Cell Cycle Dynamics in the Microalga Tisochrysis lutea: Influence of Light Duration and Drugs

Our investigation into Tisochrysis lutea’s cell cycle regulation involved natural and chemical synchronization methods to maximize their proportion at the division phase (G2/M). Hence, cultures were grown under different light/dark cycles (24:0, 12:12, and 8:16 h) to assess the impact of extended dark periods on cell division. Flow cytometry analyses of the cell cycle revealed that extending the dark phase resulted in a higher number of cells entering G2/M. However, this remained a minority within the overall culture (peaking at 19.36% ± 0.17 under an 8:16 h L/D cycle). To further enhance synchronization, chemical agents (nocodazole, hydroxyurea, and aphidicolin) were tested for their efficacy in blocking specific cell cycle stages. Only aphidicolin successfully induced significant G2/M accumulation (>90%). The commitment point for cell division was examined by exposing cultures to varying light durations (0 to 8 h) and measuring cell concentration and size distribution every 4 h. Our findings identified a critical minimum cell size (“sizer”) of approximately 56.2 ± 0.6 µm3 and a required minimal light exposure (“timer”) of 4 h to reliably trigger cell division. These findings highlight key conditions needed for optimal division of Tisochrysis lutea, offering more controlled and efficient cultivation strategies for future biotechnological applications.

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synchronization, photoperiod, nocodazole, aphidicolin, hydroxyurea, sizer, timer, commitment point

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Pageault Laura, Charrier Aurelie, Saint-Jean Bruno, Bougaran Gael, Mairet Francis, Stachowski-Haberkorn Sabine (2024). Cell Cycle Dynamics in the Microalga Tisochrysis lutea: Influence of Light Duration and Drugs. Cells. 13 (22). 1925 (18p.). https://doi.org/10.3390/cells13221925, https://archimer.ifremer.fr/doc/00923/103491/

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