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J Neurovirol ; 2024 Jun 11.
Artículo en Inglés | MEDLINE | ID: mdl-38861222

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BACKGROUND: Viral encephalitis (VE) is a common infectious disease of the central nervous system in children. Children with severe disease may have progressive neurological damage and even lead to death. AIMS: To assess the serum miR-142-3p levels in children with VE and the correlation between miR-142-3p and the severity and prognosis of VE. Besides, its relationship with nerve injury and inflammatory response was assessed. METHODS: Children with VE were regarded as a case group and healthy children served as control. The content of serum miR-142-3p was determined using real-time quantitative PCR. The risk factors associated with severity and prognosis of cases were evaluated using logistic analysis. The discrepancy in miR-142-3p levels, nerve injury-related indicators, and inflammatory cytokines were contrasted among groups. The ROC curve was conducted to assess the diagnostic performance of serum miR-142-3p in predicting prognosis of children with VE. RESULTS: The altered expression of miR-142-3p in serum of children with VE was enhanced in contrast to healthy control. Serum nerve injury indicators MBP, ß-EP, and NSE levels and serum inflammatory cytokines IL-6, IL-18, and IFN-γ were high in children with VE in contrast to healthy control, and had positive relevance with serum miR-142-3p. Besides, serum miR-142-3p was a risk factor associated with the severity and prognosis of children with VE. Serum miR-142-3p had diagnostic performance in predicting the prognosis of children with VE. CONCLUSION: Serum miR-142-3p content is high in children with VE and maybe a diagnosis marker for predicting prognosis. The specific miR-142-3p expression may be directly related to the severity of nerve injury and inflammatory response for VE.

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Food Chem X ; 22: 101457, 2024 Jun 30.
Artículo en Inglés | MEDLINE | ID: mdl-38798795

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The poor thermal stability and emulsifying properties of ovalbumin (OVA) limit its functional performance, but these limitations may be overcome by forming binary complexes. We prepared binary complexes of OVA and fucoidan (FUC) through electrostatic self-assembly and investigated the emulsifying properties of the complex by measuring the particle size, interfacial membrane thickness, zeta potential, and stability of the emulsion prepared with camellia oil and the complex. The OVA-FUC emulsions have a thicker interfacial membrane, lower mobility, higher viscosity, and better stability compared with the OVA emulsions. The emulsion prepared with 1.5 % OVA-FUC remained stable and homogeneous during storage. They tended to become unstable with freeze-thaw, but the oil encapsulated did not leak after coalescence occurred. With the addition of Ca2+, the OVA-FUC emulsion will be converted into a gel state. These findings indicate that OVA-FUC binary complexes can be used to prepare high-performance emulsions with great potential for development.

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Meat Sci ; 213: 109478, 2024 Jul.
Artículo en Inglés | MEDLINE | ID: mdl-38460233

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This study aimed to explore the mechanism of cooking intensity on the tenderness of stir-fried pork slices from the perspective of the changes in temperature distribution. Infrared thermal imaging was used to monitor the distribution of temperature. Results showed that the high-level heat (HH) treatment could improve tenderness. When the center temperature increased to 100 °C, the shear force of samples from the low-level heat (LH) group increased by around 3-fold, and HH reduced this upward trend. This result was mainly attributed to the shorter heating time undergone by the HH-treated samples compared to the LH treatment, which resulted in less structural shrinkage and faster passing through the protein denaturation interval of the samples. These changes alleviated temperature fluctuations caused by water loss. This explanation could be confirmed by the results of T2 relaxation time and Fourier transform-infrared spectroscopy (FT-IR). However, the LH treatment caused a slower rise in oil temperature due to more moisture migration, which required the samples to undergo longer thermal denaturation, leading to a deterioration in tenderness. Moreover, histological analysis revealed that the greater integrity of endomysium in the HH group inhibited water loss and oil absorption, which contributed to obtain low-fat meat products with higher tenderness. This study provides support for the industrialization of traditional pork cuisines using oil as the heating medium.


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Culinaria , Calor , Animales , Porcinos , Calor/efectos adversos , Espectroscopía Infrarroja por Transformada de Fourier/métodos , Carne de Cerdo/análisis , Agua
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Food Chem X ; 21: 101160, 2024 Mar 30.
Artículo en Inglés | MEDLINE | ID: mdl-38379806

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The primary objective of this research was to investigate the effects of fermented Auricularia cornea var. Li./blueberry (FACB) on the gut microbiota of these super-large mouse models. The study, found that the groups who were given different amounts of FACB saw a significant reduction in their triglyceride and total cholesterol levels. There was a noteworthy increase in the ranks of high-density lipoprotein cholesterol (HDL-C) (P < 0.05). Furthermore, it was noted that FACB influenced the gut microbiota of the obese rats, improving in both the variety and quantity of short-chain fatty acids present in their intestines. This research provided the inaugural evidence of FACB's potential as an effective anti-obesity agent in a high-fat diet model, implying it could serve as a preventive measure against obesity.

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Foods ; 13(2)2024 Jan 20.
Artículo en Inglés | MEDLINE | ID: mdl-38275702

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In this study, Auricularia cornea var. Li. polysaccharides (ACP) were used as the research object to prepare liposome gel and determine its antioxidant activity in vitro. Phosphorylated Auricularia cornea var. Li. polysaccharides (P-ACP) were prepared via the phosphorylation of ACP by the phosphate method. Additionally, phosphorylated Auricularia cornea var. Li. polysaccharide liposomes (P-ACPL) were prepared using a reverse evaporation method. Finally, phosphorylated Auricularia cornea var. Li. polysaccharide liposome gel (P-ACPLG) was prepared by dispersing the P-ACPL in the gel matrix. The results show that the phosphorylation of the P-ACP was 15.51%, the containment rate of the P-ACPL was 84.50%, the average particle size was (192.2 ± 3.3) nm, and the particle size distribution map had a homogeneous peak, resulting in the particle dispersion being uniform and the polydispersion index (PDI) being 0.134 ± 0.021. The average Zeta potential was (-33.4 ± 0.57) mV. In addition, the in vitro antioxidant activity of the P-ACPL was slightly higher than that of the ACP and P-ACP. After the P-ACPL was emulsified into P-ACPLG, the DPPH, hydroxyl radical clearance, and reducing the ability of P-ACPL remained unchanged. In general, the P-ACPLG prepared in this study has good antioxidant activity in vitro and can retain the antioxidant activity of P-ACPL in vitro well.

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J Hazard Mater ; 463: 132898, 2024 02 05.
Artículo en Inglés | MEDLINE | ID: mdl-37939561

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A novel ratiometric fluorescent nanoprobe (Rh6G@UIO-66-NH2) was fabricated for efficient nitrite (NO2-) detection in the present study. When NO2- was introduced, it interacted with the amino groups on the surface of Rh6G@UIO-66-NH2, forming diazonium salts that led to the quenching of blue fluorescence. With this strategy, a good linear relationship between NO2- concentration and the fluorescent intensity ratio of the nanoprobe in the range of 1-100 µM was established, with a detection limit of 0.021 µM. This dual-readout nanosensor was applied to analyze the concentration of NO2- in real meat samples, achieving satisfactory recovery rates of 94.72-104.52%, highlighting the practical potential of this method. Furthermore, a portable Gel/Rh6G@UIO-66-NH2 hydrogel test kit was constructed for on-spot dual-mode detection of NO2-. This kit allows for convenient colorimetric analysis and fluorometric detection when used in conjunction with a smartphone. All the photos taken with the portable kit was converted into digital information using ImageJ software. It provides colorimetric and fluorescent visual detection of NO2- over a range of 0.1-1.5 mM, achieving a direct quantitative tool for NO2- identification. This methodology presents a promising strategy for NO2- detection and expands the application prospects for on-spot monitoring of food safety assessment.


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Productos de la Carne , Productos de la Carne/análisis , Nitritos/análisis , Hidrogeles , Dióxido de Nitrógeno , Límite de Detección , Colorantes Fluorescentes
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World J Clin Cases ; 11(30): 7363-7371, 2023 Oct 26.
Artículo en Inglés | MEDLINE | ID: mdl-37969439

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BACKGROUND: As one of the most important members in clinical trials, the number of clinical research nurses (CRN) can't keep up with the growth of experimental projects, so it is urgent to build clinical research training and strengthen the background knowledge of nurses. AIM: To construct CRN training program based on position competence, accelerate the construction of CRN talent pool, and provide scientific guidance significance for CRN training. METHODS: Based on the position competence model, combined with literature research and qualitative interview results, the first draft was prepared of the CRN training program. Two rounds of correspondence with 16 experts were conducted using the Delphi method to determine the training program. RESULTS: The effective recovery rate of the expert correspondence questionnaire was 100% and the authority coefficients of the 2 rounds of experts were 0.826 and 0.895. Finally, 4 first-level indicators and determine 15 s-level indicators of training objectives. The training program included 4 first-level indicators, training requirements, content, methods, assessment and evaluation, 15 s-level indicators, and 74 third-level indicators. CONCLUSION: The CRN training program based on position competence is scientific and extendable, providing a basis for participation in CRN training.

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Foods ; 12(21)2023 Oct 29.
Artículo en Inglés | MEDLINE | ID: mdl-37959065

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Liposomes (Lip) are microstructures containing lipid and aqueous phases for encapsulation and delivery of bioactivators. In this study, Ginsenoside Rh2 liposomes (Rh2-Lip) were prepared by a thin-film hydrated ultrasonic binding method. But they are not stable during storage. In addition, Rh2-Lip was wrapped with Auricultural cornea polysaccharide (ACP) and Chitosan (CS) as coating materials to improve stability. CS coating was used as a positive control. The particle sizes determined by dynamic light scattering (DLS) showed 183 ± 5.52 nm for liposomes, 197 ± 6.7 nm for Auricultural cornea polysaccharide coated liposomes (ACP-Rh2-Lip), and 198 ± 3.5 nm for Chitosan coated liposomes (CS-Rh2-Lip). The polydispersity index (PDI) of all liposomes was less than 0.3. Transmission electron microscopy (TEM) showed that ACP and CS were successfully encapsulated on the liposome surface. In vitro simulations of digestive stability in the gastrointestinal tract showed that ACP-Rh2-Lip and CS-Rh2-Lip were more stable in gastrointestinal fluids compared to Lip. The antioxidant experiment revealed that ACP-Rh2-Lip has greater antioxidant activity than Lip. The purpose of this study was to look into the effects of ACP-Rh2-Lip and to offer a reference for Ginsenoside Rh2 (Rh2) delivery.

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J Ethnopharmacol ; 317: 116825, 2023 Dec 05.
Artículo en Inglés | MEDLINE | ID: mdl-37348792

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ETHNOPHARMACOLOGICAL RELEVANCE: Cynanchum komarovii (CK), the northwest Chinese region's common medicinal herb, was traditionally utilized to treat arthritis, toothache, bald sores and cholecystitis. Various forms of arthritis can be treated with CK, based on "Medicinal Plants of Chinese Desert Areas". However, the exact mechanism of action in rheumatoid arthritis (RA) is uncertain. AIM OF THE STUDY: To evaluate the in vitro and in vivo effects of CK extracts on RA and to preliminarily investigate its anti-RA mechanism of action. MATERIALS AND METHODS: The main components of CK extract were analyzed by HPLC method. The effects of CK on the proliferation and apoptosis of human rheumatoid arthritis fibroblast-like synoviocytes (HFLS-RA) cells and the expression of apoptosis-related proteins in HFLS-RA cells were evaluated by CCK8 assay, flow cytometry and WB assay. To verify the anti-RA effect of CK extracts in vivo, a collagen-induced arthritis (CIA) rat model was established. The rats were divided into six groups: normal group, model group, CK high-dose group (1000 mg/kg, CK-H), CK medium-dose group (500 mg/kg, CK-M), CK low-dose group (250 mg/kg, CK-L) and methotrexate-positive drug group (MTX); the drug was administered continuously for 28 days. Body weight changes, joint swelling, arthritis index, bone density, ankle lesions, immune organ index, splenic lesions and inflammatory factor expression were used to evaluate the in vivo anti-RA activity of the extract. RESULTS: The findings of in vitro experiments showed that 10% CK-containing serum decreased the expression level of Bcl-2, increased the expression levels of Bax and Cleaved Caspase-3 in synovial cells, and prevented TNF-α induced aberrant proliferation and apoptotic antagonism in HFLS-RA cells. According to in vivo studies, CK extract at doses above 250 mg/kg was effective in controlling the levels of inflammatory factors, lowering the arthritis index, and improving foot swelling in CIA rats. When administered at doses up to 1000 mg/kg, CK extract significantly improved synovial lesions, increased bone density, and decreased abnormally elevated immune organ index in CIA rats. CONCLUSIONS: CK has significant anti-RA activity, and its anti-RA mechanism of action may be related to the regulation of the expression levels of apoptosis related proteins and the promotion of apoptosis in synovial cells.


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Artritis Experimental , Artritis Reumatoide , Cynanchum , Sinoviocitos , Ratas , Humanos , Animales , Artritis Reumatoide/patología , Artritis Experimental/patología , Metotrexato/farmacología , Proteínas Reguladoras de la Apoptosis/metabolismo , Membrana Sinovial
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Food Chem X ; 18: 100682, 2023 Jun 30.
Artículo en Inglés | MEDLINE | ID: mdl-37168720

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In this study, Lactiplantibacillus plantarum ATCC14917 was used to ferment Ganoderma lucidum spore powder. Two polysaccharides were purified from unfermented (GLP) and fermented (FGLP) Ganoderma lucidum spore powder. The chemical structure and antioxidant activity of the polysaccharides were studied. Finally, the effect of GLP and FGLP on the oxidative stress regulation pathway in HepG2 cells was explored. The results showed that the main structural characteristics of Ganoderma lucidum polysaccharides remained unchanged during the fermentation. However, the average molecular weight (Mw) of Ganoderma lucidum polysaccharides decreased from 1.12 × 105 Da to 0.89 × 105 Da. Besides this, the contents of mannose, galactose, and glucuronic acid increased, while the contents of xylose and glucose were decreased. In addition, the content of uronic acid was raised, and the apparent structure was changed from smooth and hard to porous and loose. In antioxidant studies, intracellular ROS and MDA contents in the oxidative stress model were decreased, and T-AOC content was increased under GLP and FGLP intervention. In the investigation of the regulation pathway, Nrf-1 gene expression was up-regulated, and Keap1 gene expression was down-regulated under GLP and FGLP intervention. The antioxidant genes NQO1 and NO-1 expressions were increased to activate the activities of antioxidant enzymes CAT, SOD and GSH-PA to resist oxidative stress. Compared with GLP, FGLP has a stronger regulatory role in this pathway, thus showing more potent antioxidant activity. This experiment is beneficial to the further utilization of Ganoderma lucidum spore powder.

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J Exp Clin Cancer Res ; 42(1): 128, 2023 May 20.
Artículo en Inglés | MEDLINE | ID: mdl-37210546

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BACKGROUND: Castration-resistant prostate cancer (CRPC) is currently the main challenge for prostate cancer (PCa) treatment, and there is an urgent need to find novel therapeutic targets and drugs. Prohibitin (PHB1) is a multifunctional chaperone/scaffold protein that is upregulated in various cancers and plays a pro-cancer role. FL3 is a synthetic flavagline drug that inhibits cancer cell proliferation by targeting PHB1. However, the biological functions of PHB1 in CRPC and the effect of FL3 on CRPC cells remain to be explored. METHODS: Several public datasets were used to analyze the association between the expression level of PHB1 and PCa progression as well as outcome in PCa patients. The expression of PHB1 in human PCa specimens and PCa cell lines was examined by immunohistochemistry (IHC), qRT-PCR, and Western blot. The biological roles of PHB1 in castration resistance and underlying mechanisms were investigated by gain/loss-of-function analyses. Next, in vitro and in vivo experiments were conducted to investigate the anti-cancer effects of FL3 on CRPC cells as well as the underlying mechanisms. RESULTS: PHB1 expression was significantly upregulated in CRPC and was associated with poor prognosis. PHB1 promoted castration resistance of PCa cells under androgen deprivation condition. PHB1 is an androgen receptor (AR) suppressive gene, and androgen deprivation promoted the PHB1 expression and its nucleus-cytoplasmic translocation. FL3, alone or combined with the second-generation anti-androgen Enzalutamide (ENZ), suppressed CRPC cells especially ENZ-sensitive CRPC cells both in vitro and in vivo. Mechanically, we demonstrated that FL3 promoted trafficking of PHB1 from plasma membrane and mitochondria to nucleus, which in turn inhibited AR signaling as well as MAPK signaling, yet promoted apoptosis in CRPC cells. CONCLUSION: Our data indicated that PHB1 is aberrantly upregulated in CRPC and is involved in castration resistance, as well as providing a novel rational approach for treating ENZ-sensitive CRPC.


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Neoplasias de la Próstata Resistentes a la Castración , Masculino , Humanos , Neoplasias de la Próstata Resistentes a la Castración/tratamiento farmacológico , Neoplasias de la Próstata Resistentes a la Castración/genética , Neoplasias de la Próstata Resistentes a la Castración/metabolismo , Receptores Androgénicos/genética , Receptores Androgénicos/metabolismo , Antagonistas de Andrógenos , Prohibitinas , Nitrilos/farmacología , Nitrilos/uso terapéutico , Línea Celular Tumoral , Proliferación Celular
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Int J Biol Macromol ; 241: 124644, 2023 Jun 30.
Artículo en Inglés | MEDLINE | ID: mdl-37121411

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The polymeric materials formed by proteins and polysaccharides through molecular interactions have attracted public attention. In this study, a novel binary complex consisting of ovalbumin (OVA) and fucoidan (FUC) was obtained by electrostatic self-assembly. The self-assembly properties and the formation mechanism of the OVA-FUC binary complex were investigated by changing the charging degree and density of complex through altering pH value and polysaccharides proportion. Structural changes during the OVA-FUC electrostatic self-assembly process were investigated by a phase diagram, ζ-potential, and particle size. The optimal conditions for preparing soluble OVA-FUC binary complex were determined by the protein retention rate and insoluble solids content. Results showed that the soluble OVA-FUC binary complex could be obtained at the pH of 3.5 to 5, and the insoluble OVA-FUC binary complex was generated at the pH of 2.5 to 3.5. The OVA-FUC binary complex (19 ± 0.29 mN/m) possessed a medium ability to reduce interfacial tension of the water-oil interface compared with OVA (15 ± 1.13 mN/m) and FUC (24 ± 0.3 mN/m), indicating that OVA-FUC binary complex has good amphiphilicity and can be applied as a potential pH-controlled emulsifier in function food systems for delivering bioactive substances.


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Emulsionantes , Polisacáridos , Ovalbúmina/química , Polisacáridos/química , Emulsionantes/química
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Food Res Int ; 161: 111866, 2022 11.
Artículo en Inglés | MEDLINE | ID: mdl-36192906

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Soybean paste is a tradition of fermented soybean paste products under natural conditions. This study used high-throughput sequencing and headspace-solid phase microextraction combined with gas chromatography-mass spectrometry to determine soybean paste's microbial communities and volatile components at different storage periods. Data analysis determined the key flora and their effects on flavor substances. The results showed that acids, phenols and pyrazines contributed the most to the flavor of soybean sauce in different storage periods. Mucor, Bacillus, Lactobacillus, Candida, Kroppenstedtia and Clostridium_sensu_stricto_12 played a vital role in the key flavor components. This study revealed a significant relationship between soybean paste flavour and colonies in different storage periods.


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Microbiota , Alimentos de Soja , Fenoles/análisis , Pirazinas , Alimentos de Soja/análisis , Glycine max/química
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Polymers (Basel) ; 14(17)2022 Aug 29.
Artículo en Inglés | MEDLINE | ID: mdl-36080612

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Because of the advantageous characteristics of strong integrity, lightweight, high performance, and various designs, woven spacer fabric (WSF) and its composite are extensively used in construction, traffic, and aerospace, among other fields. This paper first describes the WSF structure, including core yarns and cross-linking, and then discusses the influence of the processing parameters, among angle of the wall decisive the failure mode on the plate properties. Moreover, we summarize the molding and filling technology of WSF composite sandwich panels and discuss the process order, resulting in a significant effect on the stiffness of the sandwich composite plate; the current processing is mostly hand lay-up technology. In addition, we introduce the core and matrix material of the sandwich composite plate, which are mainly polyurethane (PU) foam and epoxy resin (70% of matrix material), respectively. Finally, the mechanical properties of WSF composite sandwich panels are summarized, including bending, compression, impact, shear, and peel properties. Factors influencing the mechanical properties are analyzed to provide a theoretical basis for future plate design and preparation.

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Front Microbiol ; 13: 895975, 2022.
Artículo en Inglés | MEDLINE | ID: mdl-35814699

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The diversity of fungi in barley in simulated storage environments was analyzed. Barley was stored at different temperatures (15, 25, 35°C) and relative humidity (55, 65, 75, 85 RH) for 180 and 360 days. Alpha diversity, beta diversity, species composition, and species differences were analyzed using Illumina HiSeq technology. The fungal communities in all barley samples before and after storage belonged to 3 phyla, 18 classes, 39 orders, 71 families, 103 genera, and 152 species. The relative abundance of the dominant phylum Ascomycota was 77.98-99.19%. The relative abundance of Basidiomycota was 0.77-21.96%. At the genus level, the dominant genera of fungi in barley initially included Fusarium, Aspergillus, Microdochium, Alternaria, and Epicoccum. After 360 days of storage, the dominant genera became Epicoccum, Alternaria, Bipolar, Cladosporium, Fusarium, and Aspergillus. According to Venn diagrams and principal coordinates analysis, the fungal community diversity in barley initially was much higher than in barley stored at different temperatures and humidity. The application of PLS-DA could accurately distinguish between barley stored for 180 and 360 days. Some high-temperature and high-humidity environments accelerated storage. The dominant genera differed in different storage conditions and constantly changed with increasing storage duration. Epicoccum was one of the dominant genera after longer storage periods. This study provides theoretical support for optimizing safe storage conditions in barley.

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Oncogene ; 41(23): 3239-3250, 2022 06.
Artículo en Inglés | MEDLINE | ID: mdl-35508542

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Although enzalutamide improves the overall survival of patients with metastatic prostate cancers, enzalutamide resistance (ENZR) will be inevitably developed. Emerging evidence support that alternative oncogenic pathways may bypass the androgen receptor (AR) signaling to promote ENZR progression, however, the underpinning mechanisms remain poorly defined. Here, we report that the expression of RuvB like AAA ATPase 1 (RUVBL1) is upregulated in ENZR cells and xenograft models and prostate tumors in patients. Enzalutamide increases RUVBL1 accumulation in the cytoplasm, which in turn enhances the recruitment of CRAF proto-oncogene serine/threonine kinase protein to plexin A1 (PLXNA1) and the subsequent activation of the downstream MAPK pathway. Co-overexpression of RUVBL1 and PLXNA1 defines a subgroup of prostate cancer (PCa) patients with a poor prognosis. Furthermore, pharmacological inhibition of RUVBL1 by CB-6644 suppresses ENZR cell proliferation and xenograft growth and allows re-sensitization of ENZR cells and xenografts to enzalutamide, indicating that RUVBL1 may act to substitute the AR signaling to promote cancer cell survival and ENZR development. Together, these findings may lead to the identification of RUVBL1 as a potential therapeutic target for ENZR tumors.


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Neoplasias de la Próstata Resistentes a la Castración , ATPasas Asociadas con Actividades Celulares Diversas/genética , Benzamidas , Proteínas Portadoras , Línea Celular Tumoral , Proliferación Celular , ADN Helicasas/genética , ADN Helicasas/metabolismo , Resistencia a Antineoplásicos/genética , Humanos , Masculino , Proteínas del Tejido Nervioso/metabolismo , Nitrilos/uso terapéutico , Feniltiohidantoína , Neoplasias de la Próstata Resistentes a la Castración/patología , Receptores Androgénicos/genética , Receptores Androgénicos/metabolismo , Receptores de Superficie Celular/metabolismo
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Food Chem ; 388: 132943, 2022 Sep 15.
Artículo en Inglés | MEDLINE | ID: mdl-35436638

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Walnut peptides are widely accepted as nutraceuticals with multiple health benefits. However, information about the structure and biological activity of walnut peptides is limited. In this work, walnut protein hydrolysate (WPH) was prepared by enzymatic hydrolysis. The total and free amino acids compositions in WPH were determined. The peptides sequence of WPH was analyzed by UPLC-MS/MS, and forty eight bioactive peptides were identified. Antioxidant activities were detected for WPH in both extracellular and intercellular assays. QGRPWG, PSRADIY and AYNIPVNIAR were the peptides that accounted for the antioxidant activity of WPH. Among them, QGRPWG showed the highest ORAC value (2801 µmol TE/g), and AYNIPVNIAR possessed the strongest protective effect against H2O2-induced oxidative stress in PC-12 cells in a dose-dependent manner. The results can aid in the recognition of peptides from walnut as nutraceuticals.


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Juglans , Antioxidantes/química , Antioxidantes/farmacología , Cromatografía Liquida , Peróxido de Hidrógeno , Juglans/química , Péptidos/química , Péptidos/farmacología , Hidrolisados de Proteína/farmacología , Espectrometría de Masas en Tándem
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J Exp Clin Cancer Res ; 41(1): 125, 2022 Apr 05.
Artículo en Inglés | MEDLINE | ID: mdl-35382861

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BACKGROUND: The development of castration-resistant prostate cancer (CRPC) remains a major obstacle in the treatment of prostate cancer (PCa). Dysregulated mitochondrial function has been linked to the initiation and progression of diverse human cancers. Deciphering the novel molecular mechanisms underlying mitochondrial function may provide important insights for developing novel therapeutics for CRPC. METHODS: We investigate the expression of the protein tyrosine phosphatase receptor type F polypeptide interacting protein alpha 4 (PPFIA4) using public datasets and tumor specimens from PCa cases by immunohistochemistry. Gain- and loss-of-function studies are performed in PCa cell lines and mouse models of subcutaneous xenograft to characterize the role of PPFIA4 in CRPC. Gene expression regulation is evaluated by a series of molecular and biochemical experiments in PCa cell lines. The therapeutic effects of methylenetetrahydrofolate dehydrogenase 2 (MTHFD2) inhibitor combined enzalutamide are assessed using in vitro functional assays and in vivo mouse models. RESULTS: We show that the increase of PPFIA4 exacerbates aggressive phenotype resembling CRPC. A fraction of PPFIA4 localizes to mitochondria and interacts with MTHFD2, a key enzyme for one-carbon metabolism. Androgen deprivation increases the translocation of PPFIA4 into mitochondria and increases the interaction between PPFIA4 and MTHFD2, which result in the elevation of tyrosine phosphorylated MTHFD2. Consequently, the levels of NADPH synthesis increase, resulting in protection against androgen deprivation-induced mitochondrial dysfunction, as well as promotion of tumor growth. Clinically, PPFIA4 expression is significantly increased in CRPC tissues compared with localized PCa ones. Importantly, an MTHFD2 inhibitor, DS18561882, combined with enzalutamide can significantly inhibit CRPC cell proliferation in vitro and tumor growth in vivo. CONCLUSION: Overall, our findings reveal a PPFIA4-MTHFD2 complex in mitochondria that links androgen deprivation to mitochondrial metabolism and mitochondrial dysfunction, which suggest a potential strategy to inhibit CRPC progression.


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Neoplasias de la Próstata Resistentes a la Castración , Antagonistas de Andrógenos , Animales , Línea Celular Tumoral , Proliferación Celular , Regulación Neoplásica de la Expresión Génica , Humanos , Masculino , Ratones , Mitocondrias/metabolismo , Neoplasias de la Próstata Resistentes a la Castración/tratamiento farmacológico , Neoplasias de la Próstata Resistentes a la Castración/genética , Neoplasias de la Próstata Resistentes a la Castración/patología
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J Agric Food Chem ; 70(9): 2777-2788, 2022 Mar 09.
Artículo en Inglés | MEDLINE | ID: mdl-35199516

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The constitutive photomorphogenesis 9 (COP9) signalosome (CSN) is a highly conserved protein complex that regulates signaling pathways in plants under abiotic stress. We discuss the potential molecular mechanisms of CSN under abiotic stress, including oxidative stress with reactive oxygen species signaling, salt stress with jasmonic acid, gibberellic acid, and abscisic acid signaling, high-temperature stress with auxin signaling, and optical radiation with DNA damage and repair response. We conclude that CSN likely participates in affecting antioxidant biosynthesis and hormone signaling by targeting receptors, kinases, and transcription factors in response to abiotic stress, which potentially provides valuable information for engineering stress-tolerant crops.


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Plantas , Estrés Fisiológico , Complejo del Señalosoma COP9/genética , Complejo del Señalosoma COP9/metabolismo , Plantas/metabolismo , Transducción de Señal , Factores de Transcripción
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Front Chem ; 10: 842894, 2022.
Artículo en Inglés | MEDLINE | ID: mdl-35155373

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UiO-66, as a member of the MOFs families, is widely employed in sensing, drug release, separation, and adsorption due to its large specific surface area, uniform pore size, easy functionalization, and excellent stability. Especially in electrochemical biosensors, UiO-66 has demonstrated excellent adsorption capacity and response signal, which significantly improves the sensitivity and specificity of detection. However, the existing application research remains in its infancy, lacking systematic methods, and recycling utilization and exclusive sensing of UiO-66 still require further improvement. Therefore, one of the present research objectives is to explore the breakthrough point of existing technologies and optimize the performance of UiO-66-based electrochemical biosensors (UiO-66-EBs). In this work, we summarized current experimental methods and detection mechanisms of UiO-66-EBs in environmental detection, food safety, and disease diagnosis, analyzed the existing problems, and proposed some suggestions to provide new ideas for future research.

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