Article
Biotechnology & Applied Microbiology
Tiangang Ma, Yanbing Hu, Yinxue Guo, Qinghua Zhang
Summary: The study demonstrates that miR-203 carried by extracellular vesicles from endothelial cells can inhibit the malignant phenotypes of NSCLC cells and delay tumor growth by targeting DTL and promoting p21 protein stability.
CANCER GENE THERAPY
(2022)
Article
Medicine, Research & Experimental
Zhihua Teng, Jie Yao, Ling Zhu, Lufeng Zhao, Gang Chen
Summary: This study revealed that ZNF655 is abundantly expressed in NSCLC, and its knockdown can inhibit the malignant behaviors of tumor cells, leading to decreased tumorigenesis. ZNF655 may regulate apoptosis of NSCLC cells through the PI3K/Akt and p53 signaling pathways.
Article
Oncology
Qiang Li, Zhili Liu, Luping Ma, Weiqi Yin, Kan Zhang
Summary: This study reveals that knockdown of CACYBP inhibits proliferation and migration and weakens tumor growth in prostate cancer.
JOURNAL OF CANCER RESEARCH AND CLINICAL ONCOLOGY
(2023)
Article
Anatomy & Morphology
Shan Gong, Bo Bai, Guangyu Sun, Haihong Jin, Zhengmao Zhang
Summary: This study found that CDCA3 was up-regulated in ovarian cancer and knockdown of CDCA3 could inhibit proliferation and migration, enhance sensitivity to cisplatin, and induce apoptosis in ovarian cancer cells. In vivo experiments further confirmed the inhibitory effect of CDCA3 knockdown on tumor growth.
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Yihuan Chen, Xiaoshuo Dai, Wei Chen, Yan Qiao, Ruihua Bai, Xiaoxuan Duan, Kai Zhang, Xinhuan Chen, Xin Li, Saijun Mo, Wenbo Cao, Xiang Li, Kangdong Liu, Ziming Dong, Jing Lu
Summary: Diosmetin (DIOS) can effectively inhibit the progression of esophageal squamous cell carcinoma (ESCC) and its anti-tumor effect is comparable to cisplatin (CDDP). Mechanistically, DIOS functions by inhibiting the E2F2/RRM2 signaling pathway. Importantly, the combination treatment of DIOS and CDDP significantly reduces kidney injury biomarkers and alleviates the nephrotoxicity of CDDP.
Article
Oncology
Jun Zhou, Wanpin Nie, Jiajia Yuan, Zeyu Zhang, Liangliang Mi, Changfa Wang, Ranglang Huang
Summary: GSG2 plays a crucial role in the progression of CCA and its overexpression predicts disease deterioration. Experimental results demonstrate that downregulation of GSG2 inhibits proliferation, promotes apoptosis, arrests cell cycle, and weakens migration in CCA cells.
Article
Medicine, Research & Experimental
Xueqiang Deng, Xiaowei Fu, Hong Teng, Lu Fang, Bo Liang, Rengui Zeng, Lian Chen, Yeqing Zou
Summary: The study found that TRIM29 and YAP1 are significantly upregulated in PC patient samples, and TRIM29 expression is closely related to a malignant phenotype and poorer overall survival of PC patients. Functional experiments showed that TRIM29 knockdown inhibited cell growth, arrested cell cycle progression, and promoted cell apoptosis in PC cells.
JOURNAL OF TRANSLATIONAL MEDICINE
(2021)
Article
Cell Biology
Tao Ma, Yan Chen, Zhi-Gang Yi, Jia Liu, Yan-Hong Li, Jun Bai, Wen-Ting Tie, Mei Huang, Xiao-Feng Zhu, Ji Wang, Juan Du, Xiu-Qin Zuo, Qin Li, Fan-Li Lin, Liu Tang, Jing Guo, Hong-Wen Xiao, Qian Lei, Xiao-Li Ma, Li-Juan Li, Lian-Sheng Zhang
Summary: This study reveals that NORAD acts as an oncogene in multiple myeloma and exerts its effects through the BMP6/P-ERK1/2 axis. Knockdown of NORAD promotes apoptosis and induces cell cycle arrest, while inhibiting cell proliferation in multiple myeloma.
CELLULAR SIGNALLING
(2022)
Article
Pharmacology & Pharmacy
Jiayun Xu, Shanshan Sun, Wei Zhang, Jianhong Dong, Changgang Huang, Xin Wang, Mengxian Jia, Hao Yang, Yongjie Wang, Yuanyuan Jiang, Liying Cao, Zhihui Huang
Summary: Irigenin inhibits the proliferation, induces apoptosis, and inhibits migration of GBM cells by suppressing YAP/β-catenin signaling.
FRONTIERS IN PHARMACOLOGY
(2022)
Article
Cell Biology
Stephanie Chrysanthou, Julio C. Flores, Meelad M. Dawlaty
Summary: Tet1 plays a non-catalytic role in regulating cell cycle progression and proliferation in mouse embryonic stem cells, mainly by suppressing p21 to ensure a rapid G1-to-S progression.
Article
Chemistry, Medicinal
Zhang-Xu He, Jin-Ling Huo, Yun-Peng Gong, Qi An, Xin Zhang, Hui Qiao, Fei-Fei Yang, Xin-Hui Zhang, Le-Min Jiao, Hong-Min Liu, Li-Ying Ma, Wen Zhao
Summary: Novel thiosemicarbazone-indole analogues were designed and synthesized based on lead compound 4, with compound 16f showing strong anticancer activity and selectivity towards PC3 cells. Its mechanism of action may involve inducing G1/S cycle arrest and apoptosis to inhibit cancer cell growth.
EUROPEAN JOURNAL OF MEDICINAL CHEMISTRY
(2021)
Article
Oncology
Yingji Chen, Ying Ji, Suo Liu, Yicai Liu, Wei Feng, Longyu Jin
Summary: PTBP3 is overexpressed in LUSC tissues and its high expression is significantly correlated with poor prognosis. PTBP3 knockdown results in decreased cell proliferation rate. Bioinformatics analysis reveals that PTBP3 is involved in cell cycle regulation in LUSC.
CANCER CELL INTERNATIONAL
(2022)
Article
Oncology
Bangmin Wang, Zheping Hong, Chen Zhao, Qing Bi, Junhui Yuan, Jihang Chen, Yi Shen
Summary: This study confirmed the overexpression of MEX3A in osteosarcoma tissues and demonstrated the inhibitory effects of MEX3A knockdown on osteosarcoma progression. It was further revealed that MEX3A may be involved in osteosarcoma development by regulating apoptosis-related factors.
CANCER CELL INTERNATIONAL
(2021)
Article
Reproductive Biology
Xin Zhang, Wenjie Gu, Aiqin Lin, Renjie Duan, Likai Lian, Yuanyuan Huang, Tiechen Li, Qing Sun
Summary: Through bioinformatics analysis, it was found that OIP5 is highly expressed in ovarian cancer and may be an important biomarker for this cancer. Further experiments confirmed that silencing the OIP5 gene can inhibit the proliferation, migration, and invasion of ovarian cancer cells, induce cell cycle arrest, and promote cell apoptosis.
JOURNAL OF OVARIAN RESEARCH
(2023)
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Daniella A. Gomes, Anna M. Joubert, Michelle H. Visagie
Summary: The study found that papaverine (PPV) exhibits dose- and time-dependent antiproliferative activity on MDA-MB-231, A549, and DU145 cell lines, while also increasing cellular protrusions and oxidative stress. Exposure to PPV resulted in alterations in cell cycle progression, with more cells entering the sub-G(1) phase and endoreduplication.
Review
Food Science & Technology
Xiaoxue Zhu, Xin-Huai Zhao, Qiang Zhang, Na Zhang, Olugbenga P. Soladoye, Rotimi E. Aluko, Yuhao Zhang, Yu Fu
Summary: This article reviews the latest research progress on the relationship between celiac disease (CD) and gluten. It emphasizes the structure and function of gluten peptides related to CD, gluten detection methods, the effects of processing on gluten, and gluten-free diets. The limitations in current CD research are also discussed. This study facilitates a comprehensive understanding of CD and gluten, providing a theoretical reference for future research.
CRITICAL REVIEWS IN FOOD SCIENCE AND NUTRITION
(2023)
Review
Food Science & Technology
Xilong Wang, Bei Le, Na Zhang, Kathrine H. Bak, Yuhao Zhang, Yu Fu
Summary: Collagen peptides from fish have excellent bioactive and functional properties, making them important functional ingredients in the food industry. However, the off-flavour in fish collagen peptides limits their application. Therefore, researching the removal of off-flavour compounds from fish collagen peptides is of great importance.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF FOOD SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY
(2023)
Article
Medicine, General & Internal
Hui Zheng, Shi-Qi Fan, Yun-Zhou Shi, Jing-Tao Liang, Xin-Yu Xiao
Summary: In this study, acupuncture was compared to fremanezumab for the preventive treatment of episodic migraine using a matching-adjusted indirect comparison analysis. The results showed that acupuncture was as effective as fremanezumab in reducing monthly headache days, with a lower adverse event rate, suggesting that acupuncture can be an alternative to fremanezumab.
CURRENT MEDICAL RESEARCH AND OPINION
(2023)
Article
Food Science & Technology
Xiao-Han Li, Jia Shi, Jun-Ren Zhao, Fei-Fei Wu, Hong-Fang Liu, Xin-Huai Zhao
Summary: This study investigated the potential use of enzyme-treated pumpkin pulp (EPP) as an ingredient in bread making. EPP showed increased reducing sugar content and decreased pectin, cellulose, and starch. Addition of EPP to wheat flour resulted in reduced dough volume but improved textural indices. EPP-supplemented bread had similar composition to control bread, but higher ash and crude fiber contents. It also had better textural properties and lower baking loss, but lower volume and specific volume.
JOURNAL OF FOOD MEASUREMENT AND CHARACTERIZATION
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Applied
Yu-Ting Xue, Ya-Ning Han, Yan Wang, Ying-Hua Zhang, Yu-Qi Yin, Bo-Hao Liu, Han-Lin Zhang, Xin-Huai Zhao
Summary: Binding to phenolics can enhance the functional properties of proteins. This study investigated the changes in structure, functional properties, and antigenicity of beta-lactoglobulin (β-LG) after covalent conjugation with ferulic acid (FA) at different mass ratios. The results confirmed the formation of covalent complexes. The addition of FA improved the emulsifying property of β-LG and reduced its antigenicity. This study provides novel β-LG-FA complexes in food systems to enhance functional properties and reduce antigenicity.
Article
Food Science & Technology
Ao Sun, Lining Chen, Wei Wu, Olugbenga P. Soladoye, Yuhao Zhang, Yu Fu
Summary: Wheat gluten protein hydrolysates were subjected to xylose-induced Maillard reaction at different temperatures (80℃, 100℃, and 120℃) after preparation by Flavourzyme. The resulted MRPs showed increased UV absorption and fluorescence intensity at 120℃, indicating the formation of a large amount of Maillard reaction intermediates. Both thermal degradation and cross-linking occurred during the Maillard reaction, with the former playing a more dominant role at 120℃. MRPs at 120℃ exhibited high umami and low bitter taste, accompanied by a high content of umami amino acids and low content of bitter amino acids. Furans and furanthiols with pronounced meaty flavor were identified as the main volatile compounds in MRPs at 120℃. Overall, high temperature-induced Maillard reaction of wheat gluten protein hydrolysates and xylose is a promising strategy for generating potential plant-based meat flavoring.
FOOD RESEARCH INTERNATIONAL
(2023)
Article
Agriculture, Multidisciplinary
Meihong Guo, Yu Fu, Liang Ma, Hongjie Dai, Hongxia Wang, Hai Chen, Hankun Zhu, Yong Yu, Yuhao Zhang
Summary: This study aimed to prepare collagen glycopeptides through transglutaminase-induced glycosylation and examine their salt taste-enhancing effects and mechanism. The sensory evaluation and electronic tongue were used to assess the salt taste-enhancing effects. LC-MS/MS and molecular docking were employed to investigate the underlying mechanism responsible for the enhancement. The results showed that collagen glycopeptides had a significant salt taste-enhancing effect by binding to salt taste receptors through hydrogen bonds and hydrophobic interaction.
JOURNAL OF AGRICULTURAL AND FOOD CHEMISTRY
(2023)
Review
Agriculture, Multidisciplinary
Xiaoxue Zhu, Jing Wang, Yujia Lu, Yuchen Zhao, Na Zhang, Wei Wu, Yuhao Zhang, Yu Fu
Summary: Sarcopenia is an age-related muscle disorder characterized by progressive loss of muscle mass, strength, and function. Protein supplements containing branched-chain amino acids have a significant effect on improving sarcopenia. Understanding the molecular mechanism and structure-activity relationship is essential for mitigating sarcopenia. This review summarizes the epidemiology, pathogenesis, diagnosis, and treatment of sarcopenia, and also discusses the latest research on food-derived peptides and their impact on sarcopenia.
JOURNAL OF AGRICULTURAL AND FOOD CHEMISTRY
(2023)
Review
Food Science & Technology
Hanyuan Zheng, Shulei Zhao, Yujia Lu, Na Zhang, Olugbenga P. Soladoye, Yuhao Zhang, Yu Fu
Summary: A large amount of poultry blood is generated annually and often wasted, causing environmental pollution and protein resource loss. However, poultry blood has excellent functional properties and is a rich source of essential amino acids, bioactive peptides, and functional components. This study provides a comprehensive summary of recent research progress in the composition, functional properties, and preparation methods of poultry blood-derived peptides, as well as their potential applications in the food industry.
CRITICAL REVIEWS IN FOOD SCIENCE AND NUTRITION
(2023)
Article
Agriculture, Multidisciplinary
Hai Chen, Ju Zhang, Hongjie Dai, Yu Fu, Liang Ma, Yuhao Zhang
Summary: This study investigates the influence mechanism of clean label skin protein powder (FPP) on the gelation properties of myofibrillar proteins (MPs). The results show that the addition of FPP can improve the water holding capability and texture properties of MP composite gels. FPP slows the aggregation and denaturation of myosin and promotes the formation of disulfide bonds between myofibril proteins, resulting in a stable network structure.
JOURNAL OF AGRICULTURAL AND FOOD CHEMISTRY
(2023)
Article
Food Science & Technology
Jin Wang, Baojing Ren, Kathrine H. Bak, Olugbenga P. Soladoye, Mohammed Gagaoua, Jorge Ruiz-Carrascal, Yongfu Huang, Zhongquan Zhao, Yongju Zhao, Yu Fu, Wei Wu
Summary: Three composite biopreservatives (chitosan, tea polyphenols, and grape seed extract) were studied for their preservative effect on goat meat during chilled storage. The meat samples were soaked in the biopreservatives at optimized concentrations and stored at 4 degrees C for 12 days. The study found that the composite biopreservatives contributed to the stability and maintenance of meat quality by reducing lipid oxidation, maintaining color and sensory scores, and inhibiting spoilage bacteria. Molecular docking analysis revealed the mechanism of action, showing that catechins and anthocyanins can bind to DNA gyrase and inhibit DNA synthesis and bacterial growth.
LWT-FOOD SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY
(2023)
Article
Food Science & Technology
Bei Wang, Wei Wu, Jing Liu, Olugbenga P. Soladoye, Chi-Tang Ho, Yuhao Zhang, Yu Fu
TRENDS IN FOOD SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY
(2023)
Article
Food Science & Technology
Qiang Zhang, Hui-Juan Zhao, Liu-Yan Huang, Chun-Li Song, Hua-Qiang Li, Xin-Huai Zhao
Summary: This study evaluated the anti-inflammatory activity of bovine lactoferrin (LF) and copper-fortified LF products on LPS-stimulated macrophages. The results showed that the level of copper fortification and dose could affect LF's inhibitory effects on inflammatory mediators in the stimulated cells.
CURRENT RESEARCH IN FOOD SCIENCE
(2023)
Review
Food Science & Technology
Jin Wang, Yu Fu, Tianyu Su, Yupeng Wang, Olugbenga P. Soladoye, Yongfu Huang, Zhongquan Zhao, Yongju Zhao, Wei Wu
Summary: Sheep and goat meats are gaining popularity globally due to their nutritional properties and unique flavor. Recent progress in meat science has allowed for in-depth research on muscle development and post-mortem changes using cutting-edge omics technologies. These multi-omics tools have the potential to uncover the molecular mechanisms and identify biomarkers associated with meat quality, contributing to the optimization of production processes in the sheep and goat meat industry.