VWCE modulates amino acid-dependent mTOR signaling and coordinates with KICSTOR to recruit GATOR1 to the lysosomes

Tianyu Zhao, Yuanyuan Guan, Chenchen Xu, Dong Wang, Jialiang Guan and Ying Liu ()
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Tianyu Zhao: Peking University
Yuanyuan Guan: Peking University
Chenchen Xu: Peking University
Dong Wang: Peking University
Jialiang Guan: Peking University
Ying Liu: Peking University

Nature Communications, 2023, vol. 14, issue 1, 1-10

Abstract: Abstract The mechanistic target of rapamycin complex 1 (mTORC1) is a crucial regulator of cell growth. It senses nutrient signals and adjusts cellular metabolism accordingly. Deregulation of mTORC1 has been associated with metabolic diseases, cancer, and aging. Amino acid signals are transduced to mTORC1 through sensor proteins and two protein complexes named GATOR1 and GATOR2. In this study, we identify VWCE (von Willebrand factor C and EGF domains) as a negative regulator of amino acid-dependent mTORC1 signaling. Knockdown of VWCE promotes mTORC1 activity even in the absence of amino acids. VWCE interacts with the KICSTOR complex to facilitate the recruitment of GATOR1 to the lysosomes. Bioinformatic analysis reveals that expression of VWCE is reduced in prostate cancer. More importantly, overexpression of VWCE inhibits the development of prostate cancer. Therefore, VWCE may serve as a potential therapeutic target for the treatment of prostate cancers.

Date: 2023
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