CAMP response element-binding protein (CREB) and nuclear factorκb mediate the tamoxifen-induced up-regulation of glutamate transporter 1 (GLT-1) in rat astrocytes

Pratap Karki, Anton Webb, Keisha Smith, Kyuwon Lee, Deok Soo Son, Michael Aschner, Eunsook Lee

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Abstract

Background:Tamoxifen (TX), a selective estrogen receptor modulator, enhances glutamate transporter (GLT-1) expression in astrocytes. Results:TX up-regulated GLT-1 expression via the CREB and NF-κB pathways. Conclusion:TX enhanced GLT-1 expression at the transcriptional level. Significance:Understanding the mechanisms of TX action on GLT-1 will contribute to the development of neuroprotectants against excitotoxicity.

Original languageEnglish (US)
Pages (from-to)28975-28986
Number of pages12
JournalJournal of Biological Chemistry
Volume288
Issue number40
DOIs
StatePublished - Oct 4 2013
Externally publishedYes

ASJC Scopus subject areas

  • Biochemistry
  • Molecular Biology
  • Cell Biology

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