In all tissues, proteasomes are crucial for degrading modified, misfolded, and damaged proteins. The constitutive proteasome, selectively degrades ubiquitinated proteins (via the concerted actions of ubiquitinating enzymes) to small peptides (Figure 2A and [136–139]). The constitutive proteasome, a multi-subunit holoenzyme of ~2.5 MDa, is made up of two distinct sub-domains, namely, a 20S catalytic core particle and 1 or 2 19S regulatory particle(s) (Figure 2A). The 20S core particle is a barrel-shaped complex, composed of stacks of 2 β-rings (each ring made up of β1-7 subunits) in the center and 2 α-rings (each ring made up of α 1-7 subunits) on each end (Figure 2A). The α-rings (subunits) appear to have a regulatory function, allowing only unfolded substrates to enter into the 20S catalytic core. The β-ring of the 20S proteasome has 3 to 7 active sites (β-catalytic subunits) (Figure 2A) that hydrolyze peptide bonds in a chymotrypsin-like (β5 subunit), trypsin-like (β2 subunit), or caspase-like (β1 subunit) fashion (Figure 2C and [140]). The 19S regulatory particle recognizes and unfolds the ubiquitinated substrates before allowing the substrate to enter the 20S pore [141]. Functionally, the 19S particle is divided into a base and a lid. The base consists of an ATPase ring, made up of 6 AAA-ATPase subunits (Rpt1-6), and 3 non-ATPase subunits (Rpn1, 2, and 13) (Figure 2A). The ATPase subunits consume ATP to unfold the substrate and help translocate it to the pore of the 20S catalytic core. The lid, which is linked to the base by the Rpn10 subunit (Figure 2A), assists in the efficient degradation of the ubiquitinated substrates. The immunoproteasome is a proteasome variant that is normally found in immune cell compartments [142]. However, in response to inflammation, catalytic subunits (β1, β2, and β5) of the constitutive proteasome are exchanged for immunoproteasome subunits (β1i, β2i, and β5i) in most non-immune cells (Figure 2B and [142,143]).

In all tissues, proteasomes are crucial for degrading modified, misfolded, and damaged proteins. The constitutive proteasome, selectively degrades ubiquitinated proteins (via the concerted actions of ubiquitinating enzymes) to small peptides (Figure 1A and ^[1][2][3][4]). The constitutive proteasome, a multi-subunit holoenzyme of ~2.5 MDa, is made up of two distinct sub-domains, namely, a 20S catalytic core particle and 1 or 2 19S regulatory particle(s) (Figure 1A). The 20S core particle is a barrel-shaped complex, composed of stacks of 2 β-rings (each ring made up of β1-7 subunits) in the center and 2 α-rings (each ring made up of α 1-7 subunits) on each end (Figure 1A). The α-rings (subunits) appear to have a regulatory function, allowing only unfolded substrates to enter into the 20S catalytic core. The β-ring of the 20S proteasome has 3 to 7 active sites (β-catalytic subunits) (Figure 1A) that hydrolyze peptide bonds in a chymotrypsin-like (β5 subunit), trypsin-like (β2 subunit), or caspase-like (β1 subunit) fashion (Figure 1C and ^[5]). The 19S regulatory particle recognizes and unfolds the ubiquitinated substrates before allowing the substrate to enter the 20S pore ^[6]. Functionally, the 19S particle is divided into a base and a lid. The base consists of an ATPase ring, made up of 6 AAA-ATPase subunits (Rpt1-6), and 3 non-ATPase subunits (Rpn1, 2, and 13) (Figure 1A). The ATPase subunits consume ATP to unfold the substrate and help translocate it to the pore of the 20S catalytic core. The lid, which is linked to the base by the Rpn10 subunit (Figure 1A), assists in the efficient degradation of the ubiquitinated substrates. The immunoproteasome is a proteasome variant that is normally found in immune cell compartments ^[7]. However, in response to inflammation, catalytic subunits (β1, β2, and β5) of the constitutive proteasome are exchanged for immunoproteasome subunits (β1i, β2i, and β5i) in most non-immune cells (Figure 1B and ^[7][8]).

Figure 21.

Ubiquitin-proteasome system (UPS). (

A

) The constitutive proteasome (26S or 36S) is a barrel-shaped organelle that is made up of 20S catalytic core and one (26S) or two (30S) 19S particle(s). The 20S catalytic core is made up of stacks of two β rings (β1–β7) and two α rings (α1–α7). The 19S regulatory particle is made up of a lid and a base with multiple subunits. (

B

) The immunoproteasome is a proteasome variant that is normally found in immune cell compartments. However, in response to inflammation, constitutive proteasome subunits (β1, β2, and β5) are exchanged for the immunoproteasome subunits (β1i, β2i, and β5i) in most non-immune cells in the body. (

C

) Damaged or modified proteins are ubiquitinated (with the concerted action of ubiquitinating enzymes), which is then recognized by the constitutive proteasome for degradation. The constitutive proteasome selectively degrades ubiquitinated proteins to small peptides (

A

); it has 3 to 7 protease active sites (β-catalytic subunits) that hydrolyze peptide bonds in a chymotrypsin (β5 subunit)-, trypsin (β2 subunit)-, or caspase (β1 subunit)-like fashion. Following protein degradation, the peptides are released and recycled.

The proteasome maintains functional protein homeostasis, also known as proteostasis, by monitoring misfolded and damaged proteins; however, this is a challenge in the context of renal CS/Tx, especially in kidneys that have undergone prolonged CS (Figure 3). Given that prolonged CS followed by warm IRI produces ROS [37,39], and that ROS modulate the constitutive proteasome function [144–146], we can postulate that CS/Tx-mediated ROS could trigger denaturation of intracellular proteins and modulation of the constitutive proteasome function. Indeed, a recent report demonstrated that the chymotrypsin-like activity of the proteasome was compromised after renal CS/Tx [147], and that this correlated with severe renal dysfunction [80,90]. A study performed by using pharmacological inhibition of chymotrypsin-like activity of the proteasome during warm IRI showed aggravated renal damage [148]. Genetic or pharmacologic modulation of proteasome function (chymotrypsin-like) inhibition, achieved by siRNA or bortezomib treatment, respectively, in rat proximal tubular cells showed increase of ROS production [149]. At this point, the mechanisms of proteasome dysfunction during CS/Tx are not known. One of the possible mechanisms could be CS/Tx-mediated post-translational modification of the proteasome subunits because this mechanism has been described to modulate proteasome function and assembly in various experimental models [150,151].

The proteasome maintains functional protein homeostasis, also known as proteostasis, by monitoring misfolded and damaged proteins; however, this is a challenge in the context of renal CS/Tx, especially in kidneys that have undergone prolonged CS (Figure 2). Given that prolonged CS followed by warm IRI produces ROS ^[9][10], and that ROS modulate the constitutive proteasome function ^[11][12][13], we can postulate that CS/Tx-mediated ROS could trigger denaturation of intracellular proteins and modulation of the constitutive proteasome function. Indeed, a recent report demonstrated that the chymotrypsin-like activity of the proteasome was compromised after renal CS/Tx ^[14], and that this correlated with severe renal dysfunction ^[15][16]. A study performed by using pharmacological inhibition of chymotrypsin-like activity of the proteasome during warm IRI showed aggravated renal damage ^[17]. Genetic or pharmacologic modulation of proteasome function (chymotrypsin-like) inhibition, achieved by siRNA or bortezomib treatment, respectively, in rat proximal tubular cells showed increase of ROS production ^[18]. At this point, the mechanisms of proteasome dysfunction during CS/Tx are not known. One of the possible mechanisms could be CS/Tx-mediated post-translational modification of the proteasome subunits because this mechanism has been described to modulate proteasome function and assembly in various experimental models ^[19][20].

Figure 32.

The intricate relationship between the mitochondria and proteasome. Schematic summary depicting mitochondrial and proteasomal changes during cold storage (CS) and transplantation. During CS, mitochondrial respiration function, ATP level, and mitochondrial membrane potential (ΔΨm) decreases, whereas ROS and calcium levels increase leading to an increase of mitochondrial permeability transition pore (mPTP) opening. This leads to increased swelling and decreased function of mitochondria. These changes are further exacerbated and sustained following transplantation leading to mitochondrial fragmentation and bioenergetic crisis. Proteasome function remains unchanged during renal CS, whereas the chymotrypsin-like proteasome function is decreased following transplantation. This leads to alteration of mitochondrial protein homeostasis and acute tubular necrosis after transplantation and significantly decreases renal function.

It is well-accepted that CS/Tx produces inflammation and releases inflammatory cytokines [152]. Immunoproteasomes are induced and activated in response to the inflammatory cytokines, and help in processing donor-derived antigen effectively. Unlike the constitutive proteasome, the immunoproteasome is resistant to oxidative stress and can function in an ATP-independent manner [153,154]. For example, interferon-induced ROS activate the immunoproteasome [154]. There are a handful of transplant studies showing a negative correlation of immunoproteasome activity with organ function. In this context, a recent report by Li et al. indicates that pharmacological inhibition of the immunoproteasome with ONX 0914 (a reversible β5i inhibitor) reduces donor-specific antibody production in a rat model of renal CS/Tx [155]. Thus, it is worth investigating whether ONX 0914 should be included in the CS solution. This is particularly exciting because some studies indicate that ONX 0914 protects against cardiac and neuronal IRI [156,157]. However, one caveat of the Li et al. study is that the authors used a very short CS time (~35 min) that is likely not clinically relevant. Future studies with longer CS times are needed to verify whether blunting the immunoproteasome with ONX 0914 during CS confers protection after transplantation. The specific mechanisms underlying compromised proteasome function and exacerbated immunoproteasome activity during renal CS/Tx are not understood and should be addressed.

It is well-accepted that CS/Tx produces inflammation and releases inflammatory cytokines ^[21]. Immunoproteasomes are induced and activated in response to the inflammatory cytokines, and help in processing donor-derived antigen effectively. Unlike the constitutive proteasome, the immunoproteasome is resistant to oxidative stress and can function in an ATP-independent manner ^[22][23]. For example, interferon-induced ROS activate the immunoproteasome ^[23]. There are a handful of transplant studies showing a negative correlation of immunoproteasome activity with organ function. In this context, a recent report by Li et al. indicates that pharmacological inhibition of the immunoproteasome with ONX 0914 (a reversible β5i inhibitor) reduces donor-specific antibody production in a rat model of renal CS/Tx ^[24]. Thus, it is worth investigating whether ONX 0914 should be included in the CS solution. This is particularly exciting because some studies indicate that ONX 0914 protects against cardiac and neuronal IRI ^[25][26]. However, one caveat of the Li et al. study is that the authors used a very short CS time (~35 min) that is likely not clinically relevant. Future studies with longer CS times are needed to verify whether blunting the immunoproteasome with ONX 0914 during CS confers protection after transplantation. The specific mechanisms underlying compromised proteasome function and exacerbated immunoproteasome activity during renal CS/Tx are not understood and should be addressed.

Although the proteasome manages protein turnover, aberrations in the expression and function of the constitutive proteasome and immunoproteasome are implicated in the pathogenesis of several human diseases, including cancer, autoimmune disorders, and inflammatory diseases [142,143,158–161]. In the context of CS/Tx, it is clear that the initial damage occurs within the epithelial or vascular compartments within the kidneys (during cold ischemia) that eventually triggers an immune response following blood reperfusion (warm IRI) after CS/Tx. It is expected that prolonged CS followed by transplantation disrupts protein homeostasis, which overwhelms the immune response, and this could directly impact long-term graft and patient outcomes.

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Although the proteasome manages protein turnover, aberrations in the expression and function of the constitutive proteasome and immunoproteasome are implicated in the pathogenesis of several human diseases, including cancer, autoimmune disorders, and inflammatory diseases ^{[7][8][27][28][29][30]}[142,143,158–161]. In the context of CS/Tx, it is clear that the initial damage occurs within the epithelial or vascular compartments within the kidneys (during cold ischemia) that eventually triggers an immune response following blood reperfusion (warm IRI) after CS/Tx. It is expected that prolonged CS followed by transplantation disrupts protein homeostasis, which overwhelms the immune response, and this could directly impact long-term graft and patient outcomes.