Crosstalk between hypoxia-inducible factor (HIF) and lncRNAs in digestive tumors: from molecular mechanisms to clinical translation.

Hypoxia is a characteristic feature of the tumor microenvironment that significantly influences cancer progression and treatment responses. Hypoxia-inducible factor (HIF), a key regulator of hypoxic adaptation, has been demonstrated to modulate hypoxic gene expression profiles and signaling networks, thereby serving as a potential therapeutic target. Long-stranded non-coding RNAs (lncRNAs), defined as non-coding RNAs exceeding 200 nucleotides in length, regulate various cellular processes by modulating gene expression at transcriptional, post-transcriptional, and epigenetic levels.

The role of ubiquitination and deubiquitination in urological tumours.

The ubiquitin (Ub) system has been demonstrated to play a crucial role in various cellular processes, including immune responses, cell development, and programmed cell death. Ubiquitination, a form of post-translational modification, occurs in eukaryotic cells and involves several key components, such as Ub-activating enzymes, Ub-binding enzymes, and Ub-protein ligases. Recently, deubiquitinating enzymes-proteases that reverse the modification of proteins by removing Ub or Ub-like molecules, or by remodeling Ub chains on target proteins-have been identified as significant regulators of ubiquitination-mediated degradation.

MicroRNA-145 in urologic tumors: biological roles, regulatory networks, and clinical translation.

Tumors of the urinary system primarily encompass prostate, bladder, and kidney cancers, which exhibit high morbidity and mortality rates worldwide and pose a particularly significant threat to men's health. Given the associated high morbidity and mortality, early diagnosis and effective treatment are crucial. Consequently, innovative research is urgently needed to enhance the clinical care of patients with urologic cancers.

Research progress of extracellular vesicles in the pathogenesis of type IIIA chronic prostatitis.

Chronic prostatitis is a prevalent urological condition that significantly impacts patients' quality of life. Advances in the study of Extracellular Vesicles (EV) have revealed their close involvement in the pathogenesis of prostatitis. This paper reviews the progress in understanding the role of EV in the pathogenesis of chronic prostatitis type IIIA, particularly their involvement in inflammatory responses, cell signaling, and interactions with immune cells.

Epigenetic modifications in bladder cancer: crosstalk between DNA methylation and miRNAs.

Bladder cancer (BC) is a malignant tumor characterized by a high incidence of urinary system diseases. The complex pathogenesis of BC has long been a focal point in medical research. With the robust development of epigenetics, the crucial role of epigenetic modifications in the occurrence and progression of BC has been elucidated.

Critical role of non-coding RNA-mediated ferroptosis in urologic malignancies.

Urologic malignancies, characterized by their high aggressiveness and metastatic potential, pose a significant public health challenge globally. Ferroptosis, a novel mode of cell death, typically arises from intracellular iron ion overload and the accumulation of lipid peroxides. This process has been shown to play a crucial regulatory role in various pathological conditions, particularly in cancer, including urologic cancers.

MicroRNA-21 in urologic cancers: from molecular mechanisms to clinical implications.

The three most common kinds of urologic malignancies are prostate, bladder, and kidney cancer, which typically cause substantial morbidity and mortality. Early detection and effective treatment are essential due to their high fatality rates. As a result, there is an urgent need for innovative research to improve the clinical management of patients with urologic cancers.

Critical roles of lncRNA-mediated autophagy in urologic malignancies.

Urologic oncology is a significant public health concern on a global scale. Recent research indicates that long chain non-coding RNAs (lncRNAs) and autophagy play crucial roles in various cancers, including urologic malignancies. This article provides a summary of the latest research findings, suggesting that lncRNA-mediated autophagy could either suppress or promote tumors in prostate, kidney, and bladder cancers.

Appropriate control measure design by rapidly identifying risk areas of volatile organic compounds during the remediation excavation at an organic contaminated site.

Many organic contaminated sites require on-site remediation; excavation remediation processes can release many volatile organic compounds (VOCs) which are key atmospheric pollutants. It is therefore important to rapidly identify VOCs during excavation and map their risk areas for human health protection. In this study, we developed a rapid analysis and assessment method, aiming to and reveal the real-time distribution of VOCs, evaluate their human health risks by quantitative models, and design appropriate control measures.