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IEEE Trans Cybern ; PP2024 Jun 25.
Article in English | MEDLINE | ID: mdl-38917292

ABSTRACT

The tracking control of redundant manipulators plays a crucial role in robotics research and generally requires accurate knowledge of models of redundant manipulators. When the model information of a redundant manipulator is unknown, the trajectory-tracking control with model-based methods may fail to complete a given task. To this end, this article proposes a data-driven neural dynamics-based model predictive control (NDMPC) algorithm, which consists of a model predictive control (MPC) scheme, a neural dynamics (ND) solver, and a discrete-time Jacobian matrix (DTJM) updating law. With the help of the DTJM updating law, the future output of the model-unknown redundant manipulator is predicted, and the MPC scheme for trajectory tracking is constructed. The ND solver is designed to solve the MPC scheme to generate control input driving the redundant manipulator. The convergence of the proposed data-driven NDMPC algorithm is proven via theoretical analyses, and its feasibility and superiority are demonstrated via simulations and experiments on a redundant manipulator. Under the drive of the proposed algorithm, the redundant manipulator successfully carries out the trajectory-tracking task without the need for its kinematics model.

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Int J Mol Sci ; 25(12)2024 Jun 17.
Article in English | MEDLINE | ID: mdl-38928365

ABSTRACT

Plant genomics and breeding is one among the several highly regarded disciplines in today's field of biological sciences [...].


Subject(s)
Genome, Plant , Genomics , Plant Breeding , Plants , Plant Breeding/methods , Genomics/methods , Plants/genetics
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Arch Microbiol ; 206(7): 327, 2024 Jun 26.
Article in English | MEDLINE | ID: mdl-38922442

ABSTRACT

Lignocellulose biomass raw materials have a high value in energy conversion. Recently, there has been growing interest in using microorganisms to secret a series of enzymes for converting low-cost biomass into high-value products such as biofuels. We previously isolated a strain of Penicillium oxalicun 5-18 with promising lignocellulose-degrading capability. However, the mechanisms of lignocellulosic degradation of this fungus on various substrates are still unclear. In this study, we performed transcriptome-wide profiling and comparative analysis of strain 5-18 cultivated in liquid media with glucose (Glu), xylan (Xyl) or wheat bran (WB) as sole carbon source. In comparison to Glu culture, the number of differentially expressed genes (DEGs) induced by WB and Xyl was 4134 and 1484, respectively, with 1176 and 868 genes upregulated. Identified DEGs were enriched in many of the same pathways in both comparison groups (WB vs. Glu and Xly vs. Glu). Specially, 118 and 82 CAZyme coding genes were highly upregulated in WB and Xyl cultures, respectively. Some specific pathways including (Hemi)cellulose metabolic processes were enriched in both comparison groups. The high upregulation of these genes also confirmed the ability of strain 5-18 to degrade lignocellulose. Co-expression and co-upregulated of genes encoding CE and AA CAZy families, as well as other (hemi)cellulase revealed a complex degradation strategy in this strain. Our findings provide new insights into critical genes, key pathways and enzyme arsenal involved in the biomass degradation of P. oxalicum 5-18.


Subject(s)
Gene Expression Profiling , Lignin , Penicillium , Transcriptome , Xylans , Penicillium/genetics , Penicillium/metabolism , Lignin/metabolism , Xylans/metabolism , Biomass , Glucose/metabolism , Dietary Fiber/metabolism , Gene Expression Regulation, Fungal , Fungal Proteins/genetics , Fungal Proteins/metabolism
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Adipocyte ; 13(1): 2365211, 2024 12.
Article in English | MEDLINE | ID: mdl-38858810

ABSTRACT

microRNAs (miRNAs), a subclass of noncoding short RNAs, direct cells fate decisions that are important for cell proliferation and cell lineage decisions. Adipogenic differentiation contributes greatly to the development of white adipose tissue, involving of highly organized regulation by miRNAs. In the present study, we screened and identified 78 differently expressed miRNAs of porcine BMSCs during adipogenic differentiation. Of which, the role of miR-29c in regulating the proliferation and adipogenic differentiation was proved and detailed. Specifically, over-expression miR-29c inhibits the proliferation and adipogenic differentiation of BMSCs, which were reversed upon miR-29c inhibitor. Interference of IGF1 inhibits the proliferation and adipogenic differentiation of BMSCs. Mechanistically, miR-29c regulates the proliferation and adipogenic differentiation of BMSCs by targeting IGF1 and further regulating the MAPK pathway and the PI3K-AKT-mTOR pathway, respectively. In conclusion, we highlight the important role of miR-29c in regulating proliferation and adipogenic differentiation of BMSCs.


Subject(s)
Adipogenesis , Cell Differentiation , Cell Proliferation , Mesenchymal Stem Cells , MicroRNAs , Animals , Mesenchymal Stem Cells/metabolism , Mesenchymal Stem Cells/cytology , MicroRNAs/genetics , MicroRNAs/metabolism , Swine , Adipogenesis/genetics , Cells, Cultured , Signal Transduction , Adipocytes/cytology , Adipocytes/metabolism , Bone Marrow Cells/cytology , Bone Marrow Cells/metabolism
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J Agric Food Chem ; 72(25): 14141-14151, 2024 Jun 26.
Article in English | MEDLINE | ID: mdl-38864686

ABSTRACT

The cotton aphid, Aphis gossypii, is a polyphagous pest that stunts host plant growth via direct feeding or transmitting plant virus. Due to the long-term application of insecticides, A. gossypii has developed different levels of resistance to numerous insecticides. We found that five field populations had evolved multiple resistances to neonicotinoids. To explore the resistance mechanism mediated by uridine diphosphate glycosyltransferases (UGTs), two upregulated UGT genes in these five strains, UGT350C3 and UGT344L7, were selected for functional analysis of their roles in neonicotinoid detoxification. Transgenic Drosophila bioassay results indicated that compared with the control lines, the UGT350C3 and UGT344L7 overexpression lines were more tolerant to thiamethoxam, imidacloprid, and dinotefuran. Knockdown of UGT350C3 and UGT344L7 significantly increased A. gossypii sensitivity to thiamethoxam, imidacloprid, and dinotefuran. Molecular docking analysis demonstrated that these neonicotinoids could bind to the active pockets of UGT350C3 and UGT344L7. This study provides functional evidence of neonicotinoid detoxification mediated by UGTs and will facilitate further work to identify strategies for preventing the development of neonicotinoid resistance in insects.


Subject(s)
Aphids , Glycosyltransferases , Insecticide Resistance , Insecticides , Neonicotinoids , Nitro Compounds , Animals , Aphids/genetics , Aphids/enzymology , Aphids/drug effects , Neonicotinoids/pharmacology , Neonicotinoids/metabolism , Neonicotinoids/chemistry , Insecticides/pharmacology , Insecticides/chemistry , Insecticides/metabolism , Insecticide Resistance/genetics , Glycosyltransferases/genetics , Glycosyltransferases/metabolism , Glycosyltransferases/chemistry , Nitro Compounds/pharmacology , Nitro Compounds/metabolism , Molecular Docking Simulation , Insect Proteins/genetics , Insect Proteins/metabolism , Insect Proteins/chemistry , Thiamethoxam , Drosophila/genetics , Drosophila/enzymology , Drosophila/drug effects , Drosophila/metabolism , Guanidines
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Cells ; 13(11)2024 Jun 05.
Article in English | MEDLINE | ID: mdl-38891117

ABSTRACT

Fibroblast growth factor 5 (FGF5) plays key roles in promoting the transition from the anagen to catagen during the hair follicle cycle. The sheep serves as an excellent model for studying hair growth and is frequently utilized in various research processes related to human skin diseases. We used the CRISPR/Cas9 system to generate four FGF5-edited Dorper sheep and only low levels of FGF5 were detected in the edited sheep. The density of fine wool in GE sheep was markedly increased, and the proportion of fine wool with a diameter of 14.4-20.0 µm was significantly higher. The proliferation signal in the skin of gene-edited (GE) sheep was stronger than in wild-type (WT) sheep. FGF5 editing decreased cortisol concentration in the skin, further activated the activity of antioxidant enzymes such as Glutathione peroxidase (GSH-Px), and regulated the expression of Wnt signaling pathways containing Wnt agonists (Rspondins, Rspos) and antagonists (Notum) in hair regeneration. We suggest that FGF5 not only mediates the activation of antioxidant pathways by cortisol, which constitutes a highly coordinated microenvironment in hair follicle cells, but also influences key signals of the Wnt pathway to regulate secondary hair follicle (SHF) development. Overall, our findings here demonstrate that FGF5 plays a significant role in regulating SHF growth in sheep and potentially serves as a molecular marker of fine wool growth in sheep breeding.


Subject(s)
Fibroblast Growth Factor 5 , Glutathione Peroxidase , Hair Follicle , Wnt Signaling Pathway , Wool , Animals , Fibroblast Growth Factor 5/metabolism , Fibroblast Growth Factor 5/genetics , Sheep , Wool/metabolism , Hair Follicle/metabolism , Hair Follicle/growth & development , Glutathione Peroxidase/metabolism , Glutathione Peroxidase/genetics , Gene Editing , Hydrocortisone/metabolism , Cell Proliferation , CRISPR-Cas Systems/genetics
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NPJ Biofilms Microbiomes ; 10(1): 51, 2024 Jun 20.
Article in English | MEDLINE | ID: mdl-38902226

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Bacteria induced metamorphosis observed in nearly all marine invertebrates. However, the mechanism of bacteria regulating the larvae-juvenile metamorphosis remains unknown. Here, we test the hypothesis that c-di-GMP, a ubiquitous bacterial second-messenger molecule, directly triggers the mollusc Mytilus coruscus larval metamorphosis via the stimulator of interferon genes (STING) receptor. We determined that the deletion of c-di-GMP synthesis genes resulted in reduced c-di-GMP levels and biofilm-inducing activity on larval metamorphosis, accompanied by alterations in extracellular polymeric substances. Additionally, c-di-GMP extracted from tested varying marine bacteria all exhibited inducing activity on larval metamorphosis. Simultaneously, through pharmacological and molecular experiments, we demonstrated that M. coruscus STING (McSTING) participates in larval metamorphosis by binding with c-di-GMP. Our findings reveal that new role of bacterial c-di-GMP that triggers mussel larval metamorphosis transition, and extend knowledge in the interaction of bacteria and host development in marine ecosystems.


Subject(s)
Biofilms , Cyclic GMP , Larva , Metamorphosis, Biological , Mytilus , Animals , Larva/microbiology , Larva/growth & development , Cyclic GMP/analogs & derivatives , Cyclic GMP/metabolism , Biofilms/growth & development , Mytilus/microbiology , Mytilus/growth & development , Bacteria/genetics , Bacteria/classification , Bacteria/metabolism , Bacteria/growth & development , Membrane Proteins/genetics , Membrane Proteins/metabolism
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Arch Pharm (Weinheim) ; : e2400249, 2024 Jun 05.
Article in English | MEDLINE | ID: mdl-38838334

ABSTRACT

It is generally believed that the main influencing factors of plant metabolism are genetic and environmental factors. However, the transformation and catalysis of metabolic intermediates by endophytic fungi have become a new factor and resource attracting attention in recent years. There are over 2000 precious plant species in the Astragalus genus. In the past decade, at least 303 high-value metabolites have been isolated from the Astragalus medicinal plants, including 124 saponins, 150 flavonoids, two alkaloids, six sterols, and over 20 other types of compounds. These medicinal plants contain abundant endophytic fungi with unique functions, and nearly 600 endophytic fungi with known identity have been detected, but only about 35 strains belonging to 13 genera have been isolated. Among them, at least four strains affiliated to Penicillium roseopurpureum, Alternaria eureka, Neosartorya hiratsukae, and Camarosporium laburnicola have demonstrated the ability to biotransform four saponin compounds from the Astragalus genus, resulting in the production of 66 new compounds, which have significantly enhanced our understanding of the formation of metabolites in plants of the Astragalus genus. They provide a scientific basis for improving the cultivation quality of Astragalus plants through the modification of dominant fungal endophytes or reshaping the endophytic fungal community. Additionally, they open up new avenues for the discovery of specialized, green, efficient, and sustainable biotransformation pathways for complex pharmaceutical intermediates.

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Opt Express ; 32(11): 20153-20165, 2024 May 20.
Article in English | MEDLINE | ID: mdl-38859132

ABSTRACT

We propose and demonstrate a high-speed directly modulated laser based on a hybrid deformed-square-FP coupled cavity (DFC), aiming for a compact-size low-cost light source in next-generation optical communication systems. The deformed square microcavity is directly connected to the FP cavity and utilized as a wavelength-sensitive reflector with a comb-like and narrow-peak reflection spectrum for selecting the lasing mode, which can greatly improve the single-mode yield of the laser and the quality (Q) factor of the coupled mode. By optimizing the device design and operating condition, the modulation bandwidth of the DFC laser can be enhanced due to the intracavity-mode photon-photon resonance effect. Our experimental results show an enhancement of 3-dB modulation bandwidth from 19.3 GHz to 30 GHz and a clear eye diagram at a modulation rate of 25 Gbps.

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J Agric Food Chem ; 2024 Jun 25.
Article in English | MEDLINE | ID: mdl-38916549

ABSTRACT

Di-2-ethylhexyl phthalate (DEHP) is frequently used as a plasticizer to enhance the plasticity and durability of agricultural products, which pose adverse effects to human health and the environment. Aquaporin 1 (AQP1) is a main water transport channel protein and is involved in the maintenance of intestinal integrity. However, the impact of DEHP exposure on gut health and its potential mechanisms remain elusive. Here, we determined that DEHP exposure induced a compromised duodenum structure, which was concomitant with mitochondrial structural injury of epithelial cells. Importantly, DEHP exposure caused duodenum inflammatory epithelial cell damage and strong inflammatory response accompanied by activating the TLR4/MyD88/NF-κB signaling pathway. Mechanistically, DEHP exposure directly inhibits the expression of AQP1 and thus leads to an inflammatory response, ultimately disrupting duodenum integrity and barrier function. Collectively, our findings uncover the role of AQP1 in phthalate-induced intestinal disorders, and AQP1 could be a promising therapeutic approach for treating patients with intestinal disorders or inflammatory diseases.

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Integr Zool ; 2024 Jun 13.
Article in English | MEDLINE | ID: mdl-38872346

ABSTRACT

Identifying climatic niche shift and its influencing factors is of great significance in predicting the risk of alien species invasions accurately. Previous studies have attempted to identify the factors related to the niche shift of alien species in their invaded ranges, including changes in introduction history, selection of exact climate predictors, and anthropogenic factors. However, the effect of species-level traits on niche shift remains largely unexplored, especially those reflecting the species' adaptation ability to new environments. Based on the occurrence data of 117 successful alien bird invaders at a global scale, their native and invaded climatic niches were compared, and the potential influencing factors were identified. Our results show the niche overlap was low, with more than 75% of the non-native birds representing climatic niche shift (i.e. >10% niche expansion). In addition, 85% of the species showed a large proportion (mean ± SD, 39% ± 21%) of niche unfilling. Relative brain size (RBS) after accounting for body size had no direct effect on niche shift, but path analysis showed that RBS had an indirect effect on niche shift by acting on behavioral innovation primarily on technical innovation rather than consumer innovation. These findings suggested the incorporation of species' important behavioral adaptation traits may be promising to develop future prediction frameworks of biological invasion risk in response to the continued global change.

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J Am Chem Soc ; 2024 Jun 12.
Article in English | MEDLINE | ID: mdl-38865282

ABSTRACT

As the dimensionality of materials generally affects their characteristics, thin films composed of low-dimensional nanomaterials, such as nanowires (NWs) or nanoplates, are of great importance in modern engineering. Among various bottom-up film fabrication strategies, interfacial assembly of nanoscale building blocks holds great promise in constructing large-scale aligned thin films, leading to emergent or enhanced collective properties compared to individual building blocks. As for 1D nanostructures, the interfacial self-assembly causes the morphology orientation, effectively achieving anisotropic electrical, thermal, and optical conduction. However, issues such as defects between each nanoscale building block, crystal orientation, and homogeneity constrain the application of ordered films. The precise control of transdimensional synthesis and the formation mechanism from 1D to 2D are rarely reported. To meet this gap, we introduce an interfacial-assembly-induced interfacial synthesis strategy and successfully synthesize quasi-2D nanofilms via the oriented attachment of 1D NWs on the liquid interface. Theoretical sampling and simulation show that NWs on the liquid interface maintain their lowest interaction energy for the ordered crystal plane (110) orientation and then rearrange and attach to the quasi-2D nanofilm. This quasi-2D nanofilm shows enhanced electric conductivity and unique optical properties compared with its corresponding 1D geometry materials. Uncovering these growth pathways of the 1D-to-2D transition provides opportunities for future material design and synthesis at the interface.

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Front Pharmacol ; 15: 1302134, 2024.
Article in English | MEDLINE | ID: mdl-38881877

ABSTRACT

Background: The role of RNA-binding fox one homolog 2 (RBFOX2) in the progression of multiple tumors is increasingly supported by evidence. However, the unclearness pertaining to the expression of RBFOX2, its prognostic potential, and its correlation with the tumor microenvironment (TME) in pan-cancer persists. This study aims to comprehensively investigate the immunological prognostic value of RBFOX2. Methods: The Cancer Genome Atlas Gene Expression Omnibus Genotype-Tissue Expression (GTEx), TIMER2.0, Kaplan-Meier (K-M) Plotter, University of Alabama at Birmingham Cancer data analysis Portal (UALCAN), cbioportal, and Gene Expression Profiling Interactive Analysis 2 (GEPIA2) were utilized for a systematic analysis of RBFOX2. This analysis included studying its expression, prognostic value, DNA methylation, enrichment analysis, immune infiltration cells, and immune-related genes. Additionally, qRT-PCR, CCK-8, colony formation, transwell assays, and immunohistochemistry were employed to analyze the expression and biological function of RBFOX2 in liver cancer. Results: Variations in RBFOX2 expression have been observed across diverse tumors and have been identified as indicators of unfavorable prognosis. It is closely linked to immune infiltration cells, immune checkpoints, chemokines, and chemokine receptors in the TME. Higher levels of RBFOX2 have been significantly associated with low response and poor prognosis in patients with non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC) and melanoma who receive immunotherapy. Furthermore, the DNA methylation of RBFOX2 varies across different types of cancer and has shown better prognosis in patients with BLCA, BRCA, CESC, COAD, DLBC, HNSC, LAML, LGG, LUAD, PAAD, SKCM and THYM. Interestingly, RBFOX2 expression was found to be lower in hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC) patients' tumor tissues compared to their paired adjacent tissues. In vitro studies have shown that knockdown of RBFOX2 significantly promotes the growth and metastasis of liver cancer cells. Conclusion: This study investigates the correlation between DNA methylation, prognostic value, and immune cell infiltration with the expression of RBFOX2 in pan-cancer and indicates its potential role to inhibit metastasis of liver cancer.

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Huan Jing Ke Xue ; 45(6): 3153-3164, 2024 Jun 08.
Article in Chinese | MEDLINE | ID: mdl-38897739

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The accurate prediction of spatial variation trends in groundwater SO42- is of great significance for improving groundwater quality and regional groundwater management level. The multi-source spatio-temporal data such as land cover data, soil parameter data, digital elevation data, and groundwater pH value in the plain area of the Yarkant River Basin in 2011, 2014, 2017, and 2020 were used as characteristic variables to analyze their correlation with groundwater SO42- concentration. To enhance the prediction accuracy, the Bayesian optimization algorithm (BOA) was used to optimize the random forest regression (RFR). Based on the BOA-RFR model, the importance of the characteristic variables was analyzed, the prediction accuracy of the model was evaluated, and the groundwater SO42- prediction map was generated. The results showed that pH value, ground elevation (GE), and percentage of bare land (BAR) in the contribution area were important parameters influencing groundwater hydrochemical composition, which were significantly negatively correlated with groundwater SO42- concentration, and the importance of impact factors for predicting groundwater SO42- concentration exceeded 25 %. The geostatistical interpolation method was used as an auxiliary tool for the predictive modeling of spatial distribution. After adding auxiliary samples, the R2 of groundwater SO42- concentration prediction of the BOA-RFR model was greater than 0.96, and the maximum values of RMSE and MAE were reduced by 4.7 % and 23.8 %, respectively, compared with the minimum values of the model with fewer samples. The SO42- concentration prediction map showed that high SO42- groundwater was enriched in the northeast of the plain area of the Yarkand River Basin, an area that was expanding.

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Sci Total Environ ; 935: 173249, 2024 Jul 20.
Article in English | MEDLINE | ID: mdl-38754502

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Selenium (Se), a highly beneficial animal feed additive, exhibits remarkable antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties. Nano­selenium (Nano-Se) is an advanced formulation of Se featuring a specialized drug delivery vehicle, with good bioavailability, higher efficacy, and lower toxicity compared to the traditional form of Se. With the advancement of industry, cadmium (Cd) contamination occurs in different countries and regions and thereby contaminating different food crops, and the degree of pollution is degree increasing year by year. The present investigation entailed the oral administration of CdCl2 and/or Nano-Se to male chickens of the Hy-Line Variety White breed, which are one day old, subsequent to a 7-day adaptive feeding period, for a duration of 90 days. The study aimed to elucidate the potential protective impact of Nano-Se on Cd exposure. The study found that Nano-Se demonstrates potential in mitigating the blood-brain barrier (BBB) dysfunction characterized by impairment of adherens junctions (AJS) and tight junctions (TJS) by inhibiting reactive oxygen species (ROS) overproduction. In addition, the data uncovered that Nano-Se demonstrates a proficient ability in alleviating BBB impairment and inflammatory reactions caused by Cd through the modulation of the Wnt7A/ß-catenin pathway, highlights its potential to maintain brain homeostasis. Hence, this research anticipates that the utilization of Nano-Se effectively mitigate the detrimental impacts associated with Cd exposure on the BBB.


Subject(s)
Blood-Brain Barrier , Cadmium , Chickens , Selenium , Animals , Cadmium/toxicity , Blood-Brain Barrier/drug effects , Blood-Brain Barrier/metabolism , Male , beta Catenin/metabolism , Wnt Signaling Pathway/drug effects
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J Adv Res ; 2024 May 24.
Article in English | MEDLINE | ID: mdl-38797476

ABSTRACT

INTRODUCTION: Phthalates exposure is a major public health concern due to the accumulation in the environment and associated with levels of testosterone reduction, leading to adverse pregnancy outcomes. However, the relationship between phthalate-induced testosterone level decline and ferroptosis remains poorly defined. OBJECTIVES: Herein, we aimed to explore the mechanisms of phthalates-induced testosterone synthesis disorder and its relationship to ferroptosis. METHODS: We conducted validated experiments in vivo male mice model and in vitro mouse Leydig TM3 cell line, followed by RNA sequencing and metabolomic analysis. We evaluated the levels of testosterone synthesis-associated enzymes and ferroptosis-related indicators by using qRT-PCR and Western blotting. Then, we analyzed the lipid peroxidation, ROS, Fe2+ levels and glutathione system to confirm the occurrence of ferroptosis. RESULTS: In the present study, we used di (2-ethylhexyl) phthalate (DEHP) to identify ferroptosis as the critical contributor to phthalate-induced testosterone level decline. It was demonstrated that DEHP caused glutathione metabolism and steroid synthesis disorders in Leydig cells. As the primary metabolite of DEHP, mono-2-ethylhexyl phthalate (MEHP) triggered testosterone synthesis disorder accompanied by a decrease in the expression of solute carri1er family 7 member 11 (SLC7A11) protein. Furthermore, MEHP synergistically induced ferroptosis with Erastin through the increase of intracellular and mitochondrial ROS, and lipid peroxidation production. Mechanistically, overexpression of SLC7A11 counteracts the synergistic effect of co-exposure to MEHP-Erastin. CONCLUSION: Our research results suggest that MEHP does not induce ferroptosis but synergizes Erastin-induced ferroptosis. These findings provide evidence for the role of ferroptosis in phthalates-induced testosterone synthesis disorder and point to SLC7A11 as a potential target for male reproductive diseases. This study established a correlation between ferroptosis and phthalates cytotoxicity, providing a novel view point for mitigating the issue of male reproductive disease and "The Global Plastic Toxicity Debt".

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J Agric Food Chem ; 72(23): 13382-13392, 2024 Jun 12.
Article in English | MEDLINE | ID: mdl-38814005

ABSTRACT

Cadmium (Cd) is a transition metal ion that is extremely harmful to human and animal biological systems. Cd is a toxic substance that can accumulate in the food chain and cause various health issues. Sulforaphane (SFN) is a natural bioactive compound with potent antioxidant properties. In our study, 80 1 day-old chicks were fed with Cd (140 mg/kg BW/day) and/or SFN (50 mg/kg BW/day) for 90 days. The blood-thymus barrier (BTB) is a selective barrier separating T-lymphocytes from blood and cortical capillaries in the thymus cortex. Our research revealed that Cd could destroy the BTB by downregulating Wnt/ß-catenin signaling and induce immunodeficiency, leading to irreversible injury to the immune system. The study emphasizes the health benefits of SFN in the thymus. SFN could ameliorate Cd-triggered BTB dysfunction and pyroptosis in the thymus tissues. SFN modulated the PI3K/AKT/FOXO1 axis, improving the level of claudin-5 (CLDN5) in the thymus to alleviate BTB breakdown. Our findings indicated the toxic impact of Cd on thymus, and BTB could be the specific target of Cd toxicity. The finding also provides evidence for the role of SFN in maintaining thymic homeostasis for Cd-related health issues.


Subject(s)
Cadmium , Chickens , Isothiocyanates , Phosphatidylinositol 3-Kinases , Proto-Oncogene Proteins c-akt , Sulfoxides , Thymus Gland , Animals , Isothiocyanates/pharmacology , Cadmium/toxicity , Phosphatidylinositol 3-Kinases/metabolism , Phosphatidylinositol 3-Kinases/genetics , Thymus Gland/drug effects , Thymus Gland/metabolism , Proto-Oncogene Proteins c-akt/metabolism , Proto-Oncogene Proteins c-akt/genetics , Forkhead Box Protein O1/metabolism , Forkhead Box Protein O1/genetics , Signal Transduction/drug effects , Humans , Male
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Int J Biol Macromol ; 270(Pt 2): 132408, 2024 Jun.
Article in English | MEDLINE | ID: mdl-38754683

ABSTRACT

Porcine Epidemic Diarrhea Virus (PEDV) is a highly contagious virus that causes Porcine Epidemic Diarrhea (PED). This enteric disease results in high mortality rates in piglets, leading to significant financial losses in the pig industry. However, vaccines cannot provide sufficient protection against epidemic strains. Spike (S) protein exposed on the surface of virion mediates PEDV entry into cells. Our findings imply that matrine (MT), a naturally occurring alkaloid, inhibits PEDV infection targeting S protein of virions and biological process of cells. The GLY434 residue in the autodocking site of the S protein and MT conserved based on sequence comparison. This study provides a comprehensive analysis of viral attachment, entry, and virucidal effects to investigate how that MT inhibits virus replication. MT inhibits PEDV attachment and entry by targeting S protein. MT was added to cells before, during, or after infection, it exhibits anti-PEDV activities and viricidal effects. Network pharmacology focuses on addressing causal mechanisms rather than just treating symptoms. We identified the key genes and screened the cell apoptosis involved in the inhibition of MT on PEDV infection in network pharmacology. MT significantly promotes cell apoptosis in PEDV-infected cells to inhibit PEDV infection by activating the MAPK signaling pathway. Collectively, we provide the biological foundations for the development of single components of traditional Chinese medicine to inhibit PEDV infection and spread.


Subject(s)
Alkaloids , Antiviral Agents , Apoptosis , MAP Kinase Signaling System , Matrines , Porcine epidemic diarrhea virus , Quinolizines , Spike Glycoprotein, Coronavirus , Quinolizines/pharmacology , Quinolizines/chemistry , Alkaloids/pharmacology , Alkaloids/chemistry , Animals , Porcine epidemic diarrhea virus/drug effects , Apoptosis/drug effects , Spike Glycoprotein, Coronavirus/metabolism , Antiviral Agents/pharmacology , Antiviral Agents/chemistry , MAP Kinase Signaling System/drug effects , Chlorocebus aethiops , Vero Cells , Swine , Virus Replication/drug effects , Virus Internalization/drug effects
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Adv Healthc Mater ; : e2400760, 2024 May 04.
Article in English | MEDLINE | ID: mdl-38703026

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Near-infrared-II (NIR-II) fluorescence imaging is pivotal in biomedical research. Organic probes exhibit high potential in clinical translation, due to advantages such as precise structure design, low toxicity, and post-modifications convenience. In related preparation, enhancement of NIR-II tail emission from NIR-I dyes is an efficient method. In particular, the promotion of twisted intramolecular charge transfer (TICT) of relevant NIR-I dyes is a convenient protocol. However, present TICT-type probes still show disadvantages in relatively low emission, large particle sizes, or limited choice of NIR-I dyes, etc. Herein, the synthesis of stable small-sized polymer NIR-II fluoroprobes (e.g., 7.2 nm), integrating TICT and Förster resonance energy transfer process to synergistically enhance the NIR-II emission is reported. Strong enhanced emissions can be obtained from various NIR-I dyes and lanthanide elements (e.g., twelvefold at 1250 nm from Nd-DTPA/IR-808 sample). The fluorophore provides high-resolution angiography, with high-contrast imaging on middle cerebral artery occlusion model mice for distinguishing occlusion. The fluorophore can be rapidly excreted from the kidney (urine ≈65% within 4 h) in normal mice and exhibits long-term renal retention on acute kidney injury mice, showing potential applications in the prognosis of kidney diseases. This development provides an effective strategy to design and synthesize effective NIR-II fluoroprobes.

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