August 22, 2026 · Human reproduction (Oxford, England) · DOI: 10.1093/humrep/deag132

Cell cycle regulators contribute to extravillous trophoblast cell differentiation and function

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The authors investigate the role of cyclin-dependent kinase inhibitor 1C (CDKN1C) in the differentiation and function of extravillous trophoblast (EVT) cells, which are crucial for healthy placental development. They find that CDKN1C, along with cyclin-dependent kinase 7 (CDK7) and cyclin E1 (CCNE1), significantly influences the transition from trophoblast stem cells to invasive EVT cells, impacting cell proliferation, morphology, and migration. This study highlights the interconnectedness of cell cycle regulators in promoting effective placental function.

Regan L Scott, Ayelen Moreno-Irusta, Kaela M Varberg, Marija Kuna, David K Johnson, Hiroaki Okae, Takahiro Arima, Michael J Soares

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