glucan is the main structure of the cell walls in baker’s yeast Saccharomyces cerevisiae. It is a naturalpolysaccharides with multiple bioactive and medicinal properties such as immune-stimulating, anti-inflammatory,...glucan is the main structure of the cell walls in baker’s yeast Saccharomyces cerevisiae. It is a naturalpolysaccharides with multiple bioactive and medicinal properties such as immune-stimulating, anti-inflammatory,anti-microbial, anti-infective and anti-tumoral[1]. Cumulative evidences have showed that yeast -glucan has a widely uses in functional food, medicine, cosmetic and chemical industry[2;3]. Since yeast -glucan have a worldwidely supplements in the western world, and the content is still limited in yeast cell wall, it highlight the importance of breeding high -glucan productivity S. Cerevisiae strains for industry production.展开更多
[Objective] The study aimed to understand the mutagenic effects of space flight on alfalfa seeds.[Method] Seeds of three lines of alfalfa were carried into orbit by the satellite 'Shijian-8' for space fight,th...[Objective] The study aimed to understand the mutagenic effects of space flight on alfalfa seeds.[Method] Seeds of three lines of alfalfa were carried into orbit by the satellite 'Shijian-8' for space fight,the indices including seed germination rate,plant height and growth rate,were measured after the seeds been retrieved.[Result] Remarkable mutagenic effects occurred on the flight seeds,which were mainly presented by abnormal cotyledon,extended variation range of plant height and growth rate.Nineteen plants with increased plant height were preliminarily screened from the T0 progenies,but whether the mutated trait could inherit should be confirmed in further study.Three flight lines of alfalfa are different in the percentages of abnormal cotyledon(10%-18%),variation range of plant height(increased 30%-150% compared to control),selected plant number with increased plant height(5-7 plants),suggesting that differences exits between the three lines in mutation efficiency.[Conclusion] Valuable mutated materials could be obtained by space flight and applied in modern agriculture.展开更多
[Objective] This study aimed to investigate the mutagenic effect of cobalt- 60 irradiation on potato. [Method] Potato tubers of Favorita and Zhongshu No.3 were irradiated with 5, 10, 20, 30, 50 and 70 Gy of cobalt-60 ...[Objective] This study aimed to investigate the mutagenic effect of cobalt- 60 irradiation on potato. [Method] Potato tubers of Favorita and Zhongshu No.3 were irradiated with 5, 10, 20, 30, 50 and 70 Gy of cobalt-60 γ-ray respectively, to explore the mutagenic effect of different doses of γ-ray heavy ion irradiation on potato. [Result] The results showed that the emergence rate, seedling rate, plant growth, yield and commodity of potato varied after irradiated with different doses of cobalt-60 γ-ray; 10Gy of cobalt-60 irradiation played a positive effect on the growth and development of potato, while high doses played a negative effect on the growth and development of potato. After cobalt-60 irradiation, the botanical traits of M1 gen- eration varied greatly, resulting in a number of beneficial mutation traits; some traits of M2 and M3 generations became stably inherited. [Conclusion] Cobalt-60 irradiation breeding is conducive to the variety improvement and germplasm innovation as an effective means of genetic improvement for potato.展开更多
Seeds of two-line sterile rice cultivars Zhu 1S and Lu 18S were carried into space by ＂Shijian 8＂ breeding recoverable satellite, then planted in ground. Mutagenic effects from space induction were compared with tho...Seeds of two-line sterile rice cultivars Zhu 1S and Lu 18S were carried into space by ＂Shijian 8＂ breeding recoverable satellite, then planted in ground. Mutagenic effects from space induction were compared with those from y-irradiation and complex processing of space induction and y-irradiation. The results showed that agronomic effect was stimulated in Mo progenies of the two-line sterile rice varieties treated by space flight, and their radiosensitivities to the irradiation of space flight performed non-sensitive. The order of mutation frequency was determined to be SP ＋ γ 〉 γ 〉 SP in M2 generation. And a series of mutated elites（individuals） were screened. Physiological indices of mutants screened like the activity of protective enzymes were measured to explore the physiological and biochemical basis of biological effect in space environment to two-line sterile rice. The results of this study show that space mutation breeding is an effective novel mean for breeding.展开更多
“老来福”SOD 口服液是以天然植物为原料研制的一种新型抗衰老保健药,其主要成份为超氧化物歧化酶(SOD),刺梨多糖,维生素 C 及多种微量元素。本品主要适用于机体衰老引起的各种机能失调,具有增强人体免疫力,降低体内脂质过氧化物(LPO)...“老来福”SOD 口服液是以天然植物为原料研制的一种新型抗衰老保健药,其主要成份为超氧化物歧化酶(SOD),刺梨多糖,维生素 C 及多种微量元素。本品主要适用于机体衰老引起的各种机能失调,具有增强人体免疫力,降低体内脂质过氧化物(LPO)的含量,阻断致癌物 N—亚硝基化合物体内合成等作用。急性毒性及长期毒性试验证明本品为无毒物质。展开更多
Sorghum’s natural adaptation to a wide range of abiotic stresses provides diverse genetic reserves for potential improvement in crop stress tolerance. Growing interest in sorghum research has led to the expansion of ...Sorghum’s natural adaptation to a wide range of abiotic stresses provides diverse genetic reserves for potential improvement in crop stress tolerance. Growing interest in sorghum research has led to the expansion of genetic resources though establishment of the sorghum association panel (SAP), generation of mutagenized populations, and recombinant inbred line (RIL) populations</span><span style="font-family:Verdana;">,</span><span style="font-family:Verdana;"> etc. Despite rapid improvement in biotechnological tools, lack of efficient phenotyping platforms remains one of the major obstacles in utilizing these genetic resources. Scarcity of efforts in root system phenotyping hinders identification and integration of the superior root traits advantageous to stress tolerance. Here, we explored multiple approaches in root phenotyping of an ethyl methanesulfonate (EMS)-mutagenized sorghum population. Paper-based growth pouches (PGP) and hydroponics were employed to analyze root system architecture (RSA) variations induced by mutations and to test root development flexibility in response to phosphorus deficiency in early growing stages. PGP method had improved capabilities compared to hydroponics providing inexpensive, space-saving, and high-throughput phenotyping of sorghum roots. Preliminary observation revealed distinct phenotypic variations which were qualitatively and quantitatively systemized for association analysis. Phenotypes/ideotypes with root architecture variations potentially correlated with Pi acquisition were selected to evaluate their contribution to P-efficiency (PE). Sand mixed with P-loaded activated alumina substrate (SAS) provided closely to natural but still controlled single-variable conditions with regulated Pi availability. Due to higher labor and cost input we propose SAS to be used for evaluating selected sorghum candidates for PE. The ability of rapidly screening root phenotypes holds great potential for discovering genes responsible for relevant root traits and utilizing mutations to improve nutrient efficiency and crop productivity.展开更多
[Objective] This study aimed to investigate the mutagenic effect of 60 Co γ-rays irradiation on turf characteristics of Buchloe dactyloides （Nutt.） Engelm. [Method] Buffalo grass were irradiated with 60 Co γ-rays ...[Objective] This study aimed to investigate the mutagenic effect of 60 Co γ-rays irradiation on turf characteristics of Buchloe dactyloides （Nutt.） Engelm. [Method] Buffalo grass were irradiated with 60 Co γ-rays at five different radiation intensities （1 200, 1 400, 1 600, 1 800, 2 000 Gy） to determine the related turf characteristics and analyze the mutagenic effect of 60 Co γ-rays at different radiation intensities on buffalo grass. [Result] Germination rates of buffalo grass irradiated by different radiation intensities of 60 Co γ-rays varied inconsistently, and the root length and bud length were shorter than the control; compared with the control, the height of irradiated seedlings was significantly reduced, and the number of tillers, plant height, leaf length and leaf blade width were smaller than the control; however, the stolon length, stolon diameter and number of stolon nods had no significant difference compared with the control. [Conclusion] This study laid foundation for determining the appropriate radiation intensity of 60 Co γ-rays and selecting useful mutants of buffalo grass.展开更多
Besides obvious benefits,the Three Gorges Dam＇s construction resulted in new pollution scenarios with the potentials to threaten the Three Gorges Reservoir（TGR） ecosystem.In order to record organic contamination,to...Besides obvious benefits,the Three Gorges Dam＇s construction resulted in new pollution scenarios with the potentials to threaten the Three Gorges Reservoir（TGR） ecosystem.In order to record organic contamination,to find links to ecotoxicological impacts and to serve as reference for ensuing monitoring,several sites in the TGR area were screened applying the triad approach with additional lines-of-evidence as a holistic assessment method.Sediments and the benthic fish species Pelteobagrus vachellii were sampled in 2011 and 2012 to determine organic pollution levels,mutagenic potentials and genotoxic impacts.Two regional hot-spots near the cities of Chongqing and Kaixian were identified and further investigated in 2013.Only polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons（PAHs） could be detected in sediments in 2011（165-1653 ng/g）,emphasizing their roles as key pollutants of the area.Their ubiquity was confirmed at Chongqing（150-433 ng/g） and Kaixian（127-590 ng/g） in2013.Concentrations were comparable to other major Chinese and German rivers.However,the immense sediment influx suggested a deposition of 216-636 kg PAH/day（0.2-0.6 mg PAH/（m2·day））,indicating an ecotoxicological risk.PAH source analysis highlighted primary impacts of combustion sources on the more industrialized upper TGR section,whereas petrogenic sources dominated the mid-low section.Furthermore,sediment extracts from several sites exhibited significant activities of frameshift promutagens in the Ames fluctuation assay.Additionally,significant genotoxic impairments in erythrocytes of P.vachellii were detected（Chongqing/Kaixian）,demonstrating the relevance of genotoxicity as animportant mode of action in the TGR＇s fish.PAHs,their derivatives and non-target compounds are considered as main causative agents.展开更多
The experiment was conducted to study the mutagenic effects of space environment on seedling growth in M1 generation and plant height and heading date in M2 generation in rice. Two types of lines of growth promotion ...The experiment was conducted to study the mutagenic effects of space environment on seedling growth in M1 generation and plant height and heading date in M2 generation in rice. Two types of lines of growth promotion （GP） and growth suppression （GS） were selected from the recombinant inbred lines （RILs） derived from a cross between a sensitive japonica Lemont and a nonsensitive indica Teqing to compare the mutation frequency and mutagenic efficiency for plant height and heading date in the M2 generation. Space environment resulted in 34.9% higher seedling height （SH） in the GP group than in the control, and 39.1% lower in the GS group than in the control, and there was no difference in seed fertility （SF） between the two groups. In M2, mutants of plant height and heading date can be induced by space treatment in both the two groups with lower mutation frequency and mutagenic efficiency in the GP group than in the GS group. There were no significant differences in the physiological damages in M1 between the two groups after γ-rays irradiation treatment. Mutation frequency and mutagenic efficiency of heading date in M2 were higher in the GS group than in the GP group, and the opposite was true for mutagenic efficiency of plant height although the mutation frequency varied between the two groups. The mutation frequencies of plant height and heading date induced by space environment were obviously lower than those by γ-rays irradiation, but the mutagenic efficiency was the opposite for most of the traits. For the GP and GS of seedlings induced by space environment, the GS had higher mutation frequency and mutagenic efficiency for plant height and heading date than the GP in M2.展开更多
Objective To evaluate the antimutagenicity of propolis in vivo and in vitro. Methods Salmonella typhimurium strains TA98 and TA100 were used as a test model in vitro against a direct mutagen DMC and an indirect muta...Objective To evaluate the antimutagenicity of propolis in vivo and in vitro. Methods Salmonella typhimurium strains TA98 and TA100 were used as a test model in vitro against a direct mutagen DMC and an indirect mutagen 2AF with or without S9 mix, and MN formation of mice bone marrow cell and CAs induction of mice testicle cell were applied as a test model in vivo against two mutagens CP and MMC. Results The present study clearly demonstrated that propolis could inhibit mutagenicity of both DMC and 2AF directly in a dose-dependent manner, and significant antimutagenic effects (P<0.05) were obtained in TA98 strain at 2000 and 3000 mg/plate. It also could inhibit mutagenicity of both DMC and 2AF to TA98 strain in a dose-dependent manner, with significant antimutagenic effects (P<0.05) appeared at 1000, 2000, and 3000 mg/plate. The results of antimutagenicity test in vivo revealed that propolis could inhibit MN formation significantly (P<0.05) at the doses of 45.0 and 135.0 mg/kg b. w., and decrease the frequency of chromosome aberrants and chromosome aberrant cells significantly (P<0.05) only at the dose of 135.0 mg/kg b. w. Conclusion The propolis is a good inhibitor for mutagencity of DMC and 2AF in vitro, as well as for CP and MMC in vivo.展开更多
Mesocyclops leukarti of zooplankton propagates excessively in eutrophic water body and it cannot be effectively inactivated by the conventional drinking water treatment process. In order to tackle this problem, a stud...Mesocyclops leukarti of zooplankton propagates excessively in eutrophic water body and it cannot be effectively inactivated by the conventional drinking water treatment process. In order to tackle this problem, a study of removal effect on Mesocylops leukarti with chlorine dioxide in a waterworks was performed. The results showed that Mesocyclops leukarti could be effectively removed from water by 1.0 mg/L chlorine dioxide prcoxidation combined with the conventional drinking water treatment process. Higher oxidizability and molecular state of chlorine dioxide in water is the key to the inactivation of Mesocyclops leukarti. The chlorite, disinfection by-products （DBPs） of chlorine dioxide, was stable at 0.45 mg/L, which is lower than that critical value of the USEPA. GC-MS examination showed that the quantity of organic substance in the water treated by chlorine dioxide obviously decreased. Ames test further revealed that the mutagenicity was reduced by chlorine dioxide with respect to prechlorine. The propagation ofMesocyclops leukorti can be inactivated effectively and safely by chlorine dioxide pre-oxidation.展开更多
AIM To study the pathogenetic effect of salted pork (SP) (special food in Zhuanghe City, a high risk area of stomach cancer in northern China) on stomach cancer, and provide scientific basis for primary prevention of...AIM To study the pathogenetic effect of salted pork (SP) (special food in Zhuanghe City, a high risk area of stomach cancer in northern China) on stomach cancer, and provide scientific basis for primary prevention of stomach cancer in this high risk area. METHODS The study consisted of three parts. The first part was to study the mutagenicity of SP. The Ames test and micro nuclei assay of V 79 cell were employed in this part. The second part was to study the effect of SP on the gastric mucosa of residents in Zhuanghe area who had consumed SP for more than 10 years and the dose effect relations between SP and pathological changes of gastric mucosa. A total of 300 cases were analysed. The third part was to study the mucosal lesions of experimental dogs by gastroscopy and mucosal biopsy. Six healthy male dogs were chosen, three were fed with SP, and the others served as control. RESULTS In this study, the results showed that the extract of SP could lead to mutation of Salmonella typhimurium TA 98 and induce the increase of micro nuclei rate (MNR) and micro nuclei cell rate (MNCR) of V 79 at a dose range of 20～80μl/ml. There were dose effect relations between SP, MNR, MNCR. Pathological changes of gastric mucosa of local residents who had consumed SP showed significant difference from those of the control group. In people who had consumed SP for 10 years, mucosal lesions including necrosis and erosion were found; in those who consumed SP for 10～20 years, hyperplasia and dysplasia were also seen besides the above lesions and those for 20～30 years, severe dysplasia and even malignant changes could be observed. SP had damaging effect on the gastric mucosa of dogs fed with SP. The mucosal lesions became more severe with increasing feeding time. CONCLUSION SP is a strong mutagen and long term exposure to SP may result in repeated gastric mucosal damage and repair, and finally leading to severe dysplasia and malignancy.展开更多
The mutagenicity and carcinogenicity of fish sauce (FS) sample from Changle County, a high gastric cancer mortality (113.20/105) area, were investigated with the biologic short-term tests and laboratory animal experim...The mutagenicity and carcinogenicity of fish sauce (FS) sample from Changle County, a high gastric cancer mortality (113.20/105) area, were investigated with the biologic short-term tests and laboratory animal experiment. The results showed that the extract of FS was markedly direct mutagenic toward S. typhimurium TA100, induced high sister chromatid exchanges (SCE) and micronucleus (MN) in V79 cells after nitrosation with sodium nitrite. But the non-nitrosated FS did not. The nitrosated fish sauce (NFS) also induced SOS in E. coli PQ37 and alkylation of calfthymus DNA. The potency of NFS to induce unscheduled DNA synthesis (UDS) in human normal gastric mucosal cells was increased about fivefold compared with FS. When the NFS extract was given to newborn rats by gavage, dys-plasia and adenocaroinoma were induced in the glandular stomach in the 4th and 16th experimental week, respectively. N-nitrosamides were also found in NFS, which may account for the mutagenicity and carcinogenicity of NFS. It is indicated that FS, a traditional daily eaten seasoning, may contribute to the causes of the high gastric cancer mortality for the local residents.展开更多
Chinese fir(Cunninghamia lanceolata(Lamb.)Hook),a fast-growing and economically important timber tree species in China,is widely used in construction,furniture,and paper manufacture but has a long breeding cycle.Chemi...Chinese fir(Cunninghamia lanceolata(Lamb.)Hook),a fast-growing and economically important timber tree species in China,is widely used in construction,furniture,and paper manufacture but has a long breeding cycle.Chemical mutagens,such as ethyl methane sulfonate(EMS)and sodium azide(SA),are widely used in crops such as rice,wheat,cotton,soybean and sugarcane but their utility for tree breeding is unknown.In this study we examined the effects of EMS and S A on Chinese fir seed germination and growth.Chinese fir seeds were treated with the two chemical mutagens;were planted in Jiangle County,Fujian Province,China;and their heights were measured from 2011 to2017.The concentrations and durations of treatment with the two chemical mutagens were significantly associated with the Chinese fir seedling and mortality rates,as well as with the heights of trees from the seedling stage to 3 years old.We also generated 127 mutants with abnormal branches and reproductive growth.We report here the effects of two chemical mutagens on Chinese fir breeding;our data will contribute to knowledge of the utility of EMS and SA in forestry.展开更多
Although the health benefits of swimming are well-documented, health effects such as asthma and bladder cancer are linked to disinfection by-products(DBPs) in pool water. DBPs are formed from the reaction of disinfect...Although the health benefits of swimming are well-documented, health effects such as asthma and bladder cancer are linked to disinfection by-products(DBPs) in pool water. DBPs are formed from the reaction of disinfectants such as chlorine(Cl) or bromine(Br) with organics in the water. Our previous study(Daiber et al., Environ. Sci. Technol. 50, 6652;2016) found correlations between the concentrations of classes of DBPs and the mutagenic potencies of waters from chlorinated or brominated swimming pools and spas. We extended this study by identifying significantly different concentrations of 21 individual DBPs in brominated or chlorinated pool and spa waters as well as identifying which DBPs and additional DBP classes were most associated with the mutagenicity of these waters. Using data from our previous study, we found that among 21 DBPs analyzed in 21 pool and spa waters, the concentration of bromoacetic acid was significantly higher in Brwaters versus Cl-waters, whereas the concentration of trichloroacetic acid was significantly higher in Cl-waters. Five Br-DBPs(tribromomethane, dibromochloroacetic acid, dibromoacetonitrile, bromoacetic acid, and tribromoacetic acid) had significantly higher concentrations in Br-spa versus Cl-spa waters. Cl-pools had significantly higher concentrations of ClDBPs(trichloroacetaldehyde, trichloromethane, dichloroacetic acid, and chloroacetic acid), whereas Br-pools had significantly higher concentrations of Br-DBPs(tribromomethane, dibromoacetic acid, dibromoacetonitrile, and tribromoacetic acid). The concentrations of the sum of all 4 trihalomethanes, all 11 Br-DBPs, and all 5 nitrogen-containing DBPs were each significantly higher in brominated than in chlorinated pools and spas. The 8 Br-DBPs were the only DBPs whose individual concentrations were significantly correlated with the mutagenic potencies of the pool and spa waters. These results, along with those from our earlier study, highlight the importance of Br-DBPs in the mutagenicity of these recreational waters.展开更多
Objective\ To validate the use of Allium sativum as a reliable test model for genotoxicity, isoproturon, a substituted phenylalkylurea herbicide, was evaluated on the root meristem cells by this plant system. M...Objective\ To validate the use of Allium sativum as a reliable test model for genotoxicity, isoproturon, a substituted phenylalkylurea herbicide, was evaluated on the root meristem cells by this plant system. Method\ Test concentrations were selected by determining EC50 and root tips were exposed to various concentrations for 6 or 24 hr. EC50 concentration was calculated to be 70.8 ppm for the root growth. In addition to root growth retardation exposure to isoproturon induced morpholoogical changes like discolouration and stiffness of roots. Results\ Exposure to various experimental concentrations of isoproturon (35-280 ppm), including EC50, significantly and dose-dependently inhibited the mitotic index and induced chromosome breaks/mitotic aberrations at 6 or 24 hr. Conclusion\ The frequency of aberrations was found to be decreased in a dose dependant manner at 24 or 48 hr post exposure, however in comparison of control cells the frequency of aberrations was considerably high which indicates genotoxicity potentials of isoproturon. Further, present study also suggests that Allium sativum is a sensitive, efficient, and reliable test system for measuring the genotoxicity potential of environmental chemicals.展开更多
The physicochemical properties and composition of coix seed oil produced by Monascus purpureus fermentation and supercritical CO_(2)extraction were determined.Anti-lipid-oxidation and edible safety were evaluated usin...The physicochemical properties and composition of coix seed oil produced by Monascus purpureus fermentation and supercritical CO_(2)extraction were determined.Anti-lipid-oxidation and edible safety were evaluated using a cholesterol-fish oil model,acute oral toxicity assay,and genetic toxicity assay in vitro and in vivo,respectively.The results show that the extraction oil from fermented coix seed(FCS-O)had good physicochemical quality and abundant active components with physiological function.In particular,γ-tocotrienol,γ-oryzanol,coixenolide and oleic acid concentrations reached 72.83μg/g,745.96μg/g,9.65 mg/g and 316.58 mg/100 g DW,respectively.The FCS-O exhibited higher antioxidant capability in inhibiting lipid oxidation and peroxidation.Compared to the blank control,the concentrations of 7-ketocholestreol and peroxide only were 8.42μg/mL and 16.16 mmol/kg at 168 h of oxidation(P<0.01).In addition,the FCS-O has been confirmed to be a very safe edible oil,with no acute toxicity(LD50>10 g/kg bw,considered actually non-toxic)and no induced mutagenicity,cytotoxicity or genotoxicity.These results serve as a good safety reference for future application of the oil from fermented coix seed.The development and utilization of this kind of oil will be beneficial as a food,food ingredient,nutritional supplement,or natural food antioxidant to promote good health function.展开更多
The Jialu River in China has been seriously polluted by the direct discharge of industrial and domestic wastewater. The predominant contaminants of the Jialu River and its adjacent groundwater were recently investigat...The Jialu River in China has been seriously polluted by the direct discharge of industrial and domestic wastewater. The predominant contaminants of the Jialu River and its adjacent groundwater were recently investigated. However, the potential genotoxic impact of polluted water on human health remains to be clarified. Here, we used human–hamster hybrid（AL） cells, which are sensitive for detecting environmental mutagens. We found that the cytotoxicity and mutagenicity of the groundwater in the Jialu River basin were influenced by the infiltration of the Jialu River. Hydrological periods significantly affected the cytotoxicity, but not the mutagenic potential, of surface and groundwater. Further, the mutagenic potential of groundwater samples located 〈 1 km from the Jialu River（S（M-2） water samples） was detected earlier than that of groundwater samples located approximately 20 km from the Jialu River（SN water samples）. Because of high cytotoxicity, the mutagenic potential of water samples from the Jialu River（S（M-1） water samples） was not significantly enhanced compared with that of untreated controls. To further assess the mutagenic dispersion potential, an artificial neural network model was adopted. The results showed that the highest mutagenic potential of groundwater was observed approximately 10 km from the Jialu River. Although further investigation of mutagenic spatial dispersion is required, our data are significant for advancing our understanding of the origin, dispersion,and biological effects of water samples from polluted areas.展开更多
Objective:To evaluate the cytotoxic,apoptotic,mutagenic and immunomodulatory activities of Kaempferia galanga Linn.(KG)extract and ethyl-p-methoxycinnamate(EPMC)in vitro.Methods:The present study investigated the cyto...Objective:To evaluate the cytotoxic,apoptotic,mutagenic and immunomodulatory activities of Kaempferia galanga Linn.(KG)extract and ethyl-p-methoxycinnamate(EPMC)in vitro.Methods:The present study investigated the cytotoxic[using the 3-(4,5-dimethyl-2-thiazolyl)-2,5-diphe nyl-2-H-tetrazolium bromide test],apoptotic(using a mitochondrial membrane potential assay),mutagenic(using a micronucleus test)and immunomodulatory(using flow cytometry)activities of the ethanolic extract of KG and its bioactive component,EPMC,against two cholangiocarcinoma(CCA)cell lines,CL-6 and HuCCT1,and one normal human cell line,OUMS-36 T-1 F.Results:Both KG extract and EPMC exhibited moderate cytotoxic activity against both CCA cells.The cytotoxic activity was supported by their concentration-dependent induction of apoptosis.CL-6 was most sensitive(3–4 fold)and selective to 5-fluorouracil(5-FU),compared with KG extract and EPMC[median half inhibiting concentration(IC50)and selectivity index(SI)were 23.01 lg/mL and 17.32;78.41 lg/mL and 4.44;100.76 lg/mL and 2.20,respectively for 5-FU vs.KG extract vs.EPMC].HuCCT1 was relatively more sensitive and selective to 5-FU and EPMC than KG extract[median IC50 and SI were 66.03 lg/mL and6.04;60.90 lg/mL and 3.65;156.60 lg/mL and 2.23,respectively for 5-FU vs.EPMC vs.KG extract].EPMC produced relatively potent cytotoxic activity against polymorphonuclear cells(IC50=92.20 lg/mL).KG extract and EPMC exhibited concentration-dependent mutagenic activity,as well as inhibition of tumor necrosis factor-a and interleukin-6.Conclusion:Considering cytotoxic,apoptotic,immunomodulatory and mutagenic activities,further development of KG as a drug candidate is likely to focus on the oral pharmaceutical formulation of a standardized KG extract rather than isolated compounds.展开更多
文摘glucan is the main structure of the cell walls in baker’s yeast Saccharomyces cerevisiae. It is a naturalpolysaccharides with multiple bioactive and medicinal properties such as immune-stimulating, anti-inflammatory,anti-microbial, anti-infective and anti-tumoral[1]. Cumulative evidences have showed that yeast -glucan has a widely uses in functional food, medicine, cosmetic and chemical industry[2;3]. Since yeast -glucan have a worldwidely supplements in the western world, and the content is still limited in yeast cell wall, it highlight the importance of breeding high -glucan productivity S. Cerevisiae strains for industry production.
基金Supported by Special Fund on Fundamental Scientific Research as Operating Expenses among Commonweal Scientific Research Institutions at Na-tional Level(Grassland Research Institute,Chinese Academy of Agricultur-al Sciences)National Key Project of Scientific and Technical Supporting Programs Funded by Ministry of Science & Technology of China(2008BADB3B04)~~
文摘[Objective] The study aimed to understand the mutagenic effects of space flight on alfalfa seeds.[Method] Seeds of three lines of alfalfa were carried into orbit by the satellite 'Shijian-8' for space fight,the indices including seed germination rate,plant height and growth rate,were measured after the seeds been retrieved.[Result] Remarkable mutagenic effects occurred on the flight seeds,which were mainly presented by abnormal cotyledon,extended variation range of plant height and growth rate.Nineteen plants with increased plant height were preliminarily screened from the T0 progenies,but whether the mutated trait could inherit should be confirmed in further study.Three flight lines of alfalfa are different in the percentages of abnormal cotyledon(10%-18%),variation range of plant height(increased 30%-150% compared to control),selected plant number with increased plant height(5-7 plants),suggesting that differences exits between the three lines in mutation efficiency.[Conclusion] Valuable mutated materials could be obtained by space flight and applied in modern agriculture.
基金Supported by Youth Fund of President of Anhui Academy of Agricultural Sciences (11B0324)~~
文摘[Objective] This study aimed to investigate the mutagenic effect of cobalt- 60 irradiation on potato. [Method] Potato tubers of Favorita and Zhongshu No.3 were irradiated with 5, 10, 20, 30, 50 and 70 Gy of cobalt-60 γ-ray respectively, to explore the mutagenic effect of different doses of γ-ray heavy ion irradiation on potato. [Result] The results showed that the emergence rate, seedling rate, plant growth, yield and commodity of potato varied after irradiated with different doses of cobalt-60 γ-ray; 10Gy of cobalt-60 irradiation played a positive effect on the growth and development of potato, while high doses played a negative effect on the growth and development of potato. After cobalt-60 irradiation, the botanical traits of M1 gen- eration varied greatly, resulting in a number of beneficial mutation traits; some traits of M2 and M3 generations became stably inherited. [Conclusion] Cobalt-60 irradiation breeding is conducive to the variety improvement and germplasm innovation as an effective means of genetic improvement for potato.
基金Supported by The Ministry of National Agricultural Special PublicSector Research "Nuclear Technology Application in Agriculture"(No.200803034)Science and Technology Innovation Projects ofHunan Academy of Agricultural Sciences(2009hnnkycx13)the National Science&Technology Pillar Program in the Eleventh Five-year Plan period(2008BAD7B02)~~
文摘Seeds of two-line sterile rice cultivars Zhu 1S and Lu 18S were carried into space by ＂Shijian 8＂ breeding recoverable satellite, then planted in ground. Mutagenic effects from space induction were compared with those from y-irradiation and complex processing of space induction and y-irradiation. The results showed that agronomic effect was stimulated in Mo progenies of the two-line sterile rice varieties treated by space flight, and their radiosensitivities to the irradiation of space flight performed non-sensitive. The order of mutation frequency was determined to be SP ＋ γ 〉 γ 〉 SP in M2 generation. And a series of mutated elites（individuals） were screened. Physiological indices of mutants screened like the activity of protective enzymes were measured to explore the physiological and biochemical basis of biological effect in space environment to two-line sterile rice. The results of this study show that space mutation breeding is an effective novel mean for breeding.
文摘“老来福”SOD 口服液是以天然植物为原料研制的一种新型抗衰老保健药,其主要成份为超氧化物歧化酶(SOD),刺梨多糖,维生素 C 及多种微量元素。本品主要适用于机体衰老引起的各种机能失调,具有增强人体免疫力,降低体内脂质过氧化物(LPO)的含量,阻断致癌物 N—亚硝基化合物体内合成等作用。急性毒性及长期毒性试验证明本品为无毒物质。
文摘Sorghum’s natural adaptation to a wide range of abiotic stresses provides diverse genetic reserves for potential improvement in crop stress tolerance. Growing interest in sorghum research has led to the expansion of genetic resources though establishment of the sorghum association panel (SAP), generation of mutagenized populations, and recombinant inbred line (RIL) populations</span><span style="font-family:Verdana;">,</span><span style="font-family:Verdana;"> etc. Despite rapid improvement in biotechnological tools, lack of efficient phenotyping platforms remains one of the major obstacles in utilizing these genetic resources. Scarcity of efforts in root system phenotyping hinders identification and integration of the superior root traits advantageous to stress tolerance. Here, we explored multiple approaches in root phenotyping of an ethyl methanesulfonate (EMS)-mutagenized sorghum population. Paper-based growth pouches (PGP) and hydroponics were employed to analyze root system architecture (RSA) variations induced by mutations and to test root development flexibility in response to phosphorus deficiency in early growing stages. PGP method had improved capabilities compared to hydroponics providing inexpensive, space-saving, and high-throughput phenotyping of sorghum roots. Preliminary observation revealed distinct phenotypic variations which were qualitatively and quantitatively systemized for association analysis. Phenotypes/ideotypes with root architecture variations potentially correlated with Pi acquisition were selected to evaluate their contribution to P-efficiency (PE). Sand mixed with P-loaded activated alumina substrate (SAS) provided closely to natural but still controlled single-variable conditions with regulated Pi availability. Due to higher labor and cost input we propose SAS to be used for evaluating selected sorghum candidates for PE. The ability of rapidly screening root phenotypes holds great potential for discovering genes responsible for relevant root traits and utilizing mutations to improve nutrient efficiency and crop productivity.
基金Supported by National Science and Technology Support Project of China (2009BADA7B04, 2011BAD17B01-02)National 973 Project of China (2012CB215300)+1 种基金National 863 Project of China (2012AA101201)National Pasture Modern Industry Technology System of China (CARS-35)~~
文摘[Objective] This study aimed to investigate the mutagenic effect of 60 Co γ-rays irradiation on turf characteristics of Buchloe dactyloides （Nutt.） Engelm. [Method] Buffalo grass were irradiated with 60 Co γ-rays at five different radiation intensities （1 200, 1 400, 1 600, 1 800, 2 000 Gy） to determine the related turf characteristics and analyze the mutagenic effect of 60 Co γ-rays at different radiation intensities on buffalo grass. [Result] Germination rates of buffalo grass irradiated by different radiation intensities of 60 Co γ-rays varied inconsistently, and the root length and bud length were shorter than the control; compared with the control, the height of irradiated seedlings was significantly reduced, and the number of tillers, plant height, leaf length and leaf blade width were smaller than the control; however, the stolon length, stolon diameter and number of stolon nods had no significant difference compared with the control. [Conclusion] This study laid foundation for determining the appropriate radiation intensity of 60 Co γ-rays and selecting useful mutants of buffalo grass.
基金the Tongji University, Shanghai, and the Chongqing University, Chongqing, as part of the MICROTOX project ("Transformation, Bioaccumulation and Toxicity of Organic Micropollutants in the Yangtze Three Gorges Reservoir" No. FKZ 02WT1141)+5 种基金the Sino-German joint environmental research program "Yangtze-Hydro - Sustainable Management of the Newly Created Ecosystem at the Three Gorges Dam" (No. FKZ 02WT Bergmann et al. (2011) www.yangtzeproject.de)part of the research cluster "Pollutants/Water/Sediment-Impacts of Transformation and Transportation Processes on the Yangtze Water Quality"supported by a cooperation project with Chinese colleagues also sponsored by the Federal Ministry of Education and Research, Germany (No. DLR FKZ 01DO12007)the Chinese 111 Program
文摘Besides obvious benefits,the Three Gorges Dam＇s construction resulted in new pollution scenarios with the potentials to threaten the Three Gorges Reservoir（TGR） ecosystem.In order to record organic contamination,to find links to ecotoxicological impacts and to serve as reference for ensuing monitoring,several sites in the TGR area were screened applying the triad approach with additional lines-of-evidence as a holistic assessment method.Sediments and the benthic fish species Pelteobagrus vachellii were sampled in 2011 and 2012 to determine organic pollution levels,mutagenic potentials and genotoxic impacts.Two regional hot-spots near the cities of Chongqing and Kaixian were identified and further investigated in 2013.Only polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons（PAHs） could be detected in sediments in 2011（165-1653 ng/g）,emphasizing their roles as key pollutants of the area.Their ubiquity was confirmed at Chongqing（150-433 ng/g） and Kaixian（127-590 ng/g） in2013.Concentrations were comparable to other major Chinese and German rivers.However,the immense sediment influx suggested a deposition of 216-636 kg PAH/day（0.2-0.6 mg PAH/（m2·day））,indicating an ecotoxicological risk.PAH source analysis highlighted primary impacts of combustion sources on the more industrialized upper TGR section,whereas petrogenic sources dominated the mid-low section.Furthermore,sediment extracts from several sites exhibited significant activities of frameshift promutagens in the Ames fluctuation assay.Additionally,significant genotoxic impairments in erythrocytes of P.vachellii were detected（Chongqing/Kaixian）,demonstrating the relevance of genotoxicity as animportant mode of action in the TGR＇s fish.PAHs,their derivatives and non-target compounds are considered as main causative agents.
文摘The experiment was conducted to study the mutagenic effects of space environment on seedling growth in M1 generation and plant height and heading date in M2 generation in rice. Two types of lines of growth promotion （GP） and growth suppression （GS） were selected from the recombinant inbred lines （RILs） derived from a cross between a sensitive japonica Lemont and a nonsensitive indica Teqing to compare the mutation frequency and mutagenic efficiency for plant height and heading date in the M2 generation. Space environment resulted in 34.9% higher seedling height （SH） in the GP group than in the control, and 39.1% lower in the GS group than in the control, and there was no difference in seed fertility （SF） between the two groups. In M2, mutants of plant height and heading date can be induced by space treatment in both the two groups with lower mutation frequency and mutagenic efficiency in the GP group than in the GS group. There were no significant differences in the physiological damages in M1 between the two groups after γ-rays irradiation treatment. Mutation frequency and mutagenic efficiency of heading date in M2 were higher in the GS group than in the GP group, and the opposite was true for mutagenic efficiency of plant height although the mutation frequency varied between the two groups. The mutation frequencies of plant height and heading date induced by space environment were obviously lower than those by γ-rays irradiation, but the mutagenic efficiency was the opposite for most of the traits. For the GP and GS of seedlings induced by space environment, the GS had higher mutation frequency and mutagenic efficiency for plant height and heading date than the GP in M2.
文摘Objective To evaluate the antimutagenicity of propolis in vivo and in vitro. Methods Salmonella typhimurium strains TA98 and TA100 were used as a test model in vitro against a direct mutagen DMC and an indirect mutagen 2AF with or without S9 mix, and MN formation of mice bone marrow cell and CAs induction of mice testicle cell were applied as a test model in vivo against two mutagens CP and MMC. Results The present study clearly demonstrated that propolis could inhibit mutagenicity of both DMC and 2AF directly in a dose-dependent manner, and significant antimutagenic effects (P<0.05) were obtained in TA98 strain at 2000 and 3000 mg/plate. It also could inhibit mutagenicity of both DMC and 2AF to TA98 strain in a dose-dependent manner, with significant antimutagenic effects (P<0.05) appeared at 1000, 2000, and 3000 mg/plate. The results of antimutagenicity test in vivo revealed that propolis could inhibit MN formation significantly (P<0.05) at the doses of 45.0 and 135.0 mg/kg b. w., and decrease the frequency of chromosome aberrants and chromosome aberrant cells significantly (P<0.05) only at the dose of 135.0 mg/kg b. w. Conclusion The propolis is a good inhibitor for mutagencity of DMC and 2AF in vitro, as well as for CP and MMC in vivo.
基金The Hi-Tech Research and Development Program (863) of China (No. 2003AA601120)
文摘Mesocyclops leukarti of zooplankton propagates excessively in eutrophic water body and it cannot be effectively inactivated by the conventional drinking water treatment process. In order to tackle this problem, a study of removal effect on Mesocylops leukarti with chlorine dioxide in a waterworks was performed. The results showed that Mesocyclops leukarti could be effectively removed from water by 1.0 mg/L chlorine dioxide prcoxidation combined with the conventional drinking water treatment process. Higher oxidizability and molecular state of chlorine dioxide in water is the key to the inactivation of Mesocyclops leukarti. The chlorite, disinfection by-products （DBPs） of chlorine dioxide, was stable at 0.45 mg/L, which is lower than that critical value of the USEPA. GC-MS examination showed that the quantity of organic substance in the water treated by chlorine dioxide obviously decreased. Ames test further revealed that the mutagenicity was reduced by chlorine dioxide with respect to prechlorine. The propagation ofMesocyclops leukorti can be inactivated effectively and safely by chlorine dioxide pre-oxidation.
文摘AIM To study the pathogenetic effect of salted pork (SP) (special food in Zhuanghe City, a high risk area of stomach cancer in northern China) on stomach cancer, and provide scientific basis for primary prevention of stomach cancer in this high risk area. METHODS The study consisted of three parts. The first part was to study the mutagenicity of SP. The Ames test and micro nuclei assay of V 79 cell were employed in this part. The second part was to study the effect of SP on the gastric mucosa of residents in Zhuanghe area who had consumed SP for more than 10 years and the dose effect relations between SP and pathological changes of gastric mucosa. A total of 300 cases were analysed. The third part was to study the mucosal lesions of experimental dogs by gastroscopy and mucosal biopsy. Six healthy male dogs were chosen, three were fed with SP, and the others served as control. RESULTS In this study, the results showed that the extract of SP could lead to mutation of Salmonella typhimurium TA 98 and induce the increase of micro nuclei rate (MNR) and micro nuclei cell rate (MNCR) of V 79 at a dose range of 20～80μl/ml. There were dose effect relations between SP, MNR, MNCR. Pathological changes of gastric mucosa of local residents who had consumed SP showed significant difference from those of the control group. In people who had consumed SP for 10 years, mucosal lesions including necrosis and erosion were found; in those who consumed SP for 10～20 years, hyperplasia and dysplasia were also seen besides the above lesions and those for 20～30 years, severe dysplasia and even malignant changes could be observed. SP had damaging effect on the gastric mucosa of dogs fed with SP. The mucosal lesions became more severe with increasing feeding time. CONCLUSION SP is a strong mutagen and long term exposure to SP may result in repeated gastric mucosal damage and repair, and finally leading to severe dysplasia and malignancy.
文摘The mutagenicity and carcinogenicity of fish sauce (FS) sample from Changle County, a high gastric cancer mortality (113.20/105) area, were investigated with the biologic short-term tests and laboratory animal experiment. The results showed that the extract of FS was markedly direct mutagenic toward S. typhimurium TA100, induced high sister chromatid exchanges (SCE) and micronucleus (MN) in V79 cells after nitrosation with sodium nitrite. But the non-nitrosated FS did not. The nitrosated fish sauce (NFS) also induced SOS in E. coli PQ37 and alkylation of calfthymus DNA. The potency of NFS to induce unscheduled DNA synthesis (UDS) in human normal gastric mucosal cells was increased about fivefold compared with FS. When the NFS extract was given to newborn rats by gavage, dys-plasia and adenocaroinoma were induced in the glandular stomach in the 4th and 16th experimental week, respectively. N-nitrosamides were also found in NFS, which may account for the mutagenicity and carcinogenicity of NFS. It is indicated that FS, a traditional daily eaten seasoning, may contribute to the causes of the high gastric cancer mortality for the local residents.
基金supported by grants from the Guangdong Provincial Science and Technology Plan Project(2016B020201002)the Science and Technology Research Project of Beijing Forestry University(2018WS01)+2 种基金the Research and Development Project of Beijing Forestry University(2016BLPX13)the National Natural Science Foundation of China(31700581)the Key Project of the National Forestry Bureau(2012–06)。
文摘Chinese fir(Cunninghamia lanceolata(Lamb.)Hook),a fast-growing and economically important timber tree species in China,is widely used in construction,furniture,and paper manufacture but has a long breeding cycle.Chemical mutagens,such as ethyl methane sulfonate(EMS)and sodium azide(SA),are widely used in crops such as rice,wheat,cotton,soybean and sugarcane but their utility for tree breeding is unknown.In this study we examined the effects of EMS and S A on Chinese fir seed germination and growth.Chinese fir seeds were treated with the two chemical mutagens;were planted in Jiangle County,Fujian Province,China;and their heights were measured from 2011 to2017.The concentrations and durations of treatment with the two chemical mutagens were significantly associated with the Chinese fir seedling and mortality rates,as well as with the heights of trees from the seedling stage to 3 years old.We also generated 127 mutants with abnormal branches and reproductive growth.We report here the effects of two chemical mutagens on Chinese fir breeding;our data will contribute to knowledge of the utility of EMS and SA in forestry.
基金supported by intramural funding through the Office of Research and Development of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency。
文摘Although the health benefits of swimming are well-documented, health effects such as asthma and bladder cancer are linked to disinfection by-products(DBPs) in pool water. DBPs are formed from the reaction of disinfectants such as chlorine(Cl) or bromine(Br) with organics in the water. Our previous study(Daiber et al., Environ. Sci. Technol. 50, 6652;2016) found correlations between the concentrations of classes of DBPs and the mutagenic potencies of waters from chlorinated or brominated swimming pools and spas. We extended this study by identifying significantly different concentrations of 21 individual DBPs in brominated or chlorinated pool and spa waters as well as identifying which DBPs and additional DBP classes were most associated with the mutagenicity of these waters. Using data from our previous study, we found that among 21 DBPs analyzed in 21 pool and spa waters, the concentration of bromoacetic acid was significantly higher in Brwaters versus Cl-waters, whereas the concentration of trichloroacetic acid was significantly higher in Cl-waters. Five Br-DBPs(tribromomethane, dibromochloroacetic acid, dibromoacetonitrile, bromoacetic acid, and tribromoacetic acid) had significantly higher concentrations in Br-spa versus Cl-spa waters. Cl-pools had significantly higher concentrations of ClDBPs(trichloroacetaldehyde, trichloromethane, dichloroacetic acid, and chloroacetic acid), whereas Br-pools had significantly higher concentrations of Br-DBPs(tribromomethane, dibromoacetic acid, dibromoacetonitrile, and tribromoacetic acid). The concentrations of the sum of all 4 trihalomethanes, all 11 Br-DBPs, and all 5 nitrogen-containing DBPs were each significantly higher in brominated than in chlorinated pools and spas. The 8 Br-DBPs were the only DBPs whose individual concentrations were significantly correlated with the mutagenic potencies of the pool and spa waters. These results, along with those from our earlier study, highlight the importance of Br-DBPs in the mutagenicity of these recreational waters.
文摘Objective\ To validate the use of Allium sativum as a reliable test model for genotoxicity, isoproturon, a substituted phenylalkylurea herbicide, was evaluated on the root meristem cells by this plant system. Method\ Test concentrations were selected by determining EC50 and root tips were exposed to various concentrations for 6 or 24 hr. EC50 concentration was calculated to be 70.8 ppm for the root growth. In addition to root growth retardation exposure to isoproturon induced morpholoogical changes like discolouration and stiffness of roots. Results\ Exposure to various experimental concentrations of isoproturon (35-280 ppm), including EC50, significantly and dose-dependently inhibited the mitotic index and induced chromosome breaks/mitotic aberrations at 6 or 24 hr. Conclusion\ The frequency of aberrations was found to be decreased in a dose dependant manner at 24 or 48 hr post exposure, however in comparison of control cells the frequency of aberrations was considerably high which indicates genotoxicity potentials of isoproturon. Further, present study also suggests that Allium sativum is a sensitive, efficient, and reliable test system for measuring the genotoxicity potential of environmental chemicals.
基金supported by Natural Science Foundation of China(32260583)the Agriculture Committee of Guizhou Province[(2017)106&(2018)81]the Talent Introduction Program of Guizhou University[(2021)76].
文摘The physicochemical properties and composition of coix seed oil produced by Monascus purpureus fermentation and supercritical CO_(2)extraction were determined.Anti-lipid-oxidation and edible safety were evaluated using a cholesterol-fish oil model,acute oral toxicity assay,and genetic toxicity assay in vitro and in vivo,respectively.The results show that the extraction oil from fermented coix seed(FCS-O)had good physicochemical quality and abundant active components with physiological function.In particular,γ-tocotrienol,γ-oryzanol,coixenolide and oleic acid concentrations reached 72.83μg/g,745.96μg/g,9.65 mg/g and 316.58 mg/100 g DW,respectively.The FCS-O exhibited higher antioxidant capability in inhibiting lipid oxidation and peroxidation.Compared to the blank control,the concentrations of 7-ketocholestreol and peroxide only were 8.42μg/mL and 16.16 mmol/kg at 168 h of oxidation(P<0.01).In addition,the FCS-O has been confirmed to be a very safe edible oil,with no acute toxicity(LD50>10 g/kg bw,considered actually non-toxic)and no induced mutagenicity,cytotoxicity or genotoxicity.These results serve as a good safety reference for future application of the oil from fermented coix seed.The development and utilization of this kind of oil will be beneficial as a food,food ingredient,nutritional supplement,or natural food antioxidant to promote good health function.
基金supported by the CAS Strategic Priority Research Program(No.XDB14030502)the National Basic Research Program(973)of China(No.2014CB932002)+5 种基金the Natural Science Foundation of Anhui Province(No.1808085QB37)the Hi-Tech Research and Development Program(863)of China(No.2008AA062504)the National Natural Science Foundation of China(Nos.20977093,81273004,81301182,and 31470829)the Talent Research Foundation of Hefei University(No.16-17RC03)the Key Project of Natural Science Research of Anhui High Education Institutions(Nos.KJ2017A545,and KJ2017A546)the Project of Anhui Quality Engineering(No.2016msgzs060)
文摘The Jialu River in China has been seriously polluted by the direct discharge of industrial and domestic wastewater. The predominant contaminants of the Jialu River and its adjacent groundwater were recently investigated. However, the potential genotoxic impact of polluted water on human health remains to be clarified. Here, we used human–hamster hybrid（AL） cells, which are sensitive for detecting environmental mutagens. We found that the cytotoxicity and mutagenicity of the groundwater in the Jialu River basin were influenced by the infiltration of the Jialu River. Hydrological periods significantly affected the cytotoxicity, but not the mutagenic potential, of surface and groundwater. Further, the mutagenic potential of groundwater samples located 〈 1 km from the Jialu River（S（M-2） water samples） was detected earlier than that of groundwater samples located approximately 20 km from the Jialu River（SN water samples）. Because of high cytotoxicity, the mutagenic potential of water samples from the Jialu River（S（M-1） water samples） was not significantly enhanced compared with that of untreated controls. To further assess the mutagenic dispersion potential, an artificial neural network model was adopted. The results showed that the highest mutagenic potential of groundwater was observed approximately 10 km from the Jialu River. Although further investigation of mutagenic spatial dispersion is required, our data are significant for advancing our understanding of the origin, dispersion,and biological effects of water samples from polluted areas.
基金funded by Center of Excellence in Pharmacology and Molecular Biology of Malaria and Cholangiocarcinoma of Thammasat UniversityThammasat University Research fund under the TU Research Scholar(Contract No.03/2561)。
文摘Objective:To evaluate the cytotoxic,apoptotic,mutagenic and immunomodulatory activities of Kaempferia galanga Linn.(KG)extract and ethyl-p-methoxycinnamate(EPMC)in vitro.Methods:The present study investigated the cytotoxic[using the 3-(4,5-dimethyl-2-thiazolyl)-2,5-diphe nyl-2-H-tetrazolium bromide test],apoptotic(using a mitochondrial membrane potential assay),mutagenic(using a micronucleus test)and immunomodulatory(using flow cytometry)activities of the ethanolic extract of KG and its bioactive component,EPMC,against two cholangiocarcinoma(CCA)cell lines,CL-6 and HuCCT1,and one normal human cell line,OUMS-36 T-1 F.Results:Both KG extract and EPMC exhibited moderate cytotoxic activity against both CCA cells.The cytotoxic activity was supported by their concentration-dependent induction of apoptosis.CL-6 was most sensitive(3–4 fold)and selective to 5-fluorouracil(5-FU),compared with KG extract and EPMC[median half inhibiting concentration(IC50)and selectivity index(SI)were 23.01 lg/mL and 17.32;78.41 lg/mL and 4.44;100.76 lg/mL and 2.20,respectively for 5-FU vs.KG extract vs.EPMC].HuCCT1 was relatively more sensitive and selective to 5-FU and EPMC than KG extract[median IC50 and SI were 66.03 lg/mL and6.04;60.90 lg/mL and 3.65;156.60 lg/mL and 2.23,respectively for 5-FU vs.EPMC vs.KG extract].EPMC produced relatively potent cytotoxic activity against polymorphonuclear cells(IC50=92.20 lg/mL).KG extract and EPMC exhibited concentration-dependent mutagenic activity,as well as inhibition of tumor necrosis factor-a and interleukin-6.Conclusion:Considering cytotoxic,apoptotic,immunomodulatory and mutagenic activities,further development of KG as a drug candidate is likely to focus on the oral pharmaceutical formulation of a standardized KG extract rather than isolated compounds.
