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Single-cell sequencing techniques from individual to multiomics analyses.

Literature Information

DOI10.1038/s12276-020-00499-2
PMID32929221
JournalExperimental & molecular medicine
Impact Factor12.9
JCR QuartileQ1
Publication Year2020
Times Cited137
Keywordssingle-cell sequencing, multiomics analysis, genomics, epigenomics, transcriptomics
Literature TypeJournal Article, Research Support, Non-U.S. Gov't, Review
ISSN1226-3613
Pages1419-1427
Issue52(9)
AuthorsYukie Kashima, Yoshitaka Sakamoto, Keiya Kaneko, Masahide Seki, Yutaka Suzuki, Ayako Suzuki

TL;DR

This review explores single-cell sequencing techniques for genomic, epigenomic, and transcriptomic profiling, highlighting their applications and the computational methods for integrating multiomics data. The findings underscore the potential of these techniques to enhance our understanding of molecular profiles at the single-cell level, particularly in relation to diseases.

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Abstract

Here, we review single-cell sequencing techniques for individual and multiomics profiling in single cells. We mainly describe single-cell genomic, epigenomic, and transcriptomic methods, and examples of their applications. For the integration of multilayered data sets, such as the transcriptome data derived from single-cell RNA sequencing and chromatin accessibility data derived from single-cell ATAC-seq, there are several computational integration methods. We also describe single-cell experimental methods for the simultaneous measurement of two or more omics layers. We can achieve a detailed understanding of the basic molecular profiles and those associated with disease in each cell by utilizing a large number of single-cell sequencing techniques and the accumulated data sets.

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Primary Questions Addressed

  1. What are the key differences between single-cell genomic, epigenomic, and transcriptomic methods in terms of their applications and limitations?
  2. How do computational integration methods enhance the understanding of multilayered data sets in single-cell sequencing?
  3. What are the potential challenges and solutions in simultaneously measuring multiple omics layers in single-cell analyses?
  4. How can single-cell sequencing techniques be applied to identify disease-associated molecular profiles at the individual cell level?
  5. What advancements in single-cell sequencing technologies are expected to improve multiomics analyses in the near future?

Key Findings

Research Background and Purpose

Single-cell sequencing technologies have advanced rapidly, allowing for detailed exploration of genomic, epigenomic, and transcriptomic heterogeneity within individual cells. This review focuses on the methodologies, applications, and computational approaches for single-cell sequencing, emphasizing the integration of multiomics data to better understand cellular diversity and disease mechanisms.

Main Methods/Materials/Experimental Design

The review details several single-cell sequencing techniques, categorized into genomic, epigenomic, and transcriptomic methods. The integration of these methods is critical for a comprehensive understanding of cellular states.

Workflow Overview

Mermaid diagram
  • Single-cell Transcriptome Sequencing: Techniques such as Smart-seq, CEL-seq, and Drop-seq are highlighted for their capabilities in analyzing RNA from individual cells. The importance of cell dissociation and reverse transcription methods for accurate transcriptomic profiling is emphasized.

  • Single-cell Genome Sequencing: Methods like multiple displacement amplification (MDA) and DOP-PCR are discussed for their role in revealing genetic heterogeneity, including somatic mutations in cancer cells.

  • Single-cell Epigenome Sequencing: Techniques such as scATAC-seq and Drop-ChIP are described for analyzing chromatin accessibility and histone modifications, providing insights into cell differentiation and lineage tracing.

Key Results and Findings

  • Single-cell RNA sequencing has illuminated the intratumoral heterogeneity in cancers, revealing distinct transcriptional responses among tumor and immune cells.
  • Genetic analysis through single-cell genome sequencing has shown the accumulation of mutations in B lymphocytes and the relationship between aging and mutation rates in neurons.
  • Epigenomic studies have uncovered variations in chromatin states that correlate with cellular responses to therapies, enhancing the understanding of drug resistance mechanisms.

Main Conclusions/Significance/Innovation

The review concludes that the integration of single-cell multiomics data is essential for a comprehensive understanding of cellular diversity and function. The advancements in sequencing technologies and computational methods enable researchers to investigate complex biological questions, particularly in the context of diseases like cancer. The ability to analyze multiple omics layers from the same cell enhances the reliability of findings and provides deeper insights into cellular behavior.

Research Limitations and Future Directions

  • The review acknowledges the challenges in integrating multiomics data due to the inherent sparsity and dimensionality of single-cell datasets.
  • Future research should focus on improving computational methods for data integration and analysis, particularly in addressing the limitations of existing integration techniques.
  • There is a need for the development of platforms that allow simultaneous multiomics profiling from single cells to better understand the interplay between different biological layers.

Summary Table of Key Techniques

MethodTypeFeatures
scRNA-seqTranscriptomicFull-length mRNA profiling
Drop-seqTranscriptomicHigh-throughput RNA sequencing
MDAGenomicWGA method for single-cell analysis
scATAC-seqEpigenomicChromatin accessibility profiling
Drop-ChIPEpigenomicHigh-throughput histone modification analysis

This structured summary encapsulates the key aspects of the review, providing insights into the methodologies and implications of single-cell sequencing in biomedical research.

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