The main risk factor for Osteoarthritis (OA) is ageing. An emerging concept for age-related diseases is that senescent cells accumulate with time and release SASP (senescence-associated secretory profile) products, which alter tissue functions. Accumulation of senescent cells during lifespan is believed to contribute to progressive tissue loss of functions. Specific elimination of these cells could prevent some age-associated diseases.
Project Lead
D NoëlWe propose a multifaceted approach combining innovative biomedical senescence models, ageing animal studies, human sample analyses and screening for senescence-targeting compounds for clinical application to (i) decipher the role of ageing-associated senescence mechanisms in the appearance of OA and (ii) develop innovative treatments for OA patients. If successful, the project could lead to a first- in-man clinical trial.
2021
2021
We have discussed the proposal with a patient group in Paris, they thought the idea novel and worthwhile. We gained their input to the lay summary. We will have two patient representatives to support the writing of our patient information sheets and to help communicate the findings of the project. They will participate to the scientific advisory board. There are no obvious risks of the project to the patients. Technical risk is minimal as the assays involved are already carried out in our laboratories.