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  • Title: Roles of Histone Acetyltransferases and Deacetylases in the Retinal Development and Diseases.
    Author: Wang J, Feng S, Zhang Q, Qin H, Xu C, Fu X, Yan L, Zhao Y, Yao K.
    Journal: Mol Neurobiol; 2023 Apr; 60(4):2330-2354. PubMed ID: 36637745.
    Abstract:
    The critical role of epigenetic modification of histones in maintaining the normal function of the nervous system has attracted increasing attention. Among these modifications, the level of histone acetylation, modulated by histone acetyltransferases (HATs) and histone deacetylases (HDACs), is essential in regulating gene expression. In recent years, the research progress on the function of HDACs in retinal development and disease has advanced remarkably, while that regarding HATs remains to be investigated. Here, we overview the roles of HATs and HDACs in regulating the development of diverse retinal cells, including retinal progenitor cells, photoreceptor cells, bipolar cells, ganglion cells, and Müller glial cells. The effects of HATs and HDACs on the progression of various retinal diseases are also discussed with the highlight of the proof-of-concept research regarding the application of available HDAC inhibitors in treating retinal diseases.
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