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Taurine Synthesis by 2-Aminoethanethiol Dioxygenase as a Vulnerable Metabolic Alteration in Pancreatic Cancer. 2-氨基乙硫醇双加氧酶合成牛磺酸在胰腺癌中的易感代谢改变。
IF 3 3区 医学
Biomolecules & Therapeutics Pub Date : 2025-01-01 Epub Date: 2024-12-05 DOI: 10.4062/biomolther.2024.086
Hoonsik Nam, Woohyung Lee, Yun Ji Lee, Jin-Mo Kim, Kyung Hee Jung, Soon-Sun Hong, Song Cheol Kim, Sunghyouk Park
{"title":"Taurine Synthesis by 2-Aminoethanethiol Dioxygenase as a Vulnerable Metabolic Alteration in Pancreatic Cancer.","authors":"Hoonsik Nam, Woohyung Lee, Yun Ji Lee, Jin-Mo Kim, Kyung Hee Jung, Soon-Sun Hong, Song Cheol Kim, Sunghyouk Park","doi":"10.4062/biomolther.2024.086","DOIUrl":"10.4062/biomolther.2024.086","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>Pancreatic ductal adenocarcinoma (PDAC) exhibits an altered metabolic profile compared to normal pancreatic tissue. However, studies on actual pancreatic tissues are limited. Untargeted metabolomics analysis was conducted on 54 pairs of tumor and matched normal tissues. Taurine levels were validated via immunohistochemistry (IHC) on separate PDAC and normal tissues. Bioinformatics analysis of transcriptomics and proteomics data evaluated genes associated with taurine metabolism. Identified taurine-associated gene was validated through gene modulation. Clinical implications were evaluated using patient data. Metabolomics analysis showed a 2.51-fold increase in taurine in PDAC compared to normal tissues (n=54). IHC confirmed this in independent samples (n=99 PDAC, 19 normal). Bioinformatics identified 2-aminoethanethiol dioxygenase (ADO) as a key gene modulating taurine metabolism. IHC on a tissue microarray (39 PDAC, 10 normal) confirmed elevated ADO in PDAC. The ADO-Taurine axis correlated with PDAC recurrence and disease-free survival. ADO knockdown reduced cancer cell proliferation and tumor growth in a mouse xenograft model. The MEK-related signaling pathway is suggested to be modulated by ADO-Taurine metabolism. Our multi-omics investigation revealed elevated taurine synthesis mediated by ADO upregulation in PDAC. The ADO-Taurine axis may serve as a biomarker for PDAC prognosis and a therapeutic target.</p>","PeriodicalId":8949,"journal":{"name":"Biomolecules & Therapeutics","volume":" ","pages":"143-154"},"PeriodicalIF":3.0,"publicationDate":"2025-01-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC11704412/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142784053","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":3,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
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Intra-Articular Injection of Stem Cells for the Regeneration of Knee Joint Cartilage: a Therapeutic Option for Knee Osteoarthritis - a Narrative Review. 关节内注射干细胞再生膝关节软骨:膝关节骨性关节炎的一种治疗选择。
IF 3 3区 医学
Biomolecules & Therapeutics Pub Date : 2025-01-01 Epub Date: 2024-12-05 DOI: 10.4062/biomolther.2024.139
Hyun Jae Lee, Rajib Hossain, Chang-Heon Baek, Choong Jae Lee, Sun-Chul Hwang
{"title":"Intra-Articular Injection of Stem Cells for the Regeneration of Knee Joint Cartilage: a Therapeutic Option for Knee Osteoarthritis - a Narrative Review.","authors":"Hyun Jae Lee, Rajib Hossain, Chang-Heon Baek, Choong Jae Lee, Sun-Chul Hwang","doi":"10.4062/biomolther.2024.139","DOIUrl":"10.4062/biomolther.2024.139","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>Current approaches to regulating osteoarthritis primarily focus on symptom management; however, these methods often have significant side effects and may not be suitable for long-term care. As an alternative to conventional treatments, injecting stem cells into knee joint cartilage is a promising option for repairing damaged cartilage. In this review, we outline the general procedure for stem cell treatment of knee joint cartilage regeneration, emphasizing the potential of intra-articular stem cell injections as a therapeutic option for osteoarthritis. We examined and summarized patient evaluation and preparation for knee joint stem cell therapy, stem cell harvesting, stem cell preparation, injection procedures for stem cell therapy, post-injection care and monitoring, potential outcomes of stem cell therapy, and considerations and risks associated with stem cell therapy. Overall, stem cell injections for knee joint cartilage damage represent a promising frontier in orthopedic care. They offer potential benefits such as pain and inflammation reduction, promotion of cartilage repair and regeneration, and the possibility of avoiding more invasive treatments such as knee surgery. Ongoing collaboration among researchers, clinicians, and regulatory organizations is crucial for advancing this field and translating scientific discoveries into effective clinical applications.</p>","PeriodicalId":8949,"journal":{"name":"Biomolecules & Therapeutics","volume":" ","pages":"86-94"},"PeriodicalIF":3.0,"publicationDate":"2025-01-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC11704397/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142779232","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":3,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
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Probiotics as Potential Treatments for Neurodegenerative Diseases: a Review of the Evidence from in vivo to Clinical Trial. 益生菌作为神经退行性疾病的潜在治疗方法:从体内到临床试验的证据综述。
IF 3 3区 医学
Biomolecules & Therapeutics Pub Date : 2025-01-01 Epub Date: 2024-12-16 DOI: 10.4062/biomolther.2024.215
Jin Hee Kim, Yujin Choi, Seungmin Lee, Myung Sook Oh
{"title":"Probiotics as Potential Treatments for Neurodegenerative Diseases: a Review of the Evidence from <i>in vivo</i> to Clinical Trial.","authors":"Jin Hee Kim, Yujin Choi, Seungmin Lee, Myung Sook Oh","doi":"10.4062/biomolther.2024.215","DOIUrl":"10.4062/biomolther.2024.215","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>Neurodegenerative diseases (NDDs), characterized by the progressive deterioration of the structure and function of the nervous system, represent a significant global health challenge. Emerging research suggests that the gut microbiota plays a critical role in regulating neurodegeneration via modulation of the gut-brain axis. Probiotics, defined as live microorganisms that confer health benefits to the host, have garnered significant attention owing to their therapeutic potential in NDDs. This review examines the current research trends related to the microbiome-gut-brain axis across various NDDs, highlighting key findings and their implications. Additionally, the effects of specific probiotic strains, including <i>Lactobacillus plantarum</i>, <i>Bifidobacterium breve</i>, and <i>Lactobacillus rhamnosus</i>, on neurodegenerative processes were assessed, focusing on their potential therapeutic benefits. Overall, this review emphasizes the potential of probiotics as promising therapeutic agents for NDDs, underscoring the importance of further investigation into this emerging field.</p>","PeriodicalId":8949,"journal":{"name":"Biomolecules & Therapeutics","volume":" ","pages":"54-74"},"PeriodicalIF":3.0,"publicationDate":"2025-01-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC11704393/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142827096","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":3,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
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Jolkinolide B Ameliorates Liver Inflammation and Lipogenesis by Regulating JAK/STAT3 Pathway. Jolkinolide B通过调节JAK/STAT3通路改善肝脏炎症和脂肪生成
IF 3 3区 医学
Biomolecules & Therapeutics Pub Date : 2024-11-01 Epub Date: 2024-10-07 DOI: 10.4062/biomolther.2024.033
Hye-Rin Noh, Guoyan Sui, Jin Woo Lee, Feng Wang, Jeong-Su Park, Yuanqiang Ma, Hwan Ma, Ji-Won Jeong, Dong-Su Shin, Xuefeng Wu, Bang-Yeon Hwang, Yoon Seok Roh
{"title":"Jolkinolide B Ameliorates Liver Inflammation and Lipogenesis by Regulating JAK/STAT3 Pathway.","authors":"Hye-Rin Noh, Guoyan Sui, Jin Woo Lee, Feng Wang, Jeong-Su Park, Yuanqiang Ma, Hwan Ma, Ji-Won Jeong, Dong-Su Shin, Xuefeng Wu, Bang-Yeon Hwang, Yoon Seok Roh","doi":"10.4062/biomolther.2024.033","DOIUrl":"10.4062/biomolther.2024.033","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>Hepatic dysregulation of lipid metabolism exacerbates inflammation and enhances the progression of metabolic dysfunction-associated steatotic liver disease (MASLD). STAT3 has been linked to lipid metabolism and inflammation. Jolkinolide B (JB), derived from <i>Euphorbia fischeriana</i>, is known for its pharmacological anti-inflammatory and anti-tumor properties. Therefore, this study investigated whether JB affects MASLD prevention by regulating STAT3 signaling. JB attenuated steatosis and inflammatory responses in palmitic acid (PA)-treated hepatocytes. Additionally, JB treatment reduced the mRNA expression of <i>de-novo</i> lipogenic genes, such as acetyl-CoA carboxylase and stearoyl-CoA desaturase 1. Interestingly, JB-mediated reduction in inflammation and lipogenesis was dependent on STAT3 signaling. JB consistently modulated mitochondrial dysfunction and the mRNA expression of inflammatory cytokines by inhibiting PA-induced JAK/STAT3 activation. This study suggests that JB is a potential therapeutic agent to prevent major stages of MASLD through inhibition of JAK/STAT3 signaling in hepatocytes.</p>","PeriodicalId":8949,"journal":{"name":"Biomolecules & Therapeutics","volume":" ","pages":"793-800"},"PeriodicalIF":3.0,"publicationDate":"2024-11-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC11535294/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142380049","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":3,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
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Isoorientin Suppresses Invasion of Breast and Colon Cancer Cells by Inhibition of CXC Chemokine Receptor 4 Expression. 异连蛋白通过抑制 CXC 趋化因子受体 4 的表达抑制乳腺癌和结肠癌细胞的侵袭
IF 3 3区 医学
Biomolecules & Therapeutics Pub Date : 2024-11-01 Epub Date: 2024-10-07 DOI: 10.4062/biomolther.2024.137
Buyun Kim, Byoungduck Park
{"title":"Isoorientin Suppresses Invasion of Breast and Colon Cancer Cells by Inhibition of CXC Chemokine Receptor 4 Expression.","authors":"Buyun Kim, Byoungduck Park","doi":"10.4062/biomolther.2024.137","DOIUrl":"10.4062/biomolther.2024.137","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>Cancer metastasis still accounts for up to 90% of cancer-related deaths, but the molecular mechanism for metastasis is unclear. Several chemokines and their receptors mediate tumor cell metastasis, particularly through long-term effects that regulate angiogenesis, tumor cell proliferation and apoptosis. Among them, CXC chemokine receptor 4 (CXCR4) has been shown to play a pivotal role in cancer metastasis through interaction with a ligand (CXCL12), also known as stromal cell-derived factor 1α (SDF-1α). The CXCR4 promoter region is well characterized, and its expression is controlled by various transcriptional factors, including NF-κB, HIF-1α, and so forth. Isoorientin (ISO) is a 3', 4', 5, 7-tetrahydroxy-6-C-glucopyranosyl flavone. ISO has been reported to exhibit anti-oxidant, anti-cancer, and anti-inflammatory properties. However, the anti-metastatic effect of ISO following downregulation of CXCR4 is unknown, and the mechanism underlying the antitumor activity has yet to be elucidated. In our present study, we showed that ISO inhibited the expression of CXCR4 through NF-κB regulation in breast and colon cancer cells. We have also demonstrated that ISO inhibits CXCR4 expression in a variety of tumor cells. Furthermore, we found that CXCR4 expression is regulated through inhibition of the transcription process. Inhibition of CXCR4 expression also reduced the invasion of cancer cells by CXCL12. In conclusion, our results suggest that ISO is a novel inhibitor to regulate CXCR4 expression and the key molecule contributing to antitumor activity.</p>","PeriodicalId":8949,"journal":{"name":"Biomolecules & Therapeutics","volume":" ","pages":"759-766"},"PeriodicalIF":3.0,"publicationDate":"2024-11-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC11535293/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142380048","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":3,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
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Emodin Inhibited MUC5AC Mucin Gene Expression via Affecting EGFR-MAPK-Sp1 Signaling Pathway in Human Airway Epithelial Cells. 大黄素通过影响表皮生长因子受体-MAPK-Sp1信号通路抑制人气道上皮细胞中MUC5AC黏蛋白基因的表达
IF 3 3区 医学
Biomolecules & Therapeutics Pub Date : 2024-11-01 Epub Date: 2024-10-21 DOI: 10.4062/biomolther.2024.160
Rajib Hossain, Hyun Jae Lee, Chang-Heon Baek, Sun-Chul Hwang, Choong Jae Lee
{"title":"Emodin Inhibited MUC5AC Mucin Gene Expression via Affecting EGFR-MAPK-Sp1 Signaling Pathway in Human Airway Epithelial Cells.","authors":"Rajib Hossain, Hyun Jae Lee, Chang-Heon Baek, Sun-Chul Hwang, Choong Jae Lee","doi":"10.4062/biomolther.2024.160","DOIUrl":"10.4062/biomolther.2024.160","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>The aim of this study was to evaluate emodin, a natural trihydroxyanthraquinone compound found in the roots and barks of several plants including rhubarb and buckthorn, might attenuate epidermal growth factor (EGF)-induced airway MUC5AC mucin gene expression. The human pulmonary mucoepidermoid NCI-H292 cells were pretreated with for 30 min and then stimulated with EGF for the following 24 h. The effect of emodin on EGF-induced mitogen-activated protein kinase (MAPK) signaling pathway was examined. As a result, emodin blocked the expression of MUC5AC mucin mRNA and production of mucous glycoprotein via suppressing the phosphorylation of EGF receptor (EGFR), phosphorylation of mitogen-activated protein kinase (MAPK)/extracellular signal-regulated kinase (ERK) 1 and 2 (MEK1/2), phosphorylation of p38 MAPK, phosphorylation of ERK 1/2 (p44/42), and the nuclear expression of specificity protein-1 (Sp1). These findings imply that emodin has a potential to mitigate EGF-stimulated mucin gene expression by inhibiting the EGFR-MAPK-Sp1 signaling pathway, in NCI-H292 cells.</p>","PeriodicalId":8949,"journal":{"name":"Biomolecules & Therapeutics","volume":" ","pages":"736-743"},"PeriodicalIF":3.0,"publicationDate":"2024-11-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC11535290/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142457183","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":3,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
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Experimental Mouse Models and Human Lung Organoid Models for Studying Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease. 用于研究慢性阻塞性肺病的实验小鼠模型和人体肺器官模型
IF 3 3区 医学
Biomolecules & Therapeutics Pub Date : 2024-11-01 Epub Date: 2024-10-16 DOI: 10.4062/biomolther.2024.148
Young Ae Joe, Min Ju Lee, Hong Seok Choi
{"title":"Experimental Mouse Models and Human Lung Organoid Models for Studying Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease.","authors":"Young Ae Joe, Min Ju Lee, Hong Seok Choi","doi":"10.4062/biomolther.2024.148","DOIUrl":"10.4062/biomolther.2024.148","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), a leading cause of morbidity and mortality throughout the world, is a highly complicated disease that includes chronic airway inflammation, airway remodeling, emphysema, and mucus hypersecretion. For respiratory function, an intact lung structure is required for efficient air flow through conducting airways and gas exchange in alveoli. Structural changes in small airways and inflammation are major features of COPD. At present, mechanisms involved in the genesis and development of COPD are poorly understood. Currently, there are no effective treatments for COPD. To develop better treatment strategies, it is necessary to study mechanisms of COPD using proper experimental models that can recapitulate distinctive features of human COPD. Therefore, this review will discuss representative established mouse models to investigate inflammatory processes and basic mechanisms of COPD. In addition, human COPD-mimicking human lung organoid models are introduced to help researchers overcome limits of mouse COPD models.</p>","PeriodicalId":8949,"journal":{"name":"Biomolecules & Therapeutics","volume":" ","pages":"685-696"},"PeriodicalIF":3.0,"publicationDate":"2024-11-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC11535291/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142457184","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":3,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
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Atractylodes Lancea and Its Constituent, Atractylodin, Ameliorates Metabolic Dysfunction-Associated Steatotic Liver Disease via AMPK Activation. 白术及其成分白术素能通过激活 AMPK 改善代谢功能障碍相关的脂肪性肝病
IF 3 3区 医学
Biomolecules & Therapeutics Pub Date : 2024-11-01 Epub Date: 2024-10-11 DOI: 10.4062/biomolther.2024.083
Ga Yeon Song, Sun Myoung Kim, Seungil Back, Seung-Bo Yang, Yoon Mee Yang
{"title":"<i>Atractylodes Lancea</i> and Its Constituent, Atractylodin, Ameliorates Metabolic Dysfunction-Associated Steatotic Liver Disease via AMPK Activation.","authors":"Ga Yeon Song, Sun Myoung Kim, Seungil Back, Seung-Bo Yang, Yoon Mee Yang","doi":"10.4062/biomolther.2024.083","DOIUrl":"10.4062/biomolther.2024.083","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>Metabolic dysfunction-associated steatotic liver disease (MASLD), which encompasses a spectrum of conditions ranging from simple steatosis to hepatocellular carcinoma, is a growing global health concern associated with insulin resistance. Since there are limited treatment options for MASLD, this study investigated the therapeutic potential of <i>Atractylodes lancea</i>, a traditional herbal remedy for digestive disorders in East Asia, and its principal component, atractylodin, in treating MASLD. Following 8 weeks of high-fat diet (HFD) feeding, mice received oral doses of 30, 60, or 120 mg/kg of <i>Atractylodes lancea</i>. In HFD-fed mice, <i>Atractylodes lancea</i> treatment reduced the body weight; serum triglyceride, total cholesterol, and alanine aminotransferase levels; and hepatic lipid content. Furthermore, <i>Atractylodes lancea</i> significantly ameliorated fasting serum glucose, fasting serum insulin, and homeostatic model assessment of insulin resistance levels in response to HFD. Additionally, a glucose tolerance test demonstrated improved glucose homeostasis. Treatment with 5 or 10 mg/kg atractylodin also resulted in anti-obesity, anti-steatosis, and glucose-lowering effects. Atractylodin treatment resulted in the downregulation of key lipogenic genes (<i>Srebf1</i>, <i>Fasn</i>, <i>Scd2</i>, and <i>Dgat2</i>) and the upregulation of genes regulated by peroxisome proliferator-activated receptor-α. Notably, the molecular docking model suggested a robust binding affinity between atractylodin and AMP-activated protein kinase (AMPK). Atractylodin activated AMPK, which contributed to SREBP1c regulation. In conclusion, our results revealed that <i>Atractylodes lancea</i> and atractylodin activated the AMPK signaling pathway, leading to improvements in HFD-induced obesity, fatty liver, and glucose intolerance. This study suggests that the phytochemical, atractylodin, can be a treatment option for MASLD.</p>","PeriodicalId":8949,"journal":{"name":"Biomolecules & Therapeutics","volume":" ","pages":"778-792"},"PeriodicalIF":3.0,"publicationDate":"2024-11-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC11535289/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142399242","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":3,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
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Is There such a Thing as Post-Viral Depression?: Implications for Precision Medicine. 是否存在病毒后抑郁症?精准医学的意义
IF 3 3区 医学
Biomolecules & Therapeutics Pub Date : 2024-11-01 Epub Date: 2024-10-21 DOI: 10.4062/biomolther.2024.170
Eun-Sook Park, Chan Young Shin, Se Jin Jeon, Byung-Joo Ham
{"title":"Is There such a Thing as Post-Viral Depression?: Implications for Precision Medicine.","authors":"Eun-Sook Park, Chan Young Shin, Se Jin Jeon, Byung-Joo Ham","doi":"10.4062/biomolther.2024.170","DOIUrl":"10.4062/biomolther.2024.170","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>Viral infections are increasingly recognized as triggers for depressive disorders, particularly following the SARS-CoV-2 pandemic and the rise of long COVID. Viruses such as Herpes Simplex Virus (HSV), Epstein-Barr Virus (EBV), Cytomegalovirus (CMV), and Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV) are linked to depression through complex neurobiological mechanisms. These include immune system dysregulation, chronic inflammation, and neurotransmitter imbalances that affect brain function and mood regulation. Viral activation of the immune system leads to the release of pro-inflammatory cytokines, resulting in neuroinflammation and associated depressive symptoms. Furthermore, specific viruses can disrupt neurotransmitter systems, including serotonin, dopamine, and glutamate, all of which are essential for mood stabilization. The unique interactions of different viruses with these systems underscore the need for virus-specific therapeutic approaches. Current broad-spectrum treatments often overlook the precise neurobiological pathways involved in post-viral depression, reducing their efficacy. This review emphasizes the need to understand these virus-specific interactions to create tailored interventions that directly address the neurobiological effects induced by each type of virus. These interventions may include immunomodulatory treatments that target persistent inflammation, antiviral therapies to reduce the viral load, or neuroprotective strategies that restore neurotransmitter balance. Precision medicine offers promising avenues for the effective management of virus-induced depression, providing patient-specific approaches that address the specific biological mechanisms involved. By focusing on the development of these targeted treatments, this review aims to pave the way for a new era in psychiatric care that fully addresses the root causes of depression induced by viral infections.</p>","PeriodicalId":8949,"journal":{"name":"Biomolecules & Therapeutics","volume":" ","pages":"659-684"},"PeriodicalIF":3.0,"publicationDate":"2024-11-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC11535299/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142457185","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":3,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
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Collagen Type VII (COL7A1) as a Longevity Mediator in Caenorhabditis elegans: Anti-Aging Effects on Healthspan Extension and Skin Collagen Synthesis 七型胶原蛋白(COL7A1)作为长寿介质在秀丽隐杆线虫健康寿命延长和皮肤胶原蛋白合成中的抗衰老作用。
IF 3 3区 医学
Biomolecules & Therapeutics Pub Date : 2024-11-01 Epub Date: 2024-10-21 DOI: 10.4062/biomolther.2024.127
Juewon Kim, Hyeryung Kim, Woo-Young Seo, Eunji Lee, Donghyun Cho
{"title":"Collagen Type VII (COL7A1) as a Longevity Mediator in <i>Caenorhabditis elegans</i>: Anti-Aging Effects on Healthspan Extension and Skin Collagen Synthesis","authors":"Juewon Kim, Hyeryung Kim, Woo-Young Seo, Eunji Lee, Donghyun Cho","doi":"10.4062/biomolther.2024.127","DOIUrl":"10.4062/biomolther.2024.127","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>Longevity genes and senescence-related signaling proteins are crucial targets in aging research, which aims to enhance the healthy period and quality of life. Identifying these target proteins remains challenging because of the need for precise categorization and validation methods. Our multifaceted approach combined bioinformatics with transcriptomic data to identify collagen as a key element associated with the lifespan of the model organism, <i>Caenorhabditis elegans</i>. By analyzing transcriptomic data from long-lived mutants that involved mechanisms such as antioxidation, dietary restriction, and genetic background, we identified collagen as a common longevity-associated gene. We validated these findings by confirming that collagen peptides positively affect lifespan, thereby strengthening the validity of the target. Further verification through healthspan factors in <i>C. elegans</i> and functional assays in skin fibroblasts provided additional evidence of the role of collagen in organismal aging. Specifically, our study revealed that collagen type VII is a significant target protein for mitigating age-related decline. By validating these findings across different aging models and cell-based studies, we present compelling evidence for the anti-aging effects of collagen type VII, highlighting its potential as a target for promoting healthy aging. This study proposes that collagen not only serves as an indicative marker of organismal longevity across various senescence-related signaling pathways, but also offers a mechanistic understanding of skin degeneration. Consequently, collagen is an effective target for interventions aimed at mitigating skin aging. This study underscores the potential of collagen type VII (bonding collagen T7) as a therapeutic target for enhancing skin health and overall longevity.</p>","PeriodicalId":8949,"journal":{"name":"Biomolecules & Therapeutics","volume":" ","pages":"801-811"},"PeriodicalIF":3.0,"publicationDate":"2024-11-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC11535295/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142457186","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":3,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
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