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Bratti M, Stubbs E, Kolodych S, Souchet H, Kelly L, Merlin J, Marchal M, Castellano R, Josselin E, Pasquer H, Benajiba L, Puissant A, Koniev O, Collette Y, Belanger C, Hermine O, Monteiro RC, Launay P. INA03: A Potent Transferrin-Competitive Antibody-Drug Conjugate against CD71 for Safer Acute Leukemia Treatment. Mol Cancer Ther 2024; 23:1159-1175. [PMID: 38641421 DOI: 10.1158/1535-7163.mct-23-0548] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/22/2023] [Revised: 12/19/2023] [Accepted: 04/05/2024] [Indexed: 04/21/2024]
Abstract
Innovative strategies for enhancing efficacy and overcoming drug resistance in hematologic cancers, such as using antibody-drug conjugates (ADC), have shifted the paradigm of conventional care by delivering promising outcomes in cancer therapies with a significant reduction in the risk of relapse. Transferrin receptor (TfR1), cluster of differentiation 71 (CD71), is known to be overexpressed in malignant cells and considered a potent antitumor target. Therefore, we developed an anti-CD71 ADC, INA03, a humanized antibody conjugated to monomethyl auristatin E through a 3-arylpropiolonitrile-valine-citrulline linker. In this study, we investigated the potency and safety of INA03, in competition with Transferrin (Tf), the CD71's natural ligand, as a novel strategy to specifically target highly proliferative cells. The high expression of CD71 was confirmed on different leukemic cell lines, allowing INA03 to bind efficiently. Subsequently, INA03 rapidly internalizes into lysosomal compartments, in which its cytotoxic drug is released following cathepsin B cleavage. Downregulation of CD71 expression using shRNA highlighted that INA03-induced cell death was dependent on CD71 density at the cell surface. INA03 intravenous treatment in acute leukemia mouse models significantly reduced tumor burden, increased mouse survival, and showed no residual disease compared with conventional chemotherapies. Because INA03 competes with human Tf, a double knock-in (human CD71/human Tf) competent mouse model was generated to mimic human pharmacokinetics and pharmacodynamics. INA03 administration in human CD71/hTf mice did not reveal any improper toxicities, even at high doses. Hence, these data demonstrate the promising preclinical efficacy and safety of INA03 and support its development as a novel acute leukemia treatment. Significance: The Tf receptor is believed to be undruggable because of its ubiquitous expression. By entering into competition with its cognate ligand, the Tf and INA03 ADC can safely achieve potency.
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- Institut de Recherche Saint-Louis (IRSL), INSERM U944, Paris, France
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- INATHERYS, Evry, France
- Institut Imagine, INSERM U1163, CNRS ERL8654, Paris, France
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- Centre de Recherche en Cancérologie de Marseille (CRCM), CNRS, INSERM, Aix-Marseille Univ, Institut Paoli-Calmettes, Marseille, France
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- Centre de Recherche en Cancérologie de Marseille (CRCM), CNRS, INSERM, Aix-Marseille Univ, Institut Paoli-Calmettes, Marseille, France
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- Institut de Recherche Saint-Louis (IRSL), INSERM U944, Paris, France
- Université Paris Cité, APHP, Hôpital Saint-Louis, Paris, France
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- Institut de Recherche Saint-Louis (IRSL), INSERM U944, Paris, France
- Université Paris Cité, APHP, Hôpital Saint-Louis, Paris, France
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- Centre de Recherche en Cancérologie de Marseille (CRCM), CNRS, INSERM, Aix-Marseille Univ, Institut Paoli-Calmettes, Marseille, France
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- INATHERYS, Evry, France
- Institut Imagine, INSERM U1163, CNRS ERL8654, Paris, France
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- INATHERYS, Evry, France
- Université Paris Cité, Centre de Recherche sur l'Inflammation (CRI), INSERM U1149, CNRS ERL8252, Inflamex Laboratory of Excellence, Paris, France
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- INATHERYS, Evry, France
- Université Paris Cité, Centre de Recherche sur l'Inflammation (CRI), INSERM U1149, CNRS ERL8252, Inflamex Laboratory of Excellence, Paris, France
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Odawara M, Nishi H, Nangaku M. A spotlight on using HIF-PH inhibitors in renal anemia. Expert Opin Pharmacother 2024:1-9. [PMID: 38994698 DOI: 10.1080/14656566.2024.2378903] [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: 06/03/2024] [Accepted: 07/08/2024] [Indexed: 07/13/2024]
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INTRODUCTION Erythropoiesis-stimulating agents (ESAs) together with iron supplementation had been the standard treatment for anemia in chronic kidney disease (CKD) for the past decades. Recently, hypoxia-inducible factor-prolyl hydroxylase inhibitors (HIF-PHIs) have attracted attention as a novel treatment option. AREAS COVERED This review summarizes the effectiveness and the safety of HIF-PHIs based on previous clinical trials and discusses points to consider for their clinical use. EXPERT OPINION The results from clinical trials demonstrate that HIF-PHIs are non-inferior to ESAs in terms of the efficacy to maintain or improve blood hemoglobin levels. However, concerns about adverse events including cardiovascular outcomes, thrombotic events, and tumor progression have prevented HIF-PHIs from being widely approved for clinical use. Also, long-term safety has not been demonstrated yet. Practically, HIF-PHIs should be used with caution in patients with a history of thrombosis or active malignancy. Patients without them may be preferable for HIF-PHIs if those are bothered with regular injections of ESAs or are hyporesponsive to ESAs without obvious reasons, provided that the drugs were approved in the country. Even so, clinicians must take caution for signs of adverse events such as heart failure after prescribing the drugs.
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- Motoki Odawara
- Division of Nephrology and Endocrinology, The University of Tokyo Graduate School of Medicine, Tokyo, Japan
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- Division of Nephrology and Endocrinology, The University of Tokyo Graduate School of Medicine, Tokyo, Japan
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- Division of Nephrology and Endocrinology, The University of Tokyo Graduate School of Medicine, Tokyo, Japan
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Liu Y, Hu S, Shi B, Yu B, Luo W, Peng S, Du X. The Role of Iron Metabolism in Sepsis-associated Encephalopathy: a Potential Target. Mol Neurobiol 2024; 61:4677-4690. [PMID: 38110647 DOI: 10.1007/s12035-023-03870-2] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/23/2023] [Accepted: 11/30/2023] [Indexed: 12/20/2023]
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Sepsis-associated encephalopathy (SAE) is an acute cerebral dysfunction secondary to infection, and the severity can range from mild delirium to deep coma. Disorders of iron metabolism have been proven to play an important role in a variety of neurodegenerative diseases by inducing cell damage through iron accumulation in glial cells and neurons. Recent studies have found that iron accumulation is also a potential mechanism of SAE. Systemic inflammation can induce changes in the expression of transporters and receptors on cells, especially high expression of divalent metal transporter1 (DMT1) and low expression of ferroportin (Fpn) 1, which leads to iron accumulation in cells. Excessive free Fe2+ can participate in the Fenton reaction to produce reactive oxygen species (ROS) to directly damage cells or induce ferroptosis. As a result, it may be of great help to improve SAE by treatment of targeting disorders of iron metabolism. Therefore, it is important to review the current research progress on the mechanism of SAE based on iron metabolism disorders. In addition, we also briefly describe the current status of SAE and iron metabolism disorders and emphasize the therapeutic prospect of targeting iron accumulation as a treatment for SAE, especially iron chelator. Moreover, drug delivery and side effects can be improved with the development of nanotechnology. This work suggests that treating SAE based on disorders of iron metabolism will be a thriving field.
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- Yinuo Liu
- Department of Anesthesiology, The Second Affiliated Hospital of Nanchang University, Nanchang, 330006, Jiangxi, China
- The Clinical Medical College of Nanchang University, Nanchang, 330006, Jiangxi, China
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- Department of Anesthesiology, The Second Affiliated Hospital of Nanchang University, Nanchang, 330006, Jiangxi, China
- The Clinical Medical College of Nanchang University, Nanchang, 330006, Jiangxi, China
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- The Clinical Medical College of Nanchang University, Nanchang, 330006, Jiangxi, China
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- The Clinical Medical College of Nanchang University, Nanchang, 330006, Jiangxi, China
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- Department of Sports Medicine, Huashan Hospital, Fudan University, Shanghai, 200040, China
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- Department of Anesthesiology, The Second Affiliated Hospital of Nanchang University, Nanchang, 330006, Jiangxi, China.
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- Department of Anesthesiology, The Second Affiliated Hospital of Nanchang University, Nanchang, 330006, Jiangxi, China.
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Tang W, Zhu X, Chen Y, Yang S, Wu C, Chen D, Xue L, Guo Y, Dai Y, Wei S, Wu M, Wu M, Wang S. Towards prolonging ovarian reproductive life: Insights into trace elements homeostasis. Ageing Res Rev 2024; 97:102311. [PMID: 38636559 DOI: 10.1016/j.arr.2024.102311] [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: 12/04/2023] [Revised: 04/11/2024] [Accepted: 04/12/2024] [Indexed: 04/20/2024]
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Ovarian aging is marked by a reduction in the quantity and quality of ovarian follicles, leading to a decline in female fertility and ovarian endocrine function. While the biological characteristics of ovarian aging are well-established, the exact mechanisms underlying this process remain elusive. Recent studies underscore the vital role of trace elements (TEs) in maintaining ovarian function. Imbalances in TEs can lead to ovarian aging, characterized by reduced enzyme activity, hormonal imbalances, ovulatory disorders, and decreased fertility. A comprehensive understanding of the relationship between systemic and cellular TEs balance and ovarian aging is critical for developing treatments to delay aging and manage age-related conditions. This review consolidates current insights into TEs homeostasis and its impact on ovarian aging, assesses how altered TEs metabolism affects ovarian aging, and suggests future research directions to prolong ovarian reproductive life. These studies are expected to offer novel approaches for mitigating ovarian aging.
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- Weicheng Tang
- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Tongji Hospital, Tongji Medical College, Huazhong University of Science and Technology, Wuhan, Hubei 430030, China; National Clinical Research Center for Obstetrical and Gynecological Diseases, Wuhan, Hubei 430030, China; Key Laboratory of Cancer Invasion and Metastasis, Ministry of Education, Wuhan, Hubei 430030, China
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Tongji Hospital, Tongji Medical College, Huazhong University of Science and Technology, Wuhan, Hubei 430030, China; National Clinical Research Center for Obstetrical and Gynecological Diseases, Wuhan, Hubei 430030, China; Key Laboratory of Cancer Invasion and Metastasis, Ministry of Education, Wuhan, Hubei 430030, China
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Tongji Hospital, Tongji Medical College, Huazhong University of Science and Technology, Wuhan, Hubei 430030, China; National Clinical Research Center for Obstetrical and Gynecological Diseases, Wuhan, Hubei 430030, China; Key Laboratory of Cancer Invasion and Metastasis, Ministry of Education, Wuhan, Hubei 430030, China
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Tongji Hospital, Tongji Medical College, Huazhong University of Science and Technology, Wuhan, Hubei 430030, China; National Clinical Research Center for Obstetrical and Gynecological Diseases, Wuhan, Hubei 430030, China; Key Laboratory of Cancer Invasion and Metastasis, Ministry of Education, Wuhan, Hubei 430030, China
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Tongji Hospital, Tongji Medical College, Huazhong University of Science and Technology, Wuhan, Hubei 430030, China; National Clinical Research Center for Obstetrical and Gynecological Diseases, Wuhan, Hubei 430030, China; Key Laboratory of Cancer Invasion and Metastasis, Ministry of Education, Wuhan, Hubei 430030, China
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Tongji Hospital, Tongji Medical College, Huazhong University of Science and Technology, Wuhan, Hubei 430030, China; National Clinical Research Center for Obstetrical and Gynecological Diseases, Wuhan, Hubei 430030, China; Key Laboratory of Cancer Invasion and Metastasis, Ministry of Education, Wuhan, Hubei 430030, China
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Tongji Hospital, Tongji Medical College, Huazhong University of Science and Technology, Wuhan, Hubei 430030, China; National Clinical Research Center for Obstetrical and Gynecological Diseases, Wuhan, Hubei 430030, China; Key Laboratory of Cancer Invasion and Metastasis, Ministry of Education, Wuhan, Hubei 430030, China
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Tongji Hospital, Tongji Medical College, Huazhong University of Science and Technology, Wuhan, Hubei 430030, China; National Clinical Research Center for Obstetrical and Gynecological Diseases, Wuhan, Hubei 430030, China; Key Laboratory of Cancer Invasion and Metastasis, Ministry of Education, Wuhan, Hubei 430030, China
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Tongji Hospital, Tongji Medical College, Huazhong University of Science and Technology, Wuhan, Hubei 430030, China; National Clinical Research Center for Obstetrical and Gynecological Diseases, Wuhan, Hubei 430030, China; Key Laboratory of Cancer Invasion and Metastasis, Ministry of Education, Wuhan, Hubei 430030, China
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Tongji Hospital, Tongji Medical College, Huazhong University of Science and Technology, Wuhan, Hubei 430030, China; National Clinical Research Center for Obstetrical and Gynecological Diseases, Wuhan, Hubei 430030, China; Key Laboratory of Cancer Invasion and Metastasis, Ministry of Education, Wuhan, Hubei 430030, China
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Tongji Hospital, Tongji Medical College, Huazhong University of Science and Technology, Wuhan, Hubei 430030, China; National Clinical Research Center for Obstetrical and Gynecological Diseases, Wuhan, Hubei 430030, China; Key Laboratory of Cancer Invasion and Metastasis, Ministry of Education, Wuhan, Hubei 430030, China.
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Tongji Hospital, Tongji Medical College, Huazhong University of Science and Technology, Wuhan, Hubei 430030, China; National Clinical Research Center for Obstetrical and Gynecological Diseases, Wuhan, Hubei 430030, China; Key Laboratory of Cancer Invasion and Metastasis, Ministry of Education, Wuhan, Hubei 430030, China.
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Tongji Hospital, Tongji Medical College, Huazhong University of Science and Technology, Wuhan, Hubei 430030, China; National Clinical Research Center for Obstetrical and Gynecological Diseases, Wuhan, Hubei 430030, China; Key Laboratory of Cancer Invasion and Metastasis, Ministry of Education, Wuhan, Hubei 430030, China.
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Jarmakiewicz-Czaja S, Ferenc K, Sokal-Dembowska A, Filip R. Nutritional Support: The Use of Antioxidants in Inflammatory Bowel Disease. Int J Mol Sci 2024; 25:4390. [PMID: 38673974 PMCID: PMC11050446 DOI: 10.3390/ijms25084390] [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: 03/11/2024] [Revised: 04/11/2024] [Accepted: 04/15/2024] [Indexed: 04/28/2024] Open
Abstract
The problem of treating inflammatory bowel disease continues to be a topic of great interest for researchers. Despite the complexity surrounding their treatment and strategies to prolong periods of remission, there is a promising exploration of various compounds that have potential in combating inflammation and alleviating symptoms. Selenium, calcium, magnesium, zinc, and iron are among these compounds, offering a glimpse of hope in the treatment of IBD. These essential minerals not only hold the promise of reducing inflammation in these diseases, but also show the potential to enhance immune function and possibly influence the balance of intestinal microflora. By potentially modulating the gut microbiota, they may help support overall immune health. Furthermore, these compounds could play a crucial role in mitigating inflammation and minimising complications in patients with IBD. Furthermore, the protective effect of these compounds against mucosal damage in IBD and the protective effect of calcium itself against osteoporosis in this group of patients are notable.
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- Sara Jarmakiewicz-Czaja
- Institute of Health Sciences, Medical College of Rzeszow University, 35-959 Rzeszow, Poland; (S.J.-C.); (A.S.-D.)
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- Institute of Medicine, Medical College of Rzeszow University, 35-959 Rzeszow, Poland;
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- Institute of Health Sciences, Medical College of Rzeszow University, 35-959 Rzeszow, Poland; (S.J.-C.); (A.S.-D.)
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- Institute of Medicine, Medical College of Rzeszow University, 35-959 Rzeszow, Poland;
- Department of Gastroenterology with IBD Unit, Clinical Hospital No. 2, 35-301 Rzeszow, Poland
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Dentand AL, Schubert MG, Krayenbuehl PA. Current iron therapy in the light of regulation, intestinal microbiome, and toxicity: are we prescribing too much iron? Crit Rev Clin Lab Sci 2024:1-13. [PMID: 38606523 DOI: 10.1080/10408363.2024.2331477] [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: 09/29/2023] [Accepted: 03/13/2024] [Indexed: 04/13/2024]
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Iron deficiency is a widespread global health concern with varying prevalence rates across different regions. In developing countries, scarcity of food and chronic infections contribute to iron deficiency, while in industrialized nations, reduced food intake and dietary preferences affect iron status. Other causes that can lead to iron deficiency are conditions and diseases that result in reduced intestinal iron absorption and blood loss. In addition, iron absorption and its bioavailability are influenced by the composition of the diet. Individuals with increased iron needs, including infants, adolescents, and athletes, are particularly vulnerable to deficiency. Severe iron deficiency can lead to anemia with performance intolerance or shortness of breath. In addition, even without anemia, iron deficiency leads to mental and physical fatigue, which points to the fundamental biological importance of iron, especially in mitochondrial function and the respiratory chain. Standard oral iron supplementation often results in gastrointestinal side effects and poor compliance. Low-dose iron therapy seems to be a valid and reasonable therapeutic option due to reduced hepatic hepcidin formation, facilitating efficient iron resorption, replenishment of iron storage, and causing significantly fewer side effects. Elevated iron levels influence gut microbiota composition, favoring pathogenic bacteria and potentially disrupting metabolic and immune functions. Protective bacteria, such as bifidobacteria and lactobacilli, are particularly susceptible to increased iron levels. Dysbiosis resulting from iron supplementation may contribute to gastrointestinal disorders, inflammatory bowel disease, and metabolic disturbances. Furthermore, gut microbiota alterations have been linked to mental health issues. Future iron therapy should consider low-dose supplementation to mitigate adverse effects and the impact on the gut microbiome. A comprehensive understanding of the interplay between iron intake, gut microbiota, and human health is crucial for optimizing therapeutic approaches and minimizing potential risks associated with iron supplementation.
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- Anaëlle L Dentand
- Department of Endocrinology, Diabetology and Clinical Nutrition, University Hospital of Zurich, Zurich, Switzerland
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- Department of Endocrinology, Diabetology and Clinical Nutrition, University Hospital of Zurich, Zurich, Switzerland
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- Department of Endocrinology, Diabetology and Clinical Nutrition, University Hospital of Zurich, Zurich, Switzerland
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Zhao X, Zhang Y, Luo B. Ferroptosis, from the virus point of view: opportunities and challenges. Crit Rev Microbiol 2024:1-18. [PMID: 38588443 DOI: 10.1080/1040841x.2024.2340643] [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: 03/24/2023] [Accepted: 04/01/2024] [Indexed: 04/10/2024]
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Ferroptosis is a new type of cell death, which is mainly dependent on the formation and accumulation of reactive oxygen species and lipid peroxides mediated by iron. It is distinct from other forms of regulation of cell death in morphology, immunology, biochemistry, and molecular biology. Various cell death mechanisms have been observed in many viral infections, and virus-induced cell death has long been considered as a double-edged sword that can inhibit or aggravate viral infections. However, understanding of the role of ferroptosis in various viral infections is limited. Special attention will be paid to the mechanisms of ferroptosis in mediating viral infection and antiviral treatment associated with ferroptosis. In this paper, we outlined the mechanism of ferroptosis. Additionally, this paper also review research on ferroptosis from the perspective of the virus, discussed the research status of ferroptosis in virus infection and classified and summarized research on the interaction between viral infections and ferroptosis.
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- Xia Zhao
- Department of Pathogenic Biology, School of Basic Medicine, Qingdao University, Qingdao, China
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- Department of Pathogenic Biology, School of Basic Medicine, Qingdao University, Qingdao, China
- Department of Clinical Laboratory, Zibo Central Hospital, Zibo, China
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- Department of Pathogenic Biology, School of Basic Medicine, Qingdao University, Qingdao, China
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Li C, Liu R, Xiong Z, Bao X, Liang S, Zeng H, Jin W, Gong Q, Liu L, Guo J. Ferroptosis: a potential target for the treatment of atherosclerosis. Acta Biochim Biophys Sin (Shanghai) 2024; 56:331-344. [PMID: 38327187 PMCID: PMC10984869 DOI: 10.3724/abbs.2024016] [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: 11/06/2023] [Accepted: 01/16/2024] [Indexed: 02/09/2024] Open
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Atherosclerosis (AS), the main contributor to acute cardiovascular events, such as myocardial infarction and ischemic stroke, is characterized by necrotic core formation and plaque instability induced by cell death. The mechanisms of cell death in AS have recently been identified and elucidated. Ferroptosis, a novel iron-dependent form of cell death, has been proven to participate in atherosclerotic progression by increasing endothelial reactive oxygen species (ROS) levels and lipid peroxidation. Furthermore, accumulated intracellular iron activates various signaling pathways or risk factors for AS, such as abnormal lipid metabolism, oxidative stress, and inflammation, which can eventually lead to the disordered function of macrophages, vascular smooth muscle cells, and vascular endothelial cells. However, the molecular pathways through which ferroptosis affects AS development and progression are not entirely understood. This review systematically summarizes the interactions between AS and ferroptosis and provides a feasible approach for inhibiting AS progression from the perspective of ferroptosis.
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- Chengyi Li
- School of MedicineYangtze UniversityJingzhou434020China
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- School of MedicineYangtze UniversityJingzhou434020China
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- School of MedicineYangtze UniversityJingzhou434020China
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- School of MedicineYangtze UniversityJingzhou434020China
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- Department of PharmacologyZhongshan School of MedicineSun Yat-Sen UniversityGuangzhou510120China
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- Department of GastroenterologyShenzhen People’s HospitalThe Second Clinical Medical CollegeJinan UniversityShenzhen518000China
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- Department of Second Ward of General PediatricsSuizhou Central HospitalHubei University of MedicineSuizhou441300China
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- School of MedicineYangtze UniversityJingzhou434020China
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- School of MedicineYangtze UniversityJingzhou434020China
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- School of MedicineYangtze UniversityJingzhou434020China
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El Hajj S, Canabady-Rochelle L, Fries-Raeth I, Gaucher C. A Smooth Muscle Cell-Based Ferroptosis Model to Evaluate Iron-Chelating Molecules for Cardiovascular Disease Treatment. Curr Issues Mol Biol 2024; 46:1348-1359. [PMID: 38392204 PMCID: PMC10888404 DOI: 10.3390/cimb46020086] [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: 11/21/2023] [Revised: 01/24/2024] [Accepted: 01/29/2024] [Indexed: 02/24/2024] Open
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Dysregulation of iron homeostasis causes iron-mediated cell death, recently described as ferroptosis. Ferroptosis is reported in many chronic diseases, such as hepatic cancer, renal, and cardiovascular diseases (heart failure, atherosclerosis). However, there is a notable scarcity of research studies in the existing literature that explore treatments capable of preventing ferroptosis. Additionally, as far as the author is aware, there is currently no established model for studying ferroptosis within cardiovascular cells, which would be essential for assessing metal-chelating molecules with the potential ability to inhibit ferroptosis and their application in the treatment of cardiovascular diseases. In this study, a smooth muscle cell-based ferroptosis model is developed upon the inhibition of the system Xc- transporter by erastin associated or not with Fe(III) overload, and its rescue upon the introduction of well-known iron chelators, deferoxamine and deferiprone. We showed that erastin alone decreased the intracellular concentration of glutathione (GSH) without affecting peroxidized lipid concentrations. Erastin with ferric citrate was able to decrease intracellular GSH and induce lipid peroxidation after overnight incubation. Only deferiprone was able to rescue the cells from ferroptosis by decreasing lipid peroxidation via iron ion chelation in a 3:1 molar ratio.
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- Sarah El Hajj
- Université de Lorraine, CITHEFOR, F-54505 Vandoeuvre Les Nancy, France
- Université de Lorraine, LRGP, CNRS, F-54000 Nancy, France
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- Université de Lorraine, CITHEFOR, F-54505 Vandoeuvre Les Nancy, France
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Zhang Z, Li B, Wang Z, Yang L, Peng J, Wang H, Wang Y, Hong L. Novel LncRNA LINC02936 Suppresses Ferroptosis and Promotes Tumor Progression by Interacting with SIX1/CP Axis in Endometrial Cancer. Int J Biol Sci 2024; 20:1356-1374. [PMID: 38385087 PMCID: PMC10878161 DOI: 10.7150/ijbs.86256] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/16/2023] [Accepted: 01/19/2024] [Indexed: 02/23/2024] Open
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Endometrial cancer (EC) is a prevalent gynecological malignancy, and metabolic disorders are among its most significant risk factors. Abnormal iron metabolism is associated with the progression of cancer malignancy. Nevertheless, the involvement of iron metabolism in the EC remains uncertain. Ceruloplasmin (CP) functions as a multicopper oxidase and ferroxidase, playing a crucial role in maintaining the metabolic balance between copper and iron. Prior research has demonstrated that the dysregulated expression of CP has important clinical implications in EC. However, the specific underlying molecular mechanisms remains uncertain. This research examined the impact of CP on the malignant advancement of EC by suppressing ferroptosis. Next, we explored the possibility that Long non-coding RNA (lncRNA) LINC02936/SIX1/CP axis may be a key pathway for inhibiting ferroptosis and promoting cancer progression in EC. Mechanistically, SIX1 modulates the expression of CP, whereas LINC02936 interacts with SIX1 and recruits SIX1 to the CP promoter, leading to upregulation of CP, inhibition of ferroptosis, and promotion of EC progression. Administration of a small peptide cloud block the LINC02936-SIX1 interaction, thereby inhibits EC progression by promoting ferroptosis. Altogether, this is the first report on the lncRNA regulation of ferroptosis in EC. Our research enhances the knowledge of the lncRNA-mediated regulation of ferroptosis in EC progression and indicates the potential therapeutic significance of the LINC02936/SIX1/CP axis in treating EC.
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- Department of Gynecology and Obstetrics, Renmin Hospital of Wuhan University, Wuhan, Hubei Province People's Republic of China
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Petkov N, Tadjer A, Encheva E, Cherkezova-Zheleva Z, Paneva D, Stoyanova R, Kukeva R, Dorkov P, Pantcheva I. Experimental and DFT Study of Monensinate and Salinomycinate Complexes Containing {Fe 3(µ 3-O)} 7+ Core. Molecules 2024; 29:364. [PMID: 38257278 PMCID: PMC10818969 DOI: 10.3390/molecules29020364] [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: 12/20/2023] [Revised: 01/04/2024] [Accepted: 01/09/2024] [Indexed: 01/24/2024] Open
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Two trinuclear oxo-centred iron(III) coordination compounds of monensic and salinomycinic acids (HL) were synthesized and their spectral properties were studied using physicochemical/thermal methods (FT-IR, TG-DTA, TG-MS, EPR, Mössbauer spectroscopy, powder XRD) and elemental analysis. The data suggested the formation of [Fe3(µ3-O)L3(OH)4] and the probable complex structures were modelled using the DFT method. The computed spectral parameters of the optimized constructs were compared to the experimentally measured ones. In each complex, three metal centres were joined together at the axial position by a μ3-O unit to form a {Fe3O}7+ core. The antibiotics monoanions served as bidentate ligands through the carboxylate and hydroxyl groups located at the termini. The carboxylate moieties played a dual role bridging each two metal centres. Hydroxide anions secured the overall neutral character of the coordination species. Mössbauer spectra displayed asymmetric quadrupole doublets that were consistent with the existence of two types of high-spin iron(III) sites with different environments-two Fe[O5] and one Fe[O6] centres. The solid-state EPR studies confirmed the +3 oxidation state of iron with a total spin St = 5/2 per trinuclear cluster. The studied complexes are the first iron(III) coordination compounds of monensin and salinomycin reported so far.
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- Nikolay Petkov
- Faculty of Chemistry and Pharmacy, Sofia University St. Kliment Ohridski, 1164 Sofia, Bulgaria; (A.T.); (E.E.)
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- Faculty of Chemistry and Pharmacy, Sofia University St. Kliment Ohridski, 1164 Sofia, Bulgaria; (A.T.); (E.E.)
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- Faculty of Chemistry and Pharmacy, Sofia University St. Kliment Ohridski, 1164 Sofia, Bulgaria; (A.T.); (E.E.)
- Institute of Physical Chemistry, Bulgarian Academy of Sciences, 1113 Sofia, Bulgaria
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- Institute of Catalysis, Bulgarian Academy of Sciences, 1113 Sofia, Bulgaria; (Z.C.-Z.); (D.P.)
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- Institute of Catalysis, Bulgarian Academy of Sciences, 1113 Sofia, Bulgaria; (Z.C.-Z.); (D.P.)
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- Institute of General and Inorganic Chemistry, Bulgarian Academy of Sciences, 1113 Sofia, Bulgaria; (R.S.); (R.K.)
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- Institute of General and Inorganic Chemistry, Bulgarian Academy of Sciences, 1113 Sofia, Bulgaria; (R.S.); (R.K.)
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- Research and Development Department, Biovet Ltd., 4550 Peshtera, Bulgaria;
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- Faculty of Chemistry and Pharmacy, Sofia University St. Kliment Ohridski, 1164 Sofia, Bulgaria; (A.T.); (E.E.)
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Khalil S, Cavagnero KJ, Williams MR, O'Neill A, Nakatsuji T, Gallo RL. Regulation of Epidermal Ferritin Expression Influences Systemic Iron Homeostasis. J Invest Dermatol 2024; 144:84-95.e3. [PMID: 37544587 DOI: 10.1016/j.jid.2023.07.009] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/12/2022] [Revised: 05/31/2023] [Accepted: 07/03/2023] [Indexed: 08/08/2023]
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Absorption of dietary iron is largely regulated by the liver hormone hepcidin, which is released under conditions of iron overload and inflammation. Although hepcidin-dependent regulation of iron uptake and circulation is well-characterized, recent studies have suggested that the skin may play an important role in iron homeostasis, including transferrin receptor-mediated epidermal iron uptake and direct hepcidin production by keratinocytes. In this study, we characterized direct keratinocyte responses to conditions of high and low iron. We observed potent iron storage capacity by keratinocytes in vitro and in vivo and the effects of iron on epidermal differentiation and gene expression associated with inflammation and barrier function. In mice, systemic iron was observed to be coupled to epidermal iron content. Furthermore, topical inflammation, as opposed to systemic inflammation, resulted in a primary iron-deficiency phenotype associated with low liver hepcidin. These studies suggest a role for keratinocytes and epidermal iron storage as regulators of iron homeostasis with direct contribution by the cutaneous inflammatory state.
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- Shadi Khalil
- Department of Dermatology, University of California San Diego, La Jolla, California, USA
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- Department of Dermatology, University of California San Diego, La Jolla, California, USA
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- Department of Dermatology, University of California San Diego, La Jolla, California, USA
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- Department of Dermatology, University of California San Diego, La Jolla, California, USA
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- Department of Dermatology, University of California San Diego, La Jolla, California, USA
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- Department of Dermatology, University of California San Diego, La Jolla, California, USA.
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WU JIANFA, LIAO QIANYI, ZHANG LI, WU SUQIN, LIU ZHOU. TGF-β-regulated different iron metabolism processes in the development and cisplatin resistance of ovarian cancer. Oncol Res 2023; 32:373-391. [PMID: 38186569 PMCID: PMC10765122 DOI: 10.32604/or.2023.031404] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/12/2023] [Accepted: 10/18/2023] [Indexed: 01/09/2024] Open
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The impact of different iron metabolism processes (DIMP) on ovarian cancer remains unclear. In this study, we employed various gene chips and databases to investigate the role of DIMP in the initiation and development of ovarian cancer. cBioPortal was used to determine mutations in DIMP-associated genes in ovarian cancer. Kaplan-Meier plotter was used to examine the influence of DIMP on the prognosis of ovarian cancer. By analyzing 1669 serous ovarian cancer cases, we identified a range of mutations in iron metabolism genes, notably in those coding for the transferrin receptor (19%), melanotransferrin (19%), and ceruloplasmin (10%) in the iron import process, and glucose-6-phosphate isomerase (9%), hepcidin antimicrobial peptide (9%), metal regulatory transcription factor 1 (8%), and bone morphogenetic protein 6 (8%) in the iron regulation process. Compared to the unaltered group, the group with gene alterations exhibited a higher tumor mutation burden count (43 vs. 54) and more advanced histologic grade (78.19% vs. 87.90%). Compared to the normal ovarian counterparts, a reduction in expression was observed in 9 out of the 14 genes involved in iron utilization and 4 out of the 5 genes involved in iron export in ovarian cancer; in contrast, an increase in expression was observed in 2 out of the 3 genes involved in iron storage in ovarian cancer. Furthermore, in cisplatin-resistant cells compared to cisplatin-sensitive ones, the expression of all genes in iron storage and 13 out of 14 genes in iron import was decreased, while that of 8 out of the 10 genes in iron utilization was increased. In addition, survival curve analysis indicated that a higher expression in the majority of genes in the iron import process (12/21), or a reduced expression in most genes in the iron export process (4/5) correlated with poor progression-free survival. Additionally, TGF-β could regulate the expression of most iron metabolism-associated genes; particularly, expression of genes involved in the iron storage process (2/2) was inhibited after TGF-β1 or TGF-β2 treatment. In conclusion, DIMP plays multifaceted roles in the initiation, chemo-resistance, and prognosis of ovarian cancer. Therapeutically targeting DIMP may pave the way for more tailored treatment approaches for ovarian cancer.
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- JIANFA WU
- Department of Gynecology, Shanghai University of Medicine & Health Sciences Affiliated Zhoupu Hospital, Shanghai, China
- Department of Gynecology, Shanghai University of Medicine & Health Sciences, Shanghai, China
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- Department of Gynecology, Gongshan People’s Hospital, Nujiang Lisu Autonomous Prefecture, China
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- Department of Gynecology, Shanghai University of Medicine & Health Sciences Affiliated Zhoupu Hospital, Shanghai, China
- Department of Gynecology, Shanghai University of Medicine & Health Sciences, Shanghai, China
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- Department of Gynecology, Shanghai University of Medicine & Health Sciences Affiliated Zhoupu Hospital, Shanghai, China
- Department of Gynecology, Shanghai University of Medicine & Health Sciences, Shanghai, China
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- Department of Gynecology, Shanghai University of Medicine & Health Sciences Affiliated Zhoupu Hospital, Shanghai, China
- Department of Gynecology, Shanghai University of Medicine & Health Sciences, Shanghai, China
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Yerigeri K. Hemochromatosis in an Adult Female With Previous Iron Deficiency Anemia on Iron Supplementation. Cureus 2023; 15:e50166. [PMID: 38186413 PMCID: PMC10771745 DOI: 10.7759/cureus.50166] [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] [Accepted: 12/08/2023] [Indexed: 01/09/2024] Open
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A 56-year-old female presented with a diagnosis of iron deficiency anemia over three years prior (on oral iron supplementation) and presented with altered mental status. She was admitted to the Coronary Care Unit for troponinemia and T-wave inversions. Two-dimensional echocardiography revealed hypokinesia of the left ventricle (LV) anterior wall with reduced ejection fraction. The patient was stabilized on metoprolol and heparin infusions, but heparin was discontinued after iron studies revealed overload (iron: 159 ug/dL, 100% saturation, ferritin: 1480 ng/mL). Cardiac MRI revealed mixed concentric-eccentric LV hypertrophy, raising concern for severe iron overload. Mutation analysis of the HFE (homeostatic iron regulator) gene responsible for hereditary hemochromatosis was negative for a homozygous mutation. Hematology was consulted to establish outpatient follow-up and consider treatments for the acquired hemochromatosis. Acquired hemochromatosis typically occurs in the setting of multiple blood product transfusions. Oral supplementation is typically mitigated by limited bioavailability. Follow-up was needed to track the patient's iron deficiency anemia and identify resolution and potential toxicity. Further research into predisposing factors for hemochromatosis in patients on oral supplementation without HFE mutations is indicated.
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- Keval Yerigeri
- Internal Medicine-Pediatrics, Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine, Cleveland, USA
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Tian HY, Huang BY, Nie HF, Chen XY, Zhou Y, Yang T, Cheng SW, Mei ZG, Ge JW. The Interplay between Mitochondrial Dysfunction and Ferroptosis during Ischemia-Associated Central Nervous System Diseases. Brain Sci 2023; 13:1367. [PMID: 37891735 PMCID: PMC10605666 DOI: 10.3390/brainsci13101367] [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: 08/01/2023] [Revised: 09/12/2023] [Accepted: 09/22/2023] [Indexed: 10/29/2023] Open
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Cerebral ischemia, a leading cause of disability and mortality worldwide, triggers a cascade of molecular and cellular pathologies linked to several central nervous system (CNS) disorders. These disorders primarily encompass ischemic stroke, Alzheimer's disease (AD), Parkinson's disease (PD), epilepsy, and other CNS conditions. Despite substantial progress in understanding and treating the underlying pathological processes in various neurological diseases, there is still a notable absence of effective therapeutic approaches aimed specifically at mitigating the damage caused by these illnesses. Remarkably, ischemia causes severe damage to cells in ischemia-associated CNS diseases. Cerebral ischemia initiates oxygen and glucose deprivation, which subsequently promotes mitochondrial dysfunction, including mitochondrial permeability transition pore (MPTP) opening, mitophagy dysfunction, and excessive mitochondrial fission, triggering various forms of cell death such as autophagy, apoptosis, as well as ferroptosis. Ferroptosis, a novel type of regulated cell death (RCD), is characterized by iron-dependent accumulation of lethal reactive oxygen species (ROS) and lipid peroxidation. Mitochondrial dysfunction and ferroptosis both play critical roles in the pathogenic progression of ischemia-associated CNS diseases. In recent years, growing evidence has indicated that mitochondrial dysfunction interplays with ferroptosis to aggravate cerebral ischemia injury. However, the potential connections between mitochondrial dysfunction and ferroptosis in cerebral ischemia have not yet been clarified. Thus, we analyzed the underlying mechanism between mitochondrial dysfunction and ferroptosis in ischemia-associated CNS diseases. We also discovered that GSH depletion and GPX4 inactivation cause lipoxygenase activation and calcium influx following cerebral ischemia injury, resulting in MPTP opening and mitochondrial dysfunction. Additionally, dysfunction in mitochondrial electron transport and an imbalanced fusion-to-fission ratio can lead to the accumulation of ROS and iron overload, which further contribute to the occurrence of ferroptosis. This creates a vicious cycle that continuously worsens cerebral ischemia injury. In this study, our focus is on exploring the interplay between mitochondrial dysfunction and ferroptosis, which may offer new insights into potential therapeutic approaches for the treatment of ischemia-associated CNS diseases.
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- He-Yan Tian
- School of Medical Technology and Nursing, Shenzhen Polytechnic University, Xili Lake, Nanshan District, Shenzhen 518000, China;
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- Key Laboratory of Hunan Province for Integrated Traditional Chinese and Western Medicine on Prevention and Treatment of Cardio-Cerebral Diseases, Hunan University of Chinese Medicine, Changsha 410208, China
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- Key Laboratory of Hunan Province for Integrated Traditional Chinese and Western Medicine on Prevention and Treatment of Cardio-Cerebral Diseases, Hunan University of Chinese Medicine, Changsha 410208, China
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- Key Laboratory of Hunan Province for Integrated Traditional Chinese and Western Medicine on Prevention and Treatment of Cardio-Cerebral Diseases, Hunan University of Chinese Medicine, Changsha 410208, China
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- Key Laboratory of Hunan Province for Integrated Traditional Chinese and Western Medicine on Prevention and Treatment of Cardio-Cerebral Diseases, Hunan University of Chinese Medicine, Changsha 410208, China
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- Key Laboratory of Hunan Province for Integrated Traditional Chinese and Western Medicine on Prevention and Treatment of Cardio-Cerebral Diseases, Hunan University of Chinese Medicine, Changsha 410208, China
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- Key Laboratory of Hunan Province for Integrated Traditional Chinese and Western Medicine on Prevention and Treatment of Cardio-Cerebral Diseases, Hunan University of Chinese Medicine, Changsha 410208, China
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- Key Laboratory of Hunan Province for Integrated Traditional Chinese and Western Medicine on Prevention and Treatment of Cardio-Cerebral Diseases, Hunan University of Chinese Medicine, Changsha 410208, China
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- Key Laboratory of Hunan Province for Integrated Traditional Chinese and Western Medicine on Prevention and Treatment of Cardio-Cerebral Diseases, Hunan University of Chinese Medicine, Changsha 410208, China
- Hunan Academy of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Changsha 410208, China
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Kawak P, Sawaftah NMA, Pitt WG, Husseini GA. Transferrin-Targeted Liposomes in Glioblastoma Therapy: A Review. Int J Mol Sci 2023; 24:13262. [PMID: 37686065 PMCID: PMC10488197 DOI: 10.3390/ijms241713262] [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: 06/19/2023] [Revised: 07/14/2023] [Accepted: 07/31/2023] [Indexed: 09/10/2023] Open
Abstract
Glioblastoma (GBM) is a highly aggressive brain tumor, and its treatment is further complicated by the high selectivity of the blood-brain barrier (BBB). The scientific community is urgently seeking innovative and effective therapeutic solutions. Liposomes are a promising new tool that has shown potential in addressing the limitations of chemotherapy, such as poor bioavailability and toxicity to healthy cells. However, passive targeting strategies based solely on the physicochemical properties of liposomes have proven ineffective due to a lack of tissue specificity. Accordingly, the upregulation of transferrin receptors (TfRs) in brain tissue has led to the development of TfR-targeted anticancer therapeutics. Currently, one of the most widely adopted methods for improving drug delivery in the treatment of GBM and other neurological disorders is the utilization of active targeting strategies that specifically target this receptor. In this review, we discuss the role of Tf-conjugated liposomes in GBM therapy and present some recent studies investigating the drug delivery efficiency of Tf-liposomes; in addition, we address some challenges currently facing this approach to treatment and present some potential improvement possibilities.
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- Paul Kawak
- Chemical and Biological Engineering Department, College of Engineering, American University of Sharjah, Sharjah P.O. Box 26666, United Arab Emirates;
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- Materials Science and Engineering Program, College of Arts and Sciences, American University of Sharjah, Sharjah P.O. Box 26666, United Arab Emirates;
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- Chemical Engineering Department, Brigham Young University, Provo, UT 84602, USA
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- Chemical and Biological Engineering Department, College of Engineering, American University of Sharjah, Sharjah P.O. Box 26666, United Arab Emirates;
- Materials Science and Engineering Program, College of Arts and Sciences, American University of Sharjah, Sharjah P.O. Box 26666, United Arab Emirates;
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Long H, Zhu W, Wei L, Zhao J. Iron homeostasis imbalance and ferroptosis in brain diseases. MedComm (Beijing) 2023; 4:e298. [PMID: 37377861 PMCID: PMC10292684 DOI: 10.1002/mco2.298] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 7.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/12/2022] [Revised: 05/08/2023] [Accepted: 05/10/2023] [Indexed: 06/29/2023] Open
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Brain iron homeostasis is maintained through the normal function of blood-brain barrier and iron regulation at the systemic and cellular levels, which is fundamental to normal brain function. Excess iron can catalyze the generation of free radicals through Fenton reactions due to its dual redox state, thus causing oxidative stress. Numerous evidence has indicated brain diseases, especially stroke and neurodegenerative diseases, are closely related to the mechanism of iron homeostasis imbalance in the brain. For one thing, brain diseases promote brain iron accumulation. For another, iron accumulation amplifies damage to the nervous system and exacerbates patients' outcomes. In addition, iron accumulation triggers ferroptosis, a newly discovered iron-dependent type of programmed cell death, which is closely related to neurodegeneration and has received wide attention in recent years. In this context, we outline the mechanism of a normal brain iron metabolism and focus on the current mechanism of the iron homeostasis imbalance in stroke, Alzheimer's disease, and Parkinson's disease. Meanwhile, we also discuss the mechanism of ferroptosis and simultaneously enumerate the newly discovered drugs for iron chelators and ferroptosis inhibitors.
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- Haining Long
- Department of Diagnostic and Interventional RadiologyShanghai Sixth People’s Hospital Afliated to Shanghai Jiao Tong University School
of MedicineShanghaiChina
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- Department of Diagnostic and Interventional RadiologyShanghai Sixth People’s Hospital Afliated to Shanghai Jiao Tong University School
of MedicineShanghaiChina
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- Department of Diagnostic and Interventional RadiologyShanghai Sixth People’s Hospital Afliated to Shanghai Jiao Tong University School
of MedicineShanghaiChina
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- Department of Diagnostic and Interventional RadiologyShanghai Sixth People’s Hospital Afliated to Shanghai Jiao Tong University School
of MedicineShanghaiChina
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Fan C, Chu G, Yu Z, Ji Z, Kong F, Yao L, Wang J, Geng D, Wu X, Mao H. The role of ferroptosis in intervertebral disc degeneration. Front Cell Dev Biol 2023; 11:1219840. [PMID: 37576601 PMCID: PMC10413580 DOI: 10.3389/fcell.2023.1219840] [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: 05/12/2023] [Accepted: 07/17/2023] [Indexed: 08/15/2023] Open
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Nucleus pulposus, annulus fibrosus, and cartilage endplate constitute an avascular intervertebral disc (IVD), which is crucial for spinal and intervertebral joint mobility. As one of the most widespread health issues worldwide, intervertebral disc degeneration (IVDD) is recognized as a key contributor to back and neck discomfort. A number of degenerative disorders have a strong correlation with ferroptosis, a recently identified novel regulated cell death (RCD) characterized by an iron-dependent mechanism and a buildup of lipid reactive oxygen species (ROS). There is growing interest in the part ferroptosis plays in IVDD pathophysiology. Inhibiting ferroptosis has been shown to control IVDD development. Several studies have demonstrated that in TBHP-induced oxidative stress models, changes in ferroptosis marker protein levels and increased lipid peroxidation lead to the degeneration of intervertebral disc cells, which subsequently aggravates IVDD. Similarly, IVDD is significantly relieved with the use of ferroptosis inhibitors. The purpose of this review was threefold: 1) to discuss the occurrence of ferroptosis in IVDD; 2) to understand the mechanism of ferroptosis and its role in IVDD pathophysiology; and 3) to investigate the feasibility and prospect of ferroptosis in IVDD treatment.
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- Chunyang Fan
- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Orthopaedic Institute, The First Affiliated Hospital, Suzhou Medical College, Soochow University, Suzhou, Jiangsu, China
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Orthopaedic Institute, The First Affiliated Hospital, Suzhou Medical College, Soochow University, Suzhou, Jiangsu, China
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Orthopaedic Institute, The First Affiliated Hospital, Suzhou Medical College, Soochow University, Suzhou, Jiangsu, China
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Orthopaedic Institute, The First Affiliated Hospital, Suzhou Medical College, Soochow University, Suzhou, Jiangsu, China
- Department of Pain Management, Zhejiang Provincial People’s Hospital, People’s Hospital of Hangzhou Medical College, Hangzhou, Zhejiang, China
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Orthopaedic Institute, The First Affiliated Hospital, Suzhou Medical College, Soochow University, Suzhou, Jiangsu, China
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Orthopaedic Institute, The First Affiliated Hospital, Suzhou Medical College, Soochow University, Suzhou, Jiangsu, China
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Orthopaedic Institute, The First Affiliated Hospital, Suzhou Medical College, Soochow University, Suzhou, Jiangsu, China
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Orthopaedic Institute, The First Affiliated Hospital, Suzhou Medical College, Soochow University, Suzhou, Jiangsu, China
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Orthopaedic Institute, The First Affiliated Hospital, Suzhou Medical College, Soochow University, Suzhou, Jiangsu, China
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Orthopaedic Institute, The First Affiliated Hospital, Suzhou Medical College, Soochow University, Suzhou, Jiangsu, China
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Keppler F, Boros M, Polag D. Radical-Driven Methane Formation in Humans Evidenced by Exogenous Isotope-Labeled DMSO and Methionine. Antioxidants (Basel) 2023; 12:1381. [PMID: 37507920 PMCID: PMC10376501 DOI: 10.3390/antiox12071381] [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: 05/26/2023] [Revised: 06/29/2023] [Accepted: 07/01/2023] [Indexed: 07/30/2023] Open
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Methane (CH4), which is produced endogenously in animals and plants, was recently suggested to play a role in cellular physiology, potentially influencing the signaling pathways and regulatory mechanisms involved in nitrosative and oxidative stress responses. In addition, it was proposed that the supplementation of CH4 to organisms may be beneficial for the treatment of several diseases, including ischemia, reperfusion injury, and inflammation. However, it is still unclear whether and how CH4 is produced in mammalian cells without the help of microorganisms, and how CH4 might be involved in physiological processes in humans. In this study, we produced the first evidence of the principle that CH4 is formed non-microbially in the human body by applying isotopically labeled methylated sulfur compounds, such as dimethyl sulfoxide (DMSO) and methionine, as carbon precursors to confirm cellular CH4 formation. A volunteer applied isotopically labeled (2H and 13C) DMSO on the skin, orally, and to blood samples. The monitoring of stable isotope values of CH4 convincingly showed the conversion of the methyl groups, as isotopically labeled CH4 was formed during all experiments. Based on these results, we considered several hypotheses about endogenously formed CH4 in humans, including physiological aspects and stress responses involving reactive oxygen species (ROS). While further and broader validation studies are needed, the results may unambiguously serve as a proof of concept for the endogenous formation of CH4 in humans via a radical-driven process. Furthermore, these results might encourage follow-up studies to decipher the potential physiological role of CH4 and its bioactivity in humans in more detail. Of particular importance is the potential to monitor CH4 as an oxidative stress biomarker if the observed large variability of CH4 in breath air is an indicator of physiological stress responses and immune reactions. Finally, the potential role of DMSO as a radical scavenger to counteract oxidative stress caused by ROS might be considered in the health sciences. DMSO has already been investigated for many years, but its potential positive role in medical use remains highly uncertain.
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- Frank Keppler
- Institute of Earth Sciences, Heidelberg University, D-69120 Heidelberg, Germany
- Heidelberg Center for the Environment (HCE), Heidelberg University, D-69120 Heidelberg, Germany
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- Institute of Surgical Research, University of Szeged, H-6724 Szeged, Hungary
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- Institute of Earth Sciences, Heidelberg University, D-69120 Heidelberg, Germany
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Cardona CJ, Montgomery MR. Iron regulatory proteins: players or pawns in ferroptosis and cancer? Front Mol Biosci 2023; 10:1229710. [PMID: 37457833 PMCID: PMC10340119 DOI: 10.3389/fmolb.2023.1229710] [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: 05/26/2023] [Accepted: 06/21/2023] [Indexed: 07/18/2023] Open
Abstract
Cells require iron for essential functions like energy production and signaling. However, iron can also engage in free radical formation and promote cell proliferation thereby contributing to both tumor initiation and growth. Thus, the amount of iron within the body and in individual cells is tightly regulated. At the cellular level, iron homeostasis is maintained post-transcriptionally by iron regulatory proteins (IRPs). Ferroptosis is an iron-dependent form of programmed cell death with vast chemotherapeutic potential, yet while IRP-dependent targets have established roles in ferroptosis, our understanding of the contributions of IRPs themselves is still in its infancy. In this review, we present the growing circumstantial evidence suggesting that IRPs play critical roles in the adaptive response to ferroptosis and ferroptotic cell death and describe how this knowledge can be leveraged to target neoplastic iron dysregulation more effectively.
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Choudhary HB, Mandlik SK, Mandlik DS. Role of p53 suppression in the pathogenesis of hepatocellular carcinoma. World J Gastrointest Pathophysiol 2023; 14:46-70. [PMID: 37304923 PMCID: PMC10251250 DOI: 10.4291/wjgp.v14.i3.46] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/27/2023] [Revised: 05/19/2023] [Accepted: 05/31/2023] [Indexed: 06/01/2023] Open
Abstract
In the world, hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC) is among the top 10 most prevalent malignancies. HCC formation has indeed been linked to numerous etiological factors, including alcohol usage, hepatitis viruses and liver cirrhosis. Among the most prevalent defects in a wide range of tumours, notably HCC, is the silencing of the p53 tumour suppressor gene. The control of the cell cycle and the preservation of gene function are both critically important functions of p53. In order to pinpoint the core mechanisms of HCC and find more efficient treatments, molecular research employing HCC tissues has been the main focus. Stimulated p53 triggers necessary reactions that achieve cell cycle arrest, genetic stability, DNA repair and the elimination of DNA-damaged cells’ responses to biological stressors (like oncogenes or DNA damage). To the contrary hand, the oncogene protein of the murine double minute 2 (MDM2) is a significant biological inhibitor of p53. MDM2 causes p53 protein degradation, which in turn adversely controls p53 function. Despite carrying wt-p53, the majority of HCCs show abnormalities in the p53-expressed apoptotic pathway. High p53 in-vivo expression might have two clinical impacts on HCC: (1) Increased levels of exogenous p53 protein cause tumour cells to undergo apoptosis by preventing cell growth through a number of biological pathways; and (2) Exogenous p53 makes HCC susceptible to various anticancer drugs. This review describes the functions and primary mechanisms of p53 in pathological mechanism, chemoresistance and therapeutic mechanisms of HCC.
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- Heena B Choudhary
- Department of Pharmacology, BVDU, Poona College of Pharmacy, Pune 411038, Maharashtra, India
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- Department of Pharmaceutics, BVDU, Poona College of Pharmacy, Pune 411038, Maharashtra, India
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- Department of Pharmacology, BVDU, Poona College of Pharmacy, Pune 411038, Maharashtra, India
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Wu T, Liu C, Thamizhchelvan AM, Fleischer C, Peng X, Liu G, Mao H. Label-Free Chemically and Molecularly Selective Magnetic Resonance Imaging. CHEMICAL & BIOMEDICAL IMAGING 2023; 1:121-139. [PMID: 37235188 PMCID: PMC10207347 DOI: 10.1021/cbmi.3c00019] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/29/2023] [Revised: 03/20/2023] [Accepted: 04/01/2023] [Indexed: 05/28/2023]
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Biomedical imaging, especially molecular imaging, has been a driving force in scientific discovery, technological innovation, and precision medicine in the past two decades. While substantial advances and discoveries in chemical biology have been made to develop molecular imaging probes and tracers, translating these exogenous agents to clinical application in precision medicine is a major challenge. Among the clinically accepted imaging modalities, magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) and magnetic resonance spectroscopy (MRS) exemplify the most effective and robust biomedical imaging tools. Both MRI and MRS enable a broad range of chemical, biological and clinical applications from determining molecular structures in biochemical analysis to imaging diagnosis and characterization of many diseases and image-guided interventions. Using chemical, biological, and nuclear magnetic resonance properties of specific endogenous metabolites and native MRI contrast-enhancing biomolecules, label-free molecular and cellular imaging with MRI can be achieved in biomedical research and clinical management of patients with various diseases. This review article outlines the chemical and biological bases of several label-free chemically and molecularly selective MRI and MRS methods that have been applied in imaging biomarker discovery, preclinical investigation, and image-guided clinical management. Examples are provided to demonstrate strategies for using endogenous probes to report the molecular, metabolic, physiological, and functional events and processes in living systems, including patients. Future perspectives on label-free molecular MRI and its challenges as well as potential solutions, including the use of rational design and engineered approaches to develop chemical and biological imaging probes to facilitate or combine with label-free molecular MRI, are discussed.
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- Tianhe Wu
- Department
of Radiology and Imaging Sciences, Emory
University School of Medicine, Atlanta, Georgia 30322, United States
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- F.M.
Kirby Research Center for Functional Brain Imaging, Kennedy Krieger Institute, Baltimore, Maryland 21205, United States
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- Department
of Radiology and Imaging Sciences, Emory
University School of Medicine, Atlanta, Georgia 30322, United States
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- Department
of Radiology and Imaging Sciences, Emory
University School of Medicine, Atlanta, Georgia 30322, United States
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- Jiangsu
Key Laboratory of Molecular and Functional Imaging, Department of
Radiology, Zhongda Hospital, Medical School
of Southeast University, Nanjing, Jiangsu 210009, China
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Kirby Research Center for Functional Brain Imaging, Kennedy Krieger Institute, Baltimore, Maryland 21205, United States
- Russell
H. Morgan Department of Radiology and Radiological Science, Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine, Baltimore, Maryland 21205, United States
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- Department
of Radiology and Imaging Sciences, Emory
University School of Medicine, Atlanta, Georgia 30322, United States
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Kluknavsky M, Micurova A, Skratek M, Balis P, Okuliarova M, Manka J, Bernatova I. A Single Infusion of Polyethylene Glycol-Coated Superparamagnetic Magnetite Nanoparticles Alters Differently the Expressions of Genes Involved in Iron Metabolism in the Liver and Heart of Rats. Pharmaceutics 2023; 15:pharmaceutics15051475. [PMID: 37242717 DOI: 10.3390/pharmaceutics15051475] [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: 04/30/2023] [Accepted: 05/09/2023] [Indexed: 05/28/2023] Open
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This study investigated genotype- and tissue-related differences in the biodistribution of superparamagnetic magnetite (Fe3O4) nanoparticles (IONs) into the heart and liver of normotensive Wistar Kyoto (WKY) and spontaneously hypertensive (SHR) rats after a single i.v. infusion of polyethylene glycol-coated IONs (~30 nm, 1mg Fe/kg) 100 min post-infusion. The effects of IONs on the expression of selected genes involved in the regulation of iron metabolism, including Nos, Sod and Gpx4, and their possible regulation by nuclear factor (erythroid-derived 2)-like 2 (NRF2, encoded by Nfe2l2) and iron-regulatory protein (encoded by Irp1) were investigated. In addition, superoxide and nitric oxide (NO) production were determined. Results showed reduced ION incorporations into tissues of SHR compared to WKY and in the hearts compared to the livers. IONs reduced plasma corticosterone levels and NO production in the livers of SHR. Elevated superoxide production was found only in ION-treated WKY. Results also showed differences in the regulation of iron metabolism on the gene level in the heart and liver. In the hearts, gene expressions of Nos2, Nos3, Sod1, Sod2, Fpn, Tf, Dmt1 and Fth1 correlated with Irp1 but not with Nfe2l2, suggesting that their expression is regulated by mainly iron content. In the livers, expressions of Nos2, Nos3, Sod2, Gpx4, and Dmt1 correlated with Nfe2l2 but not with Irp1, suggesting a predominant effect of oxidative stress and/or NO.
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- Michal Kluknavsky
- Centre of Experimental Medicine, Slovak Academy of Sciences, Institute of Normal and Pathological Physiology, 813 71 Bratislava, Slovakia
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- Centre of Experimental Medicine, Slovak Academy of Sciences, Institute of Normal and Pathological Physiology, 813 71 Bratislava, Slovakia
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- Institute of Measurement Science, Slovak Academy of Sciences, 841 04 Bratislava, Slovakia
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- Centre of Experimental Medicine, Slovak Academy of Sciences, Institute of Normal and Pathological Physiology, 813 71 Bratislava, Slovakia
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- Department of Animal Physiology and Ethology, Faculty of Natural Sciences, Comenius University, 842 15 Bratislava, Slovakia
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- Institute of Measurement Science, Slovak Academy of Sciences, 841 04 Bratislava, Slovakia
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- Centre of Experimental Medicine, Slovak Academy of Sciences, Institute of Normal and Pathological Physiology, 813 71 Bratislava, Slovakia
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Imoto I, Yasuma T, D’Alessandro-Gabazza CN, Oka S, Misaki M, Horiki N, Gabazza EC. Antimicrobial Effects of Lactoferrin against Helicobacter pylori Infection. Pathogens 2023; 12:599. [PMID: 37111484 PMCID: PMC10144760 DOI: 10.3390/pathogens12040599] [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: 03/17/2023] [Revised: 04/11/2023] [Accepted: 04/12/2023] [Indexed: 04/29/2023] Open
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Helicobacter (H.) pylori is the primary causative agent of various gastroduodenal diseases. H. pylori is an adapted microorganism that has evolved to survive in the acidic conditions of the human stomach, possessing a natural strategy for colonizing harsh environments. Despite the implementation of various eradication regimens worldwide, the eradication rate of H. pylori has decreased to less than 80% in recent years due to the emergence of antibiotic-resistant strains. This has posed a significant challenge in treating H. pylori infection, as antibiotic resistance and side effects have become increasingly problematic. Lactoferrin, a member of the transferrin family, is an iron-binding protein with antioxidant, antibacterial, antiviral, and anti-inflammatory properties that promote human health. The concentrations of lactoferrin in the gastric juice and mucosa significantly increase during H. pylori infection and are strongly correlated with the severity of gastric mucosal inflammation. Numerous researchers have studied the antimicrobial properties of lactoferrin both in vitro and in vivo. In addition, recent studies have investigated the addition of oral lactoferrin supplementation to H. pylori eradication therapy, even though monotherapy with lactoferrin does not eradicate the microorganism. In this article, we reviewed the survival strategy of H. pylori to evade the antimicrobial activity of human lactoferrin and explore the potential of lactoferrin in H. pylori eradication therapy.
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- Ichiro Imoto
- Digestive Endoscopy Center, Doshinkai Tohyama Hospital, Minami-shinmachi 17-22, Tsu, Mie 514-0043, Japan;
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- Department of Immunology, Mie University Faculty and Graduate School of Medicine, Edobashi 2-174, Tsu, Mie 514-8507, Japan; (T.Y.)
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- Department of Immunology, Mie University Faculty and Graduate School of Medicine, Edobashi 2-174, Tsu, Mie 514-8507, Japan; (T.Y.)
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- Department of Internal Medicine, Doshinkai Tohyama Hospital, Minami-shinmachi 17-22, Tsu, Mie 514-0043, Japan
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- Department of Internal Medicine, Doshinkai Tohyama Hospital, Minami-shinmachi 17-22, Tsu, Mie 514-0043, Japan
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- Digestive Center, Mie University Hospital, Edobashi 2-174, Tsu, Mie 514-8507, Japan
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- Department of Immunology, Mie University Faculty and Graduate School of Medicine, Edobashi 2-174, Tsu, Mie 514-8507, Japan; (T.Y.)
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P DN, B F, T DF, Ldm F, B MGF, M BR, M M, S TA, M EA. Iron Supplementation and Exercise During Pregnancy: Effects on Behavior and the Dopaminergic System. Biol Trace Elem Res 2023; 201:1639-1647. [PMID: 35715717 DOI: 10.1007/s12011-022-03306-3] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/30/2022] [Accepted: 05/28/2022] [Indexed: 11/02/2022]
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Although it is known that regular physical activity is recommended as part of a healthy lifestyle, the number of data concerning efficacy of exercise and your relationship with a demand for iron during pregnancy is limited. The purpose of this study was to evaluate the relationship between iron supplementation and exercise during pregnancy on the behavior of rats. Molecular variables dopamine transporter (DAT) and dopamine receptor (D2) related to the locomotor behavior in response to the exercise and the iron supplemented diet were investigated. Sixty-day-old female Wistar rats were used. The pregnant rats were distributed into the following groups: standard diet (SD, n = 7), iron supplementation (IS, n = 9), exercise (EX, n = 10), and exercise + iron supplementation (EX + IS, n = 9). All rats in both the pregnant and non-pregnant groups were submitted to open-field tests. The iron supplementation diet was shown to reduce locomotor behaviors, with reduced central and peripheral ambulation, reduced rearing, and increased freezing. On the other hand, physical exercise caused an increase in central and peripheral ambulation, and in rearing. The expression of the D2 receptor protein and the dopamine transporter DAT did not show changes with the interventions over 21 days of pregnancy. In this context, the present study demonstrated that both iron supplementation and exercise exerted an influence during pregnancy on the behavior of rats, however, with different effects.
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- Daubian-Nosé P
- Faculdade de Ciências Aplicadas, Universidade Estadual de Campinas, Jardim Santa Luiza, Rua Pedro Zaccaria, Limeira, São Paulo, 1300CEP 13484350, Brazil
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- Faculdade de Educação Física, Universidade Estadual de Campinas, Limeira, Brazil
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- Faculdade de Ciências Aplicadas, Universidade Estadual de Campinas, Jardim Santa Luiza, Rua Pedro Zaccaria, Limeira, São Paulo, 1300CEP 13484350, Brazil
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- Faculdade de Ciências Aplicadas, Universidade Estadual de Campinas, Jardim Santa Luiza, Rua Pedro Zaccaria, Limeira, São Paulo, 1300CEP 13484350, Brazil
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- Faculdade de Ciências Aplicadas, Universidade Estadual de Campinas, Jardim Santa Luiza, Rua Pedro Zaccaria, Limeira, São Paulo, 1300CEP 13484350, Brazil
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- Faculdade de Ciências Aplicadas, Universidade Estadual de Campinas, Jardim Santa Luiza, Rua Pedro Zaccaria, Limeira, São Paulo, 1300CEP 13484350, Brazil
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- Sleep and Epilepsy Center, Neurocenter of Southern Switzerland, Civic Hospital of Lugano (EOC), Lugano, Switzerland
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- Faculdade de Ciências Aplicadas, Universidade Estadual de Campinas, Jardim Santa Luiza, Rua Pedro Zaccaria, Limeira, São Paulo, 1300CEP 13484350, Brazil
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- Faculdade de Ciências Aplicadas, Universidade Estadual de Campinas, Jardim Santa Luiza, Rua Pedro Zaccaria, Limeira, São Paulo, 1300CEP 13484350, Brazil.
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Osteosarcoma (OS) is the most common primary solid malignant tumour of bone, with rapid progression and a very poor prognosis. Iron is an essential nutrient that makes it an important player in cellular activities due to its inherent ability to exchange electrons, and its metabolic abnormalities are associated with a variety of diseases. The body tightly regulates iron content at the systemic and cellular levels through various mechanisms to prevent iron deficiency and overload from damaging the body. OS cells regulate various mechanisms to increase the intracellular iron concentration to accelerate proliferation, and some studies have revealed the hidden link between iron metabolism and the occurrence and development of OS. This article briefly describes the process of normal iron metabolism, and focuses on the research progress of abnormal iron metabolism in OS from the systemic and cellular levels.
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- Xiaowei Ma
- Department of Orthopedics, National Cancer Center/National Clinical Research Center for Cancer/Cancer Hospital, Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences and Peking Union Medical College, No. 17 Nanli, Panjiayuan, Chaoyang District, Beijing, 100021, People's Republic of China
- Department of Orthopedics, The Fourth Hospital of Hebei Medical University, 12 Health Road, Hebei Province, Shijiazhuang, 050011, People's Republic of China
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- Department of Orthopedics, The Fourth Hospital of Hebei Medical University, 12 Health Road, Hebei Province, Shijiazhuang, 050011, People's Republic of China
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- Department of Orthopedics, National Cancer Center/National Clinical Research Center for Cancer/Cancer Hospital, Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences and Peking Union Medical College, No. 17 Nanli, Panjiayuan, Chaoyang District, Beijing, 100021, People's Republic of China.
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Costa I, Barbosa DJ, Benfeito S, Silva V, Chavarria D, Borges F, Remião F, Silva R. Molecular mechanisms of ferroptosis and their involvement in brain diseases. Pharmacol Ther 2023; 244:108373. [PMID: 36894028 DOI: 10.1016/j.pharmthera.2023.108373] [Citation(s) in RCA: 76] [Impact Index Per Article: 76.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/01/2022] [Revised: 03/01/2023] [Accepted: 03/02/2023] [Indexed: 03/09/2023]
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Ferroptosis is a type of regulated cell death characterized by intracellular accumulation of iron and reactive oxygen species, inhibition of system Xc-, glutathione depletion, nicotinamide adenine dinucleotide phosphate oxidation and lipid peroxidation. Since its discovery and characterization in 2012, many efforts have been made to reveal the underlying mechanisms, modulating compounds, and its involvement in disease pathways. Ferroptosis inducers include erastin, sorafenib, sulfasalazine and glutamate, which, by inhibiting system Xc-, prevent the import of cysteine into the cells. RSL3, statins, Ml162 and Ml210 induce ferroptosis by inhibiting glutathione peroxidase 4 (GPX4), which is responsible for preventing the formation of lipid peroxides, and FIN56 and withaferin trigger GPX4 degradation. On the other side, ferroptosis inhibitors include ferrostatin-1, liproxstatin-1, α-tocopherol, zileuton, FSP1, CoQ10 and BH4, which interrupt the lipid peroxidation cascade. Additionally, deferoxamine, deferiprone and N-acetylcysteine, by targeting other cellular pathways, have also been classified as ferroptosis inhibitors. Increased evidence has established the involvement of ferroptosis in distinct brain diseases, including Alzheimer's, Parkinson's and Huntington's diseases, amyotrophic lateral sclerosis, multiple sclerosis, and Friedreich's ataxia. Thus, a deep understanding of how ferroptosis contributes to these diseases, and how it can be modulated, can open a new window of opportunities for novel therapeutic strategies and targets. Other studies have shown a sensitivity of cancer cells with mutated RAS to ferroptosis induction and that chemotherapeutic agents and ferroptosis inducers synergize in tumor treatment. Thus, it is tempting to consider that ferroptosis may arise as a target mechanistic pathway for the treatment of brain tumors. Therefore, this work provides an up-to-date review on the molecular and cellular mechanisms of ferroptosis and their involvement in brain diseases. In addition, information on the main ferroptosis inducers and inhibitors and their molecular targets is also provided.
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- Inês Costa
- Associate Laboratory i4HB - Institute for Health and Bioeconomy, Faculty of Pharmacy, University of Porto, 4050-313 Porto, Portugal; UCIBIO - Applied Molecular Biosciences Unit, Laboratory of Toxicology, Department of Biological Sciences, Faculty of Pharmacy, University of Porto, 4050-313 Porto, Portugal
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- TOXRUN - Toxicology Research Unit, Department of Sciences, University Institute of Health Sciences, CESPU, CRL, 4585-116 Gandra, Portugal; Instituto de Investigação e Inovação em Saúde (i3S), Universidade do Porto, 4200-135 Porto, Portugal
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- CIQUP-IMS - Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry, Faculty of Sciences, University of Porto, R. Campo Alegre s/n, 4169-007 Porto, Portugal.
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- Associate Laboratory i4HB - Institute for Health and Bioeconomy, Faculty of Pharmacy, University of Porto, 4050-313 Porto, Portugal; UCIBIO - Applied Molecular Biosciences Unit, Laboratory of Toxicology, Department of Biological Sciences, Faculty of Pharmacy, University of Porto, 4050-313 Porto, Portugal; CIQUP-IMS - Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry, Faculty of Sciences, University of Porto, R. Campo Alegre s/n, 4169-007 Porto, Portugal
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- CIQUP-IMS - Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry, Faculty of Sciences, University of Porto, R. Campo Alegre s/n, 4169-007 Porto, Portugal
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- CIQUP-IMS - Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry, Faculty of Sciences, University of Porto, R. Campo Alegre s/n, 4169-007 Porto, Portugal
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- Associate Laboratory i4HB - Institute for Health and Bioeconomy, Faculty of Pharmacy, University of Porto, 4050-313 Porto, Portugal; UCIBIO - Applied Molecular Biosciences Unit, Laboratory of Toxicology, Department of Biological Sciences, Faculty of Pharmacy, University of Porto, 4050-313 Porto, Portugal
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- Associate Laboratory i4HB - Institute for Health and Bioeconomy, Faculty of Pharmacy, University of Porto, 4050-313 Porto, Portugal; UCIBIO - Applied Molecular Biosciences Unit, Laboratory of Toxicology, Department of Biological Sciences, Faculty of Pharmacy, University of Porto, 4050-313 Porto, Portugal.
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Metabolic syndrome (MS), a conglomeration of several conditions including obesity, type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM), insulin resistance, elevated blood pressure, and dyslipidemia is reaching epidemic proportions. Anemia is caused by iron deficiency or dysregulation of iron homeostasis, leading to tissue hypoxia. Coexistence of anemia and MS or its components has been reported in the literature. The term "rubrometabolic syndrome" acts as a unifying entity linking the importance of blood in health and anemia in MS; it justifies two principles - redness of blood and low-grade inflammation. Chronic low-grade inflammation in MS affects iron metabolism leading to anemia. Tissue hypoxia that results from the anemic condition seems to be a major causative factor for the exacerbation of several microvascular and macrovascular components of T2DM, which include diabetic neuropathy, nephropathy, retinopathy, and cardiovascular complications. In obesity, anemia leads to malabsorption of micronutrients and can complicate the management of the condition by bariatric surgery. Anemia interferes with the diagnosis and management of T2DM, obesity, dyslipidemia, or hypertension due to its effect on pathological tests as well as medications. Since anemia in MS is multifaceted, the management of anemia is challenging as overcorrection of anemia with erythropoietin-stimulating agents can cause detrimental effects. These limitations necessitate availability of an effective and safe therapy that can maintain and elevate the hemoglobin levels along with maintaining the physiological balance of other systems. This review discusses the physiological links between anemia and MS along with diagnosis and management strategies in patients with coexistence of anemia and MS.
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- Division of Endocrinology, Stellenbosch University & Tygerberg Hospital, Cape Town, South Africa
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- Department of Renal Medicine, Salford Royal NHS Foundation Trust, Salford, UK
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- Resultados Medicos, Desarrollo e Investigación, SC, Boulevard Valle de San Javier, Pachuca Hidalgo, Mexico City, Mexico
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- University of Melbourne, Launceston, Australia
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Jiao D, Xu J, Lou C, Luo Y, Ni C, Shen G, Fang M, Gong X. Quercetin alleviates subarachnoid hemorrhage-induced early brain injury via inhibiting ferroptosis in the rat model. Anat Rec (Hoboken) 2023; 306:638-650. [PMID: 36437694 DOI: 10.1002/ar.25130] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 7.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/07/2022] [Revised: 11/02/2022] [Accepted: 11/15/2022] [Indexed: 11/29/2022]
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Early brain injury (EBI) refers to a series of pathophysiological brain lesions that occur within 72 hr after subarachnoid hemorrhage (SAH), which is an extremely crucial factor in the poor prognosis of patients. In EBI, ferroptosis has been proven to cause neuronal death. Quercetin (QCT) is effective in deactivating reactive oxygen species (ROS), inhibiting lipid peroxidation, and even chelating iron, but its role in SAH remains unclear. In this study, the mortality rate, severity grade of SAH, brain water content (BWC), blood-brain barrier permeability, and neurological function of the rats were detected. Moreover, mitochondrial morphology in cortical neurons were observed and their sizes were subsequently quantified. The levels of lipid peroxidation on glutathione and malondialdehyde (MDA) and glutathione peroxidase (GSH-Px) were determined, whereas the protein expressions of glutathione peroxidase 4 (GPX4), SLC7A11 (xCT), transferrin receptor 1 (TfR1), and ferroportin-1 (FPN1) were analyzed by western immunoblotting. The neurodegeneration involved in EBI was investigated by fluoro-Jade C staining, while iron staining was utilized to measure iron content. Our results showed that inhibition of ferroptosis by QCT could suppress EBI and improve neurological function in SAH rats. QCT increased the expression levels of GPX4, xCT, and FPN1, while downregulated TfR1, and exerted protective effects on neurons as well as alleviated iron accumulation and lipid peroxidation in the cortex of SAH rats. In conclusion, our study revealed that QCT might alleviate the EBI by inhibiting ferroptosis in SAH rats.
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- Dian Jiao
- College of Biotechnology and Bioengineering, Zhejiang University of Technology, Hangzhou, China
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- College of Biotechnology and Bioengineering, Zhejiang University of Technology, Hangzhou, China
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- Department of Neurosurgery, The Fourth Affiliated Hospital, Zhejiang University School of Medicine, Yiwu, China
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- Department of Pediatrics, Affiliated Hangzhou First People's Hospital, Zhejiang University School of Medicine, Hangzhou, China
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- Graduate School, Bengbu Medical College, Bengbu, China
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- The Affiliated People's Hospital of Hangzhou Medical College, Hangzhou Medical College, Hangzhou, China
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- Institute of Neuroscience, Zhejiang University School of Medicine, Hangzhou, China
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- Rehabilitation Medicine Center, Department of Radiology, Zhejiang Provincial People's Hospital, Affiliated People's Hospital, Hangzhou Medical College, Hangzhou, China
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Boas D, Remennik S, Reches M. Peptide-capped Au and Ag nanoparticles: Detection of heavy metals and photochemical core/shell formation. J Colloid Interface Sci 2023; 631:66-76. [DOI: 10.1016/j.jcis.2022.10.154] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/19/2022] [Revised: 10/21/2022] [Accepted: 10/29/2022] [Indexed: 11/11/2022]
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Evaluation of Biodegradable Alloy Fe30Mn0.6N in Rabbit Femur and Cartilage through Detecting Osteogenesis and Autophagy. BIOMED RESEARCH INTERNATIONAL 2023; 2023:3626776. [PMID: 36714031 PMCID: PMC9876671 DOI: 10.1155/2023/3626776] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/20/2022] [Revised: 12/22/2022] [Accepted: 12/26/2022] [Indexed: 01/20/2023]
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Biodegradable iron alloy implants have become one of the most ideal possible candidates because of their biocompatibility and comprehensive mechanical properties. Iron alloy's impact on chondrocytes is still unknown, though. This investigation looked at the biocompatibility and degradation of the Fe30Mn0.6N alloy as well as how it affected bone formation and chondrocyte autophagy. In vivo implantation of Fe30Mn0.6N and Ti6Al4V rods into rabbit femoral cartilage and femoral shaft was carried out to evaluate the degradation of the alloy and the cartilage and bone response at different intervals. After 8 weeks of implantation, the cross-sectional area of the Fe30Mn0.6N alloys lowered by 50.79 ± 9.59%. More Ca and P element deposition was found on the surface Fe30Mn0.6N rods by using energy dispersive spectroscopy (EDS) and scanning electron microscopy (P < 0.05). After 2, 4, and 8 weeks of implantation, no evident inflammatory infiltration was seen in peri-implant cartilage and bone tissue of Fe30Mn0.6N and Ti6Al4V alloys. Also, implantation of Fe30Mn0.6N alloy promoted autophagy in cartilage by detecting expression of LC3-II compared with Ti6Al4V after implantation (P < 0.05). Fe30Mn0.6N alloy also stimulated early osteogenesis at the peri-implant interface compared with Ti6Al4V after implantation (P < 0.05). In the in vitro test, we found that low concentrations of Fe30Mn0.6N extracts had no influence on cell viability. 15% and 30% extracts of Fe30Mn0.6N could upregulate autophagy compared to the control group by detecting beclin-1, LC3, Atg3, and P62 on the basis of WB and IHC (P < 0.05). Also, the PI3K-AKT-mTOR signaling pathway mediated in the upregulation of autophagy of chondrocytes resulting in exposure to extract of Fe30Mn0.6N alloy. It is concluded that Fe30Mn0.6N showed degradability and biocompatibility in vivo and upregulated autophagy activity in chondrocytes.
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Role of Iron Deficiency in Heart Failure-Clinical and Treatment Approach: An Overview. Diagnostics (Basel) 2023; 13:diagnostics13020304. [PMID: 36673114 PMCID: PMC9857585 DOI: 10.3390/diagnostics13020304] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 5.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/12/2022] [Revised: 01/09/2023] [Accepted: 01/11/2023] [Indexed: 01/18/2023] Open
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BACKGROUND The association of chronic heart failure (CHF) and iron deficiency (ID) with or without anemia is frequently encountered in current medical practice and has a negative prognostic impact, worsening patients' exercise capacity and increasing hospitalization costs. Moreover, anemia is common in patients with chronic kidney disease (CKD) and CHF, an association known as cardio-renal anemia syndrome (CRAS) possessing a significantly increased risk of death. AIM This review aims to provide an illustrative survey on the impact of ID in CHF patients-based on physiopathological traits, clinical features, and the correlation between functional and absolute ID with CHF-and the benefit of iron supplementation in CHF. METHOD We selected the most recent publications with important scientific content covering the association of CHF and ID with or without anemia. DISCUSSIONS An intricate physiopathological interplay is described in these patients-decrease in erythropoietin levels, activation of the renin-angiotensin-aldosterone system, systemic inflammation, and increases in hepcidin levels. These mechanisms amplify anemia, CHF, and CKD severity and worsen patients' outcomes. CONCLUSIONS Anemia is frequently encountered in CHF and represents a negative prognostic factor. Data from randomized controlled trials have underlined the administration of intravenous iron therapy (ferric carboxymaltose) as the only viable treatment option, with beneficial effects on quality of life and exercise capacity in patients with ID and systolic heart failure.
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Chen L, Zhao Q, Du X, Chen X, Jiao Q, Jiang H. Effects of oxidative stress caused by iron overload on arachidonic acid metabolites in MES23.5 cells. J Biosci 2022. [DOI: 10.1007/s12038-022-00321-3] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/23/2022]
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Cegarra L, Aguirre P, Nuñez MT, Gerdtzen ZP, Salgado JC. Calcium is a noncompetitive inhibitor of DMT1 on the intestinal iron absorption process: empirical evidence and mathematical modeling analysis. Am J Physiol Cell Physiol 2022; 323:C1791-C1806. [PMID: 36342159 DOI: 10.1152/ajpcell.00411.2022] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/09/2022]
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Iron absorption is a complex and highly controlled process where DMT1 transports nonheme iron through the brush-border membrane of enterocytes to the cytoplasm but does not transport alkaline-earth metals such as calcium. However, it has been proposed that high concentrations of calcium in the diet could reduce iron bioavailability. In this work, we investigate the effect of intracellular and extracellular calcium on iron uptake by Caco-2 cells, as determined by calcein fluorescence quenching. We found that extracellular calcium inhibits iron uptake by Caco-2 cells in a concentration-dependent manner. Chelation of intracellular calcium with BAPTA did not affect iron uptake, which indicates that the inhibitory effect of calcium is not exerted through intracellular calcium signaling. Kinetic studies performed, provided evidence that calcium acts as a reversible noncompetitive inhibitor of the iron transport activity of DMT1. Based on these experimental results, a mathematical model was developed that considers the dynamics of noncompetitive inhibition using a four-state mechanism to describe the inhibitory effect of calcium on the DMT1 iron transport process in intestinal cells. The model accurately predicts the calcein fluorescence quenching dynamics observed experimentally after an iron challenge. Therefore, the proposed model structure is capable of representing the inhibitory effect of extracellular calcium on DMT1-mediated iron entry into the cLIP of Caco-2 cells. Considering the range of calcium concentrations that can inhibit iron uptake, the possible inhibition of dietary calcium on intestinal iron uptake is discussed.
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- Layimar Cegarra
- Laboratory of Process Modeling and Distributed Computing, Department of Chemical Engineering, Biotechnology and Materials, University of Chile, Santiago, Chile.,Mammalian Cell Culture Laboratory, Department of Chemical Engineering, Biotechnology and Materials, University of Chile, Santiago, Chile.,Centre for Biotechnology and Bioengineering, University of Chile, Santiago, Chile
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- Iron and Biology of Aging Laboratory, Department of Biology, Faculty of Sciences, University of Chile, Santiago, Chile
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- Iron and Biology of Aging Laboratory, Department of Biology, Faculty of Sciences, University of Chile, Santiago, Chile
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- Mammalian Cell Culture Laboratory, Department of Chemical Engineering, Biotechnology and Materials, University of Chile, Santiago, Chile.,Centre for Biotechnology and Bioengineering, University of Chile, Santiago, Chile.,Center of Interventional Medicine for Precision and Advanced Cellular Therapy, Santiago, Chile.,Millennium Nucleus Marine Agronomy of Seaweed Holobionts, Puerto Mont, Chile
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- Laboratory of Process Modeling and Distributed Computing, Department of Chemical Engineering, Biotechnology and Materials, University of Chile, Santiago, Chile.,Centre for Biotechnology and Bioengineering, University of Chile, Santiago, Chile
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Targeting Ferroptosis Holds Potential for Intervertebral Disc Degeneration Therapy. Cells 2022; 11:cells11213508. [PMID: 36359904 PMCID: PMC9653619 DOI: 10.3390/cells11213508] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/30/2022] [Revised: 11/02/2022] [Accepted: 11/03/2022] [Indexed: 11/09/2022] Open
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Intervertebral disc degeneration (IVDD) is a common pathological condition responsible for lower back pain, which can significantly increase economic and social burdens. Although considerable efforts have been made to identify potential mechanisms of disc degeneration, the treatment of IVDD is not satisfactory. Ferroptosis, a recently reported form of regulated cell death (RCD), is characterized by iron-dependent lipid peroxidation and has been demonstrated to be responsible for a variety of degenerative diseases. Accumulating evidence suggests that ferroptosis is implicated in IVDD by decreasing viability and increasing extracellular matrix degradation of nucleus pulposus cells, annulus fibrosus cells, or endplate chondrocytes. In this review, we summarize the literature regarding ferroptosis of intervertebral disc cells and discuss its molecular pathways and biomarkers for treating IVDD. Importantly, ferroptosis is verified as a promising therapeutic target for IVDD.
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Zhou Y, Fang C, Xu H, Yuan L, Liu Y, Wang X, Zhang A, Shao A, Zhou D. Ferroptosis in glioma treatment: Current situation, prospects and drug applications. Front Oncol 2022; 12:989896. [PMID: 36249003 PMCID: PMC9557197 DOI: 10.3389/fonc.2022.989896] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/09/2022] [Accepted: 09/14/2022] [Indexed: 11/13/2022] Open
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Ferroptosis is a regulatory form of iron-dependent cell death caused by the accumulation of lipid-based reactive oxygen species (ROS) and differs from apoptosis, pyroptosis, and necrosis. Especially in neoplastic diseases, the susceptibility of tumor cells to ferroptosis affects prognosis and is associated with complex effects. Gliomas are the most common primary intracranial tumors, accounting for disease in 81% of patients with malignant brain tumors. An increasing number of studies have revealed the particular characteristics of iron metabolism in glioma cells. Therefore, agents that target a wide range of molecules involved in ferroptosis may regulate this process and enhance glioma treatment. Here, we review the underlying mechanisms of ferroptosis and summarize the potential therapeutic options for targeting ferroptosis in glioma.
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- Yuhang Zhou
- Health Management Center, Tongde Hospital of Zhejiang Province, Hangzhou, China
- The First Clinical Medical College, Heilongjiang University of Chinese Medicine, Harbin, China
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Shanghai General Hospital, School of Medicine, Shanghai Jiao Tong University, Shanghai, China
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Shanghai General Hospital, School of Medicine, Shanghai Jiao Tong University, Shanghai, China
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Shanghai General Hospital, School of Medicine, Shanghai Jiao Tong University, Shanghai, China
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- Department of Neurosurgery, The Second Affiliated Hospital, School of Medicine, Zhejiang University, Hangzhou, China
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- Department of Neurosurgery, The Second Affiliated Hospital, School of Medicine, Zhejiang University, Hangzhou, China
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- Department of Neurosurgery, The Second Affiliated Hospital, School of Medicine, Zhejiang University, Hangzhou, China
- *Correspondence: Anke Zhang, ; Anwen Shao, ; Danyang Zhou,
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- Department of Neurosurgery, The Second Affiliated Hospital, School of Medicine, Zhejiang University, Hangzhou, China
- *Correspondence: Anke Zhang, ; Anwen Shao, ; Danyang Zhou,
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- Health Management Center, Tongde Hospital of Zhejiang Province, Hangzhou, China
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Harpagophytum procumbens Inhibits Iron Overload-Induced Oxidative Stress through Activation of Nrf2 Signaling in a Rat Model of Lumbar Spinal Stenosis. OXIDATIVE MEDICINE AND CELLULAR LONGEVITY 2022; 2022:3472443. [PMID: 36160714 PMCID: PMC9492433 DOI: 10.1155/2022/3472443] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/27/2022] [Revised: 06/27/2022] [Accepted: 08/10/2022] [Indexed: 12/14/2022]
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Lumbar spinal stenosis (LSS) is a common degenerative spinal condition in older individuals that causes impaired walking and other disabilities due to severe lower back and leg pain. Ligamentum flavum hypertrophy is a major LSS cause that may result from oxidative stress caused by degenerative cascades, including imbalanced iron homeostasis that leads to excessive reactive oxygen species production. We investigated the effects of Harpagophytum procumbens (HP) on iron-induced oxidative stress associated with LSS pathophysiology. Primary spinal cord neuron cultures were incubated in FeSO4-containing medium, followed by addition of 50, 100, or 200 μg/mL HP. Cell viability was assessed by CCK-8 and live/dead cell assays and by propidium iodide-live imaging. In an in vivo rat model of LSS, HP were administered at 100, 200, and 400 mg/kg, and disease progression was monitored for up to 3 weeks. We investigated the in vitro and in vivo effects of HP on iron-induced neurotoxicity by immunochemistry, real-time PCR, and flow cytometry. HP exerted neuroprotective effects and enhanced neurite outgrowths of iron-injured rat primary spinal cord neurons in vitro. HP treatment significantly reduced necrotic cell death and improved cells' antioxidative capacity via the NRF2 signaling pathway in iron-treated neurons. At 1 week after HP administration in LSS rats, the inflammatory response and oxidative stress markers were substantially reduced through regulation of excess iron accumulation. Iron that accumulated in the spinal cord underneath the implanted silicone was also regulated by HP administration via NRF2 signaling pathway activation. HP-treated LSS rats showed gradually reduced mechanical allodynia and amelioration of impaired behavior for 3 weeks. We demonstrated that HP administration can maintain iron homeostasis within neurons via activation of NRF2 signaling and can consequently facilitate functional recovery by regulating iron-induced oxidative stress. This fundamentally new strategy holds promise for LSS treatment.
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Doan LH, Chu LW, Huang ZY, Nguyen AT, Lee CY, Huang CL, Chang YF, Hsieh WY, Nguyen TTH, Lin CH, Su CL, Chuang TH, Lai JM, Wang FS, Yang CJ, Liu HK, Ping YH, Huang CYF. Virofree, an Herbal Medicine-Based Formula, Interrupts the Viral Infection of Delta and Omicron Variants of SARS-CoV-2. Front Pharmacol 2022; 13:905197. [PMID: 35860023 PMCID: PMC9289459 DOI: 10.3389/fphar.2022.905197] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/26/2022] [Accepted: 05/20/2022] [Indexed: 12/15/2022] Open
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Coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) remains a threat with the emergence of new variants, especially Delta and Omicron, without specific effective therapeutic drugs. The infection causes dysregulation of the immune system with a cytokine storm that eventually leads to fatal acute respiratory distress syndrome (ARDS) and further irreversible pulmonary fibrosis. Therefore, the promising way to inhibit infection is to disrupt the binding and fusion between the viral spike and the host ACE2 receptor. A transcriptome-based drug screening platform has been developed for COVID-19 to explore the possibility and potential of the long-established drugs or herbal medicines to reverse the unique genetic signature of COVID-19. In silico analysis showed that Virofree, an herbal medicine, reversed the genetic signature of COVID-19 and ARDS. Biochemical validations showed that Virofree could disrupt the binding of wild-type and Delta-variant spike proteins to ACE2 and its syncytial formation via cell-based pseudo-typed viral assays, as well as suppress binding between several variant recombinant spikes to ACE2, especially Delta and Omicron. Additionally, Virofree elevated miR-148b-5p levels, inhibited the main protease of SARS-CoV-2 (Mpro), and reduced LPS-induced TNF-α release. Virofree also prevented cellular iron accumulation leading to ferroptosis which occurs in SARS-CoV-2 patients. Furthermore, Virofree was able to reduce pulmonary fibrosis-related protein expression levels in vitro. In conclusion, Virofree was repurposed as a potential herbal medicine to combat COVID-19. This study highlights the inhibitory effect of Virofree on the entry of Delta and Omicron variants of SARS-CoV-2, which have not had any effective treatments during the emergence of the new variants spreading.
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- Ly Hien Doan
- Institute of Biopharmaceutical Sciences, College of Pharmaceutical Sciences, National Yang Ming Chiao Tung University, Taipei, Taiwan
- Institute of Biotechnology, Vietnam Academy of Science and Technology, Hanoi, Vietnam
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- Department and Institute of Pharmacology, College of Medicine, National Yang Ming Chiao Tung University, Taipei, Taiwan
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- Program in Molecular Medicine, College of Life Sciences, National Yang Ming Chiao Tung University, Taipei, Taiwan
- ASUS Intelligent Cloud Services, Taipei, Taiwan
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- Institute of Biopharmaceutical Sciences, College of Pharmaceutical Sciences, National Yang Ming Chiao Tung University, Taipei, Taiwan
- Taiwan National Graduate Program in Molecular Medicine, Academia Sinica, National Yang Ming Chiao Tung University, Taipei, Taiwan
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- Institute of Biopharmaceutical Sciences, College of Pharmaceutical Sciences, National Yang Ming Chiao Tung University, Taipei, Taiwan
- Immunology Research Center, National Health Research Institutes, Zhunan, Taiwan
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- Institute of Biopharmaceutical Sciences, College of Pharmaceutical Sciences, National Yang Ming Chiao Tung University, Taipei, Taiwan
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- Division of Basic Chinese Medicine, National Research Institute of Chinese Medicine (NRICM), Ministry of Health and Welfare, Taipei, Taiwan
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- Institute of Biopharmaceutical Sciences, College of Pharmaceutical Sciences, National Yang Ming Chiao Tung University, Taipei, Taiwan
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- Institute of Biopharmaceutical Sciences, College of Pharmaceutical Sciences, National Yang Ming Chiao Tung University, Taipei, Taiwan
- Department of Life Sciences and Institute of Genome Sciences, College of Life Sciences, National Yang Ming Chiao Tung University, Taipei, Taiwan
- Aging and Health Research Center, National Yang Ming Chiao Tung University, Taipei, Taiwan
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- Graduate Program of Nutrition Science, School of Life Science, National Taiwan Normal University, Taipei, Taiwan
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- Immunology Research Center, National Health Research Institutes, Zhunan, Taiwan
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- Department of Life Science, College of Science and Engineering, Fu Jen Catholic University, New Taipei City, Taiwan
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- Department of Chemical Engineering, National Chung Cheng University, Chiayi, Taiwan
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- Department of Internal Medicine, Far Eastern Memorial Hospital, New Taipei City, Taiwan
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- Division of Basic Chinese Medicine, National Research Institute of Chinese Medicine (NRICM), Ministry of Health and Welfare, Taipei, Taiwan
- Ph.D. Program in the Clinical Drug Development of Herbal Medicine, Taipei Medical University, Taipei, Taiwan
- Traditional Herbal Medicine Research Center, Taipei Medical University Hospital, Taipei, Taiwan
- *Correspondence: Hui-Kang Liu, ; Yueh-Hsin Ping, ; Chi-Ying F. Huang,
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- Department and Institute of Pharmacology, College of Medicine, National Yang Ming Chiao Tung University, Taipei, Taiwan
- Institute of Biophotonics, College of Biomedical Science and Engineering, National Yang Ming Chiao Tung University, Taipei, Taiwan
- *Correspondence: Hui-Kang Liu, ; Yueh-Hsin Ping, ; Chi-Ying F. Huang,
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- Institute of Biopharmaceutical Sciences, College of Pharmaceutical Sciences, National Yang Ming Chiao Tung University, Taipei, Taiwan
- Program in Molecular Medicine, College of Life Sciences, National Yang Ming Chiao Tung University, Taipei, Taiwan
- Taiwan National Graduate Program in Molecular Medicine, Academia Sinica, National Yang Ming Chiao Tung University, Taipei, Taiwan
- Institute of Clinical Medicine, College of Medicine, National Yang Ming Chiao Tung University, Taipei, Taiwan
- Department of Biotechnology and Laboratory Science in Medicine, School of Biomedical Science and Engineering, National Yang Ming Chiao Tung University, Taipei, Taiwan
- Department of Biochemistry, School of Medicine, Kaohsiung Medical University, Kaohsiung, Taiwan
- *Correspondence: Hui-Kang Liu, ; Yueh-Hsin Ping, ; Chi-Ying F. Huang,
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Ferroptosis and Its Emerging Role in Pre-Eclampsia. Antioxidants (Basel) 2022; 11:antiox11071282. [PMID: 35883776 PMCID: PMC9312356 DOI: 10.3390/antiox11071282] [Citation(s) in RCA: 9] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/07/2022] [Revised: 06/25/2022] [Accepted: 06/25/2022] [Indexed: 11/27/2022] Open
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Iron is essential for cell survival, and iron deficiency is a known risk factor for many reproductive diseases. Paradoxically, such disorders are also more common in cases of iron overload. Here, we evaluated the role of ferroptosis in women’s health, particularly focusing on pre-eclampsia (PE). PE is a multisystem disorder and is one of the leading causes of maternal and perinatal morbidity and mortality, especially when the condition is of early onset. Nevertheless, the exact etiological mechanism of PE remains unclear. Interestingly, ferroptosis, as a regulated iron-dependent cell death pathway, involves a lethal accumulation of lipid peroxides and shares some characteristics with PE pathophysiology. In this review, we comprehensively reviewed and summarized recent studies investigating the molecular mechanisms involved in the regulation and execution of ferroptosis, as well as ferroptosis mechanisms in the pathology of PE. We propose that ferroptosis not only plays an important role in PE, but may also become a novel therapeutic target for PE.
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Ziani PR, Feiten JG, Goularte JF, Colombo R, Antqueviezc B, Géa LP, Rosa AR. Potential Candidates for Biomarkers in Bipolar Disorder: A Proteomic Approach through Systems Biology. CLINICAL PSYCHOPHARMACOLOGY AND NEUROSCIENCE 2022; 20:211-227. [PMID: 35466093 PMCID: PMC9048014 DOI: 10.9758/cpn.2022.20.2.211] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/20/2021] [Revised: 07/02/2021] [Accepted: 07/03/2021] [Indexed: 11/18/2022]
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- Paola Rampelotto Ziani
- Laboratory of Molecular Psychiatry, Hospital Clinic of Porto Alegre, Porto Alegre, Brasil
- Postgraduate Program in Biological Sciences: Pharmacology and Therapeutics - Institute of Basic Health Sciences, Federal University of Rio Grande do Sul, Porto Alegre, Brasil
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- Laboratory of Molecular Psychiatry, Hospital Clinic of Porto Alegre, Porto Alegre, Brasil
- Postgraduate Program in Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences, Faculty of Medicine, Federal University of Rio Grande do Sul, Porto Alegre, Brasil
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- Laboratory of Molecular Psychiatry, Hospital Clinic of Porto Alegre, Porto Alegre, Brasil
- University of Caxias do Sul, Caxias do Sul, Brasil
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- Laboratory of Molecular Psychiatry, Hospital Clinic of Porto Alegre, Porto Alegre, Brasil
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- Department of Psychiatry and Behavioural Neurosciences, McMaster University, Hamilton, ON, Canada
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- Laboratory of Molecular Psychiatry, Hospital Clinic of Porto Alegre, Porto Alegre, Brasil
- Postgraduate Program in Biological Sciences: Pharmacology and Therapeutics - Institute of Basic Health Sciences, Federal University of Rio Grande do Sul, Porto Alegre, Brasil
- Postgraduate Program in Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences, Faculty of Medicine, Federal University of Rio Grande do Sul, Porto Alegre, Brasil
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Song Y, Wang X, Bu X, Huang Q, Qiao F, Chen X, Shi Q, Qin J, Chen L. A Comparation Between Different Iron Sources on Growth Performance, Iron Utilization, Antioxidant Capacity and Non-specific Immunity in Eriocheir sinensis. Anim Feed Sci Technol 2022. [DOI: 10.1016/j.anifeedsci.2022.115300] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/01/2022]
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Rajczewski AT, Jagtap PD, Griffin TJ. An overview of technologies for MS-based proteomics-centric multi-omics. Expert Rev Proteomics 2022; 19:165-181. [PMID: 35466851 PMCID: PMC9613604 DOI: 10.1080/14789450.2022.2070476] [Citation(s) in RCA: 10] [Impact Index Per Article: 5.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/07/2023]
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INTRODUCTION Mass spectrometry-based proteomics reveals dynamic molecular signatures underlying phenotypes reflecting normal and perturbed conditions in living systems. Although valuable on its own, the proteome has only one level of moleclar information, with the genome, epigenome, transcriptome, and metabolome, all providing complementary information. Multi-omic analysis integrating information from one or more of these other domains with proteomic information provides a more complete picture of molecular contributors to dynamic biological systems. AREAS COVERED Here, we discuss the improvements to mass spectrometry-based technologies, focused on peptide-based, bottom-up approaches that have enabled deep, quantitative characterization of complex proteomes. These advances are facilitating the integration of proteomics data with other 'omic information, providing a more complete picture of living systems. We also describe the current state of bioinformatics software and approaches for integrating proteomics and other 'omics data, critical for enabling new discoveries driven by multi-omics. EXPERT COMMENTARY Multi-omics, centered on the integration of proteomics information with other 'omic information, has tremendous promise for biological and biomedical studies. Continued advances in approaches for generating deep, reliable proteomic data and bioinformatics tools aimed at integrating data across 'omic domains will ensure the discoveries offered by these multi-omic studies continue to increase.
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- Andrew T. Rajczewski
- Department of Biochemistry, Molecular and Cell Biology Building, University of Minnesota, 420 Washington Ave SE 7-129, Minneapolis, MN, 55455, USA
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- Department of Biochemistry, Molecular and Cell Biology Building, University of Minnesota, 420 Washington Ave SE 7-129, Minneapolis, MN, 55455, USA,Coauthor, Research Department of Biochemistry, Molecular and Cell Biology Building, University of Minnesota, 420 Washington Ave SE 7-129, Minneapolis, MN, 55455, USA
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- Department of Biochemistry, Molecular and Cell Biology Building, University of Minnesota, 420 Washington Ave SE 7-129, Minneapolis, MN, 55455, USA,Department of Biochemistry, Molecular and Cell Biology Building, University of Minnesota, 420 Washington Ave SE 7-129, Minneapolis, MN, 55455, USA
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Zhou LP, Zhang RJ, Jia CY, Kang L, Zhang ZG, Zhang HQ, Wang JQ, Zhang B, Shen CL. Ferroptosis: A potential target for the intervention of intervertebral disc degeneration. Front Endocrinol (Lausanne) 2022; 13:1042060. [PMID: 36339421 PMCID: PMC9630850 DOI: 10.3389/fendo.2022.1042060] [Citation(s) in RCA: 9] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/12/2022] [Accepted: 10/04/2022] [Indexed: 12/05/2022] Open
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Ferroptosis, an iron-dependent form of programmed cell death marked by phospholipid peroxidation, is regulated by complex cellular metabolic pathways including lipid metabolism, iron balance, redox homeostasis, and mitochondrial activity. Initial research regarding the mechanism of ferroptosis mainly focused on the solute carrier family 7 member 11/glutathione/glutathione peroxidase 4 (GPX4) signal pathway. Recently, novel mechanisms of ferroptosis, independent of GPX4, have been discovered. Numerous pathologies associated with extensive lipid peroxidation, such as drug-resistant cancers, ischemic organ injuries, and neurodegenerative diseases, are driven by ferroptosis. Ferroptosis is a new therapeutic target for the intervention of IVDD. The role of ferroptosis in the modulation of intervertebral disc degeneration (IVDD) is a significant topic of interest. This is a novel research topic, and research on the mechanisms of IVDD and ferroptosis is ongoing. Herein, we aim to review and discuss the literature to explore the mechanisms of ferroptosis, the relationship between IVDD and ferroptosis, and the regulatory networks in the cells of the nucleus pulposus, annulus fibrosus, and cartilage endplate to provide references for future basic research and clinical translation for IVDD treatment.
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Di Paola A, Palumbo G, Tortora C, Argenziano M, Catanoso M, Di Leva C, Ceglie G, Perrotta S, Locatelli F, Rossi F. Eltrombopag in paediatric immune thrombocytopenia: Iron metabolism modulation in mesenchymal stromal cells. Br J Haematol 2021; 197:110-119. [PMID: 34961933 PMCID: PMC9303225 DOI: 10.1111/bjh.18012] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/05/2021] [Revised: 12/06/2021] [Accepted: 12/08/2021] [Indexed: 01/13/2023]
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Immune thrombocytopenia (ITP) is an autoimmune disease caused by platelet destruction mediated by auto-antibody production. It is characterized by a compromised immune system and alteration of the inflammatory response. Mesenchymal stromal cells (MSCs) play an important role in modulating immune and inflammatory processes, exerting immune-suppressing and anti-inflammatory properties. In ITP-MSCs the activity and survival are strongly impaired. Eltrombopag (ELT) is a thrombopoietin receptor agonist approved in chronic ITP for stimulating platelet production. It has immunomodulating properties by stimulating T and B regulatory cell activity and by promoting a macrophage switch from the pro-inflammatory to the anti-inflammatory phenotype. ELT also exhibits iron-chelating properties. Iron is a crucial element involved in several physiologic processes, but its intracellular accumulation determines cell damages. Therefore, for the first time we analysed the effect of ELT on ITP-MSCs demonstrating its ability to restore survival and activity of MSCs directly and to promote their survival and proliferation indirectly, by iron metabolism modulation.
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- Alessandra Di Paola
- Department of Experimental Medicine, University of Campania "Luigi Vanvitelli", Naples, Italy
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- Department of Woman, Child and General and Specialist Surgery, University of Campania "Luigi Vanvitelli", Naples, Italy
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- Department of Woman, Child and General and Specialist Surgery, University of Campania "Luigi Vanvitelli", Naples, Italy
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- Department of Woman, Child and General and Specialist Surgery, University of Campania "Luigi Vanvitelli", Naples, Italy
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- Department of Haematology, Bambino Gesù Hospital, Rome, Italy
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- Department of Woman, Child and General and Specialist Surgery, University of Campania "Luigi Vanvitelli", Naples, Italy
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- Department of Woman, Child and General and Specialist Surgery, University of Campania "Luigi Vanvitelli", Naples, Italy
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Hernández-Aguilera A, Casacuberta N, Castañé H, Fibla M, Fernández-Arroyo S, Fort-Gallifa I, París M, Sabench F, Del Castillo D, Baiges-Gaya G, Rodríguez-Tomàs E, Sans T, Camps J, Joven J. Nonalcoholic Steatohepatitis Modifies Serum Iron-Related Variables in Patients with Morbid Obesity. Biol Trace Elem Res 2021; 199:4555-4563. [PMID: 33559024 DOI: 10.1007/s12011-021-02610-8] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/25/2020] [Accepted: 01/24/2021] [Indexed: 12/17/2022]
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Nonalcoholic steatohepatitis (NASH) is frequently associated with severe obesity. The liver is the principal storage repository for iron, and the excessive accumulation of this metal may promote hepatic inflammation. Laparoscopic sleeve gastrectomy (LSG) results in weight loss and improvement in comorbidities such as NASH. The aim of this study was to assess the specific NASH-related changes in iron metabolism and to investigate whether these changes are reversed by LSG. We included 150 patients with morbid obesity who provided 12-h fasting blood samples immediately before LSG together with an intraoperative wedge-liver biopsy. Thirty-eight patients with NASH underwent a second blood extraction 12 months postsurgery. Serum samples were collected from a control group comprising 50 healthy volunteers. We found significantly higher serum iron and transferrin concentrations in patients with NASH along with the highest degrees of steatosis, fibrosis, hepatocellular ballooning, and lobular inflammation. However, we did not find any significant accumulation of iron in the hepatic biopsies. Presurgery serum iron concentrations were lower in the patient group than in the control group and increased 1 year postsurgery. Serum ferritin levels showed changes in the opposite direction. We did not observe any significant change in serum transferrin concentrations. These changes were reversed by LSG. We conclude that alterations in serum iron-related variables are related to the severity of NASH in patients with morbid obesity, and these alterations are reversed by LSG. We also found that severe forms of NASH can be found in the absence of increased iron stores.
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- Anna Hernández-Aguilera
- Universitat Rovira i Virgili, Unitat de Recerca Biomèdica, Hospital Universitari de Sant Joan, Institut d'Investigació Sanitària Pere Virgili, C. Sant Joan s/n, 43201, Reus, Spain
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- Laboratoris ICS Camp de Tarragona-Terres de l'Ebre, Universitat Rovira i Virgili, C. Esplanetes 14, 43500, Tortosa, Spain
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- Universitat Rovira i Virgili, Unitat de Recerca Biomèdica, Hospital Universitari de Sant Joan, Institut d'Investigació Sanitària Pere Virgili, C. Sant Joan s/n, 43201, Reus, Spain
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- Universitat Rovira i Virgili, Unitat de Recerca Biomèdica, Hospital Universitari de Sant Joan, Institut d'Investigació Sanitària Pere Virgili, C. Sant Joan s/n, 43201, Reus, Spain
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- Universitat Rovira i Virgili, Unitat de Recerca Biomèdica, Hospital Universitari de Sant Joan, Institut d'Investigació Sanitària Pere Virgili, C. Sant Joan s/n, 43201, Reus, Spain
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- Laboratoris ICS Camp de Tarragona-Terres de l'Ebre, Universitat Rovira i Virgili, C. Esplanetes 14, 43500, Tortosa, Spain
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- Universitat Rovira i Virgili, Department of Surgery, Hospital Universitari de Sant Joan, Institut d'Investigació Sanitaria Pere Virgili, Av. Doctor Josep Laporte 2, 43204, Reus, Spain
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- Universitat Rovira i Virgili, Department of Surgery, Hospital Universitari de Sant Joan, Institut d'Investigació Sanitaria Pere Virgili, Av. Doctor Josep Laporte 2, 43204, Reus, Spain
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- Universitat Rovira i Virgili, Department of Surgery, Hospital Universitari de Sant Joan, Institut d'Investigació Sanitaria Pere Virgili, Av. Doctor Josep Laporte 2, 43204, Reus, Spain
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- Universitat Rovira i Virgili, Unitat de Recerca Biomèdica, Hospital Universitari de Sant Joan, Institut d'Investigació Sanitària Pere Virgili, C. Sant Joan s/n, 43201, Reus, Spain
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- Universitat Rovira i Virgili, Unitat de Recerca Biomèdica, Hospital Universitari de Sant Joan, Institut d'Investigació Sanitària Pere Virgili, C. Sant Joan s/n, 43201, Reus, Spain
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- Laboratoris ICS Camp de Tarragona-Terres de l'Ebre, Universitat Rovira i Virgili, C. Esplanetes 14, 43500, Tortosa, Spain
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- Universitat Rovira i Virgili, Unitat de Recerca Biomèdica, Hospital Universitari de Sant Joan, Institut d'Investigació Sanitària Pere Virgili, C. Sant Joan s/n, 43201, Reus, Spain.
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- Universitat Rovira i Virgili, Unitat de Recerca Biomèdica, Hospital Universitari de Sant Joan, Institut d'Investigació Sanitària Pere Virgili, C. Sant Joan s/n, 43201, Reus, Spain
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Valenzuela-Muñoz V, Benavente BP, Casuso A, Leal Y, Valenzuela-Miranda D, Núñez-Acuña G, Sáez-Vera C, Gallardo-Escárate C. Transcriptome and morphological analysis in Caligus rogercresseyi uncover the effects of Atlantic salmon vaccination with IPath®. FISH & SHELLFISH IMMUNOLOGY 2021; 117:169-178. [PMID: 34389379 DOI: 10.1016/j.fsi.2021.08.005] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/01/2021] [Revised: 08/04/2021] [Accepted: 08/06/2021] [Indexed: 06/13/2023]
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It is known that iron transporter proteins and their regulation can modulate the fish's immune system, suggesting these proteins as a potential candidate for fish vaccines. Previous studies have evidenced the effects of Atlantic salmon immunized with the chimeric iron-related protein named IPath® against bacterial and ectoparasitic infections. The present study aimed to explore the transcriptome modulation and the morphology of the sea louse Caligus rogercresseyi in response to Atlantic salmon injected with IPath®. Herein, Atlantic salmon were injected with IPath® and challenged to sea lice in controlled laboratory conditions. Then, female adults were collected after 25 days post-infection for molecular and morphological evaluation. Transcriptome analysis conducted in lice collected from immunized fish revealed high modulation of transcripts compared with the control groups. Notably, the low number of up/downregulated transcripts was mainly found in lice exposed to the IPath® fish group. Among the top-25 differentially expressed genes, Vitellogenin, Cytochrome oxidases, and proteases genes were strongly downregulated, suggesting that IPath® can alter lipid transport, hydrogen ion transmembrane transport, and proteolysis. The morphological analysis in lice collected from IPath® fish revealed abnormal embryogenesis and inflammatory processes of the genital segment. Furthermore, head kidney, spleen, and skin were also analyzed in immunized fish to evaluate the transcription expression of immune and iron homeostasis-related genes. The results showed downregulation of TLR22, MCHII, IL-1β, ALAs, HO, BLVr, GSHPx, and Ferritin genes in head kidney and skin tissues; meanwhile, those genes did not show significant differences in spleen tissue. Overall, our findings suggest that IPath® can be used to enhance the fish immune response, showing a promissory commercial application against lice infections.
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- Valentina Valenzuela-Muñoz
- Interdisciplinary Center for Aquaculture Research (INCAR), University of Concepción, Concepción, Chile; Laboratory of Biotechnology and Aquatic Genomics, Department of Oceanography, University of Concepción, Concepción, Chile
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- Interdisciplinary Center for Aquaculture Research (INCAR), University of Concepción, Concepción, Chile; Laboratory of Biotechnology and Aquatic Genomics, Department of Oceanography, University of Concepción, Concepción, Chile
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- Interdisciplinary Center for Aquaculture Research (INCAR), University of Concepción, Concepción, Chile; Laboratory of Biotechnology and Aquatic Genomics, Department of Oceanography, University of Concepción, Concepción, Chile
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- Interdisciplinary Center for Aquaculture Research (INCAR), University of Concepción, Concepción, Chile; Laboratory of Biotechnology and Aquatic Genomics, Department of Oceanography, University of Concepción, Concepción, Chile
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- Interdisciplinary Center for Aquaculture Research (INCAR), University of Concepción, Concepción, Chile; Laboratory of Biotechnology and Aquatic Genomics, Department of Oceanography, University of Concepción, Concepción, Chile
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- Interdisciplinary Center for Aquaculture Research (INCAR), University of Concepción, Concepción, Chile; Laboratory of Biotechnology and Aquatic Genomics, Department of Oceanography, University of Concepción, Concepción, Chile
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- Interdisciplinary Center for Aquaculture Research (INCAR), University of Concepción, Concepción, Chile; Laboratory of Biotechnology and Aquatic Genomics, Department of Oceanography, University of Concepción, Concepción, Chile
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- Interdisciplinary Center for Aquaculture Research (INCAR), University of Concepción, Concepción, Chile; Laboratory of Biotechnology and Aquatic Genomics, Department of Oceanography, University of Concepción, Concepción, Chile.
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Shan L, Xu X, Zhang J, Cai P, Gao H, Lu Y, Shi J, Guo Y, Su Y. Increased hemoglobin and heme in MALDI-TOF MS analysis induce ferroptosis and promote degeneration of herniated human nucleus pulposus. Mol Med 2021; 27:103. [PMID: 34496740 PMCID: PMC8425117 DOI: 10.1186/s10020-021-00368-2] [Citation(s) in RCA: 18] [Impact Index Per Article: 6.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/31/2021] [Accepted: 08/31/2021] [Indexed: 12/21/2022] Open
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Background Neovasculogenesis is characteristic of herniated lumbar discs, in which extruded nucleus pulposus is prone to heme iron-induced cytotoxicity (increased oxidative stress causing ferroptosis). However, recent analyses of neovascularization are very complicated, and the mechanism of action is rarely reported. Methods Matrix-assisted laser desorption/ionization–time-of-flight mass spectrometry (MALDI-TOF MS) was performed to analyze human herniated and nonherniated nucleus pulposus. Then, the clinical relevance of the MALDI-TOF MS results and Pfirrmann classification of the degenerative nucleus pulposus were analyzed. To explore the mechanism, the heme-induced ferroptosis effect was evaluated at both the tissue and cell levels using high-resolution MALDI-TOF MS and molecular biology methods. Results The spectra revealed that hemoglobin (Hb) and heme signals were greatly increased, thus serving as predictors of vasculogenesis in herniated nucleus pulposus. The clinical relevance analysis demonstrated that the intensity of Hb and heme peaks was closely related to the Pfirrmann classification of degenerative nucleus pulposus. Mechanistically, increased heme catabolism and downregulation of glutathione peroxidase 4 (GPX4) levels were detected in herniated nucleus pulposus, reflecting iron-dependent cell death or ferroptosis. Iron levels was also increased in herniated nucleus pulposus compared with that in nonherniated nucleus pulposus. Furthermore, accuracy mass measurements confirmed that the levels of ferroptosis-related metabolites, such as glutathione, arachidonic acid (AA), sphinganine, polyunsaturated fatty acid (PUFA), and tricarboxylic acid (TCA) cycle metabolites, were significantly different between herniated and nonherniated tissues, indicating that the interior of the herniated tissues is a pro-oxidant environment. Moreover, heme-induced ferroptosis was verified in human nucleus pulposus cells (HNPCs), and the underlying mechanism might be associated with the Notch pathway. Conclusions Neovascularization in herniated nucleus pulposus may expose tissues to high levels of heme, which can induce cytotoxicity and ferroptosis within tissues and accelerate the progressive degeneration of herniated nucleus pulposus. This study is beneficial for understanding the pathological mechanism of herniated nucleus pulposus and facilitating the development of nonoperative interventions for treating lumbar disc herniation (LDH). Supplementary Information The online version contains supplementary material available at 10.1186/s10020-021-00368-2.
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- Liang Shan
- Institute of Interdisciplinary Integrative Medicine Research, Shanghai University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, 1200 Cailun Road, Shanghai, 201203, People's Republic of China.,National Center for Organic Mass Spectrometry in Shanghai, Shanghai Institute of Organic Chemistry, Chinese Academy of Sciences, 345 Lingling Road, Shanghai, 200032, People's Republic of China
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- Department of Orthopedics, Spine Surgery Section, Changzheng Hospital, Second Military Medical University, 415 Fengyang Road, Shanghai, 200003, People's Republic of China
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- National Center for Organic Mass Spectrometry in Shanghai, Shanghai Institute of Organic Chemistry, Chinese Academy of Sciences, 345 Lingling Road, Shanghai, 200032, People's Republic of China.
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- Shanghai Institute of Nutrition and Health, Chinese Academy of Sciences, Shanghai, 200032, People's Republic of China
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- Department of Encephalopathy, Shanghai Municipal Hospital of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Shanghai University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Shanghai, 200071, People's Republic of China
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- Institute of Interdisciplinary Integrative Medicine Research, Shanghai University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, 1200 Cailun Road, Shanghai, 201203, People's Republic of China
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- Department of Orthopedics, Spine Surgery Section, Changzheng Hospital, Second Military Medical University, 415 Fengyang Road, Shanghai, 200003, People's Republic of China.
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- National Center for Organic Mass Spectrometry in Shanghai, Shanghai Institute of Organic Chemistry, Chinese Academy of Sciences, 345 Lingling Road, Shanghai, 200032, People's Republic of China
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- Institute of Interdisciplinary Integrative Medicine Research, Shanghai University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, 1200 Cailun Road, Shanghai, 201203, People's Republic of China.
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Ávila RA, Rossi EM, de Carvalho GM, Krause M, Leopoldo AS, Carneiro MTWD, Dos Santos L. Moderate-intensity aerobic training reduces cardiac damage attributable to experimental iron overload in rats. Exp Physiol 2021; 106:1772-1784. [PMID: 34148259 DOI: 10.1113/ep089429] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/20/2021] [Accepted: 06/17/2021] [Indexed: 12/24/2022]
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NEW FINDINGS What is the central question of this study? The current literature indicates that oxidative stress plays a major role in iron overload. Although exercise is a well-established approach to treat/prevent cardiovascular diseases, its effects on iron overload are not known. What is the main finding and its importance? Moderate-intensity aerobic training had benefits in a rodent model of iron-overload cardiomyopathy by improving the antioxidant capacity of the heart. After further confirmation by translational and clinical studies, we should consider using this non-pharmacological, highly accessible and easily executable adjuvant approach allied to other therapies to improve the quality of life of iron-overloaded patients. ABSTRACT Iron is an essential micronutrient for several life processes, but its excess can damage organs owing to oxidative stress, with cardiomyopathy being the leading cause of death in iron-overloaded patients. Although exercise has long been considered as a cardioprotective tool, its effects on iron overload are not known. This study was designed to investigate the effects of moderate-intensity aerobic training in rats previously submitted to chronic iron overload. Wistar rats received i.p. injections of iron dextran (100 mg/kg, 5 days/week for 4 weeks); thereafter, the rats were kept sedentary or exercised (60 min/day, progressive aerobic training, 60-70% of maximal speed, 5 days/week on a treadmill) for 8 weeks. At the end of the experimental period, haemodynamics were recorded and blood samples, livers and hearts harvested. Myocardial mechanics of papillary muscles were assessed in vitro, and cardiac remodelling was evaluated by histology and immunoblotting. Iron overload led to liver iron deposition, liver fibrosis and increased serum alanine aminotransferase and aspartate aminotransferase. Moreover, cardiac iron accumulation was accompanied by impaired myocardial mechanics, increased cardiac collagen type I and lipid peroxidation (TBARS), and release of creatine phosphokinase-MB to the serum. Although exercise did not influence iron levels, tissue injury markers were significantly reduced. Likewise, myocardial contractility and inotropic responsiveness were improved in exercised rats, in association with an increase in the endogenous antioxidant enzyme catalase. In conclusion, moderate-intensity aerobic exercise was associated with attenuated oxidative stress and cardiac damage in a rodent model of iron overload, thereby suggesting its potential role as a non-pharmacological adjuvant therapy for iron-overload cardiomyopathy.
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- Renata Andrade Ávila
- Department of Physiological Sciences, Federal University of Espirito Santo, Vitória, ES, Brazil.,Faculdades Integradas São Pedro (FAESA), Vitória, ES, Brazil
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- Department of Physiological Sciences, Federal University of Espirito Santo, Vitória, ES, Brazil
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- Department of Chemistry, Federal University of Espirito Santo, Vitória, ES, Brazil
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- Department of Physiological Sciences, Federal University of Espirito Santo, Vitória, ES, Brazil
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Zhou Y, Liao J, Mei Z, Liu X, Ge J. Insight into Crosstalk between Ferroptosis and Necroptosis: Novel Therapeutics in Ischemic Stroke. OXIDATIVE MEDICINE AND CELLULAR LONGEVITY 2021; 2021:9991001. [PMID: 34257829 PMCID: PMC8257382 DOI: 10.1155/2021/9991001] [Citation(s) in RCA: 61] [Impact Index Per Article: 20.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/15/2021] [Revised: 04/30/2021] [Accepted: 06/14/2021] [Indexed: 12/16/2022]
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Ferroptosis is a nonapoptotic form of cell death characterized by iron-dependent accumulation of lipid hydroperoxides to lethal levels. Necroptosis, an alternative form of programmed necrosis, is regulated by receptor-interacting protein (RIP) 1 activation and by RIP3 and mixed-lineage kinase domain-like (MLKL) phosphorylation. Ferroptosis and necroptosis both play important roles in the pathological progress in ischemic stroke, which is a complex brain disease regulated by several cell death pathways. In the past few years, increasing evidence has suggested that the crosstalk occurs between necroptosis and ferroptosis in ischemic stroke. However, the potential links between ferroptosis and necroptosis in ischemic stroke have not been elucidated yet. Hence, in this review, we overview and analyze the mechanism underlying the crosstalk between necroptosis and ferroptosis in ischemic stroke. And we find that iron overload, one mechanism of ferroptosis, leads to mitochondrial permeability transition pore (MPTP) opening, which aggravates RIP1 phosphorylation and contributes to necroptosis. In addition, heat shock protein 90 (HSP90) induces necroptosis and ferroptosis by promoting RIP1 phosphorylation and suppressing glutathione peroxidase 4 (GPX4) activation. In this work, we try to deliver a new perspective in the exploration of novel therapeutic targets for the treatment of ischemic stroke.
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- Yue Zhou
- College of Integrated Traditional Chinese and Western Medicine, Hunan University of Chinese Medicine, Changsha, Hunan 410208, China
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- Medical School, Hunan University of Chinese Medicine, Changsha, Hunan 410208, China
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- College of Integrated Traditional Chinese and Western Medicine, Hunan University of Chinese Medicine, Changsha, Hunan 410208, China
- Third-Grade Pharmacological Laboratory on Chinese Medicine Approved by State Administration of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Medical College of China Three Gorges University, Yichang, Hubei 443002, China
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- College of Integrated Traditional Chinese and Western Medicine, Hunan University of Chinese Medicine, Changsha, Hunan 410208, China
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- College of Integrated Traditional Chinese and Western Medicine, Hunan University of Chinese Medicine, Changsha, Hunan 410208, China
- School of Medicine, Shaoyang University, Shaoyang, Hunan 422000, China
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Chimeric Protein IPath ® with Chelating Activity Improves Atlantic Salmon's Immunity against Infectious Diseases. Vaccines (Basel) 2021; 9:vaccines9040361. [PMID: 33918540 PMCID: PMC8068967 DOI: 10.3390/vaccines9040361] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/02/2021] [Revised: 03/17/2021] [Accepted: 03/23/2021] [Indexed: 02/07/2023] Open
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Infection processes displayed by pathogens require the acquisition of essential inorganic nutrients and trace elements from the host to survive and proliferate. Without a doubt, iron is a crucial trace metal for all living organisms and also a pivotal component in the host–parasite interactions. In particular, the host reduces the iron available to face the infectious disease, increasing iron transport proteins’ expression and activating the heme synthesis and degradation pathways. Moreover, recent findings have suggested that iron metabolism modulation in fish promotes the immune response by reducing cellular iron toxicity. We hypothesized that recombinant proteins related to iron metabolism could modulate the fish’s immune system through iron metabolism and iron-responsive genes. Here a chimeric iron transport protein (IPath®) was bioinformatically designed and then expressed in a recombinant bacterial system. The IPath® protein showed a significant chelating activity under in vitro conditions and biological activity. Taking this evidence, a vaccine candidate based on IPath® was evaluated in Atlantic salmon challenged with three different fish pathogens. Experimental trials were conducted using two fish groups: one immunized with IPath® and another injected with adjutant as the control group. After 400 accumulated thermal units (ATUs), two different infection trials were performed. In the first one, fish were infected with the bacterium Aeromonas salmonicida, and in a second trial, fish were exposed to the ectoparasite Caligus rogercresseyi and subsequently infected with the intracellular bacterium Piscirickettsia salmonis. Fish immunized with IPath® showed a significant delay in the mortality curve in response to A. salmonicida and P. salmonis infections. However, no significant differences between infected and control fish groups were observed at the end of the experiment. Notably, sea lice burden reduction was observed in vaccinated Atlantic salmon. Transcriptional analysis evidenced a high modulation of iron-homeostasis-related genes in fish vaccinated with IPath® compared to the control group during the infection. Moreover, increasing expression of Atlantic salmon IgT was associated with IPath® immunization. This study provides evidence that the IPath® protein could be used as an antigen or booster in commercial fish vaccines, improving the immune response against relevant pathogens for salmon aquaculture.
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