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Lee ZY, Lee WH, Lim JS, Ali AAA, Loo JSE, Wibowo A, Mohammat MF, Foo JB. Golgi apparatus targeted therapy in cancer: Are we there yet? Life Sci 2024; 352:122868. [PMID: 38936604 DOI: 10.1016/j.lfs.2024.122868] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/24/2024] [Revised: 06/14/2024] [Accepted: 06/20/2024] [Indexed: 06/29/2024]
Abstract
Membrane trafficking within the Golgi apparatus plays a pivotal role in the intracellular transportation of lipids and proteins. Dysregulation of this process can give rise to various pathological manifestations, including cancer. Exploiting Golgi defects, cancer cells capitalise on aberrant membrane trafficking to facilitate signal transduction, proliferation, invasion, immune modulation, angiogenesis, and metastasis. Despite the identification of several molecular signalling pathways associated with Golgi abnormalities, there remains a lack of approved drugs specifically targeting cancer cells through the manipulation of the Golgi apparatus. In the initial section of this comprehensive review, the focus is directed towards delineating the abnormal Golgi genes and proteins implicated in carcinogenesis. Subsequently, a thorough examination is conducted on the impact of these variations on Golgi function, encompassing aspects such as vesicular trafficking, glycosylation, autophagy, oxidative mechanisms, and pH alterations. Lastly, the review provides a current update on promising Golgi apparatus-targeted inhibitors undergoing preclinical and/or clinical trials, offering insights into their potential as therapeutic interventions. Significantly more effort is required to advance these potential inhibitors to benefit patients in clinical settings.
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- Zheng Yang Lee
- School of Pharmacy, Faculty of Health and Medical Sciences, Taylor's University, 47500 Subang Jaya, Selangor, Malaysia
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- School of Pharmacy, Faculty of Health and Medical Sciences, Taylor's University, 47500 Subang Jaya, Selangor, Malaysia
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- School of Pharmacy, Faculty of Health and Medical Sciences, Taylor's University, 47500 Subang Jaya, Selangor, Malaysia
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- School of Pharmacy, Faculty of Health and Medical Sciences, Taylor's University, 47500 Subang Jaya, Selangor, Malaysia
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- School of Pharmacy, Faculty of Health and Medical Sciences, Taylor's University, 47500 Subang Jaya, Selangor, Malaysia; Digital Health and Medical Advancements Impact Lab, Taylor's University, Subang Jaya 47500, Selangor, Malaysia
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- Faculty of Applied Science, Universiti Teknologi MARA (UiTM) Pahang, Jengka Campus, 26400 Bandar Tun Abdul Razak Jengka, Pahang, Malaysia
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- Organic Synthesis Laboratory, Institute of Science, Universiti Teknologi MARA (UiTM), 40450 Shah Alam, Selangor, Malaysia
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- School of Pharmacy, Faculty of Health and Medical Sciences, Taylor's University, 47500 Subang Jaya, Selangor, Malaysia; Digital Health and Medical Advancements Impact Lab, Taylor's University, Subang Jaya 47500, Selangor, Malaysia
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Zhang S, Zhang X, Ren Y, Huang L, Xu W, Wang H, Lu Q. Regorafenib Enhances the Efficacy of Photodynamic Therapy in Hepatocellular carcinoma through MAPK Signaling Pathway Suppression. Photodiagnosis Photodyn Ther 2024:104319. [PMID: 39181490 DOI: 10.1016/j.pdpdt.2024.104319] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/22/2024] [Revised: 08/10/2024] [Accepted: 08/21/2024] [Indexed: 08/27/2024]
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Photodynamic therapy (PDT) is a promising and innovative approach for treating tumors. The synergistic effect of PDT and chemotherapy can enhance the anti-tumor efficacy by leveraging their complementing benefits. In this study, we created lipid vesicles to deliver a photosensitizer (chlorin e6, Ce6) and Regorafenib into tumors for the purpose of examining the effectiveness and mechanism of Lipo-Ce6@Rego-PDT (LCR-P) on Hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC) both in vitro and in vivo. We found that the cytotoxicity on HCC caused by LCR-P was significantly stronger than that caused by Lipo-Ce6-PDT (LC-P). Cellular ROS production in the LCR-P group was approximately higher than that in the LC-P group, and Regorafenib significantly inhibited the phosphorylation of JNK, ERK, and P38 of Lipo-Ce6-PDT group in vitro and in vivo. Furthermore, Regorafenib significantly downregulated the expression of Bcl-2 and upregulated the expression of Bax and cleaved caspase-3 of LC-P group in vitro and in vivo. Compared with LC-P, LCR-P significantly increased cell apoptosis rate. The body weight and HE staining of normal organs primarily indicated the safety of this combined strategy. These results indicate that the combination of Regorafenib and Lipo-Ce6 can significantly enhance the anti-tumor efficiency of PDT for HCC and exhibits good biosafety.
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- Song Zhang
- Postdoctoral Research Station, General Hospital of Central Theater Command, Wuhan, 430070, Hubei, China; Department of Gastroenterology, General Hospital of Central Theater Command, Wuhan, 430070, Hubei, China; School of Medicine, Wuhan University of Science and Technology, Wuhan, 430065, Hubei, China
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- Department of Gastroenterology, General Hospital of Central Theater Command, Wuhan, 430070, Hubei, China; School of Medicine, Wuhan University of Science and Technology, Wuhan, 430065, Hubei, China
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- Department of Gastroenterology, General Hospital of Central Theater Command, Wuhan, 430070, Hubei, China; School of Medicine, Wuhan University of Science and Technology, Wuhan, 430065, Hubei, China
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- Department of Gastroenterology, General Hospital of Central Theater Command, Wuhan, 430070, Hubei, China; School of Medicine, Wuhan University of Science and Technology, Wuhan, 430065, Hubei, China
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- Department of Gastroenterology, General Hospital of Central Theater Command, Wuhan, 430070, Hubei, China; School of Medicine, Wuhan University of Science and Technology, Wuhan, 430065, Hubei, China
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- Wuhan Institute of Biomedical Sciences, School of Medicine, Jianghan University, Wuhan 430056, China; Cancer Institute, School of Medicine, Jianghan University, Wuhan, China.
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- Postdoctoral Research Station, General Hospital of Central Theater Command, Wuhan, 430070, Hubei, China.
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He N, Zhang J, Liu M, Yin L. Elucidating the mechanism of plasticizers inducing breast cancer through network toxicology and molecular docking analysis. ECOTOXICOLOGY AND ENVIRONMENTAL SAFETY 2024; 284:116866. [PMID: 39178760 DOI: 10.1016/j.ecoenv.2024.116866] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/06/2024] [Revised: 07/30/2024] [Accepted: 08/09/2024] [Indexed: 08/26/2024]
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OBJECTIVE The objective of this study was to elucidate the molecular mechanisms underlying the potential contribution of commonly utilized plasticizers, including Diethyl phthalate (DEP), Dimethyl phthalate (DMP), and Dioctyl phthalate (DOP), to the pathogenesis of breast cancer. This study aimed to highlight the complex interactions between these environmental chemicals and key molecular pathways implicated in tumorigenesis. METHODS We employed network toxicology and molecular docking techniques to analyze the interactions between plasticizers and key proteins implicated in breast cancer. Utilizing databases such as the TCGA, we performed an expression analysis of selected key genes in breast cancer tissue compared to normal controls. Enrichment analysis was conducted to identify the biological pathways associated with these genes. RESULTS Enrichment analysis highlighted the association of these plasticizer-targeted genes with pathways integral to adenocarcinoma development, suggesting a broad impact of plasticizers on hormone-dependent and other forms of cancers. Subsequent expression analysis using data from the TCGA breast cancer database indicated significant upregulation or downregulation of these genes in breast cancer tissues compared to normal controls, confirming their pivotal roles in tumor biology. Furthermore, the molecular docking analysis revealed that plasticizers, including DEP, DMP, and DOP, exhibit specific binding interactions with key proteins such as MAPK1, AKT1, SRC, ESR1, and ALB, which are crucial in the regulation of breast cancer pathogenesis. CONCLUSION The study provides evidence that exposure to plasticizers may influence breast cancer pathogenesis through interactions with critical proteins and signaling pathways. By employing network pharmacology, protein interactions, and molecular docking, our findings highlight the potential risks posed by plasticizers. These results underscore the need for further epidemiological and clinical research to fully understand the implications of plasticizer exposure on breast cancer risk, thus informing future preventive and therapeutic strategies.
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- Na He
- NHC Key Laboratory of Control of Tropical Diseases, School of Tropical Medicine, Hainan Medical University, Haikou, Hainan 571199, China
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- NHC Key Laboratory of Control of Tropical Diseases, School of Tropical Medicine, Hainan Medical University, Haikou, Hainan 571199, China
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- School of stomatology, Hainan Medical university, Haikou, Hainan 571199, China
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- NHC Key Laboratory of Control of Tropical Diseases, School of Tropical Medicine, Hainan Medical University, Haikou, Hainan 571199, China.
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Zhang S, Li D, Fan M, Yuan J, Xie C, Yuan H, Xie H, Gao H. Mechanism of Reactive Oxygen Species-Guided Immune Responses in Gouty Arthritis and Potential Therapeutic Targets. Biomolecules 2024; 14:978. [PMID: 39199366 DOI: 10.3390/biom14080978] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/04/2024] [Revised: 08/02/2024] [Accepted: 08/06/2024] [Indexed: 09/01/2024] Open
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Gouty arthritis (GA) is an inflammatory disease caused by monosodium urate (MSU) crystals deposited in the joint tissues causing severe pain. The disease can recur frequently and tends to form tophus in the joints. Current therapeutic drugs for the acute phase of GA have many side effects and limitations, are unable to prevent recurrent GA attacks and tophus formation, and overall efficacy is unsatisfactory. Therefore, we need to advance research on the microscopic mechanism of GA and seek safer and more effective drugs through relevant targets to block the GA disease process. Current research shows that the pathogenesis of GA is closely related to NLRP3 inflammation, oxidative stress, MAPK, NET, autophagy, and Ferroptosis. However, after synthesizing and sorting out the above mechanisms, it is found that the presence of ROS is throughout almost the entire spectrum of micro-mechanisms of the gout disease process, which combines multiple immune responses to form a large network diagram of complex and tight connections involved in the GA disease process. Current studies have shown that inflammation, oxidative stress, cell necrosis, and pathological signs of GA in GA joint tissues can be effectively suppressed by modulating ROS network-related targets. In this article, on the one hand, we investigated the generative mechanism of ROS network generation and its association with GA. On the other hand, we explored the potential of related targets for the treatment of gout and the prevention of tophus formation, which can provide effective reference ideas for the development of highly effective drugs for the treatment of GA.
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- Sai Zhang
- Hospital of Chengdu University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Chengdu 610075, China
- TCM Regulating Metabolic Diseases Key Laboratory of Sichuan Province, Chengdu 610072, China
- Department of Endocrinology, Hospital of Chengdu University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Chengdu 610032, China
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- Hospital of Chengdu University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Chengdu 610075, China
- TCM Regulating Metabolic Diseases Key Laboratory of Sichuan Province, Chengdu 610072, China
- Department of Endocrinology, Hospital of Chengdu University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Chengdu 610032, China
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- Hospital of Chengdu University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Chengdu 610075, China
- TCM Regulating Metabolic Diseases Key Laboratory of Sichuan Province, Chengdu 610072, China
- Department of Endocrinology, Hospital of Chengdu University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Chengdu 610032, China
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- Hospital of Chengdu University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Chengdu 610075, China
- TCM Regulating Metabolic Diseases Key Laboratory of Sichuan Province, Chengdu 610072, China
- Department of Endocrinology, Hospital of Chengdu University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Chengdu 610032, China
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- Hospital of Chengdu University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Chengdu 610075, China
- TCM Regulating Metabolic Diseases Key Laboratory of Sichuan Province, Chengdu 610072, China
- Department of Endocrinology, Hospital of Chengdu University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Chengdu 610032, China
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- Hospital of Chengdu University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Chengdu 610075, China
- TCM Regulating Metabolic Diseases Key Laboratory of Sichuan Province, Chengdu 610072, China
- Department of Endocrinology, Hospital of Chengdu University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Chengdu 610032, China
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- Hospital of Chengdu University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Chengdu 610075, China
- TCM Regulating Metabolic Diseases Key Laboratory of Sichuan Province, Chengdu 610072, China
- Department of Endocrinology, Hospital of Chengdu University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Chengdu 610032, China
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- Hospital of Chengdu University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Chengdu 610075, China
- TCM Regulating Metabolic Diseases Key Laboratory of Sichuan Province, Chengdu 610072, China
- Department of Endocrinology, Hospital of Chengdu University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Chengdu 610032, China
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Phull AR, Arain SQ, Majid A, Fatima H, Ahmed M, Kim SJ. Oxidative stress-mediated epigenetic remodeling, metastatic progression and cell signaling in cancer. ONCOLOGIE 2024; 26:493-507. [DOI: 10.1515/oncologie-2024-0157] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 08/16/2024]
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Cancer is a serious public health issue and cases are rising at a high rate around the world. Altered production of reactive oxygen species (ROS) causes oxidative stress (OS) which plays a vital role in cancer development by disrupting signaling pathways and genomic integrity in the cellular microenvironment. In this study, we reviewed the regulation of noncoding RNAs, histone modifications, and DNA methylation which OS is involved in. These mechanisms promote cancer growth, metastasis, and resistance to chemotherapeutic agents. There is significant potential to improve patient outcomes through the development of customized medications and interventions that precisely address the role of OS in the onset and progression of cancer. Redox-modulating drugs, antioxidant-based therapies, and measures to restore regular cellular activity and OS-modulated signaling pathways are some examples of these strategies. One other hypothesis rationalizes the cancer-suppressing effect of OS, which acts as a two-edged condition that warns against the use of antioxidants for cancer treatment and management. The present study was executed to review the impact of OS on epigenetic machinery, the evolution of metastatic cancer, and how OS mediates cellular signaling. Along with, insights into the potential of targeting OS-mediated mechanisms for cancer therapy.
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- Abdul-Rehman Phull
- Department of Biochemistry , 66858 Shah Abdul Latif University , Khairpur , Sindh , Pakistan
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- Department of Biochemistry , 66858 Shah Abdul Latif University , Khairpur , Sindh , Pakistan
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- Department of Biochemistry , 66858 Shah Abdul Latif University , Khairpur , Sindh , Pakistan
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- Department of Pharmacy , Quaid-i-Azam University , Islamabad , Pakistan
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- Shifa College of Pharmaceutical Sciences , Shifa Tameer-e-Millat University , Islamabad , Pakistan
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- Department of Biological Sciences, College of Natural Sciences , Kongju National University , Gongju , South Korea
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El-Agrody E, Abol-Enein H, Mortada WI, Awadalla A, Tarabay HH, Elkhawaga OA. Does the Presence of Heavy Metals Influence the Gene Expression and Oxidative Stress in Bladder Cancer? Biol Trace Elem Res 2024; 202:3475-3482. [PMID: 38072891 PMCID: PMC11144142 DOI: 10.1007/s12011-023-03950-3] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/06/2023] [Accepted: 11/01/2023] [Indexed: 06/02/2024]
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Heavy metal toxicity is associated with cancer progression. Studies have reported the relation between some metal ions and bladder cancer (BC). Direct influence of such agents in bladder carcinogenesis is still needed. Total 49 BC patients were included in the study. Level of Pb, Cr, Hg and Cd, oxidative stress markers, and gene expression of Bcl-2, Bax, IL-6, AKT, and P38 genes were detected in cancer and non-cancerous tissues obtained from bladder cancer patients. Concentrations of Pb, Cr, and Cd were significantly elevated in cancer tissues than normal, while Hg level was significantly increased in normal tissue than cancer. MDA level was significantly higher and SOD activity was lower in the cancer tissues compared to non-cancerous. The expressions of Bcl-2, IL-6, AKT, and P38 were significantly increased in the cancer tissues than in normal tissues while Bax level was significantly increased in non-cancerous tissue than in cancer tissue. In cancer tissue, there were significant correlations between Cr level with expression of Bax, AKT, and P38 while Cd level was significantly correlate with Bax, IL-6, AKT, and P38expression. The correlation between Cr and Cd with the expression of Bax, IL-6, AKT, and P38 may indicate a carcinogenic role of these metals on progression of bladder cancer.
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- Eslam El-Agrody
- Department of Chemistry, Faculty of Science, Mansoura University, Biochemistry Division, Mansoura, Egypt
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- Center of Excellence for Genome and Cancer Research, Urology and Nephrology Center, Mansoura University, Mansoura, 35516, Egypt
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- Clinical Chemistry Laboratory, Urology and Nephrology Center, Mansoura University, Mansoura, 35516, Egypt
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- Center of Excellence for Genome and Cancer Research, Urology and Nephrology Center, Mansoura University, Mansoura, 35516, Egypt.
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- Department of Chemistry, Faculty of Science, Mansoura University, Biochemistry Division, Mansoura, Egypt
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- Department of Chemistry, Faculty of Science, Mansoura University, Biochemistry Division, Mansoura, Egypt
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Xia M, Ding J, Wu S, Yan Z, Wang L, Dong M, Niu W. Milk-derived small extracellular vesicles inhibit the MAPK signaling pathway through CD36 in chronic apical periodontitis. Int J Biol Macromol 2024; 274:133422. [PMID: 38925187 DOI: 10.1016/j.ijbiomac.2024.133422] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/06/2024] [Revised: 06/16/2024] [Accepted: 06/24/2024] [Indexed: 06/28/2024]
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BACKGROUND Small extracellular vesicles derived from milk (Milk-sEVs) have the advantages of easy availability, low cost, low toxicity, and inhibition of inflammation. CD36 mediates inflammation stress in a variety of disease states. The purpose of this study was to investigate the role of Milk-sEVs in inhibiting fibroblast inflammation through CD36 and provide reference data for the treatment of chronic apical periodontitis. RESULTS The addition of Milk-sEVs resulted in decreased expression of inflammation-related factors in L929 cells, and transcriptome sequencing screened for the DEG CD36 in the Milk-sEV treatment group under inflammation. The mouse model of apical periodontitis was successfully established, and CD36 expression increased with the development of inflammation. Transfection of si-CD36 into L929 cells reduced inflammation by inhibiting activation of the MAPK signaling pathway. CONCLUSIONS CD36 expression increased with the development of apical periodontitis. In the setting of LPS-mediated inflammation, Milk-sEVs inhibited activation of the MAPK signaling pathway by decreasing the expression of CD36 in L929 cells and thereby reducing inflammation.
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- Meng Xia
- School of Stomatology, Dalian Medical University, Liaoning 116044, China
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- School of Stomatology, Dalian Medical University, Liaoning 116044, China
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- School of Stomatology, Dalian Medical University, Liaoning 116044, China.
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- School of Stomatology, Dalian Medical University, Liaoning 116044, China
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- School of Stomatology, Dalian Medical University, Liaoning 116044, China.
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- School of Stomatology, Dalian Medical University, Liaoning 116044, China.
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- School of Stomatology, Dalian Medical University, Liaoning 116044, China.
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Nawaz AH, Setthaya P, Feng C. Exploring Evolutionary Adaptations and Genomic Advancements to Improve Heat Tolerance in Chickens. Animals (Basel) 2024; 14:2215. [PMID: 39123741 PMCID: PMC11311085 DOI: 10.3390/ani14152215] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/31/2024] [Revised: 07/24/2024] [Accepted: 07/29/2024] [Indexed: 08/12/2024] Open
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Climate change poses a significant threat to the poultry industry, especially in hot climates that adversely affect chicken growth, development, and productivity through heat stress. This literature review evaluates the evolutionary background of chickens with the specific genetic characteristics that can help chickens to cope with hot conditions. Both natural selection and human interventions have influenced the genetic characteristics of the breeds used in the current poultry production system. The domestication of chickens from the Red junglefowl (Gallus gallus) has resulted in the development of various breeds with distinct genetic differences. Over the past few years, deliberate breeding for desirable traits (such as meat production and egg quality) in chickens has resulted in the emergence of various economically valuable breeds. However, this selective breeding has also caused a decrease in the genetic diversity of chickens, making them more susceptible to environmental stressors like heat stress. Consequently, the chicken breeds currently in use may possess a limited ability to adapt to challenging conditions, such as extreme heat. This review focuses on evaluating potential genes and pathways responsible for heat tolerance, including heat shock response, antioxidant defense systems, immune function, and cellular homeostasis. This article will also discuss the physiological and behavioral responses of chicken varieties that exhibit genetic resistance to heat, such as the naked neck and dwarf traits in different indigenous chickens. This article intends to review the current genomic findings related to heat tolerance in chickens that used methods such as the genome-wide association study (GWAS) and quantitative trait loci (QTL) mapping, offering valuable insights for the sustainability of poultry in the face of global warming.
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- Ali Hassan Nawaz
- College of Animal Science and Technology, Nanjing Agricultural University, Nanjing 210095, China;
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- Multidisciplinary Research Institute, Chiang Mai University, Chiang Mai 50200, Thailand;
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- College of Animal Science and Technology, Nanjing Agricultural University, Nanjing 210095, China;
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Yang W, Zhou X, Li Q, Yin M, Wang N. The effect of overexpression of CyPA on gene expression in human umbilical vein endothelial cells. Medicine (Baltimore) 2024; 103:e38886. [PMID: 39029007 DOI: 10.1097/md.0000000000038886] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 07/21/2024] Open
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The aim of this study is to screen the differentially expressed genes and genes with alternative splicing in PPIA overexpressing cells by transcriptome sequencing. Transcriptome sequencing was performed to identify differentially expressed genes and genes with altered alternative splicing in PPIA overexpressing cells and results were validated by real-time quantitative polymerase chain reaction. The biological function and pathways of those genes were further explored through Gene Ontology (GO) and Kyoto Encyclopedia of Genes and Genomes analyses. A total of 157 significantly upregulated genes and 171 significantly downregulated genes were identified in PPIA overexpressing cells, and the splicing pattern of LHPP, APH1A, BRD1, and ORAI3 was found to be altered. GO analyses showed that the most enriched GO terms of the 157 upregulated genes included extracellular region, protein binding, and metal ion, and the most enriched GO terms of the 171 downregulated genes included binding neuron projection, protein binding, and endoplasmic reticulum unfolded protein response. Kyoto Encyclopedia of Genes and Genomes analyses showed that the 157 upregulated genes were mainly enriched in gastric acid secretion, Mitogen-activated protein kinase signaling pathway, etc, and the 171 downregulated genes were mainly enriched in transcriptional misregulation in cancer, Tumor necrosis factor signaling pathway, etc. The overexpression of PPIA in human umbilical vein endothelial cells causes changes in the expression of downstream genes and induces alternative splicing in multiple genes. PPIA alters the expression or the alternative splicing pattern of downstream genes, leading to pathogenesis of vascular endothelial injury by high glucose mediated through CyPA.
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- Wenwen Yang
- The First Department of General Internal Medicine, the First Affiliated Hospital of Xinjiang Medical University, Urumqi, China
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- The Coronary Heart Disease Care Unit, CCU, The First Affiliated Hospital of Xinjiang Medical University, Urumqi, China
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- The First Department of General Internal Medicine, the First Affiliated Hospital of Xinjiang Medical University, Urumqi, China
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- The First Department of General Internal Medicine, the First Affiliated Hospital of Xinjiang Medical University, Urumqi, China
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- The First Department of General Internal Medicine, the First Affiliated Hospital of Xinjiang Medical University, Urumqi, China
- State Key Laboratory of Pathogenesis, Prevention and Treatment of High Incidence Diseases in Central Asia
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Ma C, Li H, Lu S, Li X. Thyroid-associated ophthalmopathy: the role of oxidative stress. Front Endocrinol (Lausanne) 2024; 15:1400869. [PMID: 39055057 PMCID: PMC11269105 DOI: 10.3389/fendo.2024.1400869] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/14/2024] [Accepted: 06/28/2024] [Indexed: 07/27/2024] Open
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Thyroid-associated ophthalmopathy (TAO) is an autoimmune condition affecting the eyes, characterized by proptosis, extraocular muscle involvement, and in severe cases, vision impairment including diplopia, optic neuropathy, and potential blindness. The exact etiology of TAO remains elusive; however, increased oxidative stress and decreased antioxidant capacity are pivotal in its pathogenesis. Elevated oxidative stress not only directly damages orbital tissues but also influences thyroid function and autoimmune responses, exacerbating tissue destruction. This review explores the role of oxidative stress in TAO, elucidates its mechanisms, and evaluates the efficacy and limitations of antioxidant therapies in managing TAO. The findings aim to enhance understanding of oxidative stress mechanisms in TAO and propose potential antioxidant strategies for future therapeutic development.
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- Chao Ma
- Department of Ophthalmology, The First Affiliated Hospital of Zhengzhou University, Zhengzhou, Henan, China
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- Department of Ophthalmology, The Second Xiangya Hospital, Central South University, Changsha, Hunan, China
- Hunan Clinical Research Centre of Ophthalmic Disease, Changsha, Hunan, China
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- Department of Ophthalmology, The First Affiliated Hospital of Henan University of Chinese Medicine, Zhengzhou, Henan, China
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- Manchester Royal Eye Hospital, Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust, Manchester, United Kingdom
- Division of Pharmacy and Optometry, School of Health Sciences, Faculty of Biology, Medicine and Health, The University of Manchester, Manchester, United Kingdom
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Malamos P, Papanikolaou C, Gavriatopoulou M, Dimopoulos MA, Terpos E, Souliotis VL. The Interplay between the DNA Damage Response (DDR) Network and the Mitogen-Activated Protein Kinase (MAPK) Signaling Pathway in Multiple Myeloma. Int J Mol Sci 2024; 25:6991. [PMID: 39000097 PMCID: PMC11241508 DOI: 10.3390/ijms25136991] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/11/2024] [Revised: 06/18/2024] [Accepted: 06/24/2024] [Indexed: 07/16/2024] Open
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The DNA damage response (DDR) network and the mitogen-activated protein kinase (MAPK) signaling pathway are crucial mechanisms for the survival of all living beings. An accumulating body of evidence suggests that there is crosstalk between these two systems, thus favoring the appropriate functioning of multi-cellular organisms. On the other hand, aberrations within these mechanisms are thought to play a vital role in the onset and progression of several diseases, including cancer, as well as in the emergence of drug resistance. Here, we provide an overview of the current knowledge regarding alterations in the DDR machinery and the MAPK signaling pathway as well as abnormalities in the DDR/MAPK functional crosstalk in multiple myeloma, the second most common hematologic malignancy. We also present the latest advances in the development of anti-myeloma drugs targeting crucial DDR- and MAPK-associated molecular components. These data could potentially be exploited to discover new therapeutic targets and effective biomarkers as well as for the design of novel clinical trials. Interestingly, they might provide a new approach to increase the efficacy of anti-myeloma therapy by combining drugs targeting the DDR network and the MAPK signaling pathway.
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- Panagiotis Malamos
- Institute of Chemical Biology, National Hellenic Research Foundation, 116 35 Athens, Greece; (P.M.); (C.P.)
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- Institute of Chemical Biology, National Hellenic Research Foundation, 116 35 Athens, Greece; (P.M.); (C.P.)
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- Department of Clinical Therapeutics, School of Medicine, National and Kapodistrian University of Athens, 115 28 Athens, Greece; (M.G.); (M.A.D.); (E.T.)
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- Department of Clinical Therapeutics, School of Medicine, National and Kapodistrian University of Athens, 115 28 Athens, Greece; (M.G.); (M.A.D.); (E.T.)
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- Department of Clinical Therapeutics, School of Medicine, National and Kapodistrian University of Athens, 115 28 Athens, Greece; (M.G.); (M.A.D.); (E.T.)
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- Institute of Chemical Biology, National Hellenic Research Foundation, 116 35 Athens, Greece; (P.M.); (C.P.)
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Zhang H, Li Y, Liu Y. An updated review of the pharmacological effects and potential mechanisms of hederagenin and its derivatives. Front Pharmacol 2024; 15:1374264. [PMID: 38962311 PMCID: PMC11220241 DOI: 10.3389/fphar.2024.1374264] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/21/2024] [Accepted: 05/23/2024] [Indexed: 07/05/2024] Open
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Hederagenin (HG) is a natural pentacyclic triterpenoid that can be isolated from various medicinal herbs. By modifying the structure of HG, multiple derivatives with superior biological activities and safety profiles have been designed and synthesized. Accumulating evidence has demonstrated that HG and its derivatives display multiple pharmacological activities against cancers, inflammatory diseases, infectious diseases, metabolic diseases, fibrotic diseases, cerebrovascular and neurodegenerative diseases, and depression. Previous studies have confirmed that HG and its derivatives combat cancer by exerting cytotoxicity, inhibiting proliferation, inducing apoptosis, modulating autophagy, and reversing chemotherapy resistance in cancer cells, and the action targets involved mainly include STAT3, Aurora B, KIF7, PI3K/AKT, NF-κB, Nrf2/ARE, Drp1, and P-gp. In addition, HG and its derivatives antagonize inflammation through inhibiting the production and release of pro-inflammatory cytokines and inflammatory mediators by regulating inflammation-related pathways and targets, such as NF-κB, MAPK, JAK2/STAT3, Keap1-Nrf2/HO-1, and LncRNA A33/Axin2/β-catenin. Moreover, anti-pathogen, anti-metabolic disorder, anti-fibrosis, neuroprotection, and anti-depression mechanisms of HG and its derivatives have been partially elucidated. The diverse pharmacological properties of HG and its derivatives hold significant implications for future research and development of new drugs derived from HG, which can lead to improved effectiveness and safety profiles.
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- Huize Zhang
- School of Basic Medicine, Chengdu University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Chengdu, China
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- College of Pharmacy, Chengdu University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Chengdu, China
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- School of Basic Medicine, Chengdu University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Chengdu, China
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Li LG, Peng XC, Yang ZY, Han N, Gou CL, Shi J, Yu LL, Chen NN, Yu TT, Li TF, Li XY, Hu J. Dihydroartemisinin-driven selective anti-lung cancer proliferation by binding to EGFR and inhibition of NRAS signaling pathway-induced DNA damage. Sci Rep 2024; 14:11704. [PMID: 38778121 PMCID: PMC11111767 DOI: 10.1038/s41598-024-62126-8] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/23/2023] [Accepted: 05/14/2024] [Indexed: 05/25/2024] Open
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Chemotherapeutic agents can inhibit the proliferation of malignant cells due to their cytotoxicity, which is limited by collateral damage. Dihydroartemisinin (DHA), has a selective anti-cancer effect, whose target and mechanism remain uncovered. The present work aims to examine the selective inhibitory effect of DHA as well as the mechanisms involved. The findings revealed that the Lewis cell line (LLC) and A549 cell line (A549) had an extremely rapid proliferation rate compared with the 16HBE cell line (16HBE). LLC and A549 showed an increased expression of NRAS compared with 16HBE. Interestingly, DHA was found to inhibit the proliferation and facilitate the apoptosis of LLC and A549 with significant anti-cancer efficacy and down-regulation of NRAS. Results from molecular docking and cellular thermal shift assay revealed that DHA could bind to epidermal growth factor receptor (EGFR) molecules, attenuating the EGF binding and thus driving the suppressive effect. LLC and A549 also exhibited obvious DNA damage in response to DHA. Further results demonstrated that over-expression of NRAS abated DHA-induced blockage of NRAS. Moreover, not only the DNA damage was impaired, but the proliferation of lung cancer cells was also revitalized while NRAS was over-expression. Taken together, DHA could induce selective anti-lung cancer efficacy through binding to EGFR and thereby abolishing the NRAS signaling pathway, thus leading to DNA damage, which provides a novel theoretical basis for phytomedicine molecular therapy of malignant tumors.
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Grants
- YC2022027, YC2023009 Innovative Research Program for Graduates of Hubei University of Medicine
- YC2022027, YC2023009 Innovative Research Program for Graduates of Hubei University of Medicine
- 202213249001, 202210929001, S202210929004, S202210929007, S202210929010 National Training Program of Innovation and Entrepreneurship for Undergraduates
- Q20222107, B2022128 Natural Science Foundation of Hubei Provincial Department of Education
- Q20222107, B2022128 Natural Science Foundation of Hubei Provincial Department of Education
- 2021-2025, 2023XKQT2 Advantages Discipline Group (Medicine) Project in Higher Education of Hubei Province
- 2023AFB837, 2022CFB994 Natural Science Foundation of Hubei Province
- 2020QDJZR002, 2021QDJZR015, 2019QDJZR02, 2021QDJZR007, 2020QDJZR020 Cultivating Project for Young Scholar at Hubei University of Medicine
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- Liu-Gen Li
- Shiyan Key Laboratory of Natural Medicine Nanoformulation ResearchHubei Key Laboratory of Embryonic Stem Cell Research, School of Basic Medical Sciences, Hubei University of Medicine, Renmin road No. 30, Shiyan, 442000, Hubei, People's Republic of China
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- Department of Pathology, Shenzhen Pingle Orthopedic Hospital (Shenzhen Pingshan Traditional Chinese Medicine Hospital), Shenzhen, 518118, Guangzhou Province, People's Republic of China
- Department of Pathology, Sinopharm DongFeng General Hospital, Hubei University of Medicine, Renmin road No. 30, Shiyan, 442000, Hubei, People's Republic of China
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- Shiyan Key Laboratory of Natural Medicine Nanoformulation ResearchHubei Key Laboratory of Embryonic Stem Cell Research, School of Basic Medical Sciences, Hubei University of Medicine, Renmin road No. 30, Shiyan, 442000, Hubei, People's Republic of China
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- Shiyan Key Laboratory of Natural Medicine Nanoformulation ResearchHubei Key Laboratory of Embryonic Stem Cell Research, School of Basic Medical Sciences, Hubei University of Medicine, Renmin road No. 30, Shiyan, 442000, Hubei, People's Republic of China
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- Department of Ultrasound Medicine, Taihe Hospital of Shiyan, Hubei University of Medicine, Shiyan, 442000, Hubei, People's Republic of China
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- Shenzhen Stomatology Hospital (Pingshan) of Southern Medical University, Shenzhen, 518000, People's Republic of China
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- Traditional Chinese Medicine Hospital, Dianjiang, Chongqing, 408300, People's Republic of China
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- Shiyan Key Laboratory of Natural Medicine Nanoformulation ResearchHubei Key Laboratory of Embryonic Stem Cell Research, School of Basic Medical Sciences, Hubei University of Medicine, Renmin road No. 30, Shiyan, 442000, Hubei, People's Republic of China
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- Shiyan Key Laboratory of Natural Medicine Nanoformulation ResearchHubei Key Laboratory of Embryonic Stem Cell Research, School of Basic Medical Sciences, Hubei University of Medicine, Renmin road No. 30, Shiyan, 442000, Hubei, People's Republic of China
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- Shiyan Key Laboratory of Natural Medicine Nanoformulation ResearchHubei Key Laboratory of Embryonic Stem Cell Research, School of Basic Medical Sciences, Hubei University of Medicine, Renmin road No. 30, Shiyan, 442000, Hubei, People's Republic of China.
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- Shiyan Key Laboratory of Natural Medicine Nanoformulation ResearchHubei Key Laboratory of Embryonic Stem Cell Research, School of Basic Medical Sciences, Hubei University of Medicine, Renmin road No. 30, Shiyan, 442000, Hubei, People's Republic of China.
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- Shiyan Key Laboratory of Natural Medicine Nanoformulation ResearchHubei Key Laboratory of Embryonic Stem Cell Research, School of Basic Medical Sciences, Hubei University of Medicine, Renmin road No. 30, Shiyan, 442000, Hubei, People's Republic of China.
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Zhang ZJ, Liao YT, Wang W, Yang C, Li D, Shao LD. Discovery of acetophenone/piperazin-2-one hybrids as selective anti-TNBC cancer agents by causing DNA damage. Bioorg Med Chem Lett 2024; 108:129802. [PMID: 38777278 DOI: 10.1016/j.bmcl.2024.129802] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/10/2024] [Revised: 05/10/2024] [Accepted: 05/19/2024] [Indexed: 05/25/2024]
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Twenty-five acetophenone/piperazin-2-one (APPA) hybrids were designed and synthesized based on key pharmacophores found in anti-breast cancer drugs Neratinib, Palbociclib, and Olaparib. Compound 1j exhibited good in vitro antiproliferative activity (IC50 = 6.50 μM) and high selectivity (SI = 9.2 vs HER2-positive breast cancer cells SKBr3; SI = 7.3 vs normal breast cells MCF-10A) against triple negative breast cancer (TNBC) cells MDA-MB-468. In addition, 1j could selectively cause DNA damage, inducing the accumulation of γH2AX and P53 in MDA-MB-468 cells. It also reduced the phosphorylation level of P38 and the expression of HSP70, which further prevented the repair of DNA damage and caused cells S/G2-arrest leading to MDA-MB-468 cells death.
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- Zi-Jun Zhang
- Yunnan Key Laboratory of Southern Medicinal Resources, School of Chinese Materia Medica, Yunnan University of Chinese Medicine, Kunming 650500, China
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- Yunnan Key Laboratory of Southern Medicinal Resources, School of Chinese Materia Medica, Yunnan University of Chinese Medicine, Kunming 650500, China
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- Yunnan Key Laboratory of Southern Medicinal Resources, School of Chinese Materia Medica, Yunnan University of Chinese Medicine, Kunming 650500, China
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- Yunnan Key Laboratory of Southern Medicinal Resources, School of Chinese Materia Medica, Yunnan University of Chinese Medicine, Kunming 650500, China
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- Yunnan Key Laboratory of Southern Medicinal Resources, School of Chinese Materia Medica, Yunnan University of Chinese Medicine, Kunming 650500, China.
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- Yunnan Key Laboratory of Southern Medicinal Resources, School of Chinese Materia Medica, Yunnan University of Chinese Medicine, Kunming 650500, China.
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Venditti M, Romano MZ, Boccella S, Haddadi A, Biasi A, Maione S, Minucci S. Type 1 diabetes impairs the activity of rat testicular somatic and germ cells through NRF2/NLRP3 pathway-mediated oxidative stress. Front Endocrinol (Lausanne) 2024; 15:1399256. [PMID: 38818504 PMCID: PMC11137174 DOI: 10.3389/fendo.2024.1399256] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/11/2024] [Accepted: 04/26/2024] [Indexed: 06/01/2024] Open
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Background It is well known that metabolic disorders, including type 1 diabetes (T1D), are often associated with reduced male fertility, mainly increasing oxidative stress and impairing the hypothalamus-pituitary-testis (HPT) axis, with consequently altered spermatogenesis and reduced sperm parameters. Herein, using a rat model of T1D obtained by treatment with streptozotocin (STZ), we analyzed several parameters of testicular activity. Methods A total of 10 adult male Wistar rats were divided into two groups of five: control and T1D, obtained with a single intraperitoneal injection of STZ. After 3 months, the rats were anesthetized and sacrificed; one testis was stored at -80°C for biochemical analysis, and the other was fixed for histological and immunofluorescence analysis. Results The data confirmed that T1D induced oxidative stress and, consequently, alterations in both testicular somatic and germ cells. This aspect was highlighted by enhanced apoptosis, altered steroidogenesis and Leydig cell maturity, and impaired spermatogenesis. In addition, the blood-testis barrier integrity was compromised, as shown by the reduced levels of structural proteins (N-cadherin, ZO-1, occludin, connexin 43, and VANGL2) and the phosphorylation status of regulative kinases (Src and FAK). Mechanistically, the dysregulation of the SIRT1/NRF2/MAPKs signaling pathways was proven, particularly the reduced nuclear translocation of NRF2, affecting its ability to induce the transcription of genes encoding for antioxidant enzymes. Finally, the stimulation of testicular inflammation and pyroptosis was also confirmed, as highlighted by the increased levels of some markers, such as NF-κB and NLRP3. Conclusion The combined data allowed us to confirm that T1D has detrimental effects on rat testicular activity. Moreover, a better comprehension of the molecular mechanisms underlying the association between metabolic disorders and male fertility could help to identify novel targets to prevent and treat fertility disorders related to T1D.
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- Massimo Venditti
- Dipartimento di Medicina Sperimentale, Università degli Studi della Campania “Luigi Vanvitelli”, Napoli, Italy
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- Dipartimento di Medicina Sperimentale, Università degli Studi della Campania “Luigi Vanvitelli”, Napoli, Italy
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- Dipartimento di Medicina Sperimentale, Università degli Studi della Campania “Luigi Vanvitelli”, Napoli, Italy
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- Laboratoire LR11ES41 Génétique Biodiversité et Valorisation des Bio-Ressourcés Institut Supérieur de Biotechnologie de Monastir, Université de Monastir, Monastir, Tunisia
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- Dipartimento di Medicina Sperimentale, Università degli Studi della Campania “Luigi Vanvitelli”, Napoli, Italy
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- Dipartimento di Medicina Sperimentale, Università degli Studi della Campania “Luigi Vanvitelli”, Napoli, Italy
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- Dipartimento di Medicina Sperimentale, Università degli Studi della Campania “Luigi Vanvitelli”, Napoli, Italy
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Li JJ, Li L, Su SS, Liao ML, Gong QZ, Liu M, Jiang S, Zhang ZQ, Zhou H, Liu JX. Anti-inflammatory properties and characterization of water extracts obtained from Callicarpa kwangtungensis Chun using in vitro and in vivo rat models. Sci Rep 2024; 14:11047. [PMID: 38744989 PMCID: PMC11094131 DOI: 10.1038/s41598-024-61892-9] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/29/2023] [Accepted: 05/10/2024] [Indexed: 05/16/2024] Open
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Callicarpa kwangtungensis Chun (CK) is a common remedy exhibits anti-inflammatory properties and has been used in Chinese herbal formulations, such as KangGongYan tablets. It is the main component of KangGongYan tablets, which has been used to treat chronic cervicitis caused by damp heat, red and white bands, cervical erosion, and bleeding. However, the anti-inflammatory effects of CK water extract remains unknown. This study assessed the anti-inflammatory effects of CK in vivo and in vitro, characterized its main components in the serum of rats and verified the anti-inflammatory effects of serum containing CK. Nitric oxide (NO), tumour necrosis factor α (TNF-α) and interleukin-6 (IL-6) release by RAW264.7 cells was examined by ELISA and Griess reagents. Inflammation-related protein expression in LPS-stimulated RAW264.7 cells was measured by western blotting. Furthermore, rat model of foot swelling induced by λ-carrageenan and a collagen-induced arthritis (CIA) rat model were used to explore the anti-inflammatory effects of CK. The components of CK were characterized by LC-MS, and the effects of CK-containing serum on proinflammatory factors levels and the expression of inflammation-related proteins were examined by ELISA, Griess reagents and Western blotting. CK suppressed IL-6, TNF-α, and NO production, and iNOS protein expression in LPS-stimulated RAW264.7 cells. Mechanistic studies showed that CK inhibited the phosphorylation of ERK, P38 and JNK in the MAPK signaling pathway, promoted the expression of IκBα in the NF-κB signaling pathway, and subsequently inhibited the expression of iNOS, thereby exerting anti-inflammatory effects. Moreover, CK reduced the swelling rates with λ-carrageenan induced foot swelling, and reduced the arthritis score and incidence in the collagen-induced arthritis (CIA) rat model. A total of 68 compounds in CK water extract and 31 components in rat serum after intragastric administration of CK were characterized. Serum pharmacological analysis showed that CK-containing serum suppressed iNOS protein expression and NO, TNF-α, and IL-6 release. CK may be an anti-inflammatory agent with therapeutic potential for acute and chronic inflammatory diseases, especially inflammatory diseases associated with MAPK activation.
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- Jun-Jian Li
- School of Pharmaceutical Sciences, School of Basic Medical Sciences, Hunan Provincial Key Laboratory of Dong Medicine, Hunan University of Medicine, Huaihua, China
- School of Pharmacy, Heilongjiang University of Chinese Medicine, Harbin, Heilongjiang, China
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- School of Pharmaceutical Sciences, School of Basic Medical Sciences, Hunan Provincial Key Laboratory of Dong Medicine, Hunan University of Medicine, Huaihua, China
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- School of Pharmaceutical Sciences, School of Basic Medical Sciences, Hunan Provincial Key Laboratory of Dong Medicine, Hunan University of Medicine, Huaihua, China
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- School of Pharmaceutical Sciences, School of Basic Medical Sciences, Hunan Provincial Key Laboratory of Dong Medicine, Hunan University of Medicine, Huaihua, China
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- School of Pharmaceutical Sciences, School of Basic Medical Sciences, Hunan Provincial Key Laboratory of Dong Medicine, Hunan University of Medicine, Huaihua, China
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- School of Pharmaceutical Sciences, School of Basic Medical Sciences, Hunan Provincial Key Laboratory of Dong Medicine, Hunan University of Medicine, Huaihua, China
- School of Pharmaceutical Science, University of South China, Hengyang, China
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- School of Pharmaceutical Sciences, School of Basic Medical Sciences, Hunan Provincial Key Laboratory of Dong Medicine, Hunan University of Medicine, Huaihua, China
- School of Pharmacy, Heilongjiang University of Chinese Medicine, Harbin, Heilongjiang, China
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- School of Pharmaceutical Sciences, School of Basic Medical Sciences, Hunan Provincial Key Laboratory of Dong Medicine, Hunan University of Medicine, Huaihua, China.
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- Guangdong Provincial Hospital of Chinese Medicine, Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macau Joint Lab On Chinese Medicine and Immune Disease Research, State Key Laboratory of Dampness Syndrome of Chinese Medicine, Guangdong Provincial Academy of Chinese Medical Sciences, Second Affiliated Hospital of Gzangzhou University of Chinese Medicine, Guangzhou, Guangdong, China.
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- School of Pharmaceutical Sciences, School of Basic Medical Sciences, Hunan Provincial Key Laboratory of Dong Medicine, Hunan University of Medicine, Huaihua, China.
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Yan Z, Huang H, Wang Q, Kong Y, Liu X. Function and mechanism of action of the TRPV1 channel in the development of triple-negative breast cancer. Acta Biochim Biophys Sin (Shanghai) 2024; 56:957-962. [PMID: 38734935 PMCID: PMC11322878 DOI: 10.3724/abbs.2024068] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/26/2023] [Accepted: 03/25/2024] [Indexed: 05/13/2024] Open
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Transient receptor potential channel subfamily vanilloid 1 (TRPV1) is a member of the transient receptor potential family of nonselective cationic transmembrane channel proteins that are involved in the regulation of calcium homeostasis. It is expressed in various tumor types and has been implicated in the regulation of cancer growth, metastasis, apoptosis, and cancer-related pain. TRPV1 is highly expressed in triple-negative breast cancer (TNBC), and both its agonists and antagonists may exert anti-cancer effects. In this review, we provide an overview of the effect of TRPV1 on TNBC development and its influence on immunotherapy in an attempt to facilitate the development of future treatment strategies.
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- Ziling Yan
- />Pathology Departmentthe First Affiliated Hospital of Shenzhen UniversityShenzhen Second People’s HospitalShenzhen518035China
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- />Pathology Departmentthe First Affiliated Hospital of Shenzhen UniversityShenzhen Second People’s HospitalShenzhen518035China
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- />Pathology Departmentthe First Affiliated Hospital of Shenzhen UniversityShenzhen Second People’s HospitalShenzhen518035China
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- />Pathology Departmentthe First Affiliated Hospital of Shenzhen UniversityShenzhen Second People’s HospitalShenzhen518035China
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- />Pathology Departmentthe First Affiliated Hospital of Shenzhen UniversityShenzhen Second People’s HospitalShenzhen518035China
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Kazemi N, Bordbar A, Bavarsad SS, Ghasemi P, Bakhshi M, Rezaeeyan H. Molecular Insights into the Relationship Between Platelet Activation and Endothelial Dysfunction: Molecular Approaches and Clinical Practice. Mol Biotechnol 2024; 66:932-947. [PMID: 38184492 DOI: 10.1007/s12033-023-01010-8] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/27/2023] [Accepted: 11/27/2023] [Indexed: 01/08/2024]
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Platelets are one of the coagulation cells. When platelet activation occurs, many mediators are released and affect endothelial cells (ECs) and lead to endothelial dysfunction (ED). ED plays an important role in the pathogenesis of many diseases, including cardiovascular disease (CVD). Platelet are of important factors in ED. The release of mediators by platelets causes the stimulation of inflammatory pathways, oxidative stress, and apoptosis, which ultimately result in ED.On the other hand, platelet activation in CVD patients can be associated with a bad prognosis. Platelet activation can increase the level of markers such as p-selectin in the serum. Also, in this study, we have discussed the role of platelet as a diagnostic factor, as well as its use as a treatment option. In addition, we discussed some of the molecular pathways that are used to target platelet activation.
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- Niloufar Kazemi
- Blood Transfusion Research Center, High Institute for Research and Education in Transfusion Medicine, Iranian Blood Transfusion Organization (IBTO), Tehran, Iran
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- Department of Cardiology, Musavi Hospital, School of Medicine, Zanjan University of Medical Science, Zanjan, Iran
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- Research Committee, Medical School, Arak University of Medical Sciences, Arak, Iran
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- Islamic Azad University of Najaf Abad, Affiliated Hospitals, Isfahan, Iran
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- Blood Transfusion Research Center, High Institute for Research and Education in Transfusion Medicine, Iranian Blood Transfusion Organization (IBTO), Tehran, Iran.
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Prabhu KS, Jessy S, Kuttikrishnan S, Mujeeb F, Mariyam Z, Habeeba U, Ahmad N, Bhat AA, Uddin S. Anticancer Potential and Molecular Targets of Pristimerin in Human Malignancies. Pharmaceuticals (Basel) 2024; 17:578. [PMID: 38794148 PMCID: PMC11123949 DOI: 10.3390/ph17050578] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/01/2024] [Revised: 04/25/2024] [Accepted: 04/29/2024] [Indexed: 05/26/2024] Open
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The growing global burden of malignant tumors with increasing incidence and mortality rates underscores the urgent need for more effective and less toxic therapeutic options. Herbal compounds are being increasingly studied for their potential to meet these needs due to their reduced side effects and significant efficacy. Pristimerin (PS), a triterpenoid from the quinone formamide class derived from the Celastraceae and Hippocrateaceae families, has emerged as a potent anticancer agent. It exhibits broad-spectrum anti-tumor activity across various cancers such as breast, pancreatic, prostate, glioblastoma, colorectal, cervical, and lung cancers. PS modulates several key cellular processes, including apoptosis, autophagy, cell migration and invasion, angiogenesis, and resistance to chemotherapy, targeting crucial signaling pathways such as those involving NF-κB, p53, and STAT3, among others. The main objective of this review is to provide a comprehensive synthesis of the current literature on PS, emphasizing its mechanisms of action and molecular targets with the utmost clarity. It discusses the comparative advantages of PS over current cancer therapies and explores the implications for future research and clinical applications. By delineating the specific pathways and targets affected by PS, this review seeks to offer valuable insights and directions for future research in this field. The information gathered in this review could pave the way for the successful development of PS into a clinically applicable anticancer therapy.
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- Kirti S. Prabhu
- Translational Research Institute, Academic Health System, Hamad Medical Corporation, Doha 3050, Qatar; (S.J.); (S.K.); (Z.M.); (U.H.); (N.A.)
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- Translational Research Institute, Academic Health System, Hamad Medical Corporation, Doha 3050, Qatar; (S.J.); (S.K.); (Z.M.); (U.H.); (N.A.)
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- Translational Research Institute, Academic Health System, Hamad Medical Corporation, Doha 3050, Qatar; (S.J.); (S.K.); (Z.M.); (U.H.); (N.A.)
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- Department of Biosciences, Integral University, Lucknow 226026, Uttar Pradesh, India;
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- Translational Research Institute, Academic Health System, Hamad Medical Corporation, Doha 3050, Qatar; (S.J.); (S.K.); (Z.M.); (U.H.); (N.A.)
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- Translational Research Institute, Academic Health System, Hamad Medical Corporation, Doha 3050, Qatar; (S.J.); (S.K.); (Z.M.); (U.H.); (N.A.)
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- Translational Research Institute, Academic Health System, Hamad Medical Corporation, Doha 3050, Qatar; (S.J.); (S.K.); (Z.M.); (U.H.); (N.A.)
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- Department of Human Genetics-Precision Medicine in Diabetes, Obesity, and Cancer Program, Sidra Medicine, Doha 26999, Qatar;
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- Translational Research Institute, Academic Health System, Hamad Medical Corporation, Doha 3050, Qatar; (S.J.); (S.K.); (Z.M.); (U.H.); (N.A.)
- Department of Biosciences, Integral University, Lucknow 226026, Uttar Pradesh, India;
- Dermatology Institute, Academic Health System, Hamad Medical Corporation, Doha 3050, Qatar
- Laboratory of Animal Research Center, Qatar University, Doha 2713, Qatar
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Kong J, Fan R, Zhang Y, Jia Z, Zhang J, Pan H, Wang Q. Oxidative stress in the brain-lung crosstalk: cellular and molecular perspectives. Front Aging Neurosci 2024; 16:1389454. [PMID: 38633980 PMCID: PMC11021774 DOI: 10.3389/fnagi.2024.1389454] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/21/2024] [Accepted: 03/19/2024] [Indexed: 04/19/2024] Open
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Oxidative stress is caused by an imbalance between the production of reactive oxygen species (ROS) and the body's ability to counteract their harmful effects, playing a key role in the pathogenesis of brain and lung-related diseases. This review comprehensively examines the intricate mechanisms by which oxidative stress influences cellular and molecular pathways, contributing to neurodegenerative, cardiovascular, and respiratory disorders. Emphasizing the detrimental effects on both brain and lung health, we discuss innovative diagnostic biomarkers, such as 8-hydroxy-2'-deoxyguanosine (8-OHdG), and the potential of antioxidant therapies. For these topics, we provide insights into future research directions in the field of oxidative stress treatment, including the development of personalized treatment approaches, the discovery and validation of novel biomarkers, and the development of new drug delivery systems. This review not only provides a new perspective on understanding the role of oxidative stress in brain and lung-related diseases but also offers new insights for future clinical treatments.
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- Jianda Kong
- College of Sports Science, Qufu Normal University, Jining, China
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- College of Sports Science, Qufu Normal University, Jining, China
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- College of Sports Science, Qufu Normal University, Jining, China
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- College of Sport and Health, Shandong Sport University, Jinan, China
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- College of Sport and Health, Shandong Sport University, Jinan, China
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- College of Sport and Health, Shandong Sport University, Jinan, China
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- College of Sport and Health, Shandong Sport University, Jinan, China
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Meng Q, Han J, Wang P, Jia C, Guan M, Zhang B, Zhao W. BMS-794833 reduces anlotinib resistance in osteosarcoma by targeting the VEGFR/Ras/CDK2 pathway. J Bone Oncol 2024; 45:100594. [PMID: 38532893 PMCID: PMC10963651 DOI: 10.1016/j.jbo.2024.100594] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/21/2023] [Revised: 03/13/2024] [Accepted: 03/14/2024] [Indexed: 03/28/2024] Open
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Background Osteosarcoma, a tumor that originates from bone cells, has a poor prognosis and a high degree of malignancy. Anlotinib, a small-molecule multi-target tyrosine kinase inhibitor (TKI), is the first-line drug in treating osteosarcoma, especially in late-stage osteosarcoma. However, patients often develop resistance after using anlotinib for a certain period, which poses a challenge to its further clinical application. Recently, several TKIs, for instance regorafenib and cabozantinib, have showed clinical interest in treating osteosarcoma and target both vascular endothelial growth factor receptor (VEGFR) and mesenchymal epithelial transition factor (c-MET). Therefore, the identification of new TKI warrants further investigation. Methods We performed CCK8 aasays to confirm that BMS-794833 sensitization osteosarcoma cells to anlotinib. Bioinformatics analysis and rescue experiments showed that the reduce of resistance were dependent on the VEGFR/Ras/CDK2 pathway. Cell line based xenograft model were used to demonstrate that BMS-794833 and anlotinib could synergistically treat OS. Results Here, we found that BMS-794833 reduced anlotinib resistance in osteosarcoma by targeting the VEGFR/Ras/CDK2 pathway. CCK8 assay showed that BMS-794833 significantly improved the resistance of osteosarcoma cells to anlotinib. The results of rescue experiments showed that the regulatory effects of BMS-794833 on the proliferation and drug resistance of osteosarcoma cells were dependent on the VEGFR/Ras/CDK2 pathway. In addition, BMS-794833 affected the resistance of osteosarcoma cells to anlotinib through epithelial-mesenchymal transition (EMT) and apoptosis pathways. More importantly, BMS-794833 and anlotinib exerted synergistic therapeutic effects against osteosarcoma in vivo. Conclusion Altogether, this study reveals a new (VEGFR)-targeting drug that can be combined with anlotinib for the treatment of osteosarcoma, which provides an important theoretical basis for overcoming anlotinib resistance.
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- Qingtao Meng
- Department of Orthopedics, The Second Affiliated Hospital of Dalian Medical University, Dalian 116028, China
- Department of Orthopedics, Dalian NO.3 People’s Hospital, Dalian 116091, China
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- Department of Orthopedics, Dalian NO.3 People’s Hospital, Dalian 116091, China
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- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, The First Affiliated Hospital of Shandong First Medical University, Jinan, China
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- Department of Orthopedics, Dalian NO.3 People’s Hospital, Dalian 116091, China
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- Department of Orthopedics, Dalian NO.3 People’s Hospital, Dalian 116091, China
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- Department of Orthopedics, Dalian NO.3 People’s Hospital, Dalian 116091, China
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- Department of Orthopedics, The Second Affiliated Hospital of Dalian Medical University, Dalian 116028, China
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Xu J, Zhang Z, Hu H, Yang Y, Xiao C, Xi L, Lu J, Tian S, Zhao H. Synergistic antitumor effects of Peiminine and Doxorubicin on breast cancer through enhancing DNA damage via ZEB1. Biomed Pharmacother 2024; 173:116353. [PMID: 38432128 DOI: 10.1016/j.biopha.2024.116353] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/20/2023] [Revised: 02/18/2024] [Accepted: 02/26/2024] [Indexed: 03/05/2024] Open
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Peiminine, the primary biologically active compound from Fritillaria thunbergii Miq., has demonstrated significant pharmacological activities. Doxorubicin is one of the most potent chemotherapeutic agents for breast cancer (BC). This study was designed to investigate the efficacy and underlying mechanisms of Peiminine combined with Doxorubicin in treating BC. Our results demonstrated that the combination of Peiminine and 1 mg/kg Doxorubicin exhibited more significant suppression of tumor growth compared with the monotherapy in MDA-MB-231 xenograft nude mice model, which is comparable to the effect of 3 mg/kg Doxorubicin in vivo. Notably, the 3 mg/kg Doxorubicin monotherapy resulted in organ toxicity, specifically in the liver and heart, whereas no toxicity was observed in the combination group. In vitro, this combined treatment exhibited a synergistic reduction on the viability of BC cells. Peiminine enhanced the cell cycle arrest and DNA damage induced by Doxorubicin. Furthermore, the combination treatment effectively blocked DNA repair by inhibiting the MAPKs signaling pathways. And ZEB1 knockdown attenuated the combined effect of Peiminine and Doxorubicin on cell viability and DNA damage. In conclusion, our study found that the combination of Peiminine and Doxorubicin showed synergistic inhibitory effects on BC both in vivo and in vitro through enhancing Doxorubicin-induced DNA damage. These findings support that their combination is a novel and promising therapeutic strategy for treating BC.
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- Jiajin Xu
- School of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Zhejiang Chinese Medical University, Hangzhou, Zhejiang 311402, China
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- School of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Zhejiang Chinese Medical University, Hangzhou, Zhejiang 311402, China
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- School of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Zhejiang Chinese Medical University, Hangzhou, Zhejiang 311402, China
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- School of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Zhejiang Chinese Medical University, Hangzhou, Zhejiang 311402, China
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- Guizhou University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Guiyang, Guizhou 550025, China
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- School of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Zhejiang Chinese Medical University, Hangzhou, Zhejiang 311402, China
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- School of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Zhejiang Chinese Medical University, Hangzhou, Zhejiang 311402, China
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- School of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Zhejiang Chinese Medical University, Hangzhou, Zhejiang 311402, China.
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- School of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Zhejiang Chinese Medical University, Hangzhou, Zhejiang 311402, China; Academy of Chinese Medical Sciences, Zhejiang Chinese Medical University, Binwen Rd., Hangzhou, Zhejiang 310053, China.
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Guo Z, Zhang H, Huang T, Liu C. CCN3/NOV inhibition attenuates oxidative stress-induced apoptosis of mouse neural stem/progenitor cells by blocking the activation of p38 MAPK: An in vitro study. Brain Res 2024; 1827:148756. [PMID: 38199307 DOI: 10.1016/j.brainres.2024.148756] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/14/2023] [Revised: 12/20/2023] [Accepted: 01/03/2024] [Indexed: 01/12/2024]
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Neural stem/progenitor cells (NSPCs) hold immense promise in clinical applications, yet the harsh conditions resulting from central nervous system (CNS) injuries, particularly oxidative stress, lead to the demise of both native and transplanted NSPCs. Cellular communication network factor 3 (CCN3) exhibits a protective effect against oxidative stress in various cell types. This study investigates the impact of CCN3 on NSPCs apoptosis induced by oxidative stress. To establish models of primary cultured mouse NSPCs under oxidative stress, we exposed them to 50 μM H2O2 for 4 h. Remarkably, pre-exposing CCN3 exacerbated the H2O2-induced decline in cell viability in a concentration-dependent manner. However, employing gene-targeted siRNA to inhibit CCN3 protected NSPCs against H2O2-induced cell death. Conversely, CCN3 replenishment reversed this protective effect, as evidenced by TUNEL staining, the ratio of Cleaved-caspase-3 to Pro-caspase-3, and Bcl-2/Bax. Further investigations revealed that CCN3 pretreatment increased the phosphorylation level of p38 MAPK, while silencing CCN3 diminished p38 MAPK activation. Ultimately, the impact of changes in CCN3 protein expression on H2O2-induced apoptosis was nullified using anisomycin (a p38 activator) and SB 203580 (a p38 inhibitor). Our findings suggest that CCN3 inhibition prevents H2O2-induced cell death in cultured mouse NSPCs via the p38 pathway. These discoveries may contribute to the development of strategies aimed at enhancing the survival of both endogenous and transplanted NSPCs following CNS oxidative stress insults.
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- Zhenyu Guo
- Department of Neurosurgery, The 2nd Affiliated Hospital of Xi'an Jiaotong University, Xi'an, China
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- Institute of Neurobiology, Xi'an Jiaotong University Health Science Center, Xi'an, China
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- Department of Neurosurgery, The 2nd Affiliated Hospital of Xi'an Jiaotong University, Xi'an, China
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- Department of Neurosurgery, The 2nd Affiliated Hospital of Xi'an Jiaotong University, Xi'an, China.
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Timofeev O, Giron P, Lawo S, Pichler M, Noeparast M. ERK pathway agonism for cancer therapy: evidence, insights, and a target discovery framework. NPJ Precis Oncol 2024; 8:70. [PMID: 38485987 PMCID: PMC10940698 DOI: 10.1038/s41698-024-00554-5] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/03/2023] [Accepted: 02/16/2024] [Indexed: 03/18/2024] Open
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At least 40% of human cancers are associated with aberrant ERK pathway activity (ERKp). Inhibitors targeting various effectors within the ERKp have been developed and explored for over two decades. Conversely, a substantial body of evidence suggests that both normal human cells and, notably to a greater extent, cancer cells exhibit susceptibility to hyperactivation of ERKp. However, this vulnerability of cancer cells remains relatively unexplored. In this review, we reexamine the evidence on the selective lethality of highly elevated ERKp activity in human cancer cells of varying backgrounds. We synthesize the insights proposed for harnessing this vulnerability of ERK-associated cancers for therapeutical approaches and contextualize these insights within established pharmacological cancer-targeting models. Moreover, we compile the intriguing preclinical findings of ERK pathway agonism in diverse cancer models. Lastly, we present a conceptual framework for target discovery regarding ERKp agonism, emphasizing the utilization of mutual exclusivity among oncogenes to develop novel targeted therapies for precision oncology.
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- Oleg Timofeev
- Institute of Molecular Oncology, Member of the German Center for Lung Research (DZL), Philipps University, 35043, Marburg, Germany
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- Vrije Universiteit Brussel (VUB), Universitair Ziekenhuis Brussel (UZ Brussel), Clinical Sciences, Research group Genetics, Reproduction and Development, Centre for Medical Genetics, Laarbeeklaan 101, 1090, Brussels, Belgium
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- CRISPR Screening Core Facility, Max Planck Institute for Biology of Ageing, 50931, Cologne, Germany
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- Translational Oncology, II. Med Clinics Hematology and Oncology, 86156, Augsburg, Germany
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- Translational Oncology, II. Med Clinics Hematology and Oncology, 86156, Augsburg, Germany.
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Wang J, Liu Y, Guo Y, Liu C, Yang Y, Fan X, Yang H, Liu Y, Ma T. Function and inhibition of P38 MAP kinase signaling: Targeting multiple inflammation diseases. Biochem Pharmacol 2024; 220:115973. [PMID: 38103797 DOI: 10.1016/j.bcp.2023.115973] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/19/2023] [Revised: 12/02/2023] [Accepted: 12/05/2023] [Indexed: 12/19/2023]
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Inflammation is a natural host defense mechanism that protects the body from pathogenic microorganisms. A growing body of research suggests that inflammation is a key factor in triggering other diseases (lung injury, rheumatoid arthritis, etc.). However, there is no consensus on the complex mechanism of inflammatory response, which may include enzyme activation, mediator release, and tissue repair. In recent years, p38 MAPK, a member of the MAPKs family, has attracted much attention as a central target for the treatment of inflammatory diseases. However, many p38 MAPK inhibitors attempting to obtain marketing approval have failed at the clinical trial stage due to selectivity and/or toxicity issues. In this paper, we discuss the mechanism of p38 MAPK in regulating inflammatory response and its key role in major inflammatory diseases and summarize the synthetic or natural products targeting p38 MAPK to improve the inflammatory response in the last five years, which will provide ideas for the development of novel clinical anti-inflammatory drugs based on p38 MAPK inhibitors.
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- Jiahui Wang
- School of Chinese Materia Medica, Beijing University of Chinese Medicine, Beijing 102488, China
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- School of Chinese Materia Medica, Beijing University of Chinese Medicine, Beijing 102488, China
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- School of Chinese Materia Medica, Beijing University of Chinese Medicine, Beijing 102488, China
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- School of Chinese Materia Medica, Beijing University of Chinese Medicine, Beijing 102488, China
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- School of Chinese Materia Medica, Beijing University of Chinese Medicine, Beijing 102488, China
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- School of Chinese Materia Medica, Beijing University of Chinese Medicine, Beijing 102488, China
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- School of Chinese Materia Medica, Beijing University of Chinese Medicine, Beijing 102488, China
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- School of Chinese Materia Medica, Beijing University of Chinese Medicine, Beijing 102488, China.
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- School of Chinese Materia Medica, Beijing University of Chinese Medicine, Beijing 102488, China.
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Salama AF, El-Far AH, Anbar EA, El-Naggar SA, Elshazli RM, Elmetwalli A. Gingerol and/or sorafenib attenuates the DAB-induced HCC and hepatic portal vein dilatation via ATG4/CASP3 and COIIV/COX-2/NF-κB expression. Med Oncol 2024; 41:57. [PMID: 38228916 PMCID: PMC10791832 DOI: 10.1007/s12032-023-02284-3] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/15/2023] [Accepted: 12/07/2023] [Indexed: 01/18/2024]
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Ginger (Gin) has numerous therapeutic properties. One of Gin's most potent components is 6-gingerol, a naturally occurring phenol. This study aimed to investigate the therapeutic impact of gingerol and/or sorafenib on the ATG4/CASP3 and COIIV/COX-2/NF-B Expression as a potential therapy for DAB-induced HCC. Gin was administered to HCC mice induced by p-Dimethylaminoazobenzene (DAB) alone or combined with sorafenib (Sor). Superoxide dismutase (SOD), catalase (CAT), and oxidative stress malondialdehyde (MDA), as well as biochemical markers including AST, ALT, ALP, Albumin, and Bilirubin, were examined. The expression of oncogenes (COIIV, COX-2, NF-κB, and survivin) and tumor suppressor genes (ATG4 and CASP3) was evaluated using qPCR. According to the results, the levels of MDA have been markedly decreased, while SOD and CAT have been increased. Further, the expression levels of tumor suppressor genes were upregulated, whereas the expression levels of oncogene genes were downregulated. Furthermore, in a dose-dependent manner, gingerol has shown the potential to alleviate hepatic portal vein (PV) dilatation and could offer a reliable therapy for HCC. This suggests combining the two compounds may be more effective than alone and that Gin could be a promising therapeutic option for HCC. The binding of Gin and Sor to the active sites of the target genes prevents them from functioning normally, which in turn stops the pathways from carrying out their oncogenic functions. Additionally, COX-2 inhibition reduces the production of certain pro-inflammatory compounds, which further averts oncogenesis. Conclusively, this study indicated that Gin has cytoprotective properties and anti-cancer activity that may be related to controlling oxidative stress. This effect may be achieved by suppressing the COIIV/COX-2/NF-κB pathway and upregulating the ATG4 /CASP3 pathways.
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- Afrah Fatthi Salama
- Biochemistry Section, Chemistry Department, Faculty of Science, Tanta University, Tanta, 31527, Egypt
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- Department of Biochemistry, Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, Damanhour University, Damanhour, 22511, Egypt
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- Biochemistry Section, Chemistry Department, Faculty of Science, Tanta University, Tanta, 31527, Egypt
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- Physiology Department, Faculty of Science, Tanta University, Tanta, 31527, Egypt
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- Biochemistry and Molecular Genetics Unit, Department of Basic Science, Faculty of Physical Therapy, Hours University, New Damietta, Egypt
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- Department of Clinical Trial Research Unit and Drug Discovery, Egyptian Liver Research Institute and Hospital (ELRIAH), Mansoura, Egypt.
- Microbiology Division, Higher Technological Institute of Applied Health Sciences, Egyptian Liver Research Institute and Hospital (ELRIAH), Mansoura, Egypt.
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Zhou L, Yang J, Liu H, Rang Y, Xu L, Wang X, Li Y, Liu C. Lycium barbarum polysaccharides attenuate oxidative stress and mitochondrial toxicity induced by mixed plasticizers in HepG2 cells through activation of Nrf2. Life Sci 2024; 336:122346. [PMID: 38072188 DOI: 10.1016/j.lfs.2023.122346] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/12/2023] [Revised: 11/29/2023] [Accepted: 12/07/2023] [Indexed: 12/24/2023]
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AIMS In daily life, it is common for humans to be exposed to multiple phthalate esters (PAEs). However, there is limited research on the mechanisms and intervention of combined PAEs toxicity. This study aims to explore the cytotoxicity of combined PAEs and evaluate the potential of Lycium barbarum polysaccharides (LBP) in mitigating the aforementioned toxicity. MAIN METHODS LBP (62.5, 125 and 250 μg/mL) were applied to intervene HepG2 cells treated with DEHP and DBP mixtures (50, 100, 200, 400 and 800 μg/mL). Western Blot and different kits were mainly performed in our study. KEY FINDINGS DEHP and DBP mixtures suppressed the expression of nuclear factor E2-related factor 2 (Nrf2), heme oxygenase-1 (HO-1) and activated MAPK pathway by increasing ROS. Combined DEHP and DBP exposure reduced ATP content and inhibited the mitochondrial biogenesis pathway in HepG2 cells through oxidative stress, which in turn caused cytotoxicity. LBP reduced oxidative stress and cell death induced by mixed plasticizers, upregulated Nrf2 levels and mitochondrial biogenesis pathway levels and inhibited MAPK pathway activation. Notably, after treating HepG2 cells with Nrf2-specific inhibitor (ML385, 0.5 μM), we found that the activation of Nrf2 played a crucial role on LBP intervention of DEHP and DBP induced HepG2 cytotoxicity. SIGNIFICANCE This study not only enhances our understanding of the toxicological effects caused by combined PAEs exposure, but also has significant implications in devising strategies to mitigate the toxicological consequences of combined exposure to exogenous chemicals through the investigation of the role of LBP.
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- Lizi Zhou
- College of Food Science, South China Agricultural University, Guangzhou 510642, China; The Key Laboratory of Food Quality and Safety of Guangdong Province, Guangzhou 510642, China
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- College of Bioengineering, Jingchu University of Technology, Jingmen 448000, China
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- College of Life Sciences, Hubei Normal University, Huangshi 435000, China
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- College of Food Science, South China Agricultural University, Guangzhou 510642, China; The Key Laboratory of Food Quality and Safety of Guangdong Province, Guangzhou 510642, China
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- College of Food Science, South China Agricultural University, Guangzhou 510642, China; The Key Laboratory of Food Quality and Safety of Guangdong Province, Guangzhou 510642, China
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- College of Food Science, South China Agricultural University, Guangzhou 510642, China; The Key Laboratory of Food Quality and Safety of Guangdong Province, Guangzhou 510642, China
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- College of Food Science, South China Agricultural University, Guangzhou 510642, China; The Key Laboratory of Food Quality and Safety of Guangdong Province, Guangzhou 510642, China
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- College of Food Science, South China Agricultural University, Guangzhou 510642, China; The Key Laboratory of Food Quality and Safety of Guangdong Province, Guangzhou 510642, China.
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Casella C, Kiles F, Urquhart C, Michaud DS, Kirwa K, Corlin L. Methylomic, Proteomic, and Metabolomic Correlates of Traffic-Related Air Pollution in the Context of Cardiorespiratory Health: A Systematic Review, Pathway Analysis, and Network Analysis. TOXICS 2023; 11:1014. [PMID: 38133415 PMCID: PMC10748071 DOI: 10.3390/toxics11121014] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/03/2023] [Revised: 11/18/2023] [Accepted: 12/06/2023] [Indexed: 12/23/2023]
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A growing body of literature has attempted to characterize how traffic-related air pollution (TRAP) affects molecular and subclinical biological processes in ways that could lead to cardiorespiratory disease. To provide a streamlined synthesis of what is known about the multiple mechanisms through which TRAP could lead to cardiorespiratory pathology, we conducted a systematic review of the epidemiological literature relating TRAP exposure to methylomic, proteomic, and metabolomic biomarkers in adult populations. Using the 139 papers that met our inclusion criteria, we identified the omic biomarkers significantly associated with short- or long-term TRAP and used these biomarkers to conduct pathway and network analyses. We considered the evidence for TRAP-related associations with biological pathways involving lipid metabolism, cellular energy production, amino acid metabolism, inflammation and immunity, coagulation, endothelial function, and oxidative stress. Our analysis suggests that an integrated multi-omics approach may provide critical new insights into the ways TRAP could lead to adverse clinical outcomes. We advocate for efforts to build a more unified approach for characterizing the dynamic and complex biological processes linking TRAP exposure and subclinical and clinical disease and highlight contemporary challenges and opportunities associated with such efforts.
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- Cameron Casella
- Department of Public Health and Community Medicine, Tufts University School of Medicine, Boston, MA 02111, USA; (C.C.); (F.K.); (C.U.); (D.S.M.); (K.K.)
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- Department of Public Health and Community Medicine, Tufts University School of Medicine, Boston, MA 02111, USA; (C.C.); (F.K.); (C.U.); (D.S.M.); (K.K.)
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- Department of Public Health and Community Medicine, Tufts University School of Medicine, Boston, MA 02111, USA; (C.C.); (F.K.); (C.U.); (D.S.M.); (K.K.)
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- Department of Public Health and Community Medicine, Tufts University School of Medicine, Boston, MA 02111, USA; (C.C.); (F.K.); (C.U.); (D.S.M.); (K.K.)
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- Department of Public Health and Community Medicine, Tufts University School of Medicine, Boston, MA 02111, USA; (C.C.); (F.K.); (C.U.); (D.S.M.); (K.K.)
- Department of Environmental Health, Boston University School of Public Health, Boston, MA 02118, USA
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- Department of Public Health and Community Medicine, Tufts University School of Medicine, Boston, MA 02111, USA; (C.C.); (F.K.); (C.U.); (D.S.M.); (K.K.)
- Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering, Tufts University School of Engineering, Medford, MA 02155, USA
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Al Amin M, Emran TB, Khan J, Zehravi M, Sharma I, Patil A, Gupta JK, Jeslin D, Krishnan K, Das R, Nainu F, Ahmad I, Wilairatana P. Research Progress of Indole Alkaloids: Targeting MAP Kinase Signaling Pathways in Cancer Treatment. Cancers (Basel) 2023; 15:5311. [PMID: 38001572 PMCID: PMC10670446 DOI: 10.3390/cancers15225311] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/01/2023] [Revised: 10/25/2023] [Accepted: 11/03/2023] [Indexed: 11/26/2023] Open
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Cancer is the leading cause of morbidity and mortality in people throughout the world. There are many signaling pathways associated with cancerous diseases, from which the Mitogen-activated protein kinase (MAPK) pathway performs a significant role in this regard. Apoptosis and proliferation are correlated with MAPK signaling pathways. Plenty of experimental investigations were carried out to assess the role of indole alkaloids in MAPK-mediated cancerous diseases. Previous reports established that indole alkaloids, such as vincristine and evodiamine are useful small molecules in cancer treatment via the MAPK signaling system. Indole alkaloids have the anticancer potential through different pathways. Vincristine and evodiamine are naturally occurring indole alkaloids that have strong anticancer properties. Additionally, much research is ongoing or completed with molecules belonging to this group. The current review aims to evaluate how indole alkaloids affect the MAPK signaling pathway in cancer treatment. Additionally, we focused on the advancement in the role of indole alkaloids, with the intention of modifying the MAPK signaling pathways to investigate potential new anticancer small molecules. Furthermore, clinical trials with indole alkaloids in cancer treatment are also highlighted.
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- Md. Al Amin
- Department of Pharmacy, Faculty of Allied Health Sciences, Daffodil International University, Dhaka 1207, Bangladesh;
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- Department of Pharmacy, Faculty of Allied Health Sciences, Daffodil International University, Dhaka 1207, Bangladesh;
- Department of Pathology and Laboratory Medicine, Warren Alpert Medical School & Legorreta Cancer Center, Brown University, Providence, RI 02912, USA
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- Department of Pharmacy, International Islamic University Chittagong, Kumira, Chittagong 4318, Bangladesh
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- Department of Clinical Pharmacy, College of Dentistry & Pharmacy, Buraydah Private Colleges, Buraydah 51418, Saudi Arabia;
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- Department of Physics, Career Point University, Hamirpur 176041, Himachal Pradesh, India
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- Department of Pharmaceutics, KLE College of Pharmacy, Bengaluru 560010, Karnataka, India
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- Department of Pharmacology, Institute of Pharmaceutical Research, GLA University, Mathura 281406, Uttar Pradesh, India;
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- Department of Pharmaceutics, Sree Balaji Medical College and Hospital Campus, Bharath Institute of Higher Education and Research, Chromepet, Chennai 600044, Tamil Nadu, India
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- Department of Pharmacy Practice, School of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Vels Institute of Science, Technology and Advanced Studies (VISTAS), Pallavaram, Chennai 600117, Tamil Nadu, India;
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- Department of Pharmacy, Faculty of Pharmacy, University of Dhaka, Dhaka 1000, Bangladesh
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- Department of Pharmacy, Faculty of Pharmacy, Hasanuddin University, Makassar 90245, Indonesia;
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- Department of Clinical Laboratory Sciences, College of Applied Medical Sciences, King Khalid University, Abha 61411, Saudi Arabia
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- Department of Clinical Tropical Medicine, Faculty of Tropical Medicine, Mahidol University, Bangkok 10400, Thailand
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Sun W, Zhang X, Wang L, Ren G, Piao S, Yang C, Liu Z. RNA sequencing profiles reveals progressively reduced spermatogenesis with progression in adult cryptorchidism. Front Endocrinol (Lausanne) 2023; 14:1271724. [PMID: 38027210 PMCID: PMC10643144 DOI: 10.3389/fendo.2023.1271724] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/02/2023] [Accepted: 10/09/2023] [Indexed: 12/01/2023] Open
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Introduction The fertility of cryptorchidism patients who didn't perform corrective surgery will decrease with age. Herein, we elucidate the histological alterations and underlying molecular mechanism in patients with an increase in the disease duration from 20 to 40 years. Methods Testicular tissues were obtained from three patients with cryptorchidism, ranging in age from 22 to 44 years. Three benign paracancerous testicular samples of matched ages were used as controls. The normal and undescended testicular tissues were stained with hematoxylin and eosin (HE) and immunofluorescence and all six testicular samples were subjected to RNA sequencing. RNA sequencing data were subjected to gene set enrichment analysis (GSEA), Kyoto Encyclopedia of Genes and Genomes (KEGG), protein-protein interaction (PPI) network analysis, and Gene Ontology (GO) searches. Real-time reverse transcriptase polymerase chain reaction was used to confirm the DEGs. Results The seminiferous tubules' basement membrane thickens with age in healthy testes. As the period of cryptorchidism in the cryptorchid testis extended, the seminiferous tubules significantly atrophy, the number of spermatogenic cells declines, and the amount of interstitial fibrous tissue increases in comparison to normal tissues. The number of germ cells per cross-section of seminiferous tubules was significantly lower in cryptorchidism than in normal testicular tissues, according to immunofluorescence staining, but the number of Sertoli cells remained stable. RNA sequencing analysis identified 1150 differentially expressed genes (DEGs) between cryptorchidism and normal testicular tissues (fold change >2 and p<0.05), of which 61 genes were noticeably upregulated and 1089 were significantly downregulated. These genes were predominantly linked to sperm development and differentiation, and fertilization, according to GO analysis. Meiosis pathways were significantly downregulated in cryptorchidism, according to KEGG pathway analysis and GSEA (P<0.001). PPI analysis was used to identify the top seven downregulated hub genes (PLCZ1, AKAP4, IZUMO1, SPAG6, CAPZA3, and ROPN1L), which were then further verified by qPCR. Discussion By describing the histological changes and differential gene expression patterns in adult cryptorchid patients of different age groups, we discovered the progression mechanisms of undescended testes in adults with aging and identified seven significantly downregulated hub genes (PLCZ1, AKAP4, IZUMO1, SPAG6, CAPZA3, and ROPN1L) in cryptorchid testis compared to normal testicular tissues. These genes played a role in the process of spermgenesis and are directly linked to the steady decline in fertility caused by cryptorchidism. Our study provided a better understanding of the molecular mechanisms underlying the loss of spermatogenesis in adult cryptorchidism, and give support for the development of adult cryptorchidism treatments.
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- Weihao Sun
- Department of Urology, Changhai Hospital, Second Military Medical University, Shanghai, China
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- Department of Urology, Changhai Hospital, Second Military Medical University, Shanghai, China
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- Department of Urology, Changhai Hospital, Second Military Medical University, Shanghai, China
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- Department of Urology, Changhai Hospital, Second Military Medical University, Shanghai, China
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- Department of Urology, Changhai Hospital, Second Military Medical University, Shanghai, China
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- Department of Urology, Changhai Hospital, Second Military Medical University, Shanghai, China
- Shanghai Key Laboratory of Cell Engineering, Shanghai, China
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- Department of Urology, Changhai Hospital, Second Military Medical University, Shanghai, China
- Shanghai Key Laboratory of Cell Engineering, Shanghai, China
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Wang D, Zhang Y, Liao Z, Ge H, Güngör C, Li Y. KDM5 family of demethylases promotes CD44-mediated chemoresistance in pancreatic adenocarcinomas. Sci Rep 2023; 13:18250. [PMID: 37880235 PMCID: PMC10600175 DOI: 10.1038/s41598-023-44536-2] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/25/2023] [Accepted: 10/10/2023] [Indexed: 10/27/2023] Open
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A growing body of evidence suggests that the histone demethylase-lysine demethylase 5 (KDM5) family is associated with drug resistance in cancer cells. However, it is still not clear whether KDM5 family members promote chemotherapy resistance in pancreatic ductal adenocarcinomas (PDAC). Comprehensive bioinformatics analysis was performed to investigate the prognostic value, and functional mechanisms of KDM5 family members in PDAC. The effects of KDM5 family members on drug resistance in PDAC cells and the relationship with CD44, as a stem cell marker, were explored by gene knockout and overexpression strategies. Finally, our findings were validated by functional experiments such as cell viability, colony formation and invasion assays. We found that the expression of KDM5A/C was significantly higher in gemcitabine-resistant cells than in sensitive cells, consistent with the analysis of the GSCALite database. The knockdown of KDM5A/C in PDAC cells resulted in diminished drug resistance, less cell colonies and reduced invasiveness, while KDM5A/C overexpression showed the opposite effect. Of note, the expression of KDM5A/C changed accordingly with the knockdown of CD44. In addition, members of the KDM5 family function in a variety of oncogenic pathways, including PI3K/AKT and Epithelial-Mesenchymal Transition. In conclusion, KDM5 family members play an important role in drug resistance and may serve as new biomarkers or potential therapeutic targets in PDAC patients.
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- Dan Wang
- Department of General Surgery, Xiangya Hospital, Central South University, Changsha, China
- National Clinical Research Center for Geriatric Disorders, Xiangya Hospital, Central South University, Changsha, China
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- Hunan Engineering and Technology Research Center for Agricultural Big Data Analysis and Decision-Making, Hunan Agricultural University, Changsha, China
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- Department of Nephrology, Xiangya Hospital, Central South University, Changsha, China
- Division of Translational Immunology, III, Department of Medicine, University Medical Center Hamburg-Eppendorf, Hamburg, Germany
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- Department of General Surgery, Xiangya Hospital, Central South University, Changsha, China
- National Clinical Research Center for Geriatric Disorders, Xiangya Hospital, Central South University, Changsha, China
- Department of General, Visceral and Thoracic Surgery, University Medical Center Hamburg-Eppendorf, Hamburg, Germany
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- Department of General, Visceral and Thoracic Surgery, University Medical Center Hamburg-Eppendorf, Hamburg, Germany
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- Department of General Surgery, Xiangya Hospital, Central South University, Changsha, China.
- National Clinical Research Center for Geriatric Disorders, Xiangya Hospital, Central South University, Changsha, China.
- NHC Key Laboratory of Cancer Proteomics and Laboratory of Structural Biology, Xiangya Hospital, Central South University, Changsha, China.
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Gulbay G, Secme M, Ilhan H. Exploring the Potential of Thymoquinone-Stabilized Selenium Nanoparticles: In HEC1B Endometrial Cancer Cells Revealing Enhanced Anticancer Efficacy. ACS OMEGA 2023; 8:39822-39829. [PMID: 37901525 PMCID: PMC10601430 DOI: 10.1021/acsomega.3c06028] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/15/2023] [Accepted: 10/02/2023] [Indexed: 10/31/2023]
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The aim of this research is to examine the potential anticancer properties of thymoquinone (TQ)-encapsulated selenium nanoparticles (TQ-SeNPs) in HEC1B endometrial carcinoma cells. TQ-SeNPs were synthesized, and their size, morphology, and elemental analysis were characterized. Morphological changes were examined by using scanning electron microscopy (SEM). The cytotoxicity and viability of nanothymoquinone were assessed by the XTT (2,3-bis (2-methoxy-4-nitro-5-sulfophenyl)-2H-tetrazolium-5 carboxanilide) assay. Gene expressions and protein levels of the mitogen-activated protein kinase (MAPK) signaling pathway were analyzed by real-time PCR and enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay (ELISA), respectively. The decrease in the viability of HEC1B endometrial carcinoma cells was observed in a time- and dose-dependent manner. HEC-1B cells were treated with TQ-SeNP at 40-640 μg/mL concentrations and time intervals, and their viability was assessed by XTT assay. IC50 doses of TQ-SeNP in HEC1B cells were detected as 526.45 μg/mL at 48th hour. ELISA indicated that TQ-SeNP treatment reduced the level of p38 MAPK. ERK2, MEK2, and NFKB (p65) mRNA expressions were decreased in the dose group administered TQ-SeNP at the 48th hour compared to that in the control group. However, it was not significant. The novel nanoparticle showed an antiproliferative effect in endometrial cancer cells. However, further studies are needed to increase the anticancer activity of the cell in the TQ-SeNP interaction.
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- Gonca Gulbay
- Department
of Medical Biology, Faculty of Medicine, Ordu University, Ordu 52200, Turkey
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- Department
of Medical Biology, Faculty of Medicine, Ordu University, Ordu 52200, Turkey
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- Department
of Chemistry, Faculty of Science, Ordu University, Ordu 52200, Turkey
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Casella C, Kiles F, Urquhart C, Michaud DS, Kirwa K, Corlin L. Methylomic, proteomic, and metabolomic correlates of traffic-related air pollution: A systematic review, pathway analysis, and network analysis relating traffic-related air pollution to subclinical and clinical cardiorespiratory outcomes. MEDRXIV : THE PREPRINT SERVER FOR HEALTH SCIENCES 2023:2023.09.30.23296386. [PMID: 37873294 PMCID: PMC10592990 DOI: 10.1101/2023.09.30.23296386] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/25/2023]
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A growing body of literature has attempted to characterize how traffic-related air pollution (TRAP) affects molecular and subclinical biological processes in ways that could lead to cardiorespiratory disease. To provide a streamlined synthesis of what is known about the multiple mechanisms through which TRAP could lead cardiorespiratory pathology, we conducted a systematic review of the epidemiological literature relating TRAP exposure to methylomic, proteomic, and metabolomic biomarkers in adult populations. Using the 139 papers that met our inclusion criteria, we identified the omic biomarkers significantly associated with short- or long-term TRAP and used these biomarkers to conduct pathway and network analyses. We considered the evidence for TRAP-related associations with biological pathways involving lipid metabolism, cellular energy production, amino acid metabolism, inflammation and immunity, coagulation, endothelial function, and oxidative stress. Our analysis suggests that an integrated multi-omics approach may provide critical new insights into the ways TRAP could lead to adverse clinical outcomes. We advocate for efforts to build a more unified approach for characterizing the dynamic and complex biological processes linking TRAP exposure and subclinical and clinical disease, and highlight contemporary challenges and opportunities associated with such efforts.
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- Cameron Casella
- Department of Public Health and Community Medicine, Tufts University School of Medicine, Boston, MA 02111, USA
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- Department of Public Health and Community Medicine, Tufts University School of Medicine, Boston, MA 02111, USA
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- Department of Public Health and Community Medicine, Tufts University School of Medicine, Boston, MA 02111, USA
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- Department of Public Health and Community Medicine, Tufts University School of Medicine, Boston, MA 02111, USA
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- Department of Public Health and Community Medicine, Tufts University School of Medicine, Boston, MA 02111, USA
- Department of Environmental Health, Boston University School of Public Health, Boston, MA, 02118, USA
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- Department of Public Health and Community Medicine, Tufts University School of Medicine, Boston, MA 02111, USA
- Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering, Tufts University School of Engineering, Medford, MA 02155, USA
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Lee Y, Byeon E, Kim DH, Maszczyk P, Wang M, Wu RSS, Jeung HD, Hwang UK, Lee JS. Hypoxia in aquatic invertebrates: Occurrence and phenotypic and molecular responses. AQUATIC TOXICOLOGY (AMSTERDAM, NETHERLANDS) 2023; 263:106685. [PMID: 37690363 DOI: 10.1016/j.aquatox.2023.106685] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/25/2023] [Revised: 08/27/2023] [Accepted: 09/01/2023] [Indexed: 09/12/2023]
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Global deoxygenation in aquatic systems is an increasing environmental problem, and substantial oxygen loss has been reported. Aquatic animals have been continuously exposed to hypoxic environments, so-called "dead zones," in which severe die-offs among organisms are driven by low-oxygen events. Multiple studies of hypoxia exposure have focused on in vivo endpoints, metabolism, oxidative stress, and immune responses in aquatic invertebrates such as molluscs, crustaceans, echinoderms, and cnidarians. They have shown that acute and chronic exposure to hypoxia induces significant decreases in locomotion, respiration, feeding, growth, and reproduction rates. Also, several studies have examined the molecular responses of aquatic invertebrates, such as anaerobic metabolism, reactive oxygen species induction, increased antioxidant enzymes, immune response mechanisms, regulation of hypoxia-inducible factor 1-alpha (HIF-1α) genes, and differently expressed hemoglobin/hemocyanin. The genetic basis of those molecular responses involves HIF-1α pathway genes, which are highly expressed in hypoxic conditions. However, the identification of HIF-1α-related genes and understanding of their applications in some aquatic invertebrates remain inadequate. Also, some species of crustaceans, rotifers, sponges, and ctenophores that lack HIF-1α are thought to have alternative defense mechanisms to cope with hypoxia, but those factors are still unclear. This review covers the formation of hypoxia in aquatic environments and the various adverse effects of hypoxia on aquatic invertebrates. The limitations of current hypoxia research and genetic information about the HIF-1α pathway are also discussed. Finally, this paper explains the underlying processes of the hypoxia response and presents an integrated program for research about the molecular mechanisms of hypoxic stresses in aquatic invertebrates.
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- Yoseop Lee
- Department of Biological Sciences, College of Science, Sungkyunkwan University, Suwon 16419, South Korea
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- Department of Biological Sciences, College of Science, Sungkyunkwan University, Suwon 16419, South Korea
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- Department of Biological Sciences, College of Science, Sungkyunkwan University, Suwon 16419, South Korea
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- Department of Hydrobiology, Institute of Functional Biology and Ecology, Faculty of Biology, University of Warsaw, Żwirki i Wigury 101, Warsaw 02-089, Poland
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- Fujian Provincial Key Laboratory for Coastal Ecology and Environmental Studies/College of the Environment & Ecology, Xiamen University, Xiamen 361102, China
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- Department of Science and Environmental Studies, The Education University of Hong Kong, Hong Kong, China; State Key Laboratory of Marine Pollution, City University of Hong Kong, Kowloon, Hong Kong, China
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- Tidal Flat Research Center, National Institute of Fisheries Science, Gunsan 54001, South Korea
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- Tidal Flat Research Center, National Institute of Fisheries Science, Gunsan 54001, South Korea
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- Department of Biological Sciences, College of Science, Sungkyunkwan University, Suwon 16419, South Korea.
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Cao Q, Wang Q, Wu X, Zhang Q, Huang J, Chen Y, You Y, Qiang Y, Huang X, Qin R, Cao G. A literature review: mechanisms of antitumor pharmacological action of leonurine alkaloid. Front Pharmacol 2023; 14:1272546. [PMID: 37818195 PMCID: PMC10560730 DOI: 10.3389/fphar.2023.1272546] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/04/2023] [Accepted: 09/08/2023] [Indexed: 10/12/2023] Open
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Leonurine refers to the desiccated aerial portion of a plant in the Labiatae family. The primary bioactive constituent of Leonurine is an alkaloid, Leonurine alkaloid (Leo), renowned for its substantial therapeutic efficacy in the treatment of gynecological disorders, in addition to its broad-spectrum antineoplastic capabilities. Over recent years, the pharmacodynamic mechanisms of Leo have garnered escalating scholarly interest. Leo exhibits its anticancer potential by means of an array of mechanisms, encompassing the inhibition of neoplastic cell proliferation, induction of both apoptosis and autophagy, and the containment of oncogenic cell invasion and migration. The key signal transduction pathways implicated in these processes include the Tumor Necrosis Factor-Related Apoptosis-Inducing Ligand (TRAIL), the Phosphoinositide3-Kinase/Serine/Threonine Protein Kinase (PI3K/AKT), the Signal Transducer and Activator of Transcription 3 (STAT3), and the Mitogen-Activated Protein/Extracellular Signal-Regulated Kinase (MAP/ERK). This paper commences with an exploration of the principal oncogenic cellular behaviors influenced by Leo and the associated signal transduction pathways, thereby scrutinizing the mechanisms of Leo in the antineoplastic sequence of events. The intention is to offer theoretical reinforcement for the elucidation of more profound mechanisms underpinning Leo's anticancer potential and correlating pharmaceutical development.
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- Qiang Cao
- Department of Earth Sciences, Kunming University of Science and Technology, Kunming, China
- School of Medicine, Macau University of Science and Technology, Taipa, China
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- Department of Gastroenterology, Affiliated Hospital of Jiangsu University, Jiangsu University, Zhenjiang, China
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- College of Veterinary Medicine, Sichuan Agricultural University, Chengdu, China
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- Undergraduate Department, Taishan University, Taian, China
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- Undergraduate Department, Sichuan Conservatory of Music, Chengdu, China
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- Institute of Medical Information/Library, Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences, Beijing, China
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- Division of Sports Science and Physical Education, Tsinghua University, Beijing, China
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- Department of Earth Sciences, Kunming University of Science and Technology, Kunming, China
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- Faculty of Dentistry, University of Debrecen, Debrecen, Hungary
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- Department of Earth Sciences, Kunming University of Science and Technology, Kunming, China
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- Department of Earth Sciences, Kunming University of Science and Technology, Kunming, China
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Tan Y, Wang Z, Xu M, Li B, Huang Z, Qin S, Nice EC, Tang J, Huang C. Oral squamous cell carcinomas: state of the field and emerging directions. Int J Oral Sci 2023; 15:44. [PMID: 37736748 PMCID: PMC10517027 DOI: 10.1038/s41368-023-00249-w] [Citation(s) in RCA: 11] [Impact Index Per Article: 11.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/02/2023] [Revised: 08/25/2023] [Accepted: 09/04/2023] [Indexed: 09/23/2023] Open
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Oral squamous cell carcinoma (OSCC) develops on the mucosal epithelium of the oral cavity. It accounts for approximately 90% of oral malignancies and impairs appearance, pronunciation, swallowing, and flavor perception. In 2020, 377,713 OSCC cases were reported globally. According to the Global Cancer Observatory (GCO), the incidence of OSCC will rise by approximately 40% by 2040, accompanied by a growth in mortality. Persistent exposure to various risk factors, including tobacco, alcohol, betel quid (BQ), and human papillomavirus (HPV), will lead to the development of oral potentially malignant disorders (OPMDs), which are oral mucosal lesions with an increased risk of developing into OSCC. Complex and multifactorial, the oncogenesis process involves genetic alteration, epigenetic modification, and a dysregulated tumor microenvironment. Although various therapeutic interventions, such as chemotherapy, radiation, immunotherapy, and nanomedicine, have been proposed to prevent or treat OSCC and OPMDs, understanding the mechanism of malignancies will facilitate the identification of therapeutic and prognostic factors, thereby improving the efficacy of treatment for OSCC patients. This review summarizes the mechanisms involved in OSCC. Moreover, the current therapeutic interventions and prognostic methods for OSCC and OPMDs are discussed to facilitate comprehension and provide several prospective outlooks for the fields.
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- Yunhan Tan
- State Key Laboratory of Biotherapy and Cancer Center, West China Hospital, and West China School of Basic Medical Sciences & Forensic Medicine, Sichuan University, and Collaborative Innovation Center for Biotherapy, Chengdu, China
- West China Hospital of Stomatology, Sichuan University, Chengdu, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Biotherapy and Cancer Center, West China Hospital, and West China School of Basic Medical Sciences & Forensic Medicine, Sichuan University, and Collaborative Innovation Center for Biotherapy, Chengdu, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Biotherapy and Cancer Center, West China Hospital, and West China School of Basic Medical Sciences & Forensic Medicine, Sichuan University, and Collaborative Innovation Center for Biotherapy, Chengdu, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Biotherapy and Cancer Center, West China Hospital, and West China School of Basic Medical Sciences & Forensic Medicine, Sichuan University, and Collaborative Innovation Center for Biotherapy, Chengdu, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Biotherapy and Cancer Center, West China Hospital, and West China School of Basic Medical Sciences & Forensic Medicine, Sichuan University, and Collaborative Innovation Center for Biotherapy, Chengdu, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Biotherapy and Cancer Center, West China Hospital, and West China School of Basic Medical Sciences & Forensic Medicine, Sichuan University, and Collaborative Innovation Center for Biotherapy, Chengdu, China
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- Department of Biochemistry and Molecular Biology, Monash University, Clayton, VIC, Australia
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- Department of Radiology, West China Hospital, Sichuan University, Chengdu, China.
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- State Key Laboratory of Biotherapy and Cancer Center, West China Hospital, and West China School of Basic Medical Sciences & Forensic Medicine, Sichuan University, and Collaborative Innovation Center for Biotherapy, Chengdu, China.
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Aghaei-Zarch SM, Nia AHS, Nouri M, Mousavinasab F, Najafi S, Bagheri-Mohammadi S, Aghaei-Zarch F, Toolabi A, Rasoulzadeh H, Ghanavi J, Moghadam MN, Talebi M. The impact of particulate matters on apoptosis in various organs: Mechanistic and therapeutic perspectives. Biomed Pharmacother 2023; 165:115054. [PMID: 37379642 DOI: 10.1016/j.biopha.2023.115054] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/11/2023] [Revised: 06/12/2023] [Accepted: 06/21/2023] [Indexed: 06/30/2023] Open
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Ecological air contamination is the non-homogenous suspension of insoluble particles into gas or/and liquid fluids known as particulate matter (PM). It has been discovered that exposure to PM can cause serious cellular defects, followed by tissue damage known as cellular stress. Apoptosis is a homeostatic and regulated phenomenon associated with distinguished physiological actions inclusive of organ and tissue generation, aging, and development. Moreover, it has been proposed that the deregulation of apoptotic performs an active role in the occurrence of many disorders, such as autoimmune disease, neurodegenerative, and malignant, in the human population. Recent studies have shown that PMs mainly modulate multiple signaling pathways involved in apoptosis, including MAPK, PI3K/Akt, JAK/STAT, NFκB, Endoplasmic Stress, and ATM/P53, leading to apoptosis dysregulation and apoptosis-related pathological conditions. Here, the recently published data concerning the effect of PM on the apoptosis of various organs, with a particular focus on the importance of apoptosis as a component in PM-induced toxicity and human disease development, is carefully discussed. Moreover, the review also highlighted the various therapeutic approaches, including small molecules, miRNA replacement therapy, vitamins, and PDRN, for treating diseases caused by PM toxicity. Notably, researchers have considered medicinal herbs a potential treatment for PM-induced toxicity due to their fewer side effects. So, in the final section, we analyzed the performance of some natural products for inhibition and intervention of apoptosis arising from PM-induced toxicity.
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- Seyed Mohsen Aghaei-Zarch
- Department of Medical Genetics, School of Medicine, Shahid Beheshti University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
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- Division of Animal Sciences, Department of Biological Sciences and Technology, University of Isfahan, Isfahan, Iran
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- School of Medicine, Mashhad University of Medical Sciences, Mashhad, Iran
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- Department of Immunology, School of Medicine, Shahid Beheshti University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
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- Department of Medical Biotechnology, School of Advanced Technologies in Medicine, Shahid Beheshti University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
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- Department of Physiology and Neurophysiology Research Center, School of Medicine, Shahid Beheshti University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
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- Environmental Health Research Center, School of Health and Nutrition, Lorestan University of Medical Sciences, Khorramabad, Iran
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- Department of Environmental Health Engineering, School of Public Health, Bam University of Medical Sciences, Bam, Iran.
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- Mycobacteriology Research Center, National Research Institute of Tuberculosis and Lung Disease, Shahid Beheshti University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran.
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- Department of Medical Genetics, School of Medicine, Shahid Sadoughi University of Medical Sciences, Yazd, Iran.
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Xu J, Li Y, Kang M, Chang C, Wei H, Zhang C, Chen Y. Multiple forms of cell death: A focus on the PI3K/AKT pathway. J Cell Physiol 2023; 238:2026-2038. [PMID: 37565518 DOI: 10.1002/jcp.31087] [Citation(s) in RCA: 8] [Impact Index Per Article: 8.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/09/2023] [Revised: 07/10/2023] [Accepted: 07/17/2023] [Indexed: 08/12/2023]
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Cell death is a natural biological process that occurs in living organisms. Since 1963, extensive research has shed light on the occurrence, progress, and final outcome of cell death. According to different cell phenotypes, it is classified into different types, including apoptosis, pyroptosis, necroptosis, autophagy, ferroptosis, cuproptosis, and so on. However, regardless of the form of cell death, what we ultimately expect is the disappearance of abnormal cells, such as tumor cells, while normal cells survive. As a result, it is vital to investigate the details of cell death, including death triggers, potent regulators, and executioners. Although significant progress has been made in understanding molecular pathways of cell death, many aspects remain unclear because of the complex regulatory networks in cells. Among them, the phosphoinositide-3-kinase (PI3K)/protein kinase B(AKT) pathway is discovered to be a crucial regulator of the cell death process. AKT, as a proto-oncogene, has become a major focus of attention in the medical community due to its role in regulating a multiplicity of cellular functions counting metabolism, immunity, proliferation, survival, transcription, and protein synthesis. Here, we explored the connection between the PI3K/AKT pathway and cell death, aiming to enhance our comprehension of the mechanism underlying this process. Such knowledge may pave the way for the subsequent development of more effective disease treatments, such as finding suitable targets for drug intervention.
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- Jiawei Xu
- Department of Medical Science Research Center, Peihua University, Xi'an, Shaanxi, China
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- Department of Medical Science Research Center, Peihua University, Xi'an, Shaanxi, China
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- Department of Medical Science Research Center, Peihua University, Xi'an, Shaanxi, China
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- Department of Medical Science Research Center, Peihua University, Xi'an, Shaanxi, China
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- Department of Rehabilitation Teaching and Research, Xi'an Siyuan University, Xi'an, China
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Xiangya Hospital, Central South University, Changsha, China
- The Institute of Skull Base Surgery and Neurooncology at Hunan Province, Changsha, China
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Life Science Research Laboratory, Bijie Traditional Chinese Medicine Hospital, Bijie, China
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Saleh EAM, Al-Dolaimy F, Qasim Almajidi Y, Baymakov S, Kader M MA, Ullah MI, Abbas AHR, Khlewee IH, Bisht YS, Alsaalamy AH. Oxidative stress affects the beginning of the growth of cancer cells through a variety of routes. Pathol Res Pract 2023; 249:154664. [PMID: 37573621 DOI: 10.1016/j.prp.2023.154664] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/16/2023] [Revised: 06/30/2023] [Accepted: 07/01/2023] [Indexed: 08/15/2023]
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Oxidative stress is a physiological condition that occurs when there is an imbalance between the production of reactive oxygen species (ROS) and the cell's antioxidant defense system. ROS are highly reactive molecules that can cause damage to cellular structures such as DNA, proteins, and lipids. the regulation of ROS levels and the antioxidant defense system is crucial for cancer prevention and treatment. Strategies to enhance antioxidant defenses or induce oxidative stress selectively in cancer cells are being developed as potential therapeutic approaches. targeting oxidative stress in cancer treatment is an active area of research with several potential therapeutic approaches being investigated. Developing selective and effective therapies that target oxidative stress in cancer cells while sparing normal cells will be crucial for improving cancer treatment outcomes.
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- Ebraheem Abdu Musad Saleh
- Department of Chemistry, Prince Sattam Bin Abdulaziz University,College of Arts and Science, Wadi Al-Dawasir 11991, Saudi Arabia.
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- Department of General surgery and Military-Field surgery, Tashkent State Dental Institute, Tashkent, Uzbekistan; Department of Scientific affairs, Samarkand State Dental Institute, Samarkand, Uzbekistan.
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- Department Restorative Dental science, College of Dentistry, King Khalid University, Abha, Saudi Arabia
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- Department of Clinical Laboratory Sciences, College of Applied Medical Sciences, Jouf University Sakaka, 72388 Aljouf, Saudi Arabia
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- College of technical engineering, the Islamic University, Najaf, Iraq; College of technical engineering, the Islamic University of Al Diwaniyah, Iraq; College of technical engineering, the Islamic University of Babylon, Iraq
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- Department of Prosthodontics, College of Health and Medical Technololgy, Al-Ayen University, Thi-Qar, Iraq
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- Uttaranchal Institute of Technology, Uttaranchal University, Dehradun 248007, India
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- College of technical engineering, Imam Ja'afar Al-Sadiq University, Al-Muthanna 66002, Iraq
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Taghehchian N, Samsami Y, Maharati A, Zangouei AS, Boroumand-Noughabi S, Moghbeli M. Molecular biology of microRNA-342 during tumor progression and invasion. Pathol Res Pract 2023; 248:154672. [PMID: 37413875 DOI: 10.1016/j.prp.2023.154672] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/02/2023] [Accepted: 07/02/2023] [Indexed: 07/08/2023]
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Cancer is considered as one of the main causes of human deaths and health challenges in the world. Various factors are involved in the high death rate of cancer patients, including late diagnosis and drug resistance that result in treatment failure and tumor recurrence. Invasive diagnostic methods are one of the main reasons of late tumor detection in cancer patients. Therefore, it is necessary to investigate the molecular tumor biology to introduce efficient non-invasive markers. MicroRNAs (miRNAs) are involved in regulation of the cellular mechanisms such as cell proliferation, apoptosis, and migration. MiRNAs deregulations have been also frequently shown in different tumor types. Here, we discussed the molecular mechanisms of miR-342 during tumor growth. MiR-342 mainly functions as a tumor suppressor by the regulation of transcription factors and signaling pathways such as WNT, PI3K/AKT, NF-kB, and MAPK. Therefore, miR-342 mimics can be used as a reliable therapeutic strategy to inhibit the tumor cells growth. The present review can also pave the way to introduce the miR-342 as a non-invasive diagnostic/prognostic marker in cancer patients.
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- Negin Taghehchian
- Medical Genetics Research Center, Mashhad University of Medical Sciences, Mashhad, Iran
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- Department of Medical Genetics and Molecular Medicine, School of Medicine, Mashhad University of Medical Sciences, Mashhad, Iran
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- Student Research Committee, Faculty of Medicine, Mashhad University of Medical Sciences, Mashhad, Iran
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- Student Research Committee, Faculty of Medicine, Mashhad University of Medical Sciences, Mashhad, Iran
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- Department of Hematology and Blood Bank, School of Medicine, Mashhad University of Medical Sciences, Mashhad, Iran
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- Department of Medical Genetics and Molecular Medicine, School of Medicine, Mashhad University of Medical Sciences, Mashhad, Iran.
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Shoeibi A, Karimi E, Zareian M, Oskoueian E. Enhancing Healthcare Outcomes and Modulating Apoptosis- and Antioxidant-Related Genes through the Nano-Phytosomal Delivery of Phenolics Extracted from Allium ampeloprasum. Genes (Basel) 2023; 14:1547. [PMID: 37628599 PMCID: PMC10454362 DOI: 10.3390/genes14081547] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/12/2023] [Revised: 07/17/2023] [Accepted: 07/26/2023] [Indexed: 08/27/2023] Open
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The application of nano drug delivery systems, particularly those utilizing natural bioactive compounds with anticancer properties, has gained significant attention. In this study, a novel nano-phytosome-loaded phenolic rich fraction (PRF) derived from Allium ampeloprasum L. was developed. The antitumor activity of the formulation was evaluated in BALB/c mice with TUBO colon carcinoma. The PRF-loaded nano-phytosome (PRF-NPs) exhibited a sphere-shaped structure (226 nm) and contained a diverse range of phenolic compounds. Animal trials conducted on TUBO tumor-bearing mice demonstrated that treatment with PRF-NPs at a dosage of 50 mg TPC/Kg/BW resulted in significant improvements in body weight and food intake, while reducing liver enzymes and lipid peroxidation. The expression of apoptosis-related genes, such as Bax and caspase-3, was upregulated, whereas Bcl2 was significantly downregulated (p < 0.05). Furthermore, the expression of GPx and SOD genes in the liver was notably increased compared to the control group. The findings suggest that the phytosomal encapsulation of the phenolic rich fraction derived from Allium ampeloprasum L. can enhance the bioavailability of natural phytochemicals and improve their antitumor properties. The development of PRF-NPs as a nano drug delivery system holds promise for effective breast cancer treatment.
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- Ali Shoeibi
- Department of Biology, Mashhad Branch, Islamic Azad University, Mashhad, Iran
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- Department of Biology, Mashhad Branch, Islamic Azad University, Mashhad, Iran
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- Department of Life Sciences, Chalmers University of Technology, Göteborg, Sweden
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- Industrial and Mineral Research Center, Arka Industrial Cluster, Mashhad, Iran
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Monmai C, Kim JS, Chin JH, Lee S, Baek SH. Inhibitory Effects of Polyphenol- and Flavonoid-Enriched Rice Seed Extract on Melanogenesis in Melan-a Cells via MAPK Signaling-Mediated MITF Downregulation. Int J Mol Sci 2023; 24:11841. [PMID: 37511600 PMCID: PMC10380342 DOI: 10.3390/ijms241411841] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/30/2023] [Revised: 07/21/2023] [Accepted: 07/21/2023] [Indexed: 07/30/2023] Open
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Melanin production is an important process that prevents the host skin from harmful ultraviolet radiation; however, an overproduction of melanin results in skin diseases. In the present study, we determined the antioxidative and anti-melanogenic activities of polyphenol- and flavonoid-enriched rice seed extracts in melan-a cells. The polyphenol and flavonoid content of Hopum (HP) and Sebok (SB) rice seed extracts was measured. The antioxidant capacity was determined using the ABTS radical scavenging method. SB contained high amounts of polyphenols and flavonoids, which significantly increased antioxidative activity compared with HP. Various concentrations of these extracts were evaluated in a cytotoxicity using melan-a cells. At 100 µg/mL, there was no significant difference for all treatments compared with untreated cells. Therefore, 100 µg/mL was selected as a concentration for the further experiments. SB significantly suppressed the phosphorylation/activation of p-38 MAPK, increased the expression of phosphorylated ERK 1/2 and Akt, and downregulated the microphthalmia-associated transcription factor (MITF). This resulted in decreased levels of tyrosinase and tyrosinase-related protein-1 and -2. These results indicate the potential of polyphenol- and flavonoid-enriched rice seed as a treatment for hyperpigmentation.
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- Chaiwat Monmai
- Department of Agricultural Life Science, Sunchon National University, Suncheon 59722, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Agricultural Life Science, Sunchon National University, Suncheon 59722, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Integrative Biological Sciences and Industry, Sejong University, Seoul 05006, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Plant Science and Technology, Chung-Ang University, Anseong 17546, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Agricultural Life Science, Sunchon National University, Suncheon 59722, Republic of Korea
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Willis JA, Cheburkanov V, Yakovlev VV. High-Dose Photodynamic Therapy Increases Tau Protein Signals in Drosophila. IEEE JOURNAL OF SELECTED TOPICS IN QUANTUM ELECTRONICS : A PUBLICATION OF THE IEEE LASERS AND ELECTRO-OPTICS SOCIETY 2023; 29:7201108. [PMID: 38327699 PMCID: PMC10846862 DOI: 10.1109/jstqe.2023.3270403] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 02/09/2024]
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Amyloid-Detection and imaging of amyloid-β plaques (Aβ) has been a focus in the field of neurodegeneration (ND) due to the high correlation with Parkinson's and Alzheimer's diseases. Here, a novel approach is being proposed and developed to induce and assess those diseases. Photodynamic therapy (PDT) is applied to the fruit fly Drosophila melanogaster as a model of systemic oxidative stress to induce rapid Aβ accumulation. Excised brains are evaluated by Brillouin-Raman spectroscopy and microscopy with UV surface emissions (MUSE) to interrogate physical property changes due to fixation and high-dose PDT. MUSE reveals reasonable autofluorescence in the spectral range of Aβ, particularly for females, with increased signal once stained. A presence of significant mechanical changes in fresh brains treated with PDT compared to healthy controls is revealed using Brillouin spectroscopy. Aβ plaque presence was confirmed with confocal analysis, with female PDT flies yielding nearly four-fold the mean intensity of controls, thus marking PDT as a potential neurodegenerative disease model. MUSE may serve as a viable early screening method for Aβ presence and quantification in a research setting. This reduces the time for sample preparation and drastically decreases the cost of Aβ quantification.
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- Jace A. Willis
- Department of Biomedical Engineering at Texas A&M University, TX 77840, USA
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- Departments of Biomedical Engineering and Physics at Texas A&M University, TX 77840, USA
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Duan Y, Du Y, Mu Y, Gu Z, Wang C. Expression, prognostic value and mechanism of SP100 family in pancreatic adenocarcinoma. Aging (Albany NY) 2023; 15:5569-5591. [PMID: 37354211 PMCID: PMC10333092 DOI: 10.18632/aging.204811] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/14/2022] [Accepted: 05/23/2023] [Indexed: 06/26/2023]
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BACKGROUND Pancreatic adenocarcinoma (PAAD) is one of the most aggressive malignancies with a very poor prognosis. Exploring more therapeutic targets and prognostic biomarkers is of great significance to improve the prognosis of PAAD patients. Increasing evidence supports that the speckled protein (SP) 100 family is associated with human cancer and immune disorders. However, the function of the SP100 family members in PAAD is still unclear. METHODS R, Cytoscape, cBioPortal, and other software and online databases were used to comprehensively analyze the expression characteristics, prognostic value, and oncogenic mechanism of the SP100 family in PAAD. RESULTS The high expression of SP100 family members in PAAD was significantly correlated with poor clinicopathological features and poor prognosis of PAAD patients. Mechanistically, TP53 mutations were significantly associated with the expression levels of the SP100 family members, which were significantly coexpressed with M6A methylation regulators and were activated in multiple oncogenic pathways, including the EMT pathways. Moreover, we found that their expression levels were significantly correlated with the sensitivity of multiple traditional chemotherapeutic drugs. CONCLUSION The SP100 family is closely related to the occurrence and development of PAAD and can be used as a new biomarker and therapeutic target for patients with PAAD.
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- Yunjie Duan
- State Key Lab of Molecular Oncology and Department of Pancreatic and Gastric Surgery, National Cancer Center/National Clinical Research Center for Cancer/Cancer Hospital, Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences and Peking Union Medical College, Beijing, China
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- State Key Lab of Molecular Oncology and Department of Pancreatic and Gastric Surgery, National Cancer Center/National Clinical Research Center for Cancer/Cancer Hospital, Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences and Peking Union Medical College, Beijing, China
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- State Key Lab of Molecular Oncology and Department of Pancreatic and Gastric Surgery, National Cancer Center/National Clinical Research Center for Cancer/Cancer Hospital, Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences and Peking Union Medical College, Beijing, China
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- Department of Hepatobiliary and Pancreatic Surgery and Minimally Invasive Surgery, Zhejiang Provincial People’s Hospital, Hangzhou Medical College, Hangzhou, Zhejiang, China
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- State Key Lab of Molecular Oncology and Department of Pancreatic and Gastric Surgery, National Cancer Center/National Clinical Research Center for Cancer/Cancer Hospital, Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences and Peking Union Medical College, Beijing, China
- Shanxi Province Cancer Hospital/Shanxi Hospital Affiliated to Cancer Hospital, Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences/Cancer Hospital Affiliated to Shanxi Medical University, Taiyuan, Shanxi, China
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Nguyen TV, Vo CT, Vo VM, Nguyen CTT, Pham TM, Piao CH, Fan YJ, Chai OH, Bui TT. Phaeanthus vietnamensis Ban Ameliorates Lower Airway Inflammation in Experimental Asthmatic Mouse Model via Nrf2/HO-1 and MAPK Signaling Pathway. Antioxidants (Basel) 2023; 12:1301. [PMID: 37372031 DOI: 10.3390/antiox12061301] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/25/2023] [Revised: 06/13/2023] [Accepted: 06/14/2023] [Indexed: 06/29/2023] Open
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Asthma is a chronic airway inflammatory disease listed as one of the top global health problems. Phaeanthus vietnamensis BÂN is a well-known medicinal plant in Vietnam with its anti-oxidant, anti-microbial, anti-inflammatory potential, and gastro-protective properties. However, there is no study about P. vietnamensis extract (PVE) on asthma disease. Here, an OVA-induced asthma mouse model was established to evaluate the anti-inflammatory and anti-asthmatic effects and possible mechanisms of PVE. BALB/c mice were sensitized by injecting 50 μg OVA into the peritoneal and challenged by nebulization with 5% OVA. Mice were orally administered various doses of PVE once daily (50, 100, 200 mg/kg) or dexamethasone (Dex; 2.5 mg/kg) or Saline 1 h before the OVA challenge. The cell infiltrated in the bronchoalveolar lavage fluid (BALF) was analyzed; levels of OVA-specific immunoglobulins in serum, cytokines, and transcription factors in the BALF were measured, and lung histopathology was evaluated. PVE, especially PVE 200mg/kg dose, could improve asthma exacerbation by balancing the Th1/Th2 ratio, reducing inflammatory cells in BALF, depressing serum anti-specific OVA IgE, anti-specific OVA IgG1, histamine levels, and retrieving lung histology. Moreover, the PVE treatment group significantly increased the expressions of antioxidant enzymes Nrf2 and HO-1 in the lung tissue and the level of those antioxidant enzymes in the BALF, decreasing the oxidative stress marker MDA level in the BALF, leading to the relieving the activation of MAPK signaling in asthmatic condition. The present study demonstrated that Phaeanthus vietnamensis BÂN, traditionally used in Vietnam as a medicinal plant, may be used as an efficacious agent for treating asthmatic disease.
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- Thi Van Nguyen
- Department of Anatomy, Jeonbuk National University Medical School, Jeonju 54896, Jeonbuk, Republic of Korea
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- Faculty of Biology and Environmental Science, University of Science and Education, The University of Danang, Danang 59000, Vietnam
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- Faculty of Biology and Environmental Science, University of Science and Education, The University of Danang, Danang 59000, Vietnam
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- Faculty of Biology and Environmental Science, University of Science and Education, The University of Danang, Danang 59000, Vietnam
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- Faculty of Biology and Environmental Science, University of Science and Education, The University of Danang, Danang 59000, Vietnam
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- Department of Anatomy, Jeonbuk National University Medical School, Jeonju 54896, Jeonbuk, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Anatomy, Jeonbuk National University Medical School, Jeonju 54896, Jeonbuk, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Anatomy, Jeonbuk National University Medical School, Jeonju 54896, Jeonbuk, Republic of Korea
- Institute for Medical Sciences, Jeonbuk National University, Jeonju 54896, Jeonbuk, Republic of Korea
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- Faculty of Biology and Environmental Science, University of Science and Education, The University of Danang, Danang 59000, Vietnam
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Hernández ÁP, Iglesias-Anciones L, Vaquero-González JJ, Piñol R, Criado JJ, Rodriguez E, Juanes-Velasco P, García-Vaquero ML, Arias-Hidalgo C, Orfao A, Millán Á, Fuentes M. Enhancement of Tumor Cell Immunogenicity and Antitumor Properties Derived from Platinum-Conjugated Iron Nanoparticles. Cancers (Basel) 2023; 15:3204. [PMID: 37370813 DOI: 10.3390/cancers15123204] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/15/2023] [Revised: 06/09/2023] [Accepted: 06/13/2023] [Indexed: 06/29/2023] Open
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From chemistry design to clinical application, several approaches have been developed to overcome platinum drawbacks in antitumoral therapies. An in-depth understanding of intracellular signaling may hold the key to the relationship of both conventional drugs and nanoparticles. Within these strategies, first, nanotechnology has become an essential tool in oncotherapy, improving biopharmaceutical properties and providing new immunomodulatory profiles to conventional drugs mediated by activation of endoplasmic reticulum (ER) stress. Secondly, functional proteomics techniques based on microarrays have proven to be a successful method for high throughput screening of proteins and profiling of biomolecule mechanisms of action. Here, we conducted a systematic characterization of the antitumor profile of a platinum compound conjugated with iron oxide nanoparticles (IONPs). As a result of the nano-conjugation, cytotoxic and proteomics profiles revealed a significant improvement in the antitumor properties of the starting material, providing selectivity in certain tumor cell lines tested. Moreover, cell death patterns associated with immunogenic cell death (ICD) response have also been identified when ER signaling pathways have been triggered. The evaluation in several tumor cell lines and the analysis by functional proteomics techniques have shown novel perspectives on the design of new cisplatin-derived conjugates, the high value of IONPs as drug delivery systems and ICD as a rewarding approach for targeted oncotherapy and onco-immunotherapies.
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- Ángela-Patricia Hernández
- Department of Medicine and General Cytometry Service-Nucleus, CIBERONC CB16/12/00400, Cancer Research Centre (IBMCC/CSIC/USAL/IBSAL), IBSAL, University of Salamanca-CSIC, Campus Miguel de Unamuno, s/n, 37007 Salamanca, Spain
- Department of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Organic Chemistry Section, Faculty of Pharmacy, University of Salamanca, Campus Miguel de Unamuno, s/n, 37007 Salamanca, Spain
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- Department of Medicine and General Cytometry Service-Nucleus, CIBERONC CB16/12/00400, Cancer Research Centre (IBMCC/CSIC/USAL/IBSAL), IBSAL, University of Salamanca-CSIC, Campus Miguel de Unamuno, s/n, 37007 Salamanca, Spain
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- Department of Medicine and General Cytometry Service-Nucleus, CIBERONC CB16/12/00400, Cancer Research Centre (IBMCC/CSIC/USAL/IBSAL), IBSAL, University of Salamanca-CSIC, Campus Miguel de Unamuno, s/n, 37007 Salamanca, Spain
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- Institute of Nanoscience and Materials of Aragon (INMA), CSIC-University of Zaragoza, 50009 Zaragoza, Spain
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- Department of Inorganic Chemistry, Faculty of Chemical Sciences, Plaza de los Caídos, s/n, 37008 Salamanca, Spain
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- Department of Inorganic Chemistry, Faculty of Chemical Sciences, Plaza de los Caídos, s/n, 37008 Salamanca, Spain
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- Department of Medicine and General Cytometry Service-Nucleus, CIBERONC CB16/12/00400, Cancer Research Centre (IBMCC/CSIC/USAL/IBSAL), IBSAL, University of Salamanca-CSIC, Campus Miguel de Unamuno, s/n, 37007 Salamanca, Spain
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- Department of Medicine and General Cytometry Service-Nucleus, CIBERONC CB16/12/00400, Cancer Research Centre (IBMCC/CSIC/USAL/IBSAL), IBSAL, University of Salamanca-CSIC, Campus Miguel de Unamuno, s/n, 37007 Salamanca, Spain
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- Department of Medicine and General Cytometry Service-Nucleus, CIBERONC CB16/12/00400, Cancer Research Centre (IBMCC/CSIC/USAL/IBSAL), IBSAL, University of Salamanca-CSIC, Campus Miguel de Unamuno, s/n, 37007 Salamanca, Spain
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- Department of Medicine and General Cytometry Service-Nucleus, CIBERONC CB16/12/00400, Cancer Research Centre (IBMCC/CSIC/USAL/IBSAL), IBSAL, University of Salamanca-CSIC, Campus Miguel de Unamuno, s/n, 37007 Salamanca, Spain
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- Institute of Nanoscience and Materials of Aragon (INMA), CSIC-University of Zaragoza, 50009 Zaragoza, Spain
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- Department of Medicine and General Cytometry Service-Nucleus, CIBERONC CB16/12/00400, Cancer Research Centre (IBMCC/CSIC/USAL/IBSAL), IBSAL, University of Salamanca-CSIC, Campus Miguel de Unamuno, s/n, 37007 Salamanca, Spain
- Proteomics Unit, Cancer Research Centre (IBMCC/CSIC/USAL/IBSAL), 37007 Salamanca, Spain
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Sun J, Xia F, Zhang S, Zhang B, Guan Y, Hu X, Xue P, Yang S, Zhou Y, Ling D, Li F. A Selective Nano Cell Cycle Checkpoint Inhibitor Overcomes Leukemia Chemoresistance. SMALL (WEINHEIM AN DER BERGSTRASSE, GERMANY) 2023; 19:e2300736. [PMID: 37029565 DOI: 10.1002/smll.202300736] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/26/2023] [Revised: 03/17/2023] [Indexed: 06/19/2023]
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Cell cycle checkpoint activation promotes DNA damage repair, which is highly associated with the chemoresistance of various cancers including acute myeloid leukemia (AML). Selective cell cycle checkpoint inhibitors are strongly demanded to overcome chemoresistance, but remain unexplored. A selective nano cell cycle checkpoint inhibitor (NCCI: citric acid capped ultra-small iron oxide nanoparticles) that can catalytically inhibit the cell cycle checkpoint of AML to boost the chemotherapeutic efficacy of genotoxic agents is now reported. NCCI can selectively accumulate in AML cells and convert H2 O2 to • OH to cleave heat shock protein 90, leading to the degradation of ataxia telangiectasia and Rad3-related proteinand checkpoint kinase 1, and the subsequent dysfunction of the G2/M checkpoint. Consequently, NCCI revitalizes the anti-AML efficacy of cytarabine that is previously ineffective both in vitro and in vivo. This study offers new insights into designing selective cell cycle checkpoint inhibitors for biomedical applications.
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- Jie Sun
- Bone Marrow Transplantation Center, the First Affiliated Hospital, Zhejiang University School of Medicine, Liangzhu LaboratoryZhejiang University Medical CenterInstitute of Hematology, Zhejiang University, Hangzhou, 310058, China
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- Institute of Pharmaceutics, Hangzhou Institute of Innovative Medicine, College of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Zhejiang University, Hangzhou, 310058, China
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- Bone Marrow Transplantation Center, the First Affiliated Hospital, Zhejiang University School of Medicine, Liangzhu LaboratoryZhejiang University Medical CenterInstitute of Hematology, Zhejiang University, Hangzhou, 310058, China
- Institute of Pharmaceutics, Hangzhou Institute of Innovative Medicine, College of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Zhejiang University, Hangzhou, 310058, China
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- Frontiers Science Center for Transformative Molecules, School of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, National Center for Translational Medicine, State Key Laboratory of Oncogenes and Related Genes, Shanghai Jiao Tong University, Shanghai, 200240, China
- WLA Laboratories, Shanghai, 201203, China
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- Institute of Pharmaceutics, Hangzhou Institute of Innovative Medicine, College of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Zhejiang University, Hangzhou, 310058, China
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- Institute of Pharmaceutics, Hangzhou Institute of Innovative Medicine, College of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Zhejiang University, Hangzhou, 310058, China
- Frontiers Science Center for Transformative Molecules, School of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, National Center for Translational Medicine, State Key Laboratory of Oncogenes and Related Genes, Shanghai Jiao Tong University, Shanghai, 200240, China
- School of Pharmacy, Anhui University of Chinese Medicine, Hefei, 230012, China
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- Institute of Pharmaceutics, Hangzhou Institute of Innovative Medicine, College of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Zhejiang University, Hangzhou, 310058, China
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- Institute of Pharmaceutics, Hangzhou Institute of Innovative Medicine, College of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Zhejiang University, Hangzhou, 310058, China
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- Institute of Pharmaceutics, Hangzhou Institute of Innovative Medicine, College of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Zhejiang University, Hangzhou, 310058, China
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- Institute of Pharmaceutics, Hangzhou Institute of Innovative Medicine, College of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Zhejiang University, Hangzhou, 310058, China
- Frontiers Science Center for Transformative Molecules, School of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, National Center for Translational Medicine, State Key Laboratory of Oncogenes and Related Genes, Shanghai Jiao Tong University, Shanghai, 200240, China
- WLA Laboratories, Shanghai, 201203, China
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- Institute of Pharmaceutics, Hangzhou Institute of Innovative Medicine, College of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Zhejiang University, Hangzhou, 310058, China
- Frontiers Science Center for Transformative Molecules, School of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, National Center for Translational Medicine, State Key Laboratory of Oncogenes and Related Genes, Shanghai Jiao Tong University, Shanghai, 200240, China
- WLA Laboratories, Shanghai, 201203, China
- Key Laboratory of Precision Diagnosis and Treatment for Hepatobiliary and Pancreatic Tumor of Zhejiang Province, Hangzhou, 310009, China
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Zhang FL, Li WD, Zhang G, Zhang M, Liu ZJ, Zhu KX, Liu QC, Zhang SE, Shen W, Zhang XF. Identification of unique transcriptomic signatures through integrated multispecies comparative analysis and WGCNA in bovine oocyte development. BMC Genomics 2023; 24:265. [PMID: 37202739 DOI: 10.1186/s12864-023-09362-w] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/06/2022] [Accepted: 05/06/2023] [Indexed: 05/20/2023] Open
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BACKGROUND Cattle (Bos taurus) are a major large livestock, however, compared with other species, the transcriptional specificity of bovine oocyte development has not been emphasised. RESULTS To reveal the unique transcriptional signatures of bovine oocyte development, we used integrated multispecies comparative analysis and weighted gene co-expression network analysis (WGCNA) to perform bioinformatic analysis of the germinal follicle (GV) and second meiosis (MII) gene expression profile from cattle, sheep, pigs and mice. We found that the expression levels of most genes were down-regulated from GV to MII in all species. Next, the multispecies comparative analysis showed more genes involved in the regulation of cAMP signalling during bovine oocyte development. Moreover, the green module identified by WGCNA was closely related to bovine oocyte development. Finally, integrated multispecies comparative analysis and WGCNA picked up 61 bovine-specific signature genes that participate in metabolic regulation and steroid hormone biosynthesis. CONCLUSION In a short, this study provides new insights into the regulation of cattle oocyte development from a cross-species comparison.
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- Fa-Li Zhang
- College of Veterinary Medicine, Qingdao Agricultural University, Qingdao, 266100, China
- College of Life Sciences, Key Laboratory of Animal Reproduction and Biotechnology in Universities of Shandong, Qingdao Agricultural University, Qingdao, 266109, China
- College of Animal Science and Veterinary Medicine, Shandong Agricultural University, Tai'an, 271018, China
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- Advanced Medical Research Institute, Shandong University, Jinan, Shandong, China
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- College of Life Sciences, Key Laboratory of Animal Reproduction and Biotechnology in Universities of Shandong, Qingdao Agricultural University, Qingdao, 266109, China
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- College of Animal Science and Veterinary Medicine, Shandong Agricultural University, Tai'an, 271018, China
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- College of Animal Science and Technology, Nanjing Agricultural University, Nanjing, 210095, China
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- College of Life Sciences, Key Laboratory of Animal Reproduction and Biotechnology in Universities of Shandong, Qingdao Agricultural University, Qingdao, 266109, China
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- College of Life Sciences, Key Laboratory of Animal Reproduction and Biotechnology in Universities of Shandong, Qingdao Agricultural University, Qingdao, 266109, China
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- Animal Husbandry General Station of Shandong Province, Jinan, 250010, China
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- College of Life Sciences, Key Laboratory of Animal Reproduction and Biotechnology in Universities of Shandong, Qingdao Agricultural University, Qingdao, 266109, China
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- College of Veterinary Medicine, Qingdao Agricultural University, Qingdao, 266100, China.
- Qingdao Longming Cattle Industry Co., Ltd, Qingdao, China.
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Luo D, Mladenov E, Soni A, Stuschke M, Iliakis G. The p38/MK2 Pathway Functions as Chk1-Backup Downstream of ATM/ATR in G 2-Checkpoint Activation in Cells Exposed to Ionizing Radiation. Cells 2023; 12:1387. [PMID: 37408221 DOI: 10.3390/cells12101387] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/21/2023] [Revised: 05/06/2023] [Accepted: 05/11/2023] [Indexed: 07/07/2023] Open
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We have recently reported that in G2-phase cells (but not S-phase cells) sustaining low loads of DNA double-strand break (DSBs), ATM and ATR regulate the G2-checkpoint epistatically, with ATR at the output-node, interfacing with the cell cycle through Chk1. However, although inhibition of ATR nearly completely abrogated the checkpoint, inhibition of Chk1 using UCN-01 generated only partial responses. This suggested that additional kinases downstream of ATR were involved in the transmission of the signal to the cell cycle engine. Additionally, the broad spectrum of kinases inhibited by UCN-01 pointed to uncertainties in the interpretation that warranted further investigations. Here, we show that more specific Chk1 inhibitors exert an even weaker effect on G2-checkpoint, as compared to ATR inhibitors and UCN-01, and identify the MAPK p38α and its downstream target MK2 as checkpoint effectors operating as backup to Chk1. These observations further expand the spectrum of p38/MK2 signaling to G2-checkpoint activation, extend similar studies in cells exposed to other DNA damaging agents and consolidate a role of p38/MK2 as a backup kinase module, adding to similar backup functions exerted in p53 deficient cells. The results extend the spectrum of actionable strategies and targets in current efforts to enhance the radiosensitivity in tumor cells.
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- Daxian Luo
- Institute of Medical Radiation Biology, University Hospital Essen, University of Duisburg-Essen, 45147 Essen, Germany
- Division of Experimental Radiation Biology, Department of Radiation Therapy, University Hospital Essen, University of Duisburg-Essen, 45147 Essen, Germany
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- Institute of Medical Radiation Biology, University Hospital Essen, University of Duisburg-Essen, 45147 Essen, Germany
- Division of Experimental Radiation Biology, Department of Radiation Therapy, University Hospital Essen, University of Duisburg-Essen, 45147 Essen, Germany
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- Institute of Medical Radiation Biology, University Hospital Essen, University of Duisburg-Essen, 45147 Essen, Germany
- Division of Experimental Radiation Biology, Department of Radiation Therapy, University Hospital Essen, University of Duisburg-Essen, 45147 Essen, Germany
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- Division of Experimental Radiation Biology, Department of Radiation Therapy, University Hospital Essen, University of Duisburg-Essen, 45147 Essen, Germany
- German Cancer Consortium (DKTK), Partner Site University Hospital Essen, 45147 Essen, Germany
- German Cancer Research Center (DKFZ), 69120 Heidelberg, Germany
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- Institute of Medical Radiation Biology, University Hospital Essen, University of Duisburg-Essen, 45147 Essen, Germany
- Division of Experimental Radiation Biology, Department of Radiation Therapy, University Hospital Essen, University of Duisburg-Essen, 45147 Essen, Germany
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Hafeez A, Khan Z, Armaghan M, Khan K, Sönmez Gürer E, Abdull Razis AF, Modu B, Almarhoon ZM, Setzer WN, Sharifi-Rad J. Exploring the therapeutic and anti-tumor properties of morusin: a review of recent advances. Front Mol Biosci 2023; 10:1168298. [PMID: 37228582 PMCID: PMC10203489 DOI: 10.3389/fmolb.2023.1168298] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 6.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/17/2023] [Accepted: 04/21/2023] [Indexed: 05/27/2023] Open
Abstract
Morusin is a natural product that has been isolated from the bark of Morus alba, a species of mulberry tree. It belongs to the flavonoid family of chemicals, which is abundantly present in the plant world and is recognized for its wide range of biological activities. Morusin has a number of biological characteristics, including anti-inflammatory, anti-microbial, neuro-protective, and antioxidant capabilities. Morusin has exhibited anti-tumor properties in many different forms of cancer, including breast, prostate, gastric, hepatocarcinoma, glioblastoma, and pancreatic cancer. Potential of morusin as an alternative treatment method for resistant malignancies needs to be explored in animal models in order to move toward clinical trials. In the recent years several novel findings regarding the therapeutic potential of morusin have been made. This aim of this review is to provide an overview of the present understanding of morusin's beneficial effects on human health as well as provide a comprehensive and up-to-date discussion of morusin's anti-cancer properties with a special focus on in vitro and in vivo studies. This review will aid future research on the creation of polyphenolic medicines in the prenylflavone family, for the management and treatment of cancers.
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- Amna Hafeez
- Atta-Ur-Rahman School of Applied Biosciences, National University of Sciences and Technology, Islamabad, Pakistan
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- Atta-Ur-Rahman School of Applied Biosciences, National University of Sciences and Technology, Islamabad, Pakistan
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- Atta-Ur-Rahman School of Applied Biosciences, National University of Sciences and Technology, Islamabad, Pakistan
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- Atta-Ur-Rahman School of Applied Biosciences, National University of Sciences and Technology, Islamabad, Pakistan
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- Department of Pharmacognosy, Faculty of Pharmacy, Sivas Cumhuriyet University, Sivas, Türkiye
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- Department of Food Science, Faculty of Food Science and Technology, Universiti Putra Malaysia, Serdang, Selangor, Malaysia
- Natural Medicines and Products Research Laboratory, Institute of Bioscience, Universiti Putra Malaysia, Serdang, Selangor, Malaysia
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- Natural Medicines and Products Research Laboratory, Institute of Bioscience, Universiti Putra Malaysia, Serdang, Selangor, Malaysia
- Department of Biochemistry, Faculty of Science, University of Maiduguri, Maiduguri, Borno State, Nigeria
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- Department of Chemistry, College of Science, King Saud University, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
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- Aromatic Plant Research Center, Lehi, UT, United States
- Department of Chemistry, University of Alabama in Huntsville, Huntsville, AL, United States
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