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Human Breast Milk-derived Extracellular Vesicles Promote Osteoblast Activation
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  • Jae-Hee Kwon,
  • Hayeon Jang,
  • Ji-Su Kim,
  • Sang-Hoon Lee,
  • Dong-Ha Kim,
  • Young-Eun Cho,
  • Han-Saem Park,
  • Young-Eun Cho
Jae-Hee Kwon
Andong National University
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Hayeon Jang
Andong National University
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Ji-Su Kim
Andong National University
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Sang-Hoon Lee
Andong National University
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Dong-Ha Kim
Kyungpook National University School of Medicine
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Young-Eun Cho
The University of Iowa
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Han-Saem Park
Korea Human Milk Institute
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Young-Eun Cho
Andong National University

Corresponding Author:yecho@anu.ac.kr

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Abstract

Scope: Human breast milk-derived extracellular vesicles (HMEVs) are known to support health through various physiological functions such as immune regulation, cell regeneration, and inflammation suppression, as well as having potential in the treatment of diseases, however, research on bone growth is insufficient. Method and results: This study examines the effects of extracellular vesicles derived from donated human breast milk (HMEVs) on osteoblast differentiation and mineralization, aiming to uncover their potential role in osteoporosis prevention and treatment. The findings reveal that HMEVs significantly enhance osteoblast proliferation, differentiation, and mineralization, as evidenced by increased expression of bone formation markers such as osteopontin (OPN), alkaline phosphatase (ALP), and pro-collagen type I (pro-COL I). These effects are mediated via the bone morphogenetic protein 2 (BMP2) and mitogen-activated protein kinase (MAPK) signaling pathways. Conclusion: Consequently, HMEVs show promise as therapeutic agents for preventing osteoporosis by promoting bone cell differentiation and mineralization through BMP2 and MAPK signaling pathways.
09 Jan 2025Submitted to Cell Biochemistry & Function
16 Jan 2025Submission Checks Completed
16 Jan 2025Assigned to Editor
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