2018
Diltiazem Promotes Regenerative Axon Growth
Huebner EA, Budel S, Jiang Z, Omura T, Ho TS, Barrett L, Merkel JS, Pereira LM, Andrews NA, Wang X, Singh B, Kapur K, Costigan M, Strittmatter SM, Woolf CJ. Diltiazem Promotes Regenerative Axon Growth. Molecular Neurobiology 2018, 56: 3948-3957. PMID: 30232777, PMCID: PMC6424671, DOI: 10.1007/s12035-018-1349-5.Peer-Reviewed Original ResearchConceptsL-type calcium channel blockerDorsal root gangliaCentral nervous systemChondroitin sulfate proteoglycanAxon regenerationMouse dorsal root gangliaAdult central nervous systemHuman sensory neuronsCalcium channel blockersSpinal cord injuryRat cortical culturesCord injuryAxonal regrowthRoot gangliaCortical culturesChannel blockersRegenerative propensityRegenerative axon growthSensory neuronsNervous systemPharmacological enhancersAxon growthPermanent lossSulfate proteoglycanAxotomy
2011
A Multi-domain Fragment of Nogo-A Protein Is a Potent Inhibitor of Cortical Axon Regeneration via Nogo Receptor 1*
Huebner EA, Kim BG, Duffy PJ, Brown RH, Strittmatter SM. A Multi-domain Fragment of Nogo-A Protein Is a Potent Inhibitor of Cortical Axon Regeneration via Nogo Receptor 1*. Journal Of Biological Chemistry 2011, 286: 18026-18036. PMID: 21454605, PMCID: PMC3093876, DOI: 10.1074/jbc.m110.208108.Peer-Reviewed Original ResearchConceptsMature cortical neuronsCortical neuronsNogo-66Axon regenerationReceptor 1Central nervous system injuryDorsal root ganglion neuronsNogo-66 receptor 1Expression of PirBMature cortical culturesNogo receptor 1Nervous system injuryNogo-A proteinImmunoglobulin-like receptorsChick dorsal root ganglion neuronsFunctional recoverySystem injuryGanglion neuronsCortical culturesPredominant receptorNgR1Genetic deletionPirBCell surface receptorsNeurons
2010
MAG and OMgp Synergize with Nogo-A to Restrict Axonal Growth and Neurological Recovery after Spinal Cord Trauma
Cafferty WB, Duffy P, Huebner E, Strittmatter SM. MAG and OMgp Synergize with Nogo-A to Restrict Axonal Growth and Neurological Recovery after Spinal Cord Trauma. Journal Of Neuroscience 2010, 30: 6825-6837. PMID: 20484625, PMCID: PMC2883258, DOI: 10.1523/jneurosci.6239-09.2010.Peer-Reviewed Original ResearchMeSH KeywordsAnalysis of VarianceAnimalsBiotinCells, CulturedDextransDisease Models, AnimalFemaleFunctional LateralityGanglia, SpinalGPI-Linked ProteinsMaleMiceMice, Inbred C57BLMice, KnockoutMutationMyelin ProteinsMyelin-Associated GlycoproteinMyelin-Oligodendrocyte GlycoproteinNerve Tissue ProteinsNeuronsNogo ProteinsPyramidal TractsReceptors, Cell SurfaceReceptors, SerotoninRecovery of FunctionSpinal Cord InjuriesConceptsAxonal growthSpinal Cord Injury StudyMutant miceGreater axonal growthGreater behavioral recoverySpinal cord traumaWild-type miceAxonal growth inhibitionHeterozygous mutant miceDeficient myelinNeurological recoveryCNS damageTriple-mutant miceBehavioral recoveryCord traumaFunctional recoveryNeurological functionMyelin inhibitorsAxonal regrowthReceptor mechanismsInjury studiesMyelin inhibitionDecoy receptorOptimal chanceMice
2009
Rho-Associated Kinase II (ROCKII) Limits Axonal Growth after Trauma within the Adult Mouse Spinal Cord
Duffy P, Schmandke A, Schmandke A, Sigworth J, Narumiya S, Cafferty WB, Strittmatter SM. Rho-Associated Kinase II (ROCKII) Limits Axonal Growth after Trauma within the Adult Mouse Spinal Cord. Journal Of Neuroscience 2009, 29: 15266-15276. PMID: 19955379, PMCID: PMC2855556, DOI: 10.1523/jneurosci.4650-09.2009.Peer-Reviewed Original ResearchMeSH KeywordsAmidesAnalysis of VarianceAnimalsAxonsBehavior, AnimalBrain InjuriesCA1 Region, HippocampalCells, CulturedCholera ToxinEnzyme InhibitorsGanglia, SpinalGene Expression RegulationMedian NeuropathyMiceMice, Inbred C57BLMice, KnockoutMyelin ProteinsNerve RegenerationNeuronsNogo ProteinsPyridinesReceptors, Calcitonin Gene-Related PeptideRhizotomyRho-Associated KinasesSpinal Cord InjuriesTime FactorsVersicansConceptsSpinal cordCNS traumaFunctional recoveryBasso Mouse Scale scoresSpinal Cord Injury StudyAxonal growthDorsal root entry zoneDorsal root ganglion neuronsAdult mouse spinal cordAxonal growth inhibitorsSpinal cord hemisectionRoot entry zoneSpinal cord injuryCaudal spinal cordMouse spinal cordDorsal hemisectionRaphespinal axonsDorsal rhizotomyCrush injuryCord hemisectionCorticospinal axonsChondroitin sulfate proteoglycanCord injuryGanglion neuronsInjury paradigms
2008
Release of MICAL Autoinhibition by Semaphorin-Plexin Signaling Promotes Interaction with Collapsin Response Mediator Protein
Schmidt EF, Shim SO, Strittmatter SM. Release of MICAL Autoinhibition by Semaphorin-Plexin Signaling Promotes Interaction with Collapsin Response Mediator Protein. Journal Of Neuroscience 2008, 28: 2287-2297. PMID: 18305261, PMCID: PMC2846290, DOI: 10.1523/jneurosci.5646-07.2008.Peer-Reviewed Original ResearchMeSH KeywordsAdaptor Proteins, Signal TransducingAnimalsCell Adhesion MoleculesCell Line, TransformedChick EmbryoCytoskeletal ProteinsFlavin-Adenine DinucleotideGanglia, SpinalGenetic VectorsHIVHumansImmunoprecipitationIntracellular Signaling Peptides and ProteinsLIM Domain ProteinsMembrane GlycoproteinsMicrofilament ProteinsMixed Function OxygenasesMutationNerve Tissue ProteinsNeuritesNeuronsPeptide FragmentsProtein BindingSemaphorin-3ASemaphorinsSignal TransductionTransfectionConceptsCollapsin response mediator proteinsMediator proteinsCytoplasmic proteinsEnzymatic domainsCatalytic domainPlexin functionPlexin receptorsTerminal domainMICALPromotes interactionAxon guidanceNeuronal developmentAxonal guidanceEnzymatic activityProteinAutoinhibitionDomainPlexinsSignalingSemaphorinsActivatorAssociatesInteractionActivityActivation
2006
RanBPM Contributes to Semaphorin3A Signaling through Plexin-A Receptors
Togashi H, Schmidt EF, Strittmatter SM. RanBPM Contributes to Semaphorin3A Signaling through Plexin-A Receptors. Journal Of Neuroscience 2006, 26: 4961-4969. PMID: 16672672, PMCID: PMC2846289, DOI: 10.1523/jneurosci.0704-06.2006.Peer-Reviewed Original ResearchMeSH KeywordsAdaptor Proteins, Signal TransducingAnimalsCell Adhesion MoleculesCell DeathCell SizeCells, CulturedChick EmbryoCloning, MolecularCricetinaeCricetulusCytoskeletal ProteinsDose-Response Relationship, DrugDrug InteractionsEnzyme InhibitorsGanglia, SpinalGene ExpressionGreen Fluorescent ProteinsHumansImmunoprecipitationIn Situ Nick-End LabelingNerve Tissue ProteinsNeuritesNeuronsNeuropilin-1Nuclear ProteinsRan GTP-Binding ProteinSemaphorin-3ASignal TransductionTranscription Factor AP-1TransfectionTwo-Hybrid System TechniquesConceptsPlexin-A1Collapsin response mediator proteinsNervous system developmentReceptor complex consistingSignal transductionRanBPMMediator proteinsMicrotubule functionCell spreadingComplex consistingAxonal guidanceNeuronal cellsAxonal guidance cuesProteinGuidance cuesPlexinsAxonal outgrowthExpressionSema3ATransductionReceptorsDomainOverexpressionNeuropilinsSystem development
2005
Effect of combined treatment with methylprednisolone and soluble Nogo‐66 receptor after rat spinal cord injury
Ji B, Li M, Budel S, Pepinsky RB, Walus L, Engber TM, Strittmatter SM, Relton JK. Effect of combined treatment with methylprednisolone and soluble Nogo‐66 receptor after rat spinal cord injury. European Journal Of Neuroscience 2005, 22: 587-594. PMID: 16101740, PMCID: PMC2846292, DOI: 10.1111/j.1460-9568.2005.04241.x.Peer-Reviewed Original ResearchMeSH KeywordsAnalysis of VarianceAnimalsAxonsBehavior, AnimalBiotinCells, CulturedChick EmbryoDextransDisease Models, AnimalDose-Response Relationship, DrugDrug InteractionsDrug Therapy, CombinationExploratory BehaviorFemaleGanglia, SpinalGPI-Linked ProteinsImmunoglobulin GLaminectomyMethylprednisoloneMyelin ProteinsMyelin SheathNerve RegenerationNeuronsNogo Receptor 1Pyramidal TractsRatsRats, Long-EvansReceptors, Cell SurfaceReceptors, PeptideRecombinant ProteinsRecovery of FunctionSpinal Cord InjuriesConceptsSpinal cord injuryCord injuryRat spinal cord injuryMP treatmentAdult central nervous systemThoracic dorsal hemisectionNovel experimental therapiesCorticospinal tract axonsRecovery of functionNogo-66 receptorNumber of axonsCentral nervous systemGrowth inhibitory effectsDorsal hemisectionBBB scoresAxonal sproutingFunctional recoveryBresnahan (BBB) scoringAxonal regenerationMotor neuronsExperimental therapiesMethylprednisoloneSynthetic glucocorticoidNervous systemAxonal growth
2004
Nogo-66 Receptor Prevents Raphespinal and Rubrospinal Axon Regeneration and Limits Functional Recovery from Spinal Cord Injury
Kim JE, Liu BP, Park JH, Strittmatter SM. Nogo-66 Receptor Prevents Raphespinal and Rubrospinal Axon Regeneration and Limits Functional Recovery from Spinal Cord Injury. Neuron 2004, 44: 439-451. PMID: 15504325, DOI: 10.1016/j.neuron.2004.10.015.Peer-Reviewed Original ResearchMeSH Keywords5,7-DihydroxytryptamineAnimalsAxonsBehavior, AnimalBlotting, NorthernBlotting, SouthernBrainCell CountCells, CulturedCloning, MolecularCornified Envelope Proline-Rich ProteinsDesipramineDisease Models, AnimalEvoked Potentials, MotorFemaleGanglia, SpinalGlial Fibrillary Acidic ProteinGlucoseGPI-Linked ProteinsGrowth ConesImmunohistochemistryMiceMice, Inbred C57BLMice, KnockoutMotor ActivityMyelin ProteinsMyelin SheathMyelin-Associated GlycoproteinNerve RegenerationNeuronsNogo ProteinsNogo Receptor 1Phospholipid EthersProteinsPyramidal TractsReceptors, Cell SurfaceRecovery of FunctionSerotoninSerotonin AgentsSpinal CordSpinal Cord InjuriesTime FactorsConceptsAdult CNSNogo-66Spinal cord injuryAdult mammalian CNSNogo-66 receptorDorsal hemisectionDRG neuronsFunctional recoveryRubrospinal fibersCord injuryMyelin inhibitorsComplete transectionCorticospinal fibersMotor functionSpinal cordMotor impairmentAxon regenerationMammalian CNSAxonal growthAxonal outgrowthCNS myelinMiceInhibitory proteinInjuryGrowth conesA Neutralizing Anti-Nogo66 Receptor Monoclonal Antibody Reverses Inhibition of Neurite Outgrowth by Central Nervous System Myelin*
Li W, Walus L, Rabacchi SA, Jirik A, Chang E, Schauer J, Zheng BH, Benedetti NJ, Liu BP, Choi E, Worley D, Silvian L, Mo W, Mullen C, Yang W, Strittmatter SM, Sah DW, Pepinsky B, Lee DH. A Neutralizing Anti-Nogo66 Receptor Monoclonal Antibody Reverses Inhibition of Neurite Outgrowth by Central Nervous System Myelin*. Journal Of Biological Chemistry 2004, 279: 43780-43788. PMID: 15297463, DOI: 10.1074/jbc.m401803200.Peer-Reviewed Original ResearchConceptsOligodendrocyte myelin glycoproteinRat dorsal root ganglion neuronsDorsal root ganglion neuronsMonoclonal antibodiesMyelin glycoproteinNeurite outgrowthMyelin proteinsUseful therapeutic approachCNS myelin substrateNogo66 receptorCentral nervous system myelinGanglion neuronsTherapeutic approachesCNS repairMyelin substrateCentral nervous system myelin proteinsInhibitory effectNgR1AntibodiesNeurite growthMyelinSystem myelinReverses inhibitionMolecular epitopesNeogenin mediates the action of repulsive guidance molecule
Rajagopalan S, Deitinghoff L, Davis D, Conrad S, Skutella T, Chedotal A, Mueller BK, Strittmatter SM. Neogenin mediates the action of repulsive guidance molecule. Nature Cell Biology 2004, 6: 756-762. PMID: 15258590, DOI: 10.1038/ncb1156.Peer-Reviewed Original ResearchConceptsRepulsive guidance moleculeRetinal ganglion cell axonsGuidance moleculesGanglion cell axonsDorsal root ganglion axonsTemporal retinal axonsVisual map formationReceptor mechanismsCell axonsNeogenin expressionRetinal axonsGanglion axonsAxonal responsivenessOptic tectumChick retinaNeogeninSub-nanomolar affinityAxonsAxonal guidanceNeogenin functionsResponsive stateNeural tubeMap formationExpressionRetina
2003
Structural bases for CRMP function in plexin‐dependent semaphorin3A signaling
Deo RC, Schmidt EF, Elhabazi A, Togashi H, Burley SK, Strittmatter SM. Structural bases for CRMP function in plexin‐dependent semaphorin3A signaling. The EMBO Journal 2003, 23: 9-22. PMID: 14685275, PMCID: PMC1271659, DOI: 10.1038/sj.emboj.7600021.Peer-Reviewed Original ResearchMeSH KeywordsAlanineAmino Acid SequenceAmino Acid SubstitutionAnimalsCell Adhesion MoleculesCell LineChick EmbryoChlorocebus aethiopsCOS CellsCrystallography, X-RayGanglia, SpinalHumansHydrogen BondingImmunophilinsMiceModels, MolecularMolecular Sequence DataMutagenesis, Site-DirectedNerve Tissue ProteinsPhosphoproteinsProtein Structure, SecondaryProtein Structure, TertiaryReceptors, Cell SurfaceRecombinant Fusion ProteinsSemaphorin-3ASequence Homology, Amino AcidSignal TransductionStructure-Activity RelationshipConceptsCollapsin response mediator proteinsStructure-based mutagenesisCOS-7 cellsSurface-exposed residuesTetrameric assemblyPhysical complexAxonal specificationMediator proteinsStructural basisFunctional domainsAlanine substitutionsActive proteinCytosolic phosphoproteinNeuronal differentiationAxonal repulsionAxonal guidanceReceptor componentsProteinStructural viewX-ray crystal structureCRMP1Sema3ACell contractionCellsNP1Fibroblast Growth Factor-Inducible-14 Is Induced in Axotomized Neurons and Promotes Neurite Outgrowth
Tanabe K, Bonilla I, Winkles JA, Strittmatter SM. Fibroblast Growth Factor-Inducible-14 Is Induced in Axotomized Neurons and Promotes Neurite Outgrowth. Journal Of Neuroscience 2003, 23: 9675-9686. PMID: 14573547, PMCID: PMC6740475, DOI: 10.1523/jneurosci.23-29-09675.2003.Peer-Reviewed Original ResearchMeSH KeywordsAnimalsAxotomyGanglia, SpinalGene Expression ProfilingGene Expression RegulationHumansMaleMembrane ProteinsMiceMice, Inbred C57BLNerve RegenerationNeuritesNeuronsOligonucleotide Array Sequence AnalysisPC12 CellsPseudopodiaRac1 GTP-Binding ProteinRatsReceptors, Tumor Necrosis FactorRNA, MessengerSciatic NeuropathyTWEAK ReceptorConceptsFibroblast Growth Factor-Inducible 14Dorsal root gangliaDozens of genesDRG neuronsRho family GTPasesPC12 cellsGene expression patternsNeurite outgrowthAxotomized neuronsMRNA expression profilesPromotes Neurite OutgrowthNerve growth factor treatmentRac1 inactivationRac1 GTPaseExpression patternsExpression profilesMicroarray analysisAxotomized DRG neuronsOverexpression of Fn14Rac1 activationNorthern analysisSciatic nerve injurySciatic nerve transectionCoordinated shiftImmunoprecipitation studiesDelayed Systemic Nogo-66 Receptor Antagonist Promotes Recovery from Spinal Cord Injury
Li S, Strittmatter SM. Delayed Systemic Nogo-66 Receptor Antagonist Promotes Recovery from Spinal Cord Injury. Journal Of Neuroscience 2003, 23: 4219-4227. PMID: 12764110, PMCID: PMC6741116, DOI: 10.1523/jneurosci.23-10-04219.2003.Peer-Reviewed Original ResearchMeSH KeywordsAmino Acid SequenceAnimalsAxonsAxotomyBehavior, AnimalCornified Envelope Proline-Rich ProteinsFemaleGanglia, SpinalGPI-Linked ProteinsInjections, SubcutaneousIntralaminar Thalamic NucleiMembrane ProteinsMiceMice, Inbred C57BLMolecular Sequence DataMolecular WeightMotor ActivityMyelin ProteinsNerve FibersNerve RegenerationNogo Receptor 1Peptide FragmentsProtein BiosynthesisProteinsPyramidal TractsReceptors, Cell SurfaceSerotoninSpinal CordSpinal Cord InjuriesConceptsSpinal cord injuryCord injuryCorticospinal axonsThoracic spinal cord injuryTherapeutic time windowSpinal cord hemisectionSpinal cord traumaCorticospinal tract axonsAdult mammalian CNSNogo-66 receptorOligodendrocyte myelin glycoproteinCNS axonal injuryCord lesionsSubcutaneous treatmentSystemic therapyCord hemisectionCord traumaIntrathecal applicationLocal therapyLocomotor recoveryFunctional recoverySerotonergic fibersAxonal injuryReceptor antagonistAxon sproutingRho Kinase Inhibition Enhances Axonal Regeneration in the Injured CNS
Fournier AE, Takizawa BT, Strittmatter SM. Rho Kinase Inhibition Enhances Axonal Regeneration in the Injured CNS. Journal Of Neuroscience 2003, 23: 1416-1423. PMID: 12598630, PMCID: PMC6742251, DOI: 10.1523/jneurosci.23-04-01416.2003.Peer-Reviewed Original ResearchMeSH KeywordsADP Ribose TransferasesAmidesAnimalsAxonsBotulinum ToxinsCells, CulturedChick EmbryoEnzyme InhibitorsFemaleGanglia, SpinalIntracellular Signaling Peptides and ProteinsMotor ActivityMyelin ProteinsNerve RegenerationNeuritesNogo ProteinsPC12 CellsProtein Serine-Threonine KinasesPyridinesRatsRats, Sprague-DawleyRho GTP-Binding ProteinsRho-Associated KinasesSpinal Cord InjuriesConceptsAxonal regenerationAdult ratsNeurite outgrowthCorticospinal tract lesionsNeurite outgrowth inhibitorChick DRG neuronsRho-kinase inhibitionCST fibersDRG neuronsCST lesionLocomotor recoveryTract lesionsSpinal cordOutgrowth inhibitorInhibits neurite outgrowthNogo-66Activity levelsMyelinKinase inhibitionLesionsActivation of RhoRatsC3 transferaseInhibition of p160ROCKInhibitors
2002
Myelin-Associated Glycoprotein as a Functional Ligand for the Nogo-66 Receptor
Liu BP, Fournier A, GrandPré T, Strittmatter SM. Myelin-Associated Glycoprotein as a Functional Ligand for the Nogo-66 Receptor. Science 2002, 297: 1190-1193. PMID: 12089450, DOI: 10.1126/science.1073031.Peer-Reviewed Original ResearchMeSH KeywordsAnimalsAxonsBinding SitesChick EmbryoCloning, MolecularCOS CellsGanglia, SpinalGene LibraryGPI-Linked ProteinsLigandsMiceMyelin ProteinsMyelin-Associated GlycoproteinNerve RegenerationNeuritesNeuronsNogo ProteinsNogo Receptor 1Peptide FragmentsPhosphatidylinositol Diacylglycerol-LyaseProtein Structure, TertiaryReceptors, Cell SurfaceRecombinant Fusion ProteinsSialic AcidsTransfectionType C PhospholipasesSmall Proline-Rich Repeat Protein 1A Is Expressed by Axotomized Neurons and Promotes Axonal Outgrowth
Bonilla IE, Tanabe K, Strittmatter SM. Small Proline-Rich Repeat Protein 1A Is Expressed by Axotomized Neurons and Promotes Axonal Outgrowth. Journal Of Neuroscience 2002, 22: 1303-1315. PMID: 11850458, PMCID: PMC6757578, DOI: 10.1523/jneurosci.22-04-01303.2002.Peer-Reviewed Original ResearchMeSH KeywordsActinsAnimalsAxonsAxotomyCell DifferentiationCell Surface ExtensionsCornified Envelope Proline-Rich ProteinsCOS CellsGanglia, SpinalMaleMembrane ProteinsMiceMice, Inbred C57BLNerve CrushNerve RegenerationNeuronsOligonucleotide Array Sequence AnalysisProtein BiosynthesisProteinsRNA, MessengerS100 ProteinsSciatic NerveSciatic NeuropathySpinal Cord InjuriesTransfectionConceptsSmall proline-rich repeat protein 1AProtein 1AAxonal outgrowthMembrane rufflesP21/WAFDifferentiation genesCDNA microarrayNerve regenerationF-actinEpithelial differentiation genesPeripheral axonal damageSciatic nerve regenerationSuccessful nerve regenerationAbility of neuronsSPRR1AGenesUninjured neuronsAxotomized neuronsRange of substratesAxonal damageSensory neuronsOutgrowthNeuronsRufflesAxons
2001
PlexinA1 Autoinhibition by the Plexin Sema Domain
Takahashi T, Strittmatter S. PlexinA1 Autoinhibition by the Plexin Sema Domain. Neuron 2001, 29: 429-439. PMID: 11239433, DOI: 10.1016/s0896-6273(01)00216-1.Peer-Reviewed Original Research
2000
Semaphorin3a Enhances Endocytosis at Sites of Receptor–F-Actin Colocalization during Growth Cone Collapse
Fournier A, Nakamura F, Kawamoto S, Goshima Y, Kalb R, Strittmatter S. Semaphorin3a Enhances Endocytosis at Sites of Receptor–F-Actin Colocalization during Growth Cone Collapse. Journal Of Cell Biology 2000, 149: 411-422. PMID: 10769032, PMCID: PMC2175148, DOI: 10.1083/jcb.149.2.411.Peer-Reviewed Original Research
1999
Plexin-Neuropilin-1 Complexes Form Functional Semaphorin-3A Receptors
Takahashi T, Fournier A, Nakamura F, Wang L, Murakami Y, Kalb R, Fujisawa H, Strittmatter S. Plexin-Neuropilin-1 Complexes Form Functional Semaphorin-3A Receptors. Cell 1999, 99: 59-69. PMID: 10520994, DOI: 10.1016/s0092-8674(00)80062-8.Peer-Reviewed Original ResearchGrowth cone neuropilin‐1 mediates collapsin‐1/sema III facilitation of antero‐ and retrograde axoplasmic transport
Goshima Y, Hori H, Sasaki Y, Yang T, Maezono M, Li C, Takenaka T, Nakamura F, Takahashi T, Strittmatter S, Misu Y, Kawakami T. Growth cone neuropilin‐1 mediates collapsin‐1/sema III facilitation of antero‐ and retrograde axoplasmic transport. Developmental Neurobiology 1999, 39: 579-589. PMID: 10380079, DOI: 10.1002/(sici)1097-4695(19990615)39:4<579::aid-neu11>3.0.co;2-9.Peer-Reviewed Original Research