Protease-activated receptor-2 activates NQO-1 via Nrf2 stabilization in keratinocytes

Conclusion: Collectively, PAR-2 activation enhanced nuclear Nrf2 translocation, and PAR-2-mediated Nrf2 activation was attributable to existing Nrf2 stabilization rather than de novo production. Our findings suggest that in addition to induction of inflammation, PAR-2 can play a chemopreventative role via Nrf2 stabilization in keratinocytes.

http://www.jdsjournal.com/article/S0923-1811(13)00368-X/abstract?rss=yes

Source: Journal of Dermatological Science - December 9, 2013 Category: Dermatology Authors: Ji Young Kim, Do Young Kim, Hyojung Son, Yoon Jee Kim, Sang Ho Oh Tags: Regular Articles Source Type: research