scholarly journals Polyphenols as Modulator of Oxidative Stress in Cancer Disease: New Therapeutic Strategies

2016 ◽  
Vol 2016 ◽  
pp. 1-17 ◽  
Author(s):  
Anna Maria Mileo ◽  
Stefania Miccadei
Keyword(s):  
Oxidative Stress ◽  
Genome Instability ◽  
Antioxidant Activities ◽  
Therapeutic Strategies ◽  
Cellular Growth ◽  
Cancer Therapies ◽  
Cancer Disease ◽  
Antioxidant Agents ◽  
Cytotoxic Treatment ◽  
Therapeutic Tools

Cancer onset and progression have been linked to oxidative stress by increasing DNA mutations or inducing DNA damage, genome instability, and cell proliferation and therefore antioxidant agents could interfere with carcinogenesis. It is well known that conventional radio-/chemotherapies influence tumour outcome through ROS modulation. Since these antitumour treatments have important side effects, the challenge is to develop new anticancer therapeutic strategies more effective and less toxic for patients. To this purpose, many natural polyphenols have emerged as very promising anticancer bioactive compounds. Beside their well-known antioxidant activities, several polyphenols target epigenetic processes involved in cancer development through the modulation of oxidative stress. An alternative strategy to the cytotoxic treatment is an approach leading to cytostasis through the induction of therapy-induced senescence. Many anticancer polyphenols cause cellular growth arrest through the induction of a ROS-dependent premature senescence and are considered promising antitumour therapeutic tools. Furthermore, one of the most innovative and interesting topics is the evaluation of efficacy of prooxidant therapies on cancer stem cells (CSCs). Several ROS inducers-polyphenols can impact CSCs metabolisms and self-renewal related pathways. Natural polyphenol roles, mainly in chemoprevention and cancer therapies, are described and discussed in the light of the current literature data.

scholarly journals Antioxidant Studies of Thiazole Ring Bearing Chalcone Derivatives

2021 ◽  
pp. 355-359
Author(s):  
Ashok Babu Kasetti ◽  
Jayesh Dwivedi ◽  
Ravindra Nagasuri
Keyword(s):  
Oxidative Stress ◽  
Antioxidant Activity ◽  
Antioxidant Activities ◽  
Thiazole Ring ◽  
Chalcone Derivatives ◽  
Antioxidant Agents ◽  
Ic50 Values ◽  
The Common ◽  
Common Problems

Oxidative stress is one of the common problems seen in a variety of diseases. Chalcones and in particular heteroaryl chalcones had reported with promising antioxidant activities. Hence, in the present work, we reported the antioxidant activity of twenty thiazole ring bearing chalcone derivatives (1-20). Among the tested compounds, compounds 17, 19 and 20 containing 2-pyridinyl, 3-pyridinyl and 2-thiazolyl scaffolds showed superior antioxidant activity than the standard with their IC50 values 4±1µg/mL, 3±1 µg/mL and 5±1 µg/mL respectively. The compound 19 is an interesting lead for the development of newer antioxidant agents.

Antiulcer and Antioxidant Activity of a Lectin from Mucuna pruriens Seeds on Ethanol- induced Gastropathy: Involvement of Alpha-2 Adrenoceptors and Prostaglandins

2019 ◽  
Vol 25 (12) ◽  
pp. 1430-1439 ◽  
Author(s):  
Isabela Ribeiro Pinto ◽  
Hellíada V. Chaves ◽  
Auriana S. Vasconcelos ◽  
Francisca Clea F de Sousa ◽  
Tatiane Santi-Gadelha ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Lipid Peroxidation ◽  
Acute Toxicity ◽  
Antioxidant Activities ◽  
Mucuna Pruriens ◽  
Toxicity Tests ◽  
Sod Activity ◽  
Tropical Regions ◽  
Mediated Effects ◽  
Menstruation Disorders ◽  
Therapeutic Tools

Ethnopharmacological Relevance:Mucuna pruriens (Mp) belongs to Leguminosae family, it is native of tropical regions and used to treat several maladies such as urinary, neurological, and menstruation disorders, constipation, edema, fever, tuberculosis, ulcers, diabetes, arthritis, dysentery, and cardiovascular diseases. Mp seeds are rich in bioactive compounds, for instance, lectins, a heterogeneous group of proteins and glycoproteins with a potential role as therapeutic tools for several conditions, including gastric disorders. This study investigated the acute toxicity, gastroprotective, and antioxidant activities of a lectin from Mucuna pruriens seeds (MpLec) on ethanol-induced gastropathy model in mice.Materials & Methods:Mice received MpLec (5 or 10 mg/kg; i.v.) and were observed for acute toxicity signs; in another experimental series, mice were pre-treated with MpLec (0.001; 0.01 or 0.1 mg/kg, i.v.), ranitidine (80 mg/kg, p.o.), or saline (0.3 mL/30g, i.v.) before ethanol 99.9% (0.2 mL/animal, p.o.), and euthanized 30 min after ethanol challenge. Macroscopic and microscopic gastric aspects, biochemical parameters (tissue hemoglobin levels, iron-induced lipid peroxidation, GSH content, SOD activity, and gastric mucosal PGE2) were measured. Additionally, pharmacological tools (yohimbine, indomethacin, naloxone, L-NAME) were opportunely used to clarify MpLec gastroprotective mechanisms of action.Results:No toxicity signs nor death were observed at acute toxicity tests. MpLec reduced ethanol-induced gastric damage, edema, and hemorrhagic patches formation, as well as decreased lipid peroxidation, SOD activity, and increased GSH content. Yohimbine and indomethacin prevented MpLec effects, suggesting the involvement of alpha-2 adrenoceptors and prostaglandins in the MpLec-mediated effects.Conclusion:MpLec does not present toxicity signs and shows gastroprotective and antioxidant activities via alpha-2 adrenoceptors and prostaglandins in the ethanol-induced gastropathy model.

Green Synthesis, Characterization, DPPH and Ferrous Ion-chelating (FIC) Activity of Tetrakis-Schiff’s Bases of Terephthalaldehyde

2019 ◽  
Vol 16 (3) ◽  
pp. 249-255
Author(s):  
Momin Khan ◽  
Umar Ali ◽  
Anis Ur Rahman ◽  
Muhammad Ibrahim ◽  
Abdul Hameed ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Antioxidant Activities ◽  
Radical Scavenging Activity ◽  
Radical Scavenging ◽  
Aromatic Aldehydes ◽  
Ferrous Ion ◽  
Future Research ◽  
Scavenging Activity ◽  
Schiff’S Bases ◽  
Schiff's Bases ◽  
Antioxidant Agents

Background: The role of small molecules as antioxidants to prevent the oxidation of other molecules and inhibit them from radical formation is the area of much interest to cure disease especially cancer. Moreover, the antioxidants play important role as stabilizers to prevent oxidation of fuels and lubricants. </P><P> Methods: In the present study, fifteen tetrakis-Schiff’s bases derivatives (1-15) were synthesized and screened for their antioxidant activities. Compounds 1-15 were synthesized by continuous stirring of reaction mixture of 1,4-bis (hydrazonomethyl)benzene (1 mmol) with various substituted aromatic aldehydes (2 mmol) in distilled water using acetic acid as catalyst at room temperature for 2-10 min. </P><P> Results: Our present study showed that all compounds are better ferrous ion-chelating agents except compound 1,4-bis((E)-((E)-(3,4-dimethoxybenzylidene)hydrazono)methyl)benzene (6) (IC50 = 329.26 &#177; 4.75 &#181;M) which has slightly low activity than the standard EDTA (IC50 = 318.40 &#177; 5.53 μM). In addition, DPPH radical scavenging activity of eleven compounds showed higher activity than the standard. However, remaining four compounds showed comparable radical scavenging activity to the standard DPPH (IC50 = 257.77 &#177; 4.60 &#181;M). </P><P> Conclusion: The series of fifteen Schiff’s bases (1-15) were synthesized and evaluated as antioxidants. From both assays, it has been demonstrated that most of the tetrakis-Schiff’s bases have potential to serve as leads for the development of antioxidant agents for future research.

Alpha-1-Antichymotrypsin: a Common Player for Type 2 Diabetes and Alzheimer's Disease

2020 ◽  
Vol 16 ◽  
Author(s):  
Nataly Guzmán-Herrera ◽  
Viridiana C. Pérez-Nájera ◽  
Luis A. Salazar-Olivo
Keyword(s):  
Oxidative Stress ◽  
Alzheimer’S Disease ◽  
Type 2 Diabetes ◽  
Alzheimer's Disease ◽  
Regulatory Networks ◽  
Therapeutic Strategies ◽  
Oxidative Stresses ◽  
Bibliographic Search ◽  
And Oxidative Stress

Background: Numerous studies have shown a significant association between type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2D) and Alzheimer's disease (AD), two pathologies affecting millions of people worldwide. Chronic inflammation and oxidative stress are two conditions common to these diseases also affecting the activity of the serpin alpha-1-antichymotrypsin (ACT), but a possible common role for this serpin in T2D and AD remains unclear. Objective: To explore the possible regulatory networks linking ACT to T2D and AD. Materials and Methods: A bibliographic search was carried out in PubMed, Med-line, Open-i, ScienceDirect, Scopus and SpringerLink for data indicating or suggesting association among T2D, AD, and ACT. Searched terms like “alpha-1-antichymotrypsin”, “type 2 diabetes”, “Alzheimer's disease”, “oxidative stress”, “pro-inflammatory mediators” among others were used. Moreover, common therapeutic strategies between T2D and AD as well as the use of ACT as a therapeutic target for both diseases were included. Results: ACT has been linked with development and maintenance of T2D and AD and studies suggest their participation through activation of inflammatory pathways and oxidative stress, mechanisms also associated with both diseases. Likewise, evidences indicate that diverse therapeutic approaches are common to both diseases. Conclusion: Inflammatory and oxidative stresses constitute a crossroad for T2D and AD where ACT could play an important role. In-depth research on ACT involvement in these two dysfunctions could generate new therapeutic strategies for T2D and AD.

Investigation of Compounds and Biological Activity of Selected Indonesian Marine Sponges

2020 ◽  
Vol 10 (3) ◽  
pp. 312-321
Author(s):  
Idin Sahidin ◽  
Carla W. Sabandar ◽  
Wahyuni ◽  
Rini Hamsidi ◽  
Sandra Aulia Mardikasari ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Biological Activity ◽  
Antioxidant Activities ◽  
Chemical Constituents ◽  
Radical Scavenging Activity ◽  
Radical Scavenging ◽  
Marine Sponges ◽  
Chemical Screening ◽  
Methanol Extracts ◽  
Ms Analysis ◽  
Antioxidant Agents

Background: Marine sponges provided a great source of natural products with promising biological activity. This study was aimed to investigate the chemical constituents of methanol extracts of selected Indonesian marine sponges (Callyspongia sp., Clathria sp., Melophlus sarasinorum, and Xestospongia sp.), collected from the Saponda Islands, Southeast Sulawesi, Indonesia as well as to evaluate their antimicrobial and antioxidant activities. Methods: LCMS/MS analysis used to identify the compounds. Agar well diffusion and DPPH assays were used to evaluate the antimicrobial and antioxidant activities. Results: Chemical screening reported alkaloids, terpenoids, steroids, and saponins from all investigated sponges. The LC-MS/MS analysis identified various compounds which mainly contained steroids. Antimicrobial activity (against Bacillus subtilis, Escherichia coli, Salmonella enterica, and Candida albicans) was only shown by the Xestospongia sp. extract. Meanwhile, extracts of M. sarasinorum, Xestospongia sp., and Callyspongia sp. exhibited potent radical scavenging activity. Conclusion: The study concluded that the selected sponges could provide various groups of compounds. Methanol extracts of these sponges could be used as sources of antimicrobial and antioxidant agents.

scholarly journals Targeting macrophages in cancer immunotherapy

2021 ◽  
Vol 6 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Zhaojun Duan ◽  
Yunping Luo
Keyword(s):  
Immune Checkpoint Inhibitors ◽  
Checkpoint Inhibitors ◽  
Therapeutic Strategies ◽  
Cellular Immunotherapy ◽  
Cancer Therapies ◽  
Tumor Vaccines ◽  
Development And Differentiation ◽  
Promising Treatment ◽  
Cancer Immunotherapies

AbstractImmunotherapy is regarded as the most promising treatment for cancers. Various cancer immunotherapies, including adoptive cellular immunotherapy, tumor vaccines, antibodies, immune checkpoint inhibitors, and small-molecule inhibitors, have achieved certain successes. In this review, we summarize the role of macrophages in current immunotherapies and the advantages of targeting macrophages. To better understand and make better use of this type of cell, their development and differentiation characteristics, categories, typical markers, and functions were collated at the beginning of the review. Therapeutic strategies based on or combined with macrophages have the potential to improve the treatment efficacy of cancer therapies.

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