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Fang X, Zhang Y, Huang X, Miao R, Zhang Y, Tian J. Gut microbiome research: Revealing the pathological mechanisms and treatment strategies of type 2 diabetes. Diabetes Obes Metab 2025. [PMID: 40230225 DOI: 10.1111/dom.16387] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/21/2025] [Revised: 03/19/2025] [Accepted: 03/23/2025] [Indexed: 04/16/2025]
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The high prevalence and disability rate of type 2 diabetes (T2D) caused a huge social burden to the world. Currently, new mechanisms and therapeutic approaches that may affect this disease are being sought. With in-depth research on the pathogenesis of T2D and growing advances in microbiome sequencing technology, the association between T2D and gut microbiota has been confirmed. The gut microbiota participates in the regulation of inflammation, intestinal permeability, short-chain fatty acid metabolism, branched-chain amino acid metabolism and bile acid metabolism, thereby affecting host glucose and lipid metabolism. Interventions focusing on the gut microbiota are gaining traction as a promising approach to T2D management. For example, dietary intervention, prebiotics and probiotics, faecal microbiota transplant and phage therapy. Meticulous experimental design and choice of analytical methods are crucial for obtaining accurate and meaningful results from microbiome studies. How to design gut microbiome research in T2D and choose different machine learning methods for data analysis are extremely critical to achieve personalized precision medicine.
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- Xinyi Fang
- Institute of Metabolic Diseases, Guang'anmen Hospital, China Academy of Chinese Medical Sciences, Beijing, China
- Graduate College, Beijing University of Chinese Medicine, Beijing, China
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- Institute of Metabolic Diseases, Guang'anmen Hospital, China Academy of Chinese Medical Sciences, Beijing, China
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- First Clinical Medical College, Changzhi Medical College, Shanxi, China
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- Institute of Metabolic Diseases, Guang'anmen Hospital, China Academy of Chinese Medical Sciences, Beijing, China
- Graduate College, Beijing University of Chinese Medicine, Beijing, China
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- Institute of Metabolic Diseases, Guang'anmen Hospital, China Academy of Chinese Medical Sciences, Beijing, China
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- Institute of Metabolic Diseases, Guang'anmen Hospital, China Academy of Chinese Medical Sciences, Beijing, China
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Jin X, Gu Y, Song X. Research status of the relationship between microecological imbalance and lung cancer. Front Microbiol 2025; 16:1558379. [PMID: 40130240 PMCID: PMC11931131 DOI: 10.3389/fmicb.2025.1558379] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/10/2025] [Accepted: 02/25/2025] [Indexed: 03/26/2025] Open
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Microecology refers to the ecosystem formed by human and microbial communities in the process of co-evolution, the microecological imbalance is associated with occurrence and development of multiple diseases, including lung cancer. In this review, we detailedly summarized the concept and roles of microecology, the relationship between microecology and human diseases, and related techniques in microecology studies. Importantly, we specially analyzed the correlations between microecology and lung cancer by focusing on gut microbiota, oral microbiota and lower respiratory tract microbiota, and further evaluated the effects of microbiota dysbiosis on chemotherapy and immunotherapy efficacy in lung cancer. At last, we discussed the potential mechanisms by which dysregulated microbiota promotes the genesis and development of lung cancer. Microecology-centered detection and intervention will improve the early diagnosis of lung cancer and provide new targets for the treatment of lung cancer.
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- Xin Jin
- Department of Clinical Pharmacy, Qilu Hospital (Qingdao), Cheeloo College of Medicine, Shandong University, Qingdao, China
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- Department of Respiratory and Critical Care Medicine, Qilu Hospital (Qingdao), Cheeloo College of Medicine, Shandong University, Qingdao, China
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- Department of Respiratory and Critical Care Medicine, Qilu Hospital (Qingdao), Cheeloo College of Medicine, Shandong University, Qingdao, China
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Du W, Na J, Zhong L, Zhang P. Advances in preclinical and clinical studies of oncolytic virus combination therapy. Front Oncol 2025; 15:1545542. [PMID: 39990685 PMCID: PMC11842258 DOI: 10.3389/fonc.2025.1545542] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/15/2024] [Accepted: 01/09/2025] [Indexed: 02/25/2025] Open
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Oncolytic viruses represent a distinct class of viruses that selectively infect and destroy tumor cells while sparing normal cells. Despite their potential, oncolytic viruses encounter several challenges as standalone therapies. Consequently, the combination of oncolytic viruses with other therapeutic modalities has emerged as a prominent research focus. This paper summarizes the tumor-killing mechanisms of oncolytic viruses, explores their integration with radiotherapy, chemotherapy, immune checkpoint inhibitors, CAR-T, and CAR-NK therapies, and provides an overview of related clinical trials. By synthesizing these advancements, this study seeks to offer valuable insights for the clinical translation of oncolytic virus combination therapies.
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- Wenlong Du
- State Key Laboratory of Targeting Oncology, National Center for International Research of Bio-targeting Theranostics, Guangxi Key Laboratory of Bio-targeting Theranostics, Collaborative Innovation Center for Targeting Tumor Diagnosis and Therapy, Guangxi Talent Highland of Major New Drugs Innovation and Development, Guangxi Medical University, Nanning, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Targeting Oncology, National Center for International Research of Bio-targeting Theranostics, Guangxi Key Laboratory of Bio-targeting Theranostics, Collaborative Innovation Center for Targeting Tumor Diagnosis and Therapy, Guangxi Talent Highland of Major New Drugs Innovation and Development, Guangxi Medical University, Nanning, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Targeting Oncology, National Center for International Research of Bio-targeting Theranostics, Guangxi Key Laboratory of Bio-targeting Theranostics, Collaborative Innovation Center for Targeting Tumor Diagnosis and Therapy, Guangxi Talent Highland of Major New Drugs Innovation and Development, Guangxi Medical University, Nanning, China
- Pharmaceutical College, Guangxi Medical University, Nanning, Guangxi, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Targeting Oncology, National Center for International Research of Bio-targeting Theranostics, Guangxi Key Laboratory of Bio-targeting Theranostics, Collaborative Innovation Center for Targeting Tumor Diagnosis and Therapy, Guangxi Talent Highland of Major New Drugs Innovation and Development, Guangxi Medical University, Nanning, China
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Chen X, Chang H, Gao C, Zhu X. Genetic insights into the gut microbiota-duodenal diseases interplay: A Mendelian randomization and Bayesian weighting study. Microb Pathog 2025; 199:107181. [PMID: 39615706 DOI: 10.1016/j.micpath.2024.107181] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/14/2024] [Revised: 11/09/2024] [Accepted: 11/27/2024] [Indexed: 12/08/2024]
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BACKGROUND Many observational studies have shown a close association between gut microbiota and the risk of various duodenal diseases. Therefore, we urgently explore the potential causal relationship between gut microbiota and some duodenal diseases, mainly including duodenal ulcers and duodenitis. METHODS We conducted Mendelian randomization (MR) studies using genetic instrumental variables for gut microbiota from GWAS and duodenal disease datasets. Causal relationships were examined using multiple MR methods with Bonferroni correction. Bayesian Weighted Mendelian Randomization (BWMR) assessed causal relationships, employing ELBO and weighted data. Reverse MR analysis was conducted on microbiota showing significant causal relationships with duodenal diseases. RESULTS Through MR analysis, we identified three gut microbiota that promote the occurrence of duodenal ulcers (family. Coriobacteriaceae: OR = 1.003; 95 % CI = 1.0005-1.0056; p = 0.016, genus.RuminococcaceaeUCG003: OR = 1.006; 95 % CI = 1.002-1.007; p = 0.002, order. Coriobacteriales: OR = 1.003; 95 % CI = 1.0005-1.0056; p = 0.016), one microbiota that inhibits the occurrence of duodenitis (family. Acidaminococcaceae: OR = 0.994; 95 % CI = 0.988-0.999; p = 0.046), and one microbiota that promotes the occurrence of duodenitis (genus.Eubacteriumcoprostanoligenesgroup: OR = 1.006; 95 % CI = 1.0005-1.013; p = 0.033). Further confirmation of the occurrence of duodenal ulcers and the production of family.Coriobacteriaceae and order.Coriobacteriales microbiota was obtained through reverse MR analysis, indicating that the occurrence of duodenal ulcers also promotes the growth of these microbiota. CONCLUSION Our study employs Mendelian randomization techniques to demonstrate a causal relationship between specific gut microbiota and duodenal ulcers and duodenitis. Additionally, our analysis suggests that duodenal ulcer occurrence promotes the growth of certain microbiota, emphasizing the intricate interplay between gut microbiota composition and these diseases.
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- Xuehui Chen
- The Second Affiliated Hospital, School of Ocean and Tropical Medicine, Guangdong Medical University, Zhanjiang, China
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- Department of Pathology, Qingdao Third People's Hospital, Qingdao, China
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- Department of Endoscopy Center, Zibo Central Hospital, Zibo, China
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- The Second Affiliated Hospital, School of Ocean and Tropical Medicine, Guangdong Medical University, Zhanjiang, China.
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Wang L, Gan D, Guo W, Zhu Y, Zhang M, Zhou A, Chen G, Wu W. Alteration of the gut microbiota changes during the one-year Antarctic deployment in a group of Chinese Han population. BMC Microbiol 2024; 24:427. [PMID: 39443844 PMCID: PMC11515739 DOI: 10.1186/s12866-024-03569-x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/06/2024] [Accepted: 10/07/2024] [Indexed: 10/25/2024] Open
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BACKGROUND It is common knowledge that people's intestinal microbiota is significantly influenced by the external environment. Although the Antarctic continent has been discovered for nearly 200 years, it is still unclear how this environment affects the human intestinal microbiota, especially that of the Chinese Han population. METHODS Twelve explorers underwent a one-year Antarctic deployment from December 2017 to December 2018. The gut microbiota and clinical indexes at five time points, including two months (T1), five months (T2), eight months (T3), 11 months (T4) of residence in Antarctica and 7 months after returning to China (T5), were investigated. RESULTS The intestinal microbiota of the participants was changed after one-year Antarctic deployment even after they left Antarctica. For the microbiota tested after returning to China (T5), the amount of Citrobacter, Akkermansia and conditional pathogens such as Escherichia-Shigella increased significantly (P < 0.05). The concentration of the major biochemical indicators in the serum exhibited an increasing trend before T3, and decreased significantly at T4. When tested again at T5, most of the serum concentrations increased, only 5-hydroxytryptamine was significantly decreased. Spearman correlation analysis showed the change in the relative abundance of Anaerotruncus was negatively associated with the changes in the concentration of total thyroxine, alanine transaminase, γ-glutamyl transpeptidase, serum cystatin C and apolipoprotein A1. The relative abundance change in Citrobacter was positively associated with the change in the concentration of uric acid. CONCLUSION By objectively analyzing the influence of the Antarctic environment on the change of intestinal microbiota, we were able to provide theoretical support for subsequent Antarctic related research.
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- Lili Wang
- Department of Laboratory Medicine, Shanghai East Hospital, Tongji University School of Medicine, Shanghai, China
- Department of Laboratory Medicine, Zhoushan Women and Children Hospital, Zhoushan, China
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- Department of Emergency Surgery, Shanghai East Hospital, Tongji University School of Medicine, Shanghai, China
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- Department of Laboratory Medicine, Shanghai East Hospital, Tongji University School of Medicine, Shanghai, China
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- Department of Laboratory Medicine, Shanghai East Hospital, Tongji University School of Medicine, Shanghai, China
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- Department of Laboratory Medicine, Shanghai East Hospital, Tongji University School of Medicine, Shanghai, China
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- Department of Laboratory Medicine, Shanghai East Hospital, Tongji University School of Medicine, Shanghai, China.
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- Department of Emergency Surgery, Shanghai East Hospital, Tongji University School of Medicine, Shanghai, China.
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- Department of Laboratory Medicine, Shanghai East Hospital, Tongji University School of Medicine, Shanghai, China.
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Wang Y, Wang L, Li D, Chen Z, Luo Y, Zhou J, Luo B, Yan R, Liu H, Wang L. Advancements in the Impact of Insect Gut Microbiota on Host Feeding Behaviors. Genes (Basel) 2024; 15:1320. [PMID: 39457444 PMCID: PMC11507998 DOI: 10.3390/genes15101320] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/29/2024] [Revised: 10/06/2024] [Accepted: 10/12/2024] [Indexed: 10/28/2024] Open
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With the application and development of high-throughput sequencing technology, the structure and function of insect gut microbiota have been analysed, which lays a foundation for further exploring the intricate relationships between gut microbiota and host feeding behaviour. The microbial community in the insect gut, as an important ecological factor, affects the host's food selection and nutritional metabolic processes through various mechanisms, which play a key role in population dynamics and ecosystems. The implications of these interactions are profound, affecting agricultural practices, biodiversity, and the broader environment, such as pollination and pest control. In-depth exploration of the molecular mechanism of the interaction between gut microbiota and hosts contributes to the grasp of insect biology and evolution and offers novel avenues for manipulating insect behaviour for practical applications in agriculture and environmental management. This paper focuses on the possible mechanisms of insect gut microbiota regulating host feeding behaviour. It inspires further research on the interaction between gut microbiota and insects affecting host behaviour.
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- Yikang Wang
- Department of Parasitology, Zunyi Medical University, Zunyi 563000, China; (Y.W.); (L.W.); (D.L.); (Z.C.); (Y.L.); (J.Z.); (B.L.); (R.Y.)
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- Department of Parasitology, Zunyi Medical University, Zunyi 563000, China; (Y.W.); (L.W.); (D.L.); (Z.C.); (Y.L.); (J.Z.); (B.L.); (R.Y.)
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- Department of Parasitology, Zunyi Medical University, Zunyi 563000, China; (Y.W.); (L.W.); (D.L.); (Z.C.); (Y.L.); (J.Z.); (B.L.); (R.Y.)
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- Department of Parasitology, Zunyi Medical University, Zunyi 563000, China; (Y.W.); (L.W.); (D.L.); (Z.C.); (Y.L.); (J.Z.); (B.L.); (R.Y.)
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- Department of Parasitology, Zunyi Medical University, Zunyi 563000, China; (Y.W.); (L.W.); (D.L.); (Z.C.); (Y.L.); (J.Z.); (B.L.); (R.Y.)
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- Department of Parasitology, Zunyi Medical University, Zunyi 563000, China; (Y.W.); (L.W.); (D.L.); (Z.C.); (Y.L.); (J.Z.); (B.L.); (R.Y.)
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- Department of Parasitology, Zunyi Medical University, Zunyi 563000, China; (Y.W.); (L.W.); (D.L.); (Z.C.); (Y.L.); (J.Z.); (B.L.); (R.Y.)
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- Department of Parasitology, Zunyi Medical University, Zunyi 563000, China; (Y.W.); (L.W.); (D.L.); (Z.C.); (Y.L.); (J.Z.); (B.L.); (R.Y.)
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- Department of Parasitology, Zunyi Medical University, Zunyi 563000, China; (Y.W.); (L.W.); (D.L.); (Z.C.); (Y.L.); (J.Z.); (B.L.); (R.Y.)
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- Department of Parasitology, Zunyi Medical University, Zunyi 563000, China; (Y.W.); (L.W.); (D.L.); (Z.C.); (Y.L.); (J.Z.); (B.L.); (R.Y.)
- NHC Key Laboratory of Parasite and Vector Biology, National Institute of Parasitic Diseases, Chinese Center for Diseases Control and Prevention, Shanghai 200025, China
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Wang H, Zheng Y, Yang M, Wang L, Xu Y, You S, Mao N, Fan J, Ren S. Gut microecology: effective targets for natural products to modulate uric acid metabolism. Front Pharmacol 2024; 15:1446776. [PMID: 39263572 PMCID: PMC11387183 DOI: 10.3389/fphar.2024.1446776] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/10/2024] [Accepted: 08/19/2024] [Indexed: 09/13/2024] Open
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Gut microecology,the complex community consisting of microorganisms and their microenvironments in the gastrointestinal tract, plays a vital role in maintaining overall health and regulating various physiological and pathological processes. Recent studies have highlighted the significant impact of gut microecology on the regulation of uric acid metabolism. Natural products, including monomers, extracts, and traditional Chinese medicine formulations derived from natural sources such as plants, animals, and microorganisms, have also been investigated for their potential role in modulating uric acid metabolism. According to research, The stability of gut microecology is a crucial link for natural products to maintain healthy uric acid metabolism and reduce hyperuricemia-related diseases. Herein, we review the recent advanced evidence revealing the bidirectional regulation between gut microecology and uric acid metabolism. And separately summarize the key evidence of natural extracts and herbal formulations in regulating both aspects. In addition,we elucidated the important mechanisms of natural products in regulating uric acid metabolism and secondary diseases through gut microecology, especially by modulating the composition of gut microbiota, gut mucosal barrier, inflammatory response, purine catalyzation, and associated transporters. This review may offer a novel insight into uric acid and its associated disorders management and highlight a perspective for exploring its potential therapeutic drugs from natural products.
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- Hui Wang
- Chengdu University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Chengdu, China
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- Chengdu University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Chengdu, China
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- Chengdu University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Chengdu, China
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- Chengdu University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Chengdu, China
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- Chengdu Medical College, Chengdu, China
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- Chengdu Medical College, Chengdu, China
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- Chengdu Medical College, Chengdu, China
- Department of Nephrology, First Affiliated Hospital of Chengdu Medical College, Chengdu, China
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- Chengdu Medical College, Chengdu, China
- Department of Nephrology, First Affiliated Hospital of Chengdu Medical College, Chengdu, China
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- Chengdu Medical College, Chengdu, China
- Department of Nephrology, First Affiliated Hospital of Chengdu Medical College, Chengdu, China
- TCM Preventative Treatment Research Center of Chengdu Medical College, Chengdu, China
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Husien HM, Rehman SU, Duan Z, Wang M. Effect of Moringa oleifera leaf polysaccharide on the composition of intestinal microbiota in mice with dextran sulfate sodium-induced ulcerative colitis. Front Nutr 2024; 11:1409026. [PMID: 38765820 PMCID: PMC11099247 DOI: 10.3389/fnut.2024.1409026] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/29/2024] [Accepted: 04/18/2024] [Indexed: 05/22/2024] Open
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Moringa oleifera (M. oleifera) is a natural plant that has excellent nutritional and medicinal potential. M. oleifera leaves (MOL) contain several bioactive compounds. The aim of this study was to evaluate the potential effect of MOL polysaccharide (MOLP) on intestinal flora in dextran sulfate sodium (DSS)-induced ulcerative colitis (UC) mice. DSS-induced colitis was deemed to be a well-characterized experimental colitis model for investigating the protective effect of drugs on UC. In this study, we stimulated the experimental mice with DSS 4% for 7 days and prepared the high dose of MOLP (MOLP-H) in order to evaluate its effect on intestinal flora in DSS-induced UC mice, comparing three experimental groups, including the control, DSS model, and DSS + MOLP-H (100 mg/kg/day). At the end of the experiment, feces were collected, and the changes in intestinal flora in DSS-induced mice were analyzed based on 16S rDNA high throughput sequencing technology. The results showed that the Shannon, Simpson, and observed species indices of abundance decreased in the DSS group compared with the control group. However, the indices mentioned above were increased in the MOLP-H group. According to beta diversity analysis, the DSS group showed low bacterial diversity and the distance between the control and MOLP-H groups, respectively. In addition, compared with the control group, the relative abundance of Firmicutes in the DSS group decreased and the abundance of Helicobacter increased, while MOLP-H treatment improves intestinal health by enhancing the number of beneficial organisms, including Firmicutes, while reducing the number of pathogenic organisms, such as Helicobacter. In conclusion, these findings suggest that MOLP-H may be a viable prebiotic with health-promoting properties.
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- Hosameldeen Mohamed Husien
- Laboratory of Metabolic Manipulation of Herbivorous Animal Nutrition, College of Animal Science and Technology, Yangzhou University, Yangzhou, China
- College of Veterinary Medicine, Albutana University, Rufaa, Sudan
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- Laboratory of Metabolic Manipulation of Herbivorous Animal Nutrition, College of Animal Science and Technology, Yangzhou University, Yangzhou, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Sheep Genetic Improvement and Healthy Production, Xinjiang Academy of Agricultural Reclamation Sciences, Shihezi, China
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- Laboratory of Metabolic Manipulation of Herbivorous Animal Nutrition, College of Animal Science and Technology, Yangzhou University, Yangzhou, China
- State Key Laboratory of Sheep Genetic Improvement and Healthy Production, Xinjiang Academy of Agricultural Reclamation Sciences, Shihezi, China
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Yao Y, Ye Y, Chen J, Zhang M, Cai X, Zheng C. Maternal-fetal immunity and recurrent spontaneous abortion. Am J Reprod Immunol 2024; 91:e13859. [PMID: 38722063 DOI: 10.1111/aji.13859] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/21/2023] [Revised: 04/15/2024] [Accepted: 04/18/2024] [Indexed: 06/26/2024] Open
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Recurrent Spontaneous Abortion (RSA) is a common pregnancy complication, that has multifactorial causes, and currently, 40%-50% of cases remain unexplained, referred to as Unexplained RSA (URSA). Due to the elusive etiology and mechanisms, clinical management is exceedingly challenging. In recent years, with the progress in reproductive immunology, a growing body of evidence suggests a relationship between URSA and maternal-fetal immunology, offering hope for the development of tailored treatment strategies. This article provides an immunological perspective on the pathogenesis, diagnosis, and treatment of RSA. On one hand, it comprehensively reviews the immunological mechanisms underlying RSA, including abnormalities in maternal-fetal interface immune tolerance, maternal-fetal interface immune cell function, gut microbiota-mediated immune dysregulation, and vaginal microbiota-mediated immune anomalies. On the other hand, it presents the diagnosis and existing treatment modalities for RSA. This article offers a clear knowledge framework for understanding RSA from an immunological standpoint. In conclusion, while the "layers of the veil" regarding immunological factors in RSA are gradually being unveiled, our current research may only scratch the surface. In terms of immunological etiology, effective diagnostic tools for RSA are currently lacking, and the efficacy and safety of immunotherapies, primarily based on lymphocyte immunotherapy and intravenous immunoglobulin, remain contentious.
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- Yao Yao
- Department of Pharmacy, Women's Hospital, Zhejiang University School of Medicine, Hangzhou, China
- Zhejiang Provincial Clinical Research Center for Obstetrics and Gynecology, Hangzhou, China
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- Department of Pharmacy, Women's Hospital, Zhejiang University School of Medicine, Hangzhou, China
- Zhejiang Provincial Clinical Research Center for Obstetrics and Gynecology, Hangzhou, China
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- School of Pharmacy, Hangzhou Medical College, Hangzhou, China
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- Department of Pharmacy, Women's Hospital, Zhejiang University School of Medicine, Hangzhou, China
- Zhejiang Provincial Clinical Research Center for Obstetrics and Gynecology, Hangzhou, China
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- Department of Pharmacy, Hangzhou First People's Hospital, Hangzhou, China
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- Department of Pharmacy, Women's Hospital, Zhejiang University School of Medicine, Hangzhou, China
- Zhejiang Provincial Clinical Research Center for Obstetrics and Gynecology, Hangzhou, China
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Guo X, Bian X, Li Y, Zhu X, Zhou X. The intricate dance of tumor evolution: Exploring immune escape, tumor migration, drug resistance, and treatment strategies. Biochim Biophys Acta Mol Basis Dis 2024; 1870:167098. [PMID: 38412927 DOI: 10.1016/j.bbadis.2024.167098] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/16/2023] [Revised: 01/14/2024] [Accepted: 02/19/2024] [Indexed: 02/29/2024]
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Recent research has unveiled fascinating insights into the intricate mechanisms governing tumor evolution. These studies have illuminated how tumors adapt and proliferate by exploiting various factors, including immune evasion, resistance to therapeutic drugs, genetic mutations, and their ability to adapt to different environments. Furthermore, investigations into tumor heterogeneity and chromosomal aberrations have revealed the profound complexity that underlies the evolution of cancer. Emerging findings have also underscored the role of viral influences in the development and progression of cancer, introducing an additional layer of complexity to the field of oncology. Tumor evolution is a dynamic and complex process influenced by various factors, including immune evasion, drug resistance, tumor heterogeneity, and viral influences. Understanding these elements is indispensable for developing more effective treatments and advancing cancer therapies. A holistic approach to studying and addressing tumor evolution is crucial in the ongoing battle against cancer. The main goal of this comprehensive review is to explore the intricate relationship between tumor evolution and critical aspects of cancer biology. By delving into this complex interplay, we aim to provide a profound understanding of how tumors evolve, adapt, and respond to treatment strategies. This review underscores the pivotal importance of comprehending tumor evolution in shaping effective approaches to cancer treatment.
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- Xiaojun Guo
- Department of Immunology, School of Medicine, Nantong University, Nantong, China; The Marine Biomedical Research Institute of Guangdong Zhanjiang, School of Ocean and Tropical Medicine, Guangdong Medical University, Zhanjiang, China
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- Department of Immunology, School of Medicine, Nantong University, Nantong, China
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- The Marine Biomedical Research Institute of Guangdong Zhanjiang, School of Ocean and Tropical Medicine, Guangdong Medical University, Zhanjiang, China
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- The Marine Biomedical Research Institute of Guangdong Zhanjiang, School of Ocean and Tropical Medicine, Guangdong Medical University, Zhanjiang, China.
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- Department of Immunology, School of Medicine, Nantong University, Nantong, China.
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Huo J, Li X, Hu X, Lv A. Multi-omics analysis of miRNA-mediated intestinal microflora changes in crucian carp Carassius auratus infected with Rahnella aquatilis. Front Immunol 2024; 15:1335602. [PMID: 38426108 PMCID: PMC10902443 DOI: 10.3389/fimmu.2024.1335602] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/09/2023] [Accepted: 01/19/2024] [Indexed: 03/02/2024] Open
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Infection by an emerging bacterial pathogen Rahnella aquatilis caused enteritis and septicemia in fish. However, the molecular pathogenesis of enteritis induced by R. aquatilis infection and its interacting mechanism of the intestinal microflora associated with microRNA (miRNA) immune regulation in crucian carp Carassius auratus are still unclear. In this study, C. auratus intraperitoneally injected with R. aquatilis KCL-5 was used as an experimental animal model, and the intestinal pathological changes, microflora, and differentially expressed miRNAs (DEMs) were investigated by multi-omics analysis. The significant changes in histopathological features, apoptotic cells, and enzyme activities (e.g., lysozyme (LYS), alkaline phosphatase (AKP), alanine aminotransferase (ALT), aspartate transaminase (AST), and glutathione peroxidase (GSH-Px)) in the intestine were examined after infection. Diversity and composition analysis of the intestinal microflora clearly demonstrated four dominant bacteria: Proteobacteria, Fusobacteria, Bacteroidetes, and Firmicutes. A total of 87 DEMs were significantly screened, and Kyoto Encyclopedia of Genes and Genomes (KEGG) enrichment analyses revealed that the potential target genes were mainly involved in the regulation of lipid, glutathione, cytosine, and purine metabolism, which participated in the local immune response through the intestinal immune network for IgA production, lysosome, and Toll-like receptor (TLR) pathways. Moreover, the expression levels of 11 target genes (e.g., TLR3, MyD88, NF-κB, TGF-β, TNF-α, MHC II, IL-22, LysC, F2, F5, and C3) related to inflammation and immunity were verified by qRT-PCR detection. The correlation analysis indicated that the abundance of intestinal Firmicutes and Proteobacteria was significantly associated with the high local expression of miR-203/NF-κB, miR-129/TNF-α, and miR-205/TGF-β. These findings will help to elucidate the molecular regulation mechanism of the intestinal microflora, inflammation, and immune response-mediated miRNA-target gene axis in cyprinid fish.
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- Jiaxin Huo
- Tianjin Key Lab of Aqua-Ecology and Aquaculture, College of Fisheries, Tianjin Agricultural University, Tianjin, China
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- Tianjin Key Lab of Aqua-Ecology and Aquaculture, College of Fisheries, Tianjin Agricultural University, Tianjin, China
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- Tianjin Key Lab of Aqua-Ecology and Aquaculture, College of Fisheries, Tianjin Agricultural University, Tianjin, China
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- Tianjin Key Lab of Aqua-Ecology and Aquaculture, College of Fisheries, Tianjin Agricultural University, Tianjin, China
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Hu R, Liu Z, Geng Y, Huang Y, Li F, Dong H, Ma W, Song K, Zhang M, Song Y. Gut Microbiota and Critical Metabolites: Potential Target in Preventing Gestational Diabetes Mellitus? Microorganisms 2023; 11:1725. [PMID: 37512897 PMCID: PMC10385493 DOI: 10.3390/microorganisms11071725] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/22/2023] [Revised: 06/24/2023] [Accepted: 06/28/2023] [Indexed: 07/30/2023] Open
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Gestational diabetes mellitus (GDM) is an intractable issue that negatively impacts the quality of pregnancy. The incidence of GDM is on the rise, becoming a major health burden for both mothers and children. However, the specific etiology and pathophysiology of GDM remain unknown. Recently, the importance of gut microbiota and related metabolic molecules has gained prominence. Studies have indicated that women with GDM have significantly distinct gut microbiota and gut metabolites than healthy pregnant women. Given that the metabolic pathways of gut flora and related metabolites have a substantial impact on inflammation, insulin signaling, glucose, and lipid metabolism, and so on, gut microbiota or its metabolites, such as short-chain fatty acids, may play a significant role in both pathogenesis and progression of GDM. Whereas the role of intestinal flora during pregnancy is still in its infancy, this review aims to summarize the effects and mechanisms of gut microbiota and related metabolic molecules involved in GDM, thus providing potential intervention targets.
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- Runan Hu
- Institute of Integrated Traditional Chinese and Western Medicine, Tongji Hospital, Tongji Medical College, Huazhong University of Science and Technology, Wuhan 430030, China
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- Institute of Integrated Traditional Chinese and Western Medicine, Tongji Hospital, Tongji Medical College, Huazhong University of Science and Technology, Wuhan 430030, China
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- Institute of Integrated Traditional Chinese and Western Medicine, Tongji Hospital, Tongji Medical College, Huazhong University of Science and Technology, Wuhan 430030, China
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- Institute of Integrated Traditional Chinese and Western Medicine, Tongji Hospital, Tongji Medical College, Huazhong University of Science and Technology, Wuhan 430030, China
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- Institute of Integrated Traditional Chinese and Western Medicine, Tongji Hospital, Tongji Medical College, Huazhong University of Science and Technology, Wuhan 430030, China
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- Department of Integrated Traditional Chinese and Western Medicine, Tongji Hospital, Tongji Medical College, Huazhong University of Science and Technology, Wuhan 430030, China
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- Department of Integrated Traditional Chinese and Western Medicine, Tongji Hospital, Tongji Medical College, Huazhong University of Science and Technology, Wuhan 430030, China
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- Department of Integrated Traditional Chinese and Western Medicine, Tongji Hospital, Tongji Medical College, Huazhong University of Science and Technology, Wuhan 430030, China
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- Department of Integrated Traditional Chinese and Western Medicine, Tongji Hospital, Tongji Medical College, Huazhong University of Science and Technology, Wuhan 430030, China
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- Institute of Integrated Traditional Chinese and Western Medicine, Tongji Hospital, Tongji Medical College, Huazhong University of Science and Technology, Wuhan 430030, China
- Department of Integrated Traditional Chinese and Western Medicine, Tongji Hospital, Tongji Medical College, Huazhong University of Science and Technology, Wuhan 430030, China
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Zhu X, Fan C, Xiong Z, Chen M, Li Z, Tao T, Liu X. Development and application of oncolytic viruses as the nemesis of tumor cells. Front Microbiol 2023; 14:1188526. [PMID: 37440883 PMCID: PMC10335770 DOI: 10.3389/fmicb.2023.1188526] [Citation(s) in RCA: 9] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/17/2023] [Accepted: 05/18/2023] [Indexed: 07/15/2023] Open
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Viruses and tumors are two pathologies that negatively impact human health, but what occurs when a virus encounters a tumor? A global consensus among cancer patients suggests that surgical resection, chemotherapy, radiotherapy, and other methods are the primary means to combat cancer. However, with the innovation and development of biomedical technology, tumor biotherapy (immunotherapy, molecular targeted therapy, gene therapy, oncolytic virus therapy, etc.) has emerged as an alternative treatment for malignant tumors. Oncolytic viruses possess numerous anti-tumor properties, such as directly lysing tumor cells, activating anti-tumor immune responses, and improving the tumor microenvironment. Compared to traditional immunotherapy, oncolytic virus therapy offers advantages including high killing efficiency, precise targeting, and minimal side effects. Although oncolytic virus (OV) therapy was introduced as a novel approach to tumor treatment in the 19th century, its efficacy was suboptimal, limiting its widespread application. However, since the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approved the first OV therapy drug, T-VEC, in 2015, interest in OV has grown significantly. In recent years, oncolytic virus therapy has shown increasingly promising application prospects and has become a major research focus in the field of cancer treatment. This article reviews the development, classification, and research progress of oncolytic viruses, as well as their mechanisms of action, therapeutic methods, and routes of administration.
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- Xiao Zhu
- Zhejiang Provincial People's Hospital Affiliated to Hangzhou Medical College, Hangzhou Medical College, Hangzhou, China
- The Marine Biomedical Research Institute, Guangdong Medical University, Zhanjiang, China
- Department of Biological and Chemical Sciences, New York Institute of Technology—Manhattan Campus, New York, NY, United States
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- Department of Clinical Medicine, Medicine and Technology, School of Zunyi Medical University, Zunyi, China
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- The Marine Biomedical Research Institute, Guangdong Medical University, Zhanjiang, China
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- The Marine Biomedical Research Institute, Guangdong Medical University, Zhanjiang, China
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- Guangdong Provincial Key Laboratory of Systems Biology and Synthetic Biology for Urogenital Tumors, Shenzhen Key Laboratory of Genitourinary Tumor, Department of Urology, The First Affiliated Hospital of Shenzhen University, Shenzhen Second People's Hospital(Shenzhen Institute of Translational Medicine), Shenzhen, China
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- Department of Gastroenterology, Zibo Central Hospital, Zibo, China
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- Department of Clinical Laboratory, Institute of Translational Medicine, The First Affiliated Hospital of Shenzhen University, Shenzhen Second People’s Hospital, Shenzhen, China
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Yan XX, Wu D. Intestinal microecology-based treatment for inflammatory bowel disease: Progress and prospects. World J Clin Cases 2023; 11:47-56. [PMID: 36687179 PMCID: PMC9846986 DOI: 10.12998/wjcc.v11.i1.47] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/07/2022] [Revised: 11/11/2022] [Accepted: 12/15/2022] [Indexed: 01/04/2023] Open
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Inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) is a chronic, recurrent, and debilitating disorder, and includes Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis. The pathogenesis of IBD is closely associated with intestinal dysbiosis, but has not yet been fully clarified. Genetic and environmental factors can influence IBD patients’ gut microbiota and metabolism, disrupt intestinal barriers, and trigger abnormal immune responses. Studies have reported the alteration of gut microbiota and metabolites in IBD, providing the basis for potential therapeutic options. Intestinal microbiota-based treatments such as pre/probiotics, metabolite supplementation, and fecal microbiota transplantation have been extensively studied, but their clinical efficacy remains controversial. Repairing the intestinal barrier and promoting mucosal healing have also been proposed. We here review the current clinical trials on intestinal microecology and discuss the prospect of research and practice in this field.
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- Xia-Xiao Yan
- Department of Gastroenterology, State Key Laboratory of Complex Severe and Rare Diseases, Peking Union Medical College Hospital, Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences, Peking Union Medical College, Beijing 100730, China
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- Department of Gastroenterology, State Key Laboratory of Complex Severe and Rare Diseases, Peking Union Medical College Hospital, Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences, Peking Union Medical College, Beijing 100730, China
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Marín-Tello C, Jintaridth P, Sanchez F, González C, Zelada-Castillo L, Vásquez-Arqueros A, Guevara-Vásquez A, Vieira A. Epigenetic regulation by metabolites from the gut microbiome. Benef Microbes 2022; 13:437-444. [PMID: 36377583 DOI: 10.3920/bm2022.0006] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/16/2022]
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The gut microbiome can metabolise food components, such as dietary fibres and various phytochemicals; and the microbiome can also synthesise some nutrients, for example B vitamins. The metabolites produced by bacteria and other micro-organisms in the colon can have implications for health and disease risk. Some of these metabolites are epigenetically active, and can contribute to changes in the chemical modification and structure of chromatin by affecting the activity and expression of epigenetically-active enzymes, for example histone deacetylases and DNA methyltransferases. The epigenetic activity of such gut microbiome metabolites is reviewed herein.
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- C Marín-Tello
- Food, Metabolism, and Physiology Laboratory, Facultad de Farmacia y Bioquímica, Universidad Nacional de Trujillo, Trujillo 13008, Perú
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- Department of Tropical Nutrition and Food Science, The Faculty of Tropical Medicine, Mahidol University, 420/6 Rachavithi Road, Rachathevi, Payatai, Bangkok 10400, Thailand
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- Instituto De Educacion Superior Tecnológico Público, 103, Lonya Grande 01556, Perú
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- CITE Agroindustrial Chavimochic, Virú 044, Perú
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- Food, Metabolism, and Physiology Laboratory, Facultad de Farmacia y Bioquímica, Universidad Nacional de Trujillo, Trujillo 13008, Perú
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- Food, Metabolism, and Physiology Laboratory, Facultad de Farmacia y Bioquímica, Universidad Nacional de Trujillo, Trujillo 13008, Perú
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- Food, Metabolism, and Physiology Laboratory, Facultad de Farmacia y Bioquímica, Universidad Nacional de Trujillo, Trujillo 13008, Perú
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- Nutrition and Metabolism Research Laboratory, BPK-9625, Simon Fraser University, 8888 University Drive, Burnaby, British Columbia, V5A 1S6, Canada
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Phage Cocktail Targeting STEC O157:H7 Has Comparable Efficacy and Superior Recovery Compared with Enrofloxacin in an Enteric Murine Model. Microbiol Spectr 2022; 10:e0023222. [PMID: 35536028 PMCID: PMC9241756 DOI: 10.1128/spectrum.00232-22] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/20/2022] Open
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O157:H7 is the most important Shiga toxin-producing Escherichia coli (STEC) serotype in relation to public health. Given that antibiotics may contribute to the exacerbation of STEC-related disease and an increased frequency of antibiotic-resistant strains, bacteriophage (phage) therapy is considered a promising alternative. However, phage therapy targeting enteric pathogens is still underdeveloped with many confounding effects from the microbiota. Here we comprehensively compared the therapeutic efficacy of a phage cocktail with the antibiotic enrofloxacin in a mouse model of STEC O157:H7 EDL933 infection. Enrofloxacin treatment provided 100% survival and the phage cocktail treatment provided 90% survival. However, in terms of mouse recovery, the phage cocktail outperformed enrofloxacin in all measured outcomes. Compared with enrofloxacin treatment, phage treatment led to a faster elimination of enteric pathogens, decreased expression levels of inflammatory markers, increased weight gain, maintenance of a stable relative organ weight, and improved homeostasis of the gut microbiota. These results provide support for the potential of phage therapy to combat enteric pathogens and suggest that phage treatment leads to enhanced recovery of infected mice compared with antibiotics. IMPORTANCE With the increasing severity of antibiotic resistance and other adverse consequences, animal experiments and clinical trials investigating the use of phages for the control and prevention of enteric bacterial infections are growing. However, the effects of phages and antibiotics on organisms when treating intestinal infections have not been precisely studied. Here, we comprehensively compared the therapeutic efficacy of a phage cocktail to the antibiotic enrofloxacin in a mouse model of STEC O157:H7 EDL933 infection. We found that, despite a slightly lower protection rate, phage treatment contributed to a faster recovery of infected mice compared with enrofloxacin. These results highlight the potential benefits of phage therapy to combat enteric infections.
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Chen W, Li C, Liang W, Li Y, Zou Z, Xie Y, Liao Y, Yu L, Lin Q, Huang M, Li Z, Zhu X. The Roles of Optogenetics and Technology in Neurobiology: A Review. Front Aging Neurosci 2022; 14:867863. [PMID: 35517048 PMCID: PMC9063564 DOI: 10.3389/fnagi.2022.867863] [Citation(s) in RCA: 26] [Impact Index Per Article: 8.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/01/2022] [Accepted: 03/21/2022] [Indexed: 01/07/2023] Open
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Optogenetic is a technique that combines optics and genetics to control specific neurons. This technique usually uses adenoviruses that encode photosensitive protein. The adenovirus may concentrate in a specific neural region. By shining light on the target nerve region, the photosensitive protein encoded by the adenovirus is controlled. Photosensitive proteins controlled by light can selectively allow ions inside and outside the cell membrane to pass through, resulting in inhibition or activation effects. Due to the high precision and minimally invasive, optogenetics has achieved good results in many fields, especially in the field of neuron functions and neural circuits. Significant advances have also been made in the study of many clinical diseases. This review focuses on the research of optogenetics in the field of neurobiology. These include how to use optogenetics to control nerve cells, study neural circuits, and treat diseases by changing the state of neurons. We hoped that this review will give a comprehensive understanding of the progress of optogenetics in the field of neurobiology.
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- Wenqing Chen
- Department of Laboratory Medicine, Hangzhou Medical College, Hangzhou, China
- Zhu’s Team, Guangdong Medical University, Zhanjiang, China
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- Department of Biology, Chemistry, Pharmacy, Free University of Berlin, Berlin, Germany
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- Zhu’s Team, Guangdong Medical University, Zhanjiang, China
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- Zhu’s Team, Guangdong Medical University, Zhanjiang, China
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- Zhu’s Team, Guangdong Medical University, Zhanjiang, China
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- Zhu’s Team, Guangdong Medical University, Zhanjiang, China
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- Zhu’s Team, Guangdong Medical University, Zhanjiang, China
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- Zhu’s Team, Guangdong Medical University, Zhanjiang, China
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- Zhu’s Team, Guangdong Medical University, Zhanjiang, China
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- Zhu’s Team, Guangdong Medical University, Zhanjiang, China
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- Guangdong Provincial Key Laboratory of Systems Biology and Synthetic Biology for Urogenital Tumors, Shenzhen Key Laboratory of Genitourinary Tumor, Department of Urology, The First Affiliated Hospital of Shenzhen University, Shenzhen Second People’s Hospital (Shenzhen Institute of Translational Medicine), Shenzhen, China
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- Department of Laboratory Medicine, Hangzhou Medical College, Hangzhou, China
- Zhu’s Team, Guangdong Medical University, Zhanjiang, China
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Yang W, Ansari AR, Niu X, Zou W, Lu M, Dong L, Li F, Chen Y, Yang K, Song H. Interaction between gut microbiota dysbiosis and lung infection as gut-lung axis caused by Streptococcus suis in mouse model. Microbiol Res 2022; 261:127047. [DOI: 10.1016/j.micres.2022.127047] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/05/2021] [Revised: 03/13/2022] [Accepted: 04/17/2022] [Indexed: 02/07/2023]
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Wen Z, Tian H, Liang Y, Guo Y, Deng M, Liu G, Li Y, Liu D, Sun B. Moringa oleifera polysaccharide regulates colonic microbiota and immune repertoire in C57BL/6 mice. Int J Biol Macromol 2022; 198:135-146. [PMID: 34973268 DOI: 10.1016/j.ijbiomac.2021.12.085] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/26/2021] [Revised: 12/08/2021] [Accepted: 12/15/2021] [Indexed: 01/14/2023]
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This study investigated the effects of Moringa oleifera polysaccharide (MOP) on serum immune indices, immune organ indices, colonic microflora and immune repertoire of mice. Forty male SPF C57BL/6 mice were randomly divided into four groups and subjected to gavage of 0, 20, 40 and 60 mg/kg MOP for 28 days. Mice were sacrificed on the last day of the experiment and their thymus, spleen, blood and colon contents were collected for further detection. Our findings suggested that MOP could significantly increase the thymus index (P < 0.01) and spleen index (P < 0.05), and significantly decrease the levels of interleukin-6 and tumour necrosis factor-α in mice (P < 0.05). And MOP could regulate the proportion of colonic microflora of mice, significantly increase the abundance of Muribaculaceae and significantly decrease the abundance values of Proteobacteria, Helicobacter, Stenotrophomonas, etc (P < 0.05). In addition, MOP could regulate the usage frequencies of TRBV15 (P = 0.06) and TRBV9 (P = 0.10) on the TCRα chain and 9 V-J pairs were found to have remarkable usage frequency changes. These results implied that MOP exerted positive effects on the immune performance and intestinal health of mice.
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- Zhiying Wen
- College of Animal Science, South China Agricultural University, Guangzhou 510642, China
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- College of Animal Science, South China Agricultural University, Guangzhou 510642, China
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- College of Animal Science, South China Agricultural University, Guangzhou 510642, China
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- College of Animal Science, South China Agricultural University, Guangzhou 510642, China
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- College of Animal Science, South China Agricultural University, Guangzhou 510642, China
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- College of Animal Science, South China Agricultural University, Guangzhou 510642, China
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- College of Animal Science, South China Agricultural University, Guangzhou 510642, China
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- College of Animal Science, South China Agricultural University, Guangzhou 510642, China
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- College of Animal Science, South China Agricultural University, Guangzhou 510642, China.
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Kumar S, Kumar A. Microbial pathogenesis in inflammatory bowel diseases. Microb Pathog 2022; 163:105383. [PMID: 34974120 DOI: 10.1016/j.micpath.2021.105383] [Citation(s) in RCA: 20] [Impact Index Per Article: 6.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/09/2021] [Revised: 12/23/2021] [Accepted: 12/28/2021] [Indexed: 12/20/2022]
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Inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) is a chronic inflammatory condition of the gastrointestinal system. Previously, it is considered the disease of the western world but now the incidence and prevalence of IBD are increasing globally with urbanization and modernization. Additionally, the major problem is the highest incidence of IBD among children and adolescents. The precise etiology of IBD is unknown and there is no cure for IBD, which is also the reason for increasing the number of cases worldwide. The IBD is a complex interplay of environment, immune system, and microbiota in a genetically susceptible host. Among these factors, the alteration in intestinal microbiota has been detected in IBD patients. The bacterial species associated with IBD include Mycobacterium paratuberculosis, adherent-invasive E. coli (AIEC), Helicobacter pylori, and Campylobacter concisus. Moreover, the efficacy of antibiotics and probiotics further suggests the role of microbes in IBD. However, no study confirmed the bacterial species as a cause of IBD as per Koch's postulates. Thus, still controversies exist regarding the role of microbes in IBD. Therefore, this paper aims to review the current literature to evaluate the role of microbes in IBD that would be a useful inventory of researchers working in this area.
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- Sunil Kumar
- Faculty of Biosciences, Institute of Biosciences and Technology, Shri Ramswaroop Memorial University, Barabanki, Uttar Pradesh, India.
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- Department of Biotechnology, National Institute of Technology, Raipur, Chhattisgarh, India.
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Lauretani F, Longobucco Y, Maggio M. Gut microbiota and motoric-cognitive frailty in hospitalized older persons. Curr Opin Clin Nutr Metab Care 2021; 24:209-215. [PMID: 33587364 DOI: 10.1097/mco.0000000000000739] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/26/2022]
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PURPOSE OF REVIEW In older people, many systems spontaneously change without diseases. Because of the ageing process, the gut microbiota undergoes a reduced species richness, altered balance between species, with an increased interindividual variability. The result is the reduced resilience in the presence of diseases and medications. These changes are more evident in older persons with neurodegenerative diseases and cognitive-motoric frailty. RECENT FINDINGS A relationship between liver alteration, gut microbiota and the presence of viruses and gram-bacteria is conceivable. They determine the acceleration of neurodegenerative diseases with cognitive and motoric frailty. Hospitalization represents one of the stressors for the gut microbiota, producing dysbiosis and increasing the representation of pathobionts. The gut microbiota alterations during hospitalization may be associated with negative clinical outcomes. This phenomenon together with liver dysfunction could produce an acceleration of the trajectory of cognitive-motoric frailty towards disability and mortality. The observation that predisability is associated of both losses of cognition and motoric performance, has allowed introducing a new syndrome, the motoric-cognitive risk syndrome, which is a condition of increased risk of dementia and mobility-disability. SUMMARY The interaction between liver and gut microbiota may accelerate the neurodegenerative diseases and represents a promising marker of prognostic trajectories in older patients.
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- Fulvio Lauretani
- Department of Medicine and Surgery, University of Parma
- Medicine and Geriatric-Rehabilitation Department of Parma, Cognitive and Motor Center, University-Hospital of Parma, Parma, Italy
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- Department of Medicine and Surgery, University of Parma
- Medicine and Geriatric-Rehabilitation Department of Parma, Cognitive and Motor Center, University-Hospital of Parma, Parma, Italy
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- Department of Medicine and Surgery, University of Parma
- Medicine and Geriatric-Rehabilitation Department of Parma, Cognitive and Motor Center, University-Hospital of Parma, Parma, Italy
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Zhang X, Zhong L, Zou Z, Liang G, Tang Z, Li K, Tan S, Huang Y, Zhu X. Clinical and Prognostic Pan-Cancer Analysis of N6-Methyladenosine Regulators in Two Types of Hematological Malignancies: A Retrospective Study Based on TCGA and GTEx Databases. Front Oncol 2021; 11:623170. [PMID: 33816257 PMCID: PMC8015800 DOI: 10.3389/fonc.2021.623170] [Citation(s) in RCA: 11] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/29/2020] [Accepted: 01/29/2021] [Indexed: 12/11/2022] Open
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N6-methyladenosine (m6A) is one of the most active modification factors of mRNA, which is closely related to cell proliferation, differentiation, and tumor development. Here, we explored the relationship between the pathogenesis of hematological malignancies and the clinicopathologic parameters. The datasets of hematological malignancies and controls were obtained from the TCGA [AML (n = 200), DLBCL (n = 48)] and GTEx [whole blood (n = 337), blood vascular artery (n = 606)]. We analyzed the m6A factor expression differences in normal tissue and tumor tissue and their correlations, clustered the express obvious clinical tumor subtypes, determined the tumor risk score, established Cox regression model, performed univariate and multivariate analysis on all datasets. We found that the AML patients with high expression of IGF2BP3, ALKBH5, and IGF2BP2 had poor survival, while the DLBCL patients with high expression of METTL14 had poor survival. In addition, "Total" datasets analysis revealed that IGF2BP1, ALKBH5, IGF2BP2, RBM15, METTL3, and ZNF217 were potential oncogenes for hematologic system tumors. Collectively, the expressions of some m6A regulators are closely related to the occurrence and development of hematologic system tumors, and the intervention of specific regulatory factors may lead to a breakthrough in the treatment in the future.
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- Xiangsheng Zhang
- The Marine Biomedical Research Institute of Guangdong Zhanjiang, Guangdong Medical University, Zhanjiang, China
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- Department of Hematology, Guangdong Provincial People’s Hospital, Guangdong Academy of Medical Sciences, Guangzhou, China
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- The Marine Biomedical Research Institute of Guangdong Zhanjiang, Guangdong Medical University, Zhanjiang, China
- The Marine Biomedical Research Institute of Guangdong Zhanjiang, Zhanjiang, China
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- The Marine Biomedical Research Institute of Guangdong Zhanjiang, Guangdong Medical University, Zhanjiang, China
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- The Marine Biomedical Research Institute of Guangdong Zhanjiang, Guangdong Medical University, Zhanjiang, China
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- The Marine Biomedical Research Institute of Guangdong Zhanjiang, Guangdong Medical University, Zhanjiang, China
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- The Marine Biomedical Research Institute of Guangdong Zhanjiang, Guangdong Medical University, Zhanjiang, China
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- The Marine Biomedical Research Institute of Guangdong Zhanjiang, Guangdong Medical University, Zhanjiang, China
- Southern Marine Science and Engineering Guangdong Laboratory (Zhanjiang), Zhanjiang, China
- The Key Lab of Zhanjiang for R&D Marine Microbial Resources in the Beibu Gulf Rim, Guangdong Medical University, Zhanjiang, China
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- The Marine Biomedical Research Institute of Guangdong Zhanjiang, Guangdong Medical University, Zhanjiang, China
- The Marine Biomedical Research Institute of Guangdong Zhanjiang, Zhanjiang, China
- Southern Marine Science and Engineering Guangdong Laboratory (Zhanjiang), Zhanjiang, China
- The Key Lab of Zhanjiang for R&D Marine Microbial Resources in the Beibu Gulf Rim, Guangdong Medical University, Zhanjiang, China
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How wide is the application of genetic big data in biomedicine. Biomed Pharmacother 2020; 133:111074. [PMID: 33378973 DOI: 10.1016/j.biopha.2020.111074] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/22/2020] [Revised: 11/16/2020] [Accepted: 11/27/2020] [Indexed: 12/17/2022] Open
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In the era of big data, massive genetic data, as a new industry, has quickly swept almost all industries, especially the pharmaceutical industry. As countries around the world start to build their own gene banks, scientists study the data to explore the origins and migration of humans. Moreover, big data encourage the development of cancer therapy and bring good news to cancer patients. Big datum has been involved in the study of many diseases, and it has been found that analyzing diseases at the gene level can lead to more beneficial treatment options than ordinary treatments. This review will introduce the development of extensive data in medical research from the perspective of big data and tumor, neurological and psychiatric diseases, cardiovascular diseases, other applications and the development direction of big data in medicine.
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