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Aoki H, Yamashita M, Hashita T, Iwao T, Aoyama M, Matsunaga T. Generation of Brain Microvascular Endothelial-like Cells from Human iPS Cell-Derived Endothelial Progenitor Cells Using TGF-β Receptor Inhibitor, Laminin 511 Fragment, and Neuronal Cell Culture Supplements. Pharmaceutics 2022; 14:pharmaceutics14122697. [PMID: 36559191 PMCID: PMC9785586 DOI: 10.3390/pharmaceutics14122697] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/04/2022] [Revised: 11/26/2022] [Accepted: 11/29/2022] [Indexed: 12/03/2022] Open
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Brain microvascular endothelial cells (BMECs) constitute the blood-brain barrier (BBB), which prevents the transfer of substances into the brain. Recently, in vitro BBB models using human-induced pluripotent stem (iPS) cell-derived brain microvascular endothelial-like cells (iBMELCs) have been created. However, it is suggested that iBMELCs differentiated by the existing methods are different from the BMECs that occur in vivo. This study aimed to establish iBMELCs generated via human iPS cell-derived endothelial progenitor cells (iEPCs) (E-iBMELCs). Expanded and cryopreserved iEPCs were thawed and differentiated into mature endothelial cells under various conditions. Intercellular barriers were significantly enhanced in E-iBMELCs using a B-27 supplement, transforming growth factor-β receptor inhibitor, and laminin 511 fragment. Expression of the endothelial cell markers was higher in the E-iBMELCs generated in this study compared with conventional methods. In addition, E-iBMELCs expressed P-glycoprotein. E-iBMELCs developed in this study will significantly contribute to drug discovery for neurodegenerative diseases and might elucidate the pathogenesis of neurodegenerative diseases associated with BBB disruption.
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- Hiromasa Aoki
- Department of Clinical Pharmacy, Graduate School of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Nagoya City University, Nagoya 467-8603, Japan
- Department of Pathobiology, Graduate School of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Nagoya City University, Nagoya 467-8603, Japan
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- Department of Clinical Pharmacy, Graduate School of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Nagoya City University, Nagoya 467-8603, Japan
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- Department of Clinical Pharmacy, Graduate School of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Nagoya City University, Nagoya 467-8603, Japan
- Correspondence: ; Tel.: +81-52-836-3441; Fax: +81-52-836-3792
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- Department of Clinical Pharmacy, Graduate School of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Nagoya City University, Nagoya 467-8603, Japan
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- Department of Pathobiology, Graduate School of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Nagoya City University, Nagoya 467-8603, Japan
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- Department of Clinical Pharmacy, Graduate School of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Nagoya City University, Nagoya 467-8603, Japan
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Rantataro S, Ferrer Pascual L, Laurila T. Ascorbic acid does not necessarily interfere with the electrochemical detection of dopamine. Sci Rep 2022; 12:20225. [PMID: 36418489 PMCID: PMC9684410 DOI: 10.1038/s41598-022-24580-0] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/29/2022] [Accepted: 11/17/2022] [Indexed: 11/25/2022] Open
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It is widely stated that ascorbic acid (AA) interferes with the electrochemical detection of neurotransmitters, especially dopamine, because of their overlapping oxidation potentials on typical electrode materials. As the concentration of AA is several orders of magnitude higher than the concentration of neurotransmitters, detection of neurotransmitters is difficult in the presence of AA and requires either highly stable AA concentration or highly selective neurotransmitter sensors. In contrast to the common opinion, we show that AA does not always interfere electrochemical detection of neurotransmitters. The decay of AA is rapid in cell culture medium, having a half-time of 2.1 hours, according to which the concentration decreases by 93% in 8 hours and by 99.75% in 18 hours. Thus, AA is eventually no longer detected by electrodes and the concentration of neurotransmitters can be effectively monitored. To validate this claim, we used unmodified single-wall carbon nanotube electrode to measure dopamine at physiologically relevant concentration range (25-1000 nM) from human midbrain organoid medium with highly linear response. Finally, AA is known to affect dopamine oxidation current through regeneration of dopamine, which complicates precise detection of small amounts of dopamine. By designing experiments as described here, this complication can be completely eliminated.
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- Samuel Rantataro
- grid.5373.20000000108389418Department of Electrical Engineering and Automation, Aalto University, 02150 Espoo, Finland
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- grid.5373.20000000108389418Department of Electrical Engineering and Automation, Aalto University, 02150 Espoo, Finland
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- grid.5373.20000000108389418Department of Electrical Engineering and Automation, Aalto University, 02150 Espoo, Finland ,grid.5373.20000000108389418Department of Chemistry and Materials Science, Aalto University, 02150 Espoo, Finland
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Kumar N, Thorat ST, Gite A, Patole PB. Selenium nanoparticles and omega-3 fatty acid enhanced thermal tolerance in fish against arsenic and high temperature. Comp Biochem Physiol C Toxicol Pharmacol 2022; 261:109447. [PMID: 36030006 DOI: 10.1016/j.cbpc.2022.109447] [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: 04/11/2022] [Revised: 08/01/2022] [Accepted: 08/21/2022] [Indexed: 11/28/2022]
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The aquatic ecosystem is prone to global climate change and pollution affecting aquatic animals, including fish. In light of the above, we experimented with delineate the role of eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA) and docosahexaenoic acid (DHA) with selenium nanoparticles (Se-NPs) to enhance the thermal tolerance in Pangasianodon hypophthalmus reared under control or concurrent exposure to high temperature and arsenic (As + T) for 112 days. Se-NPs were synthesized using the green approach. Four experimental diets viz. EPA + DHA at 0.2, 0.4 and 0.6 % along with Se-NPs at 0.2 mg kg-1 diet were formulated and prepared. End of the experiment (112 days), the thermal tolerance viz. CTmin (critical thermal minima) CTmax (critical thermal maxima), LTmin (lethal thermal minima) and LTmax (lethal thermal maxima) were determined. Supplementation of EPA + DHA along with Se-NPs noticeably improved the thermal tolerance of the fish reared under stress (As + T) and control condition. Superoxide dismutase, glutathione-s-transferase, catalase, glutathione peroxides and LPO were enhanced by As + T, whereas EPA + DHA at 0.4 % and Se-NPs reduced the oxidative stress. Further, acetylcholine esterase was inhibited by arsenic alone and concurrent with temperature but dietary supplementation significantly enhanced the brain AChE activity. Exposure to arsenic and concurrent with a temperature significantly reduced the ATPase. Whereas supplementation of EPA + DHA at 0.4 % and Se-NPs enhanced the ATPase in liver and gill tissues. Arsenic bioaccumulation was also reduced with EPA + DHA at 0.4 % and Se-NPs. The present investigation concluded that EPA + DHA at 0.4 % and Se-NPs at 0.2 mg kg-1 diet protects the P. hypophthalmus against arsenic pollution and thermal stress.
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- Neeraj Kumar
- ICAR-National Institute of Abiotic Stress Management, Baramati, Pune, Maharashtra 413115, India.
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- ICAR-National Institute of Abiotic Stress Management, Baramati, Pune, Maharashtra 413115, India
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- ICAR-National Institute of Abiotic Stress Management, Baramati, Pune, Maharashtra 413115, India
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- ICAR-National Institute of Abiotic Stress Management, Baramati, Pune, Maharashtra 413115, India
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Marques CF, Pinheiro PF, Justino GC. Optimized protocol for obtaining and characterizing primary neuron-enriched cultures from embryonic chicken brains. STAR Protoc 2022; 3:101753. [PMID: 36209426 PMCID: PMC9558106 DOI: 10.1016/j.xpro.2022.101753] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/25/2022] [Revised: 08/10/2022] [Accepted: 09/14/2022] [Indexed: 11/07/2022] Open
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We present here an optimized protocol to obtain primary neuron-enriched cultures from embryonic chicken brains with no need for an animal facility. The protocol details the steps to isolate a neuron-enriched cell fraction from chicken embryos, followed by characterization of the chicken neurons with mass spectrometry proteomics and cell staining. Because of the high homology between chicken and human amyloid precursor protein processing machinery, these chicken neurons can be used as an alternative to rodent models for studying Alzheimer disease.
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- Cátia F. Marques
- Centro de Química Estrutural, Institute of Molecular Sciences, Instituto Superior Técnico, Universidade de Lisboa, 1049-001 Lisboa, Portugal,Corresponding author
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- Centro de Química Estrutural, Institute of Molecular Sciences, Instituto Superior Técnico, Universidade de Lisboa, 1049-001 Lisboa, Portugal,Corresponding author
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- Centro de Química Estrutural, Institute of Molecular Sciences, Instituto Superior Técnico, Universidade de Lisboa, 1049-001 Lisboa, Portugal,Corresponding author
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Urzì O, Olofsson Bagge R, Crescitelli R. The dark side of foetal bovine serum in extracellular vesicle studies. J Extracell Vesicles 2022; 11:e12271. [PMID: 36214482 PMCID: PMC9549727 DOI: 10.1002/jev2.12271] [Citation(s) in RCA: 21] [Impact Index Per Article: 10.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/12/1912] [Revised: 12/12/1912] [Accepted: 12/12/1912] [Indexed: 11/06/2022] Open
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Extracellular vesicles (EVs) have been shown to be involved in cell-cell communication and to take part in both physiological and pathological processes. Thanks to their exclusive cargo, which includes proteins, lipids, and nucleic acids from the originating cells, they are gaining interest as potential biomarkers of disease. In recent years, their appealing features have been fascinating researchers from all over the world, thus increasing the number of in vitro studies focused on EV release, content, and biological activities. Cultured cell lines are the most-used source of EVs; however, the EVs released in cell cultures are influenced by the cell culture conditions, such as the use of foetal bovine serum (FBS). FBS is the most common supplement for cell culture media, but it is also a source of contaminants, such as exogenous bovine EVs, RNA, and protein aggregates, that can contaminate the cell-derived EVs and influence their cargo composition. The presence of FBS contaminants in cell-derived EV samples is a well-known issue that limits the clinical applications of EVs, thus increasing the need for standardization. In this review, we will discuss the pros and cons of using FBS in cell cultures as a source of EVs, as well as the protocols used to remove contaminants from FBS.
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- Ornella Urzì
- Sahlgrenska Center for Cancer Research and Wallenberg Centre for Molecular and Translational MedicineDepartment of SurgeryInstitute of Clinical SciencesSahlgrenska AcademyUniversity of GothenburgGothenburgSweden
- Department of BiomedicineNeurosciences and Advanced Diagnostics (Bi.N.D)University of PalermoPalermoItaly
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- Sahlgrenska Center for Cancer Research and Wallenberg Centre for Molecular and Translational MedicineDepartment of SurgeryInstitute of Clinical SciencesSahlgrenska AcademyUniversity of GothenburgGothenburgSweden
- Department of SurgerySahlgrenska University HospitalRegion Västra GötalandGothenburgSweden
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- Sahlgrenska Center for Cancer Research and Wallenberg Centre for Molecular and Translational MedicineDepartment of SurgeryInstitute of Clinical SciencesSahlgrenska AcademyUniversity of GothenburgGothenburgSweden
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Schweizer U, Fabiano M. Selenoproteins in brain development and function. Free Radic Biol Med 2022; 190:105-115. [PMID: 35961466 DOI: 10.1016/j.freeradbiomed.2022.07.022] [Citation(s) in RCA: 22] [Impact Index Per Article: 11.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/27/2022] [Revised: 06/21/2022] [Accepted: 07/26/2022] [Indexed: 01/18/2023]
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Expression of selenoproteins is widespread in neurons of the central nervous system. There is continuous evidence presented over decades that low levels of selenium or selenoproteins are linked to seizures and epilepsy indicating a failure of the inhibitory system. Many developmental processes in the brain depend on the thyroid hormone T3. T3 levels can be locally increased by the action of iodothyronine deiodinases on the prohormone T4. Since deiodinases are selenoproteins, it is expected that selenoprotein deficiency may affect development of the central nervous system. Studies in genetically modified mice or clinical observations of patients with rare diseases point to a role of selenoproteins in brain development and degeneration. In particular selenoprotein P is central to brain function by virtue of its selenium transport function into and within the brain. We summarize which selenoproteins are essential for the brain, which processes depend on selenoproteins, and what is known about genetic deficiencies of selenoproteins in humans. This review is not intended to cover the potential influence of selenium or selenoproteins on major neurodegenerative disorders in human.
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- Ulrich Schweizer
- Institut für Biochemie und Molekularbiologie, Universitätsklinikum Bonn, Rheinische Friedrich-Wilhelms-Universität Bonn, Nussallee 11, 53115, Bonn, Germany.
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- Institut für Biochemie und Molekularbiologie, Universitätsklinikum Bonn, Rheinische Friedrich-Wilhelms-Universität Bonn, Nussallee 11, 53115, Bonn, Germany
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Fradejas-Villar N, Zhao W, Reuter U, Doengi M, Ingold I, Bohleber S, Conrad M, Schweizer U. Missense mutation in selenocysteine synthase causes cardio-respiratory failure and perinatal death in mice which can be compensated by selenium-independent GPX4. Redox Biol 2021; 48:102188. [PMID: 34794077 PMCID: PMC8605217 DOI: 10.1016/j.redox.2021.102188] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/01/2021] [Revised: 10/26/2021] [Accepted: 11/11/2021] [Indexed: 12/16/2022] Open
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Selenoproteins are a small family of proteins containing the trace element selenium in form of the rare amino acid selenocysteine (Sec), which is decoded by the UGA codon. In humans, a number of pathogenic variants in genes encoding distinct selenoproteins or selenoprotein biosynthesis factors have been identified. Pathogenic variants in selenocysteine synthase (SEPSECS), which catalyzes the last step in Sec-tRNA[Ser]Sec biosynthesis, were reported in children suffering from progressive cerebello-cerebral atrophy. To understand the pathomechanism associated with SEPSECS deficiency, we generated a novel mouse model recapitulating the respective human pathogenic p.Y334C variant in the murine Sepsecs gene (SepsecsY334C). Unlike in patients, pups homozygous for the p.Y334C variant died perinatally with signs of cardio-respiratory failure. Perinatal death is reminiscent of the Sedaghatian spondylometaphyseal dysplasia disorder in humans, which is caused by pathogenic variants in the gene encoding the selenoprotein and key ferroptosis regulator glutathione peroxidase 4 (GPX4). Protein expression levels of distinct selenoproteins in SepsecsY334C/Y334C mice were found to be generally reduced in brain and isolated cortical neurons, while transcriptomics analysis uncovered an upregulation of NRF2-regulated genes. Crossbreeding of SepsecsY334C/Y334C mice with mice harboring a targeted mutation of the catalytically active Sec to Cys in GPX4 rescued perinatal death of SepsecsY334C/Y334C mice, showing that the cardio-respiratory defects of SepsecsY334C/Y334C mice were caused by the lack of GPX4. Like in SepsecsY334C/Y334C mice, selenoprotein expression levels remained low and NRF2-regulated genes remained highly expressed in these compound mutant mice, indicating that selenium-independent GPX4, along with a sustained antioxidant response are sufficient to compensate for dysfunctional Sec-tRNA[Ser]Sec biosynthesis. Our findings imply that children with pathogenic variants in SEPSECS or GPX4 may even benefit from treatments that incompletely compensate for impaired GPX4 activity.
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- Institut für Biochemie und Molekularbiologie, Universitätsklinikum Bonn, Bonn, Germany
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- Institut für Biochemie und Molekularbiologie, Universitätsklinikum Bonn, Bonn, Germany
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- Institut für Physiologie, Universitätsklinikum Bonn, Bonn, Germany
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- Helmholtz Zentrum München, Institute of Metabolism and Cell Death, 85764, Neuherberg, Germany
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- Institut für Biochemie und Molekularbiologie, Universitätsklinikum Bonn, Bonn, Germany
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- Helmholtz Zentrum München, Institute of Metabolism and Cell Death, 85764, Neuherberg, Germany; Pirogov Russian National Research Medical University, Laboratory of Experimental Oncology, Moscow, 117997, Russia
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- Institut für Biochemie und Molekularbiologie, Universitätsklinikum Bonn, Bonn, Germany.
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Kumar N, Singh DK, Bhushan S, Jamwal A. Mitigating multiple stresses in Pangasianodon hypophthalmus with a novel dietary mixture of selenium nanoparticles and Omega-3-fatty acid. Sci Rep 2021; 11:19429. [PMID: 34593853 PMCID: PMC8484548 DOI: 10.1038/s41598-021-98582-9] [Citation(s) in RCA: 16] [Impact Index Per Article: 5.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/29/2020] [Accepted: 09/08/2021] [Indexed: 02/08/2023] Open
Abstract
Effects of a novel dietary mixture of selenium nanoparticles (Se-NPs) and omega-3-fatty acids i.e., Eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA) and docosahexaenoic acid (DHA) on mitigating arsenic pollution, high-temperature stress and bacterial infection were investigated in Pangasianodon hypophthalmus. To aim this, four isocaloric and iso-nitrogenous diets were prepared: control feed (no supplementation), Se-NPs at 0.2 mg kg-1 diet with EPA + DHA at 0.2, 0.4 and 0.6% as supplemented diets. Fish were reared under normal condition or concurrent exposure to arsenic (2.65 mg L-1), and temperature (34 °C) (As + T) stress for 105 days. The experiment was conducted with eight treatments in triplicates. Response to various stresses i.e., primary (cortisol), secondary (oxidative stress, immunity, and stress biomarkers) and tertiary stress response (growth performance, bioaccumulation and mortality due to bacterial infection) were determined. Supplementation of dietary Se-NPs at 0.2 mg kg-1 diet and EPA + DHA at 0.2 and 0.4% reduced the primary stress level. Exposure to arsenic and temperature (As + T) and fed with control diet and EPA + DHA at 0.6% aggravated the cortisol level. Anti-oxidative enzymes (Catalase, superoxide dismutase, glutathione peroxidase and glutathione-s-transferase) and immunity (Nitroblue tetrazolium, total protein, albumin, globulin, A:G ratio, total immunoglobulin and myeloperoxidase) of the fish were augmented by supplementation of Se-NPs and EPA + DHA at 0.2 and 0.4%. Neurotransmitter enzyme, HSP 70, Vitamin C were significantly enhanced (p < 0.01) with supplementation of Se-NPs at 0.2 mg kg-1 and EPA + DHA at 0.2 and 0.4%. Whereas total lipid, cholesterol, phospholipid, triglyceride and very low-density lipoprotein (VLDL) were reduced (p < 0.01) with the supplementation of Se-NPs at 0.2 mg kg-1 diet and EPA + DHA at 0.2 and 0.4%. Tertiary stress response viz. growth performance was also significantly enhanced with supplementation of Se-NPs at 0.2 mg kg-1 and EPA + DHA at 0.2 and 0.4% reared under As + T. Whereas arsenic bioaccumulation in fish tissues was significantly reduced with dietary supplementation of Se-NPs and EPA + DHA. Cumulative mortality and relative percentage survival were reduced with Se-NPs at 0.2 mg kg-1 and EPA + DHA at 0.2 and 0.4%. The investigation revealed that a novel combination of Se-NPs at 0.2 mg kg-1 and EPA + DHA at 0.4% followed by 0.2% has the potential to alleviate temperature stress, bacterial infection and arsenic pollution. Whereas diet containing Se-NPs at 0.2 mg kg-1 diet and EPA + DHA at 0.6% was noticeably enhanced the stress in P. hypophthalmus.
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- Neeraj Kumar
- grid.464970.80000 0004 1772 8233ICAR-National Institute of Abiotic Stress Management, Baramati, Pune, Maharashtra 413115 India
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- grid.444582.b0000 0000 9414 8698ICAR-Central Institute of Fisheries Education, Versova, Mumbai, 400061 India
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- grid.444582.b0000 0000 9414 8698ICAR-Central Institute of Fisheries Education, Versova, Mumbai, 400061 India
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- DRPCAU-College of Fisheries Dholi, Samastipur, Bihar 848125 India
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Kiyohara ACP, Torres DJ, Hagiwara A, Pak J, Rueli RHLH, Shuttleworth CWR, Bellinger FP. Selenoprotein P Regulates Synaptic Zinc and Reduces Tau Phosphorylation. Front Nutr 2021; 8:683154. [PMID: 34277682 PMCID: PMC8280497 DOI: 10.3389/fnut.2021.683154] [Citation(s) in RCA: 8] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/20/2021] [Accepted: 05/26/2021] [Indexed: 01/11/2023] Open
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Selenoprotein P (SELENOP1) is a selenium-rich antioxidant protein involved in extracellular transport of selenium (Se). SELENOP1 also has metal binding properties. The trace element Zinc (Zn2+) is a neuromodulator that can be released from synaptic terminals in the brain, primarily from a subset of glutamatergic terminals. Both Zn2+ and Se are necessary for normal brain function. Although these ions can bind together with high affinity, the biological significance of an interaction of SELENOP1 with Zn2+ has not been investigated. We examined changes in brain Zn2+ in SELENOP1 knockout (KO) animals. Timm-Danscher and N-(6-methoxy-8-quinolyl)-p-toluenesulphonamide (TSQ) staining revealed increased levels of intracellular Zn2+ in the SELENOP1-/- hippocampus compared to wildtype (WT) mice. Mass spectrometry analysis of frozen whole brain samples demonstrated that total Zn2+ was not increased in the SELENOP1-/- mice, suggesting only local changes in Zn2+ distribution. Unexpectedly, live Zn2+ imaging of hippocampal slices with a selective extracellular fluorescent Zn2+ indicator (FluoZin-3) showed that SELENOP1-/- mice have impaired Zn2+ release in response to KCl-induced neuron depolarization. The zinc/metal storage protein metallothionein 3 (MT-3) was increased in SELENOP1-/- hippocampus relative to wildtype, possibly in response to an elevated Zn2+ content. We found that depriving cultured cells of selenium resulted in increased intracellular Zn2+, as did inhibition of selenoprotein GPX4 but not GPX1, suggesting the increased Zn2+ in SELENOP1-/- mice is due to a downregulation of antioxidant selenoproteins and subsequent release of Zn2+ from intracellular stores. Surprisingly, we found increased tau phosphorylation in the hippocampus of SELENOP1-/- mice, possibly resulting from intracellular zinc changes. Our findings reveal important roles for SELENOP1 in the maintenance of synaptic Zn2+ physiology and preventing tau hyperphosphorylation.
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- Arlene C. P. Kiyohara
- Department of Cell and Molecular Biology, John A. Burns School of Medicine, University of Hawaii at Manoa, Honolulu, HI, United States
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- Department of Cell and Molecular Biology, John A. Burns School of Medicine, University of Hawaii at Manoa, Honolulu, HI, United States
- Pacific Biosciences Research Center, School of Ocean and Earth Science and Technology, University of Hawaii at Manoa, Honolulu, HI, United States
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- Department of Cell and Molecular Biology, John A. Burns School of Medicine, University of Hawaii at Manoa, Honolulu, HI, United States
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- Department of Cell and Molecular Biology, John A. Burns School of Medicine, University of Hawaii at Manoa, Honolulu, HI, United States
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- Department of Cell and Molecular Biology, John A. Burns School of Medicine, University of Hawaii at Manoa, Honolulu, HI, United States
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- Department of Cell and Molecular Biology, John A. Burns School of Medicine, University of Hawaii at Manoa, Honolulu, HI, United States
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Xu J, Lian W, Chen J, Li W, Li L, Huang Z. Chemical-defined medium supporting the expansion of human mesenchymal stem cells. Stem Cell Res Ther 2020; 11:125. [PMID: 32192530 PMCID: PMC7083066 DOI: 10.1186/s13287-020-01641-7] [Citation(s) in RCA: 12] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/09/2019] [Revised: 03/03/2020] [Accepted: 03/10/2020] [Indexed: 12/04/2022] Open
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Objectives Mesenchymal stem cells (MSCs) have been intensively investigated as to their therapeutic potentials. However, the full chemical-defined medium supporting the isolation and expansion of human MSCs has not been developed yet. Materials and methods Here, we developed the full chemical-defined medium, NBVbe medium, via RNA sequencing, bioinformatic analysis, and growth factor screening. Results The NBVbe medium contains N2B27 medium with the BSA (bovine serum albumin) replaced by the recombinant human albumin, bFGF (basic fibroblast growth factor), vitamin C, and EGF (epidermal growth factor). The NBVbe medium could support the isolation and expansion of human MSCs from the umbilical cords. Conclusions The full chemical-defined medium supporting the isolation and expansion of human MSCs has been developed. This would be helpful for further optimization of the MSC medium, their clinical applications, and molecular characterization.
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- Jianyong Xu
- Guangdong Provincial Key Laboratory of Regional Immunity and Diseases, Department of Immunology, School of Medicine, Shenzhen University, Nanhai Avenue 3688, Shenzhen, 518060, Guangdong, People's Republic of China.
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- Guangdong Provincial Key Laboratory of Regional Immunity and Diseases, Department of Immunology, School of Medicine, Shenzhen University, Nanhai Avenue 3688, Shenzhen, 518060, Guangdong, People's Republic of China
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- Department of Obstetrics, People's Hospital of Baoan, Shenzhen, 518055, People's Republic of China
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- Department of Obstetrics, Women and Children Health Institute of Futian, Shenzhen, 518055, People's Republic of China
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- Guangdong Provincial Key Laboratory of Regional Immunity and Diseases, Department of Immunology, School of Medicine, Shenzhen University, Nanhai Avenue 3688, Shenzhen, 518060, Guangdong, People's Republic of China
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- Guangdong Provincial Key Laboratory of Regional Immunity and Diseases, Department of Immunology, School of Medicine, Shenzhen University, Nanhai Avenue 3688, Shenzhen, 518060, Guangdong, People's Republic of China
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Chemmarappally JM, Pegram HCN, Abeywickrama N, Fornari E, Hargreaves AJ, De Girolamo LA, Stevens B. A co-culture nanofibre scaffold model of neural cell degeneration in relevance to Parkinson's disease. Sci Rep 2020; 10:2767. [PMID: 32066745 PMCID: PMC7026118 DOI: 10.1038/s41598-020-59310-x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 16] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/14/2019] [Accepted: 01/20/2020] [Indexed: 12/17/2022] Open
Abstract
Current therapeutic strategies for Parkinson’s disease (PD) aim to delay progression or replace damaged neurons by restoring the original neuronal structures. The poor regenerative capacity of neural tissue highlights the need for the development of cellular environments to model the pathogenesis of PD. In the current work, we have characterised the growth, survival and response to PD mimetics of human SH-SY5Y neuroblastoma and U-87MG glioblastoma cell lines cultured on polyacrylonitrile (PAN) and Jeffamine® doped polyacrylonitrile (PJ) nano-scaffolds. Differentiation induced by a range of agents was evaluated by immunoassays of neural protein biomarkers. PAN and PJ nanofibre scaffolds provided suitable three-dimensional (3D) environment to support the growth, differentiation and network formation of dopaminergic neuron- and astrocyte-like cell populations, respectively. The scaffolds selectively supported the survival and differentiation of both cell populations with prolonged neuronal survival when exposed to PD mimetics in the presence of astrocytes in a co-culture model. Such 3D nanoscaffold-based assays could aid our understanding of the molecular basis of PD mimetic-induced Parkinsonism and the discovery of neuroprotective agents.
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- Joseph M Chemmarappally
- Innovations in Surfaces, Materials and Related Technologies (iSMART), College of Science and Technology, Nottingham Trent University, Clifton, NG11 8NS, UK.,Interdisciplinary Biomedical Research Centre (IBRC), College of Science and Technology, Nottingham Trent University, Clifton, NG11 8NS, UK
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- Innovations in Surfaces, Materials and Related Technologies (iSMART), College of Science and Technology, Nottingham Trent University, Clifton, NG11 8NS, UK.,Interdisciplinary Biomedical Research Centre (IBRC), College of Science and Technology, Nottingham Trent University, Clifton, NG11 8NS, UK
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- Innovations in Surfaces, Materials and Related Technologies (iSMART), College of Science and Technology, Nottingham Trent University, Clifton, NG11 8NS, UK
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- Innovations in Surfaces, Materials and Related Technologies (iSMART), College of Science and Technology, Nottingham Trent University, Clifton, NG11 8NS, UK
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- Interdisciplinary Biomedical Research Centre (IBRC), College of Science and Technology, Nottingham Trent University, Clifton, NG11 8NS, UK
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- Interdisciplinary Biomedical Research Centre (IBRC), College of Science and Technology, Nottingham Trent University, Clifton, NG11 8NS, UK
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- Innovations in Surfaces, Materials and Related Technologies (iSMART), College of Science and Technology, Nottingham Trent University, Clifton, NG11 8NS, UK.
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Kumar N, Brahmchari RK, Bhushan S, Thorat ST, Kumar P, Chandan NK, Kumar M, Singh NP. Synergistic effect of dietary selenium nanoparticles and riboflavin on the enhanced thermal efficiency of fish against multiple stress factors. J Therm Biol 2019; 85:102417. [PMID: 31657758 DOI: 10.1016/j.jtherbio.2019.102417] [Citation(s) in RCA: 11] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/15/2019] [Revised: 08/08/2019] [Accepted: 09/10/2019] [Indexed: 02/02/2023]
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An experiment was designed to delineate the efficacy of a dietary mixture of selenium nanoparticles (Se-NPs) and riboflavin (RF) on the thermal efficiency/tolerance of Pangasianodon hypophthalmus reared under arsenic (2.8 mg/L) and high-temperature (34 °C) stress. A green synthesis method was employed for the synthesis of Se-NPs using fish gills, which are normally discarded as by-products. Four isocaloric and iso-nitrogenous experimental diets were used, namely, a control diet (Se-NPs and RF @ 0 mg/kg diet) and diets containing RF @ 5, 10 or 15 mg/kg diet and Se-NPs @ 0.5 mg/kg diet, and feeding was performed for 95 days. At the end of the feeding trial, the thermal tolerance was evaluated by determination of the following parameters: critical thermal minimum (CTMin), lethal thermal minimum (LTMin), critical thermal maximum (CTMax), and lethal thermal maximum (LTMax). The anti-oxidative status in the form of catalase (CAT), glutathione-s-transferase (GST) and glutathione peroxidase (GPx) activities was significantly (p < 0.01) enhanced upon concurrent exposure to arsenic and high temperature at LTMin and LTMax, whereas a non-significant (p > 0.05) change in superoxide dismutase (SOD) activity was observed in the brain at LTMin and brain, gill and kidney at LTMax. Supplementation with Se-NPs @ 0.5 mg/kg diet and RF @ 5, 10 or 15 mg/kg diet significantly (p < 0.01) improved the anti-oxidative status with or without stressors. AChE activity in the brain was significantly (p < 0.01) inhibited upon concurrent exposure to arsenic and high temperature and improved in the treatment group supplemented with Se-NPs and RF. The arsenic concentration in muscle and experimental water and Se concentration in muscle and experimental feed were analysed. Overall, the results indicated that supplementation with RF @ 5 mg/kg diet and Se-NPs @ 0.5 mg/kg diet could confer protection to the fish against arsenic and thermal stress and led to enhanced thermal efficiency/tolerance of P. hypophthalmus.
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- Neeraj Kumar
- ICAR-National Institute of Abiotic Stress Management, Baramati, Pune, 413115, India.
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- ICAR-Central Institute of Fisheries Education, Versova, Mumbai, 400061, India
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- ICAR-National Institute of Abiotic Stress Management, Baramati, Pune, 413115, India
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- ICAR-Central Institute of Freshwater Aquaculture, Kausalyaganga, Bhubaneswar, 751002, Odisha, India
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- ICAR-Central Institute of Fisheries Education, Versova, Mumbai, 400061, India
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Chemically defined and xenogeneic-free differentiation of human pluripotent stem cells into definitive endoderm in 3D culture. Sci Rep 2019; 9:996. [PMID: 30700818 PMCID: PMC6353891 DOI: 10.1038/s41598-018-37650-z] [Citation(s) in RCA: 14] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/01/2018] [Accepted: 12/10/2018] [Indexed: 12/18/2022] Open
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In vitro differentiation of human pluripotent stem cells (hPSCs) into definitive endoderm (DE) represents a key step towards somatic cells of lung, liver and pancreas. For future clinical applications, mass production of differentiated cells at chemically defined conditions and free of xenogeneic substances is envisioned. In this study we adapted our previously published two-dimensional (2D) DE induction protocol to three-dimensional (3D) static suspension culture in the absence of the xenogeneic extracellular matrix Matrigel. Next, fetal calf serum and bovine serum albumin present in the standard medium were replaced by a custom-made and xeno-free B-27. This yielded in a chemically defined and xenogeneic-free 3D culture protocol for differentiation of hPSCs into DE at efficiencies similar to standard 2D conditions. This novel protocol successfully worked with different hPSC lines including hESCs and hiPSCs maintained in two different stem cell media prior to differentiation. DE cells obtained by our novel BSA-free 3D protocol could be further differentiated into PDX1- or NKX6.1-expressing pancreatic progenitor cells. Notably, upon DE differentiation, we also identified a CXCR4+/NCAM+/EpCAMlow cell population with reduced DE marker gene expression. These CXCR4+/NCAM+/EpCAMlow cells emerge as a result of Wnt/beta-catenin hyperactivation via elevated CHIR-99021 concentrations and likely represent misspecified DE.
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Kumar N, Singh NP. Effect of dietary selenium on immuno-biochemical plasticity and resistance against Aeromonas veronii biovar sobria in fish reared under multiple stressors. FISH & SHELLFISH IMMUNOLOGY 2019; 84:38-47. [PMID: 30261297 DOI: 10.1016/j.fsi.2018.09.065] [Citation(s) in RCA: 26] [Impact Index Per Article: 5.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/06/2018] [Revised: 09/20/2018] [Accepted: 09/23/2018] [Indexed: 06/08/2023]
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The present investigation aims to study role of dietary selenium (Se) on growth performance, oxidative stress markers (catalase, superoxide dismutase and glutathione-s-transferase), stress biomarkers [blood glucose, cortisol and heat shock protein (HSP 70) and immunological status, Nitro blue tetrazolium (NBT), total protein, albumin, globulin, A/G ratio, total immunoglobulin and vitamin C] and survival of fish after Aeromonas veronii biovar sobria challenged. Pangasianodon hypophthalmus was treated with lead (Pb, 4 ppm), and high temperature (34 °C) for 60 days. The growth performance was reduced with declined in feed intake, growth rate and feed efficiency in case of group exposed with Pb alone and concurrent exposure to Pb high temperature (34 °C). The Se has immunomodulatory properties however, supplementation of the dietary Se @ 1 and 2 mg/kg diet has been realistically improved growth performance up to 240%, elevated antioxidative status in different tissues, and immunological status were also improved significantly in the P. hypophthalmus. The bacterial challenged with A. veronii biovar sobria in the P. hypophthalmus resulting in less cumulative mortality (%) and high relative (%) survival has been observed with supplementation of dietary Se @ 1 and 2 mg/kg diet. The bioaccumulation of Pb in muscle tissue has been also drastically reduced with supplementation of dietary Se in feed. Hence, overall results indicated that, dietary Se @ 1 and 2 mg/kg have ability to enhanced overall performance and alleviated multiple stresses in P hypophthalmus.
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- Neeraj Kumar
- ICAR-National Institute of Abiotic Stress Management (NIASM), Baramati, Pune, 413115, India.
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- ICAR-National Institute of Abiotic Stress Management (NIASM), Baramati, Pune, 413115, India
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Mn Inhibits GSH Synthesis via Downregulation of Neuronal EAAC1 and Astrocytic xCT to Cause Oxidative Damage in the Striatum of Mice. OXIDATIVE MEDICINE AND CELLULAR LONGEVITY 2018; 2018:4235695. [PMID: 30228854 PMCID: PMC6136513 DOI: 10.1155/2018/4235695] [Citation(s) in RCA: 22] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/06/2018] [Revised: 06/24/2018] [Accepted: 07/12/2018] [Indexed: 11/17/2022]
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Excessive manganese (Mn) can accumulate in the striatum of the brain following overexposure. Oxidative stress is a well-recognized mechanism in Mn-induced neurotoxicity. It has been proven that glutathione (GSH) depletion is a key factor in oxidative damage during Mn exposure. However, no study has focused on the dysfunction of GSH synthesis-induced oxidative stress in the brain during Mn exposure. The objective of the present study was to explore the mechanism of Mn disruption of GSH synthesis via EAAC1 and xCT in vitro and in vivo. Primary neurons and astrocytes were cultured and treated with different doses of Mn to observe the state of cells and levels of GSH and reactive oxygen species (ROS) and measure mRNA and protein expression of EAAC1 and xCT. Mice were randomly divided into seven groups, which received saline, 12.5, 25, and 50 mg/kg MnCl2, 500 mg/kg AAH (EAAC1 inhibitor) + 50 mg/kg MnCl2, 75 mg/kg SSZ (xCT inhibitor) + 50 mg/kg MnCl2, and 100 mg/kg NAC (GSH rescuer) + 50 mg/kg MnCl2 once daily for two weeks. Then, levels of EAAC1, xCT, ROS, GSH, malondialdehyde (MDA), protein sulfhydryl, carbonyl, 8-hydroxy-2-deoxyguanosine (8-OHdG), and morphological and ultrastructural features in the striatum of mice were measured. Mn reduced protein levels, mRNA expression, and immunofluorescence intensity of EAAC1 and xCT. Mn also decreased the level of GSH, sulfhydryl, and increased ROS, MDA, 8-OHdG, and carbonyl in a dose-dependent manner. Injury-related pathological and ultrastructure changes in the striatum of mice were significantly present. In conclusion, excessive exposure to Mn disrupts GSH synthesis through inhibition of EAAC1 and xCT to trigger oxidative damage in the striatum.
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Willis A, Pratt JA, Morris BJ. Distortion of protein analysis in primary neuronal cultures by serum albumin from culture medium: A methodological approach to improve target protein quantification. J Neurosci Methods 2018; 308:1-5. [PMID: 30033387 DOI: 10.1016/j.jneumeth.2018.07.002] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/16/2018] [Revised: 06/25/2018] [Accepted: 07/02/2018] [Indexed: 11/16/2022]
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BACKGROUND Primary neuronal cultures underpin diverse neuroscience experiments, including various protein analysis techniques, such as Western blotting, whereby protein extraction from cultured neurons is required. During immunoblotting experiments, we encountered problems due to a highly-abundant protein of 65-70 KDa present in the cell extracts, that interfered with total protein estimation, and immunodetection of target proteins of similar size. Previous research has suggested that serum proteins, specifically albumin, contained within commonly-used culture media, can bind to, or be adsorbed by, generic cell culture plasticware. This residual albumin may then be extracted along with cell proteins. NEW METHOD We made simple modifications to wash steps of traditional cell lysis/extraction protocols. RESULTS We report that a substantial amount of albumin, accumulated from the standard culture media, is extracted from primary neuronal cultures along with the cellular contents. This contamination can be reduced, without changing the culture conditions, by modifying wash procedures. COMPARISON WITH EXISTING METHODS Accumulated albumin from neuronal culture media, in amounts equivalent to cellular contents, can distort data from total protein assays and from the immunoreactive signal from nearby bands on Western blots. By altering wash protocols during protein extraction, these problems can be ameliorated. CONCLUSIONS We suggest that the standard extended culture periods for primary neuronal cultures, coupled with the requirement for successive medium changes, may leave them particularly susceptible to cumulative albumin contamination from the culture media used. Finally, we propose the implementation of simple alterations to wash steps in protein extraction protocols which can ameliorate this interference.
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- Ashleigh Willis
- Institute of Neuroscience and Psychology, College of Medical, Veterinary and Life Sciences, University of Glasgow, West Medical Building, Glasgow, G12 8QQ, UK.
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- Strathclyde Institute of Pharmacy and Biomedical Sciences, University of Strathclyde, Glasgow, G4 0RE, UK.
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- Institute of Neuroscience and Psychology, College of Medical, Veterinary and Life Sciences, University of Glasgow, West Medical Building, Glasgow, G12 8QQ, UK.
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Quantitative Secretomics Reveals Extrinsic Signals Involved in Human Pluripotent Stem Cell Cardiomyogenesis. Proteomics 2018; 18:e1800102. [DOI: 10.1002/pmic.201800102] [Citation(s) in RCA: 12] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/08/2018] [Revised: 05/17/2018] [Indexed: 12/22/2022]
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Teng X, Liu YY, Teng W, Brent GA. COUP-TF1 Modulates Thyroid Hormone Action in an Embryonic Stem-Cell Model of Cortical Pyramidal Neuronal Differentiation. Thyroid 2018; 28:667-678. [PMID: 29205104 PMCID: PMC5952340 DOI: 10.1089/thy.2017.0256] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/25/2022]
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BACKGROUND Thyroid hormone is critical for normal brain development and acts in a spatial and temporal specific pattern. Thyroid hormone excess, or deficiency, can lead to irreversible impairment of brain and sensory development. Chicken ovalbumin upstream-transcription factor 1 (COUP-TF1), expressed early in neuronal development, is essential to achieve normal brain structure. Thyroid hormone stimulation of gene expression is inversely correlated with the level of COUP-TF1 expression. METHODS An in vitro method of differentiating mouse embryonic stem (mES) cells into cortical neurons was utilized to study the influence of COUP-TF1 on thyroid hormone signaling in brain development. mES cells were cultured and differentiated in specific conditioned media, and a high percentage of nestin-positive progenitor neurons in the first stage, and cortical neurons in the second stage, was obtained with characteristic neuronal firing. RESULTS The number of nestin-positive progenitors, as determined by fluorescence-activated cell sorting analysis, was significantly greater with triiodothyronine (T3) treatment compared to control (p < 0.05). T3 enhanced the expression of cortical neuron marker (Tbr1 and Rc3) mRNAs. After COUP-TF1 knockdown, the number of nestin-positive progenitors was reduced compared to control (p < 0.05), but the number increased with T3 treatment. The mRNA of cortical neuronal gene markers was measured after COUP-TF1 knockdown. In the presence of T3, the peak expression of neuron markers Emx1, Tbr1, Camkiv, and Rc3 mRNA was earlier, at day 18 of differentiation, compared to control cells, at day 22. Furthermore, after COUP-TF1 knockdown, T3 induction of Rc3 and Tbr1 mRNA was significantly enhanced compared to cells expressing COUP-TF1. CONCLUSION These results indicate that COUP-TF1 plays an important role in modulating the timing and magnitude of T3-stimulated gene expression required for normal corticogenesis.
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- Xiaochun Teng
- Molecular Endocrinology Laboratory, VA Greater Los Angeles Healthcare System, Departments of Medicine and Physiology, David Geffen School of Medicine at UCLA, Los Angeles, California
- Department of Endocrinology and Metabolism, Institute of Endocrinology, Liaoning Provincial Key Laboratory of Endocrine Diseases, The First Affiliated Hospital of China Medical University, Shenyang, P. R. China
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- Molecular Endocrinology Laboratory, VA Greater Los Angeles Healthcare System, Departments of Medicine and Physiology, David Geffen School of Medicine at UCLA, Los Angeles, California
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- Department of Endocrinology and Metabolism, Institute of Endocrinology, Liaoning Provincial Key Laboratory of Endocrine Diseases, The First Affiliated Hospital of China Medical University, Shenyang, P. R. China
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- Molecular Endocrinology Laboratory, VA Greater Los Angeles Healthcare System, Departments of Medicine and Physiology, David Geffen School of Medicine at UCLA, Los Angeles, California
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Rueli RHLH, Torres DJ, Dewing AST, Kiyohara AC, Barayuga SM, Bellinger MT, Uyehara-Lock JH, White LR, Moreira PI, Berry MJ, Perry G, Bellinger FP. Selenoprotein S Reduces Endoplasmic Reticulum Stress-Induced Phosphorylation of Tau: Potential Role in Selenate Mitigation of Tau Pathology. J Alzheimers Dis 2018; 55:749-762. [PMID: 27802219 DOI: 10.3233/jad-151208] [Citation(s) in RCA: 28] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/15/2022]
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Previous studies demonstrated that selenium in the form of sodium selenate reduces neurofibrillary tangle formation in Alzheimer's disease models. Hyperphosphorylation of tau, which leads to formation of neurofibrillary tangles in Alzheimer's disease, is increased by endoplasmic reticulum (ER) stress. Selenoprotein S (SelS) is part of an ER membrane complex that removes misfolded proteins from the ER as a means to reduce ER stress. Selenate, as with other forms of selenium, will increase selenoprotein expression. We therefore proposed that increased SelS expression by selenate would contribute to the beneficial actions of selenate in Alzheimer's disease. SelS expression increased with ER stress and decreased under conditions of elevated glucose concentrations in the SH-SY5Y neuronal cell line. Reducing expression of SelS with siRNA promoted cell death in response to ER stress. Selenate increased SelS expression, which significantly correlated with decreased tau phosphorylation. Restricting SelS expression during ER stress conditions increased tau phosphorylation, and also promoted aggregation of phosphorylated tau in neurites and soma. In human postmortem brain, SelS expression coincided with neurofibrillary tangles, but not with amyloid-β plaques. These results indicate that selenate can alter phosphorylation of tau by increasing expression of SelS in Alzheimer's disease and potentially other neurodegenerative disorders.
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- Rachel H L H Rueli
- Department of Cell and Molecular Biology, John A. Burns School of Medicine, University of Hawai'i at Manoa, Honolulu, HI, USA
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- Department of Cell and Molecular Biology, John A. Burns School of Medicine, University of Hawai'i at Manoa, Honolulu, HI, USA
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- Department of Cell and Molecular Biology, John A. Burns School of Medicine, University of Hawai'i at Manoa, Honolulu, HI, USA
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- Department of Cell and Molecular Biology, John A. Burns School of Medicine, University of Hawai'i at Manoa, Honolulu, HI, USA
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- Department of Cell and Molecular Biology, John A. Burns School of Medicine, University of Hawai'i at Manoa, Honolulu, HI, USA
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- Department of Cell and Molecular Biology, John A. Burns School of Medicine, University of Hawai'i at Manoa, Honolulu, HI, USA
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- Department of Pathology, John A. Burns School of Medicine, University of Hawai'i at Manoa, Honolulu, HI, USA
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- Pacific Health Research and Education Institute, Honolulu, HI, USA
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- Center for Neuroscience and Cell Biology, University of Coimbra, Coimbra and Faculty of Medicine, University of Coimbra, Coimbra, Portugal
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- Department of Cell and Molecular Biology, John A. Burns School of Medicine, University of Hawai'i at Manoa, Honolulu, HI, USA
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- UTSA Neurosciences Institute and Department of Biology, University of Texas at San Antonio, San Antonio, TX, USA
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- Department of Cell and Molecular Biology, John A. Burns School of Medicine, University of Hawai'i at Manoa, Honolulu, HI, USA
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Li K, Yu W, Cao R, Zhu Z, Zhao G. Microglia-mediated BAFF–BAFFR ligation promotes neuronal survival in brain ischemia injury. Neuroscience 2017; 363:87-96. [DOI: 10.1016/j.neuroscience.2017.09.007] [Citation(s) in RCA: 10] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/12/2017] [Revised: 08/29/2017] [Accepted: 09/05/2017] [Indexed: 12/31/2022]
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Sünwoldt J, Bosche B, Meisel A, Mergenthaler P. Neuronal Culture Microenvironments Determine Preferences in Bioenergetic Pathway Use. Front Mol Neurosci 2017; 10:305. [PMID: 29085280 PMCID: PMC5649214 DOI: 10.3389/fnmol.2017.00305] [Citation(s) in RCA: 20] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.9] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/30/2017] [Accepted: 09/11/2017] [Indexed: 12/27/2022] Open
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In the brain, metabolic supply and demand is directly coupled to neuronal activation. Methods for culturing primary rodent brain cells have come of age and are geared toward sophisticated modeling of human brain physiology and pathology. However, the impact of the culture microenvironment on neuronal function is rarely considered. Therefore, we investigated the role of different neuronal culture supplements for neuronal survival and metabolic activity in a model of metabolic deprivation of neurons using oxygen deprivation, glucose deprivation, as well as live cell metabolic flux analysis. We demonstrate the impact of neuronal culture conditions on metabolic function and neuronal survival under conditions of metabolic stress. In particular, we find that the common neuronal cell culture supplement B27 protects neurons from cell death under hypoxic conditions and inhibits glycolysis. Furthermore, we present data that B27 as well as the alternative neuronal culture supplement N2 restrict neuronal glucose metabolism. On the contrary, we find that the more modern supplement GS21 promotes neuronal energy metabolism. Our data support the notion that careful control of the metabolic environment is an essential component in modeling brain function and the cellular and molecular pathophysiology of brain disease in culture.
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- Juliane Sünwoldt
- Charité - Universitätsmedizin Berlin, Department of Experimental Neurology, Berlin, Germany
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- Division of Neurosurgery, Keenan Research Centre for Biomedical Science and the Li Ka Shing Knowledge Institute, St. Michael's Hospital, University of Toronto, Toronto, ON, Canada.,Department of Neurology, University Hospital of Essen, University of Duisburg-Essen, Essen, Germany.,Institute of Neurophysiology, Medical Faculty, University of Cologne, Cologne, Germany.,Department of Neurocritical Care, First Stage Rehabilitation and Weaning, MediClin Klinik Reichshof, Eckenhagen, Germany
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- Charité - Universitätsmedizin Berlin, Department of Experimental Neurology, Berlin, Germany.,Charité - Universitätsmedizin Berlin, Department of Neurology, Berlin, Germany.,Charité - Universitätsmedizin Berlin, Center for Stroke Research Berlin, Berlin, Germany.,Charité - Universitätsmedizin Berlin, NeuroCure Clinical Research Center, Berlin, Germany
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- Charité - Universitätsmedizin Berlin, Department of Experimental Neurology, Berlin, Germany.,Charité - Universitätsmedizin Berlin, Department of Neurology, Berlin, Germany.,Charité - Universitätsmedizin Berlin, Center for Stroke Research Berlin, Berlin, Germany.,Charité - Universitätsmedizin Berlin, NeuroCure Clinical Research Center, Berlin, Germany.,Berlin Institute of Health (BIH), Berlin, Germany
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Wang S, Wang X, Boone J, Wie J, Yip KP, Zhang J, Wang L, Liu R. Application of Hanging Drop Technique for Kidney Tissue Culture. Kidney Blood Press Res 2017; 42:220-231. [PMID: 28478441 PMCID: PMC6050513 DOI: 10.1159/000476018] [Citation(s) in RCA: 13] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.9] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/23/2016] [Accepted: 02/07/2017] [Indexed: 12/13/2022] Open
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Background/Aims The hanging drop technique is a well-established method used in culture of animal tissues. However, this method has not been used in adult kidney tissue culture yet. This study was to explore the feasibility of using this technique for culturing adult kidney cortex to study the time course of RNA viability in the tubules and vasculature, as well as the tissue structural integrity. Methods In each Petri dish with the plate covered with sterile buffer, a section of mouse renal cortex was cultured within a drop of DMEM culture medium on the inner surface of the lip facing downward. The tissue were then harvested at each specific time points for Real-time PCR analysis and histological studies. Results The results showed that the mRNA level of most Na+ related transporters and cotransporters were stably maintained within 6 hours in culture, and that the mRNA level of most receptors found in the vasculature and glomeruli were stably maintained for up to 9 days in culture. Paraffin sections of the cultured renal cortex indicated that the tubules began to lose tubular integrity after 6 hours, but the glomeruli and vasculatures were still recognizable up to 9 days in culture. Conclusions We concluded that adult kidney tissue culture by hanging drop method can be used to study gene expressions in vasculature and glomeruli.
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- Shaohui Wang
- Department of Molecular Pharmacology & Physiology, University of South Florida Morsani College of Medicine, Tampa, Florida, USA
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- Present Address: Shandong Medical Imaging Research Institute, Shandong provincial key laboratory of diagnosis and treatment of cardio-cerebral vascular disease, Shandong University, Jinan, China
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- Department of Molecular Pharmacology & Physiology, University of South Florida Morsani College of Medicine, Tampa, Florida, USA
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- Department of Molecular Pharmacology & Physiology, University of South Florida Morsani College of Medicine, Tampa, Florida, USA
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- Department of Molecular Pharmacology & Physiology, University of South Florida Morsani College of Medicine, Tampa, Florida, USA
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- Department of Molecular Pharmacology & Physiology, University of South Florida Morsani College of Medicine, Tampa, Florida, USA
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- Department of Molecular Pharmacology & Physiology, University of South Florida Morsani College of Medicine, Tampa, Florida, USA
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- Department of Molecular Pharmacology & Physiology, University of South Florida Morsani College of Medicine, Tampa, Florida, USA
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Pozzi D, Ban J, Iseppon F, Torre V. An improved method for growing neurons: Comparison with standard protocols. J Neurosci Methods 2017; 280:1-10. [PMID: 28137433 DOI: 10.1016/j.jneumeth.2017.01.013] [Citation(s) in RCA: 13] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.9] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/30/2016] [Revised: 01/17/2017] [Accepted: 01/22/2017] [Indexed: 01/22/2023]
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BACKGROUND Since different culturing parameters - such as media composition or cell density - lead to different experimental results, it is important to define the protocol used for neuronal cultures. The vital role of astrocytes in maintaining homeostasis of neurons - both in vivo and in vitro - is well established: the majority of improved culturing conditions for primary dissociated neuronal cultures rely on astrocytes. NEW METHOD Our culturing protocol is based on a novel serum-free preparation of astrocyte - conditioned medium (ACM). We compared the proposed ACM culturing method with other two commonly used methods Neurobasal/B27- and FBS- based media. We performed morphometric characterization by immunocytochemistry and functional analysis by calcium imaging for all three culture methods at 1, 7, 14 and 60days in vitro (DIV). RESULTS ACM-based cultures gave the best results for all tested criteria, i.e. growth cone's size and shape, neuronal outgrowth and branching, network activity and synchronization, maturation and long-term survival. The differences were more pronounced when compared with FBS-based medium. Neurobasal/B27 cultures were comparable to ACM for young cultures (DIV1), but not for culturing times longer than DIV7. COMPARISON WITH EXISTING METHOD(S) ACM-based cultures showed more robust neuronal outgrowth at DIV1. At DIV7 and 60, the activity of neuronal network grown in ACM had a more vigorous spontaneous electrical activity and a higher degree of synchronization. CONCLUSIONS We propose our ACM-based culture protocol as an improved and more suitable method for both short- and long-term neuronal cultures.
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- Diletta Pozzi
- Neurobiology Sector, International School for Advanced Studies (SISSA), via Bonomea 265, 34136 Trieste, Italy
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- Neurobiology Sector, International School for Advanced Studies (SISSA), via Bonomea 265, 34136 Trieste, Italy; Department of Biotechnology, University of Rijeka, Radmile Matejčić 2, 51000 Rijeka, Croatia
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- Neurobiology Sector, International School for Advanced Studies (SISSA), via Bonomea 265, 34136 Trieste, Italy
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- Neurobiology Sector, International School for Advanced Studies (SISSA), via Bonomea 265, 34136 Trieste, Italy.
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Memantine, a Low-Affinity NMDA Receptor Antagonist, Protects against Methylmercury-Induced Cytotoxicity of Rat Primary Cultured Cortical Neurons, Involvement of Ca2+ Dyshomeostasis Antagonism, and Indirect Antioxidation Effects. Mol Neurobiol 2016; 54:5034-5050. [DOI: 10.1007/s12035-016-0020-2] [Citation(s) in RCA: 15] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.9] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/09/2016] [Accepted: 08/01/2016] [Indexed: 01/20/2023]
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Salivary gland bioengineering requires understanding the interaction between salivary epithelium and surrounding tissues. An important component of salivary glands is the presence of neurons. No previous studies have investigated how neurons and salivary epithelial cells interact in an in vitro co-culture model. In this study, we describe the self-organization of neurons around salivary epithelial cells in co-culture, in a similar fashion to what occurs in native tissue. We cultured primary mouse cortical neurons (m-CN) with a salivary epithelial cell line (Par-C10) on growth factor-reduced Matrigel (GFR-MG) for 4 days. After this time, co-cultures were compared with native salivary glands using confocal microscopy. Our findings indicate that m-CN were able to self-organize basolaterally to salivary epithelial cell clusters in a similar manner to what occurs in native tissue. These results indicate that this model can be developed as a potential platform for studying neuron-salivary epithelial cell interactions for bioengineering purposes.
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- Salah Sommakia
- School of Dentistry, the University of Utah, Salt Lake City, UT, USA
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- School of Dentistry, the University of Utah, Salt Lake City, UT, USA
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Yang T, Xu Z, Liu W, Xu B, Deng Y. Protective effects of Alpha-lipoic acid on MeHg-induced oxidative damage and intracellular Ca2+dyshomeostasis in primary cultured neurons. Free Radic Res 2016; 50:542-56. [DOI: 10.3109/10715762.2016.1152362] [Citation(s) in RCA: 17] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/13/2022]
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Chen H, Sun Y, Lai L, Wu H, Xiao Y, Ming B, Gao M, Zou H, Xiong P, Xu Y, Tan Z, Gong F, Zheng F. Interleukin-33 is released in spinal cord and suppresses experimental autoimmune encephalomyelitis in mice. Neuroscience 2015; 308:157-68. [DOI: 10.1016/j.neuroscience.2015.09.019] [Citation(s) in RCA: 38] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/10/2015] [Revised: 09/03/2015] [Accepted: 09/04/2015] [Indexed: 01/01/2023]
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Solovyev ND. Importance of selenium and selenoprotein for brain function: From antioxidant protection to neuronal signalling. J Inorg Biochem 2015; 153:1-12. [PMID: 26398431 DOI: 10.1016/j.jinorgbio.2015.09.003] [Citation(s) in RCA: 172] [Impact Index Per Article: 19.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/16/2015] [Revised: 09/03/2015] [Accepted: 09/09/2015] [Indexed: 12/21/2022]
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Multiple biological functions of selenium manifest themselves mainly via 25 selenoproteins that have selenocysteine at their active centre. Selenium is vital for the brain and seems to participate in the pathology of disorders such as Alzheimer's disease, Parkinson's disease, amyotrophic lateral sclerosis and epilepsy. Since selenium was shown to be involved in diverse functions of the central nervous system, such as motor performance, coordination, memory and cognition, a possible role of selenium and selenoproteins in brain signalling pathways may be assumed. The aim of the present review is to analyse possible relations between selenium and neurotransmission. Selenoproteins seem to be of special importance in the development and functioning of GABAergic (GABA, γ-aminobutyric acid) parvalbumin positive interneurons of the cerebral cortex and hippocampus. Dopamine pathway might be also selenium dependent as selenium shows neuroprotection in the nigrostriatal pathway and also exerts toxicity towards dopaminergic neurons under higher concentrations. Recent findings also point to acetylcholine neurotransmission involvement. The role of selenium and selenoproteins in neurotransmission might not only be limited to their antioxidant properties but also to inflammation, influencing protein phosphorylation and ion channels, alteration of calcium homeostasis and brain cholesterol metabolism. Moreover, a direct signalling function was proposed for selenoprotein P through interaction with post-synaptic apoliprotein E receptors 2 (ApoER2).
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- Nikolay D Solovyev
- Institute of Chemistry, St. Petersburg State University, St. Petersburg 198504, Russian Federation.
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Wirth EK, Bharathi BS, Hatfield D, Conrad M, Brielmeier M, Schweizer U. Cerebellar hypoplasia in mice lacking selenoprotein biosynthesis in neurons. Biol Trace Elem Res 2014; 158:203-10. [PMID: 24599700 PMCID: PMC3984410 DOI: 10.1007/s12011-014-9920-z] [Citation(s) in RCA: 63] [Impact Index Per Article: 6.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/20/2014] [Accepted: 02/10/2014] [Indexed: 11/27/2022]
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Selenium exerts many, if not most, of its physiological functions as a selenocysteine moiety in proteins. Selenoproteins are involved in many biochemical processes including regulation of cellular redox state, calcium homeostasis, protein biosynthesis, and degradation. A neurodevelopmental syndrome called progressive cerebello-cortical atrophy (PCCA) is caused by mutations in the selenocysteine synthase gene, SEPSECS, demonstrating that selenoproteins are essential for human brain development. While we have shown that selenoproteins are required for correct hippocampal and cortical interneuron development, little is known about the functions of selenoproteins in the cerebellum. Therefore, we have abrogated neuronal selenoprotein biosynthesis by conditional deletion of the gene encoding selenocysteyl tRNA([Ser]Sec) (gene symbol Trsp). Enzymatic activity of cellular glutathione peroxidase and cytosolic thioredoxin reductase is reduced in cerebellar extracts from Trsp-mutant mice. These mice grow slowly and fail to gain postural control or to coordinate their movements. Histological analysis reveals marked cerebellar hypoplasia, associated with Purkinje cell death and decreased granule cell proliferation. Purkinje cell death occurs along parasagittal stripes as observed in other models of Purkinje cell loss. Neuron-specific inactivation of glutathione peroxidase 4 (Gpx4) used the same Cre driver phenocopies tRNA([Ser]Sec) mutants in several aspects: cerebellar hypoplasia, stripe-like Purkinje cell loss, and reduced granule cell proliferation. Parvalbumin-expressing GABAergic interneurons (stellate and/or basket cells) are virtually absent in tRNA([Ser]Sec)-mutant mice, while some remained in Gpx4-mutant mice. Our data show that selenoproteins are specifically required in postmitotic neurons of the developing cerebellum, thus providing a rational explanation for cerebellar hypoplasia as occurring in PCCA patients.
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- Eva K. Wirth
- Institut für Experimentelle Endokrinologie, Charité-Universitätsmedizin Berlin, Augustenburger Platz 1, 13353 Berlin, Germany
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- Institut für Experimentelle Endokrinologie, Charité-Universitätsmedizin Berlin, Augustenburger Platz 1, 13353 Berlin, Germany
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- Molecular Biology of Selenium, Mouse Cancer Genetics Program, Center for Cancer Research, National Institutes of Health, Bethesda, MD 20892 USA
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- Helmholtz Zentrum München, Institute of Developmental Genetics, Ingolstädter Landstr. 1, 85764 Neuherberg, Munich Germany
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- Abteilung für Vergleichende Medizin, Helmholtz Zentrum München, Ingolstädter Landstrasse 1, 85764 Neuherberg, Germany
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- Institut für Experimentelle Endokrinologie, Charité-Universitätsmedizin Berlin, Augustenburger Platz 1, 13353 Berlin, Germany
- Institut für Biochemie und Molekularbiologie, Rheinische Friedrich-Wilhelms-Universität Bonn, Nussallee 11, 53115 Bonn, Germany
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Barayuga SM, Pang X, Andres MA, Panee J, Bellinger FP. Methamphetamine decreases levels of glutathione peroxidases 1 and 4 in SH-SY5Y neuronal cells: protective effects of selenium. Neurotoxicology 2013; 37:240-6. [PMID: 23721877 PMCID: PMC3717519 DOI: 10.1016/j.neuro.2013.05.009] [Citation(s) in RCA: 35] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/27/2012] [Revised: 04/23/2013] [Accepted: 05/06/2013] [Indexed: 12/14/2022]
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Methamphetamine interferes with dopamine reuptake, and the resulting increased dopamine oxidation that creates oxidative stress can lead to degeneration of dopaminergic terminals. Previous studies have shown that the trace element selenium protects against methamphetamine toxicity. However, the specific selenoproteins responsible for protection have not been elucidated. Glutathione peroxidases 1 and 4 (GPx1 and GPx4) incorporate selenium into the amino acid selenocysteine, and their known antioxidant functions make them good candidates for protection from methamphetamine-induced oxidative damage. We differentiated SH-SY5Y neuronal cells in serum-free media with defined supplement containing 0, 10 and 100 nM selenium, and then challenged the cells with a 24-h exposure to methamphetamine. We found that 100 μM methamphetamine decreased GPx1 and GPx4 protein levels. However, both proteins were upregulated with increasing media selenium concentration. GPx enzymatic activity was also increased by selenium and decreased by methamphetamine and correlated with GPx protein levels. Total glutathione levels were reduced by methamphetamine at lower selenium conditions, while the oxidized fraction of GSH was increased at higher selenium levels. Additionally, we observed an increased generation of reactive oxygen species with methamphetamine exposure in media with 0 nM selenium, which was ameliorated by selenium supplementation. These results show that methamphetamine increases oxidative stress by reducing GPx levels, and this can be reversed with addition of selenium. These findings have important implications for treating patients with acute methamphetamine toxicity.
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- Stephanie M Barayuga
- Department of Cell and Molecular Biology, John A. Burns School of Medicine, University of Hawaii at Manoa, 651 Ilalo Street, Honolulu, HI 96813, USA
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Millet LJ, Gillette MU. New perspectives on neuronal development via microfluidic environments. Trends Neurosci 2012; 35:752-61. [PMID: 23031246 DOI: 10.1016/j.tins.2012.09.001] [Citation(s) in RCA: 92] [Impact Index Per Article: 7.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/03/2011] [Revised: 08/18/2012] [Accepted: 09/06/2012] [Indexed: 11/28/2022]
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Understanding the signals that guide neuronal development and direct formation of axons, dendrites, and synapses during wiring of the brain is a fundamental challenge in developmental neuroscience. Discovery of how local signals shape developing neurons has been impeded by the inability of conventional culture methods to interrogate microenvironments of complex neuronal cytoarchitectures, where different subdomains encounter distinct chemical, physical, and fluidic features. Microfabrication techniques are facilitating the creation of microenvironments tailored to neuronal structures and subdomains with unprecedented access and control. The design, fabrication, and properties of microfluidic devices offer significant advantages for addressing unresolved issues of neuronal development. These high-resolution approaches are poised to contribute new insights into mechanisms for restoring neuronal function and connectivity compromised by injury, stress, and neurodegeneration.
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- Larry J Millet
- Department of Cell and Developmental Biology, University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, Urbana, IL 61801, USA
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Yan J, Tian J, Zheng Y, Han Y, Lu S. Selenium promotes proliferation of chondrogenic cell ATDC5 by increment of intracellular ATP content under serum deprivation. Cell Biochem Funct 2012; 30:657-63. [PMID: 22641559 DOI: 10.1002/cbf.2845] [Citation(s) in RCA: 14] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/10/2012] [Revised: 04/17/2012] [Accepted: 05/10/2012] [Indexed: 01/30/2023]
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Selenium (Se) is an essential micronutrient, and low Se intake in Se-deficient areas plays roles in an endemic osteochondropathy characterized by chondronecrosis in growth plate and articular cartilage. However, the biological activities of Se on cartilage are largely unknown. In this study, we examined the effects of Se on chondrogenic cell ATDC5 and the possible mechanisms involved. We demonstrated that Se stimulated ATDC5 cell proliferation under serum deprivation but not routine culture. Furthermore, Se promoted G1-phase cell cycle progression along with induction of cyclin D1 expression at the mRNA and protein level. Moreover, Se increased intracellular ATP content and decreased intracellular superoxide anion concentration without affecting intracellular redox status as estimated by ratio of the reduced and oxidized glutathione. In addition, suppression of intracellular ATP synthesis by glycolysis inhibitor or mitochondrial uncoupler both abrogated Se-mediated cyclin D1 induction. These findings suggest Se stimulates proliferation of chondrogenic cell ATDC5 through acceleration of cell cycle progression accompanied with cyclin D1 induction by enhancement of intracellular ATP content. This novel finding provides evidence for a role of Se in cartilage formation and degenerative processes and further supports the relationship between Se status and cartilage function that may lead to better utilization of Se for cartilage homeostasis.
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- Jidong Yan
- Department of Genetics and Molecular Biology, Xi'an Jiaotong University School of Medicine, Xi'an, Shaanxi, China
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Berr C, Arnaud J, Akbaraly TN. Selenium and cognitive impairment: a brief-review based on results from the EVA study. Biofactors 2012; 38:139-44. [PMID: 22419540 DOI: 10.1002/biof.1003] [Citation(s) in RCA: 49] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/04/2012] [Accepted: 01/10/2012] [Indexed: 11/09/2022]
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Preventing cognitive impairment and dementia in the elderly is a major public health challenge for our century and all hypotheses should be explored. Selenium (Se) is one of the factors that may affect the risk of cognitive decline. Its importance in the health and aging process has been documented. Because of the potential of selenoproteins to protect against oxidative stress, Se raises significant expectations for the prevention of chronic diseases including cancer, cardiovascular disease, and type 2 diabetes conditions commonly associated with oxidative stress. Thus, the relationships between Se and cognitive impairment or dementia can be examined through vascular risk factors for dementia, with particular interest in diabetes and dyslipidemia. In addition, in cases of Se deficiency, the brain is the organ that remains Se replete the longest suggesting that Se plays an important role in brain functions. This article presents results obtained in the frame of a longitudinal study on Se and cognitive impairment. They are consistent with the hypothesis that low Se status is a risk factor for cognitive decline even after taking into account vascular risk factors. The concomitant evolution between plasma Se decrease over a 9-year period and cognitive decline suggested that optimal Se status is potentially important to maintain neuropsychological functions in aging people. However, as our understanding of Se biology is incomplete, epidemiological studies are needed to define the groups of population that could benefit from Se supplementation.
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Millet LJ, Collens MB, Perry GLW, Bashir R. Pattern analysis and spatial distribution of neurons in culture. Integr Biol (Camb) 2011; 3:1167-78. [PMID: 22057472 DOI: 10.1039/c1ib00054c] [Citation(s) in RCA: 21] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/21/2022]
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The nervous system is a complex, highly-ordered, integrated network of cells. Dispersed cultures of neurons enable investigations into intrinsic cellular functions without the complexities inherent in the intact nervous system. This culture process generates a homogeneously dispersed population that is assumed to be spatially random. Despite the vast number of studies utilizing dispersed neurons, few studies address the spatial distribution of large populations of neurons, in vitro. We used ink-jet printing and surface chemistry to define patterned areas of poly-lysine adhesion (∼50 μm spots) juxtaposed against a fluorinated-silane background. We quantitatively analysed populations of patterned neurons on printed protein spots, and unpatterned neurons. Using a microarray scanner, we acquired large images (72 mm × 22 mm) of patterns, and neurons with and without patterns. Fast Fourier transformation (FFT) image analysis was used to determine global alignment of neurons to patterns. Through point pattern analysis, we described the spatial organization of dispersed neurons with, or without, patterned substrates. Patterned neurons show spatial organization characteristics reminiscent of printed patterns, with spatial distributions representative of unpatterned neurons. Most notably, both patterned and unpatterned neurons show departure from null models of complete spatial randomness (CSR; a homogeneous Poisson process) at shorter distances with conformity to CSR occurring at longer distances. Cellular morphometrics show that when compared to their unpatterned counterparts, spot-patterned neurons exhibit a significant increase (p < 0.0001) in the mean dendritic circularity and an increase in the number of more circular neurons. Through neurite tracing, we show that dendritic processes are also highly confined to patterned areas, and that they are on average 58% shorter than dendrites of neurons without patterns. Our findings show that patterned areas change the spatial organization of the somata and dendrites of cultured neurons, and that traditional neuronal cultures deviate from CSR.
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- Larry J Millet
- Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering, University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, Urbana, IL 61801, USA
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McHugh PC, Wright JA, Brown DR. Transcriptional regulation of the beta-synuclein 5'-promoter metal response element by metal transcription factor-1. PLoS One 2011; 6:e17354. [PMID: 21386983 PMCID: PMC3046239 DOI: 10.1371/journal.pone.0017354] [Citation(s) in RCA: 15] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/13/2010] [Accepted: 01/29/2011] [Indexed: 12/24/2022] Open
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The progression of many human neurodegenerative disorders is associated with an accumulation of alpha-synuclein. Alpha-synuclein belongs to the homologous synuclein family, which includes beta-synuclein. It has been proposed that beta-synuclein may be a natural regulator of alpha-synuclein. Therefore controlling beta-synuclein expression may control the accumulation of alpha-synuclein and ultimately prevent disease progression. The regulation of synucleins is poorly understood. We investigated the transcriptional regulation of beta-synuclein, with the aim of identifying molecules that differentially control beta-synuclein expression levels. To investigate transcriptional regulation of beta-synuclein, we used reporter gene assays and bioinformatics. We identified a region -1.1/-0.6 kb upstream of the beta-synuclein translational start site to be a key regulatory region of beta-synuclein 5'-promoter activity in human dopaminergic cells (SH-SY5Y). Within this key promoter region we identified a metal response element pertaining to a putative Metal Transcription Factor-1 (MTF-1) binding site. We demonstrated that MTF-1 binds to this 5'-promoter region using EMSA analysis. Moreover, we showed that MTF-1 differentially regulates beta-synuclein promoter binding site, as well as beta-synuclein mRNA and protein expression. This effect of MTF-1 on expression was found to be specific to beta-synuclein when compared to alpha-synuclein. Understanding the regulation of synucleins and how they interact may point to molecular targets that could be manipulated for therapeutic benefit. In this study we showed that MTF-1 differentially controls the expression of beta-synuclein when compared to its homolog alpha-synuclein. This could potentially provide a novel targets or pathways for therapeutic intervention and/or treatment of synucleinopathies.
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- Patrick C. McHugh
- Department of Biology and Biochemistry, University of Bath, Claverton Down, Bath, United Kingdom
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- Department of Biology and Biochemistry, University of Bath, Claverton Down, Bath, United Kingdom
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- Department of Biology and Biochemistry, University of Bath, Claverton Down, Bath, United Kingdom
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