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Immune checkpoint inhibitors have opened an era of lung cancer therapy. However, a notable disparity exists in the efficacy of immunotherapy among individual patients. The tertiary lymphoid structure (TLS) is an ectopic lymphocyte aggregation that appears under pathological conditions and is the primary site of action for anti-tumor immunity. It is commonly reported that the presence of TLS within the tumor microenvironment (TME) relates to a favorable clinical prognosis and an excellent response to immunotherapy in lung cancer patients. A thorough understanding of TLS and its dynamic changes in TME has become an attractive focus for optimizing immunotherapy strategies for lung cancer. In this review, we comprehensively generalize the composition, formation, mechanism, detection methods of TLS, and summarize the role of TLS in lung cancer immunotherapy. Finally, induction of TLS is also discussed, which may provide more effective therapeutic strategies for lung cancer therapy.
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Background: Douzhi, a traditional Chinese fermented beverage, features microbial communities primarily composed of lactic acid bacteria (LAB). As fermented foods continue to gain recognition and popularity, douzhi is attracting growing interest. However, investigation of the critical aspects of douzhi's fermentation processes, including fermentation characteristics and microbial community dynamics, remains vital for enhancing food safety and quality for douzhi, as well as for similar fermented food products. Method: In this study, we collected douzhi microbial communities from four chain stores, using them as fermentation starter cultures. The microbial dynamics of the fermentation were analyzed, focusing on the inoculation of LAB strains and the transition from a mung bean-based matrix to skimmed milk. The metabolomic profiles of the fermented mung bean matrices were also studied. Results: Douzhi samples obtained from representative chain stores were found to be overwhelmingly dominated by LAB. When inoculated along with the douzhi community, both LAB strains exhibited notable and substantial reductions in the pH value of the designated mung bean matrices compared to those inoculated indigenous microbiota. Specifically, Lactiplantibacillus plantarum CGMCC 1.1856 retained its population, whereas Pediococcus pentosaceus CGMCC 1.2695 exhibited a decrease in relative abundance. Using skimmed milk as a fermentation substrate instead of the mung bean matrix resulted in significant shifts in microbial communities, particularly leading to an increase in Escherichia sp. The metagenomic analyses and functional predictions illustrated that various metabolic functions were enhanced during the fermentation process due to LAB inoculation. The liquid chromatography-mass spectrometry based metabolomic analysis revealed that the inoculation of Lactiplantibacillus plantarum and Pediococcus pentosaceus in mung bean matrix did not introduce new metabolites but significantly altered the concentration and profile of existing metabolites, especially increased low molecular carbohydrates, which may enhance the nutritional potential of the fermented product. Discussion: This study examines the microbial dynamics of douzhi microbiota fermentation, emphasizing the role of lactic acid bacteria in enhancing fermentation activity and metabolite profiles. These insights contribute to improving manufacturing processes and ensuring the safety and quality of douzhi and similar fermented foods.
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Tertiary lymphoid structures (TLSs) are ectopic lymphocyte aggregates formed in non-lymphoid tissues, including cancers, and are loci for the generation of in situ anti-tumor immune responses, which play a crucial role in cancer control. The state of TLS presence in cancer and its composition can significantly impact the treatment response and prognosis of patients. TLSs have the potential to serve as predictive and prognostic biomarkers for cancer. However, the mechanisms underlying TLS formation in cancer and how the essential components of TLSs affect cancer are not fully understood. In this review, we summarized TLS formation in cancer, the value of the TLS in different states of existence, and its key constituents for cancer prediction and prognosis. Finally, we discussed the impact of cancer treatment on TLSs.
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Tertiary lymphoid structures (TLS) represent the ectopic aggregations of immune cells arising during chronic inflammation or tumor progression. In cancer, TLS are often associated with beneficial clinical outcomes in patients undergoing immunotherapy, underscoring their prognostic and predictive significance. Mature TLS, characterized by germinal centers and areas of T-cell and B-cell aggregation, are considered primary locations for activating and maintaining both humoral and cellular anti-tumor immune effects. Despite their recognized importance, the mechanisms driving the formation of mature TLS in cancer and their influence on the immune response within tumors remain insufficiently understood. Therefore, this review aims to comprehensively explore the structural composition, development mechanisms, maturity impact factors, immunological function, and innovative therapeutic strategies of mature TLS within the tumor microenvironment. The research summarized herein offers novel insights and considerations for therapeutic approaches to promote TLS generation and maturation in patients with cancer, representing a promising avenue for future cancer therapies.
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Neoplasias , Estruturas Linfoides Terciárias , Microambiente Tumoral , Humanos , Estruturas Linfoides Terciárias/imunologia , Estruturas Linfoides Terciárias/patologia , Neoplasias/imunologia , Neoplasias/terapia , Neoplasias/patologia , Microambiente Tumoral/imunologia , Animais , Imunoterapia/métodos , Linfócitos B/imunologia , Linfócitos T/imunologiaRESUMO
Family doctor teams, serving as health gatekeepers, are extensively advocated in China. Their composition, comprising a heterogeneous mix of professionals, contributes to a more comprehensive service, but also poses challenges. Consequently, scholarly interest has arisen in comprehending how these compositions, known as faultlines, influence team dynamics and outcomes. However, there is a lack of comprehensive exploration into how faultlines influence team members' communication processes and knowledge sharing. This study aims to provide insights into the associations between faultlines in primary care teams and team performance, specifically exploring how knowledge sharing may mediate these effects, with the goal of revealing key insights to optimize contracted family doctor services. Survey data from 291 family doctor teams in China was utilized to test hypotheses, revealing a negative association between (social-category and information-based) faultlines and knowledge sharing. Team knowledge sharing acts as a mediator in the relationship between these faultlines and team performance. Our findings advance faultlines theory and emphasize the mediating role of knowledge sharing in elucidating the interplay between faultlines and team performance. These insights are crucial for fostering collaboration, managing faultlines, and enhancing healthcare team performance.
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BACKGROUND: Microglia-mediated inflammation is a critical factor in the progression of ischemic stroke. Consequently, mitigating excessive microglial activation represents a potential therapeutic strategy for ischemic injury. Thymol, a monophenol derived from plant essential oils, exhibits diverse beneficial biological activities, including anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties, with demonstrated protective effects in various disease models. However, its specific effects on ischemic stroke and microglial inflammation remain unexplored. METHODS: Rodent transient middle cerebral artery occlusion (tMCAO) model was established to simulate ischemic stroke. TTC staining, modified neurological function score (mNSS), and behavioral tests were used to assess the severity of neurological damage. Then immunofluorescence staining and cytoskeleton analysis were used to determine activation of microglia. Lipopolysaccharide (LPS) was utilized to induce the inflammatory response of primary microglia in vitro. Quantitative real-time polymerase chain reaction (qRT-PCR), western blot, and enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay (ELISA) were performed to exam the expression of inflammatory cytokines. And western blot was used to investigate the mechanism of the anti-inflammatory effect of thymol. RESULTS: In this study, we found that thymol treatment could ameliorate post-stroke neurological impairment and reduce infarct volume by mitigating microglial activation and pro-inflammatory response (IL-1ß, IL-6, and TNF-α). Mechanically, thymol could inhibit the phosphorylation of phosphatidylinositol-3-kinase (PI3K), sink serine/threonine kinase (Akt), and mammalian target of rapamycin (mTOR), thereby suppressing the activation of nuclear factor-κB (NF-κB). CONCLUSIONS: Our study demonstrated that thymol could reduce the microglial inflammation by targeting PI3K/Akt/mTOR/NF-κB signaling pathway, ultimately alleviating ischemic brain injury. These findings suggest that thymol is a promising candidate as a neuroprotective agent against ischemic stroke.
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Isquemia Encefálica , Microglia , Doenças Neuroinflamatórias , Fármacos Neuroprotetores , Timol , Animais , Timol/farmacologia , Timol/uso terapêutico , Microglia/efeitos dos fármacos , Microglia/metabolismo , Masculino , Doenças Neuroinflamatórias/tratamento farmacológico , Doenças Neuroinflamatórias/metabolismo , Fármacos Neuroprotetores/farmacologia , Isquemia Encefálica/tratamento farmacológico , Isquemia Encefálica/metabolismo , Infarto da Artéria Cerebral Média/tratamento farmacológico , Anti-Inflamatórios/farmacologia , Ratos , Ratos Sprague-Dawley , Modelos Animais de Doenças , Transdução de Sinais/efeitos dos fármacos , Camundongos , Inflamação/tratamento farmacológico , Inflamação/metabolismo , Citocinas/metabolismo , Serina-Treonina Quinases TOR/metabolismoRESUMO
BACKGROUND: Adenosine A3 receptor (ADORA3) belongs to the adenosine receptor families and the role of ADORA3 in vascular dementia (VaD) is largely unexplored. The present study sought to determine the therapeutic role of ADORA3 antagonist in a mouse model of VaD. METHODS: The GSE122063 dataset was selected to screen the differential expression genes and pathways between VaD patients and controls. A mouse model of bilateral carotid artery stenosis (BCAS) was established. The cognitive functions were examined by the novel object recognition test, Y maze test, and fear of conditioning test. The white matter injury (WMI) was examined by 9.4 T MRI, western blot, and immunofluorescence staining. The mechanisms of ADORA3-regulated phagocytosis by microglia were examined using qPCR, western blot, dual immunofluorescence staining, and flow cytometry. RESULTS: The expression of ADORA3 was elevated in brain tissues of VaD patients and ADORA3 was indicated as a key gene for VaD in the GSE122063. In BCAS mice, the expression of ADORA3 was predominantly elevated in microglia in the corpus callosum. ADORA3 antagonist promotes microglial phagocytosis to myelin debris by facilitating cAMP/PKA/p-CREB pathway and thereby ameliorates WMI and cognitive impairment in BCAS mice. The therapeutic effect of ADORA3 antagonist was partially reversed by the inhibition of the cAMP/PKA pathway. CONCLUSIONS: ADORA3 antagonist alleviates chronic ischemic WMI by modulating myelin clearance of microglia, which may be a potential therapeutic target for the treatment of VaD.
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Demência Vascular , Camundongos Endogâmicos C57BL , Microglia , Fagocitose , Receptor A3 de Adenosina , Animais , Humanos , Masculino , Camundongos , Isquemia Encefálica/metabolismo , Isquemia Encefálica/patologia , Estenose das Carótidas , Demência Vascular/patologia , Demência Vascular/metabolismo , Microglia/metabolismo , Microglia/efeitos dos fármacos , Microglia/patologia , Compostos Orgânicos , Fagocitose/efeitos dos fármacos , Fagocitose/fisiologia , Receptor A3 de Adenosina/metabolismo , Receptor A3 de Adenosina/genética , Substância Branca/patologia , Substância Branca/metabolismo , Substância Branca/efeitos dos fármacosRESUMO
BACKGROUND: Macrophages are key inflammatory immune cells that orchestrate the initiation and progression of autoimmune diseases. The characters of macrophage in diseases are determined by its phenotype in response to the local microenvironment. Ficolins have been confirmed as crucial contributors to autoimmune diseases, with Ficolin-2 being particularly elevated in patients with autoimmune diseases. However, whether Ficolin-A stimulates macrophage polarization is still poorly understood. METHODS: We investigated the transcriptomic expression profile of murine bone marrow-derived macrophages (BMDMs) stimulated with Ficolin-A using RNA-sequencing. To further confirm a distinct phenotype activated by Ficolin-A, quantitative RT-PCR and Luminex assay were performed in this study. Additionally, we assessed the activation of underlying cell signaling pathways triggered by Ficolin-A. Finally, the impact of Ficolin-A on macrophages were investigated in vivo through building Collagen-induced arthritis (CIA) and Dextran Sulfate Sodium Salt (DSS)-induced colitis mouse models with Fcna-/- mice. RESULTS: Ficolin-A activated macrophages into a pro-inflammatory phenotype distinct to LPS-, IFN-γ- and IFN-γ + LPS-induced phenotypes. The transcriptomic profile induced by Ficolin-A was primarily characterized by upregulation of interleukins, chemokines, iNOS, and Arginase 1, along with downregulation of CD86 and CD206, setting it apart from the M1 and M2 phenotypes. The activation effect of Ficolin-A on macrophages deteriorated the symptoms of CIA and DSS mouse models, and the deletion of Fcna significantly alleviated the severity of diseases in mice. CONCLUSION: Our work used transcriptomic analysis by RNA-Seq to investigate the impact of Ficolin-A on macrophage polarization. Our findings demonstrate that Ficolin-A induces a novel pro-inflammatory phenotype distinct to the phenotypes activated by LPS, IFN-γ and IFN-γ + LPS on macrophages.
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Ficolinas , Inflamação , Lectinas , Macrófagos , Camundongos Endogâmicos C57BL , Fenótipo , Animais , Macrófagos/metabolismo , Macrófagos/efeitos dos fármacos , Lectinas/genética , Lectinas/metabolismo , Camundongos , Inflamação/genética , Inflamação/patologia , Ativação de Macrófagos/efeitos dos fármacos , Colite/induzido quimicamente , Colite/patologia , Colite/genética , Polaridade Celular/efeitos dos fármacos , Artrite Experimental/genética , Artrite Experimental/patologia , Transdução de Sinais/efeitos dos fármacosRESUMO
AIMS: Excessive neuroinflammation mediated mainly by microglia plays a crucial role in ischemic stroke. AZD1390, an ataxia telangiectasia mutated (ATM) specific inhibitor, has been shown to promote radio-sensitization and survival in central nervous system malignancies, while the role of AZD1390 in ischemic stroke remains unknown. METHODS: Real-time PCR, western blot, immunofluorescence staining, flow cytometry and enzyme-linked immunosorbent assays were used to assess the activation of microglia and the release of inflammatory cytokines. Behavioral tests were performed to measure neurological deficits. 2,3,5-Triphenyltetrazolium chloride staining was conducted to assess the infarct volume. The activation of NF-κB signaling pathway was explored through immunofluorescence staining, western blot, co-immunoprecipitation and proximity ligation assay. RESULTS: The level of pro-inflammation cytokines and activation of NF-κB signaling pathway was suppressed by AZD1390 in vitro and in vivo. The behavior deficits and infarct size were partially restored with AZD1390 treatment in experimental stroke. AZD1390 restrict ubiquitylation and sumoylation of the essential regulatory subunit of NF-κB (NEMO) in an ATM-dependent and ATM-independent way respectively, which reduced the activation of the NF-κB pathway. CONCLUSION: AZD1390 suppressed NF-κB signaling pathway to alleviate ischemic brain injury in experimental stroke, and attenuated microglia activation and neuroinflammation, which indicated that AZD1390 might be an attractive agent for the treatment of ischemic stroke.
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Microglia , Doenças Neuroinflamatórias , Piridinas , Quinolonas , Animais , Microglia/efeitos dos fármacos , Microglia/metabolismo , Doenças Neuroinflamatórias/tratamento farmacológico , Doenças Neuroinflamatórias/metabolismo , Masculino , Camundongos , Camundongos Endogâmicos C57BL , Isquemia Encefálica/tratamento farmacológico , Isquemia Encefálica/metabolismo , Proteínas Mutadas de Ataxia Telangiectasia/metabolismo , Proteínas Mutadas de Ataxia Telangiectasia/antagonistas & inibidores , NF-kappa B/metabolismo , NF-kappa B/antagonistas & inibidores , Citocinas/metabolismo , Transdução de Sinais/efeitos dos fármacosRESUMO
Background: It is poorly understood what cellular types participate in ductular reaction (DR) and whether DR facilitates recovery from injury or accelerates hepatic fibrosis. The aim of this study is to gain insights into the role of hepatic progenitor cell (HPC)-originated DR during fibrotic progression. Methods: DR in liver specimens of PBC, chronic HBV infection (CHB) or NAFLD, and four rodent fibrotic models by different pathogenic processes was evaluated. Gli1 expression was inhibited in rodent models or cell culture and organoid models by AAV-shGli1 or treating with GANT61. Results: Severity of liver fibrosis was positively correlated with DR extent in patients with PBC, CHB or NAFLD. HPCs were activated, expanded, differentiated into reactive cholangiocytes and constituted "HPC-originated DR", accompanying with exacerbated fibrosis in rodent models of HPC activation & proliferation (CCl4/2-AAF-treated), Μdr2-/- spontaneous PSC, BDL-cholestatic fibrosis or WD-fed/CCl4-treated NASH-fibrosis. Gli1 expression was significantly increased in enriched pathways in vivo and in vitro. Enhanced Gli1 expression was identified in KRT19+-reactive cholangiocytes. Suppressing Gli1 expression by administration of AAV-shGli1 or GANT61 ameliorated HPC-originated DR and fibrotic extent. KRT19 expression was reduced after GANT61 treatment in sodium butyrate-stimulated WB-F344 cells or organoids or in cells transduced with Gli1 knockdown lentiviral vectors. In contrast, KRT19 expression was elevated after transducing Gli1 overexpression lentiviral vectors in these cells. Conclusions: During various modes of chronic injury, Gli1 acted as an important mediator of HPC activation, expansion, differentiation into reactive cholangiocytes that formed DR, and subsequently provoked hepatic fibrogenesis.
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Proteínas Hedgehog , Cirrose Hepática , Transdução de Sinais , Células-Tronco , Proteína GLI1 em Dedos de Zinco , Animais , Feminino , Humanos , Masculino , Camundongos , Ratos , Diferenciação Celular , Modelos Animais de Doenças , Proteínas Hedgehog/metabolismo , Hepatite B Crônica/metabolismo , Hepatite B Crônica/patologia , Hepatite B Crônica/complicações , Fígado/patologia , Fígado/metabolismo , Cirrose Hepática/metabolismo , Cirrose Hepática/patologia , Camundongos Endogâmicos C57BL , Piridinas/farmacologia , Pirimidinas/farmacologia , Células-Tronco/metabolismo , Proteína GLI1 em Dedos de Zinco/metabolismo , Proteína GLI1 em Dedos de Zinco/genéticaRESUMO
INTRODUCTION: Cognitive decline progresses with age, and Nr4a1 has been shown to participate in memory functions. However, the relationship between age-related Nr4a1 reduction and cognitive decline is undefined. METHODS: Nr4a1 expressions were evaluated by quantitative PCR and immunochemical approaches. The cognition of mice was examined by multiple behavioral tests. Patch-clamp experiments were conducted to investigate the synaptic function. RESULTS: NR4A1 in peripheral blood mononuclear cells decreased with age in humans. In the mouse brain, age-dependent Nr4a1 reduction occurred in the hippocampal CA1. Deleting Nr4a1 in CA1 pyramidal neurons (PyrNs) led to the impairment of cognition and excitatory synaptic function. Mechanistically, Nr4a1 enhanced TrkB expression via binding to its promoter. Blocking TrkB compromised the cognitive amelioration with Nr4a1-overexpression in CA1 PyrNs. DISCUSSION: Our results elucidate the mechanism of Nr4a1-dependent TrkB regulation in cognition and synaptic function, indicating that Nr4a1 is a target for the treatment of cognitive decline. HIGHLIGHTS: Nr4a1 is reduced in PBMCs and CA1 PyrNs with aging. Nr4a1 ablation in CA1 PyrNs impaired cognition and excitatory synaptic function. Nr4a1 overexpression in CA1 PyrNs ameliorated cognitive impairment of aged mice. Nr4a1 bound to TrkB promoter to enhance transcription. Blocking TrkB function compromised Nr4a1-induced cognitive improvement.
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Envelhecimento , Disfunção Cognitiva , Membro 1 do Grupo A da Subfamília 4 de Receptores Nucleares , Idoso , Animais , Feminino , Humanos , Masculino , Camundongos , Envelhecimento/fisiologia , Região CA1 Hipocampal/metabolismo , Disfunção Cognitiva/metabolismo , Leucócitos Mononucleares/metabolismo , Camundongos Endogâmicos C57BL , Membro 1 do Grupo A da Subfamília 4 de Receptores Nucleares/metabolismo , Membro 1 do Grupo A da Subfamília 4 de Receptores Nucleares/genética , Células Piramidais/metabolismo , Receptor trkB/metabolismoRESUMO
BACKGROUND: Epidermal growth factor receptor tyrosine kinase inhibitors (EGFR-TKIs) recommended for the patients with subsolid nodule in early lung cancer stage is not routinely. The clinical value and impact in patients with EGFR mutation on survival outcomes is further needed to be elucidated to decide whether the application of EGFR-TKIs was appropriate in early lung adenocarcinoma (LUAD) stage appearing as subsolid nodules. MATERIALS AND METHODS: The inclusion of patients exhibiting clinical staging of IA-IIB subsolid nodules. Clinical information, computed tomography (CT) features before surgical resection and pathological characteristics including tertiary lymphoid structures of the tumors were recorded for further exploration of correlation with EGFR mutation and prognosis. RESULTS: Finally, 325 patients were enrolled into this study, with an average age of 56.8 ± 9.8 years. There are 173 patients (53.2%) harboring EGFR mutation. Logistic regression model analysis showed that female (OR = 1.944, p = 0.015), mix ground glass nodule (OR = 2.071, p = 0.003, bubble-like lucency (OR = 1.991, p = 0.003) were significant risk factors of EGFR mutations. Additionally, EGFR mutations were negatively correlated with TLS presence and density. Prognosis analysis showed that the presence of TLS was associated with better recurrence-free survival (RFS)(p = 0.03) while EGFR mutations were associated with worse RFS(p = 0.01). The RFS in patients with TLS was considerably excel those without TLS within EGFR wild type group(p = 0.018). Multivariate analyses confirmed that EGFR mutation was an independent prognostic predictor for RFS (HR = 3.205, p = 0.037). CONCLUSIONS: In early-phase LUADs, subsolid nodules with EGFR mutation had specific clinical and radiological signatures. EGFR mutation was associated with worse survival outcomes and negatively correlated with TLS, which might weaken the positive impact of TLS on prognosis. Highly attention should be paid to the use of EGFR-TKI for further treatment as agents in early LUAD patients who carrying EGFR mutation.
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Adenocarcinoma de Pulmão , Neoplasias Pulmonares , Estruturas Linfoides Terciárias , Humanos , Feminino , Pessoa de Meia-Idade , Idoso , Estudos Retrospectivos , Adenocarcinoma de Pulmão/diagnóstico por imagem , Adenocarcinoma de Pulmão/tratamento farmacológico , Adenocarcinoma de Pulmão/genética , Neoplasias Pulmonares/diagnóstico por imagem , Neoplasias Pulmonares/tratamento farmacológico , Neoplasias Pulmonares/genética , Prognóstico , Mutação , Receptores ErbB/genética , Receptores ErbB/uso terapêuticoRESUMO
The emergence of immune checkpoint inhibitors (ICIs) has heralded a transformative era in the therapeutic landscape of non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC). While ICIs have demonstrated clinical efficacy in a portion of patients with NSCLC, these treatments concurrently precipitate a spectrum of immune-related adverse events (irAEs), encompassing mild to severe manifestations, collectively posing a risk of significant organ damage. Consequently, there exists an imperative to augment our comprehension of the pathophysiological underpinnings of irAEs and to formulate more efficacious preventive and ameliorative strategies. In this comprehensive review, we delineate the clinical presentation of organ-specific irAEs in patients with NSCLC and provide an in-depth analysis of recent advancements in understanding the mechanisms driving ICI-induced toxicity. Furthermore, we discuss potential strategies and targets for ameliorating these irAEs. Ultimately, this review aims to furnish valuable insights to guide further research endeavours in the context of irAEs in NSCLC patients.
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Carcinoma Pulmonar de Células não Pequenas , Neoplasias Pulmonares , Humanos , Carcinoma Pulmonar de Células não Pequenas/tratamento farmacológico , Neoplasias Pulmonares/tratamento farmacológico , Inibidores de Checkpoint Imunológico/efeitos adversosRESUMO
During the inflammatory response after stroke, the blood-brain barrier (BBB) is significantly disrupted, compromising its integrity. This disruption allows many peripheral neutrophils to infiltrate the injury site in the brain and release neutrophil extracellular traps (NETs), which further increase BBB permeability. In this study, we aimed to investigate the protective effects of γ-Glutamylcysteine (γ-GC), an immediate precursor of GSH, against BBB breakdown and NET formation after ischemic stroke. Our data indicated that γ-GC treatment effectively attenuated BBB damage, decreased neutrophil infiltration, and suppressed the release of NETs, ultimately leading to the amelioration of ischemic injury. Transcriptomic data and subsequent validation studies revealed that mechanistically, γ-GC exerts its effect by activating the Wnt/ß-catenin pathway after ischemic stroke. This research suggests that γ-GC may hold promise as a therapeutic agent for alleviating brain injury following an ischemic stroke.
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Dipeptídeos , Armadilhas Extracelulares , AVC Isquêmico , Acidente Vascular Cerebral , Camundongos , Animais , Barreira Hematoencefálica/metabolismo , Armadilhas Extracelulares/metabolismo , AVC Isquêmico/tratamento farmacológico , AVC Isquêmico/metabolismo , beta Catenina/metabolismo , Acidente Vascular Cerebral/tratamento farmacológico , Acidente Vascular Cerebral/metabolismo , PermeabilidadeRESUMO
BACKGROUND: Microglia-mediated neuroinflammation is the major contributor to the secondary brain injury of ischemic stroke. NLRP3 is one of the major components of ischemia-induced microglial activation. Echinatin, a chalcone found in licorice, was reported to have the activity of anti-inflammation and antioxidant. However, the relative study of echinatin in microglia or ischemic stroke is still unclear. METHODS: We intravenously injected echinatin or vehicle into adult ischemic male C57/BL6J mice induced by 60-min transient middle cerebral artery occlusion (tMCAO). The intraperitoneal injection was performed 4.5 h after reperfusion and then daily for 2 more days. Infarct size, blood brain barrier (BBB) leakage, neurobehavioral tests, and microglial-mediated inflammatory reaction were examined to assess the outcomes of echinatin treatment. LPS and LPS/ATP stimulation on primary microglia were used to explore the underlying anti-inflammatory mechanism of echinatin. RESULTS: Echinatin treatment efficiently decreased the infarct size, alleviated blood brain barrier (BBB) damage, suppressed microglial activation, reduced the production of inflammatory factors (e.g., IL-1ß, IL-6, IL-18, TNF-α, iNOS, COX2), and relieved post-stroke neurological defects in tMCAO mice. Mechanistically, we found that echinatin could suppress the NLRP3 assembly and reduce the production of inflammatory mediators independently of NF-κB and monoamine oxidase (MAO). CONCLUSION: Based on our study, we have identified echinatin as a promising therapeutic strategy for the treatment of ischemic stroke.
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Lesões Encefálicas , Isquemia Encefálica , Chalconas , AVC Isquêmico , Traumatismo por Reperfusão , Camundongos , Masculino , Animais , Proteína 3 que Contém Domínio de Pirina da Família NLR , Doenças Neuroinflamatórias , Lipopolissacarídeos , Infarto da Artéria Cerebral Média/tratamento farmacológico , Infarto da Artéria Cerebral Média/complicações , Infarto/complicações , Infarto/tratamento farmacológico , Anti-Inflamatórios/uso terapêutico , Lesões Encefálicas/tratamento farmacológico , AVC Isquêmico/tratamento farmacológico , Isquemia Encefálica/tratamento farmacológico , Isquemia Encefálica/prevenção & controle , Isquemia Encefálica/complicações , Microglia , Traumatismo por Reperfusão/tratamento farmacológicoRESUMO
AIMS: To study the role of Aucubin (AU) in cerebral ischemia-reperfusion injury and investigate the potential mechanisms. METHODS: For the in vitro experiment, primary microglia were cultured and stimulated by Lipopolysaccharides (LPS) and treated with AU. Male C57/BL6J mice were used and middle cerebral artery occlusion (MCAO) model was performed to induce cerebral ischemia-reperfusion injury. For the short-term effects, mice administrated with AU (40 mg/kg) for 3 days after MCAO were evaluated for the infarct volume and neurological deficits. The neuroinflammatory factors and microglia activation were determined by Real-time PCR, western blot and immunofluorescence staining. For the long-term effects, MCAO mice were injected daily with AU (5 mg/kg or 10 mg/kg) for 28 days. Behavior tests were used to assess the neurological deficits of MCAO mice, and white matter integrity was determined by myelin basic protein (MBP) staining and black-gold staining. RESULTS: AU suppressed LPS-induced activation of microglia and pro-inflammatory cytokines release, and downregulated the NF-κB and MAPK pathways in primary microglia. In addition, AU attenuated ischemic injury and inhibited the neuro-inflammatory response in MCAO mice. Moreover, AU induced prolonged improvements in sensorimotor function and memory function following MCAO, and preserved white matter integrity in the long-term experiments. CONCLUSIONS: AU protected against ischemic injury, which might be correlated with the downregulation of NF-κB and MAPK signaling pathways. Furthermore, AU alleviated cognitive impairment after stroke and restored white matter integrity. Our data indicated that AU might be a potential compound for the treatment of stroke and post-stroke cognitive impairment.
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Isquemia Encefálica , Glucosídeos Iridoides , Fármacos Neuroprotetores , Traumatismo por Reperfusão , Acidente Vascular Cerebral , Camundongos , Masculino , Animais , NF-kappa B/metabolismo , Fármacos Neuroprotetores/farmacologia , Lipopolissacarídeos/farmacologia , Acidente Vascular Cerebral/metabolismo , Infarto da Artéria Cerebral Média/tratamento farmacológico , Infarto da Artéria Cerebral Média/metabolismo , Microglia , Traumatismo por Reperfusão/tratamento farmacológico , Traumatismo por Reperfusão/metabolismo , Isquemia Encefálica/tratamento farmacológico , Isquemia Encefálica/metabolismoRESUMO
Data-centric applications are pushing the limits of energy-efficiency in today's computing systems, including those based on phase-change memory (PCM). This technology must achieve low-power and stable operation at nanoscale dimensions to succeed in high-density memory arrays. Here we use a novel combination of phase-change material superlattices and nanocomposites (based on Ge4Sb6Te7), to achieve record-low power density ≈ 5 MW/cm2 and ≈ 0.7 V switching voltage (compatible with modern logic processors) in PCM devices with the smallest dimensions to date (≈ 40 nm) for a superlattice technology on a CMOS-compatible substrate. These devices also simultaneously exhibit low resistance drift with 8 resistance states, good endurance (≈ 2 × 108 cycles), and fast switching (≈ 40 ns). The efficient switching is enabled by strong heat confinement within the superlattice materials and the nanoscale device dimensions. The microstructural properties of the Ge4Sb6Te7 nanocomposite and its high crystallization temperature ensure the fast-switching speed and stability in our superlattice PCM devices. These results re-establish PCM technology as one of the frontrunners for energy-efficient data storage and computing.
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Due to various factors, there is still a lack of effective neuroprotective agents for ischemic stroke in clinical practice. Neuroinflammation and neuronal apoptosis mediated by endoplasmic reticulum stress are some of the important pathological mechanisms in ischemic stroke. Linarin has been reported to have anti-inflammation, antioxidant, and anti-apoptotic effects in myocardial ischemia, osteoarthritis, and kidney disease. Whether it exerts neuroprotective functions in ischemic stroke has not been investigated. The results showed that linarin could reduce the infarct volume in cerebral ischemia animal models, improve the neurological function scores and suppress the expression of inflammatory factors mediating the NF-κB. Meanwhile, it could protect the neurons from OGD/R-induced-apoptosis, which was related to the PERK-eIF2α pathway. Our results suggested linarin could inhibit neuronal inflammation and apoptosis induced by endoplasmic reticulum stress. Furthermore, the neuroprotective effect of linarin may be related to the inhibition of AKR1B1. Our study offers new insight into protecting against ischemia-reperfusion injury by linarin treatment in stroke.
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Isquemia Encefálica , Glicosídeos , AVC Isquêmico , Fármacos Neuroprotetores , Traumatismo por Reperfusão , Animais , Transdução de Sinais , Traumatismo por Reperfusão/metabolismo , Isquemia Encefálica/tratamento farmacológico , Isquemia Encefálica/metabolismo , Fármacos Neuroprotetores/farmacologia , Fármacos Neuroprotetores/uso terapêutico , AVC Isquêmico/tratamento farmacológico , Estresse do Retículo Endoplasmático , Apoptose , Infarto da Artéria Cerebral Média/metabolismoRESUMO
BACKGROUND: Microglia is the major contributor of post-stroke neuroinflammation cascade and the crucial cellular target for the treatment of ischemic stroke. Currently, the endogenous mechanism underlying microglial activation following ischemic stroke remains elusive. Serglycin (SRGN) is a proteoglycan expressed in immune cells. Up to now, the role of SRGN on microglial activation and ischemic stroke is largely unexplored. METHODS: Srgn knockout (KO), Cd44-KO and wild-type (WT) mice were subjected to middle cerebral artery occlusion (MCAO) to mimic ischemic stroke. Exogenous SRGN supplementation was achieved by stereotactic injection of recombinant mouse SRGN (rSRGN). Cerebral infarction was measured by 2,3,5-triphenyltetrazolium chloride (TTC) staining. Neurological functions were evaluated by the modified neurological severity score (mNSS) and grip strength. Microglial activation was detected by Iba1 immunostaining, morphological analysis and cytokines' production. Neuronal death was examined by MAP2 immunostaining and FJB staining. RESULTS: The expression of SRGN and its receptor CD44 was significantly elevated in the ischemic mouse brains, especially in microglia. In addition, lipopolysaccharide (LPS) induced SRGN upregulation in microglia in vitro. rSRGN worsened ischemic brain injury in mice and amplified post-stroke neuroinflammation, while gene knockout of Srgn exerted reverse impacts. rSRGN promoted microglial proinflammatory activation both in vivo and in vitro, whereas Srgn-deficiency alleviated microglia-mediated inflammatory response. Moreover, the genetic deletion of Cd44 partially rescued rSRGN-induced excessed neuroinflammation and ischemic brain injury in mice. Mechanistically, SRGN boosted the activation of NF-κB signal, and increased glycolysis in microglia. CONCLUSION: SRGN acts as a novel therapeutic target in microglia-boosted proinflammatory response following ischemic stroke.
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Lesões Encefálicas , Isquemia Encefálica , AVC Isquêmico , Acidente Vascular Cerebral , Proteínas de Transporte Vesicular , Animais , Camundongos , Microglia/metabolismo , Isquemia Encefálica/metabolismo , Doenças Neuroinflamatórias , Acidente Vascular Cerebral/metabolismo , Infarto da Artéria Cerebral Média/complicações , Infarto da Artéria Cerebral Média/metabolismo , Proteoglicanas/metabolismo , AVC Isquêmico/metabolismo , Lesões Encefálicas/metabolismoRESUMO
Ischemic white matter injury leads to long-term neurological deficits and lacks effective medication. Growth arrest specific protein 6 (Gas6) clears myelin debris, which is hypothesized to promote white matter integrity in experimental stroke models. By the middle cerebral artery occlusion (MCAO) stroke model, we observed that Gas6 reduced infarcted volume and behavior deficits 4 weeks after MCAO. Compared with control mice, Gas6-treatment mice represented higher FA values in the ipsilateral external capsules by MRI DTI scan. The SMI32/MBP ratio of the ipsilateral cortex and striatum was profoundly alleviated by Gas6 administration. Gas6-treatment group manifested thicker myelin sheaths than the control group by electron microscopy. We observed that Gas6 mainly promoted OPC maturation, which was closely related to microglia. Mechanically, Gas6 accelerated microglia-mediated myelin debris clearance and cholesterol transport protein expression (abca1, abcg1, apoc1, apoe) in vivo and in vitro, accordingly less myelin debris and lipid deposited in Gas6 treated stroke mice. HX531 (RXR inhibitor) administration mitigated the functions of Gas6 in speeding up debris clearance and cholesterol transport protein expression. Generally, we concluded that Gas6 cleared myelin debris and promoted cholesterol transportation protein expression through activating RXR, which could be one critical mechanism contributing to white matter repair after stroke.