Cashew processing in Côte d’Ivoire focuses only on the cashew nut, to the detriment of the apple. Only a very small proportion of the apple is processed into juice. The aim of this work is to enhance the value o...Cashew processing in Côte d’Ivoire focuses only on the cashew nut, to the detriment of the apple. Only a very small proportion of the apple is processed into juice. The aim of this work is to enhance the value of cashew apples by transforming them into jam. Specifically, the aim was first to characterize the sensory properties of cashew apple jam formulations using baobab powder as a source of pectin and then to optimise the formulations. A Box-Behken design with pH, Sugar, and Baobab as factors was used to model and characterize the jam sensory descriptors, and a multivariate analysis with SensomineR was used to characterize the jam formulations. The desirability function was used to optimise the formulations. The results show globally significant regressions at the 0.05 threshold for the sensory descriptors Gelling, Brilliance, Smell, Sweetness, and (-)Astringency, with the exception of (-)Salinity. The R2 coefficients are greater than 80%. The factors studied could have effects on the sensory descriptors of cashew jam formulations. The Baobab had the main effect on the gelling, smell, and astringency of the jams. Brilliance depended on the added sugar. A product effect (p < 0.001) was observed for the descriptors Smell, Gelling, Brilliance, and Sweetness, as these allowed the panelists to find differences between the formulations. Optimum jam formulation can be achieved with 51.56% sugar and 2.12% Baobab at a pH of 3.15. Cashew apple jam using Baobab offers opportunities to add value to apples that have long been abandoned in the field. It would be important to find conditions for prolonged storage of this jam.展开更多
This work focuses on the formulation of a dietary cold sauce,mayonnaise,which combines the therapeutic properties of two basic ingredients:PSO(Pumpkin Seed Oil)and quail egg,both of which are renowned for their high f...This work focuses on the formulation of a dietary cold sauce,mayonnaise,which combines the therapeutic properties of two basic ingredients:PSO(Pumpkin Seed Oil)and quail egg,both of which are renowned for their high functional properties.PSO is essentially made up of unsaturated fatty acids(50%to 65%)including linoleic acid,from the omega 6 family,oleic acid(20%to 50%),a monounsaturated fatty acid(omega 9),cucurbitin,phytosterols,tri-terpenes and vitamin E(3.5 mg%).The nutritional,fatty acid,vitamin and mineral compositions of the mayonnaise compared with the ingredients,the physico-chemical characteristics of the quail egg,the PSO and the tasting of the mayonnaise were determined and gave results in terms of variable contents which are recorded in Tables 2-8.The results obtained were satisfactory.Mayonnaise,a semi-solid emulsion of oil in water with viscoelastic properties due to the network formed by lipoproteins adsorbed around neighbouring drops of oil,was prepared using the ratio of quail egg and PSO 1/4.This study may offer an alternative way of making dietary sauces.展开更多
Background:Fuke Huahuang formulation(FHF)is widely used in the treatment of vaginitis,with clinical evidence indicating its promising anti-inflammatory properties.Methods:We explored the bioactive components and poten...Background:Fuke Huahuang formulation(FHF)is widely used in the treatment of vaginitis,with clinical evidence indicating its promising anti-inflammatory properties.Methods:We explored the bioactive components and potential mechanisms of FHF for treating vaginitis,and reveal its pharmacological activities against vaginitis.Results:A total of 12 anti-inflammatory components in FHF and 584 pharmacological targets were identified.Furthermore,1427 vaginitis-associated targets were identified,and 184 intersection targets between FHF and vaginitis were constructed for network analysis.Gene Ontology and pathway analysis revealed that the therapeutical targets of FHF against vaginitis are involved in modulating inflammatory stress,enhancing immunoregulation,reconstructing the microenvironment,and suppressing cell damage.Molecular docking analysis further suggested the possible direct binding of the bioactive compounds of FHF(fumarine)to the core targets,including AKT Serine/Threonine Kinase 1(AKT1),Signal Transducer and Activator of Transcription 3(STAT3),and nuclear factor-kappaB(NF-κB).Experimental validation found that FHF-treated vaginitis rats exhibited reduced intracellular AKT1,STAT3,and NF-κB protein expressions.Conclusion:Overall,we identified the bioactive compounds and pharmacological mechanisms of FHF against vaginitis,thus offering a theoretical fundament for exploring FHF for treating vaginitis in the future.展开更多
In recent years,the rising prevalence of respiratory diseases,coupled with advancements in biotechnology and pharmacology,has positioned inhalable formulations as a preferred method of drug administration.This approac...In recent years,the rising prevalence of respiratory diseases,coupled with advancements in biotechnology and pharmacology,has positioned inhalable formulations as a preferred method of drug administration.This approach enables direct and rapid delivery of medication to the lungs,maximizing therapeutic effects while minimizing dosage and potential side effects.In this review,we meticulously examined current literature and clinical trial databases to present a comprehensive overview of three key areas:(1)inhalation devices currently utilized in clinical settings;(2)the clinical applications of approved inhalable formulations;and(3)preclinical research on inhalable treatments targeting various lung conditions,including pulmonary infections,tuberculosis,lung cancer,pulmonary fibrosis,as well as systemic diseases like Parkinson’s disease.The objective was to delve into both foundational research and the clinical use of inhalable formulations within the pharmaceutical field,with the aim of fostering their broader adoption and guiding the development of inhalable therapies for a more comprehensive range of diseases.展开更多
BACKGROUND Diabetic nephropathy(DN)is a major complication of diabetes,marked by progressive renal damage and an inflammatory response.Although research has investigated the pathological mechanisms underlying DN,effec...BACKGROUND Diabetic nephropathy(DN)is a major complication of diabetes,marked by progressive renal damage and an inflammatory response.Although research has investigated the pathological mechanisms underlying DN,effective treatment options remain limited.AIM To evaluate the therapeutic impact of Shenzhuo formulation(SZF)on a DN mouse model and to examine its potential molecular mechanisms using transcriptomic and metabolomic approaches.METHODS We established a DN mouse model through a high-fat diet combined with streptozotocin(STZ)injection,followed by SZF treatment.We analyzed SZF’s effects on gene expression and metabolite profiles in renal tissues of DN mice using transcriptomics and metabolomics techniques.Additionally,based on transcriptomic and non-targeted metabolomic findings,we further assessed SZF’s influence on the expression of factors related to the cytochrome P450(CYP450)-mediated arachidonic acid(AA)metabolism pathway,as well as its effects on inflammation and oxidative stress.RESULTS SZF intervention significantly decreased hyperglycemia and mitigated renal function impairment in DN mice.Pathological analysis revealed that SZF treatment improved renal tissue damage,reduced fibrosis,and diminished glycogen deposition.Transcriptomic analysis indicated that SZF influenced mRNA expression of CYP450-related genes,including Cyp2j13,Cyp2b9,Pla2 g2e/Cyp4a12a,Cyp4a32,Cyp2e1,and Cyp4a14.Non-targeted metabolomic results demonstrated that SZF altered the levels of metabolites associated with the AA metabolic pathway,including 5,6-EET,14,15-EET,phosphatidylcholine,and 20-HETE.Further experiments showed that SZF upregulated the expression of CYP4A and CYP2E proteins in renal tissue,as well as CYP2J and CYP2B proteins.Additionally,SZF significantly reduced the expression of inflammatory factors in renal tissue,enhanced antioxidant enzyme activity,and alleviated oxidative stress.CONCLUSION SZF exerts anti-inflammatory and antioxidant effects by regulating CYP450-mediated AA metabolism,leading to improved renal function and improved pathological state in DN mice.展开更多
Sustainable extraction methods for natural extracts are crucial for mitigating environmental impact.Strategies that focus on waste reduction and resource efficiency contribute to long-term conservation.Hemp seeds,whic...Sustainable extraction methods for natural extracts are crucial for mitigating environmental impact.Strategies that focus on waste reduction and resource efficiency contribute to long-term conservation.Hemp seeds,which were previously treated as waste product,are now valued for their nutrition and functional properties.This study investigated sustainable extraction methods for obtaining natural extracts from hemp seeds,with a focus on reducing environmental impact through efficient resource utilization and waste reduction.The extraction methods compared included supercritical fluid extraction(SFE),Soxhlet extraction(SOX),ultrasound-assisted extraction(UAE),cold maceration(CM),and cold pressing(CP).The contents of antioxidants,total phenols,and fatty acids in the extracts were analyzed via gas chromatography-mass spectrometry(GC-MS).The extracts were subsequently formulated into organogels to evaluate the stability of the fatty acids.The results showed that SFE and CP were the most efficient and environmentally friendly methods,with SFE allowing complete separation of the solvent from the extract.CP was also found to be effective and environmentally friendly.The study confirmed that formulating extracts in organogels effectively inhibited fatty acid oxidation,although a reduction in fatty acid content was observed during gel production.Overall,the formulation of extracts in organogels increased their stability,especially in preventing fatty acid degradation.展开更多
Chinese cabbage(Brassica rapa subsp.pekinensis)is a widely cultivated vegetable crop in Asia with significant economic importance(Li et al.,2024;Yu et al.,2024).As a potyvirus with the broad host range,turnip mosaic v...Chinese cabbage(Brassica rapa subsp.pekinensis)is a widely cultivated vegetable crop in Asia with significant economic importance(Li et al.,2024;Yu et al.,2024).As a potyvirus with the broad host range,turnip mosaic virus(TuMV)is a major pathogen affecting Chinese cabbages,leading to severe yield losses(Li et al.,2019).Traditional control measures have shown limited efficacy,and the long-term use of chemical pesticides has led to significant issues such as environmental pollution and pathogen resistance(Samara et al.,2021;Lu et al.,2022).Biologicallyderived pesticides have garnered considerable attention owing to their eco-friendly attributes(Ayilara et al.,2023).γ-Aminobutyric acid(GABA),initially discovered in potato tubers,has been proven to regulate immune responses and enhance resistance to fungal and bacterial pathogens by modulating reactive oxygen species and stress-related hormone signals(Tarkowski et al.,2020;Wang et al.,2025).But biologically-derived agents typically face challenges such as large particle size and instability,which limit their practical application and bioavailability(Daraban et al.,2023).展开更多
Previous study has shown that 10-hydroxycamptothecin（HCPT） has well-established pharmacological effects in vitro.However,its in vivo bioavailability is very poor due to various problems,which severely restricts its ...Previous study has shown that 10-hydroxycamptothecin（HCPT） has well-established pharmacological effects in vitro.However,its in vivo bioavailability is very poor due to various problems,which severely restricts its clinical applications.In the present study,phospholipid complex（PC） technology was employed to improve the solubility and bioavailability of HCPT.XRD data confirmed the formation of HCPT-PC.However,our previously prepared HCPT-PC is too sticky,which may result in the slow dissolution rate and negative effects on its absorption.Therefore,we prepared HCPT-PC-solid dispersion（HCPT-PC-SD）and lipid-based formulations of HCPT-PC through simple preparation process.The results showed that the dissolution rate of HCPT-PC was effectively improved by solid dispersion technology,which reached 91.73%in 45 min.Pharmacokinetic study revealed that the AUC_（0-t） of HCPT-PC-SD and HCPT-PC lipid-based formulations was effectively further increased compared with HCPT-PC.Moreover,we found that the combination of SD technology and lipid-base formulations could be a promising drug-delivery system to improve the oral bioavailability of HCPT-PC.In addition,we showed that the bioavailability of HCPT-PC lipid-base formulations was even greater than that of HCPT-PC-SD.In particular,lipid-base formulations could be prepared just by a simple method,suggesting its feasibility of industrialization.展开更多
Aim To research the computer optimization design in material formulation. Methods The professional software including experimental design, mathematical modeling and optimization of single and multiple purposes was d...Aim To research the computer optimization design in material formulation. Methods The professional software including experimental design, mathematical modeling and optimization of single and multiple purposes was developed and applied to the formulation design for the flame retardant ethylenepropylene-diene mischpolymer (EPDM) insulation composites. With the aid of equipartition design, the mathematical models were established based on the optimization of the four properties (limiting oxygen index, volume resistance, tensile strength and elongation). Results The models from limited experiments had good significance, and the modeling analysis conclusions were in good agreement with later experiments. The optimization formulation was practically excellent. Conclusion The software enables practically a comprehensive multi-purpose use of material formulation research.展开更多
OBJECTIVE: To evaluate the protective effects of Lubeikangru formula(LF) on hyperplasia of the mammary glands(HMG) induced by estrogen and progesterone in mice.METHODS: Female mice were divided randomly into five grou...OBJECTIVE: To evaluate the protective effects of Lubeikangru formula(LF) on hyperplasia of the mammary glands(HMG) induced by estrogen and progesterone in mice.METHODS: Female mice were divided randomly into five groups: normal, model, tamoxifen(3 mg/kg),Rupixiao(900 mg/kg) and LF(900 mg/kg). All mice except those in the normal group were treated sequentially with estradiol and progesterone to induce HMG. From the tenth day of induction, mice in normal and model groups received distilled water and mice in the other groups were given the corresponding drugs by gavage, once a day, for 30 d.At the end of treatment, the mammary glands, ovaries, hypothalamus, and serum was collected for whole-mount and hematoxylin and eosin(HE)staining, enzyme-linked immunosorbent assays(ELISAs), or western blotting.RESULTS: Whole-mount and HE staining of mammary glands showed that LF rescued(at least in part) the hyperplasic morphology of the mammary glands, and the number of branch points decreased after LF treatment(P < 0.05). ELISAs revealed that levels of estrogen and progesterone were decreased following LF treatment, whereas levels of gonadotropin-releasing hormone, follicle-stimulating hormone, and luteinizing hormone were increased in serum and tissues. Western blotting confirmed that LF treatment led to a reduction in expression of phosphorylated(p)-Erk, p-p38 and p-c-Jun N-terminal kinase. LF was also confirmed to be safe by acute-toxicity tests.CONCLUSION: LF can protect the mammary glands of mice from estrogen-and progesterone-induced hyperplasia by adjusting hormone levels and regulating the mitogen-activated protein kinase pathway.展开更多
In this paper, nonlinear modeling for flexible multibody system with large deformation is investigated. Absolute nodal coordinates are employed to describe the displacement, and variational motion equations of a flexi...In this paper, nonlinear modeling for flexible multibody system with large deformation is investigated. Absolute nodal coordinates are employed to describe the displacement, and variational motion equations of a flexible body are derived on the basis of the geometric nonlinear theory, in which both the shear strain and the transverse normal strain are taken into account. By separating the inner and the boundary nodal coordinates, the motion equations of a flexible multibody system are assembled. The advantage of such formulation is that the constraint equations and the forward recursive equations become linear because the absolute nodal coordinates are used. A spatial double pendulum connected to the ground with a spherical joint is simulated to investigate the dynamic performance of flexible beams with large deformation. Finally, the resultant constant total energy validates the present formulation.展开更多
The previous low-order approximate nonlinear formulations succeeded in capturing the stiffening terms, but failed in simulation of mechanical systems with large deformation due to the neglect of the high-order deforma...The previous low-order approximate nonlinear formulations succeeded in capturing the stiffening terms, but failed in simulation of mechanical systems with large deformation due to the neglect of the high-order deformation terms. In this paper, a new hybrid-coordinate formulation is proposed, which is suitable for flexible multibody systems with large deformation. On the basis of exact strain- displacement relation, equations of motion for flexible multi-body system are derived by using virtual work principle. A matrix separation method is put forward to improve the efficiency of the calculation. Agreement of the present results with those obtained by absolute nodal coordinate formulation （ANCF） verifies the correctness of the proposed formulation. Furthermore, the present results are compared with those obtained by use of the linear model and the low-order approximate nonlinear model to show the suitability of the proposed models.展开更多
This paper presents a new elasticity and finite element formulation for different Young's modulus when tension and compression loadings in anisotropy media. The case studies, such as anisotropy and isotropy, were ...This paper presents a new elasticity and finite element formulation for different Young's modulus when tension and compression loadings in anisotropy media. The case studies, such as anisotropy and isotropy, were investigated. A numerical example was shown to find out the changes of neutral axis at the pure bending beams.展开更多
Four isolates of Bacillus subtilis coded,B4,B7,B8 and B10 were examined as biocontrol agents for their abilities and antagonistic effect on the in vitro growth of certain phytopathogenic fungi of peanut,Rhizoctonia so...Four isolates of Bacillus subtilis coded,B4,B7,B8 and B10 were examined as biocontrol agents for their abilities and antagonistic effect on the in vitro growth of certain phytopathogenic fungi of peanut,Rhizoctonia solani and Sclerotium rolfsii.Bacillus subtilis isolate B4(GenBank accession no.EF150884)was the highly effective one for inhibiting the fungal mycelial growth.Batch fermentation of B.subtilis isolate B4 was carried out and the maximum biomass achieved was 4.53 g L-1 at 11 h.Bacillus subtilis isolate B4 was formulated and evaluated as a biofungicide to reduce peanut soil-borne diseases under greenhouse and field conditions at the side of Rizolex-T(fungicide)as standard.Treatments by formulated plant growth-promoting rhizobacteria(PGPR)B.subtilis B4 and Rizolex-T in a soil infested with R.solani,S.rolfsii and mixture of them were more effective in decreasing percentage of damping-off,root and pod rot disease incidence(%)in greenhouse and open field environment during the two seasons 2015 and 2016.Treatments by PGPR gave highly dry weight and number of healthy pods compared to control of fungi treatment which was nearby to dry weights of healthy pods achieved by treatments by Rizolex-T in a soil infested with S.rolfsii,R.solani and mixture of them.Formulated PGPR B.subtilis B4 gave higher increasing of yield percentage than treatment by Rizolex-T in the two evaluated seasons 2015 and 2016.It can conclude that the produced bioforumlated agent was more efficient as fungicide when compared with the other chemical synthesized fungicides,safe for human and the environment and economy.展开更多
The control volume formulation with the QUICK finite difference scheme is used to solveincompressible liquid flow past a solid sphere in terms of stream function and vorticity.Several tech-nical points are addressed o...The control volume formulation with the QUICK finite difference scheme is used to solveincompressible liquid flow past a solid sphere in terms of stream function and vorticity.Several tech-nical points are addressed on improving the accuracy and efficiency of numerical simulation of similarproblems of fluid flow.In particular,the importance of suitable specification of the distortion func-tion to enforcing the far field boundarv conditions is emphasized.展开更多
3 D printing is a method of rapid prototyping and manufacturing in which materials are deposited onto one another in layers to produce a three-dimensional object. Although 3 D printing was developed in the 1980 s and ...3 D printing is a method of rapid prototyping and manufacturing in which materials are deposited onto one another in layers to produce a three-dimensional object. Although 3 D printing was developed in the 1980 s and the technology has found widespread industrial applications for production from automotive parts to machine tools,its application in pharmaceutical area is still limited. However,the potential of 3 D printing in the pharmaceutical industry is now being recognized. The ability of 3 D printing to produce medications to exact specifications tailored to the needs of individual patients has indicated the possibility of developing personalized medicines. The technology allows dosage forms to be precisely printed in various shapes,sizes and textures that are difficult to produce using traditional techniques. However,there are various challenges associated with the proper application of3 D printing in the pharmaceutical sector which should be overcome to exploit the scope of this technology. In this review,an overview is provided on the various 3 D printing technologies used in fabrication of complex dosage forms along with their feasibility and limitations.展开更多
In this article, a reduced mixed finite element （MFE） formulation based on proper orthogonal decomposition （POD） for the non-stationary conduction-convection problems is presented. Also the error estimates between...In this article, a reduced mixed finite element （MFE） formulation based on proper orthogonal decomposition （POD） for the non-stationary conduction-convection problems is presented. Also the error estimates between the reduced MFE solutions based on POD and usual MFE solutions are derived. It is shown by numerical examples that the results of numerical computation are consistent with theoretical conclusions. Moreover, it is shown that the reduced MFE formulation based on POD is feasible and efficient in finding numerical solutions for the non-stationary conduction-convection problems.展开更多
A dry flowable formulation of Clonostachys rosea with fungicidal activity against Sclerotinia sclerotiorum was prepared by spray drying. The formulation was optimized by a four-factor, three-level orthogonal experimen...A dry flowable formulation of Clonostachys rosea with fungicidal activity against Sclerotinia sclerotiorum was prepared by spray drying. The formulation was optimized by a four-factor, three-level orthogonal experiment to screen inert ingredients and spray-drying conditions. The optimal dry flowable formulation of C. rosea included 30% C. rosea （ratio of conidia powder and its fermentation broth is 1：3）, 3% Morwet EFW, 4% K12, 10% Morwet D425, 9% sodium salt of polynaphthalene sulphonic acid （NNO）, 5% croscarmellose sodium, 5% （NH4）2SO4, 0.5% carboxymethyl cellulose sodium （CMC-Na）, 1% oxalic acid and palygorskite （carrier） up to 100%. The formulation exhibited good physical characteristics, such as high dispersibility, viability and a long shelf life. Plate antagonism tests and pot trials indicated that the dry flowable formulation was very effective against S. sclerotiorum, with control efficiency of up to 88.30%. This dry flowable formulation of C. rosea is a new potential commercial fungicide for spray drying to control S. sclerotiorum.展开更多
文摘Cashew processing in Côte d’Ivoire focuses only on the cashew nut, to the detriment of the apple. Only a very small proportion of the apple is processed into juice. The aim of this work is to enhance the value of cashew apples by transforming them into jam. Specifically, the aim was first to characterize the sensory properties of cashew apple jam formulations using baobab powder as a source of pectin and then to optimise the formulations. A Box-Behken design with pH, Sugar, and Baobab as factors was used to model and characterize the jam sensory descriptors, and a multivariate analysis with SensomineR was used to characterize the jam formulations. The desirability function was used to optimise the formulations. The results show globally significant regressions at the 0.05 threshold for the sensory descriptors Gelling, Brilliance, Smell, Sweetness, and (-)Astringency, with the exception of (-)Salinity. The R2 coefficients are greater than 80%. The factors studied could have effects on the sensory descriptors of cashew jam formulations. The Baobab had the main effect on the gelling, smell, and astringency of the jams. Brilliance depended on the added sugar. A product effect (p < 0.001) was observed for the descriptors Smell, Gelling, Brilliance, and Sweetness, as these allowed the panelists to find differences between the formulations. Optimum jam formulation can be achieved with 51.56% sugar and 2.12% Baobab at a pH of 3.15. Cashew apple jam using Baobab offers opportunities to add value to apples that have long been abandoned in the field. It would be important to find conditions for prolonged storage of this jam.
文摘This work focuses on the formulation of a dietary cold sauce,mayonnaise,which combines the therapeutic properties of two basic ingredients:PSO(Pumpkin Seed Oil)and quail egg,both of which are renowned for their high functional properties.PSO is essentially made up of unsaturated fatty acids(50%to 65%)including linoleic acid,from the omega 6 family,oleic acid(20%to 50%),a monounsaturated fatty acid(omega 9),cucurbitin,phytosterols,tri-terpenes and vitamin E(3.5 mg%).The nutritional,fatty acid,vitamin and mineral compositions of the mayonnaise compared with the ingredients,the physico-chemical characteristics of the quail egg,the PSO and the tasting of the mayonnaise were determined and gave results in terms of variable contents which are recorded in Tables 2-8.The results obtained were satisfactory.Mayonnaise,a semi-solid emulsion of oil in water with viscoelastic properties due to the network formed by lipoproteins adsorbed around neighbouring drops of oil,was prepared using the ratio of quail egg and PSO 1/4.This study may offer an alternative way of making dietary sauces.
文摘Background:Fuke Huahuang formulation(FHF)is widely used in the treatment of vaginitis,with clinical evidence indicating its promising anti-inflammatory properties.Methods:We explored the bioactive components and potential mechanisms of FHF for treating vaginitis,and reveal its pharmacological activities against vaginitis.Results:A total of 12 anti-inflammatory components in FHF and 584 pharmacological targets were identified.Furthermore,1427 vaginitis-associated targets were identified,and 184 intersection targets between FHF and vaginitis were constructed for network analysis.Gene Ontology and pathway analysis revealed that the therapeutical targets of FHF against vaginitis are involved in modulating inflammatory stress,enhancing immunoregulation,reconstructing the microenvironment,and suppressing cell damage.Molecular docking analysis further suggested the possible direct binding of the bioactive compounds of FHF(fumarine)to the core targets,including AKT Serine/Threonine Kinase 1(AKT1),Signal Transducer and Activator of Transcription 3(STAT3),and nuclear factor-kappaB(NF-κB).Experimental validation found that FHF-treated vaginitis rats exhibited reduced intracellular AKT1,STAT3,and NF-κB protein expressions.Conclusion:Overall,we identified the bioactive compounds and pharmacological mechanisms of FHF against vaginitis,thus offering a theoretical fundament for exploring FHF for treating vaginitis in the future.
文摘In recent years,the rising prevalence of respiratory diseases,coupled with advancements in biotechnology and pharmacology,has positioned inhalable formulations as a preferred method of drug administration.This approach enables direct and rapid delivery of medication to the lungs,maximizing therapeutic effects while minimizing dosage and potential side effects.In this review,we meticulously examined current literature and clinical trial databases to present a comprehensive overview of three key areas:(1)inhalation devices currently utilized in clinical settings;(2)the clinical applications of approved inhalable formulations;and(3)preclinical research on inhalable treatments targeting various lung conditions,including pulmonary infections,tuberculosis,lung cancer,pulmonary fibrosis,as well as systemic diseases like Parkinson’s disease.The objective was to delve into both foundational research and the clinical use of inhalable formulations within the pharmaceutical field,with the aim of fostering their broader adoption and guiding the development of inhalable therapies for a more comprehensive range of diseases.
基金Supported by the Natural Science Foundation of Hebei Province Beijing-Tianjin-Hebei Basic Research Special Program,No.H2020110287Key Laboratory for Diabetic Kidney Disease Syndrome and Treatment of the Traditional Chinese Medicine Administration of Hebei Province,No.7[2024]+2 种基金Yuansong Wang National Famous Traditional Chinese Medicine Expert Heritage Studio,No.3[2024]Hebei Key Laboratory of Integrated Traditional Chinese and Western Medicine for Diabetes and Its Complications,No.SZX2020015Jiangsu Province Chinese Medicine Science and Technology Development Program Project,No.YB2020065.
文摘BACKGROUND Diabetic nephropathy(DN)is a major complication of diabetes,marked by progressive renal damage and an inflammatory response.Although research has investigated the pathological mechanisms underlying DN,effective treatment options remain limited.AIM To evaluate the therapeutic impact of Shenzhuo formulation(SZF)on a DN mouse model and to examine its potential molecular mechanisms using transcriptomic and metabolomic approaches.METHODS We established a DN mouse model through a high-fat diet combined with streptozotocin(STZ)injection,followed by SZF treatment.We analyzed SZF’s effects on gene expression and metabolite profiles in renal tissues of DN mice using transcriptomics and metabolomics techniques.Additionally,based on transcriptomic and non-targeted metabolomic findings,we further assessed SZF’s influence on the expression of factors related to the cytochrome P450(CYP450)-mediated arachidonic acid(AA)metabolism pathway,as well as its effects on inflammation and oxidative stress.RESULTS SZF intervention significantly decreased hyperglycemia and mitigated renal function impairment in DN mice.Pathological analysis revealed that SZF treatment improved renal tissue damage,reduced fibrosis,and diminished glycogen deposition.Transcriptomic analysis indicated that SZF influenced mRNA expression of CYP450-related genes,including Cyp2j13,Cyp2b9,Pla2 g2e/Cyp4a12a,Cyp4a32,Cyp2e1,and Cyp4a14.Non-targeted metabolomic results demonstrated that SZF altered the levels of metabolites associated with the AA metabolic pathway,including 5,6-EET,14,15-EET,phosphatidylcholine,and 20-HETE.Further experiments showed that SZF upregulated the expression of CYP4A and CYP2E proteins in renal tissue,as well as CYP2J and CYP2B proteins.Additionally,SZF significantly reduced the expression of inflammatory factors in renal tissue,enhanced antioxidant enzyme activity,and alleviated oxidative stress.CONCLUSION SZF exerts anti-inflammatory and antioxidant effects by regulating CYP450-mediated AA metabolism,leading to improved renal function and improved pathological state in DN mice.
基金Support from the Slovenian Research Agency through grant P2-0046 L2-3175 is gratefully acknowledgedthe funding within the project‘Upgrading National Research Infrastructures—RIUM’cofinanced by the Republic of Slovenia,the Ministry of Higher Education,Science and Innovation,and the European Union from the European Regional Development Fund.
文摘Sustainable extraction methods for natural extracts are crucial for mitigating environmental impact.Strategies that focus on waste reduction and resource efficiency contribute to long-term conservation.Hemp seeds,which were previously treated as waste product,are now valued for their nutrition and functional properties.This study investigated sustainable extraction methods for obtaining natural extracts from hemp seeds,with a focus on reducing environmental impact through efficient resource utilization and waste reduction.The extraction methods compared included supercritical fluid extraction(SFE),Soxhlet extraction(SOX),ultrasound-assisted extraction(UAE),cold maceration(CM),and cold pressing(CP).The contents of antioxidants,total phenols,and fatty acids in the extracts were analyzed via gas chromatography-mass spectrometry(GC-MS).The extracts were subsequently formulated into organogels to evaluate the stability of the fatty acids.The results showed that SFE and CP were the most efficient and environmentally friendly methods,with SFE allowing complete separation of the solvent from the extract.CP was also found to be effective and environmentally friendly.The study confirmed that formulating extracts in organogels effectively inhibited fatty acid oxidation,although a reduction in fatty acid content was observed during gel production.Overall,the formulation of extracts in organogels increased their stability,especially in preventing fatty acid degradation.
基金supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China(Grant Nos.32402564,32330096,32372631)Hebei Natural Science Foundation(Grant No.C2024204246)+1 种基金the Pinduoduo-China Agricultural University Research Fund(Grant No.PC2023B02018)the 2115 Talent Development Program of China Agricultural University.
文摘Chinese cabbage(Brassica rapa subsp.pekinensis)is a widely cultivated vegetable crop in Asia with significant economic importance(Li et al.,2024;Yu et al.,2024).As a potyvirus with the broad host range,turnip mosaic virus(TuMV)is a major pathogen affecting Chinese cabbages,leading to severe yield losses(Li et al.,2019).Traditional control measures have shown limited efficacy,and the long-term use of chemical pesticides has led to significant issues such as environmental pollution and pathogen resistance(Samara et al.,2021;Lu et al.,2022).Biologicallyderived pesticides have garnered considerable attention owing to their eco-friendly attributes(Ayilara et al.,2023).γ-Aminobutyric acid(GABA),initially discovered in potato tubers,has been proven to regulate immune responses and enhance resistance to fungal and bacterial pathogens by modulating reactive oxygen species and stress-related hormone signals(Tarkowski et al.,2020;Wang et al.,2025).But biologically-derived agents typically face challenges such as large particle size and instability,which limit their practical application and bioavailability(Daraban et al.,2023).
基金Science and Technology Department of Henan province Fund Project(Grant No.144300510019)
文摘Previous study has shown that 10-hydroxycamptothecin（HCPT） has well-established pharmacological effects in vitro.However,its in vivo bioavailability is very poor due to various problems,which severely restricts its clinical applications.In the present study,phospholipid complex（PC） technology was employed to improve the solubility and bioavailability of HCPT.XRD data confirmed the formation of HCPT-PC.However,our previously prepared HCPT-PC is too sticky,which may result in the slow dissolution rate and negative effects on its absorption.Therefore,we prepared HCPT-PC-solid dispersion（HCPT-PC-SD）and lipid-based formulations of HCPT-PC through simple preparation process.The results showed that the dissolution rate of HCPT-PC was effectively improved by solid dispersion technology,which reached 91.73%in 45 min.Pharmacokinetic study revealed that the AUC_（0-t） of HCPT-PC-SD and HCPT-PC lipid-based formulations was effectively further increased compared with HCPT-PC.Moreover,we found that the combination of SD technology and lipid-base formulations could be a promising drug-delivery system to improve the oral bioavailability of HCPT-PC.In addition,we showed that the bioavailability of HCPT-PC lipid-base formulations was even greater than that of HCPT-PC-SD.In particular,lipid-base formulations could be prepared just by a simple method,suggesting its feasibility of industrialization.
文摘Aim To research the computer optimization design in material formulation. Methods The professional software including experimental design, mathematical modeling and optimization of single and multiple purposes was developed and applied to the formulation design for the flame retardant ethylenepropylene-diene mischpolymer (EPDM) insulation composites. With the aid of equipartition design, the mathematical models were established based on the optimization of the four properties (limiting oxygen index, volume resistance, tensile strength and elongation). Results The models from limited experiments had good significance, and the modeling analysis conclusions were in good agreement with later experiments. The optimization formulation was practically excellent. Conclusion The software enables practically a comprehensive multi-purpose use of material formulation research.
基金Supported by Shenyang Science and Technology Plan(No.F14-199-4-00)Natural Science foundation of Liaoning Province(No.L20170540629)National Natural Science Foundation of China(No.81403396)
文摘OBJECTIVE: To evaluate the protective effects of Lubeikangru formula(LF) on hyperplasia of the mammary glands(HMG) induced by estrogen and progesterone in mice.METHODS: Female mice were divided randomly into five groups: normal, model, tamoxifen(3 mg/kg),Rupixiao(900 mg/kg) and LF(900 mg/kg). All mice except those in the normal group were treated sequentially with estradiol and progesterone to induce HMG. From the tenth day of induction, mice in normal and model groups received distilled water and mice in the other groups were given the corresponding drugs by gavage, once a day, for 30 d.At the end of treatment, the mammary glands, ovaries, hypothalamus, and serum was collected for whole-mount and hematoxylin and eosin(HE)staining, enzyme-linked immunosorbent assays(ELISAs), or western blotting.RESULTS: Whole-mount and HE staining of mammary glands showed that LF rescued(at least in part) the hyperplasic morphology of the mammary glands, and the number of branch points decreased after LF treatment(P < 0.05). ELISAs revealed that levels of estrogen and progesterone were decreased following LF treatment, whereas levels of gonadotropin-releasing hormone, follicle-stimulating hormone, and luteinizing hormone were increased in serum and tissues. Western blotting confirmed that LF treatment led to a reduction in expression of phosphorylated(p)-Erk, p-p38 and p-c-Jun N-terminal kinase. LF was also confirmed to be safe by acute-toxicity tests.CONCLUSION: LF can protect the mammary glands of mice from estrogen-and progesterone-induced hyperplasia by adjusting hormone levels and regulating the mitogen-activated protein kinase pathway.
基金The project supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China(10472066,10372057)The English text was polished by Yunming Chen.
文摘In this paper, nonlinear modeling for flexible multibody system with large deformation is investigated. Absolute nodal coordinates are employed to describe the displacement, and variational motion equations of a flexible body are derived on the basis of the geometric nonlinear theory, in which both the shear strain and the transverse normal strain are taken into account. By separating the inner and the boundary nodal coordinates, the motion equations of a flexible multibody system are assembled. The advantage of such formulation is that the constraint equations and the forward recursive equations become linear because the absolute nodal coordinates are used. A spatial double pendulum connected to the ground with a spherical joint is simulated to investigate the dynamic performance of flexible beams with large deformation. Finally, the resultant constant total energy validates the present formulation.
基金the National Natural Science Foundation of China(10472066,50475021).
文摘The previous low-order approximate nonlinear formulations succeeded in capturing the stiffening terms, but failed in simulation of mechanical systems with large deformation due to the neglect of the high-order deformation terms. In this paper, a new hybrid-coordinate formulation is proposed, which is suitable for flexible multibody systems with large deformation. On the basis of exact strain- displacement relation, equations of motion for flexible multi-body system are derived by using virtual work principle. A matrix separation method is put forward to improve the efficiency of the calculation. Agreement of the present results with those obtained by absolute nodal coordinate formulation （ANCF） verifies the correctness of the proposed formulation. Furthermore, the present results are compared with those obtained by use of the linear model and the low-order approximate nonlinear model to show the suitability of the proposed models.
文摘This paper presents a new elasticity and finite element formulation for different Young's modulus when tension and compression loadings in anisotropy media. The case studies, such as anisotropy and isotropy, were investigated. A numerical example was shown to find out the changes of neutral axis at the pure bending beams.
文摘Four isolates of Bacillus subtilis coded,B4,B7,B8 and B10 were examined as biocontrol agents for their abilities and antagonistic effect on the in vitro growth of certain phytopathogenic fungi of peanut,Rhizoctonia solani and Sclerotium rolfsii.Bacillus subtilis isolate B4(GenBank accession no.EF150884)was the highly effective one for inhibiting the fungal mycelial growth.Batch fermentation of B.subtilis isolate B4 was carried out and the maximum biomass achieved was 4.53 g L-1 at 11 h.Bacillus subtilis isolate B4 was formulated and evaluated as a biofungicide to reduce peanut soil-borne diseases under greenhouse and field conditions at the side of Rizolex-T(fungicide)as standard.Treatments by formulated plant growth-promoting rhizobacteria(PGPR)B.subtilis B4 and Rizolex-T in a soil infested with R.solani,S.rolfsii and mixture of them were more effective in decreasing percentage of damping-off,root and pod rot disease incidence(%)in greenhouse and open field environment during the two seasons 2015 and 2016.Treatments by PGPR gave highly dry weight and number of healthy pods compared to control of fungi treatment which was nearby to dry weights of healthy pods achieved by treatments by Rizolex-T in a soil infested with S.rolfsii,R.solani and mixture of them.Formulated PGPR B.subtilis B4 gave higher increasing of yield percentage than treatment by Rizolex-T in the two evaluated seasons 2015 and 2016.It can conclude that the produced bioforumlated agent was more efficient as fungicide when compared with the other chemical synthesized fungicides,safe for human and the environment and economy.
基金Supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China.
文摘The control volume formulation with the QUICK finite difference scheme is used to solveincompressible liquid flow past a solid sphere in terms of stream function and vorticity.Several tech-nical points are addressed on improving the accuracy and efficiency of numerical simulation of similarproblems of fluid flow.In particular,the importance of suitable specification of the distortion func-tion to enforcing the far field boundarv conditions is emphasized.
基金supported by Keimyung University Research Grant of 2017
文摘3 D printing is a method of rapid prototyping and manufacturing in which materials are deposited onto one another in layers to produce a three-dimensional object. Although 3 D printing was developed in the 1980 s and the technology has found widespread industrial applications for production from automotive parts to machine tools,its application in pharmaceutical area is still limited. However,the potential of 3 D printing in the pharmaceutical industry is now being recognized. The ability of 3 D printing to produce medications to exact specifications tailored to the needs of individual patients has indicated the possibility of developing personalized medicines. The technology allows dosage forms to be precisely printed in various shapes,sizes and textures that are difficult to produce using traditional techniques. However,there are various challenges associated with the proper application of3 D printing in the pharmaceutical sector which should be overcome to exploit the scope of this technology. In this review,an overview is provided on the various 3 D printing technologies used in fabrication of complex dosage forms along with their feasibility and limitations.
基金supported by the National Science Foundation of China (10871022 11061009+5 种基金 40821092)the National Basic Research Program (2010CB428403 2009CB421407 2010CB951001)Natural Science Foundation of Hebei Province (A2010001663)Chinese Universities Scientific Fund (2009-2-05)
文摘In this article, a reduced mixed finite element （MFE） formulation based on proper orthogonal decomposition （POD） for the non-stationary conduction-convection problems is presented. Also the error estimates between the reduced MFE solutions based on POD and usual MFE solutions are derived. It is shown by numerical examples that the results of numerical computation are consistent with theoretical conclusions. Moreover, it is shown that the reduced MFE formulation based on POD is feasible and efficient in finding numerical solutions for the non-stationary conduction-convection problems.
基金supported by grants from the Fundamental Research Funds for the Central Universities, China (2572016DA02)the National Natural Science Foundation of China (31570642)the Science and Technology Innovation and Entrepreneurship Projects of Returned Overseas Personnel in Jilin Province, China (2013-36)
文摘A dry flowable formulation of Clonostachys rosea with fungicidal activity against Sclerotinia sclerotiorum was prepared by spray drying. The formulation was optimized by a four-factor, three-level orthogonal experiment to screen inert ingredients and spray-drying conditions. The optimal dry flowable formulation of C. rosea included 30% C. rosea （ratio of conidia powder and its fermentation broth is 1：3）, 3% Morwet EFW, 4% K12, 10% Morwet D425, 9% sodium salt of polynaphthalene sulphonic acid （NNO）, 5% croscarmellose sodium, 5% （NH4）2SO4, 0.5% carboxymethyl cellulose sodium （CMC-Na）, 1% oxalic acid and palygorskite （carrier） up to 100%. The formulation exhibited good physical characteristics, such as high dispersibility, viability and a long shelf life. Plate antagonism tests and pot trials indicated that the dry flowable formulation was very effective against S. sclerotiorum, with control efficiency of up to 88.30%. This dry flowable formulation of C. rosea is a new potential commercial fungicide for spray drying to control S. sclerotiorum.
