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  1. Article ; Online: Extending the spectrum in aortopathy: stenosis to aneurysm.

    Luperchio, Teresa Romeo / Kozel, Beth A

    Current opinion in genetics & development

    2022  Volume 76, Page(s) 101962

    Abstract: The size of the aorta varies in the healthy population and is influenced by a series of mostly common and lower-impact genomic variants. Rare, high-impact variants driving Mendelian diseases of stenosis and aneurysm extend the limits of aortic size out ... ...

    Abstract The size of the aorta varies in the healthy population and is influenced by a series of mostly common and lower-impact genomic variants. Rare, high-impact variants driving Mendelian diseases of stenosis and aneurysm extend the limits of aortic size out of the typical range. Pathology at both ends of the spectrum is governed by overlapping pathways and processes, such as those affecting structure, integrity, and function of the aorta. As such, aortopathies across the full spectrum from stenosis to aneurysm are likely modified by a similar constellation of common and rarer genetic variants in a directional, weighted, and context-dependent manner. Here, we discuss the role of modifiers in aortic disease by presenting an example of two opposing rare diseases and highlight the need to consider the influence of background genome variation when considering disease outcomes.
    MeSH term(s) Aneurysm/pathology ; Aortic Valve/pathology ; Bicuspid Aortic Valve Disease ; Constriction, Pathologic/pathology ; Heart Valve Diseases/pathology ; Humans
    Language English
    Publishing date 2022-07-30
    Publishing country England
    Document type Journal Article ; Review ; Research Support, N.I.H., Extramural ; Research Support, N.I.H., Intramural
    ZDB-ID 1077312-5
    ISSN 1879-0380 ; 0959-437X
    ISSN (online) 1879-0380
    ISSN 0959-437X
    DOI 10.1016/j.gde.2022.101962
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  2. Article ; Online: Emerging mechanisms of elastin transcriptional regulation.

    Procknow, Sara S / Kozel, Beth A

    American journal of physiology. Cell physiology

    2022  Volume 323, Issue 3, Page(s) C666–C677

    Abstract: Elastin provides recoil to tissues that stretch such as the lung, blood vessels, and skin. It is deposited in a brief window starting in the prenatal period and extending to adolescence in vertebrates, and then slowly turns over. Elastin insufficiency is ...

    Abstract Elastin provides recoil to tissues that stretch such as the lung, blood vessels, and skin. It is deposited in a brief window starting in the prenatal period and extending to adolescence in vertebrates, and then slowly turns over. Elastin insufficiency is seen in conditions such as Williams-Beuren syndrome and elastin-related supravalvar aortic stenosis, which are associated with a range of vascular and connective tissue manifestations. Regulation of the elastin (
    MeSH term(s) Animals ; Aortic Stenosis, Supravalvular/genetics ; Elastin/genetics ; Elastin/metabolism ; Gene Expression Regulation ; Humans ; MicroRNAs/genetics ; MicroRNAs/metabolism ; Williams Syndrome/genetics
    Chemical Substances MicroRNAs ; Elastin (9007-58-3)
    Language English
    Publishing date 2022-07-11
    Publishing country United States
    Document type Journal Article ; Review ; Research Support, N.I.H., Extramural
    ZDB-ID 392098-7
    ISSN 1522-1563 ; 0363-6143
    ISSN (online) 1522-1563
    ISSN 0363-6143
    DOI 10.1152/ajpcell.00228.2022
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  3. Article ; Online: Vascular elastic fiber heterogeneity in health and disease.

    Halabi, Carmen M / Kozel, Beth A

    Current opinion in hematology

    2020  Volume 27, Issue 3, Page(s) 190–196

    Abstract: Purpose of review: Elastin has historically been described as an amorphous protein that functions to provide recoil to tissues that stretch. However, evidence is growing that elastin's role may not be limited to biomechanics. In this minireview, we will ...

    Abstract Purpose of review: Elastin has historically been described as an amorphous protein that functions to provide recoil to tissues that stretch. However, evidence is growing that elastin's role may not be limited to biomechanics. In this minireview, we will summarize current knowledge regarding vascular elastic fibers, focusing on structural differences along the arterial tree and how those differences may influence the behavior of affiliated cells.
    Recent findings: Regional heterogeneity, including differences in elastic lamellar number, density and cell developmental origin, plays an important role in vessel health and function. These differences impact cell-cell communication, proliferation and movement. Perturbations of normal cell-matrix interactions are correlated with human diseases including aneurysm, atherosclerosis and hypertension.
    Summary: Although classically described as a structural protein, recent data suggest that differences in elastin deposition along the arterial tree have important effects on heterotypic cell interactions and human disease.
    MeSH term(s) Animals ; Arteries/metabolism ; Arteries/pathology ; Arteries/physiopathology ; Elastic Tissue/metabolism ; Elastic Tissue/pathology ; Elastic Tissue/physiopathology ; Elastin/metabolism ; Humans ; Vascular Diseases/metabolism ; Vascular Diseases/pathology ; Vascular Diseases/physiopathology
    Chemical Substances Elastin (9007-58-3)
    Language English
    Publishing date 2020-03-06
    Publishing country United States
    Document type Journal Article ; Research Support, N.I.H., Extramural ; Research Support, N.I.H., Intramural ; Review
    ZDB-ID 1153887-9
    ISSN 1531-7048 ; 1065-6251
    ISSN (online) 1531-7048
    ISSN 1065-6251
    DOI 10.1097/MOH.0000000000000578
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  4. Article ; Online: Elastic fiber ultrastructure and assembly.

    Kozel, Beth A / Mecham, Robert P

    Matrix biology : journal of the International Society for Matrix Biology

    2019  Volume 84, Page(s) 31–40

    Abstract: Studies over the years have described a filamentous structure to mature elastin that suggests a complicated packing arrangement of tropoelastin subunits. The currently accepted mechanism for tropoelastin assembly requires microfibrils to serve as a ... ...

    Abstract Studies over the years have described a filamentous structure to mature elastin that suggests a complicated packing arrangement of tropoelastin subunits. The currently accepted mechanism for tropoelastin assembly requires microfibrils to serve as a physical extracellular scaffold for alignment of tropoelastin monomers during and before crosslinking. However, recent evidence suggests that the initial stages of tropoelastin assembly occur within the cell or at unique assembly sites on the plasma membrane where tropoelastin self assembles to form elastin aggregates. Outside the cell, elastin aggregates transfer to growing elastic fibers in the extracellular matrix where tensional forces on microfibrils generated through cell movement help shape the growing fiber. Overall, these observations challenge the widely held idea that interaction between monomeric tropoelastin and microfibrils is a requirement for elastin assembly, and point to self-assembly of tropoelastin as a driving force in elastin maturation.
    MeSH term(s) Animals ; Cell Movement ; Elastin/metabolism ; Elastin/ultrastructure ; Extracellular Matrix/metabolism ; Humans ; Protein Multimerization ; Tropoelastin/chemistry ; Tropoelastin/metabolism
    Chemical Substances Tropoelastin ; Elastin (9007-58-3)
    Language English
    Publishing date 2019-10-24
    Publishing country Netherlands
    Document type Journal Article ; Research Support, N.I.H., Extramural ; Research Support, Non-U.S. Gov't ; Review
    ZDB-ID 1183793-7
    ISSN 1569-1802 ; 0945-053X
    ISSN (online) 1569-1802
    ISSN 0945-053X
    DOI 10.1016/j.matbio.2019.10.002
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  5. Article ; Online: Genetic Testing for Supravalvar Aortic Stenosis: What to Do When It Is Not Williams Syndrome.

    Stephens, Sara B / Novy, Tyler / Spurzem, Gabrielle N / Jacob, Benjamin / Beecroft, Taylor / Soludczyk, Emily / Kozel, Beth A / Weigand, Justin / Morris, Shaine A

    Journal of the American Heart Association

    2024  Volume 13, Issue 8, Page(s) e034048

    Abstract: Background: We aimed to describe the frequency and yield of genetic testing in supravalvar aortic stenosis (SVAS) following negative evaluation for Williams-Beuren syndrome (WS).: Methods and results: This retrospective cohort study included patients ...

    Abstract Background: We aimed to describe the frequency and yield of genetic testing in supravalvar aortic stenosis (SVAS) following negative evaluation for Williams-Beuren syndrome (WS).
    Methods and results: This retrospective cohort study included patients with SVAS at our institution who had a negative evaluation for WS from May 1991 to September 2021. SVAS was defined as (1) peak supravalvar velocity of ≥2 meters/second, (2) sinotubular junction or ascending aortic
    Conclusions: When WS is excluded, gene sequencing for SVAS is high yield, with the highest yield for the
    MeSH term(s) Humans ; Williams Syndrome/diagnosis ; Williams Syndrome/genetics ; Williams Syndrome/surgery ; Aortic Stenosis, Supravalvular/diagnosis ; Aortic Stenosis, Supravalvular/genetics ; Aortic Stenosis, Supravalvular/congenital ; Retrospective Studies ; Genetic Testing ; Aorta
    Language English
    Publishing date 2024-04-09
    Publishing country England
    Document type Journal Article
    ZDB-ID 2653953-6
    ISSN 2047-9980 ; 2047-9980
    ISSN (online) 2047-9980
    ISSN 2047-9980
    DOI 10.1161/JAHA.123.034048
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  6. Article: Evaluating ChatGPT as an Agent for Providing Genetic Education.

    Walton, Nephi / Gracefo, Sara / Sutherland, Nykole / Kozel, Beth A / Danford, Christopher J / McGrath, Scott P

    bioRxiv : the preprint server for biology

    2023  

    Abstract: Genetic disorders are complex and can greatly impact an individual's health and well-being. In this study, we assess the ability of ChatGPT, a language model developed by OpenAI, to answer questions related to three specific genetic disorders: BRCA1, ... ...

    Abstract Genetic disorders are complex and can greatly impact an individual's health and well-being. In this study, we assess the ability of ChatGPT, a language model developed by OpenAI, to answer questions related to three specific genetic disorders: BRCA1, MLH1, and HFE. ChatGPT has shown it can supply articulate answers to a wide spectrum of questions. However, its ability to answer questions related to genetic disorders has yet to be evaluated. The aim of this study is to perform both quantitative and qualitative assessments of ChatGPT's performance in this area. The ability of ChatGPT to provide accurate and useful information to patients was assessed by genetic experts. Here we show that ChatGPT answered 64.7% of the 68 genetic questions asked and was able to respond coherently to complex questions related to the three genes/conditions. Our results reveal that ChatGPT can provide valuable information to individuals seeking information about genetic disorders, however, it still has some limitations and inaccuracies, particularly in understanding human inheritance patterns. The results of this study have implications for both genomics and medicine and can inform future developments in this area. AI platforms, like ChatGPT, have significant potential in the field of genomics. As these technologies become integrated into consumer-facing products, appropriate oversight is required to ensure accurate and safe delivery of medical information. With such oversight and training specifically for genetic information, these platforms could have the potential to augment some clinical interactions.
    Language English
    Publishing date 2023-10-29
    Publishing country United States
    Document type Preprint
    DOI 10.1101/2023.10.25.564074
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  7. Article ; Online: Loss of Baz1b in mice causes perinatal lethality, growth failure, and variable multi-system outcomes.

    Pai, Christopher / McIntosh, Basil A / Knutsen, Russell H / Levin, Mark D / Tsang, Kit Man / Kozel, Beth A / Heuckeroth, Robert O

    Developmental biology

    2023  Volume 505, Page(s) 42–57

    Abstract: BAZ1B is one of 25-27 coding genes deleted in canonical Williams syndrome, a multi-system disorder causing slow growth, vascular stenosis, and gastrointestinal complaints, including constipation. BAZ1B is involved in (among other processes) chromatin ... ...

    Abstract BAZ1B is one of 25-27 coding genes deleted in canonical Williams syndrome, a multi-system disorder causing slow growth, vascular stenosis, and gastrointestinal complaints, including constipation. BAZ1B is involved in (among other processes) chromatin organization, DNA damage repair, and mitosis, suggesting reduced BAZ1B may contribute to Williams syndrome symptoms. In mice, loss of Baz1b causes early neonatal death. 89.6% of Baz1b
    MeSH term(s) Animals ; Mice ; Colon ; DNA Repair ; Ductus Arteriosus, Patent ; Neurons ; Williams Syndrome/genetics
    Chemical Substances Baz1b protein, mouse
    Language English
    Publishing date 2023-10-11
    Publishing country United States
    Document type Journal Article
    ZDB-ID 1114-9
    ISSN 1095-564X ; 0012-1606
    ISSN (online) 1095-564X
    ISSN 0012-1606
    DOI 10.1016/j.ydbio.2023.09.007
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  8. Article: Loss of Angiotensin II Type 2 Receptor Improves Blood Pressure in Elastin Insufficiency.

    Lin, Michelle / Roth, Robyn A / Kozel, Beth A / Mecham, Robert P / Halabi, Carmen M

    Frontiers in cardiovascular medicine

    2021  Volume 8, Page(s) 782138

    Abstract: There is ample evidence supporting a role for angiotensin II type 2 receptor ( ... ...

    Abstract There is ample evidence supporting a role for angiotensin II type 2 receptor (AT
    Language English
    Publishing date 2021-11-01
    Publishing country Switzerland
    Document type Journal Article
    ZDB-ID 2781496-8
    ISSN 2297-055X
    ISSN 2297-055X
    DOI 10.3389/fcvm.2021.782138
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  9. Article ; Online: Elastin-driven genetic diseases.

    Duque Lasio, Maria Laura / Kozel, Beth A

    Matrix biology : journal of the International Society for Matrix Biology

    2018  Volume 71-72, Page(s) 144–160

    Abstract: Elastic fibers provide recoil to tissues that undergo repeated deformation, such as blood vessels, lungs and skin. Composed of elastin and its accessory proteins, the fibers are produced within a restricted developmental window and are stable for decades. ...

    Abstract Elastic fibers provide recoil to tissues that undergo repeated deformation, such as blood vessels, lungs and skin. Composed of elastin and its accessory proteins, the fibers are produced within a restricted developmental window and are stable for decades. Their eventual breakdown is associated with a loss of tissue resiliency and aging. Rare alteration of the elastin (ELN) gene produces disease by impacting protein dosage (supravalvar aortic stenosis, Williams Beuren syndrome and Williams Beuren region duplication syndrome) and protein function (autosomal dominant cutis laxa). This review highlights aspects of the elastin molecule and its assembly process that contribute to human disease and also discusses potential therapies aimed at treating diseases of elastin insufficiency.
    MeSH term(s) Aortic Stenosis, Supravalvular/genetics ; Cutis Laxa/genetics ; Elastin/genetics ; Elastin/metabolism ; Gene Dosage ; Genetic Predisposition to Disease ; Humans ; Mutation ; Williams Syndrome/genetics
    Chemical Substances Elastin (9007-58-3)
    Language English
    Publishing date 2018-02-28
    Publishing country Netherlands
    Document type Journal Article ; Research Support, N.I.H., Extramural ; Review
    ZDB-ID 1183793-7
    ISSN 1569-1802 ; 0945-053X
    ISSN (online) 1569-1802
    ISSN 0945-053X
    DOI 10.1016/j.matbio.2018.02.021
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  10. Article ; Online: Variegation of autism related traits across seven neurogenetic disorders.

    Lee, Nancy Raitano / Niu, Xin / Zhang, Fengqing / Clasen, Liv S / Kozel, Beth A / Smith, Ann C M / Wallace, Gregory L / Raznahan, Armin

    Translational psychiatry

    2022  Volume 12, Issue 1, Page(s) 149

    Abstract: Gene dosage disorders (GDDs) constitute a major class of genetic risks for psychopathology, but there is considerable debate regarding the extent to which different GDDs induce different psychopathology profiles. The current research speaks to this ... ...

    Abstract Gene dosage disorders (GDDs) constitute a major class of genetic risks for psychopathology, but there is considerable debate regarding the extent to which different GDDs induce different psychopathology profiles. The current research speaks to this debate by compiling and analyzing dimensional measures of several autism-related traits (ARTs) across seven diverse GDDs. The sample included 350 individuals with one of 7 GDDs, as well as reference idiopathic autism spectrum disorder (ASD; n = 74) and typically developing control (TD; n = 171) groups. The GDDs were: Down, Williams-Beuren, and Smith-Magenis (DS, WS, SMS) syndromes, and varying sex chromosome aneuploidies ("plusX", "plusXX", "plusY", "plusXY"). The Social Responsiveness Scale (SRS-2) was used to measure ARTs at different levels of granularity-item, subscale, and total. General linear models were used to examine ART profiles in GDDs, and machine learning was used to predict genotype from SRS-2 subscales and items. These analyses were completed with and without covariation for cognitive impairment. Twelve of all possible 21 pairwise GDD group contrasts showed significantly different ART profiles (7/21 when co-varying for IQ, all Bonferroni-corrected). Prominent GDD-ART associations in post hoc analyses included relatively preserved social motivation in WS and relatively low levels of repetitive behaviors in plusX. Machine learning revealed that GDD group could be predicted with plausible accuracy (~60-80%) even after controlling for IQ. GDD effects on ARTs are influenced by GDD subtype and ART dimension. This observation has consequences for mechanistic, clinical, and translational aspects of psychiatric neurogenetics.
    MeSH term(s) Autism Spectrum Disorder/genetics ; Autism Spectrum Disorder/psychology ; Autistic Disorder ; Humans
    Language English
    Publishing date 2022-04-07
    Publishing country United States
    Document type Journal Article ; Research Support, N.I.H., Extramural ; Research Support, N.I.H., Intramural
    ZDB-ID 2609311-X
    ISSN 2158-3188 ; 2158-3188
    ISSN (online) 2158-3188
    ISSN 2158-3188
    DOI 10.1038/s41398-022-01895-0
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