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Sharma V, Chaudhary AA, Bawari S, Gupta S, Mishra R, Khan SUD, Ali MAM, Shahid M, Srivastava S, Verma D, Gupta A, Kumar S, Kumar S. Unraveling cancer progression pathways and phytochemical therapeutic strategies for its management. Front Pharmacol 2024; 15:1414790. [PMID: 39246660 PMCID: PMC11377287 DOI: 10.3389/fphar.2024.1414790] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/09/2024] [Accepted: 05/09/2024] [Indexed: 09/10/2024] Open
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Cancer prevention is currently envisioned as a molecular-based approach to prevent carcinogenesis in pre-cancerous stages, i.e., dysplasia and carcinoma in situ. Cancer is the second-leading cause of mortality worldwide, and a more than 61% increase is expected by 2040. A detailed exploration of cancer progression pathways, including the NF-kβ signaling pathway, Wnt-B catenin signaling pathway, JAK-STAT pathway, TNF-α-mediated pathway, MAPK/mTOR pathway, and apoptotic and angiogenic pathways and effector molecules involved in cancer development, has been discussed in the manuscript. Critical evaluation of these effector molecules through molecular approaches using phytomolecules can intersect cancer formation and its metastasis. Manipulation of effector molecules like NF-kβ, SOCS, β-catenin, BAX, BAK, VEGF, STAT, Bcl2, p53, caspases, and CDKs has played an important role in inhibiting tumor growth and its spread. Plant-derived secondary metabolites obtained from natural sources have been extensively studied for their cancer-preventing potential in the last few decades. Eugenol, anethole, capsaicin, sanguinarine, EGCG, 6-gingerol, and resveratrol are some examples of such interesting lead molecules and are mentioned in the manuscript. This work is an attempt to put forward a comprehensive approach to understanding cancer progression pathways and their management using effector herbal molecules. The role of different plant metabolites and their chronic toxicity profiling in modulating cancer development pathways has also been highlighted.
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- Vikas Sharma
- Metro College of Health Sciences and Research, Greater Noida, India
- School of Pharmacy, Sharda University, Greater Noida, India
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- Department of Biology, College of Science, Imam Mohammad Ibn Saud Islamic University (IMSIU), Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
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- Amity Institute of Pharmacy, Amity University, Noida, India
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- Department of Biotechnology, GLA University, Mathura, India
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- Department of Computer Engineering, Parul University, Vadodara, India
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- Department of Biochemistry, College of Medicine, Imam Mohammad Ibn Saud Islamic University (IMSIU), Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
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- Department of Biology, College of Science, Imam Mohammad Ibn Saud Islamic University, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
- Department of Biochemistry, Faculty of Science, Ain Shams University, Cairo, Egypt
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- Department of Basic Medical Sciences, College of Medicine, Prince Sattam bin Abdulaziz University, Al-Kharj, Saudi Arabia
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- Department of Biotechnology, Graphic Era (Deemed to be University), Dehradun, Uttarakhand, India
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- Lloyd School of Pharmacy, Greater Noida, India
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- Biological and Bio-computational Laboratory, Department of Life Science, Sharda School of Basic Sciences and Research, Sharda University, Greater Noida, India
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- School of Pharmacy, Sharda University, Greater Noida, India
- DST-FIST Laboratory, Department of Life Sciences, School of Basic Sciences and Research, Sharda University, Greater Noida, India
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Radak M, Fallahi H. Unraveling molecular similarities between colorectal polyps and colorectal cancer: a systems biology approach. Intest Res 2024; 22:199-207. [PMID: 38311712 PMCID: PMC11079511 DOI: 10.5217/ir.2023.00162] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/06/2023] [Revised: 11/27/2023] [Accepted: 12/29/2023] [Indexed: 02/06/2024] Open
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BACKGROUND/AIMS Colorectal cancer (CRC) and colorectal polyps are intimately linked, with polyps acting as precursors to CRC. Understanding the molecular mechanisms governing their development is crucial for advancing diagnosis and treatment. Employing a systems biology approach, we investigated the molecular similarities between polyp and CRC. METHODS We analyzed gene expression profiles, protein-protein interactions, transcription factors, and gene ontology to identify common differentially expressed genes (DEGs) and unravel shared molecular pathways. RESULTS Our analysis revealed 520 commonly dysregulated genes in polyps and CRC, serving as potential biomarkers and pivotal contributors to disease progression. Gene ontology analysis elucidated distinct biological processes associated with upregulated and downregulated DEGs in both conditions, highlighting common pathways, including signal transduction, cell adhesion, and positive regulation of cell proliferation. Moreover, protein-protein interaction networks shed light on subnetworks involved in rRNA processing, positive regulation of cell proliferation, mRNA splicing, and cell division. Transcription factor analysis identified major regulators and differentially expressed transcription factors in polyp and CRC. Notably, we identified common differentially expressed transcription factors, including ZNF217, NR3C1, KLF5, GATA6, and STAT3, with STAT3 and NR3C1 exhibiting increased expression. CONCLUSIONS This comprehensive analysis enriches our understanding of the molecular mechanisms underlying polyp formation and CRC development, providing potential targets for further investigation and therapeutic intervention. Our findings contribute substantively to crafting personalized strategies for refining the diagnosis and treatment of polyps and CRC.
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- Mehran Radak
- Department of Biology, School of Sciences, Razi University, Kermanshah, Islamic Republic of Iran
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- Department of Biology, School of Sciences, Razi University, Kermanshah, Islamic Republic of Iran
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Baralić K, Živanović J, Marić Đ, Bozic D, Grahovac L, Antonijević Miljaković E, Ćurčić M, Buha Djordjevic A, Bulat Z, Antonijević B, Đukić-Ćosić D. Sulforaphane-A Compound with Potential Health Benefits for Disease Prevention and Treatment: Insights from Pharmacological and Toxicological Experimental Studies. Antioxidants (Basel) 2024; 13:147. [PMID: 38397745 PMCID: PMC10886109 DOI: 10.3390/antiox13020147] [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: 12/14/2023] [Revised: 12/31/2023] [Accepted: 01/11/2024] [Indexed: 02/25/2024] Open
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Sulforaphane (SFN), which is a hydrolysis product from glucoraphanin, a compound found in cruciferous vegetables, has been studied for its potential health benefits, particularly in disease prevention and treatment. SFN has proven to be effective in combating different types of cancer by inhibiting the proliferation of tumors and triggering apoptosis. This dual action has been demonstrated to result in a reduction in tumor size and an enhancement of survival rates in animal models. SFN has also shown antidiabetic and anti-obesity effects, improving glucose tolerance and reducing fat accumulation. SFN's ability to activate Nrf2, a transcription factor regulating oxidative stress and inflammation in cells, is a primary mechanism behind its anticancerogenic and antidiabetic effects. Its antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and anti-apoptotic properties are also suggested to provide beneficial effects against neurodegenerative diseases. The potential health benefits of SFN have led to increased interest in its use as a dietary supplement or adjunct to chemotherapy, but there are insufficient data on its efficacy and optimal doses, as well as its safety. This review aims to present and discuss SFN's potential in treating various diseases, such as cancer, diabetes, cardiovascular diseases, obesity, and neurodegenerative diseases, focusing on its mechanisms of action. It also summarizes studies on the pharmacological and toxicological potential of SFN in in vitro and animal models and explores its protective role against toxic compounds through in vitro and animal studies.
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- Katarina Baralić
- Department of Toxicology “Akademik Danilo Soldatović”, Faculty of Pharmacy, University of Belgrade, Vojvode Stepe 450, 11221 Belgrade, Serbia; (J.Ž.); (Đ.M.); (D.B.); (L.G.); (E.A.M.); (M.Ć.); (A.B.D.); (Z.B.); (B.A.); (D.Đ.-Ć.)
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Cai HB, Zhao MY, Li XH, Li YQ, Yu TH, Wang CZ, Wang LN, Xu WY, Liang B, Cai YP, Zhang F, Hong WM. Single cell sequencing revealed the mechanism of CRYAB in glioma and its diagnostic and prognostic value. Front Immunol 2024; 14:1336187. [PMID: 38274814 PMCID: PMC10808695 DOI: 10.3389/fimmu.2023.1336187] [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: 11/10/2023] [Accepted: 12/26/2023] [Indexed: 01/27/2024] Open
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Background We explored the characteristics of single-cell differentiation data in glioblastoma and established prognostic markers based on CRYAB to predict the prognosis of glioblastoma patients. Aberrant expression of CRYAB is associated with invasive behavior in various tumors, including glioblastoma. However, the specific role and mechanisms of CRYAB in glioblastoma are still unclear. Methods We assessed RNA-seq and microarray data from TCGA and GEO databases, combined with scRNA-seq data on glioma patients from GEO. Utilizing the Seurat R package, we identified distinct survival-related gene clusters in the scRNA-seq data. Prognostic pivotal genes were discovered through single-factor Cox analysis, and a prognostic model was established using LASSO and stepwise regression algorithms. Moreover, we investigated the predictive potential of these genes in the immune microenvironment and their applicability in immunotherapy. Finally, in vitro experiments confirmed the functional significance of the high-risk gene CRYAB. Results By analyzing the ScRNA-seq data, we identified 28 cell clusters representing seven cell types. After dimensionality reduction and clustering analysis, we obtained four subpopulations within the oligodendrocyte lineage based on their differentiation trajectory. Using CRYAB as a marker gene for the terminal-stage subpopulation, we found that its expression was associated with poor prognosis. In vitro experiments demonstrated that knocking out CRYAB in U87 and LN229 cells reduced cell viability, proliferation, and invasiveness. Conclusion The risk model based on CRYAB holds promise in accurately predicting glioblastoma. A comprehensive study of the specific mechanisms of CRYAB in glioblastoma would contribute to understanding its response to immunotherapy. Targeting the CRYAB gene may be beneficial for glioblastoma patients.
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- Hua-Bao Cai
- Department of Neurosurgery, First Affiliated Hospital of Anhui Medical University, Hefei, China
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- Department of Neurosurgery, First Affiliated Hospital of Anhui Medical University, Hefei, China
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- Shandong University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Jinan, Shandong, China
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- Department of Pathology, School of Basic Medical Sciences, Anhui Medical University, Hefei, China
- Department of Pathology, Anhui Medical University, Hefei, Anhui, China
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- Department of Neurosurgery, First Affiliated Hospital of Anhui Medical University, Hefei, China
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- Department of Neurosurgery, First Affiliated Hospital of Anhui Medical University, Hefei, China
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- School of Nursing, Anhui Medical University, Hefei, China
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- School of Nursing, Anhui Medical University, Hefei, China
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- Department of Dermatology and Venereology, First Affiliated Hospital of Anhui Medical University, Hefei, China
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- Department of Pathology, School of Basic Medical Sciences, Anhui Medical University, Hefei, China
- Department of Pathology, Anhui Medical University, Hefei, Anhui, China
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- School of Nursing, Anhui Medical University, Hefei, China
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- Department of Neurosurgery, First Affiliated Hospital of Anhui Medical University, Hefei, China
- Open Project of Key Laboratory of Dermatology, Ministry of Education, Anhui Medical University, Hefei, China
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Baralić K, Živančević K, Marić Đ, Bozic D, Buha Djordjevic A, Antonijević Miljaković E, Ćurčić M, Bulat Z, Antonijević B, Đukić-Ćosić D. Testing sulforaphane as a strategy against toxic chemicals of public health concern by toxicogenomic data analysis: Friend or foe at the gene level - Colorectal carcinoma case study. ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH 2023; 227:115818. [PMID: 37004859 DOI: 10.1016/j.envres.2023.115818] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/05/2023] [Revised: 03/29/2023] [Accepted: 03/30/2023] [Indexed: 05/08/2023]
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Toxic metals (cadmium (Cd), lead (Pb), mercury (Hg) and arsenic (As)) and plastificators (bis (2 - ethylhexyl) phthalate (DEHP), dibutyl phthalate (DBP)) and bisphenol A (BPA)) have been suggested to aid in colorectal carcinoma (CRC) advancement. Sulforaphane (SFN), isothiocyanate from cruciferous vegetables, diminishes chemical carcinogenesis susceptibility, but has been shown to act as a friend or a foe depending on various factors. By conducting the mechanistic toxicogenomic data mining approach, this research aimed to determine if SFN can alleviate toxic-metal and/or phthalate/BPA mixture-induced CRC at the gene level. Comparative Toxicogenomics Database, ToppGene Suite portal, Cytoscape software, InteractiVenn and Gene Expression Omnibus (GEO) database (GEO2R tool) was used. Among the mutual genes for all the investigated substances, SFN had a protective impact only through PTGS2. Other proposed protective SFN-targets included ABCA1, ALDH2, BMP2, DPYD, MYC, SLCO2A1, and SOD2, only in the case of phthalates/BPA exposure. The only additional gene relevant for SFN protection against the toxic metal mixture-induced CRC was ABCB1. Additionally, the majority of the top 15 molecular pathways extracted for SFN impact on phthalate and BPA mixture-linked CRC development were directly linked with cancer development, which was not the case with the toxic metal mixture. The current research has indicated that SFN is a more effective chemoprotective agent against CRC induced by phthalates/BPA mixture than by toxic-metal mixture. It has also presented the value of computational methods as a simple tool for directing further research, selecting appropriate biomarkers and exploring the mechanisms of toxicity.
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- Katarina Baralić
- Department of Toxicology "Akademik Danilo Soldatović", University of Belgrade - Faculty of Pharmacy, Vojvode Stepe 450, 11221, Belgrade, Serbia.
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- Department of Toxicology "Akademik Danilo Soldatović", University of Belgrade - Faculty of Pharmacy, Vojvode Stepe 450, 11221, Belgrade, Serbia; University of Belgrade - Faculty of Biology, Institute of Physiology and Biochemistry "Ivan Djaja", Studentski trg3, Belgrade, Serbia
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- Department of Toxicology "Akademik Danilo Soldatović", University of Belgrade - Faculty of Pharmacy, Vojvode Stepe 450, 11221, Belgrade, Serbia
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- Department of Toxicology "Akademik Danilo Soldatović", University of Belgrade - Faculty of Pharmacy, Vojvode Stepe 450, 11221, Belgrade, Serbia
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- Department of Toxicology "Akademik Danilo Soldatović", University of Belgrade - Faculty of Pharmacy, Vojvode Stepe 450, 11221, Belgrade, Serbia
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- Department of Toxicology "Akademik Danilo Soldatović", University of Belgrade - Faculty of Pharmacy, Vojvode Stepe 450, 11221, Belgrade, Serbia
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- Department of Toxicology "Akademik Danilo Soldatović", University of Belgrade - Faculty of Pharmacy, Vojvode Stepe 450, 11221, Belgrade, Serbia
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- Department of Toxicology "Akademik Danilo Soldatović", University of Belgrade - Faculty of Pharmacy, Vojvode Stepe 450, 11221, Belgrade, Serbia
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- Department of Toxicology "Akademik Danilo Soldatović", University of Belgrade - Faculty of Pharmacy, Vojvode Stepe 450, 11221, Belgrade, Serbia
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- Department of Toxicology "Akademik Danilo Soldatović", University of Belgrade - Faculty of Pharmacy, Vojvode Stepe 450, 11221, Belgrade, Serbia
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Balasubramanian S, Duraikannan V, Perumal E. Toxicogenomic analysis of physiologically important metals: An integrated in silico approach. Food Chem Toxicol 2023:113895. [PMID: 37328090 DOI: 10.1016/j.fct.2023.113895] [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: 04/16/2023] [Revised: 05/30/2023] [Accepted: 06/10/2023] [Indexed: 06/18/2023]
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Biologically important metals regulate cellular homeostasis in living systems. Anthropogenic exposure to these metals can cause adverse effects, including an increased incidence of diseases in humans such as cancer, lung, and cardiovascular defects. However, the effects of metals and the common genes/signaling pathways involved in metal toxicity have not been elucidated. Hence, the present study used toxicogenomic data mining with the comparative toxicogenomics database to explore the impact of these metals. The metals were categorized into transition, alkali, and alkali earth. The common genes were identified and subjected to functional enrichment analysis. Further, gene-gene and protein-protein interactions were assessed. Also, the top ten transcription factors and miRNAs that regulate the genes were identified. The phenotypes and diseases that have increased incidence upon alterations of these genes were detected. Overall, we were able to identify IL1B and SOD2 as the common genes, along with the AGE-RAGE signaling pathway in diabetic complications as the common pathway altered. Enriched genes and pathways specific to each metal category were also found. Further, we identified heart failure as the major diseases that have increased the incidence of these metals' exposure. In conclusion, exposure to essential metals might cause adverse effects via inflammation and oxidative stress.
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- Molecular Toxicology Laboratory, Department of Biotechnology, Bharathiar University, Coimbatore, 641 046, India
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- Molecular Toxicology Laboratory, Department of Biotechnology, Bharathiar University, Coimbatore, 641 046, India.
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Svolacchia F, Brongo S, Catalano A, Ceccarini A, Svolacchia L, Santarsiere A, Scieuzo C, Salvia R, Finelli F, Milella L, Saturnino C, Sinicropi MS, Fabrizio T, Giuzio F. Natural Products for the Prevention, Treatment and Progression of Breast Cancer. Cancers (Basel) 2023; 15:cancers15112981. [PMID: 37296944 DOI: 10.3390/cancers15112981] [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: 05/01/2023] [Revised: 05/23/2023] [Accepted: 05/26/2023] [Indexed: 06/12/2023] Open
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In this review, we summarize the most used natural products as useful adjuvants in BC by clarifying how these products may play a critical role in the prevention, treatment and progression of this disease. BC is the leading cancer, in terms of incidence, that affects women. The epidemiology and pathophysiology of BC were widely reported. Inflammation and cancer are known to influence each other in several tumors. In the case of BC, the inflammatory component precedes the development of the neoplasm through a slowly increasing and prolonged inflammation that also favors its growth. BC therapy involves a multidisciplinary approach comprising surgery, radiotherapy and chemotherapy. There are numerous observations that showed that the effects of some natural substances, which, in integration with the classic protocols, can be used not only for prevention or integration in order to prevent recurrences and induce a state of chemoquiescence but also as chemo- and radiosensitizers during classic therapy.
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- Fabiano Svolacchia
- Department of Medical-Surgical Sciences and Biotechnologies, La Sapienza University, 00118 Rome, Italy
- Department of Medical Sciences, Policlinic Foundation Tor Vergata University, 00133 Rome, Italy
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- Department of Plastic Surgery, University of Salerno, 84131 Campania, Italy
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- Department of Pharmacy-Drug Sciences, University of Bari "Aldo Moro", 70126 Bari, Italy
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- U.O.C. Primary Care and Territorial Health, Social and Health Department, State Hospital, 47893 San Marino, San Marino
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- Department of Medical-Surgical Sciences and Biotechnologies, La Sapienza University, 00118 Rome, Italy
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- Department of Science, University of Basilicata, 85100 Potenza, Italy
- CNRS, UMR 7042-LIMA, ECPM, Université de Strasbourg, Université de Haute-Alsace, 67000 Strasbourg, France
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- Department of Science, University of Basilicata, 85100 Potenza, Italy
- Spinoff XFlies s.r.l., University of Basilicata, 85100 Potenza, Italy
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- Department of Science, University of Basilicata, 85100 Potenza, Italy
- Spinoff XFlies s.r.l., University of Basilicata, 85100 Potenza, Italy
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- Department of Science, University of Basilicata, 85100 Potenza, Italy
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- Department of Science, University of Basilicata, 85100 Potenza, Italy
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- Department of Pharmacy, Health and Nutritional Sciences, University of Calabria, 87036 Arcavacata di Rende, Italy
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- Department of Plastic Surgery, IRCCS, Referral Cancer Center of Basilicata, 85028 Rionero in Vulture, Italy
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- U.O.C. Primary Care and Territorial Health, Social and Health Department, State Hospital, 47893 San Marino, San Marino
- Department of Science, University of Basilicata, 85100 Potenza, Italy
- Spinoff TNcKILLERS s.r.l., University of Basilicata, 85100 Potenza, Italy
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Costa-Pérez A, Núñez-Gómez V, Baenas N, Di Pede G, Achour M, Manach C, Mena P, Del Rio D, García-Viguera C, Moreno DA, Domínguez-Perles R. Systematic Review on the Metabolic Interest of Glucosinolates and Their Bioactive Derivatives for Human Health. Nutrients 2023; 15:nu15061424. [PMID: 36986155 PMCID: PMC10058295 DOI: 10.3390/nu15061424] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 5.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/27/2023] [Revised: 03/02/2023] [Accepted: 03/10/2023] [Indexed: 03/18/2023] Open
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In the last decade, most of the evidence on the clinical benefits of including cruciferous foods in the diet has been focused on the content of glucosinolates (GSL) and their corresponding isothiocyanates (ITC), and mercapturic acid pathway metabolites, based on their capacity to modulate clinical, biochemical, and molecular parameters. The present systematic review summarizes findings of human studies regarding the metabolism and bioavailability of GSL and ITC, providing a comprehensive analysis that will help guide future research studies and facilitate the consultation of the latest advances in this booming and less profusely researched area of GSL for food and health. The literature search was carried out in Scopus, PubMed and the Web of Science, under the criteria of including publications centered on human subjects and the use of Brassicaceae foods in different formulations (including extracts, beverages, and tablets), as significant sources of bioactive compounds, in different types of subjects, and against certain diseases. Twenty-eight human intervention studies met inclusion criteria, which were classified into three groups depending on the dietary source. This review summarizes recent studies that provided interesting contributions, but also uncovered the many potential venues for future research on the benefits of consuming cruciferous foods in our health and well-being. The research will continue to support the inclusion of GSL-rich foods and products for multiple preventive and active programs in nutrition and well-being.
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- Antonio Costa-Pérez
- Phytochemistry and Healthy Food Lab, Department of Food Science and Technology, CEBAS, CSIC, Campus Universitario de Espinardo-25, E-30100 Murcia, Spain
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- Department of Food Technology, Food Science and Nutrition, Faculty of Veterinary Sciences, Regional Campus of International Excellence “Campus Mare-Nostrum”, Campus de Espinardo, University of Murcia, E-30100 Murcia, Spain
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- Department of Food Technology, Food Science and Nutrition, Faculty of Veterinary Sciences, Regional Campus of International Excellence “Campus Mare-Nostrum”, Campus de Espinardo, University of Murcia, E-30100 Murcia, Spain
- Correspondence: (N.B.); (D.A.M.); Tel.: +00-348-6888-9627 (N.B.); +00-349-6839-6200 (D.A.M.)
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- Human Nutrition Unit, Department of Food and Drugs, University of Parma, 43125 Parma, Italy
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- Human Nutrition Unit, Université Clermont Auvergne, INRAE, 63001 Clermont-Ferrand, France
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- Human Nutrition Unit, Université Clermont Auvergne, INRAE, 63001 Clermont-Ferrand, France
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- Human Nutrition Unit, Department of Food and Drugs, University of Parma, 43125 Parma, Italy
- Microbiome Research Hub, University of Parma, 43124 Parma, Italy
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- Human Nutrition Unit, Department of Food and Drugs, University of Parma, 43125 Parma, Italy
- Microbiome Research Hub, University of Parma, 43124 Parma, Italy
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- Phytochemistry and Healthy Food Lab, Department of Food Science and Technology, CEBAS, CSIC, Campus Universitario de Espinardo-25, E-30100 Murcia, Spain
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- Phytochemistry and Healthy Food Lab, Department of Food Science and Technology, CEBAS, CSIC, Campus Universitario de Espinardo-25, E-30100 Murcia, Spain
- Correspondence: (N.B.); (D.A.M.); Tel.: +00-348-6888-9627 (N.B.); +00-349-6839-6200 (D.A.M.)
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- Phytochemistry and Healthy Food Lab, Department of Food Science and Technology, CEBAS, CSIC, Campus Universitario de Espinardo-25, E-30100 Murcia, Spain
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Coutinho LDL, Junior TCT, Rangel MC. Sulforaphane: An emergent anti-cancer stem cell agent. Front Oncol 2023; 13:1089115. [PMID: 36776295 PMCID: PMC9909961 DOI: 10.3389/fonc.2023.1089115] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/03/2022] [Accepted: 01/09/2023] [Indexed: 01/28/2023] Open
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Cancer is a major public health concern worldwide responsible for high morbidity and mortality rates. Alternative therapies have been extensively investigated, and plant-derived compounds have caught the attention of the scientific community due to their chemopreventive and anticancer effects. Sulforaphane (SFN) is one of these naturally occurring agents, and studies have shown that it is able to target a specific cancer cell population displaying stem-like properties, known as cancer stem cells (CSCs). These cells can self-renewal and differentiate to form highly heterogeneous tumor masses. Notably, most of the conventional chemotherapeutic agents cannot target CSCs once they usually exist in a quiescent state and overall, the available cytotoxic drugs focus on highly dividing cells. This is, at least in part, one of the reasons why some oncologic patients relapse after standard therapy. In this review we bring together studies supporting not only the chemopreventive and anticancer properties of SFN, but especially the emerging anti-CSCs effects of this natural product and its potential to be used with conventional antineoplastic drugs in the clinical setting.
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Wang F, Su Q, Li C. Identidication of novel biomarkers in non-small cell lung cancer using machine learning. Sci Rep 2022; 12:16693. [PMID: 36202977 PMCID: PMC9537298 DOI: 10.1038/s41598-022-21050-5] [Citation(s) in RCA: 10] [Impact Index Per Article: 5.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/06/2022] [Accepted: 09/22/2022] [Indexed: 11/16/2022] Open
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Lung cancer is one of the leading causes of cancer-related deaths worldwide, and non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC) accounts for a large proportion of lung cancer cases, with few diagnostic and therapeutic targets currently available for NSCLC. This study aimed to identify specific biomarkers for NSCLC. We obtained three gene-expression profiles from the Gene Expression Omnibus database (GSE18842, GSE21933, and GSE32863) and screened for differentially expressed genes (DEGs) between NSCLC and normal lung tissue. Enrichment analyses were performed using Gene Ontology, Disease Ontology, and the Kyoto Encyclopedia of Genes and Genomes. Machine learning methods were used to identify the optimal diagnostic biomarkers for NSCLC using least absolute shrinkage and selection operator logistic regression, and support vector machine recursive feature elimination. CIBERSORT was used to assess immune cell infiltration in NSCLC and the correlation between biomarkers and immune cells. Finally, using western blot, small interfering RNA, Cholecystokinin-8, and transwell assays, the biological functions of biomarkers with high predictive value were validated. A total of 371 DEGs (165 up-regulated genes and 206 down-regulated genes) were identified, and enrichment analysis revealed that these DEGs might be linked to the development and progression of NSCLC. ABCA8, ADAMTS8, ASPA, CEP55, FHL1, PYCR1, RAMP3, and TPX2 genes were identified as novel diagnostic biomarkers for NSCLC. Monocytes were the most visible activated immune cells in NSCLC. The knockdown of the TPX2 gene, a biomarker with a high predictive value, inhibited A549 cell proliferation and migration. This study identified eight potential diagnostic biomarkers for NSCLC. Further, the TPX2 gene may be a therapeutic target for NSCLC.
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Affiliation(s)
- Fangwei Wang
- Department of Respiratory Medicine, The First Affiliated Hospital of Guangxi Medical University, Nanning, 530021, Guangxi, China
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- Department of Clinical Laboratory, The First Affiliated Hospital of Guangxi Medical University, Nanning, 530021, Guangxi, China
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- Department of Respiratory Medicine, The First Affiliated Hospital of Guangxi Medical University, Nanning, 530021, Guangxi, China.
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Network Toxicology Guided Mechanism Study on the Association between Thyroid Function and Exposures to Polychlorinated Biphenyls Mixture. BIOMED RESEARCH INTERNATIONAL 2022; 2022:2394398. [PMID: 36203481 PMCID: PMC9532094 DOI: 10.1155/2022/2394398] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/11/2021] [Revised: 08/03/2022] [Accepted: 09/08/2022] [Indexed: 11/17/2022]
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Polychlorinated biphenyls (PCBs) are persistent and highly toxic pollutants, which can accumulate in organisms and produce toxic effects, especially damaging the function of thyroid hormones. So far, the molecular mechanism of PCBs mixture and their metabolites interfering with thyroid hormones has not been studied thoroughly except for individual compounds. In this study, PubMed, Web of Science, and STITCH databases were used to search PCBs and their corresponding target proteins. The intersection of PCBs and thyroid hormone dysfunction target proteins was obtained from GeneCards. The “compounds-targets-pathways” network was constructed by Cytoscape software. And KEGG and Go analyses were performed for key targets. Finally, molecular docking was used to verify the binding effect. Four major active components, five key targets, and 10 kernel pathways were successfully screened by constructing the network. Functional enrichment analysis showed that the interference was mediated by cancer, proteoglycans, PI3K-Akt, thyroid hormone, and FoxO signaling pathways. The molecular docking results showed that the binding energies were less than -5 kcal·mol-1. PCBs and their metabolites may act on the key targets of MAPK3, MAPK1, RXRA, PIK3R1, and TP53. The toxic effect of sulfated and methyl sulfone PCBs is greater. The method of screening targets based on the simultaneous action of multiple PCBs can provide a reference for other research. The targets were not found in previous metabolite toxicity studies. It also provides a bridge for the toxic effects and experimental research of PCBs and their metabolites in the future.
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Zhang J, Dong Y, Zhou M, Wo X, Niu S, Shao E, Liu X, Jin H, Zhao W. Sulforaphane protects myocardium from ischemia-reperfusion injury by regulating CaMKIIN2 and CaMKIIδ. Biochem Biophys Res Commun 2022; 605:119-126. [DOI: 10.1016/j.bbrc.2022.03.015] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/19/2022] [Revised: 02/27/2022] [Accepted: 03/02/2022] [Indexed: 11/02/2022]
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Network-based integrated analysis for toxic effects of high-concentration formaldehyde inhalation exposure through the toxicogenomic approach. Sci Rep 2022; 12:5645. [PMID: 35379891 PMCID: PMC8979994 DOI: 10.1038/s41598-022-09673-0] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/10/2022] [Accepted: 03/21/2022] [Indexed: 01/01/2023] Open
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Formaldehyde is a colorless, pungent, highly reactive, and toxic environmental pollutant used in various industries and products. Inhaled formaldehyde is a human and animal carcinogen that causes genotoxicity, such as reactive oxygen species formation and DNA damage. This study aimed to identify the toxic effects of inhaled formaldehyde through an integrated toxicogenomic approach utilizing database information. Microarray datasets (GSE7002 and GSE23179) were collected from the Gene Expression Omnibus database, and differentially expressed genes were identified. The network analyses led to the construction of the respiratory system-related biological network associated with formaldehyde exposure, and six upregulated hub genes (AREG, CXCL2, HMOX1, PLAUR, PTGS2, and TIMP1) were identified. The expression levels of these genes were verified via qRT-PCR in 3D reconstructed human airway tissues exposed to aerosolized formaldehyde. Furthermore, NRARP was newly found as a potential gene associated with the respiratory and carcinogenic effects of formaldehyde by comparison with human in vivo and in vitro formaldehyde-exposure data. This study improves the understanding of the toxic mechanism of formaldehyde and suggests a more applicable analytic pipeline for predicting the toxic effects of inhaled toxicants.
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Adoption of Artificial Intelligence (AI)-Based Computerized Tomography (CT) Evaluation of Comprehensive Nursing in the Operation Room in Laparoscopy-Guided Radical Surgery of Colon Cancer. COMPUTATIONAL INTELLIGENCE AND NEUROSCIENCE 2022; 2022:2180788. [PMID: 35300396 PMCID: PMC8923753 DOI: 10.1155/2022/2180788] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/19/2021] [Revised: 01/22/2022] [Accepted: 01/31/2022] [Indexed: 11/17/2022]
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This research aimed to discuss the application of traditional nonlocal mean (NLM) algorithm-based computerized tomography (CT) images in intervention evaluation of the nursing for patients performing laparoscopy-guided radical surgery of colon cancer. A total of 100 patients who were diagnosed with colon cancer after enteroscopy and performed laparoscopic radical surgery were chosen as the research objects. They were divided into an observation group (comprehensive nursing in operation room) and a control group (routine nursing), each of which included 50 cases. All cases received CT examination. Meanwhile, the improved traditional NLM (INLM) algorithm was proposed, and the effects of image reconstruction were analyzed to improve the quality of CT images. The result showed that structural similarity index measure (SSIM) and figure of merit (FOM) of INLM were obviously higher than those of filtered back projection (FBP) algorithm and NLM algorithm, and the average running time was significantly less than that of FBP algorithm and NLM algorithm (P < 0.05). The operation time and the amount of intraoperative blood loss of patients in the observation group were both less than those of patients in the control group, and differences had statistical significance (P < 0.05). Besides, the time of getting out of bed, ventilation recovery time, postoperative meal time, stomach tube encumbrance time, and catheter encumbrance time of patients in the observation group were all less than those of patients in the control group, and the differences had statistical significance (P < 0.05). In the observation group, there were 3 cases with postoperative complications, and 2 out of them got incision infection while 1 suffered from constipation. In contrast, there were 9 cases with postoperative complications in the control group, 3 of which were patients with incision infection, and 2 suffered from urinary retention while the other 4 suffered from constipation. According to the above results, the INLM algorithm proposed in this research could improve the image reconstruction accuracy of traditional algorithm, shorten the running time, and enhance the overall diagnostic efficiency. The comprehensive nursing in operation room with laparoscopic radical surgery of colon cancer could improve the cure rate and prognosis of patients, so it was worthy of clinical promotion and application.
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