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ArticleStem cell research & therapy2025

Mechanical tension-induced Dalrd3 elevation enhances osteogenic differentiation of bone suture stem cells by upregulating Id3 translation.

Jie Chen, Yiwei Zhao, Chongmai Zeng, Guoli Tian, Zhicai Feng, Yang Cao

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Jie Chen *Hospital of Stomatology, Guangdong Provincial Key Laboratory of Stomatology, Guanghua School of Stomatology, Sun Yat-Sen University, Guangzhou, 510055, China.
Yiwei Zhao *Hospital of Stomatology, Guangdong Provincial Key Laboratory of Stomatology, Guanghua School of Stomatology, Sun Yat-Sen University, Guangzhou, 510055, China.
Chongmai ZengHospital of Stomatology, Guangdong Provincial Key Laboratory of Stomatology, Guanghua School of Stomatology, Sun Yat-Sen University, Guangzhou, 510055, China.
Guoli TianHospital of Stomatology, Guangdong Provincial Key Laboratory of Stomatology, Guanghua School of Stomatology, Sun Yat-Sen University, Guangzhou, 510055, China.
Zhicai FengHospital of Stomatology, Guangdong Provincial Key Laboratory of Stomatology, Guanghua School of Stomatology, Sun Yat-Sen University, Guangzhou, 510055, China. fengzhc@mail.sysu.edu.cn.
Yang CaoHospital of Stomatology, Guangdong Provincial Key Laboratory of Stomatology, Guanghua School of Stomatology, Sun Yat-Sen University, Guangzhou, 510055, China. caoyang@mail.sysu.edu.cn.

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Basic and Applied Basic Research Foundation of Guangdong Province 2023A1515110475National Natural Science Foundation of China 82403184Natural Science Foundation of Guangdong Province 2024A1515012316Young Teacher Foundation of Sun Yat-sen University 24qnpy201
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backgroundCraniomaxillofacial sutures play a critical role in craniomaxillofacial development through continuous bone reconstruction and regeneration, processes modulated by mechanical tension. Bone suture stem cells (SuSCs) are central to these functions. Distraction osteogenesis, which promotes craniomaxillofacial suture growth, is a common therapeutic approach for craniofacial deformities. However, the underlying mechanisms by which mechanical forces drive suture and bone remodeling remain poorly understood, posing significant clinical challenges.

methodsTo investigate these mechanisms, we established a rapid maxillary expansion (RME) model in mice to widen the midpalatal suture. Single-cell RNA sequencing (scRNA-seq) was employed to identify subsets of SuSCs responsive to mechanical tension and analyze their differentiation potential under varying conditions. Further functional studies were conducted to explore the role of DALR anticodon binding domain containing 3 (Dalrd3) and its associated tRNA 3-methylcytosine (m3C) modification in SuSCs under mechanical tension.

resultsOur study identified a subset of SuSCs with multidirectional differentiation potential that shifted from a chondrogenic to an osteogenic trajectory in response to mechanical tension. Mechanical tension also upregulated Dalrd3 expression and its associated tRNA m3C modification in activated SuSCs. Knockdown of Dalrd3 in SuSCs significantly impaired osteogenic differentiation, proliferation, migratory capacity, and translational activity within the bone morphogenetic protein (BMP) signaling pathway. Furthermore, Dalrd3 knockdown suppressed the translational activity of inhibitor of DNA binding 3 (Id3), a key BMP-induced mediator of osteoblastogenesis. Restoring Id3 expression in Dalrd3-deficient SuSCs rescued their osteogenic, proliferative, and migratory functions.

conclusionsThese findings reveal a translational regulatory mechanism in SuSCs activated by mechanical tension and underscore the pivotal role of Dalrd3 in suture remodeling and bone formation. The insights provided by this study have the potential to guide targeted therapeutic strategies for optimizing distraction osteogenesis and other treatments for craniofacial deformities.

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Cell DifferentiationCranial SuturesInhibitor of Differentiation ProteinsOsteogenesisStem CellsAnimalsMiceStress, MechanicalUp-RegulationInhibitor of Differentiation ProteinsBone suture stem cellsDalrd3Mechanical tensionOsteogenesisTRNA m3 C modification

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