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ArticleFrontiers in immunology2025

Identification and validation of the VEGF/p38MAPK/HSP27 pro-tumor inflammatory pathway: screening of active components from

Xiaochen Li, Yang Ju, Xinxin Yang, Tianjiao Li, Shuai Wang, Yongrui Bao, Xiansheng Meng

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Article in Frontiers in immunology, 2025. The graph could read no effect estimate from its abstract, so it casts no vote on the map. Not yet cited in PubMed.

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Xiaochen Li *College of Pharmacy, Liaoning University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Dalian, China.
Yang Ju *Department of Bone Tumor and Orthopaedics, Shenyang Orthopaedic Hospital, Shenyang, China.
Xinxin YangCollege of Pharmacy, Liaoning University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Dalian, China.
Tianjiao LiCollege of Pharmacy, Liaoning University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Dalian, China.
Shuai WangCollege of Pharmacy, Liaoning University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Dalian, China.
Yongrui BaoCollege of Pharmacy, Liaoning University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Dalian, China.
Xiansheng MengCollege of Pharmacy, Liaoning University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Dalian, China.

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Abstract

Background: Colorectal cancer (CRC) remains a leading cause of cancer-related mortality worldwide, with pro-tumor inflammation playing a critical role in its initiation and progression. Chronic inflammation acts as a major driving force and a distinct mechanism underlying tumorigenesis. Although previous studies have demonstrated the importance of the VEGF/p38MAPK and p38MAPK/HSP27 signaling pathways in CRC-associated inflammation, a comprehensive understanding of the entire pro-tumor inflammatory mechanism remains incomplete. Methods: This study combined network pharmacology analysis and Results: Key proteins VEGF, p38MAPK, and HSP27 were identified as critical components of the signaling pathway. Three active compounds rutin, nicotiflorin, and 4,5-dicaffeoylquinic acid (4,5-Dicqa) were found to bind these targets with high affinity. MD simulations supported the stability of these interactions and their potential as drug candidates. Conclusion: This study provides theoretical and experimental evidence for pharmacological targets involved in pro-tumor inflammation in CRC. The findings offer valuable insights for developing novel anti-inflammatory therapeutics targeting the VEGF/p38MAPK/HSP27 signaling pathway.

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Colorectal NeoplasmsHSP27 Heat-Shock Proteinsp38 Mitogen-Activated Protein KinasesPlant ExtractsVascular Endothelial Growth Factor AAnimalsHeat-Shock ProteinsHumansInflammationMiceMolecular ChaperonesMolecular Docking SimulationMolecular Dynamics SimulationSignal TransductionHeat-Shock ProteinsHSP27 Heat-Shock ProteinsHSPB1 protein, humanMolecular Chaperonesp38 Mitogen-Activated Protein KinasesPlant ExtractsVascular Endothelial Growth Factor AVEGFA protein, humancolorectal cancer (CRC)drug-likenessmicroscale thermophoresis (MST)Patrinia villosa Juss. (PV)pro-tumor inflammatoryVEGF/p38MAPK/HSP27

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PMCPMC12391121

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