Exploring PTPN6 as a dual oncogenic and immunological marker in melanoma

Abstract Melanoma is an aggressive form of skin cancer known for its ability to avoid detection by the immune system and resist treatment. This study explores the role of PTPN6, a protein linked to lactate, as both an oncogene and an immune-related biomarker in melanoma. Using computational tools, w...

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Main Authors: Piaopiao Bian, Shaoyan Liu, Qiuping Luo, Zewen Feng, Sanyan Li, Wei Zhang
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Language:English
Published: Springer 2025-07-01
Series:Discover Oncology
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Online Access:https://doi.org/10.1007/s12672-025-03038-5
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author Piaopiao Bian
Shaoyan Liu
Qiuping Luo
Zewen Feng
Sanyan Li
Wei Zhang
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description Abstract Melanoma is an aggressive form of skin cancer known for its ability to avoid detection by the immune system and resist treatment. This study explores the role of PTPN6, a protein linked to lactate, as both an oncogene and an immune-related biomarker in melanoma. Using computational tools, we examined the expression and mutation patterns of lactate-related genes in skin cutaneous melanoma (SKCM) and identified different patient groups based on prognosis. Our results show that PTPN6 plays a key role in regulating immune responses, affecting the behavior of immune cells. This suggests that PTPN6 could be a promising target for new therapies. By combining insights from metabolism and immunology, our research lays the groundwork for personalized treatments that may improve outcomes for melanoma patients.
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spelling doaj-art-a2a37fe0bc7844aba954400d59c125f92025-08-20T04:01:34ZengSpringerDiscover Oncology2730-60112025-07-0116111210.1007/s12672-025-03038-5Exploring PTPN6 as a dual oncogenic and immunological marker in melanomaPiaopiao Bian0Shaoyan Liu1Qiuping Luo2Zewen Feng3Sanyan Li4Wei Zhang5Department of Pathology, Guangdong Provincial Key Laboratory of Major Obstetric Diseases, Guangdong Provincial Clinical Research Center for Obstetrics and Gynecology, The Third Affiliated Hospital, Guangzhou Medical UniversityDepartment of Pathology, Guangdong Provincial Key Laboratory of Major Obstetric Diseases, Guangdong Provincial Clinical Research Center for Obstetrics and Gynecology, The Third Affiliated Hospital, Guangzhou Medical UniversityDepartment of Pathology, Guangdong Provincial Key Laboratory of Major Obstetric Diseases, Guangdong Provincial Clinical Research Center for Obstetrics and Gynecology, The Third Affiliated Hospital, Guangzhou Medical UniversityDepartment of Pathology, Guangdong Provincial Key Laboratory of Major Obstetric Diseases, Guangdong Provincial Clinical Research Center for Obstetrics and Gynecology, The Third Affiliated Hospital, Guangzhou Medical UniversityDepartment of Pathology, Qianjiang Central HospitalDepartment of Pathology, Guangdong Provincial Key Laboratory of Major Obstetric Diseases, Guangdong Provincial Clinical Research Center for Obstetrics and Gynecology, The Third Affiliated Hospital, Guangzhou Medical UniversityAbstract Melanoma is an aggressive form of skin cancer known for its ability to avoid detection by the immune system and resist treatment. This study explores the role of PTPN6, a protein linked to lactate, as both an oncogene and an immune-related biomarker in melanoma. Using computational tools, we examined the expression and mutation patterns of lactate-related genes in skin cutaneous melanoma (SKCM) and identified different patient groups based on prognosis. Our results show that PTPN6 plays a key role in regulating immune responses, affecting the behavior of immune cells. This suggests that PTPN6 could be a promising target for new therapies. By combining insights from metabolism and immunology, our research lays the groundwork for personalized treatments that may improve outcomes for melanoma patients.https://doi.org/10.1007/s12672-025-03038-5MelanomaPTPN6PrognosisImmunogenicBiomarker
spellingShingle Piaopiao Bian
Shaoyan Liu
Qiuping Luo
Zewen Feng
Sanyan Li
Wei Zhang
Exploring PTPN6 as a dual oncogenic and immunological marker in melanoma
Discover Oncology
Melanoma
PTPN6
Prognosis
Immunogenic
Biomarker
title Exploring PTPN6 as a dual oncogenic and immunological marker in melanoma
title_full Exploring PTPN6 as a dual oncogenic and immunological marker in melanoma
title_fullStr Exploring PTPN6 as a dual oncogenic and immunological marker in melanoma
title_full_unstemmed Exploring PTPN6 as a dual oncogenic and immunological marker in melanoma
title_short Exploring PTPN6 as a dual oncogenic and immunological marker in melanoma
title_sort exploring ptpn6 as a dual oncogenic and immunological marker in melanoma
topic Melanoma
PTPN6
Prognosis
Immunogenic
Biomarker
url https://doi.org/10.1007/s12672-025-03038-5
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