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Jiang Z, Wang J, Tian M, Zhou L, Kong X, Yan M. Real time precisely tracing the fluctuations of mitochondrial SO 2 in cells during ferroptosis and tissues using a mitochondrial-immobilized ratiometric fluorescent probe. Talanta 2024; 279:126654. [PMID: 39106645 DOI: 10.1016/j.talanta.2024.126654] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/20/2024] [Revised: 07/11/2024] [Accepted: 07/31/2024] [Indexed: 08/09/2024]
Abstract
Mitochondrial sulfur dioxide (SO2) plays important roles in physiological and pathological activities. Unfortunately, it is lack of a reliable tool to precisely visualize the mitochondrial SO2 and elaborate its complicated functions in various cytoactivities. Here we report a mitochondrial-immobilized fluorescent probe PM-Cl consisting of coumarin and benzyl chloride modified benzothiazole, which enables selective visualization of mitochondrial SO2via chemical immobilization. The spectral results demonstrated that probe PM-Cl could respond to SO2 with high selectivity and sensitivity. Co-localization and the fluorescence of cytolysis extraction verified the excellent mitochondrial targeting and anchoring abilities. Due to the chemical immobilization, probe PM-Cl could firmly retain into mitochondria after stimulation of carbonyl cyanide m-chlorophenyl hydrazone (CCCP) and H2O2. Significantly, a series of fluorescence images are indicative of capability for detecting the fluctuations of SO2 in mitochondria during ferroptosis. Furthermore, PM-Cl also could visualize SO2 in myocardium and muscle tissues after the stimulation of CCCP. Taken together, probe PM-Cl is a very potential molecular tool for precisely detecting mitochondrial SO2 to explore its complex functions in physiological and pathological activities.
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- Zekun Jiang
- School of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, University of Jinan, Jinan, Shandong, 250022, PR China
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- School of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, University of Jinan, Jinan, Shandong, 250022, PR China
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- School of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, University of Jinan, Jinan, Shandong, 250022, PR China
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- School of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, University of Jinan, Jinan, Shandong, 250022, PR China
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- School of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, University of Jinan, Jinan, Shandong, 250022, PR China.
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- School of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, University of Jinan, Jinan, Shandong, 250022, PR China.
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Yang C, Ming H, Li B, Liu S, Chen L, Zhang T, Gao Y, He T, Huang C, Du Z. A pH and glutathione-responsive carbon monoxide-driven nano-herb delivery system for enhanced immunotherapy in colorectal cancer. J Control Release 2024; 376:659-677. [PMID: 39442888 DOI: 10.1016/j.jconrel.2024.10.043] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/28/2024] [Revised: 10/17/2024] [Accepted: 10/19/2024] [Indexed: 10/25/2024]
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Dihydroartemisinin (DHA), a compound extracted from the herbal medicine Artemisia annua, has shown promise as a clinical treatment strategy for colorectal cancer. However, its clinical use is hindered by its low water solubility and bioavailability. A pH/glutathione (GSH) dual-responsive nano-herb delivery system (PMDC NPs) has been developed for the targeted delivery of DHA, accompanied by abundant carbon monoxide (CO) release. Due to the passive enhanced permeability and retention (EPR) effect and active targeting mediated by pHCT74 peptide binding to overexpressed α-enolase on colorectal cancer cells, the pHCT74/MOF-5@DHA&CORM-401 nanoparticles (PMDC NPs) exhibited specific targeting capacity against colorectal cancer cells. Once reaching the tumor site, the pH/GSH dual-responsive behavior of metal-organic framework-5 (MOF-5) enabled the rapid release of cargo, including DHA and CORM-401, in the acidic tumor microenvironment. Subsequently, DHA stimulated CORM-401 to release CO, which facilitated ROS-induced ferroptosis and apoptosis, leading to immunogenic cell death (ICD) and a sustained antitumor response through the release of tumor-associated antigens (TAAs) and damage-associated molecular patterns (DAMPs). Overall, PMDC NPs enhanced the bioavailability of DHA and exhibited outstanding therapeutic effectiveness both in vitro and in vivo, indicating their potential as a promising and feasible alternative for synergistic treatment with immunotherapy and gas therapy in the clinical management of colorectal cancer.
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- Chen Yang
- School of Basic Medical Sciences, Chengdu University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Chengdu 611137, China
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- Department of Biotherapy, Institute of Oxidative Stress Medicine, Cancer Center and State Key Laboratory of Biotherapy, West China Hospital, Sichuan University, Chengdu 610041, China
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- Department of Biotherapy, Institute of Oxidative Stress Medicine, Cancer Center and State Key Laboratory of Biotherapy, West China Hospital, Sichuan University, Chengdu 610041, China
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- School of Health Preservation and Rehabilitation, Chengdu University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Chengdu 611137, China
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- School of Basic Medical Sciences, Chengdu University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Chengdu 611137, China
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- Department of Biotherapy, Institute of Oxidative Stress Medicine, Cancer Center and State Key Laboratory of Biotherapy, West China Hospital, Sichuan University, Chengdu 610041, China
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- The First Affiliated Hospital of Ningbo University, Ningbo 315020, China
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- Institute for Cancer Medicine, School of Basic Medical Sciences, Southwest Medical University, Luzhou 646000, China.
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- School of Basic Medical Sciences, Chengdu University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Chengdu 611137, China; Department of Biotherapy, Institute of Oxidative Stress Medicine, Cancer Center and State Key Laboratory of Biotherapy, West China Hospital, Sichuan University, Chengdu 610041, China; Frontiers Medical Center, Tianfu Jincheng Laboratory, Chengdu 610212, China.
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- School of Basic Medical Sciences, Zhejiang Chinese Medical University, Hangzhou 310053, China; Key Laboratory of Blood-Stasis-Toxin Syndrome of Zhejiang Province, Hangzhou 310053, China.
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Zheng H, Chen H, Cai Y, Shen M, Li X, Han Y, Deng X, Cao H, Liu J, Li H, Liu B, Li G, Wang X, Chen H, Hou J, Lin SH, Zong L, Zhang Y. Hydrogen sulfide-mediated persulfidation regulates homocysteine metabolism and enhances ferroptosis in non-small cell lung cancer. Mol Cell 2024; 84:4016-4030.e6. [PMID: 39321805 DOI: 10.1016/j.molcel.2024.08.035] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/15/2023] [Revised: 06/15/2024] [Accepted: 08/30/2024] [Indexed: 09/27/2024]
Abstract
Hydrogen sulfide (H₂S), a metabolite of the transsulfuration pathway, has been implicated in ferroptosis, a unique form of cell death caused by lipid peroxidation. While the exact mechanisms controlling ferroptosis remain unclear, our study reveals that H₂S sensitizes human non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC) cells to this process, particularly when cysteine levels are low. Combining H₂S with cystine depletion significantly enhances the effectiveness of ferroptosis-based cancer therapy. Mechanistically, H₂S persulfidates the 195th cysteine on S-adenosyl homocysteine hydrolase (SAHH), reducing its enzymatic activity. This leads to decreased homocysteine levels, subsequently lowering cysteine and glutathione concentrations under cystine depletion conditions. These changes ultimately increase the vulnerability of NSCLC cells to ferroptosis. Our findings establish H₂S as a key regulator of homocysteine metabolism and a critical factor in determining NSCLC cell susceptibility to ferroptosis. These results highlight the potential of H₂S-based therapies to improve the efficacy of ferroptosis-targeted cancer treatments for NSCLC.
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- Hualei Zheng
- State Key Laboratory of Cellular Stress Biology, Innovation Center for Cell Signaling Network, Engineering Research Centre of Molecular Diagnostics of the Ministry of Education, School of Life Sciences, Xiamen University, Xiamen 361102, Fujian, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Cellular Stress Biology, Innovation Center for Cell Signaling Network, Engineering Research Centre of Molecular Diagnostics of the Ministry of Education, School of Life Sciences, Xiamen University, Xiamen 361102, Fujian, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Cellular Stress Biology, Innovation Center for Cell Signaling Network, Engineering Research Centre of Molecular Diagnostics of the Ministry of Education, School of Life Sciences, Xiamen University, Xiamen 361102, Fujian, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Cellular Stress Biology, Innovation Center for Cell Signaling Network, Engineering Research Centre of Molecular Diagnostics of the Ministry of Education, School of Life Sciences, Xiamen University, Xiamen 361102, Fujian, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Cellular Stress Biology, Innovation Center for Cell Signaling Network, Engineering Research Centre of Molecular Diagnostics of the Ministry of Education, School of Life Sciences, Xiamen University, Xiamen 361102, Fujian, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Cellular Stress Biology, Innovation Center for Cell Signaling Network, Engineering Research Centre of Molecular Diagnostics of the Ministry of Education, School of Life Sciences, Xiamen University, Xiamen 361102, Fujian, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Cellular Stress Biology, Innovation Center for Cell Signaling Network, Engineering Research Centre of Molecular Diagnostics of the Ministry of Education, School of Life Sciences, Xiamen University, Xiamen 361102, Fujian, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Cellular Stress Biology, Innovation Center for Cell Signaling Network, Engineering Research Centre of Molecular Diagnostics of the Ministry of Education, School of Life Sciences, Xiamen University, Xiamen 361102, Fujian, China; School of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Xiamen University, Xiamen 361102, Fujian, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Cellular Stress Biology, Innovation Center for Cell Signaling Network, Engineering Research Centre of Molecular Diagnostics of the Ministry of Education, School of Life Sciences, Xiamen University, Xiamen 361102, Fujian, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Cellular Stress Biology, Innovation Center for Cell Signaling Network, Engineering Research Centre of Molecular Diagnostics of the Ministry of Education, School of Life Sciences, Xiamen University, Xiamen 361102, Fujian, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Cellular Stress Biology, Innovation Center for Cell Signaling Network, Engineering Research Centre of Molecular Diagnostics of the Ministry of Education, School of Life Sciences, Xiamen University, Xiamen 361102, Fujian, China
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- School of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Xiamen University, Xiamen 361102, Fujian, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Cellular Stress Biology, Innovation Center for Cell Signaling Network, Engineering Research Centre of Molecular Diagnostics of the Ministry of Education, School of Life Sciences, Xiamen University, Xiamen 361102, Fujian, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Cellular Stress Biology, Innovation Center for Cell Signaling Network, Engineering Research Centre of Molecular Diagnostics of the Ministry of Education, School of Life Sciences, Xiamen University, Xiamen 361102, Fujian, China
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- Department of Gastrointestinal Surgery, Zhongshan Hospital of Xiamen University, School of Medicine, Xiamen University, Xiamen 361102, Fujian, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Cellular Stress Biology, Innovation Center for Cell Signaling Network, Engineering Research Centre of Molecular Diagnostics of the Ministry of Education, School of Life Sciences, Xiamen University, Xiamen 361102, Fujian, China; National Institute for Data Science in Health and Medicine Engineering, Faculty of Medicine and Life Sciences, Shenzhen Research Institute of Xiamen University, Xiamen University, Xiamen 361102, Fujian, China
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- School of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Xiamen University, Xiamen 361102, Fujian, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Cellular Stress Biology, Innovation Center for Cell Signaling Network, Engineering Research Centre of Molecular Diagnostics of the Ministry of Education, School of Life Sciences, Xiamen University, Xiamen 361102, Fujian, China; National Institute for Data Science in Health and Medicine Engineering, Faculty of Medicine and Life Sciences, Shenzhen Research Institute of Xiamen University, Xiamen University, Xiamen 361102, Fujian, China.
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Mandel RM, Lotlikar PS, Keasler KT, Chen EY, Wilson JJ, Milner PJ. Gas Delivery Relevant to Human Health using Porous Materials. Chemistry 2024; 30:e202402163. [PMID: 38949770 PMCID: PMC11443428 DOI: 10.1002/chem.202402163] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/03/2024] [Revised: 06/28/2024] [Accepted: 07/01/2024] [Indexed: 07/02/2024]
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Gases are essential for various applications relevant to human health, including in medicine, biomedical imaging, and pharmaceutical synthesis. However, gases are significantly more challenging to safely handle than liquids and solids. Herein, we review the use of porous materials, such as metal-organic frameworks (MOFs), zeolites, and silicas, to adsorb medicinally relevant gases and facilitate their handling as solids. Specific topics include the use of MOFs and zeolites to deliver H2S for therapeutic applications, 129Xe for magnetic resonance imaging, O2 for the treatment of cancer and hypoxia, and various gases for use in organic synthesis. This Perspective aims to bring together the organic, inorganic, medicinal, and materials chemistry communities to inspire the design of next-generation porous materials for the storage and delivery of medicinally relevant gases.
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- Ruth M. Mandel
- Department of Chemistry and Chemical Biology, Cornell University, Ithaca, NY, 14853, United States
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- Department of Chemistry and Chemical Biology, Cornell University, Ithaca, NY, 14853, United States
- Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry, University of California, Santa Barbara, Santa Barbara, CA, 93106, United States
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- Department of Chemistry and Chemical Biology, Cornell University, Ithaca, NY, 14853, United States
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- Department of Chemistry and Chemical Biology, Cornell University, Ithaca, NY, 14853, United States
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- Department of Chemistry and Chemical Biology, Cornell University, Ithaca, NY, 14853, United States
- Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry, University of California, Santa Barbara, Santa Barbara, CA, 93106, United States
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- Department of Chemistry and Chemical Biology, Cornell University, Ithaca, NY, 14853, United States
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Liang XY, Wang Y, Zhu YW, Zhang YX, Yuan H, Liu YF, Jin YQ, Gao W, Ren ZG, Ji XY, Wu DD. Role of hydrogen sulfide in dermatological diseases. Nitric Oxide 2024; 150:18-26. [PMID: 38971520 DOI: 10.1016/j.niox.2024.07.001] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/28/2024] [Revised: 06/30/2024] [Accepted: 07/04/2024] [Indexed: 07/08/2024]
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Hydrogen sulfide (H2S), together with carbon monoxide (CO) and nitric oxide (NO), is recognized as a vital gasotransmitter. H2S is biosynthesized by enzymatic pathways in the skin and exerts significant physiological effects on a variety of biological processes, such as apoptosis, modulation of inflammation, cellular proliferation, and regulation of vasodilation. As a major health problem, dermatological diseases affect a large proportion of the population every day. It is urgent to design and develop effective drugs to deal with dermatological diseases. Dermatological diseases can arise from a multitude of etiologies, including neoplastic growth, infectious agents, and inflammatory processes. The abnormal metabolism of H2S is associated with many dermatological diseases, such as melanoma, fibrotic diseases, and psoriasis, suggesting its therapeutic potential in the treatment of these diseases. In addition, therapies based on H2S donors are being developed to treat some of these conditions. In the review, we discuss recent advances in the function of H2S in normal skin, the role of altering H2S metabolism in dermatological diseases, and the therapeutic potential of diverse H2S donors for the treatment of dermatological diseases.
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- Xiao-Yi Liang
- Henan International Joint Laboratory for Nuclear Protein Regulation, School of Basic Medical Sciences, School of Stomatology, Henan University, Kaifeng, Henan, 475004, China
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- Henan International Joint Laboratory for Nuclear Protein Regulation, School of Basic Medical Sciences, School of Stomatology, Henan University, Kaifeng, Henan, 475004, China
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- School of Clinical Medicine, Henan University, Kaifeng, Henan, 475004, China
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- Henan International Joint Laboratory for Nuclear Protein Regulation, School of Basic Medical Sciences, School of Stomatology, Henan University, Kaifeng, Henan, 475004, China
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- Henan International Joint Laboratory for Nuclear Protein Regulation, School of Basic Medical Sciences, School of Stomatology, Henan University, Kaifeng, Henan, 475004, China
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- Henan International Joint Laboratory for Nuclear Protein Regulation, School of Basic Medical Sciences, School of Stomatology, Henan University, Kaifeng, Henan, 475004, China
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- Henan International Joint Laboratory for Nuclear Protein Regulation, School of Basic Medical Sciences, School of Stomatology, Henan University, Kaifeng, Henan, 475004, China
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- Henan International Joint Laboratory for Nuclear Protein Regulation, School of Basic Medical Sciences, School of Stomatology, Henan University, Kaifeng, Henan, 475004, China
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- Henan International Joint Laboratory for Nuclear Protein Regulation, School of Basic Medical Sciences, School of Stomatology, Henan University, Kaifeng, Henan, 475004, China; Kaifeng Key Laboratory of Infectious Diseases and Biosafety, School of Basic Medical Sciences, Henan University, Kaifeng, Henan, 475004, China.
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- Henan International Joint Laboratory for Nuclear Protein Regulation, School of Basic Medical Sciences, School of Stomatology, Henan University, Kaifeng, Henan, 475004, China; Kaifeng Key Laboratory of Infectious Diseases and Biosafety, School of Basic Medical Sciences, Henan University, Kaifeng, Henan, 475004, China; Faculty of Basic Medical Subjects, Shu-Qing Medical College of Zhengzhou, Zhengzhou, Henan 450064, China.
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- Henan International Joint Laboratory for Nuclear Protein Regulation, School of Basic Medical Sciences, School of Stomatology, Henan University, Kaifeng, Henan, 475004, China; Kaifeng Key Laboratory of Infectious Diseases and Biosafety, School of Basic Medical Sciences, Henan University, Kaifeng, Henan, 475004, China; Department of Stomatology, Huaihe Hospital of Henan University, School of Stomatology, Henan University, Kaifeng, Henan, 475004, China.
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Misra R, Bhuyan HJ, Dutta A, Bhabak KP. Recent Developments On Activatable Turn-On Fluorogenic Donors of Hydrogen Sulfide (H 2S). ChemMedChem 2024; 19:e202400251. [PMID: 38746978 DOI: 10.1002/cmdc.202400251] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/08/2024] [Revised: 05/14/2024] [Indexed: 06/28/2024]
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Hydrogen sulfide (H2S) is considered the third member of the gasotransmitter family, along with nitric oxide (NO) and carbon monoxide (CO). Besides its role in physiological and pathophysiological conditions, the promising therapeutic potential of this small-molecule makes it advantageous for various pharmaceutical applications. The endogenous production of H2S at a lower concentration is crucial in maintaining redox balance and cellular homeostasis, and the dysregulation leads to various disease states. In the event of H2S deficiency, the exogenous donation of H2S could help maintain the optimal cellular concentration of H2S and cellular homeostasis. Over the last several years, researchers have developed numerous small-molecule non-fluorogenic organosulfur compounds as H2S donors and investigated their pharmacological potentials. However, reports on stimuli-responsive turn-on fluorogenic donors of H2S have appeared recently. Interestingly, the fluorogenic H2S donors offer additional advantages with the non-invasive real-time monitoring of the H2S release utilizing the simultaneous turn-on fluorogenic processes. The review summarizes the recent developments in turn-on fluorogenic donors of H2S and the potential biological applications that have developed over the years.
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- Roopjyoti Misra
- Department of Chemistry, Indian Institute of Technology Guwahati, Guwahati, 781039, Assam, India
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- Department of Chemistry, Indian Institute of Technology Guwahati, Guwahati, 781039, Assam, India
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- Department of Chemistry, Indian Institute of Technology Guwahati, Guwahati, 781039, Assam, India
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- Department of Chemistry, Indian Institute of Technology Guwahati, Guwahati, 781039, Assam, India
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Zhang CJ, Wang Y, Jin YQ, Zhu YW, Zhu SG, Wang QM, Jing MR, Zhang YX, Cai CB, Feng ZF, Ji XY, Wu DD. Recent advances in the role of hydrogen sulfide in age-related diseases. Exp Cell Res 2024; 441:114172. [PMID: 39053869 DOI: 10.1016/j.yexcr.2024.114172] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/06/2024] [Revised: 07/15/2024] [Accepted: 07/17/2024] [Indexed: 07/27/2024]
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In recent years, the impact of age-related diseases on human health has become increasingly severe, and developing effective drugs to deal with these diseases has become an urgent task. Considering the essential regulatory role of hydrogen sulfide (H2S) in these diseases, it is regarded as a promising target for treatment. H2S is a novel gaseous transmitter involved in many critical physiological activities, including anti-oxidation, anti-inflammation, and angiogenesis. H2S also regulates cell activities such as cell proliferation, migration, invasion, apoptosis, and autophagy. These regulatory effects of H2S contribute to relieving and treating age-related diseases. In this review, we mainly focus on the pathogenesis and treatment prospects of H2S in regulating age-related diseases.
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- Chao-Jing Zhang
- Henan International Joint Laboratory for Nuclear Protein Regulation, School of Basic Medical Sciences, School of Stomatology, Henan University, Kaifeng, Henan, 475004, China; Kaifeng Municipal Key Laboratory of Cell Signal Transduction, School of Basic Medical Sciences, Henan University, Kaifeng, Henan, 475004, China
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- Henan International Joint Laboratory for Nuclear Protein Regulation, School of Basic Medical Sciences, School of Stomatology, Henan University, Kaifeng, Henan, 475004, China; Kaifeng Municipal Key Laboratory of Cell Signal Transduction, School of Basic Medical Sciences, Henan University, Kaifeng, Henan, 475004, China
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- Henan International Joint Laboratory for Nuclear Protein Regulation, School of Basic Medical Sciences, School of Stomatology, Henan University, Kaifeng, Henan, 475004, China; Kaifeng Municipal Key Laboratory of Cell Signal Transduction, School of Basic Medical Sciences, Henan University, Kaifeng, Henan, 475004, China
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- Henan International Joint Laboratory for Nuclear Protein Regulation, School of Basic Medical Sciences, School of Stomatology, Henan University, Kaifeng, Henan, 475004, China; Kaifeng Municipal Key Laboratory of Cell Signal Transduction, School of Basic Medical Sciences, Henan University, Kaifeng, Henan, 475004, China
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- Henan International Joint Laboratory for Nuclear Protein Regulation, School of Basic Medical Sciences, School of Stomatology, Henan University, Kaifeng, Henan, 475004, China; Kaifeng Municipal Key Laboratory of Cell Signal Transduction, School of Basic Medical Sciences, Henan University, Kaifeng, Henan, 475004, China
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- Henan International Joint Laboratory for Nuclear Protein Regulation, School of Basic Medical Sciences, School of Stomatology, Henan University, Kaifeng, Henan, 475004, China; Kaifeng Municipal Key Laboratory of Cell Signal Transduction, School of Basic Medical Sciences, Henan University, Kaifeng, Henan, 475004, China
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- Henan International Joint Laboratory for Nuclear Protein Regulation, School of Basic Medical Sciences, School of Stomatology, Henan University, Kaifeng, Henan, 475004, China; Kaifeng Municipal Key Laboratory of Cell Signal Transduction, School of Basic Medical Sciences, Henan University, Kaifeng, Henan, 475004, China
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- Henan International Joint Laboratory for Nuclear Protein Regulation, School of Basic Medical Sciences, School of Stomatology, Henan University, Kaifeng, Henan, 475004, China; Kaifeng Municipal Key Laboratory of Cell Signal Transduction, School of Basic Medical Sciences, Henan University, Kaifeng, Henan, 475004, China
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- Henan International Joint Laboratory for Nuclear Protein Regulation, School of Basic Medical Sciences, School of Stomatology, Henan University, Kaifeng, Henan, 475004, China; Kaifeng Municipal Key Laboratory of Cell Signal Transduction, School of Basic Medical Sciences, Henan University, Kaifeng, Henan, 475004, China
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- School of Nursing and Health, Henan University, Kaifeng, Henan, 475004, China.
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- Henan International Joint Laboratory for Nuclear Protein Regulation, School of Basic Medical Sciences, School of Stomatology, Henan University, Kaifeng, Henan, 475004, China; Kaifeng Municipal Key Laboratory of Cell Signal Transduction, School of Basic Medical Sciences, Henan University, Kaifeng, Henan, 475004, China; Faculty of Basic Medical Subjects, Shu-Qing Medical College of Zhengzhou, Zhengzhou, Henan, 450064, China.
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- Henan International Joint Laboratory for Nuclear Protein Regulation, School of Basic Medical Sciences, School of Stomatology, Henan University, Kaifeng, Henan, 475004, China; Kaifeng Municipal Key Laboratory of Cell Signal Transduction, School of Basic Medical Sciences, Henan University, Kaifeng, Henan, 475004, China; Department of Stomatology, Huaihe Hospital of Henan University, School of Stomatology, Henan University, Kaifeng, Henan, 475004, China.
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Ye Q, Ren M, Fan D, Mao Y, Zhu YZ. Identification and Validation of the miR/RAS/RUNX2 Autophagy Regulatory Network in AngII-Induced Hypertensive Nephropathy in MPC5 Cells Treated with Hydrogen Sulfide Donors. Antioxidants (Basel) 2024; 13:958. [PMID: 39199205 PMCID: PMC11351630 DOI: 10.3390/antiox13080958] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/01/2024] [Revised: 07/26/2024] [Accepted: 07/30/2024] [Indexed: 09/01/2024] Open
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The balanced crosstalk between miRNAs and autophagy is essential in hypertensive nephropathy. Hydrogen sulfide donors have been reported to attenuate renal injury, but the mechanism is unclear. We aimed to identify and verify the miRNAs and autophagy regulatory networks in hypertensive nephropathy treated with hydrogen sulfide donors through bioinformatics analysis and experimental verification. From the miRNA dataset, autophagy was considerably enriched in mice kidney after angiotensin II (AngII) and combined hydrogen sulfide treatment (H2S_AngII), among which there were 109 differentially expressed miRNAs (DEMs) and 21 hub ADEGs (autophagy-related differentially expressed genes) in the AngII group and 70 DEMs and 13 ADEGs in the H2S_AngII group. A miRNA-mRNA-transcription factors (TFs) autophagy regulatory network was then constructed and verified in human hypertensive nephropathy samples and podocyte models. In the network, two DEMs (miR-98-5p, miR-669b-5p), some hub ADEGs (KRAS, NRAS), and one TF (RUNX2) were altered, accompanied by a reduction in autophagy flux. However, significant recovery occurred after treatment with endogenous or exogenous H2S donors, as well as an overexpression of miR-98-5p and miR-669b-5p. The miR/RAS/RUNX2 autophagy network driven by H2S donors was related to hypertensive nephropathy. H2S donors or miRNAs increased autophagic flux and reduced renal cell injury, which could be a potentially effective medical therapy.
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- Qing Ye
- Shanghai Key Laboratory of Bioactive Small Molecules, School of Pharmacy, Fudan University, Shanghai 201203, China
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- The Department of Hepatobiliary Surgery and Liver Transplantation, Shanghai General Hospital, Shanghai Jiaotong University School of Medicine, Shanghai 200080, China
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- Shanghai Key Laboratory of Bioactive Small Molecules, School of Pharmacy, Fudan University, Shanghai 201203, China
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- Shanghai Key Laboratory of Bioactive Small Molecules, School of Pharmacy, Fudan University, Shanghai 201203, China
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- Shanghai Key Laboratory of Bioactive Small Molecules, School of Pharmacy, Fudan University, Shanghai 201203, China
- State Key Laboratory of Quality Research in Chinese Medicines, (R & D Center) Lab. for Drug Discovery from Natural Resource, School of Pharmacy, Macau University of Science and Technology, Macau 999078, China
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Manna S, Agrawal R, Yadav T, Kumar TA, Kumari P, Dalai A, Kanade S, Balasubramanian N, Singh A, Chakrapani H. Orthogonal Persulfide Generation through Precision Tools Provides Insights into Mitochondrial Sulfane Sulfur. Angew Chem Int Ed Engl 2024:e202411133. [PMID: 39091222 DOI: 10.1002/anie.202411133] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/28/2024] [Revised: 07/24/2024] [Accepted: 08/01/2024] [Indexed: 08/04/2024]
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The sulfane sulfur pool, comprised of persulfide (RS-SH) and polysulfide (RS-SnH) derived from hydrogen sulfide (H2S), has emerged as a major player in redox biochemistry. Mitochondria, besides energy generation, serve as significant cellular redox hubs, mediate stress response and cellular health. However, the effects of endogenous mitochondrial sulfane sulfur (MSS) remain largely uncharacterized as compared with their cytosolic counterparts, cytosolic sulfane sulfur (CSS). To investigate this, we designed a novel artificial substrate for mitochondrial 3-mercaptopyruvate sulfurtransferase (3-MST), a key enzyme involved in MSS biosynthesis. Using cells expressing a mitochondrion-localized persulfide biosensor, we demonstrate this tool's ability to selectively enhance MSS. While H2S was previously known to suppress human immunodeficiency virus (HIV-1), we found that MSS profoundly affected the HIV-1 life cycle, mediating viral reactivation from latency. Additionally, we provide evidence for the role of the host's mitochondrial redox state, membrane potential, apoptosis, and respiration rates in managing HIV-1 latency and reactivation. Together, dynamic fluctuations in the MSS pool have a significant and possibly conflicting effect on HIV-1 viral latency. The precision tools developed herein allow for orthogonal generation of persulfide within both mitochondria and the cytosol and will be useful in interrogating disease biology.
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- Suman Manna
- Department of Chemistry, Indian Institute of Science Education and Research Pune, Pune, Maharashtra, 411008, India
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- Department of Microbiology and Cell Biology, Centre for Infectious Disease Research, Indian Institute of Science, Bangalore, Karnataka, 560012, India
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- Department of Biology, Indian Institute of Science Education and Research Pune, Pune, Maharashtra, 411008, India
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- Department of Chemistry, Indian Institute of Science Education and Research Pune, Pune, Maharashtra, 411008, India
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- Department of Chemistry, Indian Institute of Science Education and Research Pune, Pune, Maharashtra, 411008, India
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- Department of Biology, Indian Institute of Science Education and Research Pune, Pune, Maharashtra, 411008, India
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- Department of Biology, Indian Institute of Science Education and Research Pune, Pune, Maharashtra, 411008, India
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- Department of Biology, Indian Institute of Science Education and Research Pune, Pune, Maharashtra, 411008, India
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- Department of Microbiology and Cell Biology, Centre for Infectious Disease Research, Indian Institute of Science, Bangalore, Karnataka, 560012, India
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- Department of Chemistry, Indian Institute of Science Education and Research Pune, Pune, Maharashtra, 411008, India
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Lou S, Jiang ZL, Zhu YW, Zhang RY, Wang Y, Chu T, Liu YF, Zhang YX, Zhang CH, Su YK, Liu HX, Ji XY, Wu DD. Exploring the impact of hydrogen sulfide on hematologic malignancies: A review. Cell Signal 2024; 120:111236. [PMID: 38810860 DOI: 10.1016/j.cellsig.2024.111236] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/27/2024] [Revised: 05/22/2024] [Accepted: 05/24/2024] [Indexed: 05/31/2024]
Abstract
Hydrogen sulfide (H2S) is one of the three most crucial gaseous messengers in the body. The discovery of H2S donors, coupled with its endogenous synthesis capability, has sparked hope for the treatment of hematologic malignancies. In the last decade, the investigation into the impact of H2S has expanded, particularly within the fields of cardiovascular function, inflammation, infection, and neuromodulation. Hematologic malignancies refer to a diverse group of cancers originating from abnormal proliferation and differentiation of blood-forming cells, including leukemia, lymphoma, and myeloma. In this review, we delve deeply into the complex interrelation between H2S and hematologic malignancies. In addition, we comprehensively elucidate the intricate molecular mechanisms by which both H2S and its donors intricately modulate the progression of tumor growth. Furthermore, we systematically examine their impact on pivotal aspects, encompassing the proliferation, invasion, and migration capacities of hematologic malignancies. Therefore, this review may contribute novel insights to our understanding of the prospective therapeutic significance of H2S and its donors within the realm of hematologic malignancies.
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- Shang Lou
- Henan International Joint Laboratory for Nuclear Protein Regulation, School of Basic Medical Sciences, Henan University, Kaifeng, Henan 475004, China; School of Clinical Medicine, Henan University, Kaifeng, Henan 475004, China
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- Henan International Joint Laboratory for Nuclear Protein Regulation, School of Basic Medical Sciences, Henan University, Kaifeng, Henan 475004, China; School of Clinical Medicine, Henan University, Kaifeng, Henan 475004, China
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- Henan International Joint Laboratory for Nuclear Protein Regulation, School of Basic Medical Sciences, Henan University, Kaifeng, Henan 475004, China; School of Clinical Medicine, Henan University, Kaifeng, Henan 475004, China
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- Henan International Joint Laboratory for Nuclear Protein Regulation, School of Basic Medical Sciences, Henan University, Kaifeng, Henan 475004, China; School of Clinical Medicine, Henan University, Kaifeng, Henan 475004, China
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- Henan International Joint Laboratory for Nuclear Protein Regulation, School of Basic Medical Sciences, Henan University, Kaifeng, Henan 475004, China
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- Henan International Joint Laboratory for Nuclear Protein Regulation, School of Basic Medical Sciences, Henan University, Kaifeng, Henan 475004, China
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- Henan International Joint Laboratory for Nuclear Protein Regulation, School of Basic Medical Sciences, Henan University, Kaifeng, Henan 475004, China
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- Henan International Joint Laboratory for Nuclear Protein Regulation, School of Basic Medical Sciences, Henan University, Kaifeng, Henan 475004, China
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- Henan International Joint Laboratory for Nuclear Protein Regulation, School of Basic Medical Sciences, Henan University, Kaifeng, Henan 475004, China; School of Clinical Medicine, Henan University, Kaifeng, Henan 475004, China
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- School of Stomatology, Henan University, Kaifeng, Henan 475004, China
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- Henan International Joint Laboratory for Nuclear Protein Regulation, School of Basic Medical Sciences, Henan University, Kaifeng, Henan 475004, China; School of Stomatology, Henan University, Kaifeng, Henan 475004, China.
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- Henan International Joint Laboratory for Nuclear Protein Regulation, School of Basic Medical Sciences, Henan University, Kaifeng, Henan 475004, China; Kaifeng Key Laboratory of Infection and Biological Safety, School of Basic Medical Sciences, Henan University, Kaifeng, Henan 475004, China; Faculty of Basic Medical Subjects, Shu-Qing Medical College of Zhengzhou, Zhengzhou, Henan 450064, China.
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- Henan International Joint Laboratory for Nuclear Protein Regulation, School of Basic Medical Sciences, Henan University, Kaifeng, Henan 475004, China; School of Stomatology, Henan University, Kaifeng, Henan 475004, China; Department of Stomatology, Huaihe Hospital of Henan University, Kaifeng, Henan 475000, China.
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Ghaffari-Bohlouli P, Jafari H, Okoro OV, Alimoradi H, Nie L, Jiang G, Kakkar A, Shavandi A. Gas Therapy: Generating, Delivery, and Biomedical Applications. SMALL METHODS 2024; 8:e2301349. [PMID: 38193272 DOI: 10.1002/smtd.202301349] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/05/2023] [Revised: 12/11/2023] [Indexed: 01/10/2024]
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Oxygen (O2), nitric oxide (NO), carbon monoxide (CO), hydrogen sulfide (H2S), and hydrogen (H2) with direct effects, and carbon dioxide (CO2) with complementary effects on the condition of various diseases are known as therapeutic gases. The targeted delivery and in situ generation of these therapeutic gases with controllable release at the site of disease has attracted attention to avoid the risk of gas poisoning and improve their performance in treating various diseases such as cancer therapy, cardiovascular therapy, bone tissue engineering, and wound healing. Stimuli-responsive gas-generating sources and delivery systems based on biomaterials that enable on-demand and controllable release are promising approaches for precise gas therapy. This work highlights current advances in the design and development of new approaches and systems to generate and deliver therapeutic gases at the site of disease with on-demand release behavior. The performance of the delivered gases in various biomedical applications is then discussed.
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- Pejman Ghaffari-Bohlouli
- 3BIO-BioMatter, École polytechnique de Bruxelles, Université Libre de Bruxelles (ULB), Avenue F.D. Roosevelt, 50-CP 165/61, Brussels, 1050, Belgium
- Department of Chemistry, McGill University, 801 Sherbrooke Street West, Montréal, Québec, H3A 0B8, Canada
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- 3BIO-BioMatter, École polytechnique de Bruxelles, Université Libre de Bruxelles (ULB), Avenue F.D. Roosevelt, 50-CP 165/61, Brussels, 1050, Belgium
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- 3BIO-BioMatter, École polytechnique de Bruxelles, Université Libre de Bruxelles (ULB), Avenue F.D. Roosevelt, 50-CP 165/61, Brussels, 1050, Belgium
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- 3BIO-BioMatter, École polytechnique de Bruxelles, Université Libre de Bruxelles (ULB), Avenue F.D. Roosevelt, 50-CP 165/61, Brussels, 1050, Belgium
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- 3BIO-BioMatter, École polytechnique de Bruxelles, Université Libre de Bruxelles (ULB), Avenue F.D. Roosevelt, 50-CP 165/61, Brussels, 1050, Belgium
- College of Life Sciences, Xinyang Normal University, Xinyang, 464000, China
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- School of Materials Science and Engineering, Zhejiang Sci-Tech University, Hangzhou, 310018, China
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- Department of Chemistry, McGill University, 801 Sherbrooke Street West, Montréal, Québec, H3A 0B8, Canada
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- 3BIO-BioMatter, École polytechnique de Bruxelles, Université Libre de Bruxelles (ULB), Avenue F.D. Roosevelt, 50-CP 165/61, Brussels, 1050, Belgium
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Pagliaro P, Weber NC, Femminò S, Alloatti G, Penna C. Gasotransmitters and noble gases in cardioprotection: unraveling molecular pathways for future therapeutic strategies. Basic Res Cardiol 2024; 119:509-544. [PMID: 38878210 PMCID: PMC11319428 DOI: 10.1007/s00395-024-01061-1] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/10/2024] [Revised: 05/28/2024] [Accepted: 05/29/2024] [Indexed: 08/13/2024]
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Despite recent progress, ischemic heart disease poses a persistent global challenge, driving significant morbidity and mortality. The pursuit of therapeutic solutions has led to the emergence of strategies such as ischemic preconditioning, postconditioning, and remote conditioning to shield the heart from myocardial ischemia/reperfusion injury (MIRI). These ischemic conditioning approaches, applied before, after, or at a distance from the affected organ, inspire future therapeutic strategies, including pharmacological conditioning. Gasotransmitters, comprising nitric oxide, hydrogen sulfide, sulfur dioxide, and carbon monoxide, play pivotal roles in physiological and pathological processes, exhibiting shared features such as smooth muscle relaxation, antiapoptotic effects, and anti-inflammatory properties. Despite potential risks at high concentrations, physiological levels of gasotransmitters induce vasorelaxation and promote cardioprotective effects. Noble gases, notably argon, helium, and xenon, exhibit organ-protective properties by reducing cell death, minimizing infarct size, and enhancing functional recovery in post-ischemic organs. The protective role of noble gases appears to hinge on their modulation of molecular pathways governing cell survival, leading to both pro- and antiapoptotic effects. Among noble gases, helium and xenon emerge as particularly promising in the field of cardioprotection. This overview synthesizes our current understanding of the roles played by gasotransmitters and noble gases in the context of MIRI and cardioprotection. In addition, we underscore potential future developments involving the utilization of noble gases and gasotransmitter donor molecules in advancing cardioprotective strategies.
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- Pasquale Pagliaro
- Department of Clinical and Biological Sciences, University of Turin, Regione Gonzole 10, 10043, Orbassano, TO), Italy.
- National Institute for Cardiovascular Research (INRC), 40126, Bologna, Italy.
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- Department of Anesthesiology, Laboratory of Experimental Intensive Care and Anesthesiology-L.E.I.C.A, Amsterdam University Medical Centers, Amsterdam Cardiovascular Science (ACS), Amsterdam, The Netherlands
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- Department of Clinical and Biological Sciences, University of Turin, Regione Gonzole 10, 10043, Orbassano, TO), Italy
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- Department of Clinical and Biological Sciences, University of Turin, Regione Gonzole 10, 10043, Orbassano, TO), Italy
- National Institute for Cardiovascular Research (INRC), 40126, Bologna, Italy
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Li J, Gao Z, Li N, Yao L, Liu C, Xu C, Ren X, Wang A, Gao S, Wang M, Gao X, Li K, Wang J. Evaluation of the Ocular Safety of Hollow Mesoporous Organosilica Nanoparticles with Different Tetrasulfur Bond Content. Int J Nanomedicine 2024; 19:7123-7136. [PMID: 39055375 PMCID: PMC11269456 DOI: 10.2147/ijn.s464524] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/18/2024] [Accepted: 06/27/2024] [Indexed: 07/27/2024] Open
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Background Drug therapy for eye diseases has been limited by multiple protective mechanisms of the eye, which can be improved using well-designed drug delivery systems. Mesoporous silica nanoparticles (MSNs) had been used in many studies as carriers of therapeutic agents for ocular diseases treatment. However, no studies have focused on ocular biosafety. Considering that MSNs containing tetrasulfur bonds have unique advantages and have drawn increasing attention in drug delivery systems, it is necessary to explore the ocular biosafety of tetrasulfur bonds before their widespread application as ophthalmic drug carriers. Methods In this study, hollow mesoporous silica nanoparticles (HMSNs) with different tetrasulfur bond contents were prepared and characterized. The ocular biosafety of HMSN-E was evaluated in vitro on the three selected ocular cell lines, including corneal epithelial cells, lens epithelial cells and retinal endothelial cells (HREC), and in vivo by using topical eye drops and intravitreal injections. Results In cellular experiments, HMSNs caused obvious S content-dependent cytotoxic effect. HMSNs with the highest tetrasulfur bond content (HMSN-E), showed the highest cytotoxicity among all the HMSNs, and HREC was the most vulnerable cell to HMSN-E. It was shown that HMSN-E could react with intracellular GSH to generate H2S and decrease intracellular GSH concentration. Treatment of HREC with HMSN-E increased intracellular ROS, decreased mitochondrial membrane potential, and induced cell cycle arrest at the G1/S checkpoint, finally caused apoptosis and necrosis of HREC. Topical eye drops of HMSN-E could cause corneal damage. The intravitreal injection of HMSN-E could induce inflammation in the vitreum and ganglion cell layers, resulting in vitreous opacities and retinal abnormalities. Conclusion The incorporation of tetrasulfur bonds into HMSN can have toxic effects on ocular tissues. Therefore, when mesoporous silica nanocarriers are designed for ophthalmic pharmaceuticals, the ocular toxicity of the tetrasulfur bonds should be considered.
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- Juan Li
- Department of Ophthalmology, First Affiliated Hospital of Bengbu Medical University, Bengbu, Anhui, 233004, People’s Republic of China
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- Department of Ophthalmology, First Affiliated Hospital of Bengbu Medical University, Bengbu, Anhui, 233004, People’s Republic of China
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- Department of Ophthalmology, First Affiliated Hospital of Bengbu Medical University, Bengbu, Anhui, 233004, People’s Republic of China
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- Department of Ophthalmology, First Affiliated Hospital of Bengbu Medical University, Bengbu, Anhui, 233004, People’s Republic of China
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- Department of Ophthalmology, First Affiliated Hospital of Bengbu Medical University, Bengbu, Anhui, 233004, People’s Republic of China
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- Department of Ophthalmology, First Affiliated Hospital of Bengbu Medical University, Bengbu, Anhui, 233004, People’s Republic of China
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- Department of Ophthalmology, First Affiliated Hospital of Bengbu Medical University, Bengbu, Anhui, 233004, People’s Republic of China
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- Department of Ophthalmology, First Affiliated Hospital of Bengbu Medical University, Bengbu, Anhui, 233004, People’s Republic of China
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- School of Clinical Medicine, Bengbu Medical University, Bengbu, Anhui, 233004, People’s Republic of China
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- School of Clinical Medicine, Bengbu Medical University, Bengbu, Anhui, 233004, People’s Republic of China
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- School of Clinical Medicine, Bengbu Medical University, Bengbu, Anhui, 233004, People’s Republic of China
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- School of Life and Health Science, Anhui Science and Technology University, Fengyang, Anhui, 233100, People’s Republic of China
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- Department of Ophthalmology, First Affiliated Hospital of Bengbu Medical University, Bengbu, Anhui, 233004, People’s Republic of China
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Sun X, Mao C, Wang J, Wu S, Qu Y, Xie Y, Sun F, Jiang D, Song Y. Unveiling the Potential of Sulfur-Containing Gas Signaling Molecules in Acute Lung Injury: A Promising Therapeutic Avenue. Curr Issues Mol Biol 2024; 46:7147-7168. [PMID: 39057067 PMCID: PMC11275821 DOI: 10.3390/cimb46070426] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/30/2024] [Revised: 06/30/2024] [Accepted: 07/04/2024] [Indexed: 07/28/2024] Open
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Acute lung injury (ALI) and its most severe form, acute respiratory distress syndrome (ARDS), are pulmonary conditions that cause significant morbidity and mortality. The common etiologies of these conditions include pneumonia, pulmonary contusion, fat embolism, smoke inhalation, sepsis, shock, and acute pancreatitis. Inflammation, oxidative stress, apoptosis, and autophagy are key pathophysiological mechanisms underlying ALI. Hydrogen sulfide (H2S) and sulfur dioxide (SO2) are sulfur-containing gas signaling molecules that can mitigate these pathogenic processes by modulating various signaling pathways, such as toll-like receptor 4 (TLR4)/nod-like receptor protein 3 (NLRP3), extracellular signal-regulating protein kinase 1/2 (ERK1/2), mitogen-activated protein kinase (MAPK), phosphatidyl inositol 3 kinase (PI3K)/protein kinase B (Akt)/mammalian target of rapamycin (mTOR), and nuclear factor kappa B (NF-κB), thereby conferring protection against ALI. Given the limited clinical effectiveness of prevailing ALI treatments, investigation of the modulation of sulfur-containing gas signaling molecules (H2S and SO2) in ALI is imperative. This article presents an overview of the regulatory pathways of sulfur-containing gas signaling molecules in ALI animal models induced by various stimuli, such as lipopolysaccharide, gas inhalation, oleic acid, and ischemia-reperfusion. Furthermore, this study explored the therapeutic prospects of diverse H2S and SO2 donors for ALI, stemming from diverse etiologies. The aim of the present study was to establish a theoretical framework, in order to promote the new treatment of ALI.
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- Xutao Sun
- Department of Typhoid, School of Basic Medical Sciences, Heilongjiang University of Chinese Medicine, Harbin 150040, China;
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- Department of Pharmacology, School of Basic Medical Sciences, Heilongjiang University of Chinese Medicine, Harbin 150040, China; (C.M.); (S.W.); (Y.Q.)
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- Department of Synopsis Golden Chamber, School of Basic Medical Sciences, Heilongjiang University of Chinese Medicine, Harbin 150040, China; (J.W.); (Y.X.)
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- Department of Pharmacology, School of Basic Medical Sciences, Heilongjiang University of Chinese Medicine, Harbin 150040, China; (C.M.); (S.W.); (Y.Q.)
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- Department of Pharmacology, School of Basic Medical Sciences, Heilongjiang University of Chinese Medicine, Harbin 150040, China; (C.M.); (S.W.); (Y.Q.)
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- Department of Synopsis Golden Chamber, School of Basic Medical Sciences, Heilongjiang University of Chinese Medicine, Harbin 150040, China; (J.W.); (Y.X.)
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- Department of Pathology, School of Basic Medical Sciences, Heilongjiang University of Chinese Medicine, Harbin 150040, China;
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- Department of Synopsis Golden Chamber, School of Basic Medical Sciences, Heilongjiang University of Chinese Medicine, Harbin 150040, China; (J.W.); (Y.X.)
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- Department of Pharmacology, School of Basic Medical Sciences, Heilongjiang University of Chinese Medicine, Harbin 150040, China; (C.M.); (S.W.); (Y.Q.)
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Liu F, Wei L, Zheng B, Su X, Ju J, Liu G, Liu Q. Value of exhaled hydrogen sulfide in early diagnosis of esophagogastric junction adenocarcinoma. Oncol Lett 2024; 28:321. [PMID: 38807679 PMCID: PMC11130606 DOI: 10.3892/ol.2024.14454] [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: 12/15/2023] [Accepted: 03/11/2024] [Indexed: 05/30/2024] Open
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Esophagogastric junction adenocarcinoma (EJA) has increased in recent years, and it exhibits a poor prognosis and a short survival period for patients. Hydrogen sulfide (H2S) plays an important role in the pathogenesis of cancer and has been studied as a diagnostic factor in some tumor diseases. However, few studies have explored the diagnostic value of H2S for EJA. In the present study, a total of 56 patients with early-stage EJA were enrolled while 57 healthy individuals were selected as the healthy control group. Clinical features were recorded, and exhaled H2S and blood samples were collected from both groups. Exhaled H2S and serum interleukin-8 (IL-8) expression levels were detected in both groups. The correlation between exhaled H2S and serum IL-8 levels was analyzed using Pearson's correlation method. Receiver operating characteristic (ROC) curve was used to evaluate the diagnostic value of exhaled H2S combined with IL-8 detection in EJA. The results showed that patients with EJA exhaled more H2S than healthy individuals. In addition, exhaled H2S was positively correlated with increased IL-8 expression. The ROC curve revealed that the exhaled H2S test had an acceptable diagnostic effect and could be used to diagnose EJA. The increase in H2S exhaled by patients with EJA indicated that H2S may be related to the occurrence and development of EJA; however, the in vivo mechanism needs to be further explored. Collectively, it was determined in the present study that exhaled H2S was significantly higher in patients with early-stage EJA than in healthy controls and combined diagnosis with patient serum IL-8 could improve diagnostic accuracy, which has potential diagnostic value for early diagnosis and screening of EJA.
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- Fang Liu
- Department of Hospital Quality and Control, The Fourth Hospital of Hebei Medical University, Shijiazhuang, Hebei 050001, P.R. China
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- Department of Thoracic Surgery, The Fourth Hospital of Hebei Medical University, Shijiazhuang, Hebei 050001, P.R. China
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- Department of Thoracic Surgery, The Fourth Hospital of Hebei Medical University, Shijiazhuang, Hebei 050001, P.R. China
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- Department of Thoracic Surgery, The Fourth Hospital of Hebei Medical University, Shijiazhuang, Hebei 050001, P.R. China
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- Department of Thoracic Surgery, The Fourth Hospital of Hebei Medical University, Shijiazhuang, Hebei 050001, P.R. China
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- Department of Thoracic Surgery, The Fourth Hospital of Hebei Medical University, Shijiazhuang, Hebei 050001, P.R. China
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- Department of Thoracic Surgery, The Fourth Hospital of Hebei Medical University, Shijiazhuang, Hebei 050001, P.R. China
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Fosnacht KG, Dorogin J, Jefferis PM, Hettiaratchi MH, Pluth MD. An Expanded Palette of Fluorescent COS/H 2S-Releasing Donors for H 2S Delivery, Detection, and In Vivo Application. Angew Chem Int Ed Engl 2024; 63:e202402353. [PMID: 38578835 PMCID: PMC11147686 DOI: 10.1002/anie.202402353] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/01/2024] [Revised: 03/29/2024] [Accepted: 04/05/2024] [Indexed: 04/07/2024]
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Hydrogen sulfide (H2S) is an important reactive sulfur species that is involved in many biological functions, and H2S imbalances have been indicated as a potential biomarker for various diseases. Different H2S donors have been developed to deliver H2S directly to biological systems, but few reports include donors with optical responses that allow for tracking of H2S release. Moreover, donor systems that use the same chemistry to deliver H2S across a palette of fluorescent responses remain lacking. Here we report five thiol-activated fluorescence turn-on COS/H2S donors that utilize blue, yellow, orange, red, and near infrared-emitting dyes functionalized with an H2S-releasing sulfenyl thiocarbonate scaffold. Upon treatment with thiols, each donor provides a fluorescence turn-on response (3-310-fold) and high H2S release efficiencies (>60 %). Using combined electrode and fluorescence experiments, we directly correlate the measured H2S release with the fluorescence response. All donors are biocompatible and release H2S in live cell environments. In addition, we demonstrate that the NIR donor allows for imaging H2S release in live rats via subcutaneous injection of the donor loaded into an alginate gel, which to the best of our knowledge is the first in vivo tracking of H2S release from a fluorogenic donor in non-transparent organisms.
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- Kaylin G Fosnacht
- Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry, Materials Science Institute, Knight Campus for Accelerating Scientific Impact, Institute of Molecular Biology, University of Oregon, Eugene, OR, 97403, United States
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- Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry, Materials Science Institute, Knight Campus for Accelerating Scientific Impact, Institute of Molecular Biology, University of Oregon, Eugene, OR, 97403, United States
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- Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry, Materials Science Institute, Knight Campus for Accelerating Scientific Impact, Institute of Molecular Biology, University of Oregon, Eugene, OR, 97403, United States
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- Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry, Materials Science Institute, Knight Campus for Accelerating Scientific Impact, Institute of Molecular Biology, University of Oregon, Eugene, OR, 97403, United States
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- Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry, Materials Science Institute, Knight Campus for Accelerating Scientific Impact, Institute of Molecular Biology, University of Oregon, Eugene, OR, 97403, United States
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Matyasova K, Soltysova A, Babula P, Krizanova O, Liskova V. Role of the 3-mercaptopyruvate sulfurtransferase in colon/colorectal cancers. Eur J Cell Biol 2024; 103:151415. [PMID: 38631098 DOI: 10.1016/j.ejcb.2024.151415] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/08/2023] [Revised: 04/10/2024] [Accepted: 04/13/2024] [Indexed: 04/19/2024] Open
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The 3-mercaptopyruvate sulfurtransferase (MPST) is a protein persulfidase, occurring mainly in mitochondria. Although function of this protein in cancer cells has been already studied, no clear outcome can be postulated up to now. Therefore, we focused on the determination of function of MPST in colon (HCT116 cells)/colorectal (DLD1 cells) cancers. In silico analysis revealed that in gastrointestinal cancers, MPST together with its binding partners can be either of a high risk or might have a protective effect. Silencing of MPST gene resulted in decreased ATP, while acetyl-CoA levels were elevated. Increased apoptosis was detected in cells with silenced MPST gene, which was accompanied by decrease in mitochondrial membrane potential, but no changes in IP3 receptor's protein. Mitochondria underwent activation of fission and elevated DRP1 expression after MPST silencing. Proliferation and migration of DLD1 and HCT116 cells were markedly affected, showing the importance of MPST protein in colon/colorectal cancer development.
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- Katarina Matyasova
- Institute of Clinical and Translational Research, Biomedical Research Center, SAS, Slovak Academy of Sciences, Bratislava, Slovakia
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- Institute of Clinical and Translational Research, Biomedical Research Center, SAS, Slovak Academy of Sciences, Bratislava, Slovakia; Department of Molecular Biology, Faculty of Natural Sciences, Comenius University, Bratislava, Slovakia
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- Department of Physiology, Faculty of Medicine, Masaryk University, Brno, Czech Republic
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- Institute of Clinical and Translational Research, Biomedical Research Center, SAS, Slovak Academy of Sciences, Bratislava, Slovakia; Department of Physiology, Faculty of Medicine, Masaryk University, Brno, Czech Republic.
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- Institute of Clinical and Translational Research, Biomedical Research Center, SAS, Slovak Academy of Sciences, Bratislava, Slovakia.
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Wei X, Mi L, Dong S, Yang H, Xu S. Construction of a coumarin-based fluorescent probe for accurately visualizing hydrogen sulfide in live cells and zebrafish. RSC Adv 2024; 14:16327-16331. [PMID: 38769960 PMCID: PMC11104009 DOI: 10.1039/d4ra00668b] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/26/2024] [Accepted: 05/13/2024] [Indexed: 05/22/2024] Open
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Hydrogen sulfide (H2S), an important gas signaling molecule, is a regulator of many physiological processes, and its abnormal levels are closely related to the onset and progression of disease. It is vital to develop methods for specific tracking of H2S in clinical diagnosis and treatment. In this study, we designed an ultrasensitive and highly stable coumarin-based fluorescent probe Cou-H2S. Through the H2S-initiated tandem reaction, Cou-H2S successfully achieved highly selective and super-fast detection of H2S. Cou-H2S was successfully applied to the monitoring of endogenous and exogenous H2S at the cellular level and verified the validity of the detection of H2S in the LPS-induced zebrafish model. Therefore, Cou-H2S might provide new insights into the study of H2S-related diseases.
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- Xiao Wei
- Department of Anesthesiology, Zhujiang Hospital of Southern Medical University Guangzhou 510282 China
- Central South University Xiangya School of Medicine Affiliated Haikou Hospital, The First Affiliated Hospital of Hainan Medical University Haikou 570102 China
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- Central South University Xiangya School of Medicine Affiliated Haikou Hospital, The First Affiliated Hospital of Hainan Medical University Haikou 570102 China
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- Central South University Xiangya School of Medicine Affiliated Haikou Hospital, The First Affiliated Hospital of Hainan Medical University Haikou 570102 China
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- Central South University Xiangya School of Medicine Affiliated Haikou Hospital, The First Affiliated Hospital of Hainan Medical University Haikou 570102 China
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- Department of Anesthesiology, Zhujiang Hospital of Southern Medical University Guangzhou 510282 China
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Herrald AL, Ambrogi EK, Mirica KA. Electrochemical Detection of Gasotransmitters: Status and Roadmap. ACS Sens 2024; 9:1682-1705. [PMID: 38593007 PMCID: PMC11196117 DOI: 10.1021/acssensors.3c02529] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 04/11/2024]
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Gasotransmitters, including nitric oxide (NO), carbon monoxide (CO), and hydrogen sulfide (H2S), are a class of gaseous, endogenous signaling molecules that interact with one another in the regulation of critical cardiovascular, immune, and neurological processes. The development of analytical sensing mechanisms for gasotransmitters, especially multianalyte mechanisms, holds vast importance and constitutes a growing area of study. This review provides an overview of electrochemical sensing mechanisms with an emphasis on opportunities in multianalyte sensing. Electrochemical methods demonstrate good sensitivity, adequate selectivity, and the most well-developed potential for the multianalyte detection of gasotransmitters. Future research will likely address challenges with sensor stability and biocompatibility (i.e., sensor lifetime and cytotoxicity), sensor miniaturization, and multianalyte detection in biological settings.
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- Audrey L Herrald
- Department of Chemistry, Burke Laboratory, Dartmouth College, 41 College Street, Hanover, New Hampshire 03755, United States
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- Department of Chemistry, Burke Laboratory, Dartmouth College, 41 College Street, Hanover, New Hampshire 03755, United States
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- Department of Chemistry, Burke Laboratory, Dartmouth College, 41 College Street, Hanover, New Hampshire 03755, United States
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Kaur G, Rani R, Raina J, Singh I. Recent Advancements and Future Prospects in NBD-Based Fluorescent Chemosensors: Design Strategy, Sensing Mechanism, and Biological Applications. Crit Rev Anal Chem 2024:1-41. [PMID: 38593050 DOI: 10.1080/10408347.2024.2337869] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 04/11/2024]
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In recent years, the field of Supramolecular Chemistry has witnessed tremendous progress owing to the development of versatile optical sensors for the detection of harmful biological analytes. Nitrobenzoxadiazole (NBD) is one such scaffold that has been exploited as fluorescent probes for selective recognition of harmful analytes and their optical imaging in various cell lines including HeLa, PC3, A549, SMMC-7721, MDA-MB-231, HepG2, MFC-7, etc. The NBD-derived molecular probes are majorly synthesized from the chloro derivative of NBD via nucleophilic aromatic substitution. This general NBD moiety ligation method to nucleophiles has been leveraged to develop various derivatives for sensing analytes. NBD-derived probes are extensively used as optical sensors because of remarkable properties like excellent stability, large Stoke's shift, high efficiency and stability, visible excitation, easy use, low cost, and high quantum yield. This article reviewed NBD-based probes for the years 2017-2023 according to the sensing of analyte(s), including cations, anions, thiols, and small molecules like hydrogen sulfide. The sensing mechanism, designing of the probe, plausible binding mechanism, and biological application of chemosensors are summarized. The real-time application of optical sensors has been discussed by various methods, such as paper strips, molecular logic gates, smartphone detection, development of test kits, etc. This article will update the researchers with the in vivo and in vitro biological applicability of NBD-based molecular probes and challenges the research fraternity to design, propose, and develop better chemosensors in the future possessing commercial utility.
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- Gurdeep Kaur
- School of Chemical Engineering and Physical Sciences, Lovely Professional University, Phagwara, India
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- Department of Chemistry, Panjab University, Chandigarh, India
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- School of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Lovely Professional University, Phagwara, India
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- School of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Lovely Professional University, Phagwara, India
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Mao S, Wang X, Li M, Liu H, Liang H. The role and mechanism of hydrogen sulfide in liver fibrosis. Nitric Oxide 2024; 145:41-48. [PMID: 38360133 DOI: 10.1016/j.niox.2024.02.002] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/21/2023] [Revised: 01/20/2024] [Accepted: 02/12/2024] [Indexed: 02/17/2024]
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Hydrogen sulfide (H2S) is the third new gas signaling molecule in the human body after the discovery of NO and CO. Similar to NO, it has the functions of vasodilation, anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, and regulation of cell formation. Enzymes that can produce endogenous H2S, such as CSE, CSB, and 3-MST, are common in liver tissues and are important regulatory molecules in the liver. In the development of liver fibrosis, H2S concentration and expression of related enzymes change significantly, which makes it possible to use exogenous gases to treat liver diseases. This review summarizes the role of H2S in liver fibrosis and its complications induced by NAFLD and CCl4, and elaborates on the anti-liver fibrosis effect of H2S through the mechanism of reducing oxidative stress, inhibiting inflammation, regulating autophagy, regulating glucose and lipid metabolism, providing theoretical reference for further research on the treatment of liver fibrosis with H2S.
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- Shaoyu Mao
- Department of Infectious Disease and Hepatology, The First Affiliated Hospital of Zhengzhou University, Zhengzhou, 450052, China
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- Department of Infectious Disease and Hepatology, The First Affiliated Hospital of Zhengzhou University, Zhengzhou, 450052, China
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- Department of Infectious Disease and Hepatology, The First Affiliated Hospital of Zhengzhou University, Zhengzhou, 450052, China
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- Department of Infectious Disease and Hepatology, The First Affiliated Hospital of Zhengzhou University, Zhengzhou, 450052, China
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- Department of Infectious Disease and Hepatology, The First Affiliated Hospital of Zhengzhou University, Zhengzhou, 450052, China.
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Okolie A, Nigro MR, Polk S, Stubbs K, Chelliah S, Ohia SE, Liang D, Mbye YFN. Development and application of LC-MS/MS method for the quantification of hydrogen sulfide in the eye. Anal Biochem 2024; 687:115448. [PMID: 38158106 PMCID: PMC11359680 DOI: 10.1016/j.ab.2023.115448] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/29/2023] [Revised: 12/11/2023] [Accepted: 12/21/2023] [Indexed: 01/03/2024]
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There are limited studies that report the physiological levels of H2S in the eye. The currently available UV/Vis methods lack the required sensitivity and precision. Hence, the purpose of this study was to develop and validate a sensitive and robust pre-column derivatization LC-MS/MS method to measure changes in H2S levels in tissues from isolated porcine eyes. H2S was derivatized and an LC-MS/MS method was developed to monitor the derivatized product, Sulfide-dibimane (Sdb) using a reverse phase Waters Acquity BEH C18 column (1.7 μm, 2.1 × 100 mm). H2S quantification was performed using multiple-ion reaction monitoring (MRM) in positive mode, with the transitions of m/z 415.0 → m/z 223.0 for Sdb and m/z 353.0 → m/z 285.0 for internal standard (griseofulvin). This method provided a suitable way to quantify H2S and was then successfully adapted to measure H2S levels in isolated porcine iris-ciliary body tissues previously treated in the presence or absence of varying concentrations of lipopolysaccharide (LPS, 5-100 ng/ml), a pro-inflammatory agent. Isolated iris-ciliary bodies (ICB) from porcine eyes were cut into quadrants of approximately 50 mg and homogenized using a 1:3 volume of homogenizing buffer. H2S in the supernatant was then derivatized with monobromobimane and quantified.
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- Anthonia Okolie
- Department of Pharmaceutical Sciences, College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences, Texas Southern University, Houston, TX, 77004, USA
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- Department of Pharmaceutical Sciences, College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences, Texas Southern University, Houston, TX, 77004, USA; Karuna Therapeutics, Inc., Boston, 02110, USA
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- Department of Pharmaceutical Sciences, College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences, Texas Southern University, Houston, TX, 77004, USA
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- Department of Pharmaceutical Sciences, College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences, Texas Southern University, Houston, TX, 77004, USA
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- Department of Pharmaceutical Sciences, College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences, Texas Southern University, Houston, TX, 77004, USA
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- Department of Pharmaceutical Sciences, College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences, Texas Southern University, Houston, TX, 77004, USA
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- Department of Pharmaceutical Sciences, College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences, Texas Southern University, Houston, TX, 77004, USA.
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- Department of Pharmaceutical Sciences, College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences, Texas Southern University, Houston, TX, 77004, USA.
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Chen J, Cheng L, Yang Y, Liu Y, Su C, He Y, You M, Lin Z, Hong G. Background-Free SERS Nanosensor for Endogenous Hydrogen Sulfide Detection Based on Prussian Blue-Coated Gold Nanobipyramids. ACS APPLIED MATERIALS & INTERFACES 2024. [PMID: 38491944 DOI: 10.1021/acsami.3c17385] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 03/18/2024]
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Surface-enhanced Raman scattering (SERS) has great potential in biological analysis due to its specificity, sensitivity, and non-invasive nature. However, effectively extracting Raman information and avoiding spectral overlapping from biological background interference remain major challenges. In this study, we developed a background-free SERS nanosensor consisting of gold nanobipyramids (Au NBPs) core-Prussian blue (PB) shell (Au NBPs@PB), for endogenous H2S detection. The PB shell degraded quickly upon contact with endogenous H2S, generating a unique Raman signal response in the Raman silent region (1800-2800 cm-1). By taking advantage of the high SERS-activity of Au NBPs and H2S-triggered spectral changes of PB, these SERS nanosensors effectively minimize potential biological interferences. The nanosensor exhibits a detection range of 2.0 μM to 250 μM and a limit of detection (LOD) of 0.34 μM, with good reproducibility and minimal interference. We successfully applied this background-free SERS platform to monitor endogenous H2S concentrations in human serum samples with satisfied results.
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- Jiaming Chen
- Department of Laboratory Medicine, Xiamen Key Laboratory of Genetic Testing, The First Affiliated Hospital of Xiamen University, School of Medicine, Xiamen University, Xiamen 361005, People's Republic of China
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- Department of Laboratory Medicine, Xiamen Key Laboratory of Genetic Testing, The First Affiliated Hospital of Xiamen University, School of Medicine, Xiamen University, Xiamen 361005, People's Republic of China
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- Department of Laboratory Medicine, Xiamen Key Laboratory of Genetic Testing, The First Affiliated Hospital of Xiamen University, School of Medicine, Xiamen University, Xiamen 361005, People's Republic of China
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- Department of Laboratory Medicine, Xiamen Key Laboratory of Genetic Testing, The First Affiliated Hospital of Xiamen University, School of Medicine, Xiamen University, Xiamen 361005, People's Republic of China
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- Department of Laboratory Medicine, Xiamen Key Laboratory of Genetic Testing, The First Affiliated Hospital of Xiamen University, School of Medicine, Xiamen University, Xiamen 361005, People's Republic of China
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- Department of Laboratory Medicine, Xiamen Key Laboratory of Genetic Testing, The First Affiliated Hospital of Xiamen University, School of Medicine, Xiamen University, Xiamen 361005, People's Republic of China
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- Department of Laboratory Medicine, Xiamen Key Laboratory of Genetic Testing, The First Affiliated Hospital of Xiamen University, School of Medicine, Xiamen University, Xiamen 361005, People's Republic of China
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- Ministry of Education Key Laboratory for Analytical Science of Food Safety and Biology, Fujian Provincial Key Laboratory of Analysis and Detection for Food Safety, Department of Chemistry, Fuzhou University, Fuzhou, Fujian 350116, People's Republic of China
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- Department of Laboratory Medicine, Xiamen Key Laboratory of Genetic Testing, The First Affiliated Hospital of Xiamen University, School of Medicine, Xiamen University, Xiamen 361005, People's Republic of China
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Guo MY, Li YZ, Liu XJ, Wang BZ, Yang YS, Zhu HL. A structural optimized fluorescent probe for monitoring hydrogen sulfide in cells and zebrafish. SPECTROCHIMICA ACTA. PART A, MOLECULAR AND BIOMOLECULAR SPECTROSCOPY 2024; 309:123763. [PMID: 38198994 DOI: 10.1016/j.saa.2023.123763] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/25/2023] [Revised: 12/05/2023] [Accepted: 12/10/2023] [Indexed: 01/12/2024]
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In this work, we reported a fluorescent probe Fur-SH, a derivative of benzofuranone, which was used to detect H2S in living cells and zebrafish. Based on the three structural characteristics of the probe, the effects of different structural modifications on the optical properties of the fluorophore were compared. Then, the fluorophore Fur-OH was synthesized by modifying diethylamino group with benzofuranone as the main skeleton. With 2,4-dinitrofluorobenzene as the recognition group and diethylamino as the electron donor, the push-pull electron effect occurred with nitro group, which led to fluorescence quenching, and an openable fluorescent probe Fur-SH was formed. The probe Fur-SH (λex = 510 nm; λem = 570 nm) had the advantages of smaller full width at half maxima, rapid response (5 min) and wide pH window. The quantitative properties of the probe were excellent, reaching saturation at 50 equivalents of substrate. The probe Fur-SH showed high sensitivity to H2S, with LOD of 48.9 nM and LOQ of 50 nM. At present, the probe Fur-SH had been applied to fluorescence imaging of MCF-7 cells and zebrafish. By comparing the effects of different structures on the optical properties of fluorophores, this work was expected to be helpful to the development of fluorescent probes in the future.
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- Meng-Ya Guo
- State Key Laboratory of Pharmaceutical Biotechnology, School of Life Sciences, Nanjing University, Nanjing 210023, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Pharmaceutical Biotechnology, School of Life Sciences, Nanjing University, Nanjing 210023, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Pharmaceutical Biotechnology, School of Life Sciences, Nanjing University, Nanjing 210023, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Pharmaceutical Biotechnology, School of Life Sciences, Nanjing University, Nanjing 210023, China.
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- State Key Laboratory of Pharmaceutical Biotechnology, School of Life Sciences, Nanjing University, Nanjing 210023, China; Jinhua Advanced Research Institute, Jinhua 321019, China.
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- State Key Laboratory of Pharmaceutical Biotechnology, School of Life Sciences, Nanjing University, Nanjing 210023, China.
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Zhang J, Han T, Sun H, Han Z, Shi X, Gao J, Liu X, Zhang H. A self-immolative near-infrared fluorescent probe for identification of cancer cells and facilitating its apoptosis. Anal Bioanal Chem 2024; 416:1529-1540. [PMID: 38342788 DOI: 10.1007/s00216-024-05180-5] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/22/2023] [Revised: 12/24/2023] [Accepted: 01/08/2024] [Indexed: 02/13/2024]
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Hydrogen sulfide (H2S) plays a significant role in the onset and progression of cancer. It has led to increased interest in its potential as a diagnostic tool owing to its overexpression in cancer. However, research into the anti-cancer activity of H2S, particularly its ability to promote apoptosis, is hindered by the lack of effective detection tools. To gain a comprehensive understanding of the targeted efficacy of H2S in promoting cancer cell apoptosis, we designed and synthesized a self-immolative near-infrared fluorescent diagnostic probe, named YH-NO2. The activation of this self-immolative reaction is dependent on the presence of nitroreductase (NTR) overexpressed in tumor cells. The design of YH-NO2 involves releasing fluorophores through the activated self-immolative reaction for detection, while simultaneously releasing H2S-loaded self-immolative spacers to promote cancer cell apoptosis. Consequently, YH-NO2 achieves a seamless integration of recognizing and promoting cancer cell apoptosis through its self-immolative structure. This dual function allows YH-NO2 to recognize NTR activity in cells under varying hypoxia levels and differentiate between normal cells and cancer cells using imaging technology. Notably, YH-NO2 exhibits remarkable stability in cellular environments, providing controlled and selective H2S release, thereby targeting the elimination of cancer cells through the promotion of apoptosis. Furthermore, in vivo experiments have demonstrated that YH-NO2 can accurately identify tumor tissue and effectively reduce its size by utilizing its apoptosis-promoting properties. These findings not only provide further evidence for the anti-cancer activity of H2S but also offer valuable tools for understanding the complex relationship between H2S and cancer.
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- Jinlong Zhang
- State Key Laboratory of Applied Organic Chemistry and College of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, Lanzhou University, Lanzhou, 730000, China
- Lanzhou Institute of Chemical Physics, Chinese Academy of Sciences, Lanzhou, 730000, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Applied Organic Chemistry and College of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, Lanzhou University, Lanzhou, 730000, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Applied Organic Chemistry and College of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, Lanzhou University, Lanzhou, 730000, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Applied Organic Chemistry and College of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, Lanzhou University, Lanzhou, 730000, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Applied Organic Chemistry and College of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, Lanzhou University, Lanzhou, 730000, China
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- GanSu Analysis and Research Center, Lanzhou, 730000, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Applied Organic Chemistry and College of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, Lanzhou University, Lanzhou, 730000, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Applied Organic Chemistry and College of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, Lanzhou University, Lanzhou, 730000, China.
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Ye Z, Li J, Shi J, Song Y, Liu Y, Hou J. Glycosidase-activated H 2S donorsto enhance chemotherapy efficacy. Bioorg Med Chem Lett 2024; 100:129644. [PMID: 38316370 DOI: 10.1016/j.bmcl.2024.129644] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/10/2023] [Revised: 01/27/2024] [Accepted: 01/31/2024] [Indexed: 02/07/2024]
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Hydrogen sulfide (H2S) plays a critical role in cancer biology. Herein, we developed a series of glycosidase-triggered hydrogen sulfide (H2S) donors by connecting sugar moieties (including glucose, galactose and mannose) to COS donors via a self-immolative spacer. In the presence of corresponding glycosidases, H2S was gradually released from these donors in PBS buffer with releasing efficiencies from 36 to 67 %. H2S release was also detected by H2S probe WSP-1 after treatment HepG2 cells with Man1. Cytotoxicities of these glycosylated H2S donors were evaluated against HepG2 by MTT assay. Among them, Man1 and Man2 exhibited an obvious reduction of cell viability in HepG2 cells, with cell viability as 37.6 % for 80 μM of Man. Consistently, significant apoptosis was observed in HepG2 cells after treatment with Man1 and Man2. Finally, We evaluated the potential of Man1 for combination therapy with doxorubicin. A synergistic effect was observed between Man1 and Doxorubicin in HepG2 and Hela cells. All these results indicated glycosidase-activated H2S donorshave promising potential for cancer therapy.
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- Zizhen Ye
- Tianjin Key Laboratory on Technologies Enabling Development of ClinicalTherapeutics and Diagnostics, School of Pharmacy, Tianjin Medical University, Tianjin 300070, PR China
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- Tianjin Key Laboratory on Technologies Enabling Development of ClinicalTherapeutics and Diagnostics, School of Pharmacy, Tianjin Medical University, Tianjin 300070, PR China
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- Tianjin Key Laboratory on Technologies Enabling Development of ClinicalTherapeutics and Diagnostics, School of Pharmacy, Tianjin Medical University, Tianjin 300070, PR China
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- Tianjin Key Laboratory on Technologies Enabling Development of ClinicalTherapeutics and Diagnostics, School of Pharmacy, Tianjin Medical University, Tianjin 300070, PR China
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- Tianjin Key Laboratory on Technologies Enabling Development of ClinicalTherapeutics and Diagnostics, School of Pharmacy, Tianjin Medical University, Tianjin 300070, PR China.
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- Tianjin Key Laboratory on Technologies Enabling Development of ClinicalTherapeutics and Diagnostics, School of Pharmacy, Tianjin Medical University, Tianjin 300070, PR China.
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Pandey T, Pandey V. Hydrogen sulfide (H2S) metabolism: Unraveling cellular regulation, disease implications, and therapeutic prospects for precision medicine. Nitric Oxide 2024; 144:20-28. [PMID: 38242281 DOI: 10.1016/j.niox.2024.01.004] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/21/2023] [Revised: 01/05/2024] [Accepted: 01/16/2024] [Indexed: 01/21/2024]
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Hydrogen sulfide (H2S), traditionally recognized as a noxious gas with a pungent odor, has emerged as a fascinating metabolite originating from proteinaceous foods. This review provides a comprehensive examination of H2S regulatory metabolism in cell. Dysregulation of cellular processes plays a pivotal role in the pathogenesis of numerous diseases. Recent development explores the chemistry of biosynthesis and degradation of H2S in cells. The consequences of dysregulation causing diseases and the emerging role of hydrogen sulfide (H2S) modulation as a promising therapeutic platform has not been explored much. These disturbances can manifest as oxidative stress, inflammation, and aberrant cellular signaling pathways, contributing to the development and progression of diseases such as cancer, cardiovascular disorders, neurodegenerative diseases, and diabetes. Hydrogen sulfide has gained recognition as a key player in cellular regulation. H2S is involved in numerous physiological processes, including vasodilation, inflammation control, and cytoprotection. Recent advances in research have focused on modulating H2S levels to restore cellular balance and mitigate disease progression. This approach involves both exogenous H2S donors and inhibitors of H2S -producing enzymes. By harnessing the versatile properties of H2S, researchers and clinicians may develop innovative therapies that address the root causes of dysregulation-induced diseases. As our understanding of H2S biology deepens, the potential for precision medicine approaches tailored to specific diseases becomes increasingly exciting, holding the promise of improved patient outcomes and a new era in therapeutics.
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- Tejasvi Pandey
- Department of Forensic Sciences, School for Bioengineering and Biosciences Sciences, Lovely Professional University, Phagwara, India
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- Department of Chemistry, School for Chemical Engineering and Physical Sciences, Lovely Professional University, Phagwara, India.
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Hamadamin PS, Maulood KA. Exploring the anticancer potential of hydrogen sulfide and BAY‑876 on clear cell renal cell carcinoma cells: Uncovering novel mutations in VHL and KDR genes among ccRCC patients. Mol Clin Oncol 2024; 20:21. [PMID: 38332991 PMCID: PMC10851183 DOI: 10.3892/mco.2024.2719] [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: 09/13/2023] [Accepted: 01/09/2024] [Indexed: 02/10/2024] Open
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The aim of the present study was to determine the cytotoxic effect of BAY-876 and NaSH alone or in combination with sunitinib against the 786-O cell line (renal adenocarcinoma). The IC50 of sunitinib, BAY-876 and NaSH were estimated. Cells were cultured in a 96-well plate and then different concentration of each drug alone was exposed for different incubation time; afterwards, cell cytotoxicity was measured using Cell Counting Kit-8 kit. The IC50 for each drug was used in next experiment to determine the influence of drug combinations. Furthermore, to observe the effect of mutations of few driver genes in development of clear cell renal cell carcinoma (ccRCC), direct sanger sequencing was used to find single nucleotide polymorphisms in exon 1 and exon 13 of tumor suppressor gene Von Hippel Lindau (VHL) and kinase insert domain receptor (KDR) genes respectively in ccRCC formalin fixed paraffin embedded block samples. The results revealed that the IC50 for sunitinib (after 72 h), BAY-876 (after 96 h) and NaSH (after 48 h) was 5.26, 53.56 and 692 µM respectively. The cytotoxic effect of sunitinib and BAY-876, sunitinib and NaSH combinations after 24- and 48-h incubation respectively was significantly higher (P<0.05) compared with the control group as well as to sunitinib group alone. These results proved that each of BAY-876 and NaSH have anticancer effect; thus, they could be used in future for ccRCC treatment purpose. Furthermore, direct sequencing results demonstrated unrecorded mutations of VHL and KDR genes is 43.7 and 31.5% of cases respectively. These findings confirmed the leading role of VHL gene in development of ccRCC and the crucial role of KDR gene in angiogenesis and drug resistance.
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- Peshraw Salih Hamadamin
- Department of Biology, College of Science, Salahaddin University-Erbil, Erbil, Kurdistan 44002, Iraq
- Medical Analysis Department, Faculty of Applied Science, Tishk International University, Erbil, Kurdistan 44001, Iraq
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- Department of Biology, College of Education, Salahaddin University-Erbil, Erbil, Kurdistan 44002, Iraq
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Jin J, Li Y, Wang S, Xie J, Yan X. Organic nanomotors: emerging versatile nanobots. NANOSCALE 2024; 16:2789-2804. [PMID: 38231523 DOI: 10.1039/d3nr05995b] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/18/2024]
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Artificial nanomotors are self-propelled nanometer-scaled machines that are capable of converting external energy into mechanical motion. A significant progress on artificial nanomotors over the last decades has unlocked the potential of carrying out manipulatable transport and cargo delivery missions with enhanced efficiencies owing to their stimulus-responsive autonomous movement in various complex environments, allowing for future advances in a large range of applications. Emergent kinetic systems with programmable energy-converting mechanisms that are capable of powering the nanomotors are attracting increasing attention. This review highlights the most-recent representative examples of synthetic organic nanomotors having self-propelled motion exclusively powered by organic molecule- or their aggregate-based kinetic systems. The stimulus-responsive propulsion mechanism, motion behaviors, and performance in antitumor therapy of organic nanomotors developed so far are illustrated. A future perspective on the development of organic nanomotors is also proposed. With continuous innovation, it is believed that the scope and possible achievements in practical applications of organic nanomotors with diversified organic kinetic systems will expand.
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- Jingjun Jin
- School of Chemical Engineering and Technology, Tianjin University, Tianjin, 300072, China.
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- School of Chemical Engineering and Technology, Tianjin University, Tianjin, 300072, China.
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- College of Food Science and Engineering, Tianjin University of Science and Technology, Tianjin, 300457, China.
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- China Food Flavor and Nutrition Health Innovation Center, Beijing Technology and Business University, Beijing, 100048, China.
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- School of Chemical Engineering and Technology, Tianjin University, Tianjin, 300072, China.
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Yu X, Huang Y, Tao Y, Fan L, Zhang Y. Mitochondria-targetable small molecule fluorescent probes for the detection of cancer-associated biomarkers: A review. Anal Chim Acta 2024; 1289:342060. [PMID: 38245195 DOI: 10.1016/j.aca.2023.342060] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 5.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/02/2023] [Revised: 11/20/2023] [Accepted: 11/21/2023] [Indexed: 01/22/2024]
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Cancer represents a global threat to human health, and effective strategies for improved cancer early diagnosis and treatment are urgently needed. The detection of tumor biomarkers has been one of the important auxiliary means for tumor screening and diagnosis. Mitochondria are crucial subcellular organelles that produce most chemical energy used by cells, control metabolic processes, and maintain cell function. Evidence suggests the close involvement of mitochondria with cancer development. As a consequence, the identification of cancer-associated biomarker expression levels in mitochondria holds significant importance in the diagnosis of early-stage diseases and the monitoring of therapy efficacy. Small-molecule fluorescent probes are effective for the identification and visualization of bioactive entities within biological systems, owing to their heightened sensitivity, expeditious non-invasive analysis and real-time detection capacities. The design principles and sensing mechanisms of mitochondrial targeted fluorescent probes are summarized in this review. Additionally, the biomedical applications of these probes for detecting cancer-associated biomarkers are highlighted. The limitations and challenges of fluorescent probes in vivo are also considered and some future perspectives are provided. This review is expected to provide valuable insights for the future development of novel fluorescent probes for clinical imaging, thereby contributing to the advancement of cancer diagnosis and treatment.
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- Xue Yu
- School of Chemistry and Pharmaceutical Engineering, Jilin Institute of Chemical Technology, Jilin, 132022, PR China
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- School of Chemistry and Pharmaceutical Engineering, Jilin Institute of Chemical Technology, Jilin, 132022, PR China
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- School of Chemistry and Pharmaceutical Engineering, Jilin Institute of Chemical Technology, Jilin, 132022, PR China
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- Institute of Environmental Science, Shanxi University, Taiyuan, 030006, PR China.
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- School of Chemistry and Pharmaceutical Engineering, Jilin Institute of Chemical Technology, Jilin, 132022, PR China.
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Song Y, Wu S, Zhang R, Zhong Q, Zhang X, Sun X. Therapeutic potential of hydrogen sulfide in osteoarthritis development. Front Pharmacol 2024; 15:1336693. [PMID: 38370481 PMCID: PMC10869529 DOI: 10.3389/fphar.2024.1336693] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/11/2023] [Accepted: 01/22/2024] [Indexed: 02/20/2024] Open
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The pathological mechanisms and treatments of osteoarthritis (OA) are critical topics in medical research. This paper reviews the regulatory mechanisms of hydrogen sulfide (H2S) in OA and the therapeutic potential of H2S donors. The review highlights the importance of changes in the endogenous H2S pathway in OA development and systematically elaborates on the role of H2S as a third gaseous transmitter that regulates inflammation, oxidative stress, and pain associated with OA. It also explains how H2S can lessen bone and joint inflammation by inhibiting leukocyte adhesion and migration, reducing pro-inflammatory mediators, and impeding the activation of key inflammatory pathways such as nuclear factor kappa B (NF-κB) and mitogen-activated protein kinase (MAPK). Additionally, H2S is shown to mitigate mitochondrial dysfunction and endoplasmic reticulum stress, and to modulate Nrf2, NF-κB, PI3K/Akt, and MAPK pathways, thereby decreasing oxidative stress-induced chondrocyte apoptosis. Moreover, H2S alleviates bone and joint pain through the activation of Kv7, K-ATP, and Nrf2/HO-1-NQO1 pathways. Recent developments have produced a variety of H2S donors, including sustained-release H2S donors, natural H2S donors, and synthetic H2S donors. Understanding the role of H2S in OA can lead to the discovery of new therapeutic targets, while innovative H2S donors offer promising new treatments for patients with OA.
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- Yunjia Song
- Department of Pharmacology, School of Basic Medical Sciences, Heilongjiang University of Chinese Medicine, Harbin, China
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- Department of Pharmacology, School of Basic Medical Sciences, Heilongjiang University of Chinese Medicine, Harbin, China
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- Department of Pharmacology, School of Basic Medical Sciences, Heilongjiang University of Chinese Medicine, Harbin, China
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- Department of Pharmacology, School of Basic Medical Sciences, Heilongjiang University of Chinese Medicine, Harbin, China
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- Department of Orthopedics, The Second Affiliated Hospital of Harbin Medical University, Harbin, China
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- Department of Typhoid, School of Basic Medical Sciences, Heilongjiang University of Chinese Medicine, Harbin, China
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Zou J, Yuan Z, Chen X, Chen Y, Yao M, Chen Y, Li X, Chen Y, Ding W, Xia C, Zhao Y, Gao F. Hydrogen sulfide responsive nanoplatforms: Novel gas responsive drug delivery carriers for biomedical applications. Asian J Pharm Sci 2024; 19:100858. [PMID: 38362469 PMCID: PMC10867614 DOI: 10.1016/j.ajps.2023.100858] [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: 11/19/2022] [Revised: 07/30/2023] [Accepted: 10/06/2023] [Indexed: 02/17/2024] Open
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Hydrogen sulfide (H2S) is a toxic, essential gas used in various biological and physical processes and has been the subject of many targeted studies on its role as a new gas transmitter. These studies have mainly focused on the production and pharmacological side effects caused by H2S. Therefore, effective strategies to remove H2S has become a key research topic. Furthermore, the development of novel nanoplatforms has provided new tools for the targeted removal of H2S. This paper was performed to review the association between H2S and disease, related H2S inhibitory drugs, as well as H2S responsive nanoplatforms (HRNs). This review first analyzed the role of H2S in multiple tissues and conditions. Second, common drugs used to eliminate H2S, as well as their potential for combination with anticancer agents, were summarized. Not only the existing studies on HRNs, but also the inhibition H2S combined with different therapeutic methods were both sorted out in this review. Furthermore, this review provided in-depth analysis of the potential of HRNs about treatment or detection in detail. Finally, potential challenges of HRNs were proposed. This study demonstrates the excellent potential of HRNs for biomedical applications.
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- Jiafeng Zou
- Shanghai Frontier Science Research Base of Optogenetic Techniques for Cell Metabolism, School of Pharmacy, East China University of Science and Technology, Shanghai 200237, China
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- Shanghai Frontier Science Research Base of Optogenetic Techniques for Cell Metabolism, School of Pharmacy, East China University of Science and Technology, Shanghai 200237, China
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- Key Laboratory of Neuropharmacology and Translational Medicine of Zhejiang Province, School of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Zhejiang Chinese Medical University, Hangzhou 310053, China
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- Shanghai Frontier Science Research Base of Optogenetic Techniques for Cell Metabolism, School of Pharmacy, East China University of Science and Technology, Shanghai 200237, China
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- Shanghai Frontier Science Research Base of Optogenetic Techniques for Cell Metabolism, School of Pharmacy, East China University of Science and Technology, Shanghai 200237, China
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- Shanghai Frontier Science Research Base of Optogenetic Techniques for Cell Metabolism, School of Pharmacy, East China University of Science and Technology, Shanghai 200237, China
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- Shanghai Frontier Science Research Base of Optogenetic Techniques for Cell Metabolism, School of Pharmacy, East China University of Science and Technology, Shanghai 200237, China
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- Shanghai Frontier Science Research Base of Optogenetic Techniques for Cell Metabolism, School of Pharmacy, East China University of Science and Technology, Shanghai 200237, China
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- Shanghai Frontier Science Research Base of Optogenetic Techniques for Cell Metabolism, School of Pharmacy, East China University of Science and Technology, Shanghai 200237, China
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- Shanghai Frontier Science Research Base of Optogenetic Techniques for Cell Metabolism, School of Pharmacy, East China University of Science and Technology, Shanghai 200237, China
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- Shanghai Frontier Science Research Base of Optogenetic Techniques for Cell Metabolism, School of Pharmacy, East China University of Science and Technology, Shanghai 200237, China
- Shanghai Key Laboratory of New Drug Design, School of Pharmacy, East China University of Science and Technology, Shanghai 200237, China
- Optogenetics and Synthetic Biology Interdisciplinary Research Center, State Key Laboratory of Bioreactor Engineering, East China University of Science and Technology, Shanghai 200237, China
- CAS Center for Excellence in Brain Science, Shanghai Institutes for Biological Sciences, Chinese Academy of Sciences, Shanghai 200031, China
- Research Unit of New Techniques for Live-cell Metabolic Imaging, Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences, Beijing 100050, China
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- Shanghai Frontier Science Research Base of Optogenetic Techniques for Cell Metabolism, School of Pharmacy, East China University of Science and Technology, Shanghai 200237, China
- Shanghai Key Laboratory of Functional Materials Chemistry, East China University of Science and Technology, Shanghai 200237, China
- Shanghai Key Laboratory of New Drug Design, School of Pharmacy, East China University of Science and Technology, Shanghai 200237, China
- Optogenetics and Synthetic Biology Interdisciplinary Research Center, State Key Laboratory of Bioreactor Engineering, East China University of Science and Technology, Shanghai 200237, China
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Fang X, Wang S, Wang Q, Gong J, Li L, Lu H, Xue P, Ren Z, Wang X. A highly selective and sensitive fluorescence probe based on BODIPY-cyclen for hydrogen sulfide detection in living cells and serum. Talanta 2024; 268:125339. [PMID: 37918241 DOI: 10.1016/j.talanta.2023.125339] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/04/2023] [Revised: 10/19/2023] [Accepted: 10/23/2023] [Indexed: 11/04/2023]
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Hydrogen sulfide (H2S) is a multifunctional gaseous signaling molecule that plays a vital role in several biological processes. In the present study, a BODIPY-based fluorescent probe called 8-[4-((1,4,7,10-tetraazacyclododecane)methyl)phenyl]-4,4-difluoro-1,3,5,7-tetramethyl-4-bora-3a, 4a-diaza-s-indacene (BA-Cyclen)-Cu was designed and synthesized; this probe is a Cu(Ⅱ) complex that uses Cu(Ⅱ) decomplexation to achieve the sensitive and rapid detection of aqueous H2S via the "turn-on" mode. We observed that BA-Cyclen-Cu exhibited good membrane permeability, low toxicity, and lysosome-targeting ability, facilitating H2S detection in living cells. Furthermore, we demonstrated the potential biological applications of the probe by measuring exogenous H2S originating from Na2S and GYY4137, a slow-release donor, and endogenous H2S generated via the catalysis of cystathionine-β-synthase in both normal (H9c2) and cancerous (U87) cells. Moreover, BA-Cyclen-Cu was successfully used to detect exogenous H2S by the external standard method in fetal bovine serum, the serum of a healthy person, and the serum of a patient with liver cancer.
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- Xiao Fang
- School of Pharmacy, Xianning Medical College, Hubei University of Science and Technology, Xianning 437100, PR China
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- School of Pharmacy, Xianning Medical College, Hubei University of Science and Technology, Xianning 437100, PR China; Hubei Key Laboratory of Diabetes and Angiopathy, Medicine Research Institute, Xianning Medical College, Hubei University of Science and Technology, Xianning 437100, PR China
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- School of Pharmacy, Xianning Medical College, Hubei University of Science and Technology, Xianning 437100, PR China
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- School of Pharmacy, Xianning Medical College, Hubei University of Science and Technology, Xianning 437100, PR China
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- Beijing You'an Hospital, Capital Medical University, Beijing 100071, PR China
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- School of Pharmacy, Xianning Medical College, Hubei University of Science and Technology, Xianning 437100, PR China
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- School of Pharmacy, Xianning Medical College, Hubei University of Science and Technology, Xianning 437100, PR China
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- Hubei Key Laboratory of Diabetes and Angiopathy, Medicine Research Institute, Xianning Medical College, Hubei University of Science and Technology, Xianning 437100, PR China.
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- School of Pharmacy, Xianning Medical College, Hubei University of Science and Technology, Xianning 437100, PR China; Hubei Engineering Research Center of Traditional Chinese Medicine of South Hubei Province, Xianning 437100, PR China.
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Coavoy-Sanchez SA, da Costa Marques LA, Costa SKP, Muscara MN. Role of Gasotransmitters in Inflammatory Edema. Antioxid Redox Signal 2024; 40:272-291. [PMID: 36974358 DOI: 10.1089/ars.2022.0089] [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] [Indexed: 03/29/2023]
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Significance: Nitric oxide (NO), carbon monoxide (CO), and hydrogen sulfide (H2S) are, to date, the identified members of the gasotransmitter family, which consists of gaseous signaling molecules that play central roles in the regulation of a wide variety of physiological and pathophysiological processes, including inflammatory edema. Recent Advances: Recent studies show the potential anti-inflammatory and antiedematogenic effects of NO-, CO-, and H2S-donors in vivo. In general, it has been observed that the therapeutical effects of NO-donors are more relevant when administered at low doses at the onset of the inflammatory process. Regarding CO-donors, their antiedematogenic effects are mainly associated with inhibition of proinflammatory mediators (such as inducible NO synthase [iNOS]-derived NO), and the observed protective effects of H2S-donors seem to be mediated by reducing some proinflammatory enzyme activities. Critical Issues: The most recent investigations focus on the interactions among the gasotransmitters under different pathophysiological conditions. However, the biochemical/pharmacological nature of these interactions is neither general nor fully understood, although specifically dependent on the site where the inflammatory edema occurs. Future Directions: Considering the nature of the involved mechanisms, a deeper knowledge of the interactions among the gasotransmitters is mandatory. In addition, the development of new pharmacological tools, either donors or synthesis inhibitors of the three gasotransmitters, will certainly aid the basic investigations and open new strategies for the therapeutic treatment of inflammatory edema. Antioxid. Redox Signal. 40, 272-291.
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- Department of Pharmacology, Institute of Biomedical Sciences, University of São Paulo, Sao Paulo, Brazil
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- Department of Pharmacology, Institute of Biomedical Sciences, University of São Paulo, Sao Paulo, Brazil
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Halliwell B. Understanding mechanisms of antioxidant action in health and disease. Nat Rev Mol Cell Biol 2024; 25:13-33. [PMID: 37714962 DOI: 10.1038/s41580-023-00645-4] [Citation(s) in RCA: 56] [Impact Index Per Article: 56.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 07/17/2023] [Indexed: 09/17/2023]
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Several different reactive oxygen species (ROS) are generated in vivo. They have roles in the development of certain human diseases whilst also performing physiological functions. ROS are counterbalanced by an antioxidant defence network, which functions to modulate ROS levels to allow their physiological roles whilst minimizing the oxidative damage they cause that can contribute to disease development. This Review describes the mechanisms of action of antioxidants synthesized in vivo, antioxidants derived from the human diet and synthetic antioxidants developed as therapeutic agents, with a focus on the gaps in our current knowledge and the approaches needed to close them. The Review also explores the reasons behind the successes and failures of antioxidants in treating or preventing human disease. Antioxidants may have special roles in the gastrointestinal tract, and many lifestyle features known to promote health (especially diet, exercise and the control of blood glucose and cholesterol levels) may be acting, at least in part, by antioxidant mechanisms. Certain reactive sulfur species may be important antioxidants but more accurate determinations of their concentrations in vivo are needed to help assess their contributions.
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- Barry Halliwell
- Department of Biochemistry, Yong Loo Lin School of Medicine, National University of Singapore, Singapore, Singapore.
- Neurobiology Research Programme, Life Sciences Institute, Centre for Life Sciences, National University of Singapore, Singapore, Singapore.
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Tao BB, Zhu Q, Zhu YC. Mechanisms Underlying the Hydrogen Sulfide Actions: Target Molecules and Downstream Signaling Pathways. Antioxid Redox Signal 2024; 40:86-109. [PMID: 37548532 DOI: 10.1089/ars.2023.0401] [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] [Indexed: 08/08/2023]
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Significance: As a new important gas signaling molecule like nitric oxide (NO) and carbon dioxide (CO), hydrogen sulfide (H2S), which can be produced by endogenous H2S-producing enzymes through l-cysteine metabolism in mammalian cells, has attracted wide attention for long. H2S has been proved to play an important regulatory role in numerous physiological and pathophysiological processes. However, the deep mechanisms of those different functions of H2S still remain uncertain. A better understanding of the mechanisms can help us develop novel therapeutic strategies. Recent Advances: H2S can play a regulating role through various mechanisms, such as regulating epigenetic modification, protein expression levels, protein activity, protein localization, redox microenvironment, and interaction with other gas signaling molecules such as NO and CO. In addition to discussing the molecular mechanisms of H2S from the above perspectives, this article will review the regulation of H2S on common signaling pathways in the cells, including the phosphoinositide 3-kinase (PI3K)/protein kinase B (Akt), mitogen-activated protein kinase (MAPK), Janus kinase (JAK)/signal transducer, and activator of transcription (STAT) signaling pathway. Critical Issues: Although there are many studies on the mechanism of H2S, little is known about its direct target molecules. This article will also review the existing reports about them. Furthermore, the interaction between direct target molecules of H2S and the downstream signaling pathways involved also needs to be clarified. Future Directions: An in-depth discussion of the mechanism of H2S and the direct target molecules will help us achieving a deeper understanding of the physiological and pathophysiological processes regulated by H2S, and lay a foundation for developing new clinical therapeutic drugs in the future. Innovation: This review focuses on the regulation of H2S on signaling pathways and the direct target molecules of H2S. We also provide details on the underlying mechanisms of H2S functions from the following aspects: epigenetic modification, regulation of protein expression levels, protein activity, protein localization, redox microenvironment, and interaction with other gas signaling molecules such as NO and CO. Further study of the mechanisms underlying H2S will help us better understand the physiological and pathophysiological processes it regulates, and help develop new clinical therapeutic drugs in the future. Antioxid. Redox Signal. 40, 86-109.
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- Bei-Bei Tao
- Shanghai Key Laboratory of Bioactive Small Molecules, Department of Physiology and Pathophysiology, School of Basic Medical Sciences, Fudan University Shanghai Medical College, Shanghai, China
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- Shanghai Key Laboratory of Bioactive Small Molecules, Department of Physiology and Pathophysiology, School of Basic Medical Sciences, Fudan University Shanghai Medical College, Shanghai, China
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- Shanghai Key Laboratory of Bioactive Small Molecules, Department of Physiology and Pathophysiology, School of Basic Medical Sciences, Fudan University Shanghai Medical College, Shanghai, China
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Nguyen TTP, Nguyen PL, Park SH, Jung CH, Jeon TI. Hydrogen Sulfide and Liver Health: Insights into Liver Diseases. Antioxid Redox Signal 2024; 40:122-144. [PMID: 37917113 DOI: 10.1089/ars.2023.0404] [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] [Indexed: 11/03/2023]
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Significance: Hydrogen sulfide (H2S) is a recently recognized gasotransmitter involved in physiological and pathological conditions in mammals. It protects organs from oxidative stress, inflammation, hypertension, and cell death. With abundant expression of H2S-production enzymes, the liver is closely linked to H2S signaling. Recent Advances: Hepatic H2S comes from various sources, including gut microbiota, exogenous sulfur salts, and endogenous production. Recent studies highlight the importance of hepatic H2S in liver diseases such as nonalcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD), liver injury, and cancer, particularly at advanced stages. Endogenous H2S production deficiency is associated with severe liver disease, while exogenous H2S donors protect against liver dysfunction. Critical Issues: However, the roles of H2S in NAFLD, liver injury, and liver cancer are still debated, and its effects depend on donor type, dosage, treatment duration, and cell type, suggesting a multifaceted role. This review aimed to critically evaluate H2S production, metabolism, mode of action, and roles in liver function and disease. Future Direction: Understanding H2S's precise roles and mechanisms in liver health will advance potential therapeutic applications in preclinical and clinical research. Targeting H2S-producing enzymes and exogenous H2S sources, alone or in combination with other drugs, could be explored. Quantifying endogenous H2S levels may aid in diagnosing and managing liver diseases. Antioxid. Redox Signal. 40, 122-144.
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- Thuy T P Nguyen
- Department of Animal Science, College of Agriculture and Life Science, Chonnam National University, Gwangju, Republic of Korea
- Division of Radiation and Genome Stability, Department of Radiation Oncology, Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, Harvard Medical School, Boston, Massachusetts, USA
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- Department of Animal Science, College of Agriculture and Life Science, Chonnam National University, Gwangju, Republic of Korea
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- Aging and Metabolism Research Group, Korea Food Research Institute, Wanju-gun, Republic of Korea
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- Aging and Metabolism Research Group, Korea Food Research Institute, Wanju-gun, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Animal Science, College of Agriculture and Life Science, Chonnam National University, Gwangju, Republic of Korea
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Abolfazli S, Ebrahimi N, Morabi E, Asgari Yazdi MA, Zengin G, Sathyapalan T, Jamialahmadi T, Sahebkar A. Hydrogen Sulfide: Physiological Roles and Therapeutic Implications against COVID-19. Curr Med Chem 2024; 31:3132-3148. [PMID: 37138436 DOI: 10.2174/0929867330666230502111227] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/26/2022] [Revised: 01/19/2023] [Accepted: 02/10/2023] [Indexed: 05/05/2023]
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The COVID-19 pandemic due to severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-COV-2) poses a major menace to economic and public health worldwide. Angiotensin-converting enzyme 2 (ACE2) and transmembrane protease serine 2 (TMPRSS2) are two host proteins that play an essential function in the entry of SARS-- COV-2 into host cells. Hydrogen sulfide (H2S), a new gasotransmitter, has been shown to protect the lungs from potential damage through its anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, antiviral, and anti-aging effects. It is well known that H2S is crucial in controlling the inflammatory reaction and the pro-inflammatory cytokine storm. Therefore, it has been suggested that some H2S donors may help treat acute lung inflammation. Furthermore, recent research illuminates a number of mechanisms of action that may explain the antiviral properties of H2S. Some early clinical findings indicate a negative correlation between endogenous H2S concentrations and COVID-19 intensity. Therefore, reusing H2S-releasing drugs could represent a curative option for COVID-19 therapy.
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- Sajad Abolfazli
- Student Research Committee, School of Pharmacy, Mazandaran University of Medical Science, Sari, Iran
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- Student Research Committee, School of Pharmacy, Mashhad University of Medical Science, Mashhad, Iran
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- Student Research Committee, School of Pharmacy, Shahid Sadoughi University of Medical Science, Yazd, Iran
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- Department of Biology, Science Faculty, Selcuk University, Konya 42130, Turkey
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- Academic Diabetes, Endocrinology and Metabolism, Hull York Medical School, University of Hull, United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland
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- Applied Biomedical Research Center, Mashhad University of Medical Sciences, Mashhad, Iran
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- Applied Biomedical Research Center, Mashhad University of Medical Sciences, Mashhad, Iran
- Biotechnology Research Center, Pharmaceutical Technology Institute, Mashhad University of Medical Sciences, Mashhad, Iran
- Department of Biotechnology, School of Pharmacy, Mashhad University of Medical Sciences, Mashhad, Iran
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Hipólito A, Mendes C, Martins F, Lemos I, Francisco I, Cunha F, Almodôvar T, Albuquerque C, Gonçalves LG, Bonifácio VDB, Vicente JB, Serpa J. H 2S-Synthesizing Enzymes Are Putative Determinants in Lung Cancer Management toward Personalized Medicine. Antioxidants (Basel) 2023; 13:51. [PMID: 38247476 PMCID: PMC10812562 DOI: 10.3390/antiox13010051] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/05/2023] [Revised: 12/24/2023] [Accepted: 12/26/2023] [Indexed: 01/23/2024] Open
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Lung cancer is a lethal disease with no truly efficient therapeutic management despite the progresses, and metabolic profiling can be a way of stratifying patients who may benefit from new therapies. The present study is dedicated to profiling cysteine metabolic pathways in NSCLC cell lines and tumor samples. This was carried out by analyzing hydrogen sulfide (H2S) and ATP levels, examining mRNA and protein expression patterns of cysteine catabolic enzymes and transporters, and conducting metabolomics analysis using nuclear magnetic resonance (NMR) spectroscopy. Selenium-chrysin (SeChry) was tested as a therapeutic alternative with the aim of having an effect on cysteine catabolism and showed promising results. NSCLC cell lines presented different cysteine metabolic patterns, with A549 and H292 presenting a higher reliance on cystathionine β-synthase (CBS) and cystathionine γ-lyase (CSE) to maintain H2S levels, while the PC-9 cell line presented an adaptive behavior based on the use of mercaptopyruvate sulfurtransferase (MST) and cysteine dioxygenase (CDO1), both contributing to the role of cysteine as a pyruvate source. The analyses of human lung tumor samples corroborated this variability in profiles, meaning that the expression of certain genes may be informative in defining prognosis and new targets. Heterogeneity points out individual profiles, and the identification of new targets among metabolic players is a step forward in cancer management toward personalized medicine.
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- Ana Hipólito
- iNOVA4Health, NOVA Medical School, 1150-069 Lisbon, Portugal; (A.H.); (C.M.); (F.M.); (I.L.)
- Molecular Pathobiology Research Unit, fromThe Portuguese Institute of Oncology (IPOLFG), 1099-023 Lisbon, Portugal; (I.F.); (C.A.)
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- iNOVA4Health, NOVA Medical School, 1150-069 Lisbon, Portugal; (A.H.); (C.M.); (F.M.); (I.L.)
- Molecular Pathobiology Research Unit, fromThe Portuguese Institute of Oncology (IPOLFG), 1099-023 Lisbon, Portugal; (I.F.); (C.A.)
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- iNOVA4Health, NOVA Medical School, 1150-069 Lisbon, Portugal; (A.H.); (C.M.); (F.M.); (I.L.)
- Molecular Pathobiology Research Unit, fromThe Portuguese Institute of Oncology (IPOLFG), 1099-023 Lisbon, Portugal; (I.F.); (C.A.)
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- iNOVA4Health, NOVA Medical School, 1150-069 Lisbon, Portugal; (A.H.); (C.M.); (F.M.); (I.L.)
- Molecular Pathobiology Research Unit, fromThe Portuguese Institute of Oncology (IPOLFG), 1099-023 Lisbon, Portugal; (I.F.); (C.A.)
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- Molecular Pathobiology Research Unit, fromThe Portuguese Institute of Oncology (IPOLFG), 1099-023 Lisbon, Portugal; (I.F.); (C.A.)
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- Pathology Department, The Portuguese Institute of Oncology (IPOLFG), 1099-023 Lisbon, Portugal;
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- Pneumology Department, The Portuguese Institute of Oncology (IPOLFG), 1099-023 Lisbon, Portugal;
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- Molecular Pathobiology Research Unit, fromThe Portuguese Institute of Oncology (IPOLFG), 1099-023 Lisbon, Portugal; (I.F.); (C.A.)
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- Institute of Chemical and Biological Technology António Xavier (ITQB NOVA), 2780-157 Oeiras, Portugal; (L.G.G.); (J.B.V.)
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- IBB-Institute for Bioengineering and Biosciences, Associate Laboratory i4HB-Institute for Health and Bioeconomy, IST-Lisbon University, 1049-001 Lisbon, Portugal;
- Bioengineering Department, IST-Lisbon University, 1049-001 Lisbon, Portugal
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- Institute of Chemical and Biological Technology António Xavier (ITQB NOVA), 2780-157 Oeiras, Portugal; (L.G.G.); (J.B.V.)
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- iNOVA4Health, NOVA Medical School, 1150-069 Lisbon, Portugal; (A.H.); (C.M.); (F.M.); (I.L.)
- Molecular Pathobiology Research Unit, fromThe Portuguese Institute of Oncology (IPOLFG), 1099-023 Lisbon, Portugal; (I.F.); (C.A.)
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Ghasemi A, Jeddi S, Yousefzadeh N, Kashfi K, Norouzirad R. Dissolving sodium hydrosulfide in drinking water is not a good source of hydrogen sulfide for animal studies. Sci Rep 2023; 13:21839. [PMID: 38071388 PMCID: PMC10710449 DOI: 10.1038/s41598-023-49437-y] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/03/2023] [Accepted: 12/07/2023] [Indexed: 12/18/2023] Open
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Hydrogen sulfide (H2S) has many physiological and pathological roles in the human body. Sodium hydrosulfide (NaHS) is widely used as a pharmacological tool for assessing H2S effects in biological experiments. Although H2S loss from NaHS solution is a matter of minutes, some animal studies use NaHS in solution as an H2S-donating compound in drinking water. This study addresses whether 30 μM NaHS in drinking water prepared in rat/mouse water bottles remains stable for at least 12-24 h, as presumed by some authors. NaHS solutions (30 μM) were prepared in drinking water and immediately transferred to rat/mice water bottles. Samples were obtained from the tip of water bottles and from inside of the bottles at 0, 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 12, and 24 h for sulfide measurement using the methylene blue method. Furthermore, NaHS (30 μM) was administered to male and female rats for two weeks, and serum sulfide concentrations were measured every other day in the first week and at the end of the second week. NaHS solution was unstable in the samples obtained from the tip of water bottles; it declined by 72% and 75% after 12 and 24 h, respectively. In the samples obtained from the inside of the water bottles, the decline in the NaHS was not significant until 2 h; however, it decreased by 47% and 72% after 12 and 24 h, respectively. NaHS administration did not affect serum sulfide levels in male and female rats. In conclusion, NaHS solution prepared in drinking water can not be used for H2S donation as the solution is unstable. This route of administration exposes animals to variable and lower-than-expected amounts of NaHS.
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- Asghar Ghasemi
- Endocrine Physiology Research Center, Research Institute for Endocrine Sciences, Shahid Beheshti University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
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- Endocrine Physiology Research Center, Research Institute for Endocrine Sciences, Shahid Beheshti University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
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- Endocrine Physiology Research Center, Research Institute for Endocrine Sciences, Shahid Beheshti University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
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- Department of Molecular, Cellular, and Biomedical Sciences, Sophie Davis School of Biomedical Education, City University of New York School of Medicine, New York, NY, USA
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- Department of Biochemistry, School of Medicine, Dezful University of Medical Sciences, Dezful, Iran.
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Wu M, Gong D, Zhou Y, Zha Z, Xia X. Activatable probes with potential for intraoperative tumor-specific fluorescence-imaging guided surgery. J Mater Chem B 2023; 11:9777-9797. [PMID: 37749982 DOI: 10.1039/d3tb01590d] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 09/27/2023]
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Owing to societal development and aging population, the impact of cancer on human health and quality of life has increased. Early detection and surgical treatment are the most effective approaches for most cancer patients. As the scope of conventional tumor resection is determined by auxiliary examination and surgeon experience, there is often insufficient recognition of tiny tumors. The ability to detect such tumors can be improved by using fluorescent tumor-specific probes for surgical navigation. This review mainly describes the design principles and mechanisms of activatable probes for the fluorescence imaging of tumors. This type of probe is nonfluorescent in normal tissue but exhibits obvious fluorescence emission upon encountering tumor-specific substrates, such as enzymes or bioactive molecules, or changes in the microenvironment, such as a low pH. In some cases, a single-factor response does not guarantee the effective fluorescence labeling of tumors. Therefore, two-factor-activatable fluorescence imaging probes that react with two specific factors in tumor cells have also been developed. Compared with single biomarker testing, the simultaneous monitoring of multiple biomarkers may provide additional insight into the role of these substances in cancer development and aid in improving the accuracy of early cancer diagnosis. Research and progress in this field can provide new methods for precision medicine and targeted therapy. The development of new approaches for early diagnosis and treatment can effectively improve the prognosis of cancer patients and help enhance their quality of life.
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- Mingzhu Wu
- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Anhui Provincial Children's Hospital, Children's Hospital of Fudan University Anhui Hospital, Children's Hospital of Anhui Medical University, Hefei, Anhui 230051, P. R. China.
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- School of Food and Biological Engineering, Hefei University of Technology, Hefei, Anhui 230009, P. R. China.
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Anhui Provincial Children's Hospital, Children's Hospital of Fudan University Anhui Hospital, Children's Hospital of Anhui Medical University, Hefei, Anhui 230051, P. R. China.
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- School of Food and Biological Engineering, Hefei University of Technology, Hefei, Anhui 230009, P. R. China.
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Anhui Provincial Children's Hospital, Children's Hospital of Fudan University Anhui Hospital, Children's Hospital of Anhui Medical University, Hefei, Anhui 230051, P. R. China.
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Sawase LR, Kumar TA, Mathew AB, Khodade VS, Toscano JP, Saini DK, Chakrapani H. β-Galactosidase-activated nitroxyl (HNO) donors provide insights into redox cross-talk in senescent cells. Chem Commun (Camb) 2023; 59:12751-12754. [PMID: 37811588 DOI: 10.1039/d3cc03094f] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/10/2023]
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The cross-talk among reductive and oxidative species (redox cross-talk), especially those derived from sulfur, nitrogen and oxygen, influence several physiological processes including aging. One major hallmark of aging is cellular senescence, which is associated with chronic systemic inflammation. Here, we report a chemical tool that generates nitoxyl (HNO) upon activation by β-galactosidase, an enzyme that is over-expressed in senescent cells. In a radiation-induced senescence model, the HNO donor suppressed reactive oxygen species (ROS) in a hydrogen sulfide (H2S)-dependent manner. Hence, the newly developed tool provides insights into redox cross-talk and establishes the foundation for new interventions that modulate levels of these species to mitigate oxidative stress and inflammation.
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- Laxman R Sawase
- Department of Chemistry, Indian Institute of Science Education and Research, Pune, Pune 411 008, Maharashtra, India.
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- Department of Chemistry, Indian Institute of Science Education and Research, Pune, Pune 411 008, Maharashtra, India.
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- Department of Developmental Biology and Genetics, Indian Institute of Science, Bangalore 560012, Karnataka, India
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- Department of Chemistry, Johns Hopkins University, Baltimore, MD, USA
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- Department of Chemistry, Johns Hopkins University, Baltimore, MD, USA
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- Department of Developmental Biology and Genetics, Indian Institute of Science, Bangalore 560012, Karnataka, India
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- Department of Chemistry, Indian Institute of Science Education and Research, Pune, Pune 411 008, Maharashtra, India.
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Liu X, Zhou H, Zhang H, Jin H, He Y. Advances in the research of sulfur dioxide and pulmonary hypertension. Front Pharmacol 2023; 14:1282403. [PMID: 37900169 PMCID: PMC10602757 DOI: 10.3389/fphar.2023.1282403] [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: 08/24/2023] [Accepted: 10/02/2023] [Indexed: 10/31/2023] Open
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Pulmonary hypertension (PH) is a fatal disease caused by progressive pulmonary vascular remodeling (PVR). Currently, the mechanisms underlying the occurrence and progression of PVR remain unclear, and effective therapeutic approaches to reverse PVR and PH are lacking. Since the beginning of the 21st century, the endogenous sulfur dioxide (SO2)/aspartate transaminase system has emerged as a novel research focus in the fields of PH and PVR. As a gaseous signaling molecule, SO2 metabolism is tightly regulated in the pulmonary vasculature and is associated with the development of PH as it is involved in the regulation of pathological and physiological activities, such as pulmonary vascular cellular inflammation, proliferation and collagen metabolism, to exert a protective effect against PH. In this review, we present an overview of the studies conducted to date that have provided a theoretical basis for the development of SO2-related drug to inhibit or reverse PVR and effectively treat PH-related diseases.
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- Xin Liu
- Department of Pediatric Cardiac Center, Beijing Anzhen Hospital, Capital Medical University, Beijing, China
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- Departments of Medicine and Physiology, Tulane University School of Medicine, New Orleans, LA, United States
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- Department of Pediatric Cardiac Center, Beijing Anzhen Hospital, Capital Medical University, Beijing, China
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- Department of Pediatrics, Peking University First Hospital, Beijing, China
- State Key Laboratory of Vascular Homeostasis and Remodeling, Peking University, Beijing, China
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- Department of Pediatric Cardiac Center, Beijing Anzhen Hospital, Capital Medical University, Beijing, China
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Banik D, Karak A, Halder S, Banerjee S, Mandal M, Maiti A, Jana K, Mahapatra AK. A turn-on fluorescent probe for selective detection of H 2S in environmental samples and bio-imaging in human breast cancer cells. Org Biomol Chem 2023; 21:8020-8030. [PMID: 37772332 DOI: 10.1039/d3ob01319g] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 09/30/2023]
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A triphenylamine-benzothaizole-based turn-on fluorescent probe TPB-NO2 was designed and synthesized for tracking H2S in both environmental and biological samples depending upon the sensing strategy of thiolysis of 2,4-dinitrophenyl (DNP) ether. Due to PET (photoinduced electron transfer), occurring from donor triphenylamine moiety to acceptor DNP moiety, the probe TPB-NO2 itself is very weakly fluorescent and colorless in DMSO/H2O solution (1 : 1, v/v; 10 mM HEPES buffer, pH 7.4). But the addition of H2S leads to thiolysis of 2,4-dinitrophenyl ether to block the initial PET process and hence it exhibits naked eye detectable turn-on response with bright cyan fluorescence and intense brown color. Not only that, the probe exhibits excellent selectivity over other bio-thiols like Cysteine (Cys), homocysteine (Hcy), and glutathione (GSH), fast response time (<2 min), and high sensitivity with a detection limit of 9.81 nM. Moreover, to explore the practical applicability of our probe we employed it to monitor H2S successfully in environmental water samples, solid-state TLC strip study, Quantitative determination of H2S in eggs, and in the bioimaging of human breast cancer cells (MDA-MB 231).
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- Dipanjan Banik
- Molecular Sensor and Supramolecular Chemistry Laboratory, Department of Chemistry, Indian Institute of Engineering Science and Technology, Shibpur, Howrah-711103, West Bengal, India.
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- Molecular Sensor and Supramolecular Chemistry Laboratory, Department of Chemistry, Indian Institute of Engineering Science and Technology, Shibpur, Howrah-711103, West Bengal, India.
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- Division of Molecular Medicine, Bose Institute, P 1/12, CIT Scheme VIIM, Kolkata 700054, India
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- Molecular Sensor and Supramolecular Chemistry Laboratory, Department of Chemistry, Indian Institute of Engineering Science and Technology, Shibpur, Howrah-711103, West Bengal, India.
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- Molecular Sensor and Supramolecular Chemistry Laboratory, Department of Chemistry, Indian Institute of Engineering Science and Technology, Shibpur, Howrah-711103, West Bengal, India.
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- Molecular Sensor and Supramolecular Chemistry Laboratory, Department of Chemistry, Indian Institute of Engineering Science and Technology, Shibpur, Howrah-711103, West Bengal, India.
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- Division of Molecular Medicine, Bose Institute, P 1/12, CIT Scheme VIIM, Kolkata 700054, India
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- Molecular Sensor and Supramolecular Chemistry Laboratory, Department of Chemistry, Indian Institute of Engineering Science and Technology, Shibpur, Howrah-711103, West Bengal, India.
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Yang M, Smith BC. Cysteine and methionine oxidation in thrombotic disorders. Curr Opin Chem Biol 2023; 76:102350. [PMID: 37331217 PMCID: PMC10527720 DOI: 10.1016/j.cbpa.2023.102350] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/27/2023] [Revised: 05/19/2023] [Accepted: 05/22/2023] [Indexed: 06/20/2023]
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Thrombosis is the leading cause of death in many diseased conditions. Oxidative stress is characteristic of these conditions. Yet, the mechanisms through which oxidants become prothrombotic are unclear. Recent evidence suggests protein cysteine and methionine oxidation as prothrombotic regulators. These oxidative post-translational modifications occur on proteins that participate in the thrombotic process, including Src family kinases, protein disulfide isomerase, β2 glycoprotein I, von Willebrand factor, and fibrinogen. New chemical tools to identify oxidized cysteine and methionine proteins in thrombosis and hemostasis, including carbon nucleophiles for cysteine sulfenylation and oxaziridines for methionine, are critical to understanding why clots occur during oxidative stress. These mechanisms will identify alternative or novel therapeutic approaches to treat thrombotic disorders in diseased conditions.
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- Moua Yang
- Division of Hemostasis and Thrombosis, Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center and Harvard Medical School, Boston, MA 02115, USA.
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- Department of Biochemistry, Medical College of Wisconsin, Milwaukee, WI 53226, USA; Program in Chemical Biology, Medical College of Wisconsin, Milwaukee, WI 53226, USA.
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Sun X, Liang X, Wang Y, Ma P, Xiong W, Qian S, Cui Y, Zhang H, Chen X, Tian F, Shi Y, Zheng F, Li L. A tumor microenvironment-activatable nanoplatform with phycocyanin-assisted in-situ nanoagent generation for synergistic treatment of colorectal cancer. Biomaterials 2023; 301:122263. [PMID: 37549506 DOI: 10.1016/j.biomaterials.2023.122263] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/18/2023] [Revised: 07/26/2023] [Accepted: 07/30/2023] [Indexed: 08/09/2023]
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The in-situ generation of therapeutic agents in targeted lesions is promising for revolutionizing oncotherapy but is limited by the low production efficiency. Given the specific tumor microenvironment (TME) of colorectal cancer (CRC), i.e., mild acidity, overexpressed H2O2, glutathione (GSH) and H2S, we develop phycocyanin (PC) encapsulated PZTC/SS/HA nanocapsules (NCs) for TME-responsive, protein-assisted "turn-on'' therapy of CRC. The NCs are prepared by sequentially assembling Cu2+-tannic acid (TA) coordination shell, disulfide bond-bearing cross-linker, and hyaluronic acid (HA) on the sacrificial template ZIF-8, thus achieving pH-, GSH-responsiveness, and tumor targeting capability, respectively. Once reaching the CRC sites, the NCs can quickly disintegrate and release Cu2+ and PC, accompanied by subsequent endogenous H2S-triggered generation of copper sulfide (CuS). Significantly, the intracellular sulfidation process can be accelerated by PC, thereby enabling efficient photothermal therapy (PTT) under NIR-Ⅱ laser. Besides, Cu2+-associated chemodynamic therapy (CDT) can be simultaneously activated and enhanced by PTT-induced local hyperthermia and disulfide bond-induced GSH consumption. This CRC-targeted and TME-activated synergistic PTT/CDT strategy displays high therapeutic efficacy both in vitro and in vivo, which can open up a new avenue for biomolecule-assisted in-situ nanoagent generation and effective TME-responsive synergistic treatment of CRC.
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- Xiaoxiao Sun
- Department of Pharmaceutics, School of Pharmacy, Nanjing Medical University, Nanjing, 211166, China
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- Department of Pharmaceutics, School of Pharmacy, Nanjing Medical University, Nanjing, 211166, China
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- Department of Pharmaceutics, School of Pharmacy, Nanjing Medical University, Nanjing, 211166, China
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- School of Environmental & Chemical Engineering, Jiangsu University of Science and Technology, Zhenjiang, 212003, China
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- School of Environmental & Chemical Engineering, Jiangsu University of Science and Technology, Zhenjiang, 212003, China
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- Department of Pharmaceutics, School of Pharmacy, Nanjing Medical University, Nanjing, 211166, China
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- Department of Pharmaceutics, School of Pharmacy, Nanjing Medical University, Nanjing, 211166, China
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- Department of Pharmaceutics, School of Pharmacy, Nanjing Medical University, Nanjing, 211166, China
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- Department of Pharmaceutics, School of Pharmacy, Nanjing Medical University, Nanjing, 211166, China
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- Department of Pharmaceutics, School of Pharmacy, Nanjing Medical University, Nanjing, 211166, China
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- Department of Pharmaceutics, School of Pharmacy, Nanjing Medical University, Nanjing, 211166, China
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- School of Environmental & Chemical Engineering, Jiangsu University of Science and Technology, Zhenjiang, 212003, China.
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- Department of Pharmaceutics, School of Pharmacy, Nanjing Medical University, Nanjing, 211166, China.
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Chavada J, Muneshwar KN, Ghulaxe Y, Wani M, Sarda PP, Huse S. Antibiotic Resistance: Challenges and Strategies in Combating Infections. Cureus 2023; 15:e46013. [PMID: 37900415 PMCID: PMC10602366 DOI: 10.7759/cureus.46013] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/28/2023] [Accepted: 09/26/2023] [Indexed: 10/31/2023] Open
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From a broader perspective, antibiotic or antimicrobial resistance is still evolving and spreading internationally. Infectious diseases have become more complex and often impossible to cure, increasing morbidity and mortality. Despite the failure of conventional, standard antimicrobial therapy, no new class of antibiotics has been developed in the last 20 years, which results in various cutting-edge and other tactics that can be used to encounter these disease-causing microorganisms with antibiotic resistance. In the continued fight against bacterial infections, there is an urgent requirement for new antibiotics and other antimicrobials. Antibiotic resistance is inevitable, and pharmaceutical companies consistently show little interest in funding novel antibiotic research. Some methods are being used as a possible replacement for conventional antibiotics. Combination therapy, methods that target the proteins or enzymes that cause antimicrobial resistance and bacterial resistance, systems for delivery of the drug, physicochemical approaches, and informal ways, such as the CRISPR-Cas system, are some of these approaches. These various approaches influence how multi-drug-resistant organisms are handled in human clinical settings.
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- Jay Chavada
- Department of Community Medicine, Jawaharlal Nehru Medical College, Datta Meghe Institute of Higher Education and Research, Wardha, IND
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- Department of Community Medicine, Jawaharlal Nehru Medical College, Datta Meghe Institute of Higher Education and Research, Wardha, IND
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- Department of Community Medicine, Jawaharlal Nehru Medical College, Datta Meghe Institute of Higher Education and Research, Wardha, IND
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- Department of Community Medicine, Jawaharlal Nehru Medical College, Datta Meghe Institute of Higher Education and Research, Wardha, IND
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- Department of Community Medicine, Jawaharlal Nehru Medical College, Datta Meghe Institute of Higher Education and Research, Wardha, IND
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- Department of Community Medicine, Jawaharlal Nehru Medical College, Datta Meghe Institute of Higher Education and Research, Wardha, IND
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Gunduz H, Almammadov T, Dirak M, Acari A, Bozkurt B, Kolemen S. A mitochondria-targeted chemiluminescent probe for detection of hydrogen sulfide in cancer cells, human serum and in vivo. RSC Chem Biol 2023; 4:675-684. [PMID: 37654504 PMCID: PMC10467614 DOI: 10.1039/d3cb00070b] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/18/2023] [Accepted: 07/14/2023] [Indexed: 09/02/2023] Open
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Hydrogen sulfide (H2S) as a critical messenger molecule plays vital roles in regular cell function. However, abnormal levels of H2S, especially mitochondrial H2S, are directly correlated with the formation of pathological states including neurodegenerative diseases, cardiovascular disorders, and cancer. Thus, monitoring fluxes of mitochondrial H2S concentrations both in vitro and in vivo with high selectivity and sensitivity is crucial. In this direction, herein we developed the first ever example of a mitochondria-targeted and H2S-responsive new generation 1,2-dioxetane-based chemiluminescent probe (MCH). Chemiluminescent probes offer unique advantages compared to conventional fluorophores as they do not require external light irradiation to emit light. MCH exhibited a dramatic turn-on response in its luminescence signal upon reacting with H2S with high selectivity. It was used to detect H2S activity in different biological systems ranging from cancerous cells to human serum and tumor-bearing mice. We anticipate that MCH will pave the way for development of new organelle-targeted chemiluminescence agents towards imaging of different analytes in various biological models.
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- Hande Gunduz
- Nanofabrication and Nanocharacterization Center for Scientific and Technological Advanced Research, Koç University Istanbul 34450 Turkey
- Department of Chemistry, Koç University, Rumelifeneri Yolu Istanbul 34450 Turkey
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- Department of Chemistry, Koç University, Rumelifeneri Yolu Istanbul 34450 Turkey
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- Department of Chemistry, Koç University, Rumelifeneri Yolu Istanbul 34450 Turkey
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- Koç University Research Center for Translational Medicine (KUTTAM) Istanbul 34450 Turkey
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- Koç University Research Center for Translational Medicine (KUTTAM) Istanbul 34450 Turkey
- Graduate School of Health Sciences, Koç University, Rumelifeneri Yolu Istanbul 34450 Turkey
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- Department of Chemistry, Koç University, Rumelifeneri Yolu Istanbul 34450 Turkey
- Koç University Research Center for Translational Medicine (KUTTAM) Istanbul 34450 Turkey
- Koç University Surface Science and Technology Center (KUYTAM) Istanbul 34450 Turkey
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Feng W, Xiao Q, Wang L, Yang Y. A New Fluorescent Probe for Hydrogen Sulfide Detection in Solution and Living Cells. Molecules 2023; 28:6195. [PMID: 37687024 PMCID: PMC10488361 DOI: 10.3390/molecules28176195] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/12/2023] [Revised: 08/10/2023] [Accepted: 08/11/2023] [Indexed: 09/10/2023] Open
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Since Hydrogen Sulfide (H2S) was recognized as a gas transmitter, its detection and quantification have become a hot research topic among chemists and biologists. In this area, fluorescent probes have shown great advantages: fast and strong response, low detection limit and easy manipulation. Here we developed a new fluorescent probe that detected H2S selectively among various bioactive and inorganic salts. This probe was based on the core structure of fluorescein and reacted with H2S through azide-reduction. Great linearity was achieved correlating fluorescence intensity and H2S concentrations in solution. The detection of H2S in cancer cells was also achieved.
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- Wei Feng
- School of Pharmacy, Guizhou Medical University, Guiyang 550025, China
- BGI-Shenzhen, Shenzhen 518038, China
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- School of Pharmaceutical Sciences (Shenzhen), Sun Yat-sen University, Shenzhen 510006, China;
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- Department of Physiology, College of Basic Medicine, Guizhou Medical University, Guiyang 550025, China;
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- School of Pharmacy, Guizhou Medical University, Guiyang 550025, China
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Huang D, Jing G, Zhu S. Regulation of Mitochondrial Respiration by Hydrogen Sulfide. Antioxidants (Basel) 2023; 12:1644. [PMID: 37627639 PMCID: PMC10451548 DOI: 10.3390/antiox12081644] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/30/2023] [Revised: 08/10/2023] [Accepted: 08/14/2023] [Indexed: 08/27/2023] Open
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Hydrogen sulfide (H2S), the third gasotransmitter, has positive roles in animals and plants. Mitochondria are the source and the target of H2S and the regulatory hub in metabolism, stress, and disease. Mitochondrial bioenergetics is a vital process that produces ATP and provides energy to support the physiological and biochemical processes. H2S regulates mitochondrial bioenergetic functions and mitochondrial oxidative phosphorylation. The article summarizes the recent knowledge of the chemical and biological characteristics, the mitochondrial biosynthesis of H2S, and the regulatory effects of H2S on the tricarboxylic acid cycle and the mitochondrial respiratory chain complexes. The roles of H2S on the tricarboxylic acid cycle and mitochondrial respiratory complexes in mammals have been widely studied. The biological function of H2S is now a hot topic in plants. Mitochondria are also vital organelles regulating plant processes. The regulation of H2S in plant mitochondrial functions is gaining more and more attention. This paper mainly summarizes the current knowledge on the regulatory effects of H2S on the tricarboxylic acid cycle (TCA) and the mitochondrial respiratory chain. A study of the roles of H2S in mitochondrial respiration in plants to elucidate the botanical function of H2S in plants would be highly desirable.
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- College of Chemistry and Material Science, Shandong Agricultural University, Taian 271018, China; (D.H.); (G.J.)
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