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Jiang Y, Geng Y, Gao R, Chen Z, Chen J, Mu X, Zhang Y, Yin X, Chen X, Li F, He J. Maternal exposure to ZIF-8 derails placental function by inducing trophoblast pyroptosis through neutrophils activation in mice. Food Chem Toxicol 2024; 187:114604. [PMID: 38508570 DOI: 10.1016/j.fct.2024.114604] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/14/2023] [Revised: 03/09/2024] [Accepted: 03/15/2024] [Indexed: 03/22/2024]
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Adverse environmental factors during maternal gestation pose a threat to pregnancy. Environmental factors, particularly nanoparticles, can impact pregnancy by causing damage to the placenta. Compared to early gestation, foetuses in late gestation are more robustly developed and at lower risk of adverse effects from environmental factors. Delivery systems for targeted therapy during pregnancy is predominantly focused on their application in late gestation. Zeolitic imidazolate framework-8 (ZIF-8) holds great potential for targeted drug therapy. To evaluate the value of ZIF-8 in targeted treatment of disorders associated with late gestation, it is crucial to investigate the biological effects of ZIF-8 exposure during late gestation. Here, a mouse model exposed to ZIF-8 particles at different doses (5, 10, and 15 mg/kg) during late gestation was constructed. We found that ZIF-8 particles were deposited in the uterus of pregnant mice. ZIF-8 could trigger placental neutrophil aggregation and induce inflammation, which led to trophoblast pyroptosis and impair placental function, adversely affecting the foetus. Neutrophil depletion alleviated placental and foetal damage induced by ZIF-8. This study provides a novel mechanistic view of the reproductive toxicity induced by ZIF-8 and may offer clues to reduce the latent harm of adverse environmental factors to pregnancy.
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- Yu Jiang
- School of Public Health, Chongqing Medical University, Chongqing, China; Joint International Research Laboratory of Reproduction & Development, Chongqing Medical University, Chongqing, China
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- Joint International Research Laboratory of Reproduction & Development, Chongqing Medical University, Chongqing, China
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- School of Public Health, Chongqing Medical University, Chongqing, China; Joint International Research Laboratory of Reproduction & Development, Chongqing Medical University, Chongqing, China
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- School of Public Health, Chongqing Medical University, Chongqing, China; Joint International Research Laboratory of Reproduction & Development, Chongqing Medical University, Chongqing, China
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- College of Pharmacy, Chongqing Medical University, Chongqing, China
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- Joint International Research Laboratory of Reproduction & Development, Chongqing Medical University, Chongqing, China
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- School of Public Health, Chongqing Medical University, Chongqing, China; Joint International Research Laboratory of Reproduction & Development, Chongqing Medical University, Chongqing, China
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- School of Public Health, Chongqing Medical University, Chongqing, China; Joint International Research Laboratory of Reproduction & Development, Chongqing Medical University, Chongqing, China
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- School of Public Health, Chongqing Medical University, Chongqing, China; Joint International Research Laboratory of Reproduction & Development, Chongqing Medical University, Chongqing, China
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- School of Public Health, Chongqing Medical University, Chongqing, China; Joint International Research Laboratory of Reproduction & Development, Chongqing Medical University, Chongqing, China
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- School of Public Health, Chongqing Medical University, Chongqing, China; Joint International Research Laboratory of Reproduction & Development, Chongqing Medical University, Chongqing, China.
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Naghdi Babaei F, Shirzad M, Ghasemi-Kasman M, Ghadir S, Hasaniani N, Ghasemi S, Amiri Manjili D. Sub-acute administration of metal-organic Framework-5 induces behavioral impairments and augments the levels of oxidative stress and inflammation in the brain of rats. Food Chem Toxicol 2024; 187:114608. [PMID: 38522498 DOI: 10.1016/j.fct.2024.114608] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/09/2023] [Revised: 03/15/2024] [Accepted: 03/20/2024] [Indexed: 03/26/2024]
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Metal-organic frameworks (MOFs) are known as potential pharmaceutical carriers because of their structure. Here, we evaluated the sub-acute administrations of MOF-5 on behavioral parameters, oxidative stress, and inflammation levels in rats. Thirty-two male Wistar rats received four injections of saline or MOF-5 at different doses which were 1, 10, and 50 mg/kg via caudal vein. Y-Maze and Morris-Water Maze (MWM) tests were used to explore working memory and spatial learning and memory, respectively. The antioxidant capacity and oxidative stress level of brain samples were assessed by ferric reducing antioxidant power (FRAP) and thiobarbituric acid-reacting substance (TBARS) assay, respectively. The expression levels of GFAP, IL-1β, and TNF-α were also measured by quantitative real-time reverse-transcription PCR (qRT-PCR). Sub-acute administration of MOF-5 reduced the spatial learning and memory as well as working memory, dose-dependently. The levels of FRAP were significantly reduced in rats treated with MOF-5 at higher doses. The Malondialdehyde (MDA) levels increased at the dose of 50 mg/kg. Additionally, the expression levels of IL-1β and TNF-α were significantly elevated in the rats' brains that were treated with MOF-5. Our findings indicate that sub-acute administration of MOF-5 induces cognitive impairment dose-dependently which might be partly mediated by increasing oxidative stress and inflammation.
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- Student Research Committee, Babol University of Medical Sciences, Babol, Iran
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- Cellular and Molecular Biology Research Center, Health Research Institute, Babol University of Medical Sciences, Babol, Iran; Department of Physiology, Faculty of Medicine, Babol University of Medical Sciences, Babol, Iran.
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- Student Research Committee, Babol University of Medical Sciences, Babol, Iran
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- Student Research Committee, Babol University of Medical Sciences, Babol, Iran
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- Department of Applied Chemistry, Faculty of Chemistry, University of Mazandaran, Babolsar, Iran
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Zhou X, Medina-Ramirez IE, Su G, Liu Y, Yan B. All Roads Lead to Rome: Comparing Nanoparticle- and Small Molecule-Driven Cell Autophagy. Small 2024:e2310966. [PMID: 38616767 DOI: 10.1002/smll.202310966] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/05/2023] [Revised: 03/27/2024] [Indexed: 04/16/2024]
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Autophagy, vital for removing cellular waste, is triggered differently by small molecules and nanoparticles. Small molecules, like rapamycin, non-selectively activate autophagy by inhibiting the mTOR pathway, which is essential for cell regulation. This can clear damaged components but may cause cytotoxicity with prolonged use. Nanoparticles, however, induce autophagy, often causing oxidative stress, through broader cellular interactions and can lead to a targeted form known as "xenophagy." Their impact varies with their properties but can be harnessed therapeutically. In this review, the autophagy induced by nanoparticles is explored and small molecules across four dimensions: the mechanisms behind autophagy induction, the outcomes of such induction, the toxicological effects on cellular autophagy, and the therapeutic potential of employing autophagy triggered by nanoparticles or small molecules. Although small molecules and nanoparticles each induce autophagy through different pathways and lead to diverse effects, both represent invaluable tools in cell biology, nanomedicine, and drug discovery, offering unique insights and therapeutic opportunities.
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- Xiaofei Zhou
- College of Science & Technology, Hebei Agricultural University, Baoding, 071001, China
- Hebei Key Laboratory of Analysis and Control of Zoonotic Pathogenic Microorganism, Baoding, 071100, China
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- Department of Chemistry, Universidad Autónoma de Aguascalientes, Av Universidad 940, Aguascalientes, Aguascalientes, México
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- School of Pharmacy, Nantong University, Nantong, 226001, China
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- School of Environment, Hangzhou Institute for Advanced Study, UCAS, Hangzhou, 10024, China
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- Institute of Environmental Research at the Greater Bay Area, Key Laboratory for Water Quality and Conservation of the Pearl River Delta, Ministry of Education, Guangzhou University, Guangzhou, 510006, China
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Feng J, Xu L, Qi L, Fu Z, Hu Q. Polydopamine-Mediated Metal-Organic Frameworks Modification for Improved Biocompatibility. Macromol Biosci 2024:e2400071. [PMID: 38569562 DOI: 10.1002/mabi.202400071] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/18/2024] [Revised: 03/26/2024] [Indexed: 04/05/2024]
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Engineered nanomaterials are promising in biomedical application. However, insufficient understanding of their biocompatibility at the cellular and organic levels prevents their widely biomedical applications. Metal-organic frameworks (MOFs) have attracted increasing attention in recent years. In this work, zeolitic imidazolate framework-8 (ZIF-8) and polydopamine (PDA)-modified ZIF-8 are chosen as model nanomaterials due to its emergent role in nanomedicine. In vitro, the results demonstrate that the PDA coating greatly alleviates the cytotoxicity of ZIF-8 to RAW264.7, LO2, and HST6, which represent three different cell types in liver organs. Mechanistically, ZIF-8 entering into the cells can greatly induce the reactive oxygen species generation, which subsequently induces cell cycle delay and autophagy, ultimately leads to enhanced cytotoxicity. Further, human umbilical vein endothelial cells model and zebrafish embryos assay also confirm that PDA can compromise the ZIF-8 toxicity significantly. This study reveals that PDA-coated MOFs nanomaterials show great potential in nano-based drug delivery systems .
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- Jiayu Feng
- College of Biotechnology and Bioengineering, Zhejiang University of Technology, Hangzhou, 310032, China
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- College of Biotechnology and Bioengineering, Zhejiang University of Technology, Hangzhou, 310032, China
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- College of Biotechnology and Bioengineering, Zhejiang University of Technology, Hangzhou, 310032, China
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- College of Biotechnology and Bioengineering, Zhejiang University of Technology, Hangzhou, 310032, China
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- College of Biotechnology and Bioengineering, Zhejiang University of Technology, Hangzhou, 310032, China
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Wang YL, Lee YH, Chou CL, Chang YS, Liu WC, Chiu HW. Oxidative stress and potential effects of metal nanoparticles: A review of biocompatibility and toxicity concerns. Environ Pollut 2024; 346:123617. [PMID: 38395133 DOI: 10.1016/j.envpol.2024.123617] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/20/2023] [Revised: 02/17/2024] [Accepted: 02/18/2024] [Indexed: 02/25/2024]
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Metal nanoparticles (M-NPs) have garnered significant attention due to their unique properties, driving diverse applications across packaging, biomedicine, electronics, and environmental remediation. However, the potential health risks associated with M-NPs must not be disregarded. M-NPs' ability to accumulate in organs and traverse the blood-brain barrier poses potential health threats to animals, humans, and the environment. The interaction between M-NPs and various cellular components, including DNA, multiple proteins, and mitochondria, triggers the production of reactive oxygen species (ROS), influencing several cellular activities. These interactions have been linked to various effects, such as protein alterations, the buildup of M-NPs in the Golgi apparatus, heightened lysosomal hydrolases, mitochondrial dysfunction, apoptosis, cell membrane impairment, cytoplasmic disruption, and fluctuations in ATP levels. Despite the evident advantages M-NPs offer in diverse applications, gaps in understanding their biocompatibility and toxicity necessitate further research. This review provides an updated assessment of M-NPs' pros and cons across different applications, emphasizing associated hazards and potential toxicity. To ensure the responsible and safe use of M-NPs, comprehensive research is conducted to fully grasp the potential impact of these nanoparticles on both human health and the environment. By delving into their intricate interactions with biological systems, we can navigate the delicate balance between harnessing the benefits of M-NPs and minimizing potential risks. Further exploration will pave the way for informed decision-making, leading to the conscientious development of these nanomaterials and safeguarding the well-being of society and the environment.
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- Yung-Li Wang
- Graduate Institute of Clinical Medicine, College of Medicine, Taipei Medical University, Taipei, 110, Taiwan
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- Department of Cosmeceutics, China Medical University, Taichung, 406, Taiwan
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- Division of Nephrology, Department of Internal Medicine, School of Medicine, College of Medicine, Taipei Medical University, Taipei, 110, Taiwan; Division of Nephrology, Department of Internal Medicine, Hsin Kuo Min Hospital, Taipei Medical University, Taoyuan City, 320, Taiwan; TMU Research Center of Urology and Kidney, Taipei Medical University, Taipei, 110, Taiwan; Division of Nephrology, Department of Internal Medicine, Shuang Ho Hospital, Taipei Medical University, New Taipei City, 235, Taiwan
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- Division of Allergy, Immunology and Rheumatology, Department of Internal Medicine, Shuang Ho Hospital, Taipei Medical University, New Taipei City, 235, Taiwan; Division of Allergy, Immunology and Rheumatology, Department of Internal Medicine, School of Medicine, College of Medicine, Taipei Medical University, Taipei, 110, Taiwan
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- Department of Biology and Anatomy, National Defense Medical Center, Taipei, 114, Taiwan; Section of Nephrology, Department of Medicine, Antai Medical Care Corporation Antai Tian-Sheng Memorial Hospital, Pingtung, 928, Taiwan; Department of Nursing, Meiho University, Pingtung, 912, Taiwan
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- Graduate Institute of Clinical Medicine, College of Medicine, Taipei Medical University, Taipei, 110, Taiwan; TMU Research Center of Urology and Kidney, Taipei Medical University, Taipei, 110, Taiwan; Department of Medical Research, Shuang Ho Hospital, Taipei Medical University, New Taipei City, 235, Taiwan; Ph.D. Program in Drug Discovery and Development Industry, College of Pharmacy, Taipei Medical University, Taipei, 110, Taiwan.
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Xiong G, Hu T, Yang Y, Zhang H, Han M, Wang J, Jing Y, Liu H, Liao X, Liu Y. Minocycline attenuates the bilirubin-induced developmental neurotoxicity through the regulation of innate immunity and oxidative stress in zebrafish embryos. Toxicol Appl Pharmacol 2024; 484:116859. [PMID: 38342443 DOI: 10.1016/j.taap.2024.116859] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/23/2023] [Revised: 02/04/2024] [Accepted: 02/08/2024] [Indexed: 02/13/2024]
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When liver or intestinal function is impaired, bilirubin accumulates in the body and leads to neonatal jaundice. However, the potential negative effects caused by excessive accumulation of bilirubin such as developmental immunotoxicity and neurotoxicity remain unclear. We used a zebrafish model to establish bilirubin-induced jaundice symptoms and evaluated the toxic effects of bilirubin in aquatic organisms. Firstly, our results suggested that bilirubin exposure markedly decreased the survival rate, induced the developmental toxicity and increased the yellow pigment deposited in the zebrafish tail. Meanwhile, the number of macrophages and neutrophils was substantially reduced in a concentration-dependent manner. Besides, the antioxidant enzyme activities were greatly elevated while the inflammatory genes were significantly decreased after bilirubin exposure. Secondly, transcriptome analysis identified 708 genes were differentially expressed after bilirubin exposure, which animal organ morphogenesis, chemical synaptic transmission, and MAPK / mTOR signaling pathways were significantly enriched. Thirdly, bilirubin exposure leads to a significant decrease in the motility of zebrafish, including a dose-dependent decrease in the travelled distance, movement time, and average velocity. Moreover, the innate immune genes and apoptosis-related genes such as TLR4, NF-κB p65, STAT3 and p53 were elevated at a concentration of 10 μg/mL of bilirubin. Finally, our results further revealed that the anti-inflammatory and neuroprotective minocycline could partially rescue the bilirubin-induced neurobehavioral disorders in zebrafish embryos. In conclusion, our study explored the bilirubin-induced immunotoxicity and neurotoxicity in aquatic organisms, which will provide a theoretical basis for the treatment of neonatal jaundice in clinical practice.
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- Guanghua Xiong
- College of Biology and Food Engineering, Key Laboratory of Embryo Development and Reproductive Regulation of Anhui Province, Fuyang Normal University, Fuyang 236041, Anhui, China
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- College of Biology and Food Engineering, Key Laboratory of Embryo Development and Reproductive Regulation of Anhui Province, Fuyang Normal University, Fuyang 236041, Anhui, China
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- Emergency Department of Fuyang People's Hospital, Fuyang 236000, Anhui, China
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- College of Biology and Food Engineering, Key Laboratory of Embryo Development and Reproductive Regulation of Anhui Province, Fuyang Normal University, Fuyang 236041, Anhui, China
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- College of Biology and Food Engineering, Key Laboratory of Embryo Development and Reproductive Regulation of Anhui Province, Fuyang Normal University, Fuyang 236041, Anhui, China
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- College of Biology and Food Engineering, Key Laboratory of Embryo Development and Reproductive Regulation of Anhui Province, Fuyang Normal University, Fuyang 236041, Anhui, China
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- College of Biology and Food Engineering, Key Laboratory of Embryo Development and Reproductive Regulation of Anhui Province, Fuyang Normal University, Fuyang 236041, Anhui, China
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- Emergency Department of Fuyang People's Hospital, Fuyang 236000, Anhui, China.
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- College of Life Sciences, Jinggangshan University, Ji'an 343009, Jiangxi, China.
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- College of Biology and Food Engineering, Key Laboratory of Embryo Development and Reproductive Regulation of Anhui Province, Fuyang Normal University, Fuyang 236041, Anhui, China.
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Salari Joo H, Johari SA, Behzadi Tayemeh M, Handy RD, Abaei H, Clark N, Seyedi J, Jones MA. Reproductive and whole-body toxicity of Ag-doped and -undoped ZIF-8 nanoparticles and the building blocks: An Artemia-based comparative bioassay. Environ Pollut 2024; 342:123141. [PMID: 38097159 DOI: 10.1016/j.envpol.2023.123141] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/19/2023] [Revised: 11/07/2023] [Accepted: 12/09/2023] [Indexed: 12/17/2023]
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The present research assessed, for the first time, toxicity of ZIF-8 (1 mg/L) and the building blocks (0.1 mg/L Zn2+ and 0.4 mg/L 2-methylimidazole (2-MIm)), besides that of AgNPs@ZIF-8 (0.25, 0.5, and 1 mg/L) and AgNO3 (0.1 mg/L) to aquatic organisms. Two consecutive generations (F0 & F1) of Artemia salina were exposed to these chemicals. All of the chemical treatments considerably caused mortality in F0, especially AgNPs@ZIF-8 and AgNO3, whereas F1 displayed notable tolerance and survived comparable to the control group, except in the case of AgNO3 treatment. Similarly, growth indices (weight, mainly in ZIF-8, Zn2+, and 2-MIm; length, in Ag-doped ZIF-8 and AgNO3) were significantly retarded in F0 and especially F1 of all treatments, and 2-MIm caused the greatest length retardation in F0. AgNPs@ZIF-8 (0.5 and 1 mg/L), 2-MIm, and AgNO3 postponed the ovary emergence in about 40%-60% of the exposed F0, and ZIF-8 delayed this phenomenon in some individuals of F0 and F1 up to 6 days. This temporal disturbance was also observed in time to first brood of almost all experimental F0 and F1 groups, with being over 80% of F1 exposed to ZIF-8, 2-MIm, and Zn2+, as well as about 50% of F0 treated with 2-MIm, and Zn2+. The highest neonate number was recorded for F0 and F1 exposed to AgNO3 and Zn2+, while ZIF-8 and, importantly, 2-MIm decreased the reproductivity to the lowest levels in both generations. Generally, the reproductive frequency was significantly decreased in all F0 and F1 treatments, especially 2-MIm, ZIF-8, AgNPs@ZIF-8 (0.25 & 1 mg/L). This study highlighted the neglected importance of 2-MIm in assessing overall toxicity of ZIF-8, and even other organic ligands of MOFs, and also filled a gap in the literature by investigating the potential effect of additives such as AgNPs on the toxicity of ZIF-8 and other MOFs.
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- Hamid Salari Joo
- Department of Fisheries, Faculty of Natural Resources, University of Kurdistan, Sanandaj, Kurdistan, Iran.
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- Department of Fisheries, Faculty of Natural Resources, University of Kurdistan, Sanandaj, Kurdistan, Iran.
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- School of Biological and Marine Sciences, University of Plymouth, Plymouth, UK.
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- Department of Fisheries, Faculty of Natural Resources, University of Kurdistan, Sanandaj, Kurdistan, Iran.
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- School of Biological and Marine Sciences, University of Plymouth, Plymouth, UK.
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- Research and Development (R&D), Ramooz Fish Farming Co., Bushehr, Iran.
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- School of Biological and Marine Sciences, University of Plymouth, Plymouth, UK.
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Zhang Q, Luo C, Li Z, Huang W, Zheng S, Liu C, Shi X, Ma Y, Ni Q, Tan W, Peng J, Chen Y, Wu W, Li J, Wu K. Astaxanthin activates the Nrf2/Keap1/HO-1 pathway to inhibit oxidative stress and ferroptosis, reducing triphenyl phosphate (TPhP)-induced neurodevelopmental toxicity. Ecotoxicol Environ Saf 2024; 271:115960. [PMID: 38219622 DOI: 10.1016/j.ecoenv.2024.115960] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/27/2023] [Revised: 10/31/2023] [Accepted: 01/06/2024] [Indexed: 01/16/2024]
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Triphenyl phosphate (TPhP) serves as a major organophosphorus flame retardant, and its induced neurodevelopmental toxicity has attracted widespread attention, but the mechanism remains unclear. In this study, we involved zebrafish to explore the new mechanism of TPhP inducing oxidative stress and ferroptosis to promote neurodevelopmental toxicity. The results suggested that TPhP affected the embryonic development, reduced the number of new neurons, and led to abnormal neural behavior in zebrafish larvae. TPhP also induced ROS accumulation, activated the antioxidant defense signal Nrf2 and Keap1, and significantly changed the activities of Acetylcholinesterase (AChE), Adenosine triphosphatase (ATPase) and glutathione S-transferase (GST). In addition, TPhP induced ferroptosis in zebrafish, which was reflected in the increase of Fe2+ content, the abnormal expression of GPX4 protein and genes related to iron metabolism (gpx4a, slc7a11, acsl4b, tfa, slc40a1, fth1b, tfr2, tfr1a, tfr1b and ncoa4). Astaxanthin intervention specifically inhibited ROS levels, and reversed SLC7A11 and GPX4 expression levels and Fe2+ metabolism thus alleviating ferroptosis induced by TPhP. Astaxanthin also partially reversed the activity of AChE, GST and the expression of neurodevelopmental-related genes (gap43, gfap, neurog1 and syn2a), so as to partially rescue the embryonic developmental abnormalities and motor behavior disorders induced by TPhP. More interestingly, the expression of mitochondrial apoptosis-related protein BAX, anti-apoptotic protein BCL-2, Caspase3 and Caspase9 was significantly altered in the TPhP exposed group, which could be also reversed by Astaxanthin intervention. In summary, our results suggested that TPhP exposure can induce oxidative stress and ferroptosis, thereby causing neurodevelopment toxicity to zebrafish, while Astaxanthin can partially reverse oxidative stress and reduce the neurodevelopmental toxicity of zebrafish larvae by activating Nrf2/Keap1/HO-1 signaling pathway.
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- Qiong Zhang
- Department of Preventive Medicine, Shantou University Medical College, Shantou 515041, Guangdong, China
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- Department of Preventive Medicine, Shantou University Medical College, Shantou 515041, Guangdong, China
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- Department of Preventive Medicine, Shantou University Medical College, Shantou 515041, Guangdong, China
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- Department of Forensic Medicine, Shantou University Medical College, Shantou 515041, Guangdong, China
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- Department of Burns and Plastic Surgery, The Second Affiliated Hospital of Shantou University Medical College, Shantou 515041, Guangdong, China
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- Department of Preventive Medicine, Shantou University Medical College, Shantou 515041, Guangdong, China
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- Department of Preventive Medicine, Shantou University Medical College, Shantou 515041, Guangdong, China
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- Department of Preventive Medicine, Shantou University Medical College, Shantou 515041, Guangdong, China
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- Department of Preventive Medicine, Shantou University Medical College, Shantou 515041, Guangdong, China
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- Department of Preventive Medicine, Shantou University Medical College, Shantou 515041, Guangdong, China
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- Department of Preventive Medicine, Shantou University Medical College, Shantou 515041, Guangdong, China
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- Department of Preventive Medicine, Shantou University Medical College, Shantou 515041, Guangdong, China
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- Department of Preventive Medicine, Shantou University Medical College, Shantou 515041, Guangdong, China
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- Department of Preventive Medicine, Shantou University Medical College, Shantou 515041, Guangdong, China
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- Department of Preventive Medicine, Shantou University Medical College, Shantou 515041, Guangdong, China.
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Lu X, Wang Z. Individual and binary exposure of embryonic zebrafish (Danio rerio) to single-walled and multi-walled carbon nanotubes in the absence and presence of dissolved organic matter. Sci Total Environ 2023; 903:166458. [PMID: 37625727 DOI: 10.1016/j.scitotenv.2023.166458] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/22/2023] [Revised: 08/13/2023] [Accepted: 08/18/2023] [Indexed: 08/27/2023]
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The available toxicological information was inadequate to assess the potential ecological risk of a mixture of different nanostructured carbon nanotubes (CNTs) to aquatic organisms, especially for the co-existence of mixed CNTs with dissolved organic matter (DOM). Herein, we investigated individual and binary exposure of zebrafish (Danio rerio) embryos to single-walled (SWCNTs) and multi-walled carbon nanotubes (MWCNTs) in the absence and presence of DOM. Results indicated that embryonic chorions were more resistant to mixed-type CNTs than to single-type CNTs, yet the addition of DOM decreased this resistance. The mixed-type CNTs increased the antioxidant capacity of zebrafish embryos by increasing superoxide dismutase activity in comparison to the single-type CNTs. Furthermore, the mixed-type CNTs caused oxidative damage to the zebrafish embryos, characterized by an increase in malondialdehyde level. Nevertheless, the activation of the antioxidant defense system was modulated by the presence of DOM. Transcriptome sequencing analysis showed that the number of unique genes (UGs) and differentially expressed genes (DEGs) between the mixed-type CNTs and control groups was significantly enhanced compared to the single-type CNTs. DOM increased the number of UGs and up-regulated DEGs, but decreased the number of down-regulated DEGs. GO classification analysis revealed that the mixed-type CNTs mainly altered the cellular component process of single-type CNTs to induce joint effects. DOM generally enhanced the GO enrichment of DEGs in D. rerio embryos exposed to the mixed-type CNTs during the biological process. KEGG pathway enrichment analysis for the mixed-type CNTs showed enrichment of DEGs encoding ether lipid metabolism, glycerophospholipid metabolism, glycerolipid metabolism, citrate cycle, and biosynthesis of nucleotide sugars. However, DOM allowed more specific KEGG pathways towards the mixed-type CNTs to be identified. Despite the mixed-type CNTs exhibiting differential expression of functional genes compared to the control and single-type CNTs, DOM could regulate the expression of these functional genes associated with oxidative stress response, carbohydrate metabolism, endoplasmic reticulum stress, neuroendocrine, osmotic stress, and DNA damage and repair. Our study thus paves a solid way for exploring the molecular mechanism of aquatic toxicity of multiple nanomaterials under field-relevant conditions.
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- Xibo Lu
- School of Environmental Science and Engineering, Collaborative Innovation Center of Atmospheric Environment and Equipment Technology, Jiangsu Key Laboratory of Atmospheric Environment Monitoring and Pollution Control, Nanjing University of Information Science and Technology, Nanjing 210044, PR China
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- School of Environmental Science and Engineering, Collaborative Innovation Center of Atmospheric Environment and Equipment Technology, Jiangsu Key Laboratory of Atmospheric Environment Monitoring and Pollution Control, Nanjing University of Information Science and Technology, Nanjing 210044, PR China.
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Yin J, Hu J, Deng X, Zheng Y, Tian J. ABC transporter-mediated MXR mechanism in fish embryos and its potential role in the efflux of nanoparticles. Ecotoxicol Environ Saf 2023; 263:115397. [PMID: 37619399 DOI: 10.1016/j.ecoenv.2023.115397] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/21/2023] [Revised: 08/17/2023] [Accepted: 08/19/2023] [Indexed: 08/26/2023]
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ATP-binding cassette (ABC) transporters are believed to protect aquatic organisms by pumping xenobiotics out, and recent investigation has suggested their involvement in the detoxification and efflux of nanoparticles (NPs), but their roles in fish embryos are poorly understood. In this regard, this paper summarizes the recent advances in research pertaining to the development of ABC transporter-mediated multi-xenobiotic resistance (MXR) mechanism in fish embryos and the potential interaction between ABC transporters and NPs. The paper focuses on: (1) Expression, function, and modulation mechanism of ABC proteins in fish embryos; (2) Potential interaction between ABC transporters and NPs in cell models and fish embryos. ABC transporters could be maternally transferred to fish embryos and thus play an important role in the detoxification of various chemical pollutants and NPs. There is a need to understand the specific mechanism to benefit the protection of aquatic resources.
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- Jian Yin
- CAS Key Lab of Bio-Medical Diagnostics, Suzhou Institute of Biomedical Engineering and Technology, Chinese Academy of Sciences, Suzhou, Jiangsu 215163, PR China; Jinan Guo Ke Medical Technology Development Co., Ltd, Jinan 250001, PR China.
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- School of Biology & Basic Medical Sciences, Medical College, Soochow University, Suzhou, Jiangsu 215123, PR China.
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- Key Laboratory for Space Bioscience and Biotechnology, School of Life Sciences, Northwestern Polytechnical University, Xi'an 710072, PR China
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- CAS Key Lab of Bio-Medical Diagnostics, Suzhou Institute of Biomedical Engineering and Technology, Chinese Academy of Sciences, Suzhou, Jiangsu 215163, PR China; School of Biomedical Engineering (Suzhou), Division of Life Sciences and Medicine, University of Science and Technology of China, Suzhou, Jiangsu 215163, PR China
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- CAS Key Lab of Bio-Medical Diagnostics, Suzhou Institute of Biomedical Engineering and Technology, Chinese Academy of Sciences, Suzhou, Jiangsu 215163, PR China; Jinan Guo Ke Medical Technology Development Co., Ltd, Jinan 250001, PR China
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Jin L, Wang S, Chen C, Qiu X, Wang CC. ZIF-8 Nanoparticles Induce Behavior Abnormality and Brain Oxidative Stress in Adult Zebrafish ( Danio rerio). Antioxidants (Basel) 2023; 12:1345. [PMID: 37507885 PMCID: PMC10376529 DOI: 10.3390/antiox12071345] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/22/2023] [Revised: 06/23/2023] [Accepted: 06/25/2023] [Indexed: 07/30/2023] Open
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Zeolitic imidazolate framework-8 nanoparticles (ZIF-8 NPs) are typical metal-organic framework (MOF) materials and have been intensively studied for their potential application in drug delivery and environmental remediation. However, knowledge of their potential risks to health and the environment is still limited. Therefore, this study exposed female and male zebrafish to ZIF-8 NPs (0, 9.0, and 90 mg L-1) for four days. Subsequently, variations in their behavioral traits and brain oxidative stress levels were investigated. The behavioral assay showed that ZIF-8 NPs at 90 mg/L could significantly decrease the locomotor activity (i.e., hypoactivity) of both genders. After a ball falling stimulation, zebrafish exposed to ZIF-8 NPs (9.0 and 90 mg L-1) exhibited more freezing states (i.e., temporary cessations of movement), and males were more sensitive than females. Regardless of gender, ZIF-8 NPs exposure significantly reduced the SOD, CAT, and GST activities in the brain of zebrafish. Correlation analysis revealed that the brain oxidative stress induced by ZIF-8 NPs exposure might play an important role in their behavioral toxicity to zebrafish. These findings highlight the necessity for further assessment of the potential risks of MOF nanoparticles to aquatic species and the environment.
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- Liang Jin
- Key Laboratory of Estuarine Ecological Security and Environmental Health, Xiamen University Tan Kah Kee College, Zhangzhou 363105, China
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- Institute of Environmental Health and Ecological Security, School of the Environment and Safety Engineering, Jiangsu University, Zhenjiang 212013, China
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- Institute of Environmental Health and Ecological Security, School of the Environment and Safety Engineering, Jiangsu University, Zhenjiang 212013, China
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- Institute of Environmental Health and Ecological Security, School of the Environment and Safety Engineering, Jiangsu University, Zhenjiang 212013, China
- Jiangsu Collaborative Innovation Center of Technology and Material of Water Treatment, Suzhou University of Science and Technology, Suzhou 215009, China
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- Beijing Key Laboratory of Functional Materials for Building Structure and Environment Remediation, School of Environment and Energy Engineering, Beijing University of Civil Engineering and Architecture, Beijing 100044, China
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Cao X, Fu M, Du Q, Chang Z. Developmental toxicity of black phosphorus quantum dots in zebrafish (Danio rerio) embryos. Chemosphere 2023:139029. [PMID: 37244547 DOI: 10.1016/j.chemosphere.2023.139029] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/07/2023] [Revised: 05/24/2023] [Accepted: 05/24/2023] [Indexed: 05/29/2023]
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Nanomaterials have attracted much attention in the biomedical field. Black phosphorus quantum dots (BPQDs) have shown great potential in biomedical applications, but their potential risks to biosafety and environmental stability have not been fully evaluated. In the present study, zebrafish (Danio rerio) embryos were exposed to 0, 2.5, 5 and 10 mg/L BPQDs from 2 to 144 h post-fertilization (hpf) to explore developmental toxicity. The results showed that exposure to BPQDs for 96 h induced developmental malformations (tail deformation, yolk sac edema, pericardial edema, and spinal curvature) in zebrafish embryos. ROS and antioxidant enzyme activities (CAT, SOD, MDA and T-AOC) were substantially altered and the acetylcholinesterase (AChE) enzyme activity was significantly decreased in the BPQDs exposed groups. Locomotor behavior was inhibited after BPQDs exposure for 144 h in zebrafish larvae. A significant increase in 8-OHdG content indicates DNA oxidative damage in embryos. In addition, obvious apoptotic fluorescence signals were detected in the brain, spine, yolk sac and heart. At the molecular level, the mRNA transcript levels of key genes related to skeletal development (igf1, gh, MyoD and LOX), neurodevelopment (gfap, pomca, bdnf and Mbpa), cardiovascular development (Myh6, Nkx2.5, Myl7, Tbx2b, Tbx5 and Gata4) and apoptosis (p53, Bax, Bcl-2, apaf1, caspase-3 and caspase-9) were abnormal after BPQDs exposure. In conclusion, BPQDs induced morphological malformations, oxidative stress, locomotor behavior disorders, DNA oxidative damage and apoptosis in zebrafish embryos. This study provides a basis for further study on the toxic effects of BPQDs.
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- Xiaonan Cao
- College of Life Science, Henan Normal University, Xinxiang, 453007, PR China
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- College of Life Science, Henan Normal University, Xinxiang, 453007, PR China
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- College of Life Science, Henan Normal University, Xinxiang, 453007, PR China
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- College of Life Science, Henan Normal University, Xinxiang, 453007, PR China.
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Wang T, Liu Y, Zhou Y, Liu Q, Zhang Q, Sun M, Sun M, Li H, Xu A, Liu Y. Astaxanthin protected against the adverse effects induced by diesel exhaust particulate matter via improving membrane stability and anti-oxidative property. J Hazard Mater 2023; 456:131684. [PMID: 37236114 DOI: 10.1016/j.jhazmat.2023.131684] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/22/2022] [Revised: 04/27/2023] [Accepted: 05/21/2023] [Indexed: 05/28/2023]
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Diesel exhaust particulate matter (DPM), which has been clarified as a Group I carcinogenic agent, is still challenging in its detoxification due to the complex composition and toxic mechanisms. Astaxanthin (AST) is a pleiotropic small biological molecule widely used in medical and healthcare with surprising effects and applications. The present study aimed to investigate the protective effects of AST on DPM-induced injury and the underlying mechanism. Our results indicated that AST significantly suppressed the generation of phosphorylated histone H2AX (γ-H2AX, marker of DNA damage) and inflammation caused by DPM both in vitro and in vivo. Mechanistically, AST prevented the endocytosis and intracellular accumulation of DPM via regulating the stability and fluidity of plasma membranes. Moreover, the oxidative stress elicited by DPM in cells could also be effectively inhibited by AST, together with protecting the structure and function of mitochondria. These investigations provided clear evidence that AST notably reduced DPM invasion and intracellular accumulation by modulating the membrane-endocytotic pathway, which eventually reduced intracellular oxidative stress caused by DPM. Our data might provide a novel clue for curing and treating the harmful effects of particulate matter.
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- Tong Wang
- Anhui Province Key Laboratory of Environmental Toxicology and Pollution Control Technology; Key Laboratory of High Magnetic Field and Ion Beam Physical Biology, CAS; High Magnetic Field Laboratory, Hefei Institutes of Physical Science, CAS, Hefei, Anhui, 230031, P. R. China; University of Science and Technology of China, Hefei, Anhui 230026, PR China
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- Anhui Province Key Laboratory of Environmental Toxicology and Pollution Control Technology; Key Laboratory of High Magnetic Field and Ion Beam Physical Biology, CAS; High Magnetic Field Laboratory, Hefei Institutes of Physical Science, CAS, Hefei, Anhui, 230031, P. R. China
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- Anhui Province Key Laboratory of Environmental Toxicology and Pollution Control Technology; Key Laboratory of High Magnetic Field and Ion Beam Physical Biology, CAS; High Magnetic Field Laboratory, Hefei Institutes of Physical Science, CAS, Hefei, Anhui, 230031, P. R. China; University of Science and Technology of China, Hefei, Anhui 230026, PR China
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- Anhui Province Key Laboratory of Environmental Toxicology and Pollution Control Technology; Key Laboratory of High Magnetic Field and Ion Beam Physical Biology, CAS; High Magnetic Field Laboratory, Hefei Institutes of Physical Science, CAS, Hefei, Anhui, 230031, P. R. China; Department of Pathophysiology, Anhui Medical University, Hefei, Anhui 230032, PR China
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- University of Science and Technology of China, Hefei, Anhui 230026, PR China
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- Anhui Province Key Laboratory of Environmental Toxicology and Pollution Control Technology; Key Laboratory of High Magnetic Field and Ion Beam Physical Biology, CAS; High Magnetic Field Laboratory, Hefei Institutes of Physical Science, CAS, Hefei, Anhui, 230031, P. R. China; Department of Pathophysiology, Anhui Medical University, Hefei, Anhui 230032, PR China
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- Anhui Province Key Laboratory of Environmental Toxicology and Pollution Control Technology; Key Laboratory of High Magnetic Field and Ion Beam Physical Biology, CAS; High Magnetic Field Laboratory, Hefei Institutes of Physical Science, CAS, Hefei, Anhui, 230031, P. R. China; University of Science and Technology of China, Hefei, Anhui 230026, PR China
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- Anhui Province Key Laboratory of Environmental Toxicology and Pollution Control Technology; Key Laboratory of High Magnetic Field and Ion Beam Physical Biology, CAS; High Magnetic Field Laboratory, Hefei Institutes of Physical Science, CAS, Hefei, Anhui, 230031, P. R. China; University of Science and Technology of China, Hefei, Anhui 230026, PR China
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- Anhui Province Key Laboratory of Environmental Toxicology and Pollution Control Technology; Key Laboratory of High Magnetic Field and Ion Beam Physical Biology, CAS; High Magnetic Field Laboratory, Hefei Institutes of Physical Science, CAS, Hefei, Anhui, 230031, P. R. China; Institutes of Physical Science and Information Technology, Anhui University, Hefei, Anhui 230601, PR China.
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- Anhui Province Key Laboratory of Environmental Toxicology and Pollution Control Technology; Key Laboratory of High Magnetic Field and Ion Beam Physical Biology, CAS; High Magnetic Field Laboratory, Hefei Institutes of Physical Science, CAS, Hefei, Anhui, 230031, P. R. China.
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He J, Li J, Gao Y, He X, Hao G. Nano-based smart formulations: A potential solution to the hazardous effects of pesticide on the environment. J Hazard Mater 2023; 456:131599. [PMID: 37210783 DOI: 10.1016/j.jhazmat.2023.131599] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/08/2023] [Revised: 04/21/2023] [Accepted: 05/07/2023] [Indexed: 05/23/2023]
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Inefficient usage, overdose, and post-application losses of conventional pesticides have resulted in severe ecological and environmental issues, such as pesticide resistance, environmental contamination, and soil degradation. Advances in nano-based smart formulations are promising novel methods to decrease the hazardous impacts of pesticide on the environment. In light of the lack of a systematic and critical summary of these aspects, this work has been structured to critically assess the roles and specific mechanisms of smart nanoformulations (NFs) in mitigating the adverse impacts of pesticide on the environment, along with an evaluation of their final environmental fate, safety, and application prospects. Our study provides a novel perspective for a better understanding of the potential functions of smart NFs in reducing environmental pollution. Additionally, this study offers meaningful information for the safe and effective use of these nanoproducts in field applications in the near future.
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- Jie He
- National Key Laboratory of Green Pesticide, Key Laboratory of Green Pesticide and Agricultural Bioengineering, Ministry of Education, Center for Research and Development of Fine Chemicals, Guizhou University, Guiyang 550025, PR China.
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- National Key Laboratory of Green Pesticide, Key Laboratory of Green Pesticide and Agricultural Bioengineering, Ministry of Education, Center for Research and Development of Fine Chemicals, Guizhou University, Guiyang 550025, PR China.
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- National Key Laboratory of Green Pesticide, Key Laboratory of Green Pesticide and Agricultural Bioengineering, Ministry of Education, Center for Research and Development of Fine Chemicals, Guizhou University, Guiyang 550025, PR China.
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- College of Science, China Agricultural University, Beijing 100193, PR China; College of Agricultural Unmanned System, China Agricultural University, Beijing 100193, PR China.
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- National Key Laboratory of Green Pesticide, Key Laboratory of Green Pesticide and Agricultural Bioengineering, Ministry of Education, Center for Research and Development of Fine Chemicals, Guizhou University, Guiyang 550025, PR China; National Key Laboratory of Green Pesticide, College of Chemistry, Central China Normal University, Wuhan 430079, PR China.
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Rivero-Wendt CLG, Fernandes LG, Dos Santos AN, Brito IL, Dos Santos Jaques JA, Dos Santos Dos Anjos E, Fernandes CE. Effects of Chloramine T on zebrafish embryos malformations associated with cardiotoxicity and neurotoxicity. J Toxicol Environ Health A 2023:1-10. [PMID: 37185102 DOI: 10.1080/15287394.2023.2205271] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 05/17/2023]
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Chloramine T, a sodium p-toluene sulfonchloramide, is known to possess a wide spectrum of biocidal activity and is employed as a disinfectant in fish farms to treat bacterial infections. Although Chloramine T may effectively combat pathogens, the sublethal and lethal effects and changes in acetylcholinesterase (AChE) activity remain poorly elucidated using Danio rerio (zebrafish) embryos. Zebrafish is considered a model organism for toxicant screening research and exhibits mammalian-like physiological responses when exposed to environmental pollutants. The aim of this study was to (1) determine LC50 of Chloramine T after 96 hr exposure, (2) verify disinfectant effects on developmental morphology, and (3) evaluate the disinfectant effects on AChE activity in zebrafish embryos. Chloramine T exposure was performed using 16, 32, 64, 128, or 256 mg/L concentrations. The mortality LC50 values were 143.05 ± 3.11 and 130.97 ± 7.4 mg/L at 24 and 96 hr, respectively. Data demonstrated delayed hatching, reduced heartbeats, cardiac edema, and equilibrium disruption of hatched larvae throughout embryonic development. In addition, Chloramine T inhibited AChE activity at 64 or 128 mg/L after 96 hr treatment, corroborating the sub-lethality results observed in zebrafish embryo development and demonstrating an equilibrium disruption in zebrafish larvae.
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- Carla Letícia Gediel Rivero-Wendt
- Laboratório de Patologia Experimental (LAPEx), Instituto de Biociências Instituto de Biociências, Universidade Federal de Mato Grosso do Sul, Campo Grande, Brazil
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- Laboratório de Patologia Experimental (LAPEx), Instituto de Biociências Instituto de Biociências, Universidade Federal de Mato Grosso do Sul, Campo Grande, Brazil
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- Programa Multicêntrico de Pós-Graduação em Bioquímica e Biologia Molecular (PBBqBM), Instituto de Biociências (INBIO), Universidade Federal de Mato Grosso do Sul (UFMS), Campo Grande, Brazil
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- Programa Multicêntrico de Pós-Graduação em Bioquímica e Biologia Molecular (PBBqBM), Instituto de Biociências (INBIO), Universidade Federal de Mato Grosso do Sul (UFMS), Campo Grande, Brazil
- Programa de Pós-Graduação em Ciências Farmacêuticas (PPGFARM), Faculdade de Ciências Farmacêuticas, Alimentos e Nutrição (FACFAN), Universidade Federal de Mato Grosso do Sul (UFMS), Campo Grande, Brazil
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- Programa Multicêntrico de Pós-Graduação em Bioquímica e Biologia Molecular (PBBqBM), Instituto de Biociências (INBIO), Universidade Federal de Mato Grosso do Sul (UFMS), Campo Grande, Brazil
- Programa de Pós-Graduação em Ciências Farmacêuticas (PPGFARM), Faculdade de Ciências Farmacêuticas, Alimentos e Nutrição (FACFAN), Universidade Federal de Mato Grosso do Sul (UFMS), Campo Grande, Brazil
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- Programa de Pós-Graduação em Química, Instituto de Química (INQUI), Universidade Federal de Mato Grosso do Sul (UFMS), Campo Grande, Brazil
- Programa de Pós-Graduação em Biotecnologia, Faculdade de Ciências Farmacêuticas, Alimentos e Nutrição (FACFAN), Universidade Federal de Mato Grosso do Sul (UFMS), Campo Grande, Brazil
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- Laboratório de Patologia Experimental (LAPEx), Instituto de Biociências Instituto de Biociências, Universidade Federal de Mato Grosso do Sul, Campo Grande, Brazil
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Guo Y, Fu Y, Sun W. 50 Hz Magnetic Field Exposure Inhibited Spontaneous Movement of Zebrafish Larvae through ROS-Mediated syn2a Expression. Int J Mol Sci 2023; 24:ijms24087576. [PMID: 37108734 PMCID: PMC10144198 DOI: 10.3390/ijms24087576] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/06/2023] [Revised: 03/21/2023] [Accepted: 04/15/2023] [Indexed: 04/29/2023] Open
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Extremely low frequency electromagnetic field (ELF-EMF) exists widely in public and occupational environments. However, its potential adverse effects and the underlying mechanism on nervous system, especially behavior are still poorly understood. In this study, zebrafish embryos (including a transfected synapsin IIa (syn2a) overexpression plasmid) at 3 h post-fertilization (hpf) were exposed to a 50-Hz magnetic field (MF) with a series of intensities (100, 200, 400 and 800 μT, respectively) for 1 h or 24 h every day for 5 days. Results showed that, although MF exposure did not affect the basic development parameters including hatching rate, mortality and malformation rate, yet MF at 200 μT could significantly induce spontaneous movement (SM) hypoactivity in zebrafish larvae. Histological examination presented morphological abnormalities of the brain such as condensed cell nucleus and cytoplasm, increased intercellular space. Moreover, exposure to MF at 200 μT inhibited syn2a transcription and expression, and increased reactive oxygen species (ROS) level as well. Overexpression of syn2a could effectively rescue MF-induced SM hypoactivity in zebrafish. Pretreatment with N-acetyl-L-cysteine (NAC) could not only recover syn2a protein expression which was weakened by MF exposure, but also abolish MF-induced SM hypoactivity. However, syn2a overexpression did not affect MF-increased ROS. Taken together, the findings suggested that exposure to a 50-Hz MF inhibited spontaneous movement of zebrafish larvae via ROS-mediated syn2a expression in a nonlinear manner.
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- Yixin Guo
- Bioelectromagnetics Key Laboratory, Zhejiang University School of Medicine, Hangzhou 310058, China
- Institute of Environmental Medicine, Zhejiang University School of Medicine, Hangzhou 310058, China
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- Institute of Environmental Medicine, Zhejiang University School of Medicine, Hangzhou 310058, China
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- Bioelectromagnetics Key Laboratory, Zhejiang University School of Medicine, Hangzhou 310058, China
- Institute of Environmental Medicine, Zhejiang University School of Medicine, Hangzhou 310058, China
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Liu S, Dong J, Fang X, Yan X, Zhang H, Hu Y, Zhu Q, Li R, Liu Q, Liu S, Liao C, Jiang G. Nanoscale Zinc-Based Metal-Organic Frameworks Induce Neurotoxicity by Disturbing the Metabolism of Catecholamine Neurotransmitters. Environ Sci Technol 2023; 57:5380-5390. [PMID: 36942846 DOI: 10.1021/acs.est.2c09740] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 06/18/2023]
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As a group of new nanomaterials, nanoscale metal-organic frameworks (MOFs) are widely applied in the biomedical field, exerting unknown risks to the human body, especially the central nervous system. Herein, the impacts of MOF-74-Zn nanoparticles on neurological behaviors and neurotransmitter metabolism are explored in both in vivo and in vitro assays modeled by C57BL/6 mice and PC12 cells, respectively. The mice exhibit increased negative-like behaviors, as demonstrated by the observed decrease in exploring behaviors and increase in despair-like behaviors in the open field test and forced swimming test after exposure to low doses of MOF-74-Zn nanoparticles. Disorders in the catecholamine neurotransmitter metabolism may be responsible for the MOF-74-Zn-induced abnormal behaviors. Part of the reason for this is the inhibition of neurotransmitter synthesis caused by restrained neurite extension. In addition, MOF-74-Zn promotes the translocation of more calcium into the cytoplasm, accelerating the release and uptake and finally resulting in an imbalance between synthesis and catabolism. Taken together, the results from this study indicate the human toxicity risks of nanoscale low-toxicity metal-based MOFs and provide valuable insight into the rational and safe use of MOF nanomaterials.
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- Shuang Liu
- State Key Laboratory of Environmental Chemistry and Ecotoxicology, Research Center for Eco-Environmental Sciences, Chinese Academy of Sciences, Beijing 100085, China
- University of Chinese Academy of Sciences, Beijing 100049, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Environmental Chemistry and Ecotoxicology, Research Center for Eco-Environmental Sciences, Chinese Academy of Sciences, Beijing 100085, China
- University of Chinese Academy of Sciences, Beijing 100049, China
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- Tianjin Key Lab of Ophthalmology and Visual Science, Tianjin Eye Hospital, Tianjin 300020, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Environmental Chemistry and Ecotoxicology, Research Center for Eco-Environmental Sciences, Chinese Academy of Sciences, Beijing 100085, China
- Analytical and Testing Center, Sichuan University, Chengdu, Sichuan 610064, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Environmental Chemistry and Ecotoxicology, Research Center for Eco-Environmental Sciences, Chinese Academy of Sciences, Beijing 100085, China
- University of Chinese Academy of Sciences, Beijing 100049, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Environmental Chemistry and Ecotoxicology, Research Center for Eco-Environmental Sciences, Chinese Academy of Sciences, Beijing 100085, China
- University of Chinese Academy of Sciences, Beijing 100049, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Environmental Chemistry and Ecotoxicology, Research Center for Eco-Environmental Sciences, Chinese Academy of Sciences, Beijing 100085, China
- University of Chinese Academy of Sciences, Beijing 100049, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Radiation Medicine and Protection, School for Radiological and Interdisciplinary Sciences (RAD-X), Collaborative Innovation Center of Radiological Medicine of Jiangsu Higher Education Institutions, Soochow University, Suzhou, Jiangsu 215123, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Environmental Chemistry and Ecotoxicology, Research Center for Eco-Environmental Sciences, Chinese Academy of Sciences, Beijing 100085, China
- University of Chinese Academy of Sciences, Beijing 100049, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Environmental Chemistry and Ecotoxicology, Research Center for Eco-Environmental Sciences, Chinese Academy of Sciences, Beijing 100085, China
- University of Chinese Academy of Sciences, Beijing 100049, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Environmental Chemistry and Ecotoxicology, Research Center for Eco-Environmental Sciences, Chinese Academy of Sciences, Beijing 100085, China
- University of Chinese Academy of Sciences, Beijing 100049, China
- School of Environment, Hangzhou Institute for Advanced Study, UCAS, Hangzhou, Zhejiang 310024, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Environmental Chemistry and Ecotoxicology, Research Center for Eco-Environmental Sciences, Chinese Academy of Sciences, Beijing 100085, China
- University of Chinese Academy of Sciences, Beijing 100049, China
- School of Environment, Hangzhou Institute for Advanced Study, UCAS, Hangzhou, Zhejiang 310024, China
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