Article
Multidisciplinary Sciences
Clorice R. Reinhardt, Daniel Konstantinovsky, Alexander Soudackov, Sharon Hammes-Schiffer
Summary: This article presents a kinetic model that describes the reversible radical transfer in the enzyme ribonucleotide reductase (RNR). The model is based on experimental studies and provides insights into the time evolution and factors influencing radical transport in RNR.
PROCEEDINGS OF THE NATIONAL ACADEMY OF SCIENCES OF THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA
(2022)
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
H. Diessel Duan, Sharique A. Khan, Anne-Frances Miller
Summary: Electron transfer bifurcation redistributes energy to produce a strongly reducing carrier at the expense of a weaker one. Accumulation of anionic flavin semiquinone during light excitation in bifurcating electron transfer demonstrates the system's ability to transfer electrons from a high-energy donor to a low-energy acceptor.
BIOCHIMICA ET BIOPHYSICA ACTA-BIOENERGETICS
(2021)
Article
Thermodynamics
Zhiqiang Liu, Danni Gong, Linlin Wang
Summary: This paper investigates the heat transfer process in rocks with phase transition, establishing a model that considers the kinetic feature of phase transition and conducting calibration and validation. It was found that when the kinetic rate coefficient is high enough, the temperature plateau approaches the melting point, and the model reduces to the equilibrium model.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF HEAT AND MASS TRANSFER
(2021)
Article
Genetics & Heredity
Orna Staretz-Chacham, Shirly Amar, Shlomo Almashanu, Ben Pode-Shakked, Ann Saada, Ohad Wormser, Eli Hershkovitz
Summary: Multiple acyl-CoA dehydrogenase deficiency (MADD) is a metabolic disorder caused by a deficiency in electron-transfer flavoprotein (ETF) or electron-transfer flavoprotein dehydrogenase (ETFDH), resulting in a defect in fatty acid and amino acid oxidation. There are three phenotypes of the disease with variable severity and age of onset. Phenotype-genotype correlation has been suggested, with early detection through newborn screening and treatment playing a key role in determining disease severity.
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Oksana Azpitarte, Ane Zudaire, Jon Uranga, Xabier Lopez, Luca Salassa, Elena Formoso, Elixabete Rezabal
Summary: The unconventional bioorthogonal catalytic activation of anticancer metal complexes by flavin and flavoproteins photocatalysis has been recently reported. The reactivity is based on a two-electron redox reaction of the photoactivated flavin. In addition, site mutagenesis has been found to modulate and improve the catalytic activity of mini Singlet Oxygen Generator protein (SOG). The redox properties of flavin and the resulting reactivity of miniSOG are modulated by specific mutations, which is consistent with experimental results.
Article
Medicine, Research & Experimental
Fuying Chen, Cheng Ni, Xiaoxiao Wang, Ruhong Cheng, Chaolan Pan, Yumeng Wang, Jianying Liang, Jia Zhang, Jinke Cheng, Y. Eugene Chin, Yi Zhou, Zhen Wang, Yiran Guo, She Chen, Stephanie Htun, Erin F. Mathes, Alejandra G. de Alba Campomanes, Anne M. Slavotinek, Si Zhang, Ming Li, Zhirong Yao
Summary: In this study, we identified a new entity named cataract, alopecia, oral mucosal disorder, and psoriasis-like (CAOP) syndrome in two unrelated patients. Patient 1 showed no response to regular treatment. We discovered that CAOP syndrome was caused by a recessive defect in the MBTPS1 gene, which resulted in mitochondrial abnormalities. Furthermore, we found that riboflavin supplementation improved mitochondrial dysfunction and inflammatory lesions in patient 1.
EMBO MOLECULAR MEDICINE
(2022)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Loic Joubert-Doriol, Kenneth A. Jung, Artur F. Izmaylov, Paul Brumer
Summary: This study provides a completely general approach to defining components of a quantum network in the nonequilibrium steady state (NESS) and obtaining rates of processes between these components. The methodology is applied to model cases, including two versions of the V-level system and the spin-boson model, to investigate the roles of environment and internal system properties in determining the rates.
JOURNAL OF CHEMICAL THEORY AND COMPUTATION
(2023)
Article
Food Science & Technology
Clayton B. Germolus, Usman N. Rehman, Amjad A. Ramahi, Thomas Jue
Summary: This study used optical and NMR spectroscopy methods to investigate the interaction between HNE and Mb, and found no evidence that HNE interacts with Mb and accelerates Mb oxidation. However, the presence of ethanol in the solution will increase Mb oxidation.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF FOOD SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY
(2022)
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Kazuo Kobayashi, Jotaro Igarashi, Takahiro Kozawa
Summary: In this study, intramolecular electron transfer between FAD and haem b in FlavoHbs was investigated using pulse radiolysis. The results showed that the reduction of FlavoHb proceeded in two phases, with the slower phase attributed to intramolecular electron transfer from FAD to the haem iron. Additionally, the binding of azole compounds accelerated this process, indicating a conformational change.
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Christopher Einholz, Daniel Nohr, Ryan Rodriguez, Annika Topitsch, Maria Kern, Jacqueline Goldmann, Emma Chileshe, Moustafa Okasha, Stefan Weber, Erik Schleicher
Summary: The study revealed significant pH dependence in the light-dependent reactions of fruit fly Cryptochrome, with a specific amino acid His378 playing a key role. Additionally, other conserved amino acids may also influence the pH dependence of Cryptochrome.
ARCHIVES OF BIOCHEMISTRY AND BIOPHYSICS
(2021)
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Anne M. Gardner, Paul R. Gardner
Summary: Kinetic and structural studies of flavohemoglobin-type NO dioxygenase have revealed the importance of Fe(III)O2 complex formation and O2-induced movements. These investigations provide a spectroscopic method, based on Stark effect theory, for studying the proposed Fe(III)O2 complex and O2-induced movements. Deoxygenation of the enzyme leads to Stark effects on the ferric heme and FAD, revealing the Fe(III)O2 complex and triggering changes in hydride transfer and electron-transfer. Glucose also affects the enzyme's activity by inducing an off state. Amino acid substitutions influence the O2-induced Stark effects on heme spin states and FAD, supporting their proposed roles in the enzymatic mechanism. A conserved glucose or glucose-6-phosphate binding site is identified in the enzyme, suggesting novel allosteric effector roles for glucose in NO dioxygenase function.
JOURNAL OF INORGANIC BIOCHEMISTRY
(2023)
Article
Gastroenterology & Hepatology
Ki-Hoon Park, Monika Gooz, Zhi-Wei Ye, Jie Zhang, Gyda C. Beeson, Don C. Rockey, Seok-Hyung Kim
Summary: This study reveals that ETFA haploinsufficiency leads to hyperlipidemia, hypercholesterolemia, hepatic steatosis, and injury in adult zebrafish. Reduction in levels of FAD and glutathione, as well as an increase in reactive oxygen species, was observed in mutant livers. Riboflavin supplementation counteracted these effects, highlighting the role of FAD depletion in hepatic steatosis and oxidative stress-mediated liver injury.
HEPATOLOGY COMMUNICATIONS
(2021)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
De-Bo Hao, Jia-Li Li, Xian-Chao Zhou, Yan Yan Li, Zhen-Xin Zhao, Rui Zhou
Summary: This article reports the preparation of two novel metal-organic frameworks-based photoactive nitric oxide (NO)-releasing materials by incorporating prefunctionalized NO donors into the photosensitive Fe-MOFs via a postmodification strategy. The modified Fe-MOFs exhibit superior photoactivity of NO release under visible light (up to 720 nm). The visible-light-driven NO release properties are further confirmed by their efficient antibacterial performance.
Article
Electrochemistry
Graziela C. Sedenho, Iago Modenez, Giovana R. Mendes, Frank N. Crespilho
Summary: It has been found that Saccharomyces cerevisiae transfers electrons externally to electrode surfaces through an extracellular polymeric substance network, with flavoproteins responsible for non-diffusive extracellular electron transfer. This mechanism could advance bioenergy generation through microbial fuels.
ELECTROCHIMICA ACTA
(2021)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Tian Hao, Meng Qian, Yating Zhang, Qi Liu, Adam C. Midgley, Yangping Liu, Yongzhe Che, Jingli Hou, Qiang Zhao
Summary: Acute myocardial infarction is the leading cause of death worldwide. Researchers have synthesized a hydrogel that can release nitric oxide to modulate ROS/NO imbalance after ischemia/reperfusion injury, effectively alleviating cardiac damage and improving cardiac function. The hydrogel protects against oxidative stress by activating the antioxidant defense system and reducing inflammation.
Article
Medicine, Research & Experimental
Tolani F. Olonisakin, Tomeka Suber, Shekina Gonzalez-Ferrer, Zeyu Xiong, Hernan F. Penaloza, Rick van der Geest, Yuting Xiong, David O. Osei-Hwedieh, Jesus Tejero, Matthew R. Rosengart, Wendy M. Mars, Daria Van Tyne, Andreas Perlegas, Samuel Brashears, Daniel B. Kim-Shapiro, Mark T. Gladwin, Michael A. Bachman, Eldad A. Hod, Claudette St Croix, Yulia Y. Tyurina, Valerian E. Kagan, Rama K. Mallampalli, Anuradha Ray, Prabir Ray, Janet S. Lee
Summary: Macrophages play a crucial role in heme metabolism and immune defense, but excessive heme can lead to immunosuppression. The clearance of senescent RBCs by macrophages impairs immunity and is independent of bacterial iron acquisition.
JOURNAL OF CLINICAL INVESTIGATION
(2021)
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Aanchal Rathi, Dhiraj Kumar, Gulam Mustafa Hasan, Mohammad Mahfuzul Haque, Md Imtaiyaz Hassan
Summary: This review article focuses on the physiological significance of PIM kinases in disease progression and therapeutic targeting, as well as predicting functional partners of PIM kinases and mapping their interaction network in cellular physiology of different cancers. The study also provides insight into the mechanism of inhibition and implication of designed inhibitors towards therapeutic management of prostate, breast and other cancers.
BIOCHIMICA ET BIOPHYSICA ACTA-GENERAL SUBJECTS
(2021)
Article
Biophysics
Yufan He, Mohammad Mahfuzul Haque, Dennis J. Stuehr, H. Peter Lu
Summary: By utilizing single-molecule fluorescence resonance energy transfer spectroscopy and a new imaging approach, researchers investigated the conformational states and fluctuation dynamics of nitric oxide synthase enzymes, discovering a new conformational state induced by calmodulin binding. These findings provide valuable insights into the mechanism of NOS electron transfer.
BIOPHYSICAL JOURNAL
(2021)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Paul H. McClelland, Claire T. Kenney, Federico Palacardo, Nicholas L. S. Roberts, Nicholas Luhende, Jason Chua, Jennifer Huang, Priyanka Patel, Leonardo Albertini Sanchez, Won J. Kim, John Kwon, Paul J. Christos, Madelon L. Finkel
Summary: Diarrhea remains a significant cause of morbidity and mortality among children in developing countries. Water, sanitation, and hygiene practices have shown to improve diarrhea-related outcomes. The study found that dedicated drinking water storage, improved waste management, and separation of drinking water were the strongest protective factors against childhood diarrhea. Improved water sources were associated with decreased risk of childhood diarrhea in per-household analysis.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH AND PUBLIC HEALTH
(2022)
Article
Pharmacology & Pharmacy
Mohamed Shiffa, M. Aslam, M. H. Kazmi, Syed Mansoor Ali, Nazeem Fahamiya, Mohammad Mahfuzul Haque
Summary: This study aims to establish physicochemical and phytochemical quality standards for a novel herbal formulation. The results showed specific values for extractive values, ash, pH, and the presence of various plant metabolites and active ingredients.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF PHARMACEUTICAL INVESTIGATION
(2022)
Article
Hematology
Ravi Vats, Tomasz W. Kaminski, Tomasz Brzoska, John A. Leech, Egemen Tutuncuoglu, Omika Katoch, Jude Jonassaint, Jesus Tejero, Enrico M. Novelli, Tirthadipa Pradhan-Sundd, Mark T. Gladwin, Prithu Sundd
Summary: This study reveals for the first time that the sterile inflammatory milieu in SCD promotes caspase-4/11-dependent activation of GSDMD, and facilitates the liver-to-lung embolic translocation of NETs, leading to the development of acute lung injury.
Review
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Zainab Mirza, Mohammad Mahfuzul Haque, Meetu Gupta
Summary: Arsenic is a global carcinogenic contaminant that limits the development and yield of crop plants. It is closely associated with rice and accumulates in grains, posing a health risk to humans. WRKY transcription factors show promise in addressing arsenic-related issues in rice, but further research is needed.
MOLECULAR BIOLOGY REPORTS
(2022)
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Stefan J. Kaliszuk, Natasha I. Morgan, Taylor N. Ayers, Courtney E. Sparacino-Watkins, Anthony W. DeMartino, Kaitlin Bocian, Venkata Ragireddy, Qin Tong, Jests Tejero
Summary: Cytoglobin is a hemoprotein that can reduce nitrite to nitric oxide and bind lipids. Mutations of specific amino acids such as His81 (E7), Arg84, and Lys116 have implications on the reactivity towards nitrite, affinity for lipids, and lipid binding stability. These gain and loss-of-function mutations can be useful tools to study the physiological role of cytoglobin functions in vivo.
NITRIC OXIDE-BIOLOGY AND CHEMISTRY
(2022)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Daraksha Yameen, Seerat Siraj, Zahoor Ahmad Parray, Mohammad Masood, Asimul Islam, Mohammad Mahfuzul Haque
Summary: In this study, the effect of crowding on the conformation of cytochrome c was investigated using synthetic crowders. The results showed that the presence of glucose led to the formation of a molten globule, while the presence of dextran 70 resulted in a pre-molten globule state. These findings suggest that crowders can protect proteins under harsh conditions and have important biological implications.
JOURNAL OF MOLECULAR LIQUIDS
(2022)
Article
Medicine, Research & Experimental
Qinzi Xu, Jason J. Rose, Xiukai Chen, Ling Wang, Anthony W. DeMartino, Matthew R. Dent, Sagarika Tiwari, Kaitlin Bocian, Xueyin N. Huang, Qin Tong, Charles F. McTiernan, Lanping Guo, Elmira Alipour, Trevor C. Jones, K. Burak Ucer, Daniel B. Kim-Shapiro, Jesus Tejero, Mark T. Gladwin
Summary: This study evaluates different hemoproteins and finds that 2,3-diphosphoglycerate stripped human hemoglobin (StHb) and N-ethylmaleimide modified hemoglobin (NEMHb) have high CO binding affinities and efficiently scavenge CO from erythrocytes, suggesting their potential therapeutic role in CO poisoning.
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Sobia Khan, Seerat Siraj, Mohammad Shahid, Mohammad Mahfuzul Haque, Asimul Islam
Summary: The proper functioning of proteins relies on their proper folding mechanism to achieve their three-dimensional conformation. Failure to do so can lead to the formation of abnormal structures and various diseases, including neurodegenerative diseases and cancers. Hydration of proteins is essential and can be achieved by the presence of osmolytes, which maintain osmotic balance within the cell and prevent cellular damage. Osmolytes interact with proteins through non-covalent forces and their effectiveness can be determined using the m value. Therefore, osmolytes have potential therapeutic applications in drug development.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF BIOLOGICAL MACROMOLECULES
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Seerat Siraj, Daraksha Yameen, Anas Shamsi, Faizya Khan, Asimul Islam, Mohammad Mahfuzul Haque
Summary: Protein aggregation is a major side reaction that may occur during protein folding and can interfere with protein function. Fluorescence spectroscopy is used to monitor protein aggregation in vitro using extrinsic fluorescent dyes. This study investigated the interaction between these dyes and macromolecular crowding agents, providing evidence of their binding.
JOURNAL OF MOLECULAR LIQUIDS
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Rashid Waseem, Daraksha Yameen, Tanzeel Khan, Ayesha Anwer, Syed Naqui Kazim, Mohammad Mahfuzul Haque, Md. Imtaiyaz Hassan, Asimul Islam
Summary: Over the past 20 years, the problem of protein misfolding and aggregation has become a highly competitive and challenging research topic, as it is directly or indirectly associated with a wide range of human pathologies. Irisin, an exercise-induced myokine, plays an important role in various physiological processes. This study provides the first report on the thermal aggregation profile of irisin and investigates the effect of trehalose on its aggregation using spectroscopic and microscopic techniques. The results suggest that trehalose can prevent irisin aggregation in a dose-dependent manner and may have potential therapeutic applications for aggregation-related disorders.
JOURNAL OF MOLECULAR STRUCTURE
(2023)
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Anthony W. DeMartino, Laxman Poudel, Matthew R. Dent, Xiukai Chen, Qinzi Xu, Brendan S. Gladwin, Jesus Tejero, Swati Basu, Elmira Alipour, Yiyang Jiang, Jason J. Rose, Mark T. Gladwin, Daniel B. Kim-Shapiro
Summary: Nitric oxide (NO) is a signaling molecule that plays a role in regulating blood flow and platelet activation. However, the diffusion of NO is limited by reactions with hemoproteins. This study suggests that NO can be stabilized as NO-ferroheme and transported within the body to promote vasodilation.
NATURE CHEMICAL BIOLOGY
(2023)
Article
Biotechnology & Applied Microbiology
Prithvi Singh, Aanchal Rathi, Rashmi Minocha, Anuradha Sinha, Mohammad Mahfuzul Haque, Md Imtaiyaz Hassan, Ravins Dohare
Summary: Breast cancer, the second-most common type of cancer and leading cause of cancer-related deaths worldwide, exhibits marked person-to-person variability in susceptibility, phenotypic expression, and prognosis. In this study, we identified PI15 and KRT5 as prognostic hub genes and potential biomarkers in breast cancer, highlighting the need for personalized medicine.
OMICS-A JOURNAL OF INTEGRATIVE BIOLOGY
(2023)