The Hsp27-Mediated IkBα-NFκB Signaling Axis Promotes Radiation-Induced Lung Fibrosis

Abstract

Collectively, IkBα-NFkB signaling activation by Hsp27, which resulted in the facilitation of Twist, IL1β, and IL6 expression, is involved in the EMT process that is tightly connected to the development of IR-induced lung fibrosis. Our findings also suggest that inhibition of Hsp27 has the potential to become a valuable therapeutic strategy for IR-induced lung fibrosis.