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El Brouzi MY, Lamtai M, Fath N, Rezqaoui A, Zghari O, El Hamzaoui A, Ibouzine-Dine L, El Hessni A, Mesfioui A. Exploring the neuroprotective role of melatonin against nickel-induced neurotoxicity in the left hippocampus. Biometals 2024:10.1007/s10534-024-00618-w. [PMID: 39060834 DOI: 10.1007/s10534-024-00618-w] [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: 01/19/2024] [Accepted: 06/15/2024] [Indexed: 07/28/2024]
Abstract
Previous studies have demonstrated that the hippocampus, a crucial region for memory and cognitive functions, is particularly vulnerable to adverse effects of exposure to heavy metals. Nickel (Ni) is a neurotoxic agent that, primarily induces oxidative stress, a process known to contribute to cellular damage, which consequently affects neurological functions. The antioxidant properties of melatonin are a promising option for preventing the adverse effects of Ni, especially by protecting cells against oxidative stress and related damage. In our investigation of the potential neuroprotective effects of melatonin against Ni-induced neurotoxicity, we chose to administer melatonin through intraperitoneal injection in rats following an intrahippocampal injection of Ni into the left hippocampus. This approach allows us a targeted investigation into the influence of melatonin on the neurotoxic effects of Ni, particularly within the crucial context of the hippocampus. In the present study, we demonstrated that melatonin efficiency reduced lactate dehydrogenase level, and preserved antioxidant enzyme activities in Ni-exposed hippocampal tissue. It also mitigated the decline in superoxide dismutase and catalase activities. On the other hand, melatonin could act directly by reducing reactive oxygen species Ni-induced overproduction. Taking to gather these two potential mechanisms of action could be responsible for the adverse effect of Ni on the behavioral alteration observed in our study. This study provides significant insights into the potential of melatonin to mitigate the detrimental effects of Ni on the brain, particularly into the hippocampal region, suggesting its possible implications for the treatment of neurological disorders related to Ni exposure.
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- Mohamed Yassine El Brouzi
- Laboratory of Biology and Health, Neurosciences, Neuro-Immunology and Behaviour Unit, Faculty of Science, Ibn Tofail University, Kenitra, Morocco.
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- Laboratory of Biology and Health, Neurosciences, Neuro-Immunology and Behaviour Unit, Faculty of Science, Ibn Tofail University, Kenitra, Morocco
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- Compared Anatomy Unit, School of Veterinary Medicine, Hassan II Institute of Agronomy and Veterinary Medicine, Rabat, Morocco
- Physiology and Pathophysiology Laboratory, Department of Biology, Faculty of Sciences, Mohamed V University, Rabat, Morocco
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- Laboratory of Biology and Health, Neurosciences, Neuro-Immunology and Behaviour Unit, Faculty of Science, Ibn Tofail University, Kenitra, Morocco
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- Laboratory of Biology and Health, Neurosciences, Neuro-Immunology and Behaviour Unit, Faculty of Science, Ibn Tofail University, Kenitra, Morocco
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- Laboratory of Biology and Health, Neurosciences, Neuro-Immunology and Behaviour Unit, Faculty of Science, Ibn Tofail University, Kenitra, Morocco
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- Laboratory of Biology and Health, Neurosciences, Neuro-Immunology and Behaviour Unit, Faculty of Science, Ibn Tofail University, Kenitra, Morocco
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- Laboratory of Biology and Health, Neurosciences, Neuro-Immunology and Behaviour Unit, Faculty of Science, Ibn Tofail University, Kenitra, Morocco
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- Laboratory of Biology and Health, Neurosciences, Neuro-Immunology and Behaviour Unit, Faculty of Science, Ibn Tofail University, Kenitra, Morocco
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Anyachor CP, Dooka DB, Orish CN, Amadi CN, Bocca B, Ruggieri F, Senofonte M, Frazzoli C, Orisakwe OE. Mechanistic considerations and biomarkers level in nickel-induced neurodegenerative diseases: An updated systematic review. IBRO Neurosci Rep 2022; 13:136-146. [PMID: 35989698 PMCID: PMC9382260 DOI: 10.1016/j.ibneur.2022.07.005] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/26/2022] [Accepted: 07/30/2022] [Indexed: 10/27/2022] Open
Abstract
The environment has been implicated to be a strong determinant of brain health with higher risk of neurodegeneration. The drastic rise in the prevalence of neurodegenerative diseases (NDDs) including Alzheimer's disease (AD), Parkinson's disease (PD), autism spectrum disorder (ASD), multiple sclerosis (MS) etc., supports the idea that environmental factors may play a major role in NDDs aetiology. Nickel is one of the listed environmental metals reported to pose a serious threat to human health. This paper reported available studies on nickel level in NDDs covering both animal and human studies. Different databases were searched for articles reporting the main neurotoxicity mechanisms and the concentration of nickel in fluids and tissues of NDDs patients compared to controls. Data were extracted and synthesized by ensuring the articles were related to nickel and NDDs. Various mechanisms were reported as oxidative stress, disturbances in mitochondrial membrane potential, trace elements homeostasis destabilization, etc. Nickel was found elevated in biological fluids as blood, serum/plasma and CSF and in the brain of NDDs, as a consequence of unintentional exposure thorough nickel-contaminated air, food, water, and skin contact. In addition, after exposure to nickel, the concentration of markers of lipid peroxidation were increased, while some antioxidant defence systems decreased. Thus, the reduction in the exposure to nickel contaminant may hold a promise in reducing the incidence of NDDs.
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- Chidinma Promise Anyachor
- African Centre of Excellence for Public Health and Toxicological Research (ACE-PUTOR), University of Port Harcourt, PMB, 5323 Port Harcourt, Rivers State, Nigeria
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- African Centre of Excellence for Public Health and Toxicological Research (ACE-PUTOR), University of Port Harcourt, PMB, 5323 Port Harcourt, Rivers State, Nigeria
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- Department of Anatomy, College of Health Sciences University of Port Harcourt, PMB, 5323 Port Harcourt, Rivers State, Nigeria
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- Department of Experimental Pharmacology & Toxicology, Faculty of Pharmacy, University of Port Harcourt, PMB, 5323 Port Harcourt, Rivers State, Nigeria
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- Department of Environment and Health, Istituto Superiore di Sanità, Rome, Italy
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- Department of Environment and Health, Istituto Superiore di Sanità, Rome, Italy
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- Department of Environment and Health, Istituto Superiore di Sanità, Rome, Italy
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- Department for Cardiovascular, Endocrine-Metabolic Diseases, and Aging, Istituto Superiore di Sanità, Rome Viale Regina Elena, 29900161 Roma, Italy
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- African Centre of Excellence for Public Health and Toxicological Research (ACE-PUTOR), University of Port Harcourt, PMB, 5323 Port Harcourt, Rivers State, Nigeria
- Department of Anatomy, College of Health Sciences University of Port Harcourt, PMB, 5323 Port Harcourt, Rivers State, Nigeria
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Yubolphan R, Phuagkhaopong S, Sangpairoj K, Sibmooh N, Power C, Vivithanaporn P. Intracellular nickel accumulation induces apoptosis and cell cycle arrest in human astrocytic cells. Metallomics 2020; 13:6035243. [PMID: 33570137 DOI: 10.1093/mtomcs/mfaa006] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/01/2020] [Revised: 11/23/2020] [Accepted: 12/11/2020] [Indexed: 02/07/2023]
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Nickel, a heavy metal found in electronic wastes and fume from electronic cigarettes, induces neuronal cell death and is associated with neurocognitive impairment. Astrocytes are the first line of defense against nickel after entering the brain; however, the effects of nickel on astrocytes remain unknown. Herein, we investigated the effect of nickel exposure on cell survival and proliferation and the underlying mechanisms in U-87 MG human astrocytoma cells and primary human astrocytes. Intracellular nickel levels were elevated in U-87 MG cells in a dose- and time-dependent manner after exposure to nickel chloride. The median toxic concentrations of nickel in astrocytoma cells and primary human astrocytes were 600.60 and >1000 µM at 48 h post-exposure, respectively. Nickel exposure triggered apoptosis in concomitant with the decreased expression of anti-apoptotic B-cell lymphoma protein (Bcl-2) and increased caspase-3/7 activity. Nickel induced reactive oxygen species formation. Additionally, nickel suppressed astrocyte proliferation in a dose- and time-dependent manner by delaying G2 to M phase transition through the upregulation of cyclin B1 and p27 protein expression. These results indicate that nickel-induced cytotoxicity of astrocytes is mediated by the activation of apoptotic pathway and disruption of cell cycle regulation.
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- Ruedeemars Yubolphan
- Pharmacology Graduate Program, Faculty of Science, Mahidol University, Bangkok, Thailand.,Chakri Naruebodindra Medical Institute, Faculty of Medicine Ramathibodi Hospital, Mahidol University, Samut Prakan, Thailand
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- Pharmacology Graduate Program, Faculty of Science, Mahidol University, Bangkok, Thailand
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- Division of Anatomy, Department of Preclinical Science, Faculty of Medicine, Thammasat University, Pathum Thani, Thailand
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- Chakri Naruebodindra Medical Institute, Faculty of Medicine Ramathibodi Hospital, Mahidol University, Samut Prakan, Thailand
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- Department of Medicine (Neurology), Neuroscience and Mental Health Institute, University of Alberta, Edmonton, Alberta, Canada
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- Pharmacology Graduate Program, Faculty of Science, Mahidol University, Bangkok, Thailand.,Chakri Naruebodindra Medical Institute, Faculty of Medicine Ramathibodi Hospital, Mahidol University, Samut Prakan, Thailand
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Schrenk D, Bignami M, Bodin L, Chipman JK, del Mazo J, Grasl‐Kraupp B, Hogstrand C, Hoogenboom L(R, Leblanc J, Nebbia CS, Ntzani E, Petersen A, Sand S, Schwerdtle T, Vleminckx C, Wallace H, Guérin T, Massanyi P, Van Loveren H, Baert K, Gergelova P, Nielsen E. Update of the risk assessment of nickel in food and drinking water. EFSA J 2020; 18:e06268. [PMID: 33193868 PMCID: PMC7643711 DOI: 10.2903/j.efsa.2020.6268] [Citation(s) in RCA: 51] [Impact Index Per Article: 12.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/11/2022] Open
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The European Commission asked EFSA to update its previous Opinion on nickel in food and drinking water, taking into account new occurrence data, the updated benchmark dose (BMD) Guidance and newly available scientific information. More than 47,000 analytical results on the occurrence of nickel were used for calculating chronic and acute dietary exposure. An increased incidence of post-implantation loss in rats was identified as the critical effect for the risk characterisation of chronic oral exposure and a BMDL 10 of 1.3 mg Ni/kg body weight (bw) per day was selected as the reference point for the establishment of a tolerable daily intake (TDI) of 13 μg/kg bw. Eczematous flare-up reactions in the skin elicited in nickel-sensitised humans, a condition known as systemic contact dermatitis, was identified as the critical effect for the risk characterisation of acute oral exposure. A BMDL could not be derived, and therefore, the lowest-observed-adverse-effect-level of 4.3 μg Ni/kg bw was selected as the reference point. The margin of exposure (MOE) approach was applied and an MOE of 30 or higher was considered as being indicative of a low health concern. The mean lower bound (LB)/upper bound (UB) chronic dietary exposure was below or at the level of the TDI. The 95th percentile LB/UB chronic dietary exposure was below the TDI in adolescents and in all adult age groups, but generally exceeded the TDI in toddlers and in other children, as well as in infants in some surveys. This may raise a health concern in these young age groups. The MOE values for the mean UB acute dietary exposure and for the 95th percentile UB raises a health concern for nickel-sensitised individuals. The MOE values for an acute scenario regarding consumption of a glass of water on an empty stomach do not raise a health concern.
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Dukes MP, Rowe RK, Harvey T, Rangel W, Pedigo S. Nickel reduces calcium dependent dimerization in neural cadherin. Metallomics 2020; 11:475-482. [PMID: 30624456 DOI: 10.1039/c8mt00349a] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/18/2022]
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Cadherins are the transmembrane component in adherens junctions, structures that link the actin cytoskeletons in adjacent cells within solid tissues including neurological synapses, epithelium and endothelium. Cell-cell adhesion by cadherins requires the binding of calcium ions to specific sites in the extracellular region. Given the complexity of the cell adhesion microenvironment, we are investigating whether other divalent cations might affect calcium-dependent dimerization of neural (N) cadherin. The studies reported herein characterize the impact of binding physiological magnesium(ii) or neurotoxic nickel(ii) on calcium-dependent N-cadherin function. Physiological levels of magnesium have only a small effect on the calcium-binding affinity and calcium-induced dimerization of N-cadherin. However, a tenfold lower concentration of nickel decreases the apparent calcium-binding affinity and calcium-induced dimerization of N-cadherin. Competitive binding studies indicate that the apparent dissociation constants for nickel and magnesium are 0.2 mM and 2.5 mM, respectively. These Kd values are consistent with concentrations observed for a range of divalent cations in the extracellular space. Results from these studies indicate that calcium-induced dimerization by N-cadherin is attenuated by natural and non-physiological divalent cations in the extracellular microenvironment.
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- M P Dukes
- Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry, University of Mississippi, University, MS 38677, USA.
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Chana M, Lewis JB, Davis R, Elam Y, Hobbs D, Lockwood PE, Wataha JC, Messer RL. Biological effects of Ni(II) on monocytes and macrophages in normal and hyperglycemic environments. J Biomed Mater Res A 2018; 106:2433-2439. [DOI: 10.1002/jbm.a.36437] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/30/2017] [Revised: 03/15/2018] [Accepted: 04/05/2018] [Indexed: 12/14/2022]
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- Monica Chana
- Department of Oral Health and Diagnostic Sciences, Department of General Dentistry, Dental College of Georgia; Augusta University; Augusta Georgia
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- College of Dental Medicine and Graduate College of Biomedical Sciences; Western University of Health Sciences; Pomona California
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- Dental College of Georgia; Augusta University; Augusta Georgia
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- College of Nursing; Augusta University; Augusta Georgia United States
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- Savannah River National Laboratory; Aiken South Carolina
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- Department of Restorative Dentistry, School of Dentistry; University of Washington; Seattle Washington
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- Department of Oral Biology, Dental College of Georgia; Augusta University; Augusta Georgia
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