TOCP |
| title_short | Rap1 and mTOR signaling pathways drive opposing immunotoxic effects of structurally similar aryl-OPFRs, TPHP and TOCP |
| title_sort | rap1 and mtor signaling pathways drive opposing immunotoxic effects of structurally similar aryl opfrs tphp and tocp |
| topic | Aryl-OPFRs TPHP TOCP Macrophage Immunotoxicity |
| url | http://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S016041202400802X |
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