Salinization of agricultural land is becoming increasingly severe worldwide,posing a significant threat to food security.The exogenous application of bioactive substances has been widely used to enhance plant resistan...Salinization of agricultural land is becoming increasingly severe worldwide,posing a significant threat to food security.The exogenous application of bioactive substances has been widely used to enhance plant resistance to salt stress.In this study,we used corn steep liquor(CSL),myo-inositol(MI),and their combination to improve salt tolerance in Chinese cabbage(Brassica rapa L.ssp.pekinensis)under salt stress conditions.All three treatments significantly increased plant biomass and nutrient uptake,and improved soil physicochemical properties,while alleviating oxidative damage and ion toxicity.展开更多
Background:Although many sugars are known antibacterial in higher concentrations(>50%W/V)and a few at low concentrations too(≤1 mg/mL),most of the studies are limited to only a few reference isolates,therefore no ...Background:Although many sugars are known antibacterial in higher concentrations(>50%W/V)and a few at low concentrations too(≤1 mg/mL),most of the studies are limited to only a few reference isolates,therefore no concrete conclusion can be drawn.Methods:This study evaluated the antimicrobial potential of 19 sugars against 8000 isolates of bacteria belonging to 46 genera and also against 30 reference strains of microbes of 14 different species.To determine susceptibility to sugars,a sugar-disc(1 mg)diffusion assay was performed on Mueller Hinton agar using the same method used for antimicrobial susceptibility of microbial strains.Results:In the study,of 3,336 isolates of Gram-positive bacteria 147(4.35%)were susceptible to one or more sugars but only 16(0.37%)of the 4644 isolates of Gram-negative bacteria were susceptible to one or other sugar.Gram-positive bacteria were significantly more often susceptible to one or more sugars than isolates of Gram-negative bacteria(OR 13.33,CI99,6.74–26.37).A total of 163 test-isolates(2.04%)but none of the reference strains were sugar susceptible.Most of the isolates susceptible to sugars(135 of 2,295)were members of the Bacillaceae(36/679)and Micrococcaceae(99/1,616)family.However,out of 5,705 isolates belonging to other bacterial families,only 28 isolates(0.49%)were susceptible to one or more sugars.The most effective to least effective sugars as antibacterial were mannose,inositol,mannitol,sucrose,raffinose,ribose,xylose,trehalose,dulcitol,maltose,lactose,inulin,salicin,melibiose,sorbitol,adonitol,arabinose,glucose,and esculin,inhibiting 69,58,23,14,11,10,10,7,7,7,6,6,5,5,5,5,2,1,and 1 of the test-isolates,respectively.Conclusion:The results are still intriguing in determining the utility of sugar susceptibility of different bacteria and are still beyond making any conclusion for their therapeutic utility.However,the study can be concluded that Gram-positive bacteria are generally more susceptible to lower concentrations of different sugars than Gram-negative bacteria,and various sugars have variable selectivity in their antibacterial effect on multiple types of bacteria.展开更多
BACKGROUND Gestational diabetes mellitus(GDM)poses a substantial health risk during pregnancy.However,the role of myo-inositol(MI)in GDM prevention and management remains controversial due to conflicting evidence and ...BACKGROUND Gestational diabetes mellitus(GDM)poses a substantial health risk during pregnancy.However,the role of myo-inositol(MI)in GDM prevention and management remains controversial due to conflicting evidence and methodological limitations in previous studies.AIM To assess the efficacy of MI in preventing and treating GDM,providing evidencebased guidance for clinical practice.METHODS A systematic review was conducted on studies published on the PubMed,Web of Science,and Embase databases from their inception date to July 2024.Twelve studies encompassing 9018 patients were included in the meta-analysis using fixed-effect and random-effects models.Heterogeneity was quantified with I2 statistics and the Cochrane Q test,and study quality was appraised using the A Measurement Tool to Assess Systematic Reviews 2 checklist.RESULTS MI significantly reduced GDM incidence[relative risk(RR):0.37;95%confidence interval(CI):0.32-0.42],fasting blood glucose[standard mean differences(SMD):-1.31 mg/dL;95%CI:-1.83 to-0.79],and improved glucose tolerance test outcomes at 1-hour(SMD:-2.63 mg/dL;95%CI:-3.87 to-1.40)and 2-hour(SMD:-0.95 mg/dL;95%CI:-1.56 to-0.34).It also decreased the risk of preterm birth(RR:0.37;95%CI:0.28-0.47)and pregnancy-induced hypertension(RR:0.34;95%CI:0.25-0.47).A non-significant trend towards reduced cesarean section rates was observed(RR:0.82;95%CI:0.71-0.94).MI reduced birth weight(SMD:-0.25 kg;95%CI:-0.32 to-0.17),but had no effect on neonatal hypoglycemia(RR:0.30;95%CI:0.08-1.21)or gestational age at birth(SMD:-0.13 weeks;95%CI:-0.04 to 0.29).CONCLUSION MI demonstrates therapeutic potential in GDM prevention and management,supporting its potential use as a preventive supplement in early pregnancy for high-risk women.Nonetheless,its therapeutic effects in women diagnosed with GDM require further validation.展开更多
Objective To explore the effect of acupuncture on the endoplasmic reticulum stress IRE l-CHOP signal pathway and the expression levels of related apoptosis genes in pancreatic tissue of rats with STZ-induced diabetes ...Objective To explore the effect of acupuncture on the endoplasmic reticulum stress IRE l-CHOP signal pathway and the expression levels of related apoptosis genes in pancreatic tissue of rats with STZ-induced diabetes mellitus. Methods Eighty SD rats were selected, among which, 10 were fed with normal diet and taken as blank control group （＂blank group＂ for short）, the other 70 rats were fed with high fat and high glucose food and injected with small dosage of STZ intraperitoneally, and 30 models were established successfully. The models were randomly divided into acupuncture treatment group （~＇acupuncture group＂ for short）, model control group （＂model group＂ for short） and western medicine group （metformin） with 10 rats in each group. After treatment for 4 weeks, RBG, and the expression levels of CHOP, IRE 2, Bax, Bcl-2 protein and mRNA in pancreatic tissue of rats were determined. Result Compared with the conditions before treatment, RBG reduced obviously in the acupuncture group and western medicine group （P〈0.05）, and there was no statistical difference in RBG in the model group and blank group （P〉0.05）; the expression levels of CHOP, IRE 1 and Bax proteins in pancreatic tissue of rats in the model group were significantly higher than those in the blank group （P〈0.05）, the expression results in the acupuncture group and western medicine group were significantly lower than those in model group （P〈0.05）; the expression levels of CHOP, IRE 1 and Bax mRNAs in pancreatic tissue of rats in the model group were significantly higher than those in the blank group （P〈0.01）, the expression results in the acupuncture group and western medicine group were significantly lower than those in the model group （P〈0.01）; the expression level of Bcl-2 protein in the model group was significantly lower than that in the blank group （P〈0.05）, the expression results in the acupuncture group and western medicine group were significantly higher than that in the model group （P〈0.02）; there was no statistical difference between the acupuncture group and western medicine group （P〉0.05）; the expression level of Bcl-2 mRNA in the model group was significantly lower than that in the blank group （P〈0.02）, the expression results in the acupuncture group and western medicine group were significantly higher than that in the model group （P〈0.01）; there was no statistical difference between the acupuncture group and western medicine group （P〉0.05）. Conclusion There was endoplasmic reticulum stress in the pancreatic tissue of rats with STZ-induced diabetes mellitus, and IRE 1-CHOP signal pathway was the main pathway for inhibiting the endoplasmic reticulum stress in the pancreatic tissue. Acupuncture can improve the endoplasmic reticulum stress in pancreatic tissue, inhibit apoptosis genes, and protect the pancreatic tissue through IRE 1-CHOP signal pathway.展开更多
Alzheimer’s disease is a neurodegenerative disorder characterized by the amyloid accumulation in the brains of patients with Alzheimer’s disease.The pathogenesis of Alzheimer’s disease is mainly mediated by the pho...Alzheimer’s disease is a neurodegenerative disorder characterized by the amyloid accumulation in the brains of patients with Alzheimer’s disease.The pathogenesis of Alzheimer’s disease is mainly mediated by the phosphorylation and aggregation of tau protein.Among the multiple causes of tau hyperphosphorylation,brain insulin resistance has generated much attention,and inositols as insulin sensitizers,are currently considered candidates for drug development.The present narrative review revises the interactions between these three elements:Alzheimer’s disease-tau-inositols,which can eventually identify targets for new disease modifiers capable of bringing hope to the millions of people affected by this devastating disease.展开更多
The solubilities and the refractive indices of the saturated solution in the system C 6H 12 O 6 NH 4Cl C 2H 5OH-H 2O ( C 2H 5OH / H 2O=0.90, by wt ) at 35℃ have been determined. The isotherms and r...The solubilities and the refractive indices of the saturated solution in the system C 6H 12 O 6 NH 4Cl C 2H 5OH-H 2O ( C 2H 5OH / H 2O=0.90, by wt ) at 35℃ have been determined. The isotherms and refractive indices of the system at 35℃ consist of 2 branches, corresponding to C 6H 12 O 6( H 2O and NH 4Cl. The composition of eutectic solution is C 6H 12 O 6: 4.40 %, NH 4Cl: 13.86 %, C 2H 5OH: 38.88 %.展开更多
Phytic acid is the principal storage form of phosphorus in plant seeds and an essential signalling molecule in several regulatory processes of plant development.However,it is known as an anti-nutrient compound owing t...Phytic acid is the principal storage form of phosphorus in plant seeds and an essential signalling molecule in several regulatory processes of plant development.However,it is known as an anti-nutrient compound owing to its potent chelating property.Thus,reducing the phytic acid content in crops is desirable.Studies involving regulation of MIPS and IPK1 genes to generate low phytate rice have been reported earlier.However,the functional significance of OsITPK and the effect of its down-regulation on phytic acid content and the associated pleiotropic effects on rice have not yet been investigated.In this study,tissue specific RNA interference(RNAi)-mediated down-regulation of a major ITPK homolog(OsITP5/6K-1)resulted in 46.2%decrease in phytic acid content of T2 transgenic seeds with a subsequent 3-fold enhancement in the inorganic phosphorus content.Silencing of OsITP5/6K-1 altered the transcript levels of essential phytic acid pathway genes,without significantly affecting the transcript levels of other OsITPK homologs.Furthermore,the mapping of elements through X-ray microfluorescence analysis revealed significant changes in the spatial distribution pattern and translocation of elements in low phytate seeds.Additionally,low phytate polished seeds exhibited 1.3-fold and 1.6-fold enhancement in iron and zinc content in the grain endosperm,respectively.Silencing of OsITP5/6K-1 also altered the amino acid and myo-inositol content of the transgenic seeds.Our results successfully established that RNAi-mediated silencing of OsITP5/6K-1 gene significantly reduced the phytate levels in seeds without hampering the germination potential of seeds and plant growth.The present study provided an insight into the mechanism of phytic acid biosynthesis pathway.展开更多
AIM To investigate the effects of combined use of emodin and baicalein(CEB) at the cellular and organism levelsin severe acute pancreatitis(SAP) and explore the underlying mechanism.METHODS SAP was induced by retrogra...AIM To investigate the effects of combined use of emodin and baicalein(CEB) at the cellular and organism levelsin severe acute pancreatitis(SAP) and explore the underlying mechanism.METHODS SAP was induced by retrograde infusion of 5% sodium taurocholate into the pancreatic duct in 48 male SD rats. Pancreatic histopathology score, serum amylase activity, and levels of tumour necrosis factor alpha(TNf-α), interleukin 6(IL-6), and IL-10 were determined to assess the effects of CEB at 12 h after the surgery. The rat pancreatic acinar cells were isolated from healthy male SD rats using collagenase. The cell viability, cell ultrastructure, intracellular free Ca2+ concentration, and inositol(1,4,5)-trisphosphate receptor(IP3 R) expression were investigated to assess the mechanism of CEB.RESULTS Pancreatic histopathology score(2.07 ± 1.20 vs 6.84 ± 1.13, P < 0.05) and serum amylase activity(2866.2 ± 617.7 vs 5241.3 ± 1410.0, P < 0.05) were significantly decreased in the CEB(three doses) treatment group compared with the SAP group(2.07 ± 1.20 vs 6.84 ± 1.13, P < 0.05). CEB dose-dependently reduced the levels of the pro-inflammatory cytokines IL-6(466.82 ± 48.55 vs 603.50 ± 75.53, P < 0.05) and TNF-α(108.04 ± 16.10 vs 215.56 ± 74.67, P < 0.05) and increased the level of the anti-inflammatory cytokine IL-10(200.96 ± 50.76 vs 54.18 ± 6.07, P < 0.05) compared with those in the SAP group. CEB increased cell viability, inhibited cytosolic Ca2+ concentration, and significantly ameliorated intracellular vacuoles and IP3 m RNA expression compared with those in the SAP group(P < 0.05). There was a trend towards decreased IP3 R protein in the CEB treatment group; however, it did not reach statistical significance(P > 0.05).CONCLUSION These results at the cellular and organism levels reflect a preliminary mechanism of CEB in SAP and indicate that CEB is a suitable approach for SAP treatment.展开更多
Cytosolic Ca^2＋ is an important second messenger in virtually every type of cell. Moreover, Ca^2＋ generally regulates multiple activities within individual cells. This article reviews the cellular machinery that is ...Cytosolic Ca^2＋ is an important second messenger in virtually every type of cell. Moreover, Ca^2＋ generally regulates multiple activities within individual cells. This article reviews the cellular machinery that is responsible for Ca^2＋ signaling in cholangiocytes. In addition, two Ca^2＋-mediated events in cholangiocytes are discussed： bicarbonate secretion and apoptosis. Finally, emerging evidence is reviewed that Ca^2＋ signaling is involved in the pathogenesis of diseases affecting the biliary tree and that Ca^2＋ signaling pathways can be manipulated to therapeutic advantage in the treatment of cholestatic disorders.展开更多
AIM： To delineate the mechanisms of renal vasoconstriction in hepatorenal syndrome （HRS）, we investigated the expression of type I inositol 1, 4, 5-triphosphate receptors （IP3R I） of kidney in mice with fulminant...AIM： To delineate the mechanisms of renal vasoconstriction in hepatorenal syndrome （HRS）, we investigated the expression of type I inositol 1, 4, 5-triphosphate receptors （IP3R I） of kidney in mice with fulminant hepatic failure （FHF）. METHODS： FHF was induced by lipopolysaccharide （LPS） in D-galactosamine （GAIN） sensitized BALB/c mice. There were 20 mice in normal saline （NS）-treated group, 20 mice in LPS-treated group, 20 mice in GaIN- treated group, and 60 mice in GalN/LPS-treated group （FHF group）. Liver and kidney tissues were obtained at 2, 6, and 9 h after administration. The liver and kidney specimens were stained with hematoxylin-eosin for studying morphological changes under light microscope. The expression of IP3R I in kidney tissue was tested by immunohistochemistry, Western blot and reverse transcription （RT）-PCR. RESULTS： Kidney tissues were morphologically normal at all time points in all groups. IP3R I proteins were found localized in the plasma region of glomerular mesangial cells （GMC） and vascular smooth muscle cells （VSMC） in kidney by immunohistochemical staining. In kidney of mice with FHF at 6 h and 9 h IP3R I staining was upregulated. Results from Western blot demonstrated consistent and significant increment of IP3R I expression in mice with FHF at 6 h and 9 h （t = 3.16, P 〈 0.05; t = 5.43, P 〈 0.01）. Furthermore, we evaluated IP3R I mRNA expression by RT-PCR and observed marked upregulation of IP3R I mRNA in FHF samples at 2 h, 6 h and 9 h compared to controls （t = 2.97, P 〈 0.05; t = 4.42, P 〈 0.01; t = 3.81, P 〈 0.01）. CONCLUSION： The expression of IP3R I protein increased in GMC and renal VSMC of mice with FHF, possibly caused by up-regulation of IP3R I mRNA.展开更多
AIM： To investigate the anti-neoplastic effect of inositol hexaphosphate （InsP6 or phytic acid） on dimethylhydrazine （DMH）-induced colon tumor in rats and its effect on blood natural killer （NK） cell activity. ...AIM： To investigate the anti-neoplastic effect of inositol hexaphosphate （InsP6 or phytic acid） on dimethylhydrazine （DMH）-induced colon tumor in rats and its effect on blood natural killer （NK） cell activity. METHODS： Healthy Wistar rats, 4 wk old, were divided into control group （fed with common food） and InsP6 group （fed with common food＋2% sodium inositol hexaphosphate in the drinking water）, 15 rats in each group. Both groups were injected with 1,2-dimethylhydrazine subcutaneously （20 mg/kg body weight） once a week for 20 wk. Rats were killed after 21 wk. The whole large intestine was isolated to determine the general condition of tumors and to test blood NK cell activity by lactate-dehydrogenase-release assay. RESULTS： Administration of InsP6 significantly increased blood NK cell activity in DMH-induced colorectal tumor in rats. InsP6 group had a smaller tumor size on average and a smaller number of tumors than the control group. Its mortality was also higher than that in control. However, the variables of body weight and tumor incidence were not significantly different between the two groups. CONCLUSION： InsP6 can increase blood NK cell activity in DMH-induced colon tumor in rats and inhibit tumor growth and metastasis in rats.展开更多
AIM: The mechanism of decreased vascular reactivity to vasoconstrictors in portal hypertension is still unclear. In addition to nitric oxide, defects in post-receptor signal transduction pathway have been suggested to...AIM: The mechanism of decreased vascular reactivity to vasoconstrictors in portal hypertension is still unclear. In addition to nitric oxide, defects in post-receptor signal transduction pathway have been suggested to play a role.However, substantial evidences observed equivocal changes of vascular reactivity following different agonists that challenged the hypothesis of the post-receptor defect. The current study was to evaluate the vascular reactivity to different agonists and the inositol trisphosphate (IP3)changes in signal transduction cascade from cirrhotic rats with portal hypertension.METHODS: The endothelial denuded aortic rings from cirrhotic and sham-operated rats were obtained for ex vivo tension study and measurement of the corresponding [3H] IP3 formation following different receptor and nonreceptor-mediated agonists' stimulation. Additionally,iNOS protein expression was measured in thoracic aorta.The contractile response curves to phenylephrine were performed in endothelial denuded aortic rings with and without preincubation with a specific iNOS inhibitor (L-N (6)-(1-iminoethyl)-lysine, L-NIL).RESULTS: In endothelial denuded aortic rings of cirrhotic rats, the vascular responses were reduced with phenylephrine and arginine vasopressin (AVP) stimulation but were normal with U-46619, NaF/AlCl3, and phorbol esterdibutyrate (PdBU) stimulation. Compared to the corresponding control groups, the degree of the increment of [3H] IP3 formation from basal level was also decreased with phenylephrine and AVP stimulation, but was normal with U-46619 and NaF/AlCl3 stimulation. The preincubation with L-NIL did not modify the hyporesponsiveness to phenylephrine. Additionally, the iNOS protein expression in thoracic aorta was not different in cirrhotic and shamoperated rats.CONCLUSION: Without the influence of nitric oxide, vascular hyporeactivity to vasoconstrictors persisted in cirrhotic rats with portal hypertension. However, the decreased vascular reactivity is an agonist-specific phenomenon. In addition,G-protein and phospholipase C pathway associated with the IP3 productions may be intact in cirrhotic rats with portal hypertension.展开更多
In order to explore the mechanism of anisodamini hydrobromidum (654-2) in treating acute ischemic renal failure, the model of acute ischemic renal failure in white New Zealand rabbits was established to dynamically ob...In order to explore the mechanism of anisodamini hydrobromidum (654-2) in treating acute ischemic renal failure, the model of acute ischemic renal failure in white New Zealand rabbits was established to dynamically observe and statistically analyze the intracellular concentration changes of free calcium([Ca(2+)]i) and inositol triphosphate (IP3). The results showed that the levels of [Ca(2+)], and IP3 in acute renal failure group were higher than those in control group (P<0. 01). However, the levels of [Ca(2+)]i and IP3 in 654-2 treated group were significantly lower than those in acute renal failure group (P<0. 001). It was concluded that 654-2 could alleviate Ca(2+)-overload in renal histocytes in acute ischemic renal failure. The protective mechanism is associated with intracellular reduction of IP3.展开更多
Inositol 1,4,5-trisphosphate 3-kinase(IP33-kinase/IP3K)plays an important role in signal transduction in animal cellsby phosphorylating inositol 1,4,5-trisphosphate(IP3)to inositol 1,3,4,5-tetrakisphosphate(IP4).Both ...Inositol 1,4,5-trisphosphate 3-kinase(IP33-kinase/IP3K)plays an important role in signal transduction in animal cellsby phosphorylating inositol 1,4,5-trisphosphate(IP3)to inositol 1,3,4,5-tetrakisphosphate(IP4).Both IP3 and IP4 arecritical second messengers which regulate calcium(Ca2+)homeostasis.Mammalian IP3Ks are involved in many biologicalprocesses,including brain development,memory,learning and so on.It is widely reported that Ca2+is a canonicalsecond messenger in higher plants.Therefore,plant IP3K should also play a crucial role in plant development.Recently,we reported the identification of plant IP3K gene(AtIpk2β/AtIP3K)from Arabidopsis thaliana and its characterization.Here,we summarize the molecular cloning,biochemical properties and biological functions of IP3Ks from animal,yeastand plant.This review also discusses potential functions of IP3Ks in signaling crosstalk,inositol phosphate metabolism,gene transcriptional control and so on.展开更多
The stromal interaction molecule(STIM)-calcium release-activated calcium channel protein(ORAI) and inositol1,4,5-trisphosphate receptors(IP_3Rs) play pivotal roles in the modulation of Ca^(2+)-regulated pathways from ...The stromal interaction molecule(STIM)-calcium release-activated calcium channel protein(ORAI) and inositol1,4,5-trisphosphate receptors(IP_3Rs) play pivotal roles in the modulation of Ca^(2+)-regulated pathways from gene transcription to cell apoptosis by driving calcium-dependent signaling processes.Increasing evidence has implicated the dysregulation of STIM-ORAI and IP_3Rs in tumorigenesis and tumor progression.By controlling the activities,structure,and/or expression levels of these Ca^(2+)-transporting proteins,malignant cancer cells can hijack them to drive essential biological functions for tumor development.However,the molecular mechanisms underlying the participation of STIM-ORAI and IP_3Rs in the biological behavior of cancer remain elusive.In this review,we summarize recent advances regarding STIM-ORAI and IP_3Rs and discuss how they promote cell proliferation,apoptosis evasion,and cell migration through temporal and spatial rearrangements in certain types of malignant cells.An understanding of the essential roles of STIM-ORAI and IP_3Rs may provide new pharmacologic targets that achieve a better therapeutic effect by inhibiting their actions in key intracellular signaling pathways.展开更多
AIM: To determine whether diabetic care can be improved by combination of voglibose and gymnemic acid (GA), we compared the combinative and individual effects of voglibose and GA on maltose absorption in small intesti...AIM: To determine whether diabetic care can be improved by combination of voglibose and gymnemic acid (GA), we compared the combinative and individual effects of voglibose and GA on maltose absorption in small intestine. METHODS: The small intestine 30 cm long from 2 cm caudal ward Treitz's ligament of Wistar rat was used as an in situ loop, which was randomly perfused in recircular mode with maltose (10mmol/L) with or without different dosages of voglibose and/or GA for an hour. To compare the time course, perfusion of 10 mmol/L maltose was repeated four times. Each time continued for 1 hour and separated by 30 minutes rinse. In the first time, lower dosages of GA (0.5g/L) and/or voglibose (2 micromol/L) were contained except control. RESULTS: Absorptive rate of maltose was the lowest in combinative group (P【0.05, ANOVA), for example, the inhibition rate was about 37% during the first hour when 0.5 g/L-GA and 2 micromol/L voglibose with 10 mmol/L maltose were perfused in the loop. The onset time was shortened to 30 minutes and the effective duration was prolonged to 4 hours with the combination; therefore the total amount of maltose absorption during the effective duration was inhibited more significantly than that in the individual administration (P 【 0.05, U test of Mann Whitney). The effect of GA on absorptive barriers of the intestine played an important role in the combinative effects. CONCLUSION: There are augmented effects of voglibose and GA. The management of diabetes mellitus can be improved by employing the combination.展开更多
We hypothesized that the P2X7 receptor may be the target of isoflurane, so we investigated the roles of the P2X7 receptor and inositol triphosphate receptor in calcium overload and neuronal apoptosis induced by isoflu...We hypothesized that the P2X7 receptor may be the target of isoflurane, so we investigated the roles of the P2X7 receptor and inositol triphosphate receptor in calcium overload and neuronal apoptosis induced by isoflurane in cultured embryonic rat hippocampal neurons. Results showed that isoflurane induced widespread neuronal apoptosis and significantly increased cytoplasmic Ca^2＋ Blockade of P2X7 receptors or removal of extracellular Ca^2＋ combined with blockade of inositol triphosphate receptors completely inhibited apoptosis or increase in cytoplasmic Ca^2＋. Removal of extracellular Ca^2＋ or blockade of inositol triphosphate receptor alone could partly inhibit these effects of isoflurane. Isoflurane could directly activate P2X7-gated channels and induce inward currents, but did not affect the expression of P2X7 receptor protein in neurons. These findings indicate that the mechanism by which isoflurane induced neuronal apoptosis in rat developing brain was mediated by intracellular calcium overload, which was caused by P2X7 receptor mediated calcium influx and inositol triphosphate receptor mediated calcium release.展开更多
Tongluojiunao （TLJN） is an herbal medicine consisting of two main components, geniposide and ginsenoside Rg1. TLJN has been shown to protect primary cultured hippocampal neurons. How-ever, its mechanism of action re...Tongluojiunao （TLJN） is an herbal medicine consisting of two main components, geniposide and ginsenoside Rg1. TLJN has been shown to protect primary cultured hippocampal neurons. How-ever, its mechanism of action remains unclear. In the present study, primary cultured hippocampal neurons treated with Aβ1-42 （10 μmol/L） signiifcantly increased the release of lactate dehydroge-nase, which was markedly reduced by TLJN （2 μL/mL）, speciifcally by the component geniposide （26 μmol/L）, but not ginsenoside Rg1 （2.5 μmol/L）. hTe estrogen receptor inhibitor, ICI182780 （1 μmol/L）, did not block TLJN-or geniposide-mediated decrease of lactate dehydrogenase under Aβ1-42-exposed conditions. However, the phosphatidyl inositol 3-kinase or mitogen-activated protein kinase pathway inhibitor, LY294002 （50 μmol/L） or U0126 （10 μmol/L）, respectively blo cked the decrease of lactate dehydrogenase mediated by TLJN or geniposide. hTerefore, these results suggest that the non-classical estrogen pathway （i.e., phosphatidyl inositol 3-kinase or mitogen-activated protein kinase） is involved in the neuroprotective effect of TLJN, speciifcally its component, geniposide, against Aβ1-42-mediated cell death in primary cultured hippocampal neurons.展开更多
基金supported by the sub-project“Research and Application of In-Situ Value-Added Water-Soluble Fertilizer Application Technology”(Grant No.2023YFD1700204-3)under the 14th Five-Year National Key R&D Program Project“Development and Industrialization of Novel Green Value-Added Fertilizers”.
文摘Salinization of agricultural land is becoming increasingly severe worldwide,posing a significant threat to food security.The exogenous application of bioactive substances has been widely used to enhance plant resistance to salt stress.In this study,we used corn steep liquor(CSL),myo-inositol(MI),and their combination to improve salt tolerance in Chinese cabbage(Brassica rapa L.ssp.pekinensis)under salt stress conditions.All three treatments significantly increased plant biomass and nutrient uptake,and improved soil physicochemical properties,while alleviating oxidative damage and ion toxicity.
基金supported by grants received from CAAST-ACLH(NAHEP/CAAST/2018-19)of ICAR-World Bank-funded National Agricultural Higher Education Project(NAHEP).
文摘Background:Although many sugars are known antibacterial in higher concentrations(>50%W/V)and a few at low concentrations too(≤1 mg/mL),most of the studies are limited to only a few reference isolates,therefore no concrete conclusion can be drawn.Methods:This study evaluated the antimicrobial potential of 19 sugars against 8000 isolates of bacteria belonging to 46 genera and also against 30 reference strains of microbes of 14 different species.To determine susceptibility to sugars,a sugar-disc(1 mg)diffusion assay was performed on Mueller Hinton agar using the same method used for antimicrobial susceptibility of microbial strains.Results:In the study,of 3,336 isolates of Gram-positive bacteria 147(4.35%)were susceptible to one or more sugars but only 16(0.37%)of the 4644 isolates of Gram-negative bacteria were susceptible to one or other sugar.Gram-positive bacteria were significantly more often susceptible to one or more sugars than isolates of Gram-negative bacteria(OR 13.33,CI99,6.74–26.37).A total of 163 test-isolates(2.04%)but none of the reference strains were sugar susceptible.Most of the isolates susceptible to sugars(135 of 2,295)were members of the Bacillaceae(36/679)and Micrococcaceae(99/1,616)family.However,out of 5,705 isolates belonging to other bacterial families,only 28 isolates(0.49%)were susceptible to one or more sugars.The most effective to least effective sugars as antibacterial were mannose,inositol,mannitol,sucrose,raffinose,ribose,xylose,trehalose,dulcitol,maltose,lactose,inulin,salicin,melibiose,sorbitol,adonitol,arabinose,glucose,and esculin,inhibiting 69,58,23,14,11,10,10,7,7,7,6,6,5,5,5,5,2,1,and 1 of the test-isolates,respectively.Conclusion:The results are still intriguing in determining the utility of sugar susceptibility of different bacteria and are still beyond making any conclusion for their therapeutic utility.However,the study can be concluded that Gram-positive bacteria are generally more susceptible to lower concentrations of different sugars than Gram-negative bacteria,and various sugars have variable selectivity in their antibacterial effect on multiple types of bacteria.
基金Supported by the Natural Science Foundation of Guangxi in China,No.2024GXNSFAA010444Doctoral Scientific Research Start-up Foundation of University of South China,No.5525QD005Hunan Province Innovation and Entrepreneurship Training Program for College Students,No.S202410555233.
文摘BACKGROUND Gestational diabetes mellitus(GDM)poses a substantial health risk during pregnancy.However,the role of myo-inositol(MI)in GDM prevention and management remains controversial due to conflicting evidence and methodological limitations in previous studies.AIM To assess the efficacy of MI in preventing and treating GDM,providing evidencebased guidance for clinical practice.METHODS A systematic review was conducted on studies published on the PubMed,Web of Science,and Embase databases from their inception date to July 2024.Twelve studies encompassing 9018 patients were included in the meta-analysis using fixed-effect and random-effects models.Heterogeneity was quantified with I2 statistics and the Cochrane Q test,and study quality was appraised using the A Measurement Tool to Assess Systematic Reviews 2 checklist.RESULTS MI significantly reduced GDM incidence[relative risk(RR):0.37;95%confidence interval(CI):0.32-0.42],fasting blood glucose[standard mean differences(SMD):-1.31 mg/dL;95%CI:-1.83 to-0.79],and improved glucose tolerance test outcomes at 1-hour(SMD:-2.63 mg/dL;95%CI:-3.87 to-1.40)and 2-hour(SMD:-0.95 mg/dL;95%CI:-1.56 to-0.34).It also decreased the risk of preterm birth(RR:0.37;95%CI:0.28-0.47)and pregnancy-induced hypertension(RR:0.34;95%CI:0.25-0.47).A non-significant trend towards reduced cesarean section rates was observed(RR:0.82;95%CI:0.71-0.94).MI reduced birth weight(SMD:-0.25 kg;95%CI:-0.32 to-0.17),but had no effect on neonatal hypoglycemia(RR:0.30;95%CI:0.08-1.21)or gestational age at birth(SMD:-0.13 weeks;95%CI:-0.04 to 0.29).CONCLUSION MI demonstrates therapeutic potential in GDM prevention and management,supporting its potential use as a preventive supplement in early pregnancy for high-risk women.Nonetheless,its therapeutic effects in women diagnosed with GDM require further validation.
基金Supported by National Natural Science Foundation for Youth of China:81202769Construction project"Innovation team of acupuncture theory,technology and application"of the platform for research and innovation in colleges and universitiesin Anhui:2015 TD 033
文摘Objective To explore the effect of acupuncture on the endoplasmic reticulum stress IRE l-CHOP signal pathway and the expression levels of related apoptosis genes in pancreatic tissue of rats with STZ-induced diabetes mellitus. Methods Eighty SD rats were selected, among which, 10 were fed with normal diet and taken as blank control group （＂blank group＂ for short）, the other 70 rats were fed with high fat and high glucose food and injected with small dosage of STZ intraperitoneally, and 30 models were established successfully. The models were randomly divided into acupuncture treatment group （~＇acupuncture group＂ for short）, model control group （＂model group＂ for short） and western medicine group （metformin） with 10 rats in each group. After treatment for 4 weeks, RBG, and the expression levels of CHOP, IRE 2, Bax, Bcl-2 protein and mRNA in pancreatic tissue of rats were determined. Result Compared with the conditions before treatment, RBG reduced obviously in the acupuncture group and western medicine group （P〈0.05）, and there was no statistical difference in RBG in the model group and blank group （P〉0.05）; the expression levels of CHOP, IRE 1 and Bax proteins in pancreatic tissue of rats in the model group were significantly higher than those in the blank group （P〈0.05）, the expression results in the acupuncture group and western medicine group were significantly lower than those in model group （P〈0.05）; the expression levels of CHOP, IRE 1 and Bax mRNAs in pancreatic tissue of rats in the model group were significantly higher than those in the blank group （P〈0.01）, the expression results in the acupuncture group and western medicine group were significantly lower than those in the model group （P〈0.01）; the expression level of Bcl-2 protein in the model group was significantly lower than that in the blank group （P〈0.05）, the expression results in the acupuncture group and western medicine group were significantly higher than that in the model group （P〈0.02）; there was no statistical difference between the acupuncture group and western medicine group （P〉0.05）; the expression level of Bcl-2 mRNA in the model group was significantly lower than that in the blank group （P〈0.02）, the expression results in the acupuncture group and western medicine group were significantly higher than that in the model group （P〈0.01）; there was no statistical difference between the acupuncture group and western medicine group （P〉0.05）. Conclusion There was endoplasmic reticulum stress in the pancreatic tissue of rats with STZ-induced diabetes mellitus, and IRE 1-CHOP signal pathway was the main pathway for inhibiting the endoplasmic reticulum stress in the pancreatic tissue. Acupuncture can improve the endoplasmic reticulum stress in pancreatic tissue, inhibit apoptosis genes, and protect the pancreatic tissue through IRE 1-CHOP signal pathway.
基金supported by the European Regional Development Funds-European Union(ERDF-EU),FATZHEIMER project(EU-LAC HEALTH 2020,16/T010131 to FRdF),“Una manera de hacer Europa”Ministerio de Economía,Industria y Competitividad,Gobierno de Espa?a,Programa Estatal de Investigación,Desarrollo e Innovación Orientada a los Retos de la Sociedad(RTC2019-007329-1 to FRdF)+2 种基金Consejería de Economía,Conocimiento y Universidad,Junta de Andalucía,Plan Andaluz de Investigación,Desarrollo e Innovación(P18TP-5194 to FRdF)Instituto de Salud CarlosⅢ(DTS22/00021 to FRdF)DMV(FI20/00227)holds a“PFIS’’predoctoral contract from the National System of Health,EU-ERDF-Instituto de Salud CarlosⅢ。
文摘Alzheimer’s disease is a neurodegenerative disorder characterized by the amyloid accumulation in the brains of patients with Alzheimer’s disease.The pathogenesis of Alzheimer’s disease is mainly mediated by the phosphorylation and aggregation of tau protein.Among the multiple causes of tau hyperphosphorylation,brain insulin resistance has generated much attention,and inositols as insulin sensitizers,are currently considered candidates for drug development.The present narrative review revises the interactions between these three elements:Alzheimer’s disease-tau-inositols,which can eventually identify targets for new disease modifiers capable of bringing hope to the millions of people affected by this devastating disease.
文摘The solubilities and the refractive indices of the saturated solution in the system C 6H 12 O 6 NH 4Cl C 2H 5OH-H 2O ( C 2H 5OH / H 2O=0.90, by wt ) at 35℃ have been determined. The isotherms and refractive indices of the system at 35℃ consist of 2 branches, corresponding to C 6H 12 O 6( H 2O and NH 4Cl. The composition of eutectic solution is C 6H 12 O 6: 4.40 %, NH 4Cl: 13.86 %, C 2H 5OH: 38.88 %.
文摘Phytic acid is the principal storage form of phosphorus in plant seeds and an essential signalling molecule in several regulatory processes of plant development.However,it is known as an anti-nutrient compound owing to its potent chelating property.Thus,reducing the phytic acid content in crops is desirable.Studies involving regulation of MIPS and IPK1 genes to generate low phytate rice have been reported earlier.However,the functional significance of OsITPK and the effect of its down-regulation on phytic acid content and the associated pleiotropic effects on rice have not yet been investigated.In this study,tissue specific RNA interference(RNAi)-mediated down-regulation of a major ITPK homolog(OsITP5/6K-1)resulted in 46.2%decrease in phytic acid content of T2 transgenic seeds with a subsequent 3-fold enhancement in the inorganic phosphorus content.Silencing of OsITP5/6K-1 altered the transcript levels of essential phytic acid pathway genes,without significantly affecting the transcript levels of other OsITPK homologs.Furthermore,the mapping of elements through X-ray microfluorescence analysis revealed significant changes in the spatial distribution pattern and translocation of elements in low phytate seeds.Additionally,low phytate polished seeds exhibited 1.3-fold and 1.6-fold enhancement in iron and zinc content in the grain endosperm,respectively.Silencing of OsITP5/6K-1 also altered the amino acid and myo-inositol content of the transgenic seeds.Our results successfully established that RNAi-mediated silencing of OsITP5/6K-1 gene significantly reduced the phytate levels in seeds without hampering the germination potential of seeds and plant growth.The present study provided an insight into the mechanism of phytic acid biosynthesis pathway.
基金Supported by National Natural Science Foundation of China,No.30901945Science Research Foundation of Shaanxi Administration of Traditional Chinese Medicine,No.15-ZY029Science Research Foundation of the Second Affiliated Hospital of Xi’an Jiaotong University,No.RC(XM)201602
文摘AIM To investigate the effects of combined use of emodin and baicalein(CEB) at the cellular and organism levelsin severe acute pancreatitis(SAP) and explore the underlying mechanism.METHODS SAP was induced by retrograde infusion of 5% sodium taurocholate into the pancreatic duct in 48 male SD rats. Pancreatic histopathology score, serum amylase activity, and levels of tumour necrosis factor alpha(TNf-α), interleukin 6(IL-6), and IL-10 were determined to assess the effects of CEB at 12 h after the surgery. The rat pancreatic acinar cells were isolated from healthy male SD rats using collagenase. The cell viability, cell ultrastructure, intracellular free Ca2+ concentration, and inositol(1,4,5)-trisphosphate receptor(IP3 R) expression were investigated to assess the mechanism of CEB.RESULTS Pancreatic histopathology score(2.07 ± 1.20 vs 6.84 ± 1.13, P < 0.05) and serum amylase activity(2866.2 ± 617.7 vs 5241.3 ± 1410.0, P < 0.05) were significantly decreased in the CEB(three doses) treatment group compared with the SAP group(2.07 ± 1.20 vs 6.84 ± 1.13, P < 0.05). CEB dose-dependently reduced the levels of the pro-inflammatory cytokines IL-6(466.82 ± 48.55 vs 603.50 ± 75.53, P < 0.05) and TNF-α(108.04 ± 16.10 vs 215.56 ± 74.67, P < 0.05) and increased the level of the anti-inflammatory cytokine IL-10(200.96 ± 50.76 vs 54.18 ± 6.07, P < 0.05) compared with those in the SAP group. CEB increased cell viability, inhibited cytosolic Ca2+ concentration, and significantly ameliorated intracellular vacuoles and IP3 m RNA expression compared with those in the SAP group(P < 0.05). There was a trend towards decreased IP3 R protein in the CEB treatment group; however, it did not reach statistical significance(P > 0.05).CONCLUSION These results at the cellular and organism levels reflect a preliminary mechanism of CEB in SAP and indicate that CEB is a suitable approach for SAP treatment.
基金NIH grants DK61747, DK45710, DK57751, and DK34989, and by a grant-in-aid from the American Heart Association
文摘Cytosolic Ca^2＋ is an important second messenger in virtually every type of cell. Moreover, Ca^2＋ generally regulates multiple activities within individual cells. This article reviews the cellular machinery that is responsible for Ca^2＋ signaling in cholangiocytes. In addition, two Ca^2＋-mediated events in cholangiocytes are discussed： bicarbonate secretion and apoptosis. Finally, emerging evidence is reviewed that Ca^2＋ signaling is involved in the pathogenesis of diseases affecting the biliary tree and that Ca^2＋ signaling pathways can be manipulated to therapeutic advantage in the treatment of cholestatic disorders.
基金Supported by National Natural Science Foundation of China, No. 30270607
文摘AIM： To delineate the mechanisms of renal vasoconstriction in hepatorenal syndrome （HRS）, we investigated the expression of type I inositol 1, 4, 5-triphosphate receptors （IP3R I） of kidney in mice with fulminant hepatic failure （FHF）. METHODS： FHF was induced by lipopolysaccharide （LPS） in D-galactosamine （GAIN） sensitized BALB/c mice. There were 20 mice in normal saline （NS）-treated group, 20 mice in LPS-treated group, 20 mice in GaIN- treated group, and 60 mice in GalN/LPS-treated group （FHF group）. Liver and kidney tissues were obtained at 2, 6, and 9 h after administration. The liver and kidney specimens were stained with hematoxylin-eosin for studying morphological changes under light microscope. The expression of IP3R I in kidney tissue was tested by immunohistochemistry, Western blot and reverse transcription （RT）-PCR. RESULTS： Kidney tissues were morphologically normal at all time points in all groups. IP3R I proteins were found localized in the plasma region of glomerular mesangial cells （GMC） and vascular smooth muscle cells （VSMC） in kidney by immunohistochemical staining. In kidney of mice with FHF at 6 h and 9 h IP3R I staining was upregulated. Results from Western blot demonstrated consistent and significant increment of IP3R I expression in mice with FHF at 6 h and 9 h （t = 3.16, P 〈 0.05; t = 5.43, P 〈 0.01）. Furthermore, we evaluated IP3R I mRNA expression by RT-PCR and observed marked upregulation of IP3R I mRNA in FHF samples at 2 h, 6 h and 9 h compared to controls （t = 2.97, P 〈 0.05; t = 4.42, P 〈 0.01; t = 3.81, P 〈 0.01）. CONCLUSION： The expression of IP3R I protein increased in GMC and renal VSMC of mice with FHF, possibly caused by up-regulation of IP3R I mRNA.
基金Supported by the Health Bureau Foundation of Province Shandong,No. 1999CA2CBA2
文摘AIM： To investigate the anti-neoplastic effect of inositol hexaphosphate （InsP6 or phytic acid） on dimethylhydrazine （DMH）-induced colon tumor in rats and its effect on blood natural killer （NK） cell activity. METHODS： Healthy Wistar rats, 4 wk old, were divided into control group （fed with common food） and InsP6 group （fed with common food＋2% sodium inositol hexaphosphate in the drinking water）, 15 rats in each group. Both groups were injected with 1,2-dimethylhydrazine subcutaneously （20 mg/kg body weight） once a week for 20 wk. Rats were killed after 21 wk. The whole large intestine was isolated to determine the general condition of tumors and to test blood NK cell activity by lactate-dehydrogenase-release assay. RESULTS： Administration of InsP6 significantly increased blood NK cell activity in DMH-induced colorectal tumor in rats. InsP6 group had a smaller tumor size on average and a smaller number of tumors than the control group. Its mortality was also higher than that in control. However, the variables of body weight and tumor incidence were not significantly different between the two groups. CONCLUSION： InsP6 can increase blood NK cell activity in DMH-induced colon tumor in rats and inhibit tumor growth and metastasis in rats.
基金Supported by the National Science Council of Taiwan, No. NSC91-2314-B-075-129 and the Taipei Veterans General Hospital of Taiwan,China, No. VGH91-28
文摘AIM: The mechanism of decreased vascular reactivity to vasoconstrictors in portal hypertension is still unclear. In addition to nitric oxide, defects in post-receptor signal transduction pathway have been suggested to play a role.However, substantial evidences observed equivocal changes of vascular reactivity following different agonists that challenged the hypothesis of the post-receptor defect. The current study was to evaluate the vascular reactivity to different agonists and the inositol trisphosphate (IP3)changes in signal transduction cascade from cirrhotic rats with portal hypertension.METHODS: The endothelial denuded aortic rings from cirrhotic and sham-operated rats were obtained for ex vivo tension study and measurement of the corresponding [3H] IP3 formation following different receptor and nonreceptor-mediated agonists' stimulation. Additionally,iNOS protein expression was measured in thoracic aorta.The contractile response curves to phenylephrine were performed in endothelial denuded aortic rings with and without preincubation with a specific iNOS inhibitor (L-N (6)-(1-iminoethyl)-lysine, L-NIL).RESULTS: In endothelial denuded aortic rings of cirrhotic rats, the vascular responses were reduced with phenylephrine and arginine vasopressin (AVP) stimulation but were normal with U-46619, NaF/AlCl3, and phorbol esterdibutyrate (PdBU) stimulation. Compared to the corresponding control groups, the degree of the increment of [3H] IP3 formation from basal level was also decreased with phenylephrine and AVP stimulation, but was normal with U-46619 and NaF/AlCl3 stimulation. The preincubation with L-NIL did not modify the hyporesponsiveness to phenylephrine. Additionally, the iNOS protein expression in thoracic aorta was not different in cirrhotic and shamoperated rats.CONCLUSION: Without the influence of nitric oxide, vascular hyporeactivity to vasoconstrictors persisted in cirrhotic rats with portal hypertension. However, the decreased vascular reactivity is an agonist-specific phenomenon. In addition,G-protein and phospholipase C pathway associated with the IP3 productions may be intact in cirrhotic rats with portal hypertension.
文摘In order to explore the mechanism of anisodamini hydrobromidum (654-2) in treating acute ischemic renal failure, the model of acute ischemic renal failure in white New Zealand rabbits was established to dynamically observe and statistically analyze the intracellular concentration changes of free calcium([Ca(2+)]i) and inositol triphosphate (IP3). The results showed that the levels of [Ca(2+)], and IP3 in acute renal failure group were higher than those in control group (P<0. 01). However, the levels of [Ca(2+)]i and IP3 in 654-2 treated group were significantly lower than those in acute renal failure group (P<0. 001). It was concluded that 654-2 could alleviate Ca(2+)-overload in renal histocytes in acute ischemic renal failure. The protective mechanism is associated with intracellular reduction of IP3.
基金supported by grants from the National Natural Science Foundation of China(No.30370142)the National Special Key Project on Functional Genomics and Biochip of China(No.2002AA2Z1002)the Project sponsored by the Scientific Research Foundation for the Returned Oversea Chinese Scholars,State Education Ministry.
文摘Inositol 1,4,5-trisphosphate 3-kinase(IP33-kinase/IP3K)plays an important role in signal transduction in animal cellsby phosphorylating inositol 1,4,5-trisphosphate(IP3)to inositol 1,3,4,5-tetrakisphosphate(IP4).Both IP3 and IP4 arecritical second messengers which regulate calcium(Ca2+)homeostasis.Mammalian IP3Ks are involved in many biologicalprocesses,including brain development,memory,learning and so on.It is widely reported that Ca2+is a canonicalsecond messenger in higher plants.Therefore,plant IP3K should also play a crucial role in plant development.Recently,we reported the identification of plant IP3K gene(AtIpk2β/AtIP3K)from Arabidopsis thaliana and its characterization.Here,we summarize the molecular cloning,biochemical properties and biological functions of IP3Ks from animal,yeastand plant.This review also discusses potential functions of IP3Ks in signaling crosstalk,inositol phosphate metabolism,gene transcriptional control and so on.
文摘The stromal interaction molecule(STIM)-calcium release-activated calcium channel protein(ORAI) and inositol1,4,5-trisphosphate receptors(IP_3Rs) play pivotal roles in the modulation of Ca^(2+)-regulated pathways from gene transcription to cell apoptosis by driving calcium-dependent signaling processes.Increasing evidence has implicated the dysregulation of STIM-ORAI and IP_3Rs in tumorigenesis and tumor progression.By controlling the activities,structure,and/or expression levels of these Ca^(2+)-transporting proteins,malignant cancer cells can hijack them to drive essential biological functions for tumor development.However,the molecular mechanisms underlying the participation of STIM-ORAI and IP_3Rs in the biological behavior of cancer remain elusive.In this review,we summarize recent advances regarding STIM-ORAI and IP_3Rs and discuss how they promote cell proliferation,apoptosis evasion,and cell migration through temporal and spatial rearrangements in certain types of malignant cells.An understanding of the essential roles of STIM-ORAI and IP_3Rs may provide new pharmacologic targets that achieve a better therapeutic effect by inhibiting their actions in key intracellular signaling pathways.
基金Supported by Japanese Government (Ministry of Education,Science and Culture of Japan, MONBUSHO) scholarship No.933241(1994-1999)
文摘AIM: To determine whether diabetic care can be improved by combination of voglibose and gymnemic acid (GA), we compared the combinative and individual effects of voglibose and GA on maltose absorption in small intestine. METHODS: The small intestine 30 cm long from 2 cm caudal ward Treitz's ligament of Wistar rat was used as an in situ loop, which was randomly perfused in recircular mode with maltose (10mmol/L) with or without different dosages of voglibose and/or GA for an hour. To compare the time course, perfusion of 10 mmol/L maltose was repeated four times. Each time continued for 1 hour and separated by 30 minutes rinse. In the first time, lower dosages of GA (0.5g/L) and/or voglibose (2 micromol/L) were contained except control. RESULTS: Absorptive rate of maltose was the lowest in combinative group (P【0.05, ANOVA), for example, the inhibition rate was about 37% during the first hour when 0.5 g/L-GA and 2 micromol/L voglibose with 10 mmol/L maltose were perfused in the loop. The onset time was shortened to 30 minutes and the effective duration was prolonged to 4 hours with the combination; therefore the total amount of maltose absorption during the effective duration was inhibited more significantly than that in the individual administration (P 【 0.05, U test of Mann Whitney). The effect of GA on absorptive barriers of the intestine played an important role in the combinative effects. CONCLUSION: There are augmented effects of voglibose and GA. The management of diabetes mellitus can be improved by employing the combination.
基金supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China,No.30471657
文摘We hypothesized that the P2X7 receptor may be the target of isoflurane, so we investigated the roles of the P2X7 receptor and inositol triphosphate receptor in calcium overload and neuronal apoptosis induced by isoflurane in cultured embryonic rat hippocampal neurons. Results showed that isoflurane induced widespread neuronal apoptosis and significantly increased cytoplasmic Ca^2＋ Blockade of P2X7 receptors or removal of extracellular Ca^2＋ combined with blockade of inositol triphosphate receptors completely inhibited apoptosis or increase in cytoplasmic Ca^2＋. Removal of extracellular Ca^2＋ or blockade of inositol triphosphate receptor alone could partly inhibit these effects of isoflurane. Isoflurane could directly activate P2X7-gated channels and induce inward currents, but did not affect the expression of P2X7 receptor protein in neurons. These findings indicate that the mechanism by which isoflurane induced neuronal apoptosis in rat developing brain was mediated by intracellular calcium overload, which was caused by P2X7 receptor mediated calcium influx and inositol triphosphate receptor mediated calcium release.
基金supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China No.81072901the New Teacher Fund for Doctor Station,Ministry of Education,No.20120013110013+1 种基金grants from the Nautical Traditional Chinese Medicine Discipline,No.522/0100604054grants from the Nautical Traditional Chinese Medicine Collaborative Innovation Center,No.522/0100604299
文摘Tongluojiunao （TLJN） is an herbal medicine consisting of two main components, geniposide and ginsenoside Rg1. TLJN has been shown to protect primary cultured hippocampal neurons. How-ever, its mechanism of action remains unclear. In the present study, primary cultured hippocampal neurons treated with Aβ1-42 （10 μmol/L） signiifcantly increased the release of lactate dehydroge-nase, which was markedly reduced by TLJN （2 μL/mL）, speciifcally by the component geniposide （26 μmol/L）, but not ginsenoside Rg1 （2.5 μmol/L）. hTe estrogen receptor inhibitor, ICI182780 （1 μmol/L）, did not block TLJN-or geniposide-mediated decrease of lactate dehydrogenase under Aβ1-42-exposed conditions. However, the phosphatidyl inositol 3-kinase or mitogen-activated protein kinase pathway inhibitor, LY294002 （50 μmol/L） or U0126 （10 μmol/L）, respectively blo cked the decrease of lactate dehydrogenase mediated by TLJN or geniposide. hTerefore, these results suggest that the non-classical estrogen pathway （i.e., phosphatidyl inositol 3-kinase or mitogen-activated protein kinase） is involved in the neuroprotective effect of TLJN, speciifcally its component, geniposide, against Aβ1-42-mediated cell death in primary cultured hippocampal neurons.
