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Immunology
Tengyue Zhang, Mengyuan Li, Siyuan Zhao, Mianjing Zhou, Huai Liao, Haiyan Wu, Xinyue Mo, Hongxing Wang, Chaohuan Guo, Hui Zhang, Niansheng Yang, Yuefang Huang
Summary: This study found that CaMK4 activation contributes to the activation of NLRP3 inflammasome during acute lung injury (ALI), and inhibiting CaMK4 can reduce the development of ALI and inflammation. These findings suggest that CaMK4 inhibition may be a novel therapeutic approach for the treatment of ALI.
FRONTIERS IN IMMUNOLOGY
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Immunology
Fen Liu, Wei Peng, Jiaquan Chen, Zeyao Xu, Rong Jiang, Qiang Shao, Ning Zhao, Kejian Qian
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FRONTIERS IN CELLULAR AND INFECTION MICROBIOLOGY
(2021)
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Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Rene Roy, Ayed Allawzi, Nana Burns, Christina Sul, Victoria Rubio, Jessica Graham, Kurt Stenmark, Eva Nozik, Rubin Tuder, Christine Vohwinkel
Summary: This study reveals that lactate produced by alveolar type II cells (ATII) in acute lung injury (ALI) can shift alveolar macrophages (AM) towards an anti-inflammatory phenotype, thereby mitigating excessive inflammation.
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Cell & Tissue Engineering
Xiaofeng Qi, Yali Luo, Mengyong Xiao, Qiuju Zhang, Jing Luo, Linna Ma, Linfeng Ruan, Nini Lian, Yongqi Liu
Summary: This article reviews the major death modes of AT2 cells and compares the various forms of death, revealing their unique action mechanisms and partially overlapping pathways. Studying the mechanism of AT2 cell death is helpful in restoring the barrier function of AECs and provides new ideas and strategies for preventing and treating ALI.
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Multidisciplinary Sciences
Xiaoting Yang, Jing Wang, Wei Liu
Summary: In this study, molecular markers associated with type II alveolar epithelial cell injury in acute lung injury (ALI) were identified using bioinformatics methods. The results provide new insights for the diagnosis and treatment of ALI/ARDS.
SCIENTIFIC REPORTS
(2023)
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Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Song Qin, Jun-ya Liu, Xiao-qin Wang, Bang-hai Feng, Ying-cong Ren, Jie Zheng, Kun Yu, Hong Yu, Kang Li, Feng Zhu, Miao Chen, Xiaoyun Fu, Tao Chen, Zhou-xiong Xing, Hong Mei
Summary: This study demonstrated that ROS-mediated MAPK activation promotes H2O2-induced AE-II cell apoptosis by inhibiting miR-21-5p expression via STAT3 phosphorylation, providing novel targets for HALI treatment.
MOLECULAR IMMUNOLOGY
(2023)
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Immunology
Sandra Carignon, Dorian De Moura Rodrigues, David Gosset, Elodie Culerier, Sarah Huot-Marchand, Florence Savigny, Eric Kaya, Valerie Quesniaux, Aurelie Gombault, Isabelle Couillin, Bernhard Ryffel, Marc Le Bert, Nicolas Riteau
Summary: The pathogenesis of chronic lung diseases involves recurrent micro-injuries of the epithelium, with a major role of surfactant-producing alveolar epithelial type 2 (AT2) cells. This study investigated the contribution of gas exchange-permissive alveolar epithelial type 1 (AT1) cells in inflammation and interstitial fibrosis, by depleting AT1 cells through repeated injury. The findings suggest that targeting AT1 cell depletion could be a novel approach for investigating chronic lung inflammatory diseases and identifying new therapeutic targets.
FRONTIERS IN IMMUNOLOGY
(2023)
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Immunology
Wenyang Jiang, Jie Ren, Hongling Zhou, Ruyuan He, Donghang Li, Rui Xiong, Zhuokun He, Dan Cheng
Summary: This study found that TMEM16A plays an important role in sepsis-induced acute lung injury (ALI) by regulating endoplasmic reticulum stress-induced ferroptosis in alveolar epithelial type II (AT2) cells. Knockout of TMEM16A improved lung function and alleviated lung pathological injury in LPS-treated mice. Inhibition of TMEM16A by shikonin also showed therapeutic effect on LPS-induced ALI in vivo.
INTERNATIONAL IMMUNOPHARMACOLOGY
(2023)
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Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Jianning Guo, Hongxian Zhang, Xue Bai, Junming Liang, Ziyi Guo, Yan Liu, Ning Ma, Handong Wang, Ruijuan Dong, Xue Yu, Dongyu Ge, Xia Cui
Summary: Children are susceptible to pneumonia, which affects their growth and development. However, the mechanism of chronic lung injury and the lack of animal models hinder further investigations. Therefore, a chronic lung injury young mouse model was developed to simulate the pathological process of children.
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(2022)
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Biotechnology & Applied Microbiology
Hang Li, Chang Yao, Kaihu Shi, Yang Zhao, Jin Du, Dinghui Hu, Zuntao Liu
Summary: This study investigated the role of miR-21-5p in the inhibitory effects of As-IV on hypoxia/reoxygenation injury-induced apoptosis of type II alveolar epithelial cells. The results showed that As-IV up-regulated miR-21-5p expression, inhibited the TLR4/NF-kappa B signaling pathway, and suppressed apoptosis.
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Medicine, Research & Experimental
Shuan Dong, Shasha Liu, Qiaoying Gao, Jia Shi, Kai Song, Ya Wu, Huayang Liu, Chenxu Guo, Yan Huang, Shihan Du, Xiangyun Li, Lixiu Ge, Jianbo Yu
Summary: This study investigates the involvement of interleukin-17D (IL-17D) in sepsis-induced acute lung injury (ALI). The results show that IL-17D levels are reduced in septic patients and mice with LPS-induced ALI. Administration of recombinant IL-17D protein improves lung injury by enhancing alveolar epithelial permeability. IL-17D is primarily produced by alveolar epithelial type II (ATII) cells and regulated by nuclear factor erythroid 2-related factor 2 (Nrf2). Additionally, a deficiency in heme oxygenase-1 (HO-1) leads to elevated IL-17D levels, which can be ameliorated by administration of IL-17D.
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Geriatrics & Gerontology
Yanhui Cui, Xueqin Wang, Fengyu Lin, Wen Li, Yuhao Zhao, Fei Zhu, Hang Yang, Mingjun Rao, Yi li, Huaying Liang, Minhui Dai, Ben Liu, Lingli Chen, Duoduo Han, Rongli Lu, Wenzhong Peng, Yan Zhang, Chao Song, Yanwei Luo, Pinhua Pan
Summary: The study revealed that miR-29a-3p is downregulated in ARDS patients and ALI model mice, and its regulation of inflammatory factors helps reduce lung injury by decreasing alveolar epithelial cell death, presenting a potential therapeutic target for ALI/ARDS.
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Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Esther Marhuenda, Alvaro Villarino, Maria Leonor Narciso, Marta Camprubi-Rimblas, Ramon Farre, Nuria Gavara, Antonio Artigas, Isaac Almendros, Jorge Otero
Summary: One of the main limitations in in vitro studies on lung diseases is maintaining the specific phenotype of alveolar epithelial cells. This study successfully maintained the phenotype of cells using lung-derived extracellular matrix hydrogels, and found that the hydrogels can promote long-term culture of alveolar epithelial cells.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF MOLECULAR SCIENCES
(2022)
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Plant Sciences
Yapeng Hou, Jun Li, Yan Ding, Yong Cui, Hongguang Nie
Summary: The study found that Luteolin can alleviate pulmonary edema by enhancing the abundance of membrane ENaC, at least partially through the cGMP/PI3K pathway, providing a promising therapeutic strategy for treating ALI/ARDS.
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(2022)
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Elena Lopez-Rodriguez, Gemma Gay-Jordi, Lars Knudsen, Matthias Ochs, Anna Serrano-Mollar
Summary: In idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis (IPF), intratracheal administration of alveolar epithelial type II cells (AE2C) has been shown to reverse fibrosis, but further research is needed to determine if this involves any improvement in alveolar dynamics.
FRONTIERS IN MEDICINE
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Shaowei Sun, Juan Wen, Fei Qiu, Yufang Yin, Guina Xu, Tianping Li, Juan Nie, Guozuo Xiong, Caiping Zhang, Duangfang Liao, Jianxiong Chen, Qinhui Tuo
BIOCHEMICAL AND BIOPHYSICAL RESEARCH COMMUNICATIONS
(2016)
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Duan-Fang Liao, De-Biao Xiang, Hong-Feng Gu, Caiping Zhang, Shao-Wei Sun, Buohou Xia, Qin-Hui Tuo, Li Qin, Li-Mei Lin, Zhe Shi, Xi-Long Zheng
ATHEROSCLEROSIS SUPPLEMENTS
(2018)
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Jing Wang, Zhe Shi, Tao Zou, Min-Xu Zou, Hui-Xian Yang, Cai-Ping Zhang, De-Biao Xiang, Li-Mei Lin, Hui-Yu Liu, De-yu Fang, Duan-Fang Liao
BIOMEDICINE & PHARMACOTHERAPY
(2019)
Review
Urology & Nephrology
Xiaobo Hu, Cong Hu, Caiping Zhang, Min Zhang, Shiyin Long, Zhaohui Cao
INTERNATIONAL BRAZ J UROL
(2019)
Review
Medical Laboratory Technology
Hui-xian Yang, Min Zhang, Shi-yin Long, Qin-hui Tuo, Ying Tian, Jian-xiong Chen, Cai-ping Zhang, Duan-fang Liao
CLINICA CHIMICA ACTA
(2020)
Review
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Bo-jie Li, Hao Chen, Su-su Jiang, Chu-yao Wang, Qin-hui Tuo, Shi-yin Long, Cai-ping Zhang, Duan-fang Liao
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(2020)
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Chu-yao Wang, Cai-ping Zhang, Bo-Jie Li, Su-su Jiang, Wei-he He, Shi-yin Long, Ying Tian
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Oncology
Cai-Ping Zhang, Xin-Xin Ding, Tian Tian, Bo-Jie Li, Chu-Yao Wang, Su-Su Jiang, Jin-Qi Shao, Yu-Lin Yuan, Ying Tian, Min Zhang, Shi-Yin Long
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(2020)
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Oncology
Yulin Yuan, Caiping Zhang, Yunwu He, Lingzhi Yuan, Qian Zhao, Yuhe Liu, Shiyin Long
Summary: Curcumin alleviates H2O2-induced endothelial cell damage by inhibiting pyroptosis and reducing endothelin-1 expression.
MOLECULAR MEDICINE REPORTS
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Pharmacology & Pharmacy
Caiping Zhang, Debiao Xiang, Qian Zhao, Susu Jiang, Chuyao Wang, Huixian Yang, Ying Huang, Yulin Yuan, Xuanyou Liu, Zhixin Huang, Yaling Zeng, Hongyan Wen, Shiyin Long, Hong Hao, Qinhui Tuo, Zhenguo Liu, Duanfang Liao
Summary: Curcumin nicotinate (Curtn) can decrease serum LDL-C levels by inhibiting PCSK9 expression, increasing LDL receptor expression and distribution.
EUROPEAN JOURNAL OF PHARMACOLOGY
(2022)
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Chemistry, Medicinal
Lin-Yu Wang, Jiao Liu, Yi-Zhu Peng, Cai-Ping Zhang, Wei Zou, Feng Liu, Ke-Bin Zhan, Ping Zhang
Summary: The study demonstrated that CurTn can alleviate synaptogenesis dysfunction in the hippocampus of high-fat diet (HFD)-induced hyperlipidemia rats by activating BDNF/TrkB/CREB signaling and modulating the Idol/LDLR pathway, which leads to the elimination of Aβ deposition.
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Endocrinology & Metabolism
Yuhe Liu, Xueyu Chen, Xuan Deng, Fan Yang, Jinping Zheng, Tianyun Zhou, Ling Xu, Xiaomei Xie, Zhenyu Ju, Baoguo Wang, Caiping Zhang, Yong Zhou
Summary: This study found that higher levels of nicotinamide adenine dinucleotide (NAD(+)) in the blood were associated with metabolic disease (MD) and its individual components, such as hypertension, dyslipidemia, and diabetes. The findings provide new evidence for the relationship between blood NAD(+) levels and MD.
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(2023)
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Psychiatry
Zhi-Xin Huang, Qizhang Wang, Shasha Lei, Wenli Zhang, Ying Huang, Caiping Zhang, Xiangyang Zhang
Summary: This study developed a web-based dynamic nomogram for predicting suicide attempts in patients with Major depressive disorder (MDD). The nomogram showed good discrimination and clinical applicability, incorporating five predictors. It provides a helpful tool for patients and clinicians to make decisions.
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(2023)
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Medical Laboratory Technology
Lan Ding, Weifan Jiang, Zhijun Chen, Caiping Zhang, Ying Tian, Shiyin Long
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(2020)
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Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Shao-wei Sun, Wen-juan Tong, Zi-fen Guo, Qin-hui Tuo, Xiao-yong Lei, Cai-ping Zhang, Duan-fang Liao, Jian-xiong Chen
ACTA PHARMACOLOGICA SINICA
(2017)
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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.
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(2024)
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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.
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(2024)
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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)
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Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
M. D. Nazmul Hasan, Md Mahfuzur Rahman, Al Asmaul Husna, Nobuhiro Nozaki, Osamu Yamato, Naoki Miura
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BIOCHEMICAL AND BIOPHYSICAL RESEARCH COMMUNICATIONS
(2024)
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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)
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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
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Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Tomotaka Ohkubo, Yasuhiko Matsumoto, Hiroaki Sasaki, Kaoru Kinoshita, Yuki Ogasawara, Takashi Sugita
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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.
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(2024)
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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)
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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)
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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)
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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)
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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)
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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)
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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)