Mechanistic Role of the Mdm2/MdmX Lid Domain in Regulating Their Interactions with p53.

p53 functions as a critical guardian of the genome, orchestrating tumor suppression pathways and ensuring the integrity of chromosomal stability. Mdm2 and MdmX, homologous proteins, serve as negative feedback regulators of p53. In approximately half of tumor cases, overexpression of Mdm2/MdmX results in the inhibition of p53 activity.

Unveiling the molecular landscape of δ-thalassemia and δ-globin variants in southern China: novel mutations, gene spectrum, and implications for thalassemia diagnosis.

Objectives: δ-thalassemia and δ-globin variants are rare hemoglobinopathies. However, co-inheritance of β-thalassemia and δ-globin gene mutations may affect the diagnosis of β-thalassemia carriers when based on the elevated Hb A. This study aimed to identify and characterize δ-thalassemia and δ-globin variants in Southern China.

Physiological Adaptations of to Heavy Metal Stress: Soluble Sugar Accumulation and Biomass Enhancement.

Background: Heavy metal contamination significantly threatens crop growth and global food security. Understanding plant responses to such stress is crucial to developing stress-tolerant crops. This study explores the physiological and biochemical responses of (L.

Strategies for p53 Activation and Targeted Inhibitors of the p53-Mdm2/MdmX Interaction.

is a tumor suppressor gene and is regarded as one of the most crucial genes in protecting humans against cancer. The protein Mdm2 and its homolog MdmX serve as negative regulators of p53. In nearly half of cancer cells, there is an overexpression of Mdm2 and MdmX, which inhibit p53 activity.

Deletion of the DEAD-box helicase CshA in Lacticaseibacillus paracasei elicits heightened low-temperature sensitivity and reduced post-acidification capacity.

While cold chain logistics remains the primary strategy to mitigate post acidification in fermented dairy products, maintaining reliable refrigeration systems presents substantial challenges, especially in resource-limited settings. Biological approaches targeting strain low-temperature sensitivity modulation for post-acidification control are increasingly recognized as promising alternatives. This study utilized CRISPR/Cas9-mediated knockout of DEAD-box helicase genes in Lacticaseibacillus paracasei, successfully identifying a low-temperature-sensitive strain, ∆AF91_12,710.

SATB1 in cancer progression and metastasis: mechanisms and therapeutic potential.

Cancer remains a major global health challenge, with prostate cancer, lung cancer, colorectal cancer, and breast cancer accounting for nearly half of all diagnoses. Despite advancements in cancer treatment, metastasis to distant organs continues to be the leading cause of cancer-related mortality. The progression of cancer involves the alteration of numerous genes, with dynamic changes in chromatin organization and histone modifications playing a critical role in regulating cancer-associated genes.

Advancements in -Based Anti-Tumor Gene Therapy Research.

The gene is one of the genes most closely associated with human tumors and has become a popular target for tumor drug design. Currently, -based gene therapy techniques have been developed, but these therapies face challenges such as immaturity, high safety hazards, limited efficacy, and low patient acceptance. However, researchers are no less enthusiastic about the treatment because of its theoretical potential to treat cancer.

Relationship between infant gastrointestinal microorganisms and maternal microbiome within 6 months of delivery.

To investigate the association between the microbiota in mothers and gut microbiota in infants from 0 to 6 months, the microbiotas in infant feces, maternal feces, and breast milk were determined by 16S rRNA gene sequencing. The contribution of each maternal microbiome to the infant was assessed using fast expectation-maximization for microbial source tracking calculations. The levels of short-chain fatty acids (SCFAs) and secretory immunoglobulin A (sIgA) in the feces of infants were also determined using gas chromatography and IDK-sIgA ELISA to gain a more comprehensive understanding of the infant gut microbiome.

SATB1, senescence and senescence-related diseases.

Aging leads to an accumulation of cellular mutations and damage, increasing the risk of senescence, apoptosis, and malignant transformation. Cellular senescence, which is pivotal in aging, acts as both a guard against cellular transformation and as a check against cancer progression. It is marked by stable cell cycle arrest, widespread macromolecular changes, a pro-inflammatory profile, and altered gene expression.

Misdiagnosis of β-Thalassemia Major Due to Chinese γ+(γδβ)-Thalassemia Combined with β-Thalassemia.

δβ-thalassemia is a rare type of thalassemia characterized by increased Hb F levels, including mainly Chinese γ(γδβ)-thalassemia, Yunnanese γ(γδβ)-thalassemia, Cantonese γ(γδβ)-thalassemia in China. Due to the low rate of δβ-thalassemia carriers, there are few reports of δβ-thalassemia combined with β-thalassemia causing β-thalassemia major. Herein, we described the combination of Chinese γ(γδβ)-thalassemia and β-thalassemia leading to β-thalassemia major in a Chinese patient.

Case report: Prenatal diagnosis in the fetus of a couple with both thalassemia and deafness genes.

Prenatal diagnosis and genetic counseling play an important role in preventing and controlling birth defects. No reports were found of prenatal diagnosis of couples carrying both the thalassemia and deafness genes. In this study, we presented the prenatal screening and diagnosis of a couple with both thalassemia and deafness genes, contributing to better genetic counseling.

TiO nanoparticles promote tumor metastasis by eliciting pro-metastatic extracellular vesicles.

The development of nanotechnology has provided numerous possibilities for the diagnosis and treatment of cancer. Paradoxically, some in vivo experimental studies have also shown that nanoparticles (NPs) could promote tumor progression, but the specific mechanism is not yet clear. Primary tumors can release extracellular vesicles (EVs) which can promote the inoculation and growth of tumor cells that have metastasized to distant organs.

Ginsenoside RG1-induced mesenchymal stem cells alleviate diabetic cardiomyopathy through secreting exosomal circNOTCH1 to promote macrophage M2 polarization.

Diabetic cardiomyopathy (DCM) is a cardiac complication resulting from long-term uncontrolled diabetes, characterized by myocardial fibrosis and abnormal cardiac function. This study aimed at investigating the potential of ginsenoside RG1 (RG1)-induced mesenchymal stem cells (MSCs) in alleviating DCM. A DCM mouse model was constructed, and the effects of RG1-induced MSCs on myocardial function and fibrosis in diabetic mice were evaluated.

The lactate dehydrogenase gene is involved in the growth and metabolism of and the production of fermented milk flavor substances.

Objective: Lactate dehydrogenase (ldh) in lactic acid bacteria is an important enzyme that is involved in the process of milk fermentation. This study aimed to explore the changes and effects of fermented milk metabolites in mutant strains after knocking out the gene of .

Methods: The mutant Δ was obtained from using clustered regularly interspaced short palindromic repeats technology, and we determined fermented milk pH, titratable acidity, viable count, and differential metabolites in the different stages of milk fermentation that were identified using metabolomic analysis.

Integrative analyses of ferroptosis and immune related biomarkers and the osteosarcoma associated mechanisms.

Osteosarcoma (OS) is the most common primary malignant bone tumor with high metastatic potential and relapse risk. To study the regulatory mechanism of the OS microenvironment, a complex regulatory network involving the ferroptosis- and immune response-related genes remains to be established. In the present study, we determined the effect of a comprehensive evaluation system established on the basis of ferroptosis- and immune-related genes on the immune status, related biomarkers, prognosis, and the potential regulatory networks underlying OS based on the TARGET and Gene Expression Omnibus databases that contain information on OS patients by bioinformatics analyses.

Corrigendum to "Umbilical Cord Tissue-Derived Mesenchymal Stem Cells Induce T Lymphocyte Apoptosis and Cell Cycle Arrest by Expression of Indoleamine 2, 3-Dioxygenase".

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[Corrigendum] Evaluation of eight reference genes for quantitative polymerase chain reaction analysis in human T lymphocytes co‑cultured with mesenchymal stem cells.

Following the publication of the above article, the authors contacted the Editorial Office to explain that Fig. 1A and some of the images in Fig. 1B in the paper had already been published in Fig.

MicroRNA-300 inhibits the growth of hepatocellular carcinoma cells by downregulating CREPT/Wnt/β-catenin signaling.

A number of studies have demonstrated that altered expression levels of microRNA-300 (miR-300) are associated with tumor progression; however, little is understood regarding the role of miR-300 in hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC). The present study aimed to investigate the expression, biological function and potential regulatory mechanism of miR-300 in HCC. A miR-300 mimic and miR-300 inhibitor were transfected into liver cancer cells using RNAiMAX reagent.

Umbilical Cord Tissue-Derived Mesenchymal Stem Cells Induce T Lymphocyte Apoptosis and Cell Cycle Arrest by Expression of Indoleamine 2, 3-Dioxygenase.

It has been reported that human mesenchymal stem cells are able to inhibit T lymphocyte activation; however, the discrepancy among different sources of MSCs is not well documented. In this study, we have compared the MSCs from bone marrow (BM), adipose tissue (AT), placenta (PL), and umbilical cord (UC) to determine which one displayed the most efficient immunosuppressive effects on phytohemagglutinin-induced T cell proliferation. Among them we found that hUC-MSC has the strongest effects on inhibiting T cell proliferation and is chosen to do the further study.

Evaluation of eight reference genes for quantitative polymerase chain reaction analysis in human T lymphocytes co‑cultured with mesenchymal stem cells.

Accurate gene expression analysis relies on the selection of a stable reference gene, as unstable reference genes can alter experimental results and conclusions. It is widely‑accepted that reference genes exhibit different expression levels in different types of tissues and cells. Therefore, it is essential to screen for stably‑expressed reference genes in the cells and tissues used for experimental analysis prior to performing reverse transcription‑quantitative polymerase chain reaction (RT‑qPCR).

Knockdown of Gli1 by small-interfering RNA enhances the effects of BCNU on the proliferation and apoptosis of glioma U251 cells.

Aims: The present study is to investigate the effect of the combination of small-interfering RNA (siRNA) treatment with bis-chloroethylnitrosourea (BCNU) on the proliferation and apoptosis of glioma cells.

Methods: According to different treatments, glioma U251 cells were randomly divided into blank group, Lipofectamine group, siRNA-Gli1 group, BCNU group and combination group. After treatments, the morphology of U251 cells was visualized under the microscope.

Identification of optimal reference genes for quantitative PCR studies on human mesenchymal stem cells.

Quantitative polymerase chain reaction (qPCR) analysis is a commonly used method for the study of mRNA expression throughout the field of mesenchymal stem cell (MSC) research. This technology is simple and sensitive; however the results may vary significantly due to the use of various reference genes (RGs) as normalizers. Therefore, the reliable use of RGs is vital for obtaining accurate results.