Factors affecting susceptibility to RNA interference in Haemonchus contortus and in vivo silencing of an H11 aminopeptidase gene

Aflatoxins (AFTs) are toxic products of fungal metabolism, associated with serious health consequences and substantial economic losses to agriculture, livestock and poultry sectors, particularly in the developing countries. This review outlines the current information on AFTs in terms of historical background, classification, relative occurrence and co-existence with other mycotoxins in various food commodities. The phenomenon of aflatoxin (AFT) biosynthesis has been elucidated with reference to molecular basis, genetic regulation and factors affecting the AFT production. Moreover, the in vivo disposition kinetics, toxicological action and toxico-pathological consequences of AFTs have also been highlighted. Currently employed strategies for the detection and detoxification of AFTs, biomarkers of exposure assessment, potential economic impact and regulatory considerations regarding the AFTs have been emphasized.

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Faculty Opinions recommendation of RNA interference-directed knockdown of urokinase plasminogen activator and urokinase plasminogen activator receptor inhibits prostate cancer cell invasion, survival, and tumorigenicity in vivo.

Faculty Opinions – Post-Publication Peer Review of the Biomedical Literature ◽

10.3410/f.1029099.342534 ◽

2005 ◽

Author(s):

Richard L Stevens

Keyword(s):

Prostate Cancer ◽

Rna Interference ◽

Plasminogen Activator ◽

Cell Invasion ◽

Prostate Cancer Cell ◽

Urokinase Plasminogen Activator ◽

Cancer Cell Invasion ◽

Urokinase Plasminogen Activator Receptor ◽

Plasminogen Activator Receptor

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Bioengineered Islet Cell Transplantation

Current Transplantation Reports ◽

10.1007/s40472-021-00318-1 ◽

2021 ◽

Author(s):

Kevin Bellofatto ◽

Beat Moeckli ◽

Charles-Henri Wassmer ◽

Margaux Laurent ◽

Graziano Oldani ◽

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Keyword(s):

State Of The Art ◽

Diabetes Research ◽

Islet Cell Transplantation ◽

Β Cell ◽

Cell Compartment ◽

Factors Affecting ◽

Insulin Activity ◽

On Chip

Abstract Purpose of Review β cell replacement via whole pancreas or islet transplantation has greatly evolved for the cure of type 1 diabetes. Both these strategies are however still affected by several limitations. Pancreas bioengineering holds the potential to overcome these hurdles aiming to repair and regenerate β cell compartment. In this review, we detail the state-of-the-art and recent progress in the bioengineering field applied to diabetes research. Recent Findings The primary target of pancreatic bioengineering is to manufacture a construct supporting insulin activity in vivo. Scaffold-base technique, 3D bioprinting, macro-devices, insulin-secreting organoids, and pancreas-on-chip represent the most promising technologies for pancreatic bioengineering. Summary There are several factors affecting the clinical application of these technologies, and studies reported so far are encouraging but need to be optimized. Nevertheless pancreas bioengineering is evolving very quickly and its combination with stem cell research developments can only accelerate this trend.

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Silver Nanoparticles and Their Antibacterial Applications

International Journal of Molecular Sciences ◽

10.3390/ijms22137202 ◽

2021 ◽

Vol 22 (13) ◽

pp. 7202

Author(s):

Tamara Bruna ◽

Francisca Maldonado-Bravo ◽

Paul Jara ◽

Nelson Caro

Keyword(s):

Silver Nanoparticles ◽

Antibacterial Agents ◽

Multidrug Resistant ◽

Secondary Effects ◽

Cytotoxic Effects ◽

Factors Affecting ◽

Gram Positive Bacteria ◽

Resistant Strains

Silver nanoparticles (AgNPs) have been imposed as an excellent antimicrobial agent being able to combat bacteria in vitro and in vivo causing infections. The antibacterial capacity of AgNPs covers Gram-negative and Gram-positive bacteria, including multidrug resistant strains. AgNPs exhibit multiple and simultaneous mechanisms of action and in combination with antibacterial agents as organic compounds or antibiotics it has shown synergistic effect against pathogens bacteria such as Escherichia coli and Staphylococcus aureus. The characteristics of silver nanoparticles make them suitable for their application in medical and healthcare products where they may treat infections or prevent them efficiently. With the urgent need for new efficient antibacterial agents, this review aims to establish factors affecting antibacterial and cytotoxic effects of silver nanoparticles, as well as to expose the advantages of using AgNPs as new antibacterial agents in combination with antibiotic, which will reduce the dosage needed and prevent secondary effects associated to both.

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Factors affecting in vitro and in vivo antioxidant effects. Experimental conditions and nature of oxidants determine antioxidant efficacy

Journal of Berry Research ◽

10.3233/jbr-200695 ◽

2021 ◽

pp. 1-9

Author(s):

Etsuo Niki

Keyword(s):

Biological Molecules ◽

Experimental Conditions ◽

Factors Affecting ◽

Beneficial Effects ◽

Multiple Oxidants ◽

Antioxidant Effects

Reactive oxygen and nitrogen species have been implicated in the onset and progression of various diseases and the role of antioxidants in the maintenance of health and prevention of diseases has received much attention. The action and effect of antioxidants have been studied extensively under different reaction conditions in multiple media. The antioxidant effects are determined by many factors. This review aims to discuss several important issues that should be considered for determination of experimental conditions and interpretation of experimental results in order to understand the beneficial effects and limit of antioxidants against detrimental oxidation of biological molecules. Emphasis was laid on cell culture experiments and effects of diversity of multiple oxidants on antioxidant efficacy.

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Gymnopodium floribundum fodder as a model for the in vivo evaluation of nutraceutical value against Haemonchus contortus

Tropical Animal Health and Production ◽

10.1007/s11250-019-01855-9 ◽

2019 ◽

Vol 51 (6) ◽

pp. 1591-1599 ◽

Cited By ~ 3

Author(s):

F. A. Méndez-Ortiz ◽

C. A. Sandoval-Castro ◽

J. Ventura-Cordero ◽

L. A. Sarmiento-Franco ◽

R. H. Santos-Ricalde ◽

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Keyword(s):

Haemonchus Contortus ◽

In Vivo Evaluation

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Maturation, iron deficiency, and ligands in enteric radioiron transport in vitro

American Journal of Physiology-Legacy Content ◽

10.1152/ajplegacy.1963.204.1.171 ◽

1963 ◽

Vol 204 (1) ◽

pp. 171-175 ◽

Cited By ~ 14

Author(s):

W. S. Ruliffson ◽

J. M. Hopping

Keyword(s):

Ascorbic Acid ◽

Iron Deficiency ◽

Iron Absorption ◽

Deficiency Anemia ◽

Anaerobic Incubation ◽

Reverse Effect ◽

Factors Affecting ◽

Everted Gut Sac

The effects in rats, of age, iron-deficiency anemia, and ascorbic acid, citrate, fluoride, and ethylenediaminetetraacetate (EDTA) on enteric radioiron transport were studied in vitro by an everted gut-sac technique. Sacs from young animals transported more than those from older ones. Proximal jejunal sacs from anemic animals transported more than similar sacs from nonanemic rats, but the reverse effect appeared in sacs formed from proximal duodenum. When added to media containing ascorbic acid or citrate, fluoride depressed transport as did anaerobic incubation in the presence of ascorbic acid. Anaerobic incubation in the presence of EDTA appeared to permit elevated transport. Ascorbic acid, citrate, and EDTA all enhanced the level of Fe59 appearing in serosal media. These results appear to agree with previously established in vivo phenomena and tend to validate the in vitro method as one of promise for further studies of factors affecting iron absorption and of the mechanism of iron absorption.

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