First Indonesian Nasopharyngeal Cancer Whole Epigenome Sequencing Identify Tumour Suppressor CpG Methylation

Penulis: HandokoAdham, MarlindaRachmadi, LisnawatiTobing, Demak LumbanAsmarinah
Informasi
JurnalBiologics: Targets and Therapy, Biologics : Targets & Therapy
PenerbitDove Medical Press Ltd, Dove Press
Volume & EdisiVol. 19
Halaman1 - 13
Tahun Publikasi2025
ISSN11775475
eISSN1177-5491
Jenis SumberScopus
Sitasi
Scopus: 3
Google Scholar: 3
PubMed: 3
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Introduction: Nasopharyngeal cancer (NPC) is a multifaceted disease characterized by genetic and epigenetic modifications. While Epstein–Barr virus (EBV) infection is a known risk factor, recent studies highlight the significant role of DNA methylation in NPC pathogenesis. Aberrant methylation, particularly at CpG sites, can silence tumour suppressor genes, promoting uncontrolled cell growth. This study aims to analyse the methylation patterns in Indonesian NPC patients through whole-epigenome sequencing. Methods: Seven clinical nasopharyngeal cancer samples were collected and confirmed histopathologically. DNA was extracted, sequenced using Oxford Nanopore technology, and aligned to the GRCh38 human reference genome. Methylation analysis was performed using modkit and statistical analysis with R software. Enriched pathways and processes were identified using ClusterProfiler in R, and gene overlap analysis was conducted. Results: The analysis identified both globally hypermethylated and hypomethylated NPC samples. Key tumour suppressor genes, such as PRKCB, PLCB3, ITGB3, EPHA2, PLCE1, PRKCD, CDKN2A, CDKN2B, RPS6KA2, ERBB4, LRRC4, AKT1, PPP2R5C, and STK11 were frequently hypermethylated and confirmed to have lower expression in an independent NPC transcriptome cohort, suggesting their role in NPC carcinogenesis. Enriched KEGG pathways included PI3K-Akt signalling, ECM–receptor interaction, and focal adhesion. The presence of EBV DNA was confirmed in all samples, implicating its role in influencing methylation patterns. Discussion: This study provides comprehensive insights into the epigenetic landscape of NPC, underscoring the role of CpG methylation in tumour suppressor gene silencing. These findings pave the way for targeted therapies and highlight the need for region-specific approaches in NPC management. © 2025 Handoko et al.
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