A Mouse Model to Investigate the Role of Cancer-Associated Fibroblasts in Tumor Growth

作者： David Jelinek1,2, Ellen Ran Zhang1,2,3, Aaron Ambrus1,2, Erin Haley3, Emily Guinn1,2, Austin Vo1,2, Peter Le1,2, Ayse Elif Kesaf1,2, Jennifer Nguyen1,2, Lily Guo1,2, Destiny Frederick1,2, Zhengyang Sun1,2, Natalie Guo3, Parker Sevier1,2, Eric Bilotta1,2, Kaiser Atai1,2,4, Laurent Voisin1,2, Hilary A. Coller1,2,4 1Department of Molecular, Cell and Developmental Biology,University of California, Los Angeles, 2Department of Biological Chemistry, David Geffen School of Medicine,University of California, Los Angeles, 3Department of Molecular Biology,Princeton University, 4Molecular Biology Institute,University of California, Los Angeles

简介：

Overview

This protocol outlines the co-injection of cancer cells and fibroblasts to monitor tumor growth over time. It aims to elucidate the molecular mechanisms by which fibroblasts regulate tumor growth.

Key Study Components

Area of Science

• Oncology
• Cell Biology
• Fibroblast Research

Background

• Cancer-associated fibroblasts play a critical role in tumor growth and progression.
• This study focuses on melanoma but the technique can be applied to other cancers.
• Understanding fibroblast functions can lead to new therapeutic strategies.
• Monitoring tumor growth is essential for cancer research.

Purpose of Study

• To investigate the role of fibroblasts in tumor growth regulation.
• To provide insights into the functional roles of cancer-associated fibroblasts.
• To develop potential new therapies for melanoma and other cancers.

Methods Used

• Co-injection of cancer cells and fibroblasts.
• Monitoring tumor growth over time.
• Utilization of DMEM supplemented with 10% FBS.
• Aliquoting medium into conical tubes for experimentation.

Main Results

• The protocol provides a framework for studying fibroblast-tumor interactions.
• Insights gained can inform therapeutic development.
• Demonstrated the importance of fibroblasts in tumor progression.
• Potential applications beyond melanoma to other cancer types.

Conclusions

• Fibroblasts are key regulators of tumor growth.
• This protocol enhances understanding of cancer biology.
• Future studies can leverage this technique for broader cancer research.

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