Publications by authors named "Quan Mo"

Thiram, one of the most widely used dithiocarbamate fungicides, has turned out to be a very potent cellular metabolic homeostasis disruptor through the induction of endoplasmic reticulum (ER) stress. The present study examines the mechanistic foundation of thiram-induced tibial dyschondroplasia in birds, emphasizing ER stress and inter-organ crosstalk. According to our findings, thiram caused impairment in the function of hepatocytes, as well as inducing an inflammatory cascade of signals in the tibial growth plate and liver tissues.

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The emergence of recombinant (LSDV) strains in Asia has led to outbreaks marked by severe skin nodules, high transmissibility, and transboundary spread, resulting in significant economic losses to cattle industries in China and neighboring countries. The Qinghai-Tibet Plateau, historically a natural barrier against viral incursions, has recently experienced increasing LSDV cases in yaks (). Current study elucidates the threat posed by recombinant LSDV strains to yaks through clinical, pathological, and molecular analyses.

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Feline gastrointestinal eosinophilic sclerosing fibrosis (FGESF) is a rare condition mainly affecting middle-aged cats. It is characterized by inflammatory fibrous masses in the gastrointestinal tract. In this case study, we present the case of a 5-year-old neutered Ragdoll cat who experienced chronic constipation, weight loss, and anorexia.

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Acute hepatic injury is a severe condition that is always accompanied by oxidative stress and inflammation, seriously threatening the health of the host. Probiotics have been shown to be involved in the regulation of antioxidant system and gut microbiota activity, but studies on the effects of yak derived () on acute liver injury and oxidative stress remain scarce. Here, we aim to explore the ameliorative effects of isolated from yaks on oxidative stress and hepatic injury caused by D-galactose, as well as the underlying processes.

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Thiram, a broadly used dithiocarbamate fungicide, exaggerates endoplasmic reticulum (ER) stress and interferes with mitochondrial function, thus disrupting cellular homeostasis. Here, we intend to identify the molecular actions of thiram at the mitochondrial-associated ER membranes (MAMs) that lead to the induction of ER stress and mitochondrial calcium overload in both liver and bone tissues. Taken together, we show that thiram-induced remodelling of MAMs leads to huge ER stress and calcium dysregulation.

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Ulcerative colitis (UC) is a chronic and progressive inflammatory gastrointestinal disease closely associated with gut microbiota dysbiosis and metabolic homeostasis disruption. Although targeted microbial therapies are an emerging intervention strategy for inflammatory bowel disease (IBD), the mechanisms by which specific probiotics, such as 016 (LF), alleviate UC remain unclear. The current study evaluated the effects of LF supplementation on gut health in a basal model using C57BL/6 mice.

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Pasturella multocida (P. multocida), a gram-negative bacterium, has long been a focus of interest in animal health because of its capacity to cause different infections, including hemorrhagic septicemia. Yaks, primarily found in high-altitude environments, are among the several livestock animals affected by these bacteria.

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The role of SLC3A2, a gene implicated in disulfidptosis, has not been characterized in gliomas. This study aims to clarify the prognostic value of SLC3A2 and its influence on glioma. We evaluated the expression of SLC3A2 and its prognostic importance in gliomas using publicly accessible databases and our clinical glioma samples and with reliance on Meta and Cox regression analysis approaches.

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Diarrhea-induced mortality among juvenile yaks is highly prevalent in the pastoral areas of the Qinghai-Tibet plateau. Although numerous diseases have been linked to the gut microbial community, little is known about how diarrhea affects the gut microbiota in yaks. In this work, we investigated and compared changes in the gut microbiota of juvenile yaks with diarrhea.

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Thiram is a member of the dithiocarbamate family and is widely used in agriculture, especially in low-income countries. Its residues lead to various diseases, among which tibial dyschondroplasia (TD) in broiler chickens is the most common. Recent studies have also demonstrated that thiram residues may harm human health.

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Thiram, a commonly used agricultural insecticide and fungicide, has been found to cause tibial dyschondroplasia (TD) in broilers, leading to substantial economic losses in the poultry industry. In this study, we aimed to investigate the mechanism of action of leucine in mitigating thiram-induced TD and leucine effects on gut microbial diversity. Broiler chickens were randomly divided into five equal groups: control group (standard diet), thiram-induced group (thiram 80 mg/kg from day 3 to day 7), and different concentrations of leucine groups (0.

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  • The Bcl-2 protein is crucial for regulating programmed cell death, but its expression in chondrocytes and its role in related disorders is not yet fully understood, prompting interest in Chlorogenic acid (CGA) as a potential therapeutic agent.
  • In experiments, researchers observed that reducing Bcl-2 levels led to increased cell death and dysfunction, while enhancing Bcl-2 expression decreased these effects, highlighting its importance in apoptosis and inflammation pathways in chondrocytes.
  • CGA treatment was found to mitigate the negative effects of decreased Bcl-2, promoting cell proliferation by preventing the release of pro-apoptotic factors and ultimately improving chondrocyte health.
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Precise coupling of two fundamental mechanisms, chondrogenesis and osteogenesis via angiogenesis, plays a crucial role during rapid proliferation of growth plates, and alteration in their balance might lead to pathogenic conditions. Tibial dyschondroplasia (TD) is characterized by an avascular, non-mineralized, jade-white "cartilaginous wedge" with impaired endochondral ossification and chondrocyte proliferation at the proximal end of a tibial bone in rapidly growing poultry birds. Developing vascular structures are dynamic with cartilage growth and are regulated through homeostatic balance among pro and anti-angiogenic proteins and cytokines.

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The mechanical-double enzyme method was used in the current study to isolate and culture primary chondrocytes from the chicken growth plates. The feasibility and practicability of the approach were determined by using trypan blue staining, toluidine blue staining, PCR, and flow cytometry. The immunofluorescence assay was also used to effectively identify chondrocytes, demonstrating the expression of chondrocyte-specific secreted products (Col-II and Aggrecan).

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Avian tibial dyschondroplasia (TD) is a skeletal disease affecting fast growing chickens, resulting in non-mineralized avascular cartilage. This metabolic disorder is characterized by lameness and reduced growth performance causing economic losses. The aim of this study was to investigate the protective effects of baicalin against TD caused by thiram exposure.

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Tibial dyschondroplasia (TD) is a developmental cartilaginous disease due to thiram toxicity. The abnormity of chondrocytes and insufficient angiogenesis within the growth plate are the major factors leading to the occurrence of TD in most cases. In the current study, we evaluated the beneficial effects of ginsenoside (Rg1) against thiram-induced TD for knowing the possible underlying mechanisms in broiler chickens through in vivo and in vitro assessment.

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  • Pesticide thiram is linked to tibial dyschondroplasia (TD) in birds, but its exact mechanism is unclear until now.
  • Multi-omics analysis shows that thiram disrupts glucose metabolism and causes hyperglycemia, leading to excessive extracellular matrix (ECM) remodeling and TD development in broilers.
  • The study identifies a connection between thiram exposure, insulin secretion issues, and gut health, revealing important toxicological implications for pesticide safety and agricultural policy.
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  • Thiram is a widely used dithiocarbamate pesticide that acts as a fungicide but poses health risks to humans and animals, particularly through long-term exposure.
  • The study explored the effects of thiram on cardiac health in broilers, revealing significant damage to myocardial tissues, increased inflammatory factors, and reduced anti-inflammatory responses.
  • Key findings indicate that thiram leads to oxidative stress and cardiomyocyte apoptosis by disrupting specific metabolic pathways and triggering the Nrf2 signaling pathway, highlighting its cardiotoxic potential.
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Thiram is a dithiocarbamate pesticide widely used in agriculture as a fungicide for storing grains to prevent fungal diseases. However, its residues have threatened the safety of human beings and the stability of the ecosystem by causing different disease conditions, e.g.

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  • Tibial dyschondroplasia involves conditions that lead to the destruction of chondrocytes, driven by apoptotic and inflammasome-related processes.
  • Inflammasomes play a key role in processing inflammatory cytokines, and recent studies show that molecules involved in programmed cell death also influence inflammasome activation.
  • The review highlights advancements in understanding these pathways, emphasizes the need for more research, and suggests potential for new treatments for tibial dyschondroplasia and related bone disorders like osteoporosis and osteoarthritis.
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Background: Apoptosis is thought to be involved in all processes, including normal cell cycle, immune system, atrophy, embryonic development, and chemical-induced cellular damage. However, if the normal apoptotic process fails, the results might be disastrous, e.g.

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  • Tibial dyschondroplasia (TD) is a disease affecting growth plate chondrocytes, often linked to thiram, a pesticide widely used in agriculture.
  • Recent studies indicate that the NLRP3 inflammasome plays a significant role in various diseases caused by environmental toxins, yet its specific impact on TD, particularly in relation to chlorogenic acid (CGA), is not fully understood.
  • Research shows that in thiram-induced TD, mechanisms like Bax/Bak activation and the regulation of apoptosis through proteins like Bcl-2 are crucial, suggesting that targeting the NLRP3 inflammasome could provide new treatment avenues for this condition.
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Thiram causes tibial dyschondroplasia in broilers, leading to a significant economic loss in the poultry industry. Our study explored the effects of taurine in thiram induced tibial dyschondroplasia (TD) through in vivo and in vitro approches. In in vivo study, thiram resulted in lameness disorder, low production parameters ALP, ACP, and a high level of NOS.

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Lactobacillus fermentum (L. fermentum) YLF016 is a well-characterized probiotic with several favorable characteristics. This study aimed to analyze the probiotic characteristics of L.

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