98%
921
2 minutes
20
Magnesium is a ubiquitous element in the natural environment and plays an indispensable role in various biological processes in living organisms. This review focuses on the diverse functions of magnesium ions (Mg) in living cells, particularly emphasizing their role in the immune and cardiovascular systems. We discuss how Mg regulates key cellular processes, including enzyme catalysis, cellular signaling and nucleic acid structural stabilization, and explore the adverse effects of magnesium imbalance, which has been associated with numerous diseases ranging from cardiovascular to neurological disorders. Given these critical functions, accurate measurement of Mg is essential. Thus, we also summarize a variety of analytical techniques for Mg, ranging from traditional methods like atomic absorption spectrometry and electrochemical sensors to emerging approaches, such as fluorescent probe methods and X-ray fluorescence strategies. Bringing together recent advances in Mg detection with a deeper understanding of its biological role, this review aims to promote the systematic integration of Mg research in biomedical and clinical practice, in particular in the field of disease diagnosis and treatment.
Download full-text PDF |
Source |
---|---|
http://dx.doi.org/10.1039/d5an00425j | DOI Listing |
ACS Nano
September 2025
Guangzhou Key Laboratory of Spine Disease Prevention and Treatment, Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Guangdong Provincial Key Laboratory of Major Obstetric Diseases, Guangdong Provincial Clinical Research Center for Obstetrics and Gynecology, The Third Affiliated Hospital, Guangzhou Medical Univer
Osteoporotic fractures are notoriously difficult to heal due to an imbalance between osteoblasts and osteoclasts. Current treatments often have limited efficacy or adverse side effects, necessitating safer and more effective solutions. Here, we developed an injectable plant-derived phosphate coordination compound-based adhesive hydrogel (MgPA-Gel) to restore bone homeostasis by integrating magnesium ions (Mg)-phytic acid (PA) nanoparticles with aminated gelatin (Gel-NH) and aldehydated starch (AS).
View Article and Find Full Text PDFJ Environ Manage
September 2025
Interdisciplinary Research Center for Construction and Building Materials, Department of Materials Science and Engineering, King Fahd University of Petroleum & Minerals, Dhahran, Saudi Arabia.
The disposal of municipal solid waste incineration fly ashes (MSWI-FA) is complicated by soluble chlorides, which increase the risk of heavy metals (HMs) leaching toxicity and hinder the further use of remediated MSWI-FA. In this study, the self-assembly potentiality of magnesium oxychloride cement (MOC) in geopolymerization was explored and utilized to enhance the solidification/stabilization (S/S) of the MSWI-FA. The MOC-self-assembled geopolymerization kinetics can be suitably described by the JMAK model.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFArch Physiol Biochem
September 2025
Department of Gastroenterology, The First Affiliated Hospital of Ningbo University, Ningbo, Zhejiang Province, China.
Background: Colorectal cancer (CRC) is a highly prevalent and fatal malignancy worldwide. Despite advancements in early screening techniques and treatments, the prognosis for patients remains suboptimal. Studies have shown that metal ions play crucial roles in the occurrence, progression, and treatment of CRC.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFJ Phys Chem Lett
September 2025
Université Paris-Saclay, CEA Saclay, CNRS, NIMBE, UMR 3685, LIONS, 91191 Gif-Sur-Yvette CEDEX, France.
The effect of adding Na and Mg metal ions on soft X-ray induced photochemistry (SXIP) is investigated. To that aim, the soft X-ray beam of the METROLOGIE beamline at the SOLEIL synchrotron was extracted through air to irradiate solutions circulating in a microfluidic cell. Benzoate was used as a sensitive profluorescent probe for hydroxyl radicals.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFBiology (Basel)
August 2025
Key Laboratory of Mariculture & Stock Enhancement in North China's Sea, Ministry of Agriculture, Dalian Ocean University, Dalian 116023, China.
This study examined the effects of calcium, magnesium, and potassium ion concentrations on through seven experimental rearing groups: two calcium ion levels (550 mg/L and 733 mg/L), two magnesium ion levels (1727 mg/L and 2302 mg/L), two potassium ion levels (533 mg/L and 710 mg/L), and a control. After 45 days of cultivation, 733 mg/L of calcium ions significantly reduced the survival rate, while 550 mg/L of calcium ions had no significant adverse effects on survival, growth (SGR), the feed conversion ratio (FCR), gonad colour, or immune enzyme activity, and it significantly increased the gonad index (GI). Meanwhile, 2302 mg/L of magnesium ions caused 100% mortality within 2 days, and 1727 mg/L of magnesium ions significantly reduced the survival rate and SGR while increasing the FCR.
View Article and Find Full Text PDF