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J Chem Phys ; 161(11)2024 Sep 21.
Article in English | MEDLINE | ID: mdl-39282837

ABSTRACT

We apply the analytically solvable model of two electrons in two orbitals to diradical molecules, characterized by two unpaired electrons. The effect of doubly occupied and empty orbitals is taken into account by means of random phase approximation (RPA). We show that in the static limit, the direct RPA leads to the renormalization of the parameters of the two-orbital model. We test our model by comparing its predictions for singlet-triplet splitting with the results of several multi-reference methods for a set of thirteen molecules. We find that for this set, the static RPA results are close to those of the NEVPT2 method with two orbitals and two electrons in the active space.

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Mar Drugs ; 21(5)2023 Apr 28.
Article in English | MEDLINE | ID: mdl-37233477

ABSTRACT

Lung cancer is one of the most lethal malignancies in the world. However, current curative approaches for treating this type of cancer have some weaknesses. Therefore, scientists are attempting to discover new anti-lung cancer agents. Sea cucumber is a marine-derived source for discovering biologically active compounds with anti-lung cancer properties. To explore the anti-lung cancer properties of sea cucumber, we analyzed surveys using VOSviewer software and identified the most frequently used keywords. We then searched the Google Scholar database for compounds with anti-lung cancer properties within that keyword family. Finally, we used AutoDock 4 to identify the compounds with the highest affinity for apoptotic receptors in lung cancer cells. The results showed that triterpene glucosides were the most frequently identified compounds in studies examining the anti-cancer properties of sea cucumbers. Intercedenside C, Scabraside A, and Scabraside B were the three triterpene glycosides with the highest affinity for apoptotic receptors in lung cancer cells. To the best of our knowledge, this is the first time that anti-lung cancer properties of sea cucumber-derived compounds have been examined in in silico conditions. Ultimately, these three components displayed anti-lung cancer properties in in silico conditions and may be used for the manufacture of anti-lung cancer agents in the near future.


Subject(s)
Antineoplastic Agents , Lung Neoplasms , Sea Cucumbers , Triterpenes , Animals , Humans , Lung Neoplasms/drug therapy , Antineoplastic Agents/pharmacology , Glycosides , Triterpenes/pharmacology , Triterpenes/therapeutic use , Bibliometrics , Molecular Structure
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Mar Drugs ; 21(5)2023 Apr 26.
Article in English | MEDLINE | ID: mdl-37233461

ABSTRACT

Sea cucumber extracts and their bioactive compounds have the potential for stem cell proliferation induction and for their beneficial therapeutic properties. In this study, human umbilical cord mesenchymal stromal/stem cells (hUC-MSCs) were exposed to an aqueous extract of Holothuria parva body walls. Proliferative molecules were detected using gas chromatography-mass spectrometry (GC-MS) analysis in an aqueous extract of H. parva. The aqueous extract concentrations of 5, 10, 20, 40, and 80 µg/mL and 10 and 20 ng/mL of human epidermal growth factor (EGF) as positive controls were treated on hUC-MSCs. MTT, cell count, viability, and cell cycle assays were performed. Using Western blot analysis, the effects of extracts of H. parva and EGF on cell proliferation markers were detected. Computational modeling was done to detect effective proliferative compounds in the aqueous extract of H. parva. A MTT assay showed that the 10, 20, and 40 µg/mL aqueous extract of H. parva had a proliferative effect on hUC-MSCs. The cell count, which was treated with a 20 µg/mL concentration, increased faster and higher than the control group (p < 0.05). This concentration of the extract did not have a significant effect on hUC-MSCs' viability. The cell cycle assay of hUC-MSCs showed that the percentage of cells in the G2 stage of the extract was biologically higher than the control group. Expression of cyclin D1, cyclin D3, cyclin E, HIF-1α, and TERT was increased compared with the control group. Moreover, expression of p21 and PCNA decreased after treating hUC-MSCs with the extract. However, CDC-2/cdk-1 and ERK1/2 had almost the same expression as the control group. The expression of CDK-4 and CDK-6 decreased after treatment. Between the detected compounds, 1-methyl-4-(1-methyl phenyl)-benzene showed better affinity to CDK-4 and p21 than tetradecanoic acid. The H. parva aqueous extract showed proliferative potential on hUC-MSCs.


Subject(s)
Holothuria , Sea Cucumbers , Animals , Humans , Epidermal Growth Factor/pharmacology , Cell Differentiation , Umbilical Cord , Stem Cells
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Cell Tissue Res ; 386(2): 365-378, 2021 Nov.
Article in English | MEDLINE | ID: mdl-34424397

ABSTRACT

An automatic decellularization device was developed to perfuse and decellularize male rats' kidneys using both sodium lauryl ether sulfate (SLES) and sodium dodecyl sulfate (SDS) and to compare their efficacy in kidney decellularization and post-transplantation angiogenesis. Kidneys were perfused with either 1% SDS solution for 4 h or 1% SLES solution for 6 h. The decellularized scaffolds were stained with hematoxylin and eosin, periodic acid Schiff, Masson's trichrome, and Alcian blue to determine cell removal and glycogen, collagen, and glycosaminoglycan contents, respectively. Moreover, scanning electron microscopy was performed to evaluate the cell removal and preservation of microarchitecture of both SDS and SLES scaffolds. Additionally, DNA quantification assay was applied for all groups in order to measure residual DNA in the scaffolds and normal kidney. In order to demonstrate biocompatibility of the decellularized scaffolds, human umbilical cord mesenchymal stromal/stem cells (hUC-MSCs) were seeded on the scaffolds. In addition, the allotransplantation was performed in back muscle and angiogenesis was evaluated. Complete cell removal in both SLES and SDS groups was observed in scanning electron microscopy and DNA quantification assays. Moreover, the extracellular matrix (ECM) architecture of rat kidney in the SLES group was significantly preserved better than the SDS group. The hUC-MSCs were successfully migrated from the cell culture plate surface into the SDS and SLES decellularized scaffolds. The formation of blood vessels was observed in the kidney in both SLES and SDS decellularized kidneys. The better preservation of ECM than SDS introduces SLES as the solvent of choice for kidney decellularization.


Subject(s)
Decellularized Extracellular Matrix/chemistry , Kidney/chemistry , Polyethylene Glycols/chemistry , Sodium Dodecyl Sulfate/chemistry , Tissue Scaffolds/chemistry , Animals , Kidney/cytology , Kidney/ultrastructure , Rats , Rats, Sprague-Dawley , Stem Cell Transplantation , Stem Cells/cytology , Tissue Engineering
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Cell Biochem Funct ; 39(2): 267-276, 2021 Mar.
Article in English | MEDLINE | ID: mdl-32893892

ABSTRACT

Spinal cord injury (SCI) is a common devastating condition that causes neuronal loss and dysfunction. Neuroinflammation takes cardinal roles in the pathogenesis of SCI, and nucleotide-binding domain-like receptor protein 3 (NLRP3) inflammasome is a mediator of inflammatory reactions occurring in SCI patients. The present study was designed to survey possible relation between thoracic segments whereby injury occurs with the activity of NLRP3 inflammasome complex, and to find the influence of hormonal therapy on the outcomes. Adult male Wistar rats underwent contusion SCI model at three different thoracic segments T1, T6 and T12, then receiving subcutaneous injection of either 10 mg/kg melatonin or 25 µg/kg 17-ß estradiol (E2) every 12 hours until 72 hours post-SCI. Inflammasome activity was assessed before and at the end of hormonal therapy. SCI rats showed decreased locomotor activity and myelination, and increased activity of the NLRP3, apoptosis-associated speck-like protein (ASC) and caspase-1 at gene and protein levels. Release of interleukins (ILs) 18 and 1ß was also augmented after SCI (P < 0.0.5). Hormonal therapy was most effective for targeting mRNA activity at T6 segment. Treatment with either melatonin or E2 caused a decrease in the protein activity of NLRP3 inflammasome at all segments (P < 0.0.5), except for T6 that NLRP3 protein had no response to melatonin. IL-1ß showed decreased activity in response to hormonal therapy at all segments, whilst IL-18 protein had no change at T1 segment. It is understood that although no alteration in the activity of NLRP3 was found for SCI at different segments, the response to hormonal therapy was influenced by segment. SIGNIFICANCE OF THE STUDY: From our results, the NLRP3 inflammasome activity is not influenced by segment, but there are differences in the effect of hormonal therapy on inflammasome activity at different segments in response to melatonin or E2. These findings also provide the beneficial effects of melatonin or E2 on inflammation caused by spinal cord injury in different thoracic segments. Finally, these data can have therapeutic importance for hormone therapy of spinal cord injury.


Subject(s)
Estradiol/therapeutic use , Inflammasomes/metabolism , Melatonin/therapeutic use , NLR Family, Pyrin Domain-Containing 3 Protein/metabolism , Spinal Cord Injuries/drug therapy , Animals , CARD Signaling Adaptor Proteins/genetics , CARD Signaling Adaptor Proteins/metabolism , Caspase 1/genetics , Caspase 1/metabolism , Disease Models, Animal , Down-Regulation/drug effects , Drug Administration Schedule , Estradiol/pharmacology , Interleukin-18/analysis , Interleukin-18/metabolism , Interleukin-1beta/analysis , Interleukin-1beta/metabolism , Locomotion/drug effects , Male , Melatonin/pharmacology , NLR Family, Pyrin Domain-Containing 3 Protein/genetics , Rats , Rats, Wistar , Spinal Cord/metabolism , Spinal Cord/pathology , Spinal Cord Injuries/metabolism , Spinal Cord Injuries/pathology
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Metab Brain Dis ; 36(7): 2179, 2021 Oct.
Article in English | MEDLINE | ID: mdl-34146217

ABSTRACT

A Correction to this paper has been published: https://doi.org/10.1007/s11011-021-00779-4.

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Metab Brain Dis ; 36(1): 133-144, 2021 01.
Article in English | MEDLINE | ID: mdl-32975719

ABSTRACT

Brain-derived neurotrophic factor (BDNF), as a member of neurotrophin family, plays an important role in neurogenesis, neuronal survival and synaptic plasticity. BDNF is strongly expressed in the hippocampus, where has been associated with memory consolidation, learning, and cognition. In this study, Real-time PCR, immunohistochemistry, and stereology were used to evaluate the gender differences and left-right asymmetries in the expression of BDNF in the developing rat hippocampus during the neurogenesis-active period, at postnatal days P0, P7 and P14. We found the lowest expression of BDNF in the right side and the highest in the left side hippocampi of both male and female neonates at P14 (P ≤ 0.05 each). At the same time, there were significant differences in the hippocampal expression of BDNF between males and females (P ≤ 0.05 each). No important differences in the number of BDNF expressing neurons in different subregions of right/left hippocampus were observed between male and female animals at P0 and P7 (P > 0.05). Furthermore, the highest numerical density of BDNF positive cells was detected in the both sides hippocampal CA1 in the male/female offspring at P7, and in the CA2, CA3 and dentate gyrus at P14 (P ≤ 0.05 each). Based on these findings, it can be concluded that there are prominent sex and interhemispheric differences in the expression of BDNF in the developing rat hippocampus, suggesting a probable mechanism for the control of gender and laterality differences in development, structure, and function of the hippocampus.


Subject(s)
Brain-Derived Neurotrophic Factor/metabolism , Functional Laterality/physiology , Hippocampus/metabolism , Neurons/metabolism , Sex Characteristics , Animals , Female , Male , Rats , Rats, Wistar
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J Cell Physiol ; 235(9): 6113-6126, 2020 09.
Article in English | MEDLINE | ID: mdl-32048305

ABSTRACT

Polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS) is a disorder characterized by oligomenorrhea, anovulation, and hyperandrogenism. Altered mitochondrial biogenesis can result in hyperandrogenism. The goal of this study was to examine the effect of vitamin D3 on mitochondrial biogenesis of the granulosa cells in the PCOS-induced mouse model. Vitamin D3 applies its effect via the mitogen-activated pathway kinase-extracellular signal-regulated kinases (MAPK-ERK1/2) pathway. The PCOS mouse model was induced by the injection of dehydroepiandrosterone (DHEA). Isolated granulosa cells were subsequently treated with vitamin D3, MAPK activator, and MAPK inhibitor. Gene expression levels were measured using real-time polymerase chain reaction. MAPK proteins were investigated by western blot analysis. We also determined reactive oxygen species (ROS) levels with 2', 7'-dichlorofluorescein diacetate. Mitochondrial membrane potential (mtMP) was also measured by TMJC1. Mitochondrial biogenesis (peroxisome proliferator-activated receptor gamma coactivator 1-α and nuclear respiratory factor), antioxidant (superoxide dismutase, glutathione peroxidase, and catalase), and antiapoptotic (B-cell lymphoma-2) genes were upregulated in the PCOS mice that treated with vitamin D3 compared with the PCOS mice without any treatment. Vitamin D3 and MAPK activator-treated groups also reduced ROS levels compared with the nontreated PCOS group. In summary, vitamin D3 and MAPK activator increased the levels of mitochondrial biogenesis, MAPK pathway, and mtMP markers, while concomitantly decreased ROS levels in granulosa cells of the PCOS-induced mice. This study suggests that vitamin D3 may improve mitochondrial biogenesis through stimulation of the MAPK pathway in cultured granulosa cells of DHEA-induced PCOS mice which yet to be investigated.


Subject(s)
Cholecalciferol/pharmacology , MAP Kinase Signaling System/drug effects , Organelle Biogenesis , Polycystic Ovary Syndrome/drug therapy , Animals , Apoptosis/drug effects , Catalase/genetics , Dehydroepiandrosterone/toxicity , Disease Models, Animal , Female , Glutathione Peroxidase/genetics , Granulosa Cells/drug effects , Humans , Mice , Nuclear Respiratory Factors/genetics , Peroxisome Proliferator-Activated Receptor Gamma Coactivator 1-alpha/genetics , Polycystic Ovary Syndrome/chemically induced , Polycystic Ovary Syndrome/genetics , Polycystic Ovary Syndrome/pathology , Reactive Oxygen Species/metabolism , Superoxide Dismutase/genetics
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Cell Tissue Res ; 381(3): 397-410, 2020 Sep.
Article in English | MEDLINE | ID: mdl-32696217

ABSTRACT

Spinal cord injury (SCI) is a devastating condition with a growing incidence in developing countries. The activity of inflammasome complexes initiates neuroinflammation, which is a key player in SCI pathogenesis. Here, NLRP1, NLRP3, and absent in melanoma 2 (AIM2) inflammasome complexes were assessed in the contusive (T6) SCI rats for their expression profiles and their response to hormonal therapy (10 mg/kg melatonin or 25 µg/kg 17ß-estradiol [E2] every 12 h until 72 h). Two phases was considered in this study: the dominant time of inflammasome activation, which was 72 h post-SCI and the response from each complex to hormonal therapy at this time. Gene and protein expressions of NLRP1, NLRP3, AIM2, ASC, and caspase-1 were evaluated by real-time PCR (for gene analysis), western blot, and immunohistochemistry (IHC), and biochemical presence of IL-18 and IL-1ß in spinal cord tissue homogenates was analyzed by enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay (ELISA). The whole inflammasome complexes showed high expressions in the SCI group, while after hormonal therapy, these alterations were counteracted, which were more conspicuous for the NLRP1 and NLRP3. Melatonin had no predilection over E2 for such effect. Finally, the expression profile of signaling related to the synthesis (TLR4/NF-κB) and activation (NADPH oxidase 2 [NOX2]/TXNIP) of inflammasome complexes was surveyed, and there were low activities for the two pathways in SCI rats that underwent hormone therapy. From the findings, it is concluded that both melatonin and E2 are efficient to target inflammasome activation in the SCI rats.


Subject(s)
DNA-Binding Proteins/metabolism , Inflammasomes/metabolism , NLR Family, Pyrin Domain-Containing 3 Protein/metabolism , Spinal Cord Injuries/genetics , Animals , Disease Models, Animal , Male , Rats , Rats, Wistar , Signal Transduction
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J Phys Chem A ; 123(24): 5081-5090, 2019 Jun 20.
Article in English | MEDLINE | ID: mdl-30938995

ABSTRACT

The variation in the singlet-triplet energy gap of diphenylcarbene (DPC) upon interaction with hydrogen (water and methanol) or halogen bond (XCF3, X = Cl, Br, I) donors to form van der Waals (vdW) complexes is investigated in relation to the electrostatic and dispersion components of such intermolecular interactions. The domain-based local pair natural orbital coupled cluster method, DLPNO-CCSD(T), is used for calculating accurate single-triplet energy gaps and interaction energies for both spin states. The local energy decomposition scheme is used to provide an accurate quantification to the various interaction energy components at the DLPNO-CCSD(T) level. It is shown that the formation of vdW adducts stabilizes the singlet state of DPC, and in the case of water, methanol, and ICF3, it reverses the ground state from triplet to singlet. Electrostatic interactions are significant in both spin states, but preferentially stabilize the singlet state. For methanol and ClCF3, London dispersion forces have the opposite effect, stabilizing preferentially the triplet state. The quantification of the energetic components of the interactions through the local energy decomposition analysis correlates well with experimental findings and provides the basis for more elaborate treatments of microsolvation in carbenes.

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Endocr Regul ; 53(2): 93-99, 2019 Apr 01.
Article in English | MEDLINE | ID: mdl-31517623

ABSTRACT

OBJECTIVE: Stem cell therapy, specifically, pre-induction of mesenchymal stem cells toward male germ-like cells may be useful in patients with azoospermia. The aim of this study was to evaluate in vitro differentiation of mouse bone marrow-derived mesenchymal stem cells (BMSCs) into male germ-like cells by indirect co-culture with testicular cells in the presence of bone morphogenetic protein 4 (BMP4). METHODS: Experimental groups included: control (mouse BMSCs), treatment group-1 (BMSCs treated with BMP4), treatment group-2 (indirect co-culture of BMSCs with mouse testicular cells in the presence of BMP4) and treatment group-3 (indirect co-culture of BMSCs with testicular cells). BMSCs-derived male germ-like cells were evaluated by the expression of Dazl, and Stra8 using RT-qPCR. RESULTS: Stra8 gene expression was significantly increased in the treatment group-2 and Dazl gene was significantly increased in the treatment group-1 compared to other groups. In conclusion, indirect co-culturing of BMSCs with testicular cells and BMP4 leads to the differentiation of BMSCs into male germ-like cells which express specific male germ-like genes. Testicular cells released factors that contributed to the differentiation of BMSCs into male germ progenitor cells. CONCLUSION: This study suggests that mesenchymal stem cells may be differentiated into male germ-like cells and therefore, may be a novel treatment option for men with azoospermia.


Subject(s)
Bone Morphogenetic Protein 4/pharmacology , Cell Differentiation/drug effects , Mesenchymal Stem Cells/drug effects , Spermatozoa/drug effects , Testis/cytology , Animals , Bone Marrow Cells/drug effects , Bone Marrow Cells/physiology , Cells, Cultured , Coculture Techniques/methods , Germ Cells/drug effects , Germ Cells/physiology , Humans , Male , Mesenchymal Stem Cells/physiology , Mice , Spermatozoa/physiology
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Cell Biochem Funct ; 36(4): 183-193, 2018 Jun.
Article in English | MEDLINE | ID: mdl-29676471

ABSTRACT

Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) is an endocrine and metabolic disorder in reproductive-aged women. Hormonal abnormality caused by steroidogenesis disturbances appears to be the main culprit of the clinical picture in PCOS. Vitamin D3 could regulate steroidogenesis in granulosa cells, but the mechanism of action of vitamin D3 on steroidogenesis remains unknown. AMP-activated protein kinase (AMPK) has a modulating role in steroid hormone production. We investigated the effect of vitamin D3 on steroidogenesis in cultured granulosa cells of dehydroepiandrosterone-induced PCOS mice and studied the involvement of AMPK signalling pathway in the current process. Immunoblotting assay showed that vitamin D3 could increase phosphorylation of AMPK alpha and acetyl-CoA carboxylase, main substrate of AMPK. Vitamin D3 and 5-aminoimidazole-4-carboxamide-1-ß-D-riboside or Aicar (AMPK activator) not only reduced gene expression of steroidogenic enzymes (P450scc or Cyp11a1, StAR, Cyp19a1 and 3B-HSD), but also reduced production of progesterone and 17B-estradiol assessed by radioimmunoassay. Pretreatment with compound C (AMPK inhibitor) decreased APMK phosphorylation and eliminated the effects of vitamin D3 and Aicar on steroidogenic enzymes expression and estradiol and progesterone production. This study showed that vitamin D3 has the main role in regulating of steroidogenesis in granulosa cells of mouse polycystic ovary through activation of the AMPK signalling pathway. SIGNIFICANCE OF THE STUDY: Polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS) is an endocrine disorder of women in reproductive age. This disorder is partly related to disruption in steroidogenesis pathway and dysregulation of estradiol and progesterone production in granulosa cells of polycystic ovaries. Previously, we have shown that vitamin D3 could modulate steroidogenesis pathway in PCOS granulosa cells. In this study, we investigate the molecular mechanism of vitamin D3 in regulation of steroidogenesis pathway. We have shown that vitamin D3 has a modulating role in steroidogenesis pathway of granulosa cells by regulation of AMP-activated protein kinase (AMPK) as an underlying molecular mechanism in mouse polycystic ovary.


Subject(s)
AMP-Activated Protein Kinases/metabolism , Cholecalciferol/pharmacology , Granulosa Cells/drug effects , Granulosa Cells/enzymology , Polycystic Ovary Syndrome/drug therapy , Steroids/biosynthesis , Animals , Cells, Cultured , Dehydroepiandrosterone , Disease Models, Animal , Dose-Response Relationship, Drug , Enzyme Activation/drug effects , Female , Granulosa Cells/metabolism , Granulosa Cells/pathology , Mice , Mice, Inbred BALB C , Polycystic Ovary Syndrome/chemically induced , Polycystic Ovary Syndrome/metabolism , Polycystic Ovary Syndrome/pathology , Structure-Activity Relationship
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Water Sci Technol ; 78(11): 2297-2307, 2018 Dec.
Article in English | MEDLINE | ID: mdl-30699081

ABSTRACT

Magnetically recoverable chitosan based spinel cobalt and nickel ferrite (CS/CoFe2O4 and CS/NiFe2O4, respectively) composites were successfully prepared in one step. A series of batch adsorption experiments indicated that the removal of toxic Cd(II) ions by the as-obtained composites as adsorbents was pH-dependent, rapid, proficient, better fitted to pseudo-second-order kinetics model and Langmuir monolayer adsorption isotherm model. Compared to the naked particles, magnetic bio-polymer composites exhibited promoted adsorption capacity. Competitive adsorption studies in binary solutions illustrated preferable selectivity of adsorbents toward Cd(II) ions in the presence of co-existing cations. More importantly, CS/CoFe2O4 and CS/NiFe2O4 had a satisfactory practical application in the removal of Cd(II) from real groundwater spiked with cadmium. The exhausted adsorbents could be regenerated efficiently by 0.5 M HNO3. The results from this study support that CS/CoFe2O4 and CS/NiFe2O4 prove excellent adsorption behavior for the removal of Cd(II) ions from aqueous media.


Subject(s)
Cadmium/chemistry , Water Pollutants, Chemical/chemistry , Water Purification/methods , Adsorption , Cadmium/analysis , Chitosan/chemistry , Cobalt/chemistry , Ferric Compounds/chemistry , Hydrogen-Ion Concentration , Kinetics , Nickel/chemistry , Water Pollutants, Chemical/analysis
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Biologicals ; 48: 66-73, 2017 Jul.
Article in English | MEDLINE | ID: mdl-28579353

ABSTRACT

The skin wounds caused by insults should be treated immediately to restore the functions and integrity. Recent studies suggest that stem cells-based therapies may be applicable in wound healing. Newly defined menstrual blood-derived stem cells (MenSCs) show high rate of cell proliferation and trans-differentiation potency to various cell types. However, MenSCs potential to generate keratinocyte for future therapeutic use of skin lesions has been remained to investigate. We cultivated MenSCs in the presence of isolated foreskin derived-keratinocytes using an indirect co-culture system and evaluated efficiency of this protocol to generate keratinocytes using immunofluorescent staining and Real Time PCR technique. Our results showed that differentiated keratinocytes express epidermal/keratinocytes lineage specific markers such as K14, p63, and involucrin at both mRNA and protein levels. Immunofluorescent staining showed the expression of involucrin and K14 in differentiated cells in contrast to undifferentiated cells. Moreover, mRNA expression levels of K14 (11.1 folds, p = 0.001), p63 (10.23 folds, p = 0.001), and involucrin (2.94 folds, p = 0.001) were higher in differentiated MenSCs compared to non-cocultured cells. Therefore, we firstly presented evidence about differentiation capability of MenSCs into epidermal/keratinocytes lineage. Considering the advantages of MenSCs such as great accessibility, these stem cells are promising for stem cells-based therapies of skin defects.


Subject(s)
Cell Differentiation , Keratinocytes/metabolism , Menstruation , Stem Cells/metabolism , Wound Healing , Adult , Antigens, Differentiation/biosynthesis , Female , Humans , Infant, Newborn , Keratinocytes/cytology , Male , Stem Cells/cytology
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Cell Biol Int ; 38(6): 782-9, 2014 Jun.
Article in English | MEDLINE | ID: mdl-24677291

ABSTRACT

We have examined the effect of retinoic acid (RA) on differentiation of bone marrow-derived CD15(+) , Oct4(+) and CXCR4(+) cells into male germ cells. Bone marrow stem cells (BMSCs) were isolated from the femur of 3-4-week-old male C57BL/6 mice. Magnetic-activated cell sorting (MACS) system was used to sort CD15(+) , Oct4(+) and CXCR4(+) cells. RT-PCR was used to follow the expression of pluripotency markers. Sorted CD15(+) , Oct4(+) and CXCR4(+) cells were cultured in an undifferentiated condition on a feeder layer of mitomycin C-inactivated C2C12. The embryoid-like bodies were differentiated into male germ cells by retinoic acid. To identify the expression of male germ specific markers, differentiated cells were analysed by means of reverse transcriptase polymerase chain reaction (RT-PCR) and immunofluorescence staining. RT-PCR and immunofluorescence show that bone marrow-derived CD15(+) , Oct4(+) and CXCR4(+) cells express pluripotency markers, Oct4, Nanog, Rex-1, SOX-2 and AP. The purified CD15(+) , Oct4(+) and CXCR4(+) formed structures like embryoid bodies when plated over a feeder layer; these bodies were alkaline phosphatase positive. When cells were induced by RA, bone marrow-derived CD15(+) , Oct4(+) and CXCR4(+) were positive for Mvh, Dazl, Piwil2, Dppa3 and Stra8, that known molecular markers of male germ cells. Thus RA can induce differentiation of mouse bone marrow-derived CD15(+) , Oct4(+) and CXCR4(+) cells into male germ cells in vitro. Negative results for the gene expression analysis of female germ cells markers, GDF9 and ZP3, confirmed this conclusion.


Subject(s)
Cell Differentiation/drug effects , Mesenchymal Stem Cells/cytology , Spermatozoa/cytology , Tretinoin/pharmacology , Adaptor Proteins, Signal Transducing/metabolism , Animals , Argonaute Proteins/metabolism , Bone Marrow Cells/cytology , Cell Culture Techniques , Cells, Cultured , Chromosomal Proteins, Non-Histone , DEAD-box RNA Helicases/metabolism , Egg Proteins/biosynthesis , Female , Fucosyltransferases/metabolism , Growth Differentiation Factor 9/biosynthesis , Homeodomain Proteins/biosynthesis , Male , Membrane Glycoproteins/biosynthesis , Mice , Mice, Inbred C57BL , Nanog Homeobox Protein , Octamer Transcription Factor-3/metabolism , Ovum , RNA-Binding Proteins/metabolism , Receptors, CXCR4/metabolism , Receptors, Cell Surface/biosynthesis , Repressor Proteins/metabolism , SOXB1 Transcription Factors/biosynthesis , Transcription Factors/biosynthesis , Zona Pellucida Glycoproteins
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Cell Biochem Biophys ; 82(3): 2827-2835, 2024 Sep.
Article in English | MEDLINE | ID: mdl-38992260

ABSTRACT

In recent years, Sunset Yellow (SY) has been widely used as a food additive, sparking debates about its potential toxicity. This research aims to investigate SY's effects at both the molecular and histopathological levels, along with the protective benefits of Coenzyme Q10 (CoQ10) supplementation in male rat testes. Forty-two male Sprague-Dawley rats were randomly divided into six groups (n = 7) and given daily oral gavages for six weeks. The groups included: a low dose of Sunset Yellow (2.5 mg/kg/day), a high dose of Sunset Yellow (70 mg/kg/day), CoQ10 (10 mg/kg/day), CoQ10 with the low dose of Sunset Yellow, CoQ10 with the high dose of Sunset Yellow, and deionized water as a control. After anesthesia, the rats' testes were removed for molecular and histological analysis. The findings showed a dose-dependent rise in the expression of oxidative stress genes (Sod, Gpx, and Cata) and a notable decrease in the expression of the steroidogenic acute regulatory (Star) gene (P value < 0.05) with increasing SY doses. Histological results supported these outcomes. Additionally, there was no significant distinction between rats treated with CoQ10 along with low doses of Sunset Yellow (CoQ10+LD) and control rats given low doses of Sunset Yellow (SY-LD). Conclusions: This study illustrates that SY, as an artificial food dye, has harmful effects on the male reproductive system, while the utilization of CoQ10 can alleviate the negative impacts of SY exposure.


Subject(s)
Oxidative Stress , Rats, Sprague-Dawley , Testis , Ubiquinone , Animals , Male , Ubiquinone/analogs & derivatives , Ubiquinone/pharmacology , Testis/drug effects , Testis/metabolism , Rats , Oxidative Stress/drug effects , Phosphoproteins/metabolism , Phosphoproteins/genetics , Superoxide Dismutase/metabolism , Superoxide Dismutase/genetics , Glutathione Peroxidase/metabolism , Glutathione Peroxidase/genetics , Catalase/metabolism , Catalase/genetics , Azo Compounds
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Int J Fertil Steril ; 18(Suppl 1): 60-70, 2024 Jul 13.
Article in English | MEDLINE | ID: mdl-39033372

ABSTRACT

BACKGROUND: In this phase I clinical trial, our primary objective was to develop an innovative therapeutic approach utilizing autologous bone marrow-derived mesenchymal stromal/stem cells (BM-MSCs) for the treatment of nonobstructive azoospermia (NOA). Additionally, we aimed to assess the feasibility and safety of this approach. MATERIALS AND METHODS: We recruited 80 participants in this non-randomized, open-label clinical trial, including patients undergoing NOA treatment using autologous BM-MSCs (n=40) and those receiving hormone therapy as a control group (n=40). Detailed participant characteristics, such as age, baseline hormonal profiles, etiology of NOA, and medical history, were thoroughly documented. Autotransplantation of BM-MSCs into the testicular network was achieved using microsurgical testicular sperm extraction (microTESE). Semen analysis and hormonal assessments were performed both before and six months after treatment. Additionally, we conducted an in-silico analysis to explore potential protein-protein interactions between exosomes secreted from BM-MSCs and receptors present in human seminiferous tubule cells. RESULTS: Our results revealed significant improvements following treatment, including increased testosterone and inhibin B levels, elevated sperm concentration, and reduced levels of follicle-stimulating hormone (FSH), luteinizing hormone (LH), and prolactin. Notably, in nine patients (22.5%) previously diagnosed with secondary infertility and exhibiting azoospermia before treatment, the proposed approach yielded successful outcomes, as indicated by hormonal profile changes over six months. Importantly, these improvements were achieved without complications. Additionally, our in-silico analysis identified potential binding interactions between the protein content of BM-MSC-derived exosomes and receptors integral to spermatogenesis. CONCLUSION: Autotransplantation of BM-MSCs into the testicular network using microTESE in NOA patients led to the regeneration of seminiferous tubules and the regulation of hormonal profiles governing spermatogenesis. Our findings support the safety and effectiveness of autologous BM-MSCs as a promising treatment modality for NOA, with a particular focus on the achieved outcomes in patients with secondary infertility (registration number: IRCT20190519043634N1).

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Iran J Med Sci ; 49(9): 559-572, 2024 Sep.
Article in English | MEDLINE | ID: mdl-39371380

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Background: Primary biliary cholangitis (PBC) is a condition affecting the liver and immune system. In this study, the impact of autologous bone marrow-derived mononuclear cell (BM-MNC) transplantation on PBC patients was investigated. Methods: Sixteen eligible PBC patients participated at the National Scientific Medical Center in Astana, Kazakhstan, between 2017 and 2022, and BM-MNCs were harvested from their anterior iliac crest. After isolating and cultivating the BM-MNCs, they were infused back into the patient's peripheral veins. Changes in BM-MNC and peripheral blood mononuclear cell (PB-MNC) phenotypes were assessed before and after a 24-hour cultivation period and 72 hours post-transplantation. We monitored liver function parameters over 6-month intervals and conducted flow cytometry analysis to assess CD markers on BM-MNCs before and after cultivation and PB-MNCs before and after transplantation. Statistical analysis included the Friedman test for liver parameters and the Wilcoxon signed-rank test for BM-MNC and PB-MNC comparisons. Results: Our findings revealed significant reductions in liver function tests after multiple transplantations. Flow cytometry analysis before and after a 24-hour culture and autologous BM-MNC infusion revealed the expansion of specific cell populations, with significant increases in CD3+, CD4+, CD16+, CD20+, CD25+, CD34+, CD105+, CD73+, СD117+, and CD34+populations, while CD4+25+, CD34+105+, and CD4+FOXP3+ populations decreased. Interestingly, a contradictory finding was observed with a decrease in bone marrow CD34+105+ cell lines (P=0.03) alongside an increase in peripheral CD34+105+ population (P=0.03). Conclusion: In summary, our study shows that BM-MNC transplantation in PBC patients leads to changes in immune cell populations and liver function. These findings suggest potential therapeutic applications of BM-MNC transplantation in managing PBC and offer insights into the dynamics of immune cells associated with this treatment approach.


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Leukocytes, Mononuclear , Liver Cirrhosis, Biliary , Transplantation, Autologous , Humans , Female , Middle Aged , Liver Cirrhosis, Biliary/physiopathology , Liver Cirrhosis, Biliary/therapy , Transplantation, Autologous/methods , Transplantation, Autologous/statistics & numerical data , Transplantation, Autologous/standards , Male , Adult , Phenotype , Bone Marrow Cells/physiology , Bone Marrow Transplantation/methods , Bone Marrow Transplantation/statistics & numerical data , Bone Marrow Transplantation/standards
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Toxicol Rep ; 10: 104-116, 2023.
Article in English | MEDLINE | ID: mdl-36685271

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Despite the widespread use of silver nanoparticles (NPs), these NPs can accumulate and have toxic effects on various organs. However, the effects of silver nanostructures (Ag-NS) with alginate coating on the male reproductive system have not been studied. Therefore, this study aimed to investigate the impacts of this NS on sperm function and testicular structure. After the synthesis and characterization of Ag-NS, the animals were divided into five groups (n = 8), including one control group, two sham groups (received 1.5 mg/kg/day alginate solution for 14 and 35 days), and two treatment groups (received Ag-NS at the same dose and time). Following injections, sperm parameters, apoptosis, and autophagy were analyzed by the TUNEL assay and measurement of the mRNA expression of Bax, Bcl-2, caspase-3, LC3, and Beclin-1. Fertilization rate was assessed by in vitro fertilization (IVF), and testicular structure was analyzed using the TUNEL assay and hematoxylin and eosin (H&E) staining. The results showed that the NS was rod-shaped, had a size of about 60 nm, and could reduce sperm function and fertility. Gene expression results demonstrated an increase in the apoptotic markers and a decrease in autophagy markers, indicating apoptotic cell death. Moreover, Ag-NS invaded testicular tissues, especially in the chronic phase (35 days), resulting in tissue alteration and epithelium disintegration. The results suggest that sperm parameters and fertility were affected. In addition, NS has negative influences on testicular tissues, causing infertility in men exposed to these NS.

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