Functional analysis of the effect of isoimperatorin on human acute monocytic leukemia at the transcriptome level.

Acute myeloid leukemia (AML), which is characterized by the aberrant proliferation of primitive and immature myelocytes within the bone marrow, represents the most prevalent subtype of leukemia in both adults and children. Isoimperatorin, a derivative of coumarins, has been reported to possess antitumor, antioxidative and anti-inflammatory activities. In the present study, the effects of isoimperatorin on human AML cells were evaluated.

Advances in ε-Poly-Lysine Biosynthesis, Selection of High-Yielding Strains and Regulatory Mechanisms.

ε-Poly-lysine (ε-PL) is a naturally occurring antimicrobial polypeptide that has been approved as a food preservative in several major global markets, including Japan, China, and the United States, where it is classified as Generally Recognized as Safe (GRAS). It exhibits efficacy against Gram-positive and select Gram-negative bacteria, indicating its broad potential for application in both industrial and medical sectors. The mature fermentation process of Streptomyces albulus has established it as the primary production strain for ε-PL.

Incidence of thyroid adverse events following immune checkpoint inhibitor treatment in patients with baseline positive thyroid antibodies: a systematic review and meta-analysis.

Background: To systematically evaluate the incidence of thyroid adverse events in patients with baseline positive thyroid antibodies following treatment with immune checkpoint inhibitors (ICIs).

Methods: In this systematic review and meta-analysis, we utilized PubMed, Embase, and Cochrane Library databases to identify studies that detail the thyroid immune-related adverse events (irAEs) among cancer patients undergoing treatment with ICIs. Literature was screened according to inclusion and exclusion criteria, and data were extracted.

Purification, identification, and synthesis of novel antioxidant peptides from peanut meal and their protective effects against H₂O₂-induced oxidative damage in HepG2 cells.

Peanut meal, a by-product of peanut oil extraction, is rich in protein but remains underutilized. Previous studies have indicated that peanut protein hydrolysate (PPH) exhibits strong antioxidant activity, but the antioxidant mechanisms and functional effects of PPH remain unclear. Therefore, this study aimed to purify, identify, and synthesize novel antioxidant peptides from PPH and evaluate their protective effects against oxidative damage in HepG2 cells.

Metagenomic Next-Generation Sequencing-Assisted Diagnosis of Japanese Spotted Fever: Report of One Case.

Japanese spotted fever(JSF)is an infectious disease caused by ,with nonspecific clinical symptoms and a high risk of misdiagnosis.We reported a case of JSF,in which was detected in blood cells by metagenomic next-generation sequencing.The patient recovered after treatment with doxycycline.

Redox regulation: mechanisms, biology and therapeutic targets in diseases.

Redox signaling acts as a critical mediator in the dynamic interactions between organisms and their external environment, profoundly influencing both the onset and progression of various diseases. Under physiological conditions, oxidative free radicals generated by the mitochondrial oxidative respiratory chain, endoplasmic reticulum, and NADPH oxidases can be effectively neutralized by NRF2-mediated antioxidant responses. These responses elevate the synthesis of superoxide dismutase (SOD), catalase, as well as key molecules like nicotinamide adenine dinucleotide phosphate (NADPH) and glutathione (GSH), thereby maintaining cellular redox homeostasis.

Polyethylene Polyamine-Modified Chitosan Aerogels: Enhanced CO Adsorbents with Lamellar Porous Structures.

Due to the continuous growth of global carbon dioxide emissions, the development of cost-effective carbon dioxide capture technology has attracted extensive attention. Amino-modified chitosan aerogels with lamellar porous structures are good candidates as carbon dioxide adsorbents because of their degradable properties and low energy consumption. Polyethylene polyamine-modified chitosan aerogels (PEPA-CSs) were prepared through a process of crosslinking and freeze-drying using a chitosan solution, polyethylene polyamine (PEPA), and epichlorohydrin (ECH) as raw materials.

NUFIP1 integrates amino acid sensing and DNA damage response to maintain the intestinal homeostasis.

Nutrient availability strongly affects intestinal homeostasis. Here, we report that low-protein (LP) diets decrease amino acids levels, impair the DNA damage response (DDR), cause DNA damage and exacerbate inflammation in intestinal tissues of male mice with inflammatory bowel disease (IBD). Intriguingly, loss of nuclear fragile X mental retardation-interacting protein 1 (NUFIP1) contributes to the amino acid deficiency-induced impairment of the DDR in vivo and in vitro and induces necroptosis-related spontaneous enteritis.

Genetic Incorporation of a Thioxanthone-Containing Amino Acid for the Design of Artificial Photoenzymes.

Genetically encodable photosensitizers allow the design of artificial photoenzymes to expand the scope of abiological reactions. Herein, we report the genetic incorporation of a thioxanthone-containing amino acid into a protein scaffold via an engineered pyrrolysyl-tRNA/pyrrolysyl-tRNA synthetase pair. The designer enzyme was engineered to catalyze a dearomative [2+2] cycloaddition reaction in high yields (up to>99 % yield) with excellent enantioselectivity (up to 98 : 2 e.

Extraction, Characterization, and Antioxidant Activity of Polysaccharides.

Herein, the ultrasound-assisted extraction conditions affecting the yield of EUPS ( polysaccharide) were analyzed using a Box-Behnken response surface design. The alleviation effect of EUPS on diquat-induced oxidative stress in mice was also studied. A maximum EUPS yield of 2.

A pH and glutathione-responsive carbon monoxide-driven nano-herb delivery system for enhanced immunotherapy in colorectal cancer.

Dihydroartemisinin (DHA), a compound extracted from the herbal medicine Artemisia annua, has shown promise as a clinical treatment strategy for colorectal cancer. However, its clinical use is hindered by its low water solubility and bioavailability. A pH/glutathione (GSH) dual-responsive nano-herb delivery system (PMDC NPs) has been developed for the targeted delivery of DHA, accompanied by abundant carbon monoxide (CO) release.

Construction of an amylolytic strain with high copies of α-amylase and glucoamylase genes integration for bioethanol production from sweet potato residue.

Sweet potato residue (SPR) is the by-product of starch extraction from fresh sweet potatoes and is rich in carbohydrates, making it a suitable substrate for bioethanol production. An amylolytic industrial yeast strain with co-expressing α-amylase and glucoamylase genes would combine enzyme production, SPR hydrolysis, and glucose fermentation into a one-step process. This consolidated bioprocessing (CBP) shows great application potential in the economic production of bioethanol.

Ginseng Radix et Rhizoma enhanced the effect of metoprolol in chronic heart failure by inhibiting autophagy in male C57BL/6J mice.

Background: Ginseng Radix et Rhizoma (GS) is frequently used as an adjuvant therapy for patients with heart failure (HF). Metoprolol is widely used in patients with HF. However, there is no report on the combined effects of GS and metoprolol in patients with HF.

Tumor-Specific Nano-Herb Delivery System with High L-Arginine Loading for Synergistic Chemo and Gas Therapy against Cervical Cancer.

Cancer metastasis poses significant challenges in current clinical therapy. Osthole (OST) has demonstrated efficacy in treating cervical cancer and inhibiting metastasis. Despite these positive results, its limited solubility, poor oral absorption, low bioavailability, and photosensitivity hinder its clinical application.

Analysis of differences in physicochemical properties of different sorghum varieties and their influence on the selection of raw materials for winemaking.

Sorghum is one of the oldest crops in the world, an important grain crop in northern China, and a major raw material in the liquor-brewing industry. The physicochemical properties, cooking characteristics, and starch quality of sorghum seeds considerably affect the liquor-brewing process.To select suitable sorghums for liquor brewing and to determine the cooking characteristics and starch physicochemical properties of different sorghum varieties, 30 types of sorghum were used in this study, and their compositions were compared; six types of sorghum were further studied for their cooking quality and starch physicochemical and pasting characteristics.

The protective effects of repetitive transcranial magnetic stimulation with different high frequencies on motor functions in MPTP/probenecid induced Parkinsonism mouse models.

Background: High-frequency repeated transcranial magnetic stimulation (rTMS) stimulating the primary motor cortex (M1) is an alternative, adjunctive therapy for improving the motor symptoms of Parkinson's disease (PD). However, whether the high frequency of rTMS positively correlates to the improvement of motor symptoms of PD is still undecided. By controlling for other parameters, a disease animal model may be useful to compare the neuroprotective effects of different high frequencies of rTMS.

Strategies and Challenges of Microbiota Regulation in Baijiu Brewing.

The traditional Chinese Baijiu brewing process utilizes natural inoculation and open fermentation. The microbial composition and abundance in the microecology of Baijiu brewing often exhibit unstable characteristics, which directly results in fluctuations in Baijiu quality. The microbiota plays a crucial role in determining the quality of Baijiu.

Differential Characteristics of the Metabolic Profiles and Microbial Community between Superior and Normal Grades of .

(NXDQ), as a saccharification and fermentation agent, directly affects the flavor and yield of fresh (NXBJ). The difference in fermentation temperature owing to the artificial turning operation leads to the formation of superior (S) and normal (N) grades of NXDQ. Here, aiming to explore the discriminant characteristics of two grades of NXDQ, we studied the physicochemical properties, volatile compounds and microbial communities using HS-SPME-GC/MS and high-throughput sequencing technology.

[Advancements in the diagnosis and treatment of pediatric acute liver failure].

Pediatric acute liver failure (PALF) is a rare and rapidly progressive clinical syndrome with a poor prognosis and significant mortality. The etiology of PALF is complex, and it presents with diverse and atypical clinical manifestations. Accurate diagnosis based on age-related factors, early recognition or prevention of hepatic encephalopathy, and precise supportive treatment targeting the underlying cause are crucial for improving outcomes and prognosis.

Revealing the Antiperspirant Components of Floating Wheat and Their Mechanisms of Action through Metabolomics and Network Pharmacology.

Floating wheat is a classical herbal with potential efficacy in the treatment of hyperhidrosis. Aiming at revealing the main components and potential mechanisms of floating wheat, a comprehensive and unique phytopharmacology profile study was carried out. First, common wheat was used as a control to look for chemical markers of floating wheat.

Mitochondrial-Targeted CS@KET/P780 Nanoplatform for Site-Specific Delivery and High-Efficiency Cancer Immunotherapy in Hepatocellular Carcinoma.

Hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC) is a form of malignancy with limited curative options available. To improve therapeutic outcomes, it is imperative to develop novel, potent therapeutic modalities. Ketoconazole (KET) has shown excellent therapeutic efficacy against HCC by eliciting apoptosis.

HSPA8 Activates Wnt/β-Catenin Signaling to Facilitate BRAF V600E Colorectal Cancer Progression by CMA-Mediated CAV1 Degradation.

BRAF V600E attracts wide attention in the treatment of colorectal cancer (CRC) as stratifying and predicting a refractory classification of CRC. Recent evidence indicates that Wnt/β-catenin signaling is broadly activated and participates in the refractoriness of BRAF V600E CRC, but the underlying molecular mechanism needs to be elucidated. Here, heat shock 70 kDa protein 8 (HSPA8), an essential regulator in chaperone-mediated autophagy (CMA), is identified as a potential therapeutic target for advanced BRAF V600E CRC.

Effects of different strains fermentation on nutritional functional components and flavor compounds of sweet potato slurry.

In this paper, we study the effect of microbial fermentation on the nutrient composition and flavor of sweet potato slurry, different strains of , and were employed to ferment sweet potato slurry. After 48 h of fermentation with different strains (10% inoculation amount), we compared the effects of several strains on the nutritional and functional constituents (protein, soluble dietary fiber, organic acid, soluble sugar, total polyphenol, free amino acid, and sensory characteristics). The results demonstrated that the total sugar level of sweet potato slurry fell significantly after fermentation by various strains, indicating that these strains can utilize the nutritious components of sweet potato slurry for fermentation.