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Sattari M, Shahaboddin ME, Akhavan Taheri M, Khalili E, Tabatabaei-Malazy O, Goodarzi G, Samavarchi Tehrani S, Meshkani R, Panahi G. Therapeutic potential of fisetin in hepatic steatosis: Insights into autophagy pathway regulation and endoplasmic reticulum stress alleviation in high-fat diet-fed mice. PLoS One 2025; 20:e0322335. [PMID: 40402993 PMCID: PMC12097571 DOI: 10.1371/journal.pone.0322335] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/27/2024] [Accepted: 03/19/2025] [Indexed: 05/24/2025] Open
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Non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD) is a common condition with limited FDA-approved treatments due to its complex pathogenesis. Metabolic stress-induced lipotoxicity triggers the unfolded protein response, leading to the development of NAFLD through inflammation and apoptosis. Moreover, metabolic dysregulation compromises autophagic capacity, impairing effective ERphagy and lipophagy in the liver. Fisetin (FSN), a flavonoid present in various fruits and vegetables, has demonstrated the ability to regulate the processes mentioned above and possesses a range of biological properties. In this study using a high-fat diet-induced NAFLD mouse model, treatment with FSN at a dosage of 80 mg/kg per day for eight weeks resulted in reduced hepatic lipid accumulation. This effect was mediated by modulating ER stress through enhancing autophagic activity, as indicated by decreased expression of GRP78, elf2a, ATF4, and CHOP genes, along with increased AMPK phosphorylation, decreased mTOR expression, and elevated levels of ULK1, ATG5, and Beclin1. Additionally, there was an increase in the LCII/LC3I ratio and a reduction in p62 levels in hepatic tissue. Our findings suggest that FSN exerts its effects by activating the AMPK/mTOR signaling pathway and its downstream targets, underscoring its potential therapeutic advantages in managing NAFLD by targeting autophagy and ER stress pathways.
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- Mahboobe Sattari
- Department of Clinical Biochemistry, Faculty of Medicine, Tehran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
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- Research Center for Biochemistry and Nutrition in Metabolic Diseases, Institute for Basic Sciences, Kashan University of Medical Sciences, Kashan, Iran
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- Anatomical Sciences Research Center, Institute for Basic Sciences, Kashan University of Medical Sciences, Kashan, Iran
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- Department of Clinical Biochemistry, Faculty of Medicine, Tehran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
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- Non-Communicable Diseases Research Center, Endocrinology and Metabolism Population Sciences Institute, Tehran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
- Endocrinology and Metabolism Research Center, Endocrinology and Metabolism Clinical Sciences Institute, Tehran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
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- Department of Pathobiology and Laboratory Sciences, School of Medicine, North Khorasan University of Medical Sciences, Bojnurd, Iran
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- Endocrine Research Center, Institute of Endocrinology and Metabolism, Iran University of Medical Science, Tehran, Iran
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- Department of Clinical Biochemistry, Faculty of Medicine, Tehran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
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- Department of Clinical Biochemistry, Faculty of Medicine, Tehran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
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Li S, Yu H, Teng H, Zhang L, Li R, Tong H. Sulforaphane Promotes the Skeletal Muscle Postinjury Regeneration by Up-Regulating the Transcription of Prl2c2 through JAK2/STAT3 Signaling. JOURNAL OF AGRICULTURAL AND FOOD CHEMISTRY 2025. [PMID: 40391687 DOI: 10.1021/acs.jafc.5c00480] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 05/22/2025]
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Sulforaphane (SFN), a lipophilic small-molecule compound, can be rapidly and completely absorbed upon entering the body. It has garnered extensive research attention for its potential as an antiaging, anticancer, antidiabetic, and antibacterial agent. However, its role and mechanisms of SFN on skeletal muscle postinjury regeneration have not been reported. This research demonstrated that SFN enhanced the regeneration after skeletal muscle injury and up-regulated the proliferation of mouse C2C12 myoblasts. RNA-transcriptome sequencing data revealed that SFN increased Prl2C2 transcription and JAK/STAT signaling pathway activity. CHIP and dual-luciferase reporter gene assays verified that STAT3 binds to the Prl2C2 promoter and regulates its transcription. Consequently, SFN influenced the JAK2/STAT3 signaling activity. Finally, the transcription of Prl2C2 and the proliferation of mouse C2C12 myoblasts were detected by adding JAK2 inhibitor and SFN. The results showed that the JAK2 inhibitor blocked the up-regulation of SFN on the transcription of Prl2C2 and the proliferation of mouse C2C12 myoblasts. The discovery of this phenomenon and its mechanism offer guidance for treating skeletal muscle injuries and supporting animal nutrition research. SFN shows great potential in muscle repair, and future clinical trials could confirm its safety and efficacy, paving the way for new SFN-based treatments and providing new options for patients.
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- Shuang Li
- Key Laboratory of Animal Cellular and Genetics Engineering of Heilongjiang Province, Northeast Agricultural University, Harbin 150030, China
- Laboratory of Cell and Developmental Biology, Northeast Agricultural University, Harbin 150030, China
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- Key Laboratory of Animal Cellular and Genetics Engineering of Heilongjiang Province, Northeast Agricultural University, Harbin 150030, China
- Laboratory of Cell and Developmental Biology, Northeast Agricultural University, Harbin 150030, China
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- Key Laboratory of Animal Cellular and Genetics Engineering of Heilongjiang Province, Northeast Agricultural University, Harbin 150030, China
- Laboratory of Cell and Developmental Biology, Northeast Agricultural University, Harbin 150030, China
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- Key Laboratory of Animal Cellular and Genetics Engineering of Heilongjiang Province, Northeast Agricultural University, Harbin 150030, China
- Laboratory of Cell and Developmental Biology, Northeast Agricultural University, Harbin 150030, China
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- Laboratory of Plant Secondary Metabolism, Northeast Agricultural University, Harbin 150030, China
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- Key Laboratory of Animal Cellular and Genetics Engineering of Heilongjiang Province, Northeast Agricultural University, Harbin 150030, China
- Laboratory of Cell and Developmental Biology, Northeast Agricultural University, Harbin 150030, China
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Xiong S, Wang Q, Chen Y, Du H, Zhao Y. Leptin limits hepatic lipid accumulation and inflammation via vagal activation of the JAK2-STAT3/AMPK pathway. J Nutr Biochem 2024; 134:109748. [PMID: 39186956 DOI: 10.1016/j.jnutbio.2024.109748] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/31/2024] [Revised: 08/12/2024] [Accepted: 08/23/2024] [Indexed: 08/28/2024]
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Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease (NAFLD) begins with hepatic lipid accumulation, and leptin has antisteatosis properties. In this study, we investigated the effects of leptin on hepatic steatosis and inflammation through the vagal pathway independently of the inhibitory effect of food intake. Male Sprague-Dawley rats were matched for food intake after the high-fat diet (HFD)-induced obesity model and were injected intraperitoneally with leptin or leptin + lidocaine for 6 weeks. Control rats received equal volumes of saline. Adipose tissue mass, NAFLD activity scores (NAS), hepatic inflammatory factors, hepatic triglyceride content and hepatic lipid metabolism-related protein levels were evaluated. Leptin ameliorated HFD-induced hepatic lipid accumulation, improved NAS, and decreased tumor necrosis factor-α (TNF-α), interleukin-6 (IL-6), and monocyte chemotactic protein-1 (MCP-1) levels in the presence of matched intake. Lidocaine decreased the phosphorylation of signal transducer and activator of transcription 3 (p-STAT3) expression in the nucleus tractus solitarius (NTS) and abrogated the leptin-mediated improvement. Leptin increased hypothalamic phosphorylated Janus kinase 2 (p-JAK2) and p-STAT3 expression, as well as the expression of mitochondrial respiratory chain-related genes. Leptin also increased hepatic phosphorylated adenosine 5'-monophosphate-activated protein kinase (p-AMPK) expression and phosphorylation of its downstream target acetyl Co A carboxylase 1 (ACC1), reducing de novo lipogenesis. Our results suggest that leptin ameliorated hepatic lipid accumulation and inflammation by activating the JAK2-STAT3/AMPK pathway through the vagal pathway independently of the inhibitory effect of ingestion. Leptin has the potential to be a drug for early NAFLD treatment.
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- Shichao Xiong
- Department of Nutrition and Food Hygiene, School of Public Health, Key Laboratory of Precision nutrition and health, Ministry of Education, Harbin Medical University, Harbin, Heilongjiang, China
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- Department of Nutrition and Food Hygiene, School of Public Health, Key Laboratory of Precision nutrition and health, Ministry of Education, Harbin Medical University, Harbin, Heilongjiang, China
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- Department of Nutrition and Food Hygiene, School of Public Health, Key Laboratory of Precision nutrition and health, Ministry of Education, Harbin Medical University, Harbin, Heilongjiang, China
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- Department of Nutrition and Food Hygiene, School of Public Health, Key Laboratory of Precision nutrition and health, Ministry of Education, Harbin Medical University, Harbin, Heilongjiang, China
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- Department of Nutrition and Food Hygiene, School of Public Health, Key Laboratory of Precision nutrition and health, Ministry of Education, Harbin Medical University, Harbin, Heilongjiang, China.
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Yan K. Recent advances in the effect of adipose tissue inflammation on insulin resistance. Cell Signal 2024; 120:111229. [PMID: 38763181 DOI: 10.1016/j.cellsig.2024.111229] [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: 04/25/2024] [Revised: 05/13/2024] [Accepted: 05/14/2024] [Indexed: 05/21/2024]
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Obesity is one of the major risk factors for diabetes. Excessive accumulation of fat leads to inflammation of adipose tissue, which can increase the risk of developing diabetes. Obesity-related chronic inflammation can result in anomalies in glucose-lipid metabolism and insulin resistance, and it is a major cause of β-cell dysfunction in diabetes mellitus. Thus, a long-term tissue inflammatory response is crucial for metabolic diseases, particularly type 2 diabetes. Chronic inflammation associated with obesity increases oxidative stress, secretes inflammatory factors, modifies endocrine variables, and interferes with insulin signalling pathways, all of which contribute to insulin resistance and glucose tolerance. Insulin resistance and diabetes are ultimately caused by chronic inflammation in the stomach, pancreas, liver, muscle, and fat tissues. In this article, we systematically summarize the latest research progress on the mechanisms of adipose tissue inflammation and insulin resistance, as well as the mechanisms of cross-talk between adipose tissue inflammation and insulin resistance, with a view to providing some meaningful therapeutic strategies for the treatment of insulin resistance by controlling adipose tissue inflammation.
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- Kaiyi Yan
- The Second Clinical College of China Medical University, Shenyang, Liaoning 110122, China.
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Zhuang Z, Jia W, Wu L, Li Y, Lu Y, Xu M, Bai H, Bi Y, Wang Z, Chen S, Jiang Y, Chang G. Threonine Deficiency Increases Triglyceride Deposition in Primary Duck Hepatocytes by Reducing STAT3 Phosphorylation. Int J Mol Sci 2024; 25:8142. [PMID: 39125712 PMCID: PMC11312044 DOI: 10.3390/ijms25158142] [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: 06/02/2024] [Revised: 06/24/2024] [Accepted: 06/26/2024] [Indexed: 08/12/2024] Open
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Liver lipid metabolism disruption significantly contributes to excessive fat buildup in waterfowl. Research suggests that the supplementation of Threonine (Thr) in the diet can improve liver lipid metabolism disorder, while Thr deficiency can lead to such metabolic disorders in the liver. The mechanisms through which Thr regulates lipid metabolism remain unclear. STAT3 (signal transducer and activator of transcription 3), a crucial transcription factor in the JAK-STAT (Janus kinase-signal transducer and activator of transcription) pathway, participates in various biological processes, including lipid and energy metabolism. This research investigates the potential involvement of STAT3 in the increased lipid storage seen in primary duck hepatocytes as a result of a lack of Thr. Using small interfering RNA and Stattic, a specific STAT3 phosphorylation inhibitor, we explored the impact of STAT3 expression patterns on Thr-regulated lipid synthesis metabolism in hepatocytes. Through transcriptome sequencing, we uncovered pathways related to lipid synthesis and metabolism jointly regulated by Thr and STAT3. The results showed that Thr deficiency increases lipid deposition in primary duck hepatocytes (p < 0.01). The decrease in protein and phosphorylation levels of STAT3 directly caused this deposition (p < 0.01). Transcriptomic analysis revealed that Thr deficiency and STAT3 knockdown jointly altered the mRNA expression levels of pathways related to long-chain fatty acid synthesis and energy metabolism (p < 0.05). Thr deficiency, through mediating STAT3 inactivation, upregulated ELOVL7, PPARG, MMP1, MMP13, and TIMP4 mRNA levels, and downregulated PTGS2 mRNA levels (p < 0.01). In summary, these results suggest that Thr deficiency promotes lipid synthesis, reduces lipid breakdown, and leads to lipid metabolism disorders and triglyceride deposition by downregulating STAT3 activity in primary duck hepatocytes.
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- Zhong Zhuang
- Key Laboratory for Animal Genetics & Molecular Breeding of Jiangsu Province, College of Animal Science and Technology, Yangzhou University, Yangzhou 225009, China; (Z.Z.); (W.J.); (L.W.); (Y.L.); (Y.L.); (M.X.); (Y.B.); (Z.W.); (S.C.); (G.C.)
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- Key Laboratory for Animal Genetics & Molecular Breeding of Jiangsu Province, College of Animal Science and Technology, Yangzhou University, Yangzhou 225009, China; (Z.Z.); (W.J.); (L.W.); (Y.L.); (Y.L.); (M.X.); (Y.B.); (Z.W.); (S.C.); (G.C.)
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- Key Laboratory for Animal Genetics & Molecular Breeding of Jiangsu Province, College of Animal Science and Technology, Yangzhou University, Yangzhou 225009, China; (Z.Z.); (W.J.); (L.W.); (Y.L.); (Y.L.); (M.X.); (Y.B.); (Z.W.); (S.C.); (G.C.)
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- Key Laboratory for Animal Genetics & Molecular Breeding of Jiangsu Province, College of Animal Science and Technology, Yangzhou University, Yangzhou 225009, China; (Z.Z.); (W.J.); (L.W.); (Y.L.); (Y.L.); (M.X.); (Y.B.); (Z.W.); (S.C.); (G.C.)
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- Key Laboratory for Animal Genetics & Molecular Breeding of Jiangsu Province, College of Animal Science and Technology, Yangzhou University, Yangzhou 225009, China; (Z.Z.); (W.J.); (L.W.); (Y.L.); (Y.L.); (M.X.); (Y.B.); (Z.W.); (S.C.); (G.C.)
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- Key Laboratory for Animal Genetics & Molecular Breeding of Jiangsu Province, College of Animal Science and Technology, Yangzhou University, Yangzhou 225009, China; (Z.Z.); (W.J.); (L.W.); (Y.L.); (Y.L.); (M.X.); (Y.B.); (Z.W.); (S.C.); (G.C.)
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- Joint International Research Laboratory of Agriculture and Agri-Product Safety, The Ministry of Education of China, Institutes of Agricultural Science and Technology Development, Yangzhou University, Yangzhou 225009, China;
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- Key Laboratory for Animal Genetics & Molecular Breeding of Jiangsu Province, College of Animal Science and Technology, Yangzhou University, Yangzhou 225009, China; (Z.Z.); (W.J.); (L.W.); (Y.L.); (Y.L.); (M.X.); (Y.B.); (Z.W.); (S.C.); (G.C.)
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- Key Laboratory for Animal Genetics & Molecular Breeding of Jiangsu Province, College of Animal Science and Technology, Yangzhou University, Yangzhou 225009, China; (Z.Z.); (W.J.); (L.W.); (Y.L.); (Y.L.); (M.X.); (Y.B.); (Z.W.); (S.C.); (G.C.)
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- Key Laboratory for Animal Genetics & Molecular Breeding of Jiangsu Province, College of Animal Science and Technology, Yangzhou University, Yangzhou 225009, China; (Z.Z.); (W.J.); (L.W.); (Y.L.); (Y.L.); (M.X.); (Y.B.); (Z.W.); (S.C.); (G.C.)
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- Key Laboratory for Animal Genetics & Molecular Breeding of Jiangsu Province, College of Animal Science and Technology, Yangzhou University, Yangzhou 225009, China; (Z.Z.); (W.J.); (L.W.); (Y.L.); (Y.L.); (M.X.); (Y.B.); (Z.W.); (S.C.); (G.C.)
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- Key Laboratory for Animal Genetics & Molecular Breeding of Jiangsu Province, College of Animal Science and Technology, Yangzhou University, Yangzhou 225009, China; (Z.Z.); (W.J.); (L.W.); (Y.L.); (Y.L.); (M.X.); (Y.B.); (Z.W.); (S.C.); (G.C.)
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Priscilla L, Yoo C, Jang S, Park S, Lim G, Kim T, Lee DY. Immunotherapy targeting the obese white adipose tissue microenvironment: Focus on non-communicable diseases. Bioact Mater 2024; 35:461-476. [PMID: 38404641 PMCID: PMC10884763 DOI: 10.1016/j.bioactmat.2024.01.027] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/29/2023] [Revised: 01/14/2024] [Accepted: 01/30/2024] [Indexed: 02/27/2024] Open
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Obesity triggers inflammatory responses in the microenvironment of white adipose tissue, resulting in chronic systemic inflammation and the subsequent development of non-communicable diseases, including type 2 diabetes, coronary heart disease, and breast cancer. Current therapy approaches for obesity-induced non-communicable diseases persist in prioritizing symptom remission while frequently overlooking the criticality of targeting and alleviating inflammation at its source. Accordingly, this review highlights the importance of the microenvironment of obese white adipose tissue and the promising potential of employing immunotherapy to target it as an effective therapeutic approach for non-communicable diseases induced by obesity. Additionally, this review discusses the challenges and offers perspective about the immunotherapy targeting the microenvironment of obese white adipose tissue.
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- Lia Priscilla
- Department of Bioengineering, College of Engineering, and BK FOUR Biopharmaceutical Innovation Leader for Education and Research Group, Hanyang University, Seoul, 04763, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Bioengineering, College of Engineering, and BK FOUR Biopharmaceutical Innovation Leader for Education and Research Group, Hanyang University, Seoul, 04763, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Bioengineering, College of Engineering, and BK FOUR Biopharmaceutical Innovation Leader for Education and Research Group, Hanyang University, Seoul, 04763, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Bioengineering, College of Engineering, and BK FOUR Biopharmaceutical Innovation Leader for Education and Research Group, Hanyang University, Seoul, 04763, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Bioengineering, College of Engineering, and BK FOUR Biopharmaceutical Innovation Leader for Education and Research Group, Hanyang University, Seoul, 04763, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Bioengineering, College of Engineering, and BK FOUR Biopharmaceutical Innovation Leader for Education and Research Group, Hanyang University, Seoul, 04763, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Bioengineering, College of Engineering, and BK FOUR Biopharmaceutical Innovation Leader for Education and Research Group, Hanyang University, Seoul, 04763, Republic of Korea
- Institute of Nano Science and Technology (INST) & Institute for Bioengineering and Biopharmaceutical Research (IBBR), Hanyang University, Seoul, 04763, Republic of Korea
- Elixir Pharmatech Inc., Seoul, 07463, Republic of Korea
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Maycotte P, Illanes M, Moreno DA. Glucosinolates, isothiocyanates, and their role in the regulation of autophagy and cellular function. PHYTOCHEMISTRY REVIEWS 2024. [DOI: 10.1007/s11101-024-09944-w] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/22/2023] [Accepted: 02/27/2024] [Indexed: 01/04/2025]
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Shafiey SI, Ahmed KA, Abo-Saif AA, Abo-Youssef AM, Mohamed WR. Galantamine mitigates testicular injury and disturbed spermatogenesis in adjuvant arthritic rats via modulating apoptosis, inflammatory signals, and IL-6/JAK/STAT3/SOCS3 signaling. Inflammopharmacology 2024; 32:405-418. [PMID: 37429998 PMCID: PMC10907493 DOI: 10.1007/s10787-023-01268-z] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/30/2022] [Accepted: 06/17/2023] [Indexed: 07/12/2023]
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Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) affects the joints and the endocrine system via persistent immune system activation. RA patients have a higher frequency of testicular dysfunction, impotence, and decreased libido. This investigation aimed to evaluate the efficacy of galantamine (GAL) on testicular injury secondary to RA. Rats were allocated into four groups: control, GAL (2 mg/kg/day, p.o), CFA (0.3 mg/kg, s.c), and CFA + GAL. Testicular injury indicators, such as testosterone level, sperm count, and gonadosomatic index, were evaluated. Inflammatory indicators, such as interleukin-6 (IL-6), p-Nuclear factor kappa B (NF-κB p65), and anti-inflammatory cytokine interleukin-10 (IL-10), were assessed. Cleaved caspase-3 expression was immunohistochemically investigated. Protein expressions of Janus kinase (JAK), signal transducers and activators of transcription (STAT3), and Suppressors of Cytokine Signaling 3 (SOCS3) were examined by Western blot analysis. Results show that serum testosterone, sperm count, and gonadosomatic index were increased significantly by GAL. Additionally, GAL significantly diminished testicular IL-6 while improved IL-10 expression relative to CFA group. Furthermore, GAL attenuated testicular histopathological abnormalities by CFA and downregulated cleaved caspase-3 and NF-κB p65 expressions. It also downregulated JAK/STAT3 cascade with SOCS3 upregulation. In conclusion, GAL has potential protective effects on testicular damage secondary to RA via counteracting testicular inflammation, apoptosis, and inhibiting IL-6/JAK/STAT3/SOCS3 signaling.
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- Sara I Shafiey
- Department of Pharmacology and Toxicology, Faculty of Pharmacy, Nahda University, Beni-Suef, 62514, Egypt
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- Department of Pathology, Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, Cairo University, Giza, 12211, Egypt
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- Department of Pharmacology and Toxicology, Faculty of Pharmacy, Nahda University, Beni-Suef, 62514, Egypt
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- Department of Pharmacology and Toxicology, Faculty of Pharmacy, Beni-Suef University, Beni-Suef, 62514, Egypt.
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- Department of Pharmacology and Toxicology, Faculty of Pharmacy, Beni-Suef University, Beni-Suef, 62514, Egypt.
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Sailaja BS, Hassan S, Cohen E, Tmenova I, Farias-Pereira R, Verzi MP, Raskin I. Moringa isothiocyanate-1 inhibits LPS-induced inflammation in mouse myoblasts and skeletal muscle. PLoS One 2022; 17:e0279370. [PMID: 36525453 PMCID: PMC9757596 DOI: 10.1371/journal.pone.0279370] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/17/2022] [Accepted: 12/06/2022] [Indexed: 12/23/2022] Open
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This study aims to investigate the anti-inflammatory effects of moringa isothiocyanate-1 (MIC-1) extracted from seeds of Moringa oleifera Lam. in lipopolysaccharide (LPS)-induced inflammation models. MIC-1 decreased nitric oxide production and reduced the expression of pro-inflammatory markers (TNF-α, Ifn-α, IL-1β, IL-6) in C2C12 myoblasts. The daily oral treatment of MIC-1 (80 mg/kg) for three days significantly reduced the expression of pro-inflammatory markers in gastrocnemius muscle tissue of LPS-treated C57BL/6 male mice. Transcriptomic analysis provided further insights into the inhibitory effects of MIC-1 on the LPS-induced inflammation, which suggested that MIC-1 affects inflammation and immunity-related genes in myoblasts and skeletal muscle tissue. MIC-1 inhibited the nuclear accumulation of the nuclear factor kappa-light-chain-enhancer of activated B cells (NF-κB) in the LPS-treated myoblasts. Our data support the hypothesis that the MIC-1's effects in the muscle cells are mediated through the inhibition of the NF-κB translocation in the nucleus, which, in turn, results in immunomodulating and anti-inflammatory responses at the gene expression levels.
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- Badi Sri Sailaja
- Department of Plant Biology, School of Environmental and Biological Sciences, Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, New Brunswick, New Jersey, United States of America
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- Department of Genetics and the Human Genetics Institute of New Jersey, Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, Piscataway Township, New Jersey, United States of America
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- Department of Genetics and the Human Genetics Institute of New Jersey, Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, Piscataway Township, New Jersey, United States of America
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- Department of Plant Biology, School of Environmental and Biological Sciences, Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, New Brunswick, New Jersey, United States of America
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- Department of Plant Biology, School of Environmental and Biological Sciences, Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, New Brunswick, New Jersey, United States of America
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- Department of Genetics and the Human Genetics Institute of New Jersey, Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, Piscataway Township, New Jersey, United States of America
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- Department of Plant Biology, School of Environmental and Biological Sciences, Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, New Brunswick, New Jersey, United States of America
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Li S, Li F, Mao N, Wang J, Xie X. Janus kinase inhibitors in patients with ankylosing spondylitis: Great news, but some concerns on cardiovascular disease risk still exist. Author's reply. Eur J Intern Med 2022; 103:109-110. [PMID: 35840508 DOI: 10.1016/j.ejim.2022.07.004] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/27/2022] [Accepted: 07/06/2022] [Indexed: 11/29/2022]
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- Shu Li
- Department of Rheumatology, The Second Xiangya Hospital of Central South University, Changsha, Hunan, China
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- Department of Rheumatology, The Second Xiangya Hospital of Central South University, Changsha, Hunan, China
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- Department of Rheumatology, The Second Xiangya Hospital of Central South University, Changsha, Hunan, China
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- Department of Rheumatology, The Second Xiangya Hospital of Central South University, Changsha, Hunan, China
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- Department of Rheumatology, The Second Xiangya Hospital of Central South University, Changsha, Hunan, China.
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