Review
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Maya A. Dymova, Elena Kuligina, Vladimir A. Richter
Summary: This review summarizes recent advances in understanding the molecular mechanisms of therapeutic resistance of GBM, molecular characteristics of glioblastoma cells, and barriers in the brain that contribute to drug resistance. The progress in developing new targeted drugs for glioblastoma and drug delivery across the blood-brain barrier (BBB) and blood-brain tumor barrier (BBTB) is also discussed.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF MOLECULAR SCIENCES
(2021)
Review
Oncology
Satya Siva Kishan Yalamarty, Nina Filipczak, Xiang Li, Md Abdus Subhan, Farzana Parveen, Janaina Artem Ataide, Bharat Ashok Rajmalani, Vladimir P. Torchilin
Summary: Glioblastoma multiforme (GBM) is a highly aggressive form of brain cancer that is difficult to treat due to its resistance to traditional cancer treatments. The unique biology of GBM cells and the blood-brain barrier contribute to this resistance. However, there are several treatment options available, including surgery, chemoradiotherapy, adjuvant chemotherapy, immunotherapy, targeted therapies, and tumor-treating fields. Ongoing clinical trials aim to improve outcomes for GBM patients.
Article
Multidisciplinary Sciences
Yuanning Zheng, Francisco Carrillo-Perez, Marija Pizurica, Dieter Henrik Heiland, Olivier Gevaert
Summary: In this study, two deep learning models were used to predict the transcriptional subtypes and prognosis of glioblastoma (GBM) cells from histology images. The results showed consistent associations between spatial cellular organization and patient prognosis. The study also confirmed that transcriptional heterogeneity and cell-state plasticity are key factors in the development of therapeutic resistance in GBM.
NATURE COMMUNICATIONS
(2023)
Article
Mathematical & Computational Biology
Selva Rupa Christinal Immanuel, Avinash D. Ghanate, Dharmeshkumar S. Parmar, Ritu Yadav, Riya Uthup, Venkateswarlu Panchagnula, Anu Raghunathan
Summary: The study revealed differential metabolic responses to TMZ in resistant neurospheroidal and susceptible glioblastoma cell lines, with identified mutations in signaling pathway regulators of growth and energy metabolism. Using an integrated approach, rewiring in glycolysis, TCA cycle, malate aspartate shunt, and oxidative phosphorylation pathways were identified as key factors in shaping TMZ resistance. Differential killing of TMZ resistant NSP by Rotenone at low concentrations, with an IC50 value three orders of magnitude lower than in U87MG, highlights the effectiveness of the integrated systems-based approach.
NPJ SYSTEMS BIOLOGY AND APPLICATIONS
(2021)
Review
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Marianna Makowska, Beata Smolarz, Hanna Romanowicz
Summary: Glioblastoma multiforme (GBM) is a common, malignant brain tumor with a poor prognosis. Traditional treatments have limited success due to the tumor's infiltrating growth and resistance. The search for new therapies is crucial.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF MOLECULAR SCIENCES
(2023)
Review
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Smita Kumari, Rohan Gupta, Rashmi K. Ambasta, Pravir Kumar
Summary: "Importance and Challenges in the Treatment of Glioblastoma Multiforme" is a comprehensive review discussing the limitations and advancements in the treatment of GBM. Despite targeting signaling pathways and the tumor microenvironment, current therapies have not been successful in clinical settings. The role of organoid models, traditional and emerging therapeutic strategies, as well as the implications of nanotechnologies, AI, and combinatorial approach in enhancing GBM therapeutics are also explored in this article.
BIOCHIMICA ET BIOPHYSICA ACTA-REVIEWS ON CANCER
(2023)
Review
Immunology
Boyuan Huang, Xuesong Li, Yuntao Li, Jin Zhang, Zhitao Zong, Hongbo Zhang
Summary: Glioblastoma multiforme (GBM) is the most common and aggressive malignant tumor in the central nervous system. Immunotherapy has shown promising results in the treatment of GBM, but future developments will require an integrated approach with various treatment modalities and specific targeted therapies for the tumor microenvironment.
FRONTIERS IN IMMUNOLOGY
(2021)
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Yung-Lung Chang, Yao-Feng Li, Chung-Hsing Chou, Li-Chun Huang, Yi-Ping Wu, Ying Kao, Chia-Kuang Tsai
Summary: Diosmin, a natural flavone glycoside, demonstrated inhibitory effects on GBM cell growth, migration, and invasion, as well as modulation of autophagy and cell cycle progression. It showed limited cytotoxicity towards astrocytes and holds potential for new GBM treatment therapies.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF MOLECULAR SCIENCES
(2021)
Article
Hematology
Nicola Giesen, Manik Chatterjee, Christof Scheid, Alexandra M. Poos, Britta Besemer, Kaya Miah, Axel Benner, Nicole Becker, Thomas Moehler, Ivana Metzler, Cyrus Khandanpour, Andrea Seidel-Glaetzer, Karolin Trautmann-Grill, K. Martin Kortuem, Carsten Mueller-Tidow, Gunhild Mechtersheimer, Benjamin Goeppert, Albrecht Stenzinger, Niels Weinhold, Hartmut Goldschmidt, Katja Weisel, Marc S. Raab
Summary: This article reports a clinical trial targeting patients with BRAFV600E-mutated relapsed/refractory multiple myeloma (RRMM), using the combination of BRAF/MEK inhibitors encorafenib and binimetinib. The results demonstrate that this treatment approach is highly effective and safe in RRMM patients.
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Pawel Kochanowski, Jessica Catapano, Maciej Pudelek, Tomasz Wrobel, Zbigniew Madeja, Damian Ryszawy, Jaroslaw Czyz
Summary: GBM recurrences after TMZ treatment are caused by drug-resistant and invasive cells, with MGMT playing a key role. Different cell populations respond differently to long-term TMZ stress, with mechanisms involving Snail-1, Cx43, and MGMT activity. High MGMT remains essential for the microevolution of GBM invasiveness under long-term TMZ stress.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF MOLECULAR SCIENCES
(2021)
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Mark Marsland, Amiee Dowdell, Sam Faulkner, Phillip Jobling, Robert A. Rush, Craig Gedye, James Lynam, Cassandra P. Griffin, Mark Baker, Joanne Marsland, Chen Chen Jiang, Hubert Hondermarck
Summary: In this study, we investigated the expression and biological activity of proNGF in glioblastoma multiforme (GBM). The results showed that proNGF was significantly overexpressed in GBM and could stimulate cancer cell growth. Therefore, further investigations are needed to confirm the potential of proNGF as a clinical biomarker and therapeutic target.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF MOLECULAR SCIENCES
(2023)
Article
Medicine, Research & Experimental
Ludovica Gaiaschi, Elisa Roda, Cristina Favaron, Federica Gola, Elisabetta Gabano, Mauro Ravera, Paola Rossi, Maria Grazia Bottone
Summary: Glioblastoma is the most common and lethal brain tumor, and finding new treatment methods is crucial. The study discovered that micotherapy plays an important role in regulating cell cycle and cellular redox state, making it a potential adjunct therapy for chemotherapy. Additionally, the combined therapy was found to induce regulated form of cell death and hinder the development of resistance mechanisms.
BIOMEDICINE & PHARMACOTHERAPY
(2022)
Article
Oncology
Robyn A. Umans, Joelle Martin, Megan E. Harrigan, Dipan C. Patel, Lata Chaunsali, Aarash Roshandel, Kavya Iyer, Michael D. Powell, Ken Oestreich, Harald Sontheimer
Summary: Glioblastoma multiforme (GBM) is a deadly brain tumor with limited treatment options. Recent research suggests that tumor protein 53 (TP53) is a molecular regulator of System xc- (SXC) in GBM, with its expression negatively correlated with xCT expression. This finding indicates that p53 may serve as a potential therapeutic target for GBM by regulating glutamate biology.
Review
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Andrea Magali Gonzalez-Mora, Patricia Garcia-Lopez
Summary: Hormonal factors, specifically estrogen receptors (ERs), may play a role in the development and treatment of glioblastoma. Understanding the function of ERs could lead to the development of more effective therapies for this aggressive brain tumor.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF MOLECULAR SCIENCES
(2021)
Review
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Karol Jaroch, Paulina Modrakowska, Barbara Bojko
Summary: The WHO introduced new guidelines for the diagnosis of brain gliomas in 2016 based on new genomic markers, providing a higher level of precision. Metabolomics is a promising tool for analyzing GBM tumors and potential treatment methods, with cell cultures playing a crucial role in GBM metabolomics research.
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Soojung Hahn, Gyuri Kim, Sang-Man Jin, Jae Hyeon Kim
Summary: This study utilized three-dimensional intestinal organoids to investigate the effects of metformin on inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) and found that metformin can enhance intestinal barrier function and reduce levels of inflammatory cytokines.
BIOCHEMICAL AND BIOPHYSICAL RESEARCH COMMUNICATIONS
(2024)
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
V. V. Sudarev, M. S. Gette, S. V. Bazhenov, O. M. Tilinova, E. V. Zinovev, I. V. Manukhov, A. I. Kuklin, Yu. L. Ryzhykau, A. V. Vlasov
Summary: This study investigated the self-assembly processes of ferritin-based protein complexes and obtained structurally characterized oligomeric states. These results provide new potential and opportunities for the application of ferritin in various fields.
BIOCHEMICAL AND BIOPHYSICAL RESEARCH COMMUNICATIONS
(2024)
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Yalda Sabaghi, Farnaz Pourfarzad, Leila Zolghadr, Azita Bahrami, Tahereh Shojazadeh, Alireza Farasat, Nematollah Gheibi
Summary: p-Coumaric acid (p-CA) is a plant compound with anti-cancer activities. This study designed a nano-liposomal carrier containing p-CA to enhance its effectiveness against melanoma cells. The findings showed that the liposomal form of p-CA had a greater impact on the cells. Kinetic modeling indicated that the best fitting model was zero-order.
BIOCHEMICAL AND BIOPHYSICAL RESEARCH COMMUNICATIONS
(2024)
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
M. D. Nazmul Hasan, Md Mahfuzur Rahman, Al Asmaul Husna, Nobuhiro Nozaki, Osamu Yamato, Naoki Miura
Summary: This study investigated the expression of ncRNAs other than miRNAs in different histologic subtypes of canine mammary gland tumors (MGT). Three aberrantly expressed ncRNAs were identified as potential biomarkers for differentiating MGT subtypes. YRNA and tRFs expression levels were found to be decreased in metastatic compared to primary MGT cell lines.
BIOCHEMICAL AND BIOPHYSICAL RESEARCH COMMUNICATIONS
(2024)
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Seine A. Shintani
Summary: In this study, the researchers used signal analysis to study the instantaneous amplitude and phase of sarcomeric oscillations in skeletal muscle. They identified two types of oscillations, sarcomeric oscillations and sarcosynced oscillations, and visualized their behavior during propagating waves. The researchers discovered the presence of sarcomeric defect holes and sarcomeric collision holes, which are important indicators for understanding the oscillation properties of sarcomeres. This finding has important implications for improving our understanding of muscle function and its regulatory mechanisms.
BIOCHEMICAL AND BIOPHYSICAL RESEARCH COMMUNICATIONS
(2024)
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Shuanglin Zhang, Yuzhong Jia, Guolan Ma, Yanyan Yang, Zhenzhen Cao, Antao Luo, Zefu Zhang, Shihan Li, Jie Wen, Hanfeng Liu, Jihua Ma
Summary: Bupleurum is an antiarrhythmic agent that may exert its effects by inhibiting L-type calcium channels.
BIOCHEMICAL AND BIOPHYSICAL RESEARCH COMMUNICATIONS
(2024)
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Tomotaka Ohkubo, Yasuhiko Matsumoto, Hiroaki Sasaki, Kaoru Kinoshita, Yuki Ogasawara, Takashi Sugita
Summary: This study found that Citrobacter koseri inhibits the growth of Staphylococcus epidermidis, disrupting the balance between S. epidermidis and Staphylococcus aureus, and exacerbating inflammation in atopic dermatitis.
BIOCHEMICAL AND BIOPHYSICAL RESEARCH COMMUNICATIONS
(2024)
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Toshifumi Asano, Philipp Sasse, Takao Nakata
Summary: A Cre recombination-based fluorescent reporter system was developed to monitor cell-cell fusion. The system successfully detected the formation of multinuclear myotubes and placental syncytiotrophoblast. This tool could facilitate the study of cell-to-cell fusion.
BIOCHEMICAL AND BIOPHYSICAL RESEARCH COMMUNICATIONS
(2024)
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Ke Shi, Yunlong Shan, Xiao Sun, Kuida Chen, Qiong Luo, Qiang Xu
Summary: This study found that low expression of TP53INP2 is associated with poor survival in colorectal cancer (CRC) patients. As the malignancy of CRC progresses, TP53INP2 expression gradually decreases. Knockdown of TP53INP2 promotes CRC cell proliferation and tumor growth. Mechanistically, TP53INP2 deficiency decreases phosphorylation of beta-catenin, leading to increased accumulation and enhanced nuclear translocation and transcriptional activity. Additionally, TP53INP2 sequesters TIM50, inhibiting its activation of beta-catenin. In conclusion, downregulation of TP53INP2 promotes CRC progression by activating beta-catenin.
BIOCHEMICAL AND BIOPHYSICAL RESEARCH COMMUNICATIONS
(2024)
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Martina Rossi, Fabio Tomaselli, Alejandro Hochkoeppler
Summary: Oligomeric enzymes are known for their higher catalytic rates compared to monomeric enzymes, but the extent of additivity in their activity is still not well understood. This study used tetrameric rabbit lactate dehydrogenase as a model to examine the kinetics of its catalytic action. Surprisingly, when the concentration of the limiting reactant exceeded that of a single subunit, there was a significant slowdown in the enzyme's conformational rearrangements.
BIOCHEMICAL AND BIOPHYSICAL RESEARCH COMMUNICATIONS
(2024)
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Amin Sahraei, Mohammad Javad Shamsoddini, Fakhrossadat Mohammadi, Leila Hassani
Summary: This study explored the inhibitory effects of gallium curcumin, indium curcumin, and vanadyl curcumin on the amyloid fibrillation of hen egg white lysozyme, as well as the binding interactions of these metal complexes with the enzyme. The results showed that indium curcumin and vanadyl curcumin exhibited higher binding affinities and stronger inhibitory effects on amyloid fibrillation compared to gallium curcumin.
BIOCHEMICAL AND BIOPHYSICAL RESEARCH COMMUNICATIONS
(2024)
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Takahiro Sasaki, Yoshiki Kuse, Shinsuke Nakamura, Masamitsu Shimazawa
Summary: PGRN deficiency plays a significant role in cardiac remodeling and arrhythmias post-myocardial infarction (MI), potentially by promoting metabolic abnormalities in macrophages.
BIOCHEMICAL AND BIOPHYSICAL RESEARCH COMMUNICATIONS
(2024)
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Hongwei Zhao, Yiqiang Li, Yibo Zhang, Chi Zhang
Summary: Electrical brain stimulation technology is commonly used to treat brain neurological disorders, but it can cause side effects. This study investigated the impact of electric fields on nerve fibers and revealed the possible origin of side effects. The findings provide guidance for selecting electrical parameters in clinical stimulation therapy.
BIOCHEMICAL AND BIOPHYSICAL RESEARCH COMMUNICATIONS
(2024)
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Julia S. Scott, Lake-Ee Quek, Andrew J. Hoy, Johannes V. Swinnen, Zeyad D. Nassar, Lisa M. Butler
Summary: The fatty acid elongation enzyme ELOVL5 plays a critical role in promoting metastasis in prostate cancer. Knocking down ELOVL5 leads to the accumulation of malonyl-CoA, which inhibits fatty acid oxidation in mitochondria. This study highlights the importance of fatty acid elongation in regulating cell viability and provides a potential target for prostate cancer treatment.
BIOCHEMICAL AND BIOPHYSICAL RESEARCH COMMUNICATIONS
(2024)
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Zan Zhou, Wen-jun Jiang, Li Li, Jun-qiang Si
Summary: This study investigates the effect of noise exposure on cognitive function in mice and explores the underlying molecular mechanisms. The findings suggest that noise exposure leads to increased inflammation, increased phosphorylation of Tau protein, and decreased levels of postsynaptic density protein, resulting in cognitive impairment.
BIOCHEMICAL AND BIOPHYSICAL RESEARCH COMMUNICATIONS
(2024)