Dough preparation and performance are two critical factors influencing the final quality of wheat products. The influence of high and low methoxyl pectins on empirical and dynamic rheological properties of dough and C...Dough preparation and performance are two critical factors influencing the final quality of wheat products. The influence of high and low methoxyl pectins on empirical and dynamic rheological properties of dough and Chinese steamed bread(CSB)quality were investigated. Different concentrations of high methoxyl apple pectin(HMAP), low methoxyl apple pectin(LMAP),and amidation apple pectin(ALMAP) were tested. Results from dynamic and empirical rheological tests indicated that all concentrations of pectins tested(0.2%, 0.6%, and 1%) negatively affected the gluten network. The low methoxyl pectins, LMAP and ALMAP, which had higher anionic densities, resulted in a pronounced weakening of the dough. Meanwhile, dough fermentation properties improved in the presence of appropriate pectins concentrations, and higher maximum dough height, stability of dough pore space, and gas retention were recorded. HMAP was the pectin most effective in influencing dough fermentation properties at all tested concentrations. Regarding CSB quality, textural properties, specific volume, moisture content, and water-holding capacity were analyzed. Generally, the textural properties of CSB were improved, including improved springiness and decreased hardness and chewiness, when 0.2%–0.6% HMAP or LMAP was used. The specific volume of CSB was increased by adding 0.2%–1% HMAP,0.6%–1% LMAP, or 0.2%–0.6% ALMAP. Moreover, CSB moisture loss was progressively reduced in the presence of different pectins at all tested concentrations during storage. In conclusion, pectins, especially HMAP, are good additives for improving the fermentation properties of dough and overall quality of CSB.展开更多
Plasmodesmata(PD)create symplasmic continuity in plant tissues by connecting the cytoplasm of neighboring cells.Molecular movement through PD is important for many processes,including organ development,pathogen defens...Plasmodesmata(PD)create symplasmic continuity in plant tissues by connecting the cytoplasm of neighboring cells.Molecular movement through PD is important for many processes,including organ development,pathogen defense,environmental acclimation,and nutrient allocation.Elucidating the kinetics of PD transport and its regulation is essential for understanding these processes.展开更多
The plant cell wall is an extremely complicated natural nanoscale structure composed of cellulose microfibrils embedded in a matrix of noncellulosic polysaccharides,further reinforced by the phenolic compound lignins ...The plant cell wall is an extremely complicated natural nanoscale structure composed of cellulose microfibrils embedded in a matrix of noncellulosic polysaccharides,further reinforced by the phenolic compound lignins in some cell types.Such a network formed by the interactions of multiscale polymers actually reflects functional form of the cell wall to meet the requirements of plant cell functionalization.Therefore,how plants assemble cell wall functional structure is fundamental in plant biology and critical for crop trait formation and domestication as well.Due to the lack of effective analytical techniques to characterize this fundamental but complex network,it remains difficult to establish direct links between cell-wall genes and phenotypes.The roles of plant cell walls are often underestimated as indirect.Over the past decades,many genes involved in cell wall biosynthesis,modification,and remodeling have been identified.The application of a variety of state-of-the-art techniques has made it possible to reveal the fine cell wall networks and polymer interactions.Hence,many exciting advances in cell wall biology have been achieved in recent years.This review provides an updated overview of the mechanistic and conceptual insights in cell wall functionality,and prospects the opportunities and challenges in this field.展开更多
Pectins are complex cell wall polysaccharides important for many aspects of plant development. Recent studies have discovered extensive physical interactions between pectins and other cell wall components,implicating ...Pectins are complex cell wall polysaccharides important for many aspects of plant development. Recent studies have discovered extensive physical interactions between pectins and other cell wall components,implicating pectins in new molecular functions. Pectins are often localized in spatially-restricted patterns, and some of these non-uniform pectin distributions contribute to multiple aspects of plant development, including the morphogenesis of cells and organs. Furthermore, a growing number of mutants affecting cell wall composi- tion have begun to reveal the distinct contributions of different pectins to plant development. This review discusses the interactions of pectins with other cell wall components, the functions of pectins in controlling cellular morphology, and how non-uniform pectin composition can be an important determinant of developmental processes.展开更多
Abstract: Arabinogalactan proteins (AGPs) and pectins were detected in the floral buds of cucumber (Cucumis sativus L.) during its sex determination using the following monoclonal antibodies: MAC 207 (recognizes AGP e...Abstract: Arabinogalactan proteins (AGPs) and pectins were detected in the floral buds of cucumber (Cucumis sativus L.) during its sex determination using the following monoclonal antibodies: MAC 207 (recognizes AGP epitopes); JIM 8 (recognizes a subset of AGP epitopes); and JIM 5 and JIM 7 (epitopes of pectins esterified to various degrees). In the stem apex meristem (SAM) of the cucumber, epitopes of MAC 207, JIM 7, and JIM 5 were localized in the cells from second to third peripheral layers when the sex organ primodium began to differentiate; epitopes of MAC 207 and JIM 5 were also detected in the ragged edge cells. A very dense labeling signal with MAC 207 was observed in the carpel and pistil primodium. The AGP epitopes recognized by JIM 8 were localized in the anther of the male flower and the anther-like portion of the stagnant stamen of the female flower. This suggests that the AGPs and pectins in the SAM of the cucumber are closely associated with the differentiation of the SAM, from meristematic cells to floral primodium. The subset of AGPs recognized by JIM 8 may play an important role in stamen formation.展开更多
Biomacromolecules derived from plant-based traditional Chinese medicines play a pivotal role in natural drug research.Ginseng,the root of Panax ginseng C.A.Meyer,has attracted significant attention due to its diverse ...Biomacromolecules derived from plant-based traditional Chinese medicines play a pivotal role in natural drug research.Ginseng,the root of Panax ginseng C.A.Meyer,has attracted significant attention due to its diverse pharmacological activities and broad therapeutic applications.This review focuses on specific active macromolecules obtained from ginseng,including pectin,exosomes,proteins,and dietary fibers.These components possess unique structural characteristics and biological activities that offer novel insights into the multifaceted applications of ginseng.To systematically assess this field,we reviewed literature published over the past 60 years and identified 119 relevant studies investigating the structural composition,pharmacological activity,and potential applications of P.ginseng biomacromolecules.By highlighting their crucial role in promoting health and enhancing disease resistance,this review synthesizes the latest research findings on ginseng’s pharmacological effects,providing new perspectives and strong theoretical support for clinical drug development.展开更多
Tropomyosin(TM)is the predominant allergenic protein in shrimp,which has induced IgE-mediated food allergy reactions.In this study,Lit v 1 was purified from Penaeus vannamei muscles,which were glyco sylated by pectic ...Tropomyosin(TM)is the predominant allergenic protein in shrimp,which has induced IgE-mediated food allergy reactions.In this study,Lit v 1 was purified from Penaeus vannamei muscles,which were glyco sylated by pectic oligosaccharides.The results showed that di-galacturonic acid(DGA)and galacturonic acid(GA)induced the unfolding of the primary protein structure of TM,and changedα-helical structure,and IgE binding capacity.In addition,compared with TM-sensitized BALB/c mice,GA-modified TM(GA-TM)and DGA-modified TM(DGA-TM)were insufficient to stimulate sensitization,and significantly reduced the hypersecretion of IgE,IgG1,HIS,and IL-4,up-regulated IgG2a and IFN-y levels to improve imbalanced Th1/Th2,Treg/Th17 immunity,and promoted mRNA expression of tight junction proteins.Together,this study confirmed that glycosylation modification alleviated sensitization by altering TM structure,reducing IgE binding allergic inflammatory response,and regulating cytokine immune balance.Overall,these results indicated that glycosylation modification was a promising method for decreasing the allergenic reactivity of allergic proteins.展开更多
Pectin is a natural polysaccharide with a complex structure consisting of linear and branched regions rich in galacturonic acid.The growing interest in orange peel pectin can be attributed to its abundant supply.Accor...Pectin is a natural polysaccharide with a complex structure consisting of linear and branched regions rich in galacturonic acid.The growing interest in orange peel pectin can be attributed to its abundant supply.According to statistics,about 10 million tons of orange peel waste are produced worldwide each year.Traditionally,the extraction and utilization of pectin have focused on its gelling,thickening,and stabilizing properties in food.However,as more and more research teams have found that pectin has good biocompatibility,biodegradability and easy chemical modification,its potential in drug delivery systems,tissue engineering,and wound healing is gradually being explored.This review focuses on orange peel pectin polysaccharides and discusses its traditional and modern extraction techniques,especially the advanced method of subcritical water extraction.This study also outlines the structural modifications of pectin such as methylation and acetylation,and introduces its antioxidant and anticancer biological activities and their emerging roles in the development of advanced biomaterials such as bone tissue engineering and fibre pad dressings.展开更多
The germination process of seeds is influenced by the interplay between two opposing factors,pectin methylesterase(PME)and pectin methylesterase inhibitor(PMEI),which collectively regulate patterns of pectin methylest...The germination process of seeds is influenced by the interplay between two opposing factors,pectin methylesterase(PME)and pectin methylesterase inhibitor(PMEI),which collectively regulate patterns of pectin methylesterification.Despite the recognized importance of pectin methylesterification in seed germination,the specific mechanisms that govern this process remain unclear.In this study,we demonstrated that the overexpression of GhPMEI53is associated with a decrease in PME activity and an increase in pectin methylesterification.This leads to seed cell wall softening,which positively regulates cotton seed germination.AtPMEI19,the homologue in Arabidopsis thaliana,plays a similar role in seed germination to GhPMEI53,indicating a conserved function and mechanism of PMEI in seed germination regulation.Further studies revealed that GhPMEI53 and AtPMEI19 directly contribute to promoting radicle protrusion and seed germination by inducing cell wall softening and reducing mechanical strength.Additionally,the pathways of abscicic acid(ABA)and gibberellin(GA)in the transgenic materials showed significant changes,suggesting that GhPMEI53/AtPMEI19-mediated pectin methylesterification serves as a regulatory signal for the related phytohormones involved in seed germination.In summary,GhPMEI53 and its homologs alter the mechanical properties of cell walls,which influence the mechanical resistance of the endosperm or testa.Moreover,they impact cellular phytohormone pathways(e.g.,ABA and GA)to regulate seed germination.These findings enhance our understanding of pectin methylesterification in cellular morphological dynamics and signaling transduction,and contribute to a more comprehensive understanding of the PME/PMEI gene superfamily in plants.展开更多
Cadmium(Cd)pollution poses a serious threat to plant growth and yield.Nanomaterials have shown great application potential for alleviation of Cd toxicity to plants.In this study,we applied graphitic carbon nitride nan...Cadmium(Cd)pollution poses a serious threat to plant growth and yield.Nanomaterials have shown great application potential for alleviation of Cd toxicity to plants.In this study,we applied graphitic carbon nitride nanosheets(g-C_(3)N_(4)NSs)for alleviation of Cd-toxicity to soybean(Glycine max L.).The g-C_(3)N_(4)NSs supplementation significantly improved plant growth and reduced oxidative damage in the Cd-toxicated soybean seedlings through hydroponic culture.Particularly,the g-C_(3)N_(4)NSs dynamically regulated the root cell wall(RCW)components by increasing pectin content and modifying its demethylation via enhancing pectin methylesterase(PME)activity,therefore greatly enhanced stronger RCW-Cd retention(up to 82.8%)and reduced Cd migration to the shoot.Additionally,the g-C_(3)N_(4)NSs reversed the Cd-induced chlorosis,increased photosynthetic efficiency because of enhancement in F_v/F_mration,Y(Ⅱ)and sugars content.These results provide new insights into the alleviation of Cd toxicity to plants by g-C_(3)N_(4)NSs,and shed light on the application of low-cost and environmental-friendly carbon-based NMs for alleviating heavy metal toxicity to plants.展开更多
Prezygotic isolation is important for successful fertilization in rice, significantly affecting yield. This study focused on F_(5:6) generation plants derived from inter-subspecific crosses(Nipponbare × KDML105) ...Prezygotic isolation is important for successful fertilization in rice, significantly affecting yield. This study focused on F_(5:6) generation plants derived from inter-subspecific crosses(Nipponbare × KDML105) with low(LS) and high seed-setting rates(HS), in which normal pollen fertility was observed. However, LS plants showed a reduced number of pollen grains adhering to the stigma and fewer pollen tubes reaching the ovules at 4-5 h post-pollination, compared with HS plants. Bulked segregant RNA-Seq analysis of pollinated pistils from the HS and LS groups revealed 249 and 473 differentially expressed genes(DEGs), respectively. Kyoto Encyclopedia of Genes and Genomes analysis of the HS and LS-specific DEGs indicated enrichment in metabolic pathways, pentose and glucuronate interconversions, and flavonoid biosynthesis. Several of these DEGs exhibited co-expression with pollen development genes and formed extensive clusters of co-expression networks. Compared with LS pistils, enzyme genes controlling pectin degradation, such as OsPME35 and OsPLL9, showed similar expression patterns, with higher levels in HS pistils pre-pollination. Os02g0467600, similar to cinnamate 4-hydroxylase gene(CYP73), involved in flavonoid biosynthesis, displayed higher expression in HS pistils post-pollination. Our findings suggest that OsPME35, OsPLL9, and Os02g0467600 contribute to prezygotic isolation by potentially modifying the stigma cell wall(OsPME35 and OsPLL9) and controlling later processes such as pollen-stigma adhesion(Os02g0467600) genes. Furthermore, several DEGs specific to HS and LS were co-localized with QTLs and functional genes associated with spikelet fertility. These findings provide valuable insights for further research on rice spikelet fertility, ultimately contributing to the development of high-yielding rice varieties.展开更多
Moso bamboo is one of the most important economic bamboo species in China,but cadmium(Cd)pollution has become a potential threat of its sustainable development.Silicon(Si)reduces Cd accumulation in many plant species....Moso bamboo is one of the most important economic bamboo species in China,but cadmium(Cd)pollution has become a potential threat of its sustainable development.Silicon(Si)reduces Cd accumulation in many plant species.However,the exact mechanisms of this effect in Moso bamboo are still poorly understood.Here,we investigated the effect of Si on Cd accumulation in Moso bamboo in terms of Cd concentration in roots,Cd cellular and subcellular distribution,root cell morphology,and gene expression.Seedlings(ten days old)were exposed to different concentrations of Cd(0,1,5,and 50μmol L^(-1))in a 0.5 mmol L^(-1)CaCl_(2) solution treated with(+Si)and without(-Si)1 mmol L^(-1)Si(as silicic acid)for two days.The effect of Si on the alleviation of Cd-induced inhibition of root elongation was not obvious,but Si could significantly reduce Cd accumulation in roots at all tested Cd concentrations(1,5,and50μmol L^(-1)).Cadmium was localized in all cells of roots,but Si application altered the Cd distribution from all cells to distal side of exodermis cells in roots.Semi-quantitative determination of Cd using energy-dispersive X-rays revealed higher Cd concentrations in exodermis,but lower concentrations in the stele when Si was applied.However,Si increased Cd accumulation in root cell wall,but decreased it in cell sap.Moreover,more than 70%of Cd and Si were found in hemicellulose 1 of the cell wall.These results suggested that Si reduced Cd accumulation by sequestering Cd in hemicellulose 1 in the root cell wall at the subcellular level and retaining most of the Cd in the root exodermis at the cellular level in Moso bamboo under short-term Si application.展开更多
The transformation of biomasses from agro-industrial waste can significantly impact the production of green chemicals from sustainable resources.Pectin is a biopolymer present in lignocellulosic biomass as Orange Peel...The transformation of biomasses from agro-industrial waste can significantly impact the production of green chemicals from sustainable resources.Pectin is a biopolymer present in lignocellulosic biomass as Orange Peel Waste(OPW)and has possibilities for making platform compounds such as furfural for sustainable chemistry.In this work,we studied the transformation to furfural of OPW,pectins,and d-galacturonic acid(D-GalA),which is the main component(65 wt%)of pectin.We analyzed pectins with different degrees of esterification(45,60 and 95 DE)in a one-pot hydrolysis reaction system and studied the differences in depolymerization and dehydration of the carbohydrates.The results show that the production of furfural decreases as the DE value increases.Specifically,low DE values favor the formation of furfural since the decarboxylation reaction is favored over deesterification.Interestingly,the furfural concentration is dependent upon the polysaccharide composition of pentoses and uronic acid.The obtained concentrations of furfural(13 and 14 mmol/L),d-xylose(6.2 and 10 mmol/L),and L-arabinose(2.5 and 2.7 mmol/L)remained the same when the galacturonic acid was fed either as a polymer or a monomer under the same reaction conditions(0.01 M SA,90 min and 433 K).OPW is proposed as a feedstock in a biorefinery,in which on a per kg OPW dry basis,90 g of pectin and 15 g of furfural were produced in the most favorable case.We conclude that the co-production of pectin and furfural from OPW is economically feasible.展开更多
Pectin lyase(PMGL)is an industrially important enzyme with widespread applications in the food,paper,and textile industries,owing to its capacity for direct degradation of highly esterified pectin.In this study,PMGL-B...Pectin lyase(PMGL)is an industrially important enzyme with widespread applications in the food,paper,and textile industries,owing to its capacity for direct degradation of highly esterified pectin.In this study,PMGL-Ba derived from Bacillus licheniformis underwent mining and heterologous expression in P.pastoris.Furthermore,diverse strategies,encompassing the optimization of expression cassette components,elevation of gene dosage,and co-expression of chaperone factors,were employed to augment PMGL-Ba production in P.pastoris.The signaling peptide OST1-pre-α-MF-pro and promoter AOX1 were finally selected as expression elements.By overexpressing the transcription factor Hac1p in conjunction with a two-copy PMGL-Ba setup,a strain yielding high PMGL-Ba production was achieved.In shake flask fermentation lasting 144 h,the total protein concentration reached 1.81 g/L,and the enzyme activity reached 1821.36 U/mL.For further scale up production,high-density fermentation transpired in a 5 L fermenter for 72 h.Remarkably,the total protein concentration increased to 12.49 g/L,and the enzyme activity reached an impressive 12668.12 U/mL.The successful heterologous and efficient expression of PMGL-Ba not only furnishes a valuable biological enzyme for industrial applications but also contributes to cost reduction in the utilization of biological enzymes in industrial applications.展开更多
In this study, the effects of hot water temperature on clarity, total soluble solids, polyphenol oxidase （PPO） and color of banana juice during hot water ex-traction were discussed based on the theory in which heat ...In this study, the effects of hot water temperature on clarity, total soluble solids, polyphenol oxidase （PPO） and color of banana juice during hot water ex-traction were discussed based on the theory in which heat treatment might induce the pectin and protein in banana pulp to form insoluble products. The results showed the hot water temperature had a significant effect on the formation of insol-uble polymers in banana pulp from pectin and protein. In 75 ℃ water, the pectin and protein in banana pulp were most inclined to form insoluble products. Under this condition, the clarity of banana juice was also highest. The light transmittance at 660 nm was close to 90%. In the banana juice, extracted by 75 ℃ water, the pectin and protein contents were lowest, and they were lower than 7.3 mg/100 ml and 12.9 mg/100 ml respectively. The 75 ℃ water could not inactivate completely the pectin in banana pulp due to its high heat resistance, Therefore, 0.05% L-cys-teine or ascorbic acid needed to be added into banana pulp to inhibit the browning of juice induced by residual PPO.展开更多
The changes of physiological and biochemical indices in jujube fruits during the late development were investigated from 6-year-old jujube trees （Zizyphus jujuba Mill. cv. Lingwuchangzao）. The results showed that th...The changes of physiological and biochemical indices in jujube fruits during the late development were investigated from 6-year-old jujube trees （Zizyphus jujuba Mill. cv. Lingwuchangzao）. The results showed that the flesh firmness decreased slowly from white-green stage to full-red stage, being significantly related with the developmental maturity of jujube fruits negatively, the correlation coefficient reached -0.980 3^＊＊. The contents of ascorbic acid and titratable acid in jujube fruits were significantly related with the developmental process of jujube fruits negatively or positively, the correlation coef- ficients were -0. 973 1^＊＊and ＋ 0. 974 6^ ＊ ＊ , respectively. The contents of soluble solids, total sugar, and sucrose increased with jujube ripening, while the relative sweetness of jujube fruits showed the same variation pattern, the correlation coefficients were 0. 996 6 ^＊ ＊ , 0. 988 0^＊＊ , and 0. 982 8 ^＊ ＊ , respectively. Before white-green stage during fruit development, the accumulation of monosaccharide was predominant in jujube fruits, following a fast accumulation of sucrose, indicating that the main component of sugars is sucrose at the crisp-ripe stage. Furthermore, the starch content of the flesh reached the peak at about thirty percentage of jujube maturity, being 51,54 mg/100 g.FW. The respiratory rates varied between 10 mg/（ kg.h） and CO2 26 mg/（ kg.h） after fruit turning red and before softening, indicating a non-climacteric respiratory type.展开更多
We studied the effect of two independent variables, the pectin/calcium chloride weight ratio and the overall matrix weight in HPMC/pectin/calcium matrix tablet, on the release of indomethacin. A two-factor 5-level cen...We studied the effect of two independent variables, the pectin/calcium chloride weight ratio and the overall matrix weight in HPMC/pectin/calcium matrix tablet, on the release of indomethacin. A two-factor 5-level central composite experimental design was employed. Responses of the Peppas correlation parameters n and K and the 10% release time （T0.1） were optimized by response surface methodology. Significant effect of the independent variables on the biphasic release parameters, n and K, was observed. N, K and T0.1 were well fitted with the second-order quadratic equations rather than linear equations. Moreover, the mathematic fitting and the response surfaces showed significant cross-interaction between the pectin/calcium chloride ratio and the overall matrix weight. The optimal formulation with larger n, longer T0.1 and smaller K consisted of medium pectin/calcium chloride ratio around 1.0 and medium matrix weight around 200 mg. Validation studies on the optimal formulations showed good predictability of the n, K and T0.1 values with biases within the range of-7.33% and 6.26%. Our results support that central composite design can be used to optimize drug release from HPMC/pectin/calcium matrix tablet with high predictability.展开更多
AIM: To discuss the expression of glactin-3 in liver metastasis of colon cancer and its inhibition by modi- fied citrus pectin (MCP) in mice. METHODS: Seventy-five Balb/c mice were randomly di- vided into negative con...AIM: To discuss the expression of glactin-3 in liver metastasis of colon cancer and its inhibition by modi- fied citrus pectin (MCP) in mice. METHODS: Seventy-five Balb/c mice were randomly di- vided into negative control group (n = 15), positive con- trol group (n = 15), low MCP concentration group (n = 15), middle MCP concentration group (n = 15) and high MCP concentration group (n = 15). CT26 colon cancer cells were injected into the subcapsule of mouse spleen in positive control group, low, middle and high MCP concentrations groups, except in negative control, to set up a colon cancer liver metastasis model. The concen- tration of MCP in drinking water was 0.0%, 0.0%, 1.0%, 2.5% and 5.0% (wt/vol), respectively. Liver metastasis of colon cancer was observed after 3 wk. Enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay (ELISA) was used to detect the concentration of galectin-3 in serum. Expression of ga- lectin-3 in liver metastasis was detected by immunohis- tochemistry. RESULTS: Except for the negative group, the percent- age of liver metastasis in the other 4 groups was 100%, 80%, 73.3% and 60%, respectively. The number of liver metastases in high MCP concentration group was significantly less than that in positive control group (P = 0.008). Except for the negative group, the median volume of implanted spleen tumor in the other 4 groups was 1.51 cm3, 0.93 cm3, 0.77 cm3 and 0.70 cm3, respec- tively. The volume of implanted tumor in middle and high MCP concentration groups was significantly smaller than that in positive control group (P = 0.019; P = 0.003). The concentration of serum galectin-3 in positive control and MCP treatment groups was significantly higher than that in the negative control group. However, there was no significant difference between them. Except for the negative control group, the expression of galectin-3 in liver metastases of the other 4 groups showed no sig- nificant difference. CONCLUSION: Expression of galetin-3 increases sig- nificantly in liver metastasis of colon cancer, which can be effectively inhibited by MCP.展开更多
AIM: To compare the effectiveness of standard triple, bismuth pectin quadruple and sequential therapies for Helicobacter pylori (H. pylori ) eradication in a randomized, double-blinded, comparative clinical trial in C...AIM: To compare the effectiveness of standard triple, bismuth pectin quadruple and sequential therapies for Helicobacter pylori (H. pylori ) eradication in a randomized, double-blinded, comparative clinical trial in China. METHODS: A total of 215 H. pylori -positive patients were enrolled in the study and randomly allocated into three groups: group A (n = 72) received a 10-d bismuth pectin quadruple therapy (20 mg rabeprazole bid , 1000 mg amoxicillin bid , 100 mg bismuth pectin qid , and 500 mg levofloxacin qd ); group B (n = 72) received the sequential therapy (20 mg omeprazole bid , 1000 mg amoxicillin bid , in 5 d, followed by 20 mg omeprazole bid , 500 mg tinidazole bid , 500 mg clarithromycin bid , for another 5 d); group C (n = 71) received a standard 1-wk triple therapy (20 mg omeprazole bid , 1000 mg amoxicillin bid , 500 mg clarithromycin bid ). After all these treatments, 20 mg omeprazole bid was administrated for 3 wk. H. pylori status was assessed by histology, 13C-urea breath test and rapid urease test at baseline and 4-6 wk after completion of treatment. Ulcer cicatrization was assessed by gastroscopy. χ 2 test (P < 0.05) was used to compare the eradication rates and ulcer cicatrisation rates among the three groups. RESULTS: The eradication rate was 83.33% (60/72) in group A, 88.89% (64/72) in group B, and 80.56% (58/71) in group C. The ulcer cicatrisation rate was 86.44% (51/59) in group A, 90.16% (55/61) in group B, and 84.91% (45/53) in group C. The sequential therapy yielded a higher eradication rate and ulcer cicatrisation rate than the standard triple and bismuth pectin quadruple therapies. Statistically, the eradication rate of group B was significantly different from groups A and C (P < 0.05), but the difference of ulcer cicatrisation rate and side effects was not statistically significant among the three groups (P > 0.05). The three protocols were generally well tolerated. CONCLUSION: The sequential therapy has achieved a significantly higher eradication rate, and is a more suitable first-line alternative protocol for anti-H. pylori infection compared with the standard triple and bismuth pectin quadruple therapies.展开更多
Modified pectin cross-linked with adipic acid, was synthesized and used for heavy metal removal from wastewater. SEM and FTIR were used to investigate its structure and morphology. The modified pectin had a rough, por...Modified pectin cross-linked with adipic acid, was synthesized and used for heavy metal removal from wastewater. SEM and FTIR were used to investigate its structure and morphology. The modified pectin had a rough, porous phase covered with carboxy groups, resulting a high adsorption capacity. And at the room temperature, the saturated loading capacity for Pb^2＋, Cu^2＋ and Zn^2＋ reached 1.82 retool/g, 1.794 mmol/g and 0.964 retool/g, respectively. The results proved its potential application to remove of the heavy metal.展开更多
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文摘Dough preparation and performance are two critical factors influencing the final quality of wheat products. The influence of high and low methoxyl pectins on empirical and dynamic rheological properties of dough and Chinese steamed bread(CSB)quality were investigated. Different concentrations of high methoxyl apple pectin(HMAP), low methoxyl apple pectin(LMAP),and amidation apple pectin(ALMAP) were tested. Results from dynamic and empirical rheological tests indicated that all concentrations of pectins tested(0.2%, 0.6%, and 1%) negatively affected the gluten network. The low methoxyl pectins, LMAP and ALMAP, which had higher anionic densities, resulted in a pronounced weakening of the dough. Meanwhile, dough fermentation properties improved in the presence of appropriate pectins concentrations, and higher maximum dough height, stability of dough pore space, and gas retention were recorded. HMAP was the pectin most effective in influencing dough fermentation properties at all tested concentrations. Regarding CSB quality, textural properties, specific volume, moisture content, and water-holding capacity were analyzed. Generally, the textural properties of CSB were improved, including improved springiness and decreased hardness and chewiness, when 0.2%–0.6% HMAP or LMAP was used. The specific volume of CSB was increased by adding 0.2%–1% HMAP,0.6%–1% LMAP, or 0.2%–0.6% ALMAP. Moreover, CSB moisture loss was progressively reduced in the presence of different pectins at all tested concentrations during storage. In conclusion, pectins, especially HMAP, are good additives for improving the fermentation properties of dough and overall quality of CSB.
文摘Plasmodesmata(PD)create symplasmic continuity in plant tissues by connecting the cytoplasm of neighboring cells.Molecular movement through PD is important for many processes,including organ development,pathogen defense,environmental acclimation,and nutrient allocation.Elucidating the kinetics of PD transport and its regulation is essential for understanding these processes.
基金supported by grants from the National Key Research and Development Program of China(2021YFD2200502_3)the National Natural Science Foundation of China(32400247 and 32401906)the CAS Project for Young Scientists in Basic Research(YSBR-119)。
文摘The plant cell wall is an extremely complicated natural nanoscale structure composed of cellulose microfibrils embedded in a matrix of noncellulosic polysaccharides,further reinforced by the phenolic compound lignins in some cell types.Such a network formed by the interactions of multiscale polymers actually reflects functional form of the cell wall to meet the requirements of plant cell functionalization.Therefore,how plants assemble cell wall functional structure is fundamental in plant biology and critical for crop trait formation and domestication as well.Due to the lack of effective analytical techniques to characterize this fundamental but complex network,it remains difficult to establish direct links between cell-wall genes and phenotypes.The roles of plant cell walls are often underestimated as indirect.Over the past decades,many genes involved in cell wall biosynthesis,modification,and remodeling have been identified.The application of a variety of state-of-the-art techniques has made it possible to reveal the fine cell wall networks and polymer interactions.Hence,many exciting advances in cell wall biology have been achieved in recent years.This review provides an updated overview of the mechanistic and conceptual insights in cell wall functionality,and prospects the opportunities and challenges in this field.
基金the NSF (MCB-1615387)a Yale University Brown Fellowship for funding
文摘Pectins are complex cell wall polysaccharides important for many aspects of plant development. Recent studies have discovered extensive physical interactions between pectins and other cell wall components,implicating pectins in new molecular functions. Pectins are often localized in spatially-restricted patterns, and some of these non-uniform pectin distributions contribute to multiple aspects of plant development, including the morphogenesis of cells and organs. Furthermore, a growing number of mutants affecting cell wall composi- tion have begun to reveal the distinct contributions of different pectins to plant development. This review discusses the interactions of pectins with other cell wall components, the functions of pectins in controlling cellular morphology, and how non-uniform pectin composition can be an important determinant of developmental processes.
文摘Abstract: Arabinogalactan proteins (AGPs) and pectins were detected in the floral buds of cucumber (Cucumis sativus L.) during its sex determination using the following monoclonal antibodies: MAC 207 (recognizes AGP epitopes); JIM 8 (recognizes a subset of AGP epitopes); and JIM 5 and JIM 7 (epitopes of pectins esterified to various degrees). In the stem apex meristem (SAM) of the cucumber, epitopes of MAC 207, JIM 7, and JIM 5 were localized in the cells from second to third peripheral layers when the sex organ primodium began to differentiate; epitopes of MAC 207 and JIM 5 were also detected in the ragged edge cells. A very dense labeling signal with MAC 207 was observed in the carpel and pistil primodium. The AGP epitopes recognized by JIM 8 were localized in the anther of the male flower and the anther-like portion of the stagnant stamen of the female flower. This suggests that the AGPs and pectins in the SAM of the cucumber are closely associated with the differentiation of the SAM, from meristematic cells to floral primodium. The subset of AGPs recognized by JIM 8 may play an important role in stamen formation.
基金supported by the grants of the National Natural Science Foundation of China(Grant No.82474070)Jilin Science&Technology Development Plan(Grant No.20230204003YY).
文摘Biomacromolecules derived from plant-based traditional Chinese medicines play a pivotal role in natural drug research.Ginseng,the root of Panax ginseng C.A.Meyer,has attracted significant attention due to its diverse pharmacological activities and broad therapeutic applications.This review focuses on specific active macromolecules obtained from ginseng,including pectin,exosomes,proteins,and dietary fibers.These components possess unique structural characteristics and biological activities that offer novel insights into the multifaceted applications of ginseng.To systematically assess this field,we reviewed literature published over the past 60 years and identified 119 relevant studies investigating the structural composition,pharmacological activity,and potential applications of P.ginseng biomacromolecules.By highlighting their crucial role in promoting health and enhancing disease resistance,this review synthesizes the latest research findings on ginseng’s pharmacological effects,providing new perspectives and strong theoretical support for clinical drug development.
基金supported by the National Natural Science Fund(31601395)Central Guidance on Local Science and Technology Development Fund of Guizhou Province([2023]016)+1 种基金China National Center for Food Safety Risk Assessment(2018K01-20171211)Lueyang Black-Bone Chicken Industry Development Research Institute(WJYJY-2021-9)。
文摘Tropomyosin(TM)is the predominant allergenic protein in shrimp,which has induced IgE-mediated food allergy reactions.In this study,Lit v 1 was purified from Penaeus vannamei muscles,which were glyco sylated by pectic oligosaccharides.The results showed that di-galacturonic acid(DGA)and galacturonic acid(GA)induced the unfolding of the primary protein structure of TM,and changedα-helical structure,and IgE binding capacity.In addition,compared with TM-sensitized BALB/c mice,GA-modified TM(GA-TM)and DGA-modified TM(DGA-TM)were insufficient to stimulate sensitization,and significantly reduced the hypersecretion of IgE,IgG1,HIS,and IL-4,up-regulated IgG2a and IFN-y levels to improve imbalanced Th1/Th2,Treg/Th17 immunity,and promoted mRNA expression of tight junction proteins.Together,this study confirmed that glycosylation modification alleviated sensitization by altering TM structure,reducing IgE binding allergic inflammatory response,and regulating cytokine immune balance.Overall,these results indicated that glycosylation modification was a promising method for decreasing the allergenic reactivity of allergic proteins.
文摘Pectin is a natural polysaccharide with a complex structure consisting of linear and branched regions rich in galacturonic acid.The growing interest in orange peel pectin can be attributed to its abundant supply.According to statistics,about 10 million tons of orange peel waste are produced worldwide each year.Traditionally,the extraction and utilization of pectin have focused on its gelling,thickening,and stabilizing properties in food.However,as more and more research teams have found that pectin has good biocompatibility,biodegradability and easy chemical modification,its potential in drug delivery systems,tissue engineering,and wound healing is gradually being explored.This review focuses on orange peel pectin polysaccharides and discusses its traditional and modern extraction techniques,especially the advanced method of subcritical water extraction.This study also outlines the structural modifications of pectin such as methylation and acetylation,and introduces its antioxidant and anticancer biological activities and their emerging roles in the development of advanced biomaterials such as bone tissue engineering and fibre pad dressings.
基金funded by the National Natural Science Foundation of China(32072022)the Nanfan Special Project,CAAS(YBXM07)the Hainan Yazhou Bay Seed Laboratory,China(B23CJ0208)。
文摘The germination process of seeds is influenced by the interplay between two opposing factors,pectin methylesterase(PME)and pectin methylesterase inhibitor(PMEI),which collectively regulate patterns of pectin methylesterification.Despite the recognized importance of pectin methylesterification in seed germination,the specific mechanisms that govern this process remain unclear.In this study,we demonstrated that the overexpression of GhPMEI53is associated with a decrease in PME activity and an increase in pectin methylesterification.This leads to seed cell wall softening,which positively regulates cotton seed germination.AtPMEI19,the homologue in Arabidopsis thaliana,plays a similar role in seed germination to GhPMEI53,indicating a conserved function and mechanism of PMEI in seed germination regulation.Further studies revealed that GhPMEI53 and AtPMEI19 directly contribute to promoting radicle protrusion and seed germination by inducing cell wall softening and reducing mechanical strength.Additionally,the pathways of abscicic acid(ABA)and gibberellin(GA)in the transgenic materials showed significant changes,suggesting that GhPMEI53/AtPMEI19-mediated pectin methylesterification serves as a regulatory signal for the related phytohormones involved in seed germination.In summary,GhPMEI53 and its homologs alter the mechanical properties of cell walls,which influence the mechanical resistance of the endosperm or testa.Moreover,they impact cellular phytohormone pathways(e.g.,ABA and GA)to regulate seed germination.These findings enhance our understanding of pectin methylesterification in cellular morphological dynamics and signaling transduction,and contribute to a more comprehensive understanding of the PME/PMEI gene superfamily in plants.
基金financial support from the National Natural Science Foundation of China(Nos.30800705,31101599)the Natural Science Foundation of Zhejiang Provincial(Nos.LY18C150007,LY15C150004)+1 种基金Key Research and Development Projects of Social Development of Jinhua Science and Technology Program(No.2021C22750)the Zhejiang Provincial Key Laboratory of Subtropic Soil and Plant Nutrition,China。
文摘Cadmium(Cd)pollution poses a serious threat to plant growth and yield.Nanomaterials have shown great application potential for alleviation of Cd toxicity to plants.In this study,we applied graphitic carbon nitride nanosheets(g-C_(3)N_(4)NSs)for alleviation of Cd-toxicity to soybean(Glycine max L.).The g-C_(3)N_(4)NSs supplementation significantly improved plant growth and reduced oxidative damage in the Cd-toxicated soybean seedlings through hydroponic culture.Particularly,the g-C_(3)N_(4)NSs dynamically regulated the root cell wall(RCW)components by increasing pectin content and modifying its demethylation via enhancing pectin methylesterase(PME)activity,therefore greatly enhanced stronger RCW-Cd retention(up to 82.8%)and reduced Cd migration to the shoot.Additionally,the g-C_(3)N_(4)NSs reversed the Cd-induced chlorosis,increased photosynthetic efficiency because of enhancement in F_v/F_mration,Y(Ⅱ)and sugars content.These results provide new insights into the alleviation of Cd toxicity to plants by g-C_(3)N_(4)NSs,and shed light on the application of low-cost and environmental-friendly carbon-based NMs for alleviating heavy metal toxicity to plants.
基金supported by the Agricultural Research Development Agency of Thailand (Grant No.PRP6405030280)Research Promotion fund for International and Educational Excellence, Thailand (Grant No.08/2562)。
文摘Prezygotic isolation is important for successful fertilization in rice, significantly affecting yield. This study focused on F_(5:6) generation plants derived from inter-subspecific crosses(Nipponbare × KDML105) with low(LS) and high seed-setting rates(HS), in which normal pollen fertility was observed. However, LS plants showed a reduced number of pollen grains adhering to the stigma and fewer pollen tubes reaching the ovules at 4-5 h post-pollination, compared with HS plants. Bulked segregant RNA-Seq analysis of pollinated pistils from the HS and LS groups revealed 249 and 473 differentially expressed genes(DEGs), respectively. Kyoto Encyclopedia of Genes and Genomes analysis of the HS and LS-specific DEGs indicated enrichment in metabolic pathways, pentose and glucuronate interconversions, and flavonoid biosynthesis. Several of these DEGs exhibited co-expression with pollen development genes and formed extensive clusters of co-expression networks. Compared with LS pistils, enzyme genes controlling pectin degradation, such as OsPME35 and OsPLL9, showed similar expression patterns, with higher levels in HS pistils pre-pollination. Os02g0467600, similar to cinnamate 4-hydroxylase gene(CYP73), involved in flavonoid biosynthesis, displayed higher expression in HS pistils post-pollination. Our findings suggest that OsPME35, OsPLL9, and Os02g0467600 contribute to prezygotic isolation by potentially modifying the stigma cell wall(OsPME35 and OsPLL9) and controlling later processes such as pollen-stigma adhesion(Os02g0467600) genes. Furthermore, several DEGs specific to HS and LS were co-localized with QTLs and functional genes associated with spikelet fertility. These findings provide valuable insights for further research on rice spikelet fertility, ultimately contributing to the development of high-yielding rice varieties.
基金financially supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China(No.31972495)the Natural Science Foundation of Zhejiang Province,China(No.LQ20C160005)+1 种基金the Fundamental Research Funds for the Universities of Zhejiang Province,China(No.2020KJ002)the Agricultural Science and Technology Cooperation and Innovation Project of Hangzhou,China(No.202209SX13)。
文摘Moso bamboo is one of the most important economic bamboo species in China,but cadmium(Cd)pollution has become a potential threat of its sustainable development.Silicon(Si)reduces Cd accumulation in many plant species.However,the exact mechanisms of this effect in Moso bamboo are still poorly understood.Here,we investigated the effect of Si on Cd accumulation in Moso bamboo in terms of Cd concentration in roots,Cd cellular and subcellular distribution,root cell morphology,and gene expression.Seedlings(ten days old)were exposed to different concentrations of Cd(0,1,5,and 50μmol L^(-1))in a 0.5 mmol L^(-1)CaCl_(2) solution treated with(+Si)and without(-Si)1 mmol L^(-1)Si(as silicic acid)for two days.The effect of Si on the alleviation of Cd-induced inhibition of root elongation was not obvious,but Si could significantly reduce Cd accumulation in roots at all tested Cd concentrations(1,5,and50μmol L^(-1)).Cadmium was localized in all cells of roots,but Si application altered the Cd distribution from all cells to distal side of exodermis cells in roots.Semi-quantitative determination of Cd using energy-dispersive X-rays revealed higher Cd concentrations in exodermis,but lower concentrations in the stele when Si was applied.However,Si increased Cd accumulation in root cell wall,but decreased it in cell sap.Moreover,more than 70%of Cd and Si were found in hemicellulose 1 of the cell wall.These results suggested that Si reduced Cd accumulation by sequestering Cd in hemicellulose 1 in the root cell wall at the subcellular level and retaining most of the Cd in the root exodermis at the cellular level in Moso bamboo under short-term Si application.
基金supported by the project:“Obtención de biocombustibles y compuestos químicos de alto valor agregado a partir de biomasas de desecho ricas en pectina”,CONAHCYT agreement:CB 255527-2016the Fellowship with reference number:654271 from the Mexican Council for Science and Technology,CONAHCYT was assigned to Eva Estela Rivera Cedillo as PhD student.
文摘The transformation of biomasses from agro-industrial waste can significantly impact the production of green chemicals from sustainable resources.Pectin is a biopolymer present in lignocellulosic biomass as Orange Peel Waste(OPW)and has possibilities for making platform compounds such as furfural for sustainable chemistry.In this work,we studied the transformation to furfural of OPW,pectins,and d-galacturonic acid(D-GalA),which is the main component(65 wt%)of pectin.We analyzed pectins with different degrees of esterification(45,60 and 95 DE)in a one-pot hydrolysis reaction system and studied the differences in depolymerization and dehydration of the carbohydrates.The results show that the production of furfural decreases as the DE value increases.Specifically,low DE values favor the formation of furfural since the decarboxylation reaction is favored over deesterification.Interestingly,the furfural concentration is dependent upon the polysaccharide composition of pentoses and uronic acid.The obtained concentrations of furfural(13 and 14 mmol/L),d-xylose(6.2 and 10 mmol/L),and L-arabinose(2.5 and 2.7 mmol/L)remained the same when the galacturonic acid was fed either as a polymer or a monomer under the same reaction conditions(0.01 M SA,90 min and 433 K).OPW is proposed as a feedstock in a biorefinery,in which on a per kg OPW dry basis,90 g of pectin and 15 g of furfural were produced in the most favorable case.We conclude that the co-production of pectin and furfural from OPW is economically feasible.
基金supported by the National Key R&D Program of China(NO.2021YFC2100400).
文摘Pectin lyase(PMGL)is an industrially important enzyme with widespread applications in the food,paper,and textile industries,owing to its capacity for direct degradation of highly esterified pectin.In this study,PMGL-Ba derived from Bacillus licheniformis underwent mining and heterologous expression in P.pastoris.Furthermore,diverse strategies,encompassing the optimization of expression cassette components,elevation of gene dosage,and co-expression of chaperone factors,were employed to augment PMGL-Ba production in P.pastoris.The signaling peptide OST1-pre-α-MF-pro and promoter AOX1 were finally selected as expression elements.By overexpressing the transcription factor Hac1p in conjunction with a two-copy PMGL-Ba setup,a strain yielding high PMGL-Ba production was achieved.In shake flask fermentation lasting 144 h,the total protein concentration reached 1.81 g/L,and the enzyme activity reached 1821.36 U/mL.For further scale up production,high-density fermentation transpired in a 5 L fermenter for 72 h.Remarkably,the total protein concentration increased to 12.49 g/L,and the enzyme activity reached an impressive 12668.12 U/mL.The successful heterologous and efficient expression of PMGL-Ba not only furnishes a valuable biological enzyme for industrial applications but also contributes to cost reduction in the utilization of biological enzymes in industrial applications.
基金Supported by the Key Project of the National Twelfth-Five Year Research Program of China(2012BAD31B03)Guangdong Province Science and Technology Project(2011B010100041)~~
文摘In this study, the effects of hot water temperature on clarity, total soluble solids, polyphenol oxidase （PPO） and color of banana juice during hot water ex-traction were discussed based on the theory in which heat treatment might induce the pectin and protein in banana pulp to form insoluble products. The results showed the hot water temperature had a significant effect on the formation of insol-uble polymers in banana pulp from pectin and protein. In 75 ℃ water, the pectin and protein in banana pulp were most inclined to form insoluble products. Under this condition, the clarity of banana juice was also highest. The light transmittance at 660 nm was close to 90%. In the banana juice, extracted by 75 ℃ water, the pectin and protein contents were lowest, and they were lower than 7.3 mg/100 ml and 12.9 mg/100 ml respectively. The 75 ℃ water could not inactivate completely the pectin in banana pulp due to its high heat resistance, Therefore, 0.05% L-cys-teine or ascorbic acid needed to be added into banana pulp to inhibit the browning of juice induced by residual PPO.
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文摘The changes of physiological and biochemical indices in jujube fruits during the late development were investigated from 6-year-old jujube trees （Zizyphus jujuba Mill. cv. Lingwuchangzao）. The results showed that the flesh firmness decreased slowly from white-green stage to full-red stage, being significantly related with the developmental maturity of jujube fruits negatively, the correlation coefficient reached -0.980 3^＊＊. The contents of ascorbic acid and titratable acid in jujube fruits were significantly related with the developmental process of jujube fruits negatively or positively, the correlation coef- ficients were -0. 973 1^＊＊and ＋ 0. 974 6^ ＊ ＊ , respectively. The contents of soluble solids, total sugar, and sucrose increased with jujube ripening, while the relative sweetness of jujube fruits showed the same variation pattern, the correlation coefficients were 0. 996 6 ^＊ ＊ , 0. 988 0^＊＊ , and 0. 982 8 ^＊ ＊ , respectively. Before white-green stage during fruit development, the accumulation of monosaccharide was predominant in jujube fruits, following a fast accumulation of sucrose, indicating that the main component of sugars is sucrose at the crisp-ripe stage. Furthermore, the starch content of the flesh reached the peak at about thirty percentage of jujube maturity, being 51,54 mg/100 g.FW. The respiratory rates varied between 10 mg/（ kg.h） and CO2 26 mg/（ kg.h） after fruit turning red and before softening, indicating a non-climacteric respiratory type.
基金Shanghai Municipal Committee of Sciencc and Tcchnology (Grant No.024319114).
文摘We studied the effect of two independent variables, the pectin/calcium chloride weight ratio and the overall matrix weight in HPMC/pectin/calcium matrix tablet, on the release of indomethacin. A two-factor 5-level central composite experimental design was employed. Responses of the Peppas correlation parameters n and K and the 10% release time （T0.1） were optimized by response surface methodology. Significant effect of the independent variables on the biphasic release parameters, n and K, was observed. N, K and T0.1 were well fitted with the second-order quadratic equations rather than linear equations. Moreover, the mathematic fitting and the response surfaces showed significant cross-interaction between the pectin/calcium chloride ratio and the overall matrix weight. The optimal formulation with larger n, longer T0.1 and smaller K consisted of medium pectin/calcium chloride ratio around 1.0 and medium matrix weight around 200 mg. Validation studies on the optimal formulations showed good predictability of the n, K and T0.1 values with biases within the range of-7.33% and 6.26%. Our results support that central composite design can be used to optimize drug release from HPMC/pectin/calcium matrix tablet with high predictability.
文摘AIM: To discuss the expression of glactin-3 in liver metastasis of colon cancer and its inhibition by modi- fied citrus pectin (MCP) in mice. METHODS: Seventy-five Balb/c mice were randomly di- vided into negative control group (n = 15), positive con- trol group (n = 15), low MCP concentration group (n = 15), middle MCP concentration group (n = 15) and high MCP concentration group (n = 15). CT26 colon cancer cells were injected into the subcapsule of mouse spleen in positive control group, low, middle and high MCP concentrations groups, except in negative control, to set up a colon cancer liver metastasis model. The concen- tration of MCP in drinking water was 0.0%, 0.0%, 1.0%, 2.5% and 5.0% (wt/vol), respectively. Liver metastasis of colon cancer was observed after 3 wk. Enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay (ELISA) was used to detect the concentration of galectin-3 in serum. Expression of ga- lectin-3 in liver metastasis was detected by immunohis- tochemistry. RESULTS: Except for the negative group, the percent- age of liver metastasis in the other 4 groups was 100%, 80%, 73.3% and 60%, respectively. The number of liver metastases in high MCP concentration group was significantly less than that in positive control group (P = 0.008). Except for the negative group, the median volume of implanted spleen tumor in the other 4 groups was 1.51 cm3, 0.93 cm3, 0.77 cm3 and 0.70 cm3, respec- tively. The volume of implanted tumor in middle and high MCP concentration groups was significantly smaller than that in positive control group (P = 0.019; P = 0.003). The concentration of serum galectin-3 in positive control and MCP treatment groups was significantly higher than that in the negative control group. However, there was no significant difference between them. Except for the negative control group, the expression of galectin-3 in liver metastases of the other 4 groups showed no sig- nificant difference. CONCLUSION: Expression of galetin-3 increases sig- nificantly in liver metastasis of colon cancer, which can be effectively inhibited by MCP.
文摘AIM: To compare the effectiveness of standard triple, bismuth pectin quadruple and sequential therapies for Helicobacter pylori (H. pylori ) eradication in a randomized, double-blinded, comparative clinical trial in China. METHODS: A total of 215 H. pylori -positive patients were enrolled in the study and randomly allocated into three groups: group A (n = 72) received a 10-d bismuth pectin quadruple therapy (20 mg rabeprazole bid , 1000 mg amoxicillin bid , 100 mg bismuth pectin qid , and 500 mg levofloxacin qd ); group B (n = 72) received the sequential therapy (20 mg omeprazole bid , 1000 mg amoxicillin bid , in 5 d, followed by 20 mg omeprazole bid , 500 mg tinidazole bid , 500 mg clarithromycin bid , for another 5 d); group C (n = 71) received a standard 1-wk triple therapy (20 mg omeprazole bid , 1000 mg amoxicillin bid , 500 mg clarithromycin bid ). After all these treatments, 20 mg omeprazole bid was administrated for 3 wk. H. pylori status was assessed by histology, 13C-urea breath test and rapid urease test at baseline and 4-6 wk after completion of treatment. Ulcer cicatrization was assessed by gastroscopy. χ 2 test (P < 0.05) was used to compare the eradication rates and ulcer cicatrisation rates among the three groups. RESULTS: The eradication rate was 83.33% (60/72) in group A, 88.89% (64/72) in group B, and 80.56% (58/71) in group C. The ulcer cicatrisation rate was 86.44% (51/59) in group A, 90.16% (55/61) in group B, and 84.91% (45/53) in group C. The sequential therapy yielded a higher eradication rate and ulcer cicatrisation rate than the standard triple and bismuth pectin quadruple therapies. Statistically, the eradication rate of group B was significantly different from groups A and C (P < 0.05), but the difference of ulcer cicatrisation rate and side effects was not statistically significant among the three groups (P > 0.05). The three protocols were generally well tolerated. CONCLUSION: The sequential therapy has achieved a significantly higher eradication rate, and is a more suitable first-line alternative protocol for anti-H. pylori infection compared with the standard triple and bismuth pectin quadruple therapies.
文摘Modified pectin cross-linked with adipic acid, was synthesized and used for heavy metal removal from wastewater. SEM and FTIR were used to investigate its structure and morphology. The modified pectin had a rough, porous phase covered with carboxy groups, resulting a high adsorption capacity. And at the room temperature, the saturated loading capacity for Pb^2＋, Cu^2＋ and Zn^2＋ reached 1.82 retool/g, 1.794 mmol/g and 0.964 retool/g, respectively. The results proved its potential application to remove of the heavy metal.
