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Molecular characterization of AIFM2/FSP1 inhibition by iFSP1-like molecules

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CELL DEATH & DISEASE
卷 14, 期 4, 页码 -

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DOI: 10.1038/s41419-023-05787-z

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Ferroptosis is a form of cell death characterized by phospholipid peroxidation. The inhibition of Ferroptosis suppressor protein 1 (FSP1) has been shown to sensitize cancer cells to ferroptosis. In this study, the species-specific inhibition of a first-generation FSP1 inhibitor, iFSP1, on the human isoform is explored to gain insights into its mechanism of action.
Ferroptosis is a form of cell death characterized by phospholipid peroxidation, where numerous studies have suggested that the induction of ferroptosis is a therapeutic strategy to target therapy refractory cancer entities. Ferroptosis suppressor protein 1 (FSP1), an NAD(P)H-ubiquinone reductase, is a key determinant of ferroptosis vulnerability, and its pharmacological inhibition was shown to strongly sensitize cancer cells to ferroptosis. A first generation of FSP1 inhibitors, exemplified by the small molecule iFSP1, has been reported; however, the molecular mechanisms underlying inhibition have not been characterized in detail. In this study, we explore the species-specific inhibition of iFSP1 on the human isoform to gain insights into its mechanism of action. Using a combination of cellular, biochemical, and computational methods, we establish a critical contribution of a species-specific aromatic architecture that is essential for target engagement. The results described here provide valuable insights for the rational development of second-generation FSP1 inhibitors combined with a tracer for screening the druggable pocket. In addition, we pose a cautionary notice for using iFSP1 in animal models, specifically murine models.

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