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Brief Bioinform ; 25(2)2024 Jan 22.
Artigo em Inglês | MEDLINE | ID: mdl-38385874

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The three-dimensional (3D) structure of bacterial chromosomes is crucial for understanding chromosome function. With the growing availability of high-throughput chromosome conformation capture (3C/Hi-C) data, the 3D structure reconstruction algorithms have become powerful tools to study bacterial chromosome structure and function. It is highly desired to have a recommendation on the chromosome structure reconstruction tools to facilitate the prokaryotic 3D genomics. In this work, we review existing chromosome 3D structure reconstruction algorithms and classify them based on their underlying computational models into two categories: constraint-based modeling and thermodynamics-based modeling. We briefly compare these algorithms utilizing 3C/Hi-C datasets and fluorescence microscopy data obtained from Escherichia coli and Caulobacter crescentus, as well as simulated datasets. We discuss current challenges in the 3D reconstruction algorithms for bacterial chromosomes, primarily focusing on software usability. Finally, we briefly prospect future research directions for bacterial chromosome structure reconstruction algorithms.


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Bactérias , Estruturas Cromossômicas , Células Procarióticas , Cromossomos Bacterianos/genética , Algoritmos , Escherichia coli/genética
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Brief Bioinform ; 25(4)2024 May 23.
Artigo em Inglês | MEDLINE | ID: mdl-38975892

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Understanding the biological functions and processes of genes, particularly those not yet characterized, is crucial for advancing molecular biology and identifying therapeutic targets. The hypothesis guiding this study is that the 3D proximity of genes correlates with their functional interactions and relevance in prokaryotes. We introduced 3D-GeneNet, an innovative software tool that utilizes high-throughput sequencing data from chromosome conformation capture techniques and integrates topological metrics to construct gene association networks. Through a series of comparative analyses focused on spatial versus linear distances, we explored various dimensions such as topological structure, functional enrichment levels, distribution patterns of linear distances among gene pairs, and the area under the receiver operating characteristic curve by utilizing model organism Escherichia coli K-12. Furthermore, 3D-GeneNet was shown to maintain good accuracy compared to multiple algorithms (neighbourhood, co-occurrence, coexpression, and fusion) across multiple bacteria, including E. coli, Brucella abortus, and Vibrio cholerae. In addition, the accuracy of 3D-GeneNet's prediction of long-distance gene interactions was identified by bacterial two-hybrid assays on E. coli K-12 MG1655, where 3D-GeneNet not only increased the accuracy of linear genomic distance tripled but also achieved 60% accuracy by running alone. Finally, it can be concluded that the applicability of 3D-GeneNet will extend to various bacterial forms, including Gram-negative, Gram-positive, single-, and multi-chromosomal bacteria through Hi-C sequencing and analysis. Such findings highlight the broad applicability and significant promise of this method in the realm of gene association network. 3D-GeneNet is freely accessible at https://github.com/gaoyuanccc/3D-GeneNet.


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Redes Reguladoras de Genes , Software , Algoritmos , Biologia Computacional/métodos , Sequenciamento de Nucleotídeos em Larga Escala/métodos , Escherichia coli K12/genética , Escherichia coli K12/metabolismo , Escherichia coli/genética , Escherichia coli/metabolismo
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Nat Chem Biol ; 20(6): 770-778, 2024 Jun.
Artigo em Inglês | MEDLINE | ID: mdl-38409364

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Metal-binding proteins (MBPs) have various and important biological roles in all living species and many human diseases are intricately linked to dysfunctional MBPs. Here, we report a chemoproteomic method named 'metal extraction-triggered agitation logged by thermal proteome profiling' (METAL-TPP) to globally profile MBPs in proteomes. The method involves the extraction of metals from MBPs using chelators and monitoring the resulting protein stability changes through thermal proteome profiling. Applying METAL-TPP to the human proteome with a broad-spectrum chelator, EDTA, revealed a group of proteins with reduced thermal stability that contained both previously known MBPs and currently unannotated MBP candidates. Biochemical characterization of one potential target, glutamine-fructose-6-phosphate transaminase 2 (GFPT2), showed that zinc bound the protein, inhibited its enzymatic activity and modulated the hexosamine biosynthesis pathway. METAL-TPP profiling with another chelator, TPEN, uncovered additional MBPs in proteomes. Collectively, this study developed a robust tool for proteomic discovery of MBPs and provides a rich resource for functional studies of metals in cell biology.


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Proteoma , Proteômica , Humanos , Proteoma/metabolismo , Proteômica/métodos , Quelantes/química , Quelantes/farmacologia , Metais/metabolismo , Metais/química , Zinco/metabolismo , Zinco/química , Temperatura , Glutamina-Frutose-6-Fosfato Transaminase (Isomerizante)/metabolismo , Glutamina-Frutose-6-Fosfato Transaminase (Isomerizante)/antagonistas & inibidores , Estabilidade Proteica
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Nature ; 583(7818): 771-774, 2020 07.
Artigo em Inglês | MEDLINE | ID: mdl-32728236

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Seeing-the angular size of stellar images blurred by atmospheric turbulence-is a critical parameter used to assess the quality of astronomical sites at optical/infrared wavelengths. Median values at the best mid-latitude sites are generally in the range of 0.6-0.8 arcseconds1-3. Sites on the Antarctic plateau are characterized by comparatively weak turbulence in the free atmosphere above a strong but thin boundary layer4-6. The median seeing at Dome C is estimated to be 0.23-0.36 arcseconds7-10 above a boundary layer that has a typical height of 30 metres10-12. At Domes A and F, the only previous seeing measurements have been made during daytime13,14. Here we report measurements of night-time seeing at Dome A, using a differential image motion monitor15. Located at a height of just 8 metres, it recorded seeing as low as 0.13 arcseconds, and provided seeing statistics that are comparable to those at a height of 20 metres at Dome C. This indicates that the boundary layer was below 8 metres for 31 per cent of the time, with median seeing of 0.31 arcseconds, consistent with free-atmosphere seeing. The seeing and boundary-layer thickness are found to be strongly correlated with the near-surface temperature gradient. The correlation confirms a median thickness of approximately 14 metres for the boundary layer at Dome A, as found from a sonic radar16. The thinner boundary layer makes it less challenging to locate a telescope above it, thereby giving greater access to the free atmosphere.

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Nat Chem Biol ; 19(5): 548-555, 2023 05.
Artigo em Inglês | MEDLINE | ID: mdl-36593274

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Metal ions have various important biological roles in proteins, including structural maintenance, molecular recognition and catalysis. Previous methods of predicting metal-binding sites in proteomes were based on either sequence or structural motifs. Here we developed a co-evolution-based pipeline named 'MetalNet' to systematically predict metal-binding sites in proteomes. We applied MetalNet to proteomes of four representative prokaryotic species and predicted 4,849 potential metalloproteins, which substantially expands the currently annotated metalloproteomes. We biochemically and structurally validated previously unannotated metal-binding sites in several proteins, including apo-citrate lyase phosphoribosyl-dephospho-CoA transferase citX, an Escherichia coli enzyme lacking structural or sequence homology to any known metalloprotein (Protein Data Bank (PDB) codes: 7DCM and 7DCN ). MetalNet also successfully recapitulated all known zinc-binding sites from the human spliceosome complex. The pipeline of MetalNet provides a unique and enabling tool for interrogating the hidden metalloproteome and studying metal biology.


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Metaloproteínas , Proteoma , Humanos , Sequência de Aminoácidos , Proteoma/química , Metais/metabolismo , Metaloproteínas/metabolismo , Sítios de Ligação , Escherichia coli/metabolismo , Aprendizado de Máquina
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BMC Genomics ; 25(1): 129, 2024 Feb 01.
Artigo em Inglês | MEDLINE | ID: mdl-38297226

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BACKGROUND: Lipid metabolism plays a pivotal role in asthma pathogenesis. However, a comprehensive analysis of the importance of lipid metabolism-related genes (LMRGs) in regulating the immune microenvironment in asthma remains lacking. The transcriptome matrix was downloaded from the Gene Expression Omnibus (GEO) dataset. Differentially expressed analysis and weighted gene coexpression network analysis (WGCNA) were conducted on the GSE74986 dataset to select hub LMRGs, and gene set enrichment analysis (GSEA) was conducted to explore their biological functions. The CIBERSORT algorithm was used to determine immune infiltration in the asthma and control groups, and the correlation of diagnostic biomarkers and immune cells was performed via Spearman correlation analysis. Subsequently, a competitive endogenous RNA (ceRNA) network was constructed to investigate the hidden molecular mechanism of asthma. The expression levels of the hub genes were further validated in the GSE143192 dataset, and RT‒qPCR and immunofluorescence were performed to verify the reliability of the results in the OVA asthma model. Lastly, the ceRNA network was confirmed by qRT-PCR and RNAi experiments in the characteristic cytokine (IL-13)-induced asthma cellular model. RESULTS: ASAH1, ACER3 and SGPP1 were identified as hub LMRGs and were mainly involved in protein secretion, mTORC1 signaling, and fatty acid metabolism. We found more infiltration of CD8+ T cells, activated NK cells, and monocytes and less M0 macrophage infiltration in the asthma group than in the healthy control group. In addition, ASAH1, ACER3, and SGPP1 were negatively correlated with CD8+ T cells and activated NK cells, but positively correlated with M0 macrophages. Within the ceRNA network, SNHG9-hsa-miR-615-3p-ACER3, hsa-miR-212-5p and hsa-miR-5682 may play crucial roles in asthma pathogenesis. The low expression of ASAH1 and SGPP1 in asthma was also validated in the GSE74075 dataset. After SNHG9 knockdown, miR-615-3p expression was significantly upregulated, while that of ACER3 was significantly downregulated. CONCLUSION: ASAH1, ACER3 and SGPP1 might be diagnostic biomarkers for asthma, and are associated with increased immune system activation. In addition, SNHG9-hsa-miR-615-3p-ACER3 may be viewed as effective therapeutic targets for asthma. Our findings might provide a novel perspective for future research on asthma.


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Asma , MicroRNAs , Humanos , Linfócitos T CD8-Positivos , Metabolismo dos Lipídeos , Reprodutibilidade dos Testes , Asma/genética , Hidrolases , Biomarcadores
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Drug Metab Rev ; : 1-24, 2024 Jul 05.
Artigo em Inglês | MEDLINE | ID: mdl-38895934

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With contributions from colleagues across academia and industry, we have put together the annual reviews of research advances on drug biotransformation and bioactivation since 2016 led by Cyrus Khojasteh. While traditional small molecules and biologics are still predominant in drug discovery, we start to notice a paradigm shift toward new drug modalities (NDMs) including but not limited to peptide and oligonucleotide therapeutics, protein degraders (heterobifunctional degraders and molecule glues), conjugated drugs and covalent inhibitors. The readers can learn more on each new drug modality from several recent comprehensive reviews (Blanco et al. 2022; Hillebrand et al. 2024; Phuna et al. 2024). Based on this trend, we put together this stand-alone review branched from our previous efforts (Baillie et al. 2016; Khojasteh et al. 2023) with a focus on the metabolism of NDMs. We collected 11 articles which exemplify recent discoveries and perspectives in this field.

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Drug Metab Rev ; : 1-33, 2024 Jul 11.
Artigo em Inglês | MEDLINE | ID: mdl-38989688

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This annual review marks the eighth in the series starting with Baillie et al. (2016) Our objective is to explore and share articles which we deem influential and significant in the field of biotransformation. Its format is to highlight important aspects captured in synopsis followed by a commentary with relevant figure and references.

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Drug Metab Rev ; : 1-61, 2024 Jul 04.
Artigo em Inglês | MEDLINE | ID: mdl-38963129

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Advances in the field of bioactivation have significantly contributed to our understanding and prediction of drug-induced liver injury (DILI). It has been established that many adverse drug reactions, including DILI, are associated with the formation and reactivity of metabolites. Modern methods allow us to detect and characterize these reactive metabolites in earlier stages of drug development, which helps anticipate and circumvent the potential for DILI. Improved in silico models and experimental techniques that better reflect in vivo environments are enhancing predictive capabilities for DILI risk. Further, studies on the mechanisms of bioactivation, including enzyme interactions and the role of individual genetic differences, have provided valuable insights for drug optimizations. Cumulatively, this progress is continually refining our approaches to drug safety evaluation and personalized medicine.Shuai Wang and Cyrus Khojasteh, on behalf of the authors.

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Chembiochem ; 25(12): e202400105, 2024 Jun 17.
Artigo em Inglês | MEDLINE | ID: mdl-38639074

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Cell senescence is defined as irreversible cell cycle arrest, which can be triggered by telomere shortening or by various types of genotoxic stress. Induction of senescence is emerging as a new strategy for the treatment of cancer, especially when sequentially combined with a second senolytic drug capable of killing the resulting senescent cells, however severely suffering from the undesired off-target side effects from the senolytic drugs. Here, we prepare a bimetalic platinum-aluminum salen complex (Alumiplatin) for cancer therapy-a combination of pro-senesence chemotherapy with in situ senotherapy to avoid the side effects. The aluminum salen moiety, as a G-quadruplex stabilizer, enhances the salen's ability to induce cancer cell senescence and this phenotype is in turn sensitive to the cytotoxic activity of the monofunctional platinum moiety. It exhibits an excellent capability for inducing senescence, a potent cytotoxic activity against cancer cells both in vitro and in vivo, and an improved safety profile compared to cisplatin. Therefore, Alumiplatin may be a good candidate to be further developed into safe and effective anticancer agents. This novel combination of cell senescence inducers with genotoxic drugs revolutionizes the therapy options of designing multi-targeting anticancer agents to improve the efficacy of anticancer therapies.


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Alumínio , Antineoplásicos , Senescência Celular , Etilenodiaminas , Platina , Humanos , Antineoplásicos/farmacologia , Antineoplásicos/química , Etilenodiaminas/química , Etilenodiaminas/farmacologia , Senescência Celular/efeitos dos fármacos , Platina/química , Platina/farmacologia , Alumínio/química , Alumínio/farmacologia , Animais , Complexos de Coordenação/química , Complexos de Coordenação/farmacologia , Complexos de Coordenação/uso terapêutico , Camundongos , Proliferação de Células/efeitos dos fármacos , Linhagem Celular Tumoral , Ensaios de Seleção de Medicamentos Antitumorais , Neoplasias/tratamento farmacológico , Neoplasias/patologia , Compostos Organoplatínicos/farmacologia , Compostos Organoplatínicos/química
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Bioinformatics ; 39(11)2023 11 01.
Artigo em Inglês | MEDLINE | ID: mdl-37847746

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MOTIVATION: Reconstruction of 3D structure models is of great importance for the study of chromosome function. Software tools for this task are highly needed. RESULTS: We present a novel reconstruction algorithm, called EVRC, which utilizes co-clustering coefficients and error-vector resultant for chromosome 3D structure reconstruction. As an update of our previous EVR algorithm, EVRC now can deal with both single and multiple chromosomes in structure modeling. To evaluate the effectiveness and accuracy of the EVRC algorithm, we applied it to simulation datasets and real Hi-C datasets. The results show that the reconstructed structures have high similarity to the original/real structures, indicating the effectiveness and robustness of the EVRC algorithm. Furthermore, we applied the algorithm to the 3D conformation reconstruction of the wild-type and mutant Arabidopsis thaliana chromosomes and demonstrated the differences in structural characteristics between different chromosomes. We also accurately showed the conformational change in the centromere region of the mutant compared with the wild-type of Arabidopsis chromosome 1. Our EVRC algorithm is a valuable software tool for the field of chromatin structure reconstruction, and holds great promise for advancing our understanding on the chromosome functions. AVAILABILITY AND IMPLEMENTATION: The software is available at https://github.com/mbglab/EVRC.


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Estruturas Cromossômicas , Cromossomos , Cromossomos/genética , Algoritmos , Software , Centrômero , Análise por Conglomerados
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Drug Metab Dispos ; 52(3): 236-241, 2024 Feb 14.
Artigo em Inglês | MEDLINE | ID: mdl-38123963

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Rifampicin (RIF) is a mixed-mode perpetrator that produces pleiotropic effects on liver cytochrome P450 enzymes and drug transporters. To assess the complex drug-drug interaction liabilities of RIF in vivo, a known probe substrate, midazolam (MDZ), along with multiple endogenous biomarkers were simultaneously monitored in beagle dogs before and after a 7-day treatment period by RIF at 20 mg/kg per day. Confirmed by the reduced MDZ plasma exposure and elevated 4ß-hydroxycholesterol (4ß-HC, biomarker of CYP3A activities) level, CYP3A was significantly induced after repeated RIF doses, and such induction persisted for 3 days after cessation of the RIF administration. On the other hand, increased plasma levels of coproporphyrin (CP)-I and III [biomarkers of organic anion transporting polypeptides 1b (Oatp1b) activities] were observed after the first dose of RIF. Plasma CPs started to decline as RIF exposure decreased, and they returned to baseline 3 days after cessation of the RIF administration. The data suggested the acute (inhibitory) and chronic (inductive) effects of RIF on Oatp1b and CYP3A enzymes, respectively, and a 3-day washout period is deemed adequate to remove superimposed Oatp1b inhibition from CYP3A induction. In addition, apparent self-induction of RIF was observed as its terminal half-life was significantly altered after multiple doses. Overall, our investigation illustrated the need for appropriate timing of modulator dosing to differentiate between transporter inhibition and enzyme induction. As further indicated by the CP data, induction of Oatp1b activities was not likely after repeated RIF administration. SIGNIFICANCE STATEMENT: This investigation demonstrated the utility of endogenous biomarkers towards complex drug-drug interactions by rifampicin (RIF) and successfully determined the optimal timing to differentiate between transporter inhibition and enzyme induction. Based on experimental evidence, Oatp1b induction following repeated RIF administration was unlikely, and apparent self-induction of RIF elimination was observed.


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Citocromo P-450 CYP3A , Rifampina , Cães , Animais , Rifampina/farmacologia , Preparações Farmacêuticas , Midazolam , Interações Medicamentosas , Biomarcadores
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Respir Res ; 25(1): 105, 2024 Feb 28.
Artigo em Inglês | MEDLINE | ID: mdl-38419020

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BACKGROUND: Increasing evidence is appearing that ozone has adverse effects on health. However, the association between long-term ozone exposure and lung function is still inconclusive. OBJECTIVES: To investigate the associations between long-term exposure to ozone and lung function in Chinese young adults. METHODS: We conducted a prospective cohort study among 1594 college students with a mean age of 19.2 years at baseline in Shandong, China from September 2020 to September 2021. Lung function indicators were measured in September 2020 and September 2021, including forced vital capacity (FVC), forced expiratory volume in 1 s (FEV1), forced expiratory flow at the 25th, 50th, and 75th percentile of the FVC (FEF25, FEF50, and FEF75) and mean flow rate between 25% and 75% of the FVC (FEF25-75) were measured. Daily 10 km×10 km ozone concentrations come from a well-validated data-fusion approach. The time-weighted average concentrations in 12 months before the lung function test were defined as the long-term ozone exposure. The associations between long-term ozone exposure and lung function indicators in Chinese young adults were investigated using a linear mixed effects model, followed by stratified analyses regarding sex, BMI and history of respiratory diseases. RESULTS: Each interquartile range (IQR) (8.9 µg/m3) increase in long-term ozone exposure were associated with a -204.3 (95% confidence interval (CI): -361.6, -47.0) ml/s, -146.3 (95% CI: -264.1, -28.4) ml/s, and - 132.8 (95% CI: -239.2, -26.4) ml/s change in FEF25, FEF50, and FEF25-75, respectively. Stronger adverse associations were found in female participants or those with BMI ≥ 24 kg/m2 and history of respiratory diseases. CONCLUSION: Long-term exposure to ambient ozone is associated with impaired small airway indicators in Chinese young adults. Females, participants with BMI ≥ 24 kg/m2 and a history of respiratory disease have stronger associations.


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Poluentes Atmosféricos , Ozônio , Doenças Respiratórias , Humanos , Feminino , Adulto Jovem , Adulto , Pulmão , Estudos Longitudinais , Estudos Prospectivos , Exposição Ambiental/efeitos adversos , Exposição Ambiental/análise , Ozônio/toxicidade , Estudos de Coortes , Volume Expiratório Forçado , Doenças Respiratórias/induzido quimicamente , Doenças Respiratórias/diagnóstico , Doenças Respiratórias/epidemiologia , Poluentes Atmosféricos/análise
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Nature ; 557(7705): 424-428, 2018 05.
Artigo em Inglês | MEDLINE | ID: mdl-29743678

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Triticum urartu (diploid, AA) is the progenitor of the A subgenome of tetraploid (Triticum turgidum, AABB) and hexaploid (Triticum aestivum, AABBDD) wheat1,2. Genomic studies of T. urartu have been useful for investigating the structure, function and evolution of polyploid wheat genomes. Here we report the generation of a high-quality genome sequence of T. urartu by combining bacterial artificial chromosome (BAC)-by-BAC sequencing, single molecule real-time whole-genome shotgun sequencing 3 , linked reads and optical mapping4,5. We assembled seven chromosome-scale pseudomolecules and identified protein-coding genes, and we suggest a model for the evolution of T. urartu chromosomes. Comparative analyses with genomes of other grasses showed gene loss and amplification in the numbers of transposable elements in the T. urartu genome. Population genomics analysis of 147 T. urartu accessions from across the Fertile Crescent showed clustering of three groups, with differences in altitude and biostress, such as powdery mildew disease. The T. urartu genome assembly provides a valuable resource for studying genetic variation in wheat and related grasses, and promises to facilitate the discovery of genes that could be useful for wheat improvement.


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Evolução Molecular , Genoma de Planta/genética , Filogenia , Triticum/classificação , Triticum/genética , Altitude , Cromossomos Artificiais Bacterianos/genética , Cromossomos de Plantas/genética , Elementos de DNA Transponíveis/genética , Variação Genética , Mapeamento Geográfico , Anotação de Sequência Molecular , Doenças das Plantas/microbiologia , Análise de Sequência de DNA , Sintenia/genética
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Support Care Cancer ; 32(3): 194, 2024 Feb 27.
Artigo em Inglês | MEDLINE | ID: mdl-38411723

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To assess the level of supportive care needs of caregivers of colorectal cancer patients and explore the related key influencing factors. Totaling 283 caregivers of patients with colorectal cancer were investigated in this study. Firstly, caregivers were invited to complete a set of questionnaires, including the general information questionnaire, the Supportive Care Needs Survey-Partners and the Caregivers of cancer patients, the Caregiver Preparedness Scale, the Benefit Finding Scale, and the Comprehensive Score for Financial Toxicity. Univariate and multivariate linear regression were performed to investigate the associated factors of supportive care needs. The caregivers of patients with colorectal cancer have a moderate level of needs, scored at 2.71 ± 0.42. Caregiver preparedness, benefit finding, and financial toxicity were significantly negatively associated with the supportive care needs of caregivers (r = - 0.555, P < 0.001; r = - 0.534, P < 0.001; and r = - 0.615, P < 0.001, respectively). Our multivariate regression analysis identified some factors that directly affected the supportive care needs of caregivers, including the duration of illness, tumor stage, the age and educational level of caregivers, caregiver preparedness, benefit finding, and financial toxicity (R2 = 0.574, F = 23.337, P < 0.001). Supportive care needs are common among caregivers of colorectal cancer patients. Higher caregiver preparedness, benefit finding, and financial toxicity tend to ease these needs. Healthcare workers should have an in-depth understanding of the needs of caregivers of colorectal cancer patients and actively provide targeted financial/informational/technical/emotional support to promote nursing skills and reduce caregivers' burdens.


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Cuidadores , Neoplasias Colorretais , Humanos , Estudos Transversais , Pessoal de Saúde , Sobrecarga do Cuidador , Neoplasias Colorretais/terapia
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Arch Phys Med Rehabil ; 105(3): 558-570, 2024 Mar.
Artigo em Inglês | MEDLINE | ID: mdl-37150427

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OBJECTIVE: A network meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials (RCTs) was conducted to compare and rank the effectiveness of various breathing exercises for patients with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). DATA SOURCES: We searched PubMed, Web of Science, Embase, and the Cochrane Library databases to determine the articles. STUDY SELECTION: Publications investigating the effect of breathing exercises on exercise capacity (six-minute walk test [6MWT]), pulmonary function (the ratio of the first second forced expiratory volume of forced vital capacity [FEV1/FVC]), quality of life (St George's Respiratory Questionnaire [SGRQ]), inspiratory muscle pressure (maximum inspiratory pressure [PImax]), and dyspnea (Borg scale) were searched. DATA EXTRACTION: Data extracted by 2 researchers were entered into predesigned tables for data extraction. The quality of the literature was assessed using the Cochrane Collaboration's tool. DATA SYNTHESIS: A total of 43 RCTs involving 1977 participants were analyzed. To boost exercise capacity, the top 2 exercises were inspiratory muscle training (75%), Chinese traditional fitness exercises (13%); To improve pulmonary function, the top 2 exercises were Chinese traditional fitness exercises (32%), diaphragm breathing (30%); To raise patients' quality of life, the top 2 exercises were yoga (52%), diaphragm breathing (28%); To increase inspiratory muscle pressure, the top 2 exercises were pursed-lip breathing (47%), Chinese traditional fitness exercises (25%); To improve dyspnea, the top 2 exercises were yoga (44%), inspiratory muscle training (22%). CONCLUSIONS: Various breathing exercises for COPD patients confer benefits that manifest in diverse ways. Pulmonary rehabilitation specialists could administer personalized breathing exercises tailored to each patient's condition to attain optimal therapeutic outcomes.


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Exercícios Respiratórios , Doença Pulmonar Obstrutiva Crônica , Humanos , Metanálise em Rede , Terapia por Exercício , Dispneia
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Appl Opt ; 63(16): 4386-4395, 2024 Jun 01.
Artigo em Inglês | MEDLINE | ID: mdl-38856618

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Reflective mirrors are the key imaging components of space-borne telescopes, which require a high lightweight ratio integrated with excellent optical properties. In this context, a novel, to our knowledge, 2.5D centroidal Voronoi tessellation (CVT) generation methodology is proposed for designing and optimizing a lightweight mirror structure. Firstly, the initial designs are obtained combining global sensitivity factor mapping and local distribution optimization. Then, the optimal model is selected through multi-objective optimization and decision making. Subsequently, the FEA (finite element analysis) results indicate that, under the same mass, the proposed design exhibits better optomechanical performance. Finally, in practical applications, the approach presented in this paper outperforms the traditional design for each technological requirement, including a 62% reduction in RMS and a higher lightweight ratio. This method offers a kind of novel design and optimization process for space-based optomechanical lightweight structures.

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Nucleic Acids Res ; 50(16): e94, 2022 09 09.
Artigo em Inglês | MEDLINE | ID: mdl-35657094

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While amber suppression is the most common approach to introduce noncanonical amino acids into proteins in live cells, quadruplet codon decoding has potential to enable a greatly expanded genetic code with up to 256 new codons for protein biosynthesis. Since triplet codons are the predominant form of genetic code in nature, quadruplet codon decoding often displays limited efficiency. In this work, we exploited a new approach to significantly improve quadruplet UAGN and AGGN (N = A, U, G, C) codon decoding efficiency by using recoding signals imbedded in mRNA. With representative recoding signals, the expression level of mutant proteins containing UAGN and AGGN codons reached 48% and 98% of that of the wild-type protein, respectively. Furthermore, this strategy mitigates a common concern of reading-through endogenous stop codons with amber suppression-based system. Since synthetic recoding signals are rarely found near the endogenous UAGN and AGGN sequences, a low level of undesirable suppression is expected. Our strategy will greatly enhance the utility of noncanonical amino acid mutagenesis in live-cell studies.


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Código Genético , Técnicas Genéticas , Mutagênese , Aminoácidos/genética , Aminoácidos/metabolismo , Biossíntese de Proteínas , Proteínas/genética
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Echocardiography ; 41(1): e15729, 2024 Jan.
Artigo em Inglês | MEDLINE | ID: mdl-38113302

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We described a case of a double aortic arch (DAA) with a subaortic left brachiocephalic vein (LBCV) and right-side ductus arteriosus using high-definition (HD) flow render mode and spatiotemporal image correlation (STIC). We experienced uncertainty regarding this interesting case despite the diagnosis of right-sided ductus arteriosus. The ductus arteriosus originates from the right pulmonary artery (PA) and converges into the descending aorta (DAO), whereas the vessel originated from the PA and converged into the ascending aorta (AAO). Therefore, we assumed that the vessel connecting the PA to AAO may be a type-C persistent fifth aortic arch (PFAA).


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Permeabilidade do Canal Arterial , Canal Arterial , Anel Vascular , Gravidez , Feminino , Humanos , Canal Arterial/diagnóstico por imagem , Aorta Torácica/diagnóstico por imagem , Permeabilidade do Canal Arterial/diagnóstico por imagem , Aorta
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Fetal Diagn Ther ; 51(2): 154-158, 2024.
Artigo em Inglês | MEDLINE | ID: mdl-38008077

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INTRODUCTION: Megalencephaly-polymicrogyria-polydactyly-hydrocephalus (MPPH) syndrome is a rare autosomal dominant disorder characterized by megalencephaly (i.e., overgrowth of the brain), polymicrogyria, focal hypoplasia of the cerebral cortex, and polydactyly. Persistent hyperplastic primary vitreous (PHPV) involves a spectrum of congenital ocular abnormalities that are characterized by the presence of a vascular membrane behind the lens. CASE PRESENTATION: Here, we present a case of foetal MPPH with PHPV that was diagnosed using prenatal ultrasound. Ultrasound revealed the presence of megalencephaly, multiple cerebellar gyri, and hydrocephalus. Whole-exome sequencing confirmed the mutation of the AKT3 gene, which led to the consideration of MPPH syndrome. Moreover, an echogenic band with an irregular surface was observed between the lens and the posterior wall of the left eye; therefore, MPPH with PHPV was suspected. CONCLUSION: MPPH syndrome with PHPV can be diagnosed prenatally.


Assuntos
Hidrocefalia , Malformações do Desenvolvimento Cortical , Megalencefalia , Vítreo Primário Hiperplásico Persistente , Polidactilia , Polimicrogiria , Gravidez , Feminino , Humanos , Polimicrogiria/diagnóstico por imagem , Polimicrogiria/genética , Vítreo Primário Hiperplásico Persistente/diagnóstico por imagem , Imageamento por Ressonância Magnética , Malformações do Desenvolvimento Cortical/diagnóstico , Malformações do Desenvolvimento Cortical/genética , Hidrocefalia/diagnóstico por imagem , Megalencefalia/genética , Polidactilia/diagnóstico por imagem , Polidactilia/genética , Síndrome , Ultrassonografia Pré-Natal
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