FLAVOUR AND FRAGRANCE JOURNAL
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2025
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Tanfang Xu,Junfeng Liu,Ping Wang,Junfeng Zan,Ke Yang,Daizhi Tian,Maohua Chen,Yanhua Li
Thymol (THY) is a natural antioxidant and antimicrobial; however, its biological activity and application in the food and pharmaceutical fields are limited due to its low water solubility and volatility. In this study, inclusion complexes of cationic-β-cyclodextrin-THY (C-β-CD-THY) were prepared by using the aqueous stirring method. Then UV–Vis spectra, FT-IR, NMR, DSC, XRD and SEM data were collected to characterise the structure and morphology of the inclusion complexes. Phase solubility experiments showed a better solubilisation effect of C-β-CD-THY than HP-β-CD-THY. At a concentration of 0.64 mmol/L for THY, the DPPH scavenging rate was 60.99% and 61.31% for HP-β-CD-THY and C-β-CD-THY, respectively, whereas that of THY in 10% ethanol was only 43.47%. The bacteriostatic activity was verified using a circle of inhibition and the live/dead bacterial double stain. C-β-CD-THY exhibited better antimicrobial activities against Escherichia coli and Staphylococcus aureus than HP-β-CD-THY. In conclusion, the C-β-CD-THY inclusion complexes have the potential to be applied as an effective bacteriostatic agent for food and pharmaceutical applications.
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MOLECULAR PHARMACEUTICS
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2024
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Meiqi Xu,Junwei Liu,Jianming Yu,Jingwen Wang,Hui Li,Ting Zhong,Yanli Hao,Zhuoyue Li,Jingru Wang,Xu Huang,Hui Wang,Yubo Tian,Heng Zhao,Qingchao Wei,Xuan Zhang
Improving nanomedicine uptake by tumor cells is key to achieving intracellular drug delivery. In this study, we found that methyl-β-cyclodextrin (MβCD) can significantly promote the intracellular accumulation of nanoparticulated α-linolenic acid-paclitaxel conjugates (ALA-PTX NPs) via enhanced clathrin-mediated endocytosis and limited degradation in lysosomes. Our in vitro results indicated that MβCD not only reduced the plasma membrane cholesterol content and increased plasma membrane fluidity, leading to ALA-PTX NPs being more easily incorporated into the plasma membrane, further enhancing membrane fluidity and making the plasma membrane more susceptible to tensile deformation, forming intracellular vesicles to enhance ALA-PTX NP cellular uptake, but also destroyed lysosomes and then limited ALA-PTX NPs’ degradation in lysosomes. In HepG2 tumor-bearing mice, MβCD was also able to enhance the antitumor activity of ALA-PTX NPs in vivo. Moreover, we found that MβCD specifically promoted PUFA-paclitaxel conjugate NP cellular uptake. The cellular uptake of PTX liposome which shares an endocytosis pathway with ALA-PTX NPs could be enhanced by MβCD combined with ALA or ALA-PTX NPs. Therefore, we suggested that MβCD combined with polyunsaturated fatty acid-conjugation would be an effective strategy for improving intracellular delivery of nanoparticulated chemotherapeutic drugs used for combination administration to enhance antitumor efficiency.
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JOURNAL OF DAIRY SCIENCE
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2013
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Liang Li,Ying Ma
The influence of fatty acids on the β-oxidation system and thioesterase of Lactococcus lactis was investigated in this study. The results showed that fatty acids (C8:0–C16:0) significantly inhibited the growth of Lactococcus lactis , and laurate (C12:0) had the highest bactericidal effects. We detected the maximum activity of β-oxidation at different incubation times (8, 12, and 18 h) to be 6.460, 7.751, and 8.203, respectively, and the maximum activity of thioesterase at different incubation times (8, 12, and 18 h) to be 19.498, 27.180, and 12.800, respectively. Fatty acids were seen to induce the β-oxidation system and activity of thioesterase; decanoic acid (C10:0) and palmitic acid (C16:0) were also seen to induce the β-oxidation system of Lactococcus lactis , but the induced ability was significantly different. Octanoic acid (C8:0) and palmitic acid (C16:0) were seen to induce thioesterase activity in Lactococcus lactis . When 1 m M palmitic acid (C16:0) was added to M17 broth, the activity of thioesterase increased 5-fold after 2 min; however, adding octanoic acid (C8:0) changed the activity little. Evidence showed that the ability to induce the β-oxidation system and thioesterase activity was related to the fatty acids’ chain lengths.
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eLife
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2018
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Dao-Lai Zhang,Yu-Jing Sun,Ming-Liang Ma,Yi-jing Wang,Hui Lin,Rui-Rui Li,Zong-Lai Liang,Yuan Gao,Zhao Yang,Dong-Fang He,Amy Lin,Hui Mo,Yu-Jing Lu,Meng-Jing Li,Wei Kong,Ka Young Chung,Fan Yi,Jian-Yuan Li,Ying-Ying Qin,Jingxin Li,Alex R B Thomsen,Alem W Kahsai,Zi-Jiang Chen,Zhi-Gang Xu,Mingyao Liu,Dali Li,Xiao Yu,Jin-Peng Sun
Luminal fluid reabsorption plays a fundamental role in male fertility. We demonstrated that the ubiquitous GPCR signaling proteins Gq and β-arrestin-1 are essential for fluid reabsorption because they mediate coupling between an orphan receptor ADGRG2 (GPR64) and the ion channel CFTR. A reduction in protein level or deficiency of ADGRG2, Gq or β-arrestin-1 in a mouse model led to an imbalance in pH homeostasis in the efferent ductules due to decreased constitutive CFTR currents. Efferent ductule dysfunction was rescued by the specific activation of another GPCR, AGTR2. Further mechanistic analysis revealed that β-arrestin-1 acts as a scaffold for ADGRG2/CFTR complex formation in apical membranes, whereas specific residues of ADGRG2 confer coupling specificity for different G protein subtypes, this specificity is critical for male fertility. Therefore, manipulation of the signaling components of the ADGRG2-Gq/β-arrestin-1/CFTR complex by small molecules may be an effective therapeutic strategy for male infertility.
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JOURNAL OF CHROMATOGRAPHY A
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2017
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Wenmin Zhang,Mingxia Lin,Meili Wang,Ping Tong,Qiaomei Lu,Lan Zhang
Microcystins (MCs) are cyclic heptapeptide toxins and tumor promoters produced by cyanobacteria, which threaten the health of humans. In this study, magnetic porous β-cyclodextrin polymer (Fe 3 O 4 @SiO 2 @P-CDP) was synthesized and characterized by transmission electron microscopy, scanning electron microscopy, energy dispersive X-ray spectrometry, Fourier transform infrared spectrometry, X-ray diffraction, nitrogen adsorption porosimetry and vibrating sample magnetometer. The synthesized Fe 3 O 4 @SiO 2 @P-CDP particles were then used for magnetic solid-phase extraction (MSPE) of MCs from environmental water samples, and exhibited excellent extraction performance, especially for MC-RR. Coupled with high-performance liquid chromatography with tandem mass spectrometry (HPLC–MS/MS), a simple, efficient and sensitive method for determination of trace levels of MCs was established. After the optimization of conditions, wide linear ranges (2.0–1000 pg mL −1 ), good linearity (r 2 ≥ 0.9996) and acceptable repeatability (RSD ≤ 9.4%, n = 5) were obtained. The limits of detection (LODs, S/N = 3) and limits of quantification (LOQs, S/N = 10) for three MCs (MC-LR, MC-RR and MC-YR) were in the range of 1.0–2.0 pg mL −1 and 2.0–5.0 pg mL −1 , respectively. Typical water samples were analyzed by the developed method, and trace levels of MC-LR and MC-RR were detected. The results demonstrate that the developed method has great potential for the determination of MCs in complicated matrix.
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ACTA PHARMACOLOGICA SINICA
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2024
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Su Qi,Wang Jing-jing,Ren Jia-yan,Wu Qing,Chen Kun,Tu Kai-hui,Zhang Yu,Leong Sze Wei,Sarwar Ammar,Han Xu,Zhang Mi,Dai Wei-feng,Zhang Yan-min
Parkin ( PARK2 ) deficiency is frequently observed in various cancers and potentially promotes tumor progression. Here, we showed that Parkin expression is downregulated in liver cancer tissues, which correlates with poor patient survival. Parkin deficiency in liver cancer cells promotes migration and metastasis as well as changes in EMT and metastasis markers. A negative correlation exists between TMEFF1 and Parkin expression in liver cancer cells and tumor tissues. Parkin deficiency leads to upregulation of TMEFF1 which promotes migration and metastasis. TMEFF1 transcription is activated by Parkin-induced endogenous TGF-β production and subsequent phosphorylation of Smad2/3 and its binding to TMEFF1 promotor. TGF-β inhibitor and TMEFF1 knockdown can reverse shParkin-induced cell migration and changes of EMT markers. Parkin interacts with and promotes the ubiquitin-dependent degradation of HIF-1α/HIF-1β and p53, which accounts for the suppression of TGF-β production. Our data have revealed that Parkin deficiency in cancer leads to the activation of the TGF-β/Smad2/3 pathway, resulting in the expression of TMEFF1 which promotes cell migration, EMT, and metastasis in liver cancer cells.
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Advanced Sustainable Systems
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2025
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Wen-Jin An,Xiao-Yong Yu,Chu-Han Liu,Yuan-Li Leng,Yong Chen,Yu Liu
Supramolecular hydrogels have significant research implications for the environmental application of dyes and bisphenols wastewater. Herein, a magnetic Fe 3 O 4 -P(AAm-AMPS-CDA) supramolecular hydrogel is reported, which is constructed by acrylamide, 2-acrylamido-2-methylpropane sulfonic acid, acrylated β-cyclodextrin, and Fe 3 O 4 nanoparticles via thermal polymerization, exhibiting good adsorption properties for cationic dyes and bisphenols. UV–vis spectra show that the adsorption efficiencies of the hydrogel reach 96% for crystal violet and 98% for methylene blue. Meanwhile, β-CDA cavities can form an inclusion complex with bisphenols, achieving adsorption efficiencies of 88% for bisphenol A and 69% for bisphenol F, with no significant decrease in adsorption rates even after seven cycles. The adsorption kinetic experiments indicate that the adsorption process follows the pseudo-second-order kinetics model, and the Weber-Morris intraparticle diffusion model reveals the diffusion mechanism. Additionally, in the presence of NaCl and humic acid, the hydrogel still maintains a high adsorption rate, and there is no significant decline in adsorption across different environmental water qualities, indicating that the hydrogel has great application potential. Importantly, the hydrogel exhibits ferromagnetic characteristics, allowing for separation with a magnet after adsorption is complete and facilitating rapid adsorption and separation of pollutants in wastewater.
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ANALYTICAL AND BIOANALYTICAL CHEMISTRY
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2024
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Liao Zhengzheng,Hu Jinfang,Li Zhentao
CD-MONs (β-cyclodextrin-based microporous organic networks), derived from β-cyclodextrin, possess notable hydrophobic characteristics, a considerable specific surface area, and remarkable stability, rendering them highly advantageous in separation science. This research aimed to investigate the utility of CD-MONs in chromatography separation. Through a monomer-mediated technique, we fabricated an innovative CD-MON modified capillary column for application in open-tubular capillary electrochromatography (OT-CEC). The CD-MON-based stationary phase on the capillary’s inner surface was analyzed using Fourier transform infrared (FT-IR) spectroscopy and scanning electron microscopy (SEM). We assessed the performance of the CD-MON modified capillary column for separation purposes. The microstructure and pronounced hydrophobicity of CD-MON contributed to enhanced selectivity and resolution in separating diverse hydrophobic analytes, such as alkylbenzenes, halogenated benzenes, parabens, and polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons (PAHs). The maximum column efficiency achieved was 1.5 × 10 5 N/m. Additionally, the CD-MON modified capillary column demonstrated notably high column capacity, with a methylbenzene mass loading capacity of up to 197.9 pmol, surpassing that of previously reported porous-material-based capillaries. Furthermore, this self-constructed column was effectively utilized for PAHs determination in actual environmental water samples, exhibiting spiked recoveries ranging from 93.2 to 107.9% in lake water samples. These findings underscore the potential of CD-MON as an effective stationary phase in separation science. Graphical Abstract
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MOLECULES
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Pengshou Li,Yunlu Wang,Xiaoting Wang,Rui Li,Kaihui Wang,Yu Jiang,Mingyuan Zhang,Chuhan Huang,Qixiang Ma,Jian Sun,Jianye Quan
This study synthesized a novel oatβ-glucan (OBG)-Cr(III) complex (OBG-Cr(III)) and explored its structure, inhibitory effects on α-amylase and α-glucosidase, and hypoglycemic activities and mechanism in vitro using an insulin-resistant HepG2 (IR-HepG2) cell model. The Cr(III) content in the complex was found to be 10.87%. The molecular weight of OBG-Cr(III) was determined to be 7.736 × 104Da with chromium ions binding to the hydroxyl groups of OBG. This binding resulted in the increased asymmetry and altered spatial conformation of the complex along with significant changes in morphology and crystallinity. Our findings demonstrated that OBG-Cr(III) exhibited inhibitory effects on α-amylase and α-glucosidase. Furthermore, OBG-Cr(III) enhanced the insulin sensitivity of IR-HepG2 cells, promoting glucose uptake and metabolism more efficiently than OBG alone. The underlying mechanism of its hypoglycemic effect involved the modulation of the c-Cbl/PI3K/AKT/GLUT4 signaling pathway, as revealed by Western blot analysis. This research not only broadened the applications of OBG but also positioned OBG-Cr(III) as a promising Cr(III) supplement with enhanced hypoglycemic benefits.
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BIOMEDICINE & PHARMACOTHERAPY
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2024
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Qi Chen,Ziwei Huang,Jing Chen,Xiaoyu Tian,Rong Zhang,Qi Liang,Zhongqiu Liu,Yuanyuan Cheng
β2 adrenergic receptor (β2AR) is a G-protein-coupled receptor involved in cardiac protection. In chronic heart failure (CHF), persistent sympathetic nervous system activation occurs, resulting in prolonged β2AR activation and subsequent receptor desensitization and downregulation. Notoginsenoside R1 (NGR1) has the functions of enhancing myocardial energy metabolism and mitigating myocardial fibrosis. The mechanisms of NGR1 against ischemic heart failure are unclear. A left anterior descending (LAD) artery ligation procedure was performed on C57BL/6 J mice for four weeks. From the 4th week onwards, they were treated with various doses (3, 10, 30 mg/kg/day) of NGR1. Subsequently, the impacts of NGR1 on ischemic heart failure were evaluated by assessing cardiac function, morphological changes in cardiac tissue, and the expression of atrial natriuretic peptide (ANP) and beta-myosin heavy chain (β-MHC). H9c2 cells were protected by NGR1 when exposed to OGD/R conditions. H9c2 cells were likewise protected from OGD/R damage by NGR1. Furthermore, NGR1 increased β2AR levels and decreased β2AR ubiquitination. Mechanistic studies revealed that NGR1 enhanced MDM2 protein stability and increased the expression of MDM2 and β-arrestin2 while inhibiting their interaction. Additionally, under conditions produced by OGD/R, the protective benefits of NGR1 on H9c2 cells were attenuated upon administration of the MDM2 inhibitor SP141. According to these findings, NGR1 impedes the interplay between β-arrestin2 and MDM2, thereby preventing the ubiquitination and degradation of β2AR to improve CHF.
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TALANTA
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2024
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Xinyu Liu,Chang Liu,Jianhao Zhou,Xueru Zhao,Youqing Shen,Hailin Cong,Bing Yu
β-Cyclodextrin (β-CD) and its derivatives have been widely employed in the field of chiral separation, but they are still faced the limitation of low enantioselectivity and complex processes. Derivatization with functional molecules or preparation as bridging dimers are the two main modifications for β-CD to obtain chiral recognition compounds. Herein, a partially derived bridged β-CD (CPI-EBCD) bonded chiral stationary phases was prepared to improve enantioseparation. The chiral recognition moiety was synthesized by a bridged β-cyclodextrin dimer using a short-chain bridging agent (ethylenediamine) and then modifying the bridged cyclodextrin with a 4-chlorophenylisocyanate (CPI) containing a benzene ring and polar group. Compared with natural β-CD, dual-chambered CPI-EBCDs have better encapsulation synergies and more recognition sites with the guest molecule, while the short flexible bridging groups make the double cavities closer and more easily recognizable as linear molecules. The introduction of derived groups CPI provided more recognition sites and more types of interactions, including π-π interaction force, hydrogen bonding effect, and dipole-dipole interaction, thus improving the enantiomer-specific chirality recognition effect. The chiral stationary phase CPI-EBCDP was obtained by connecting CPI-EDCB with mesoporous silica microspheres by simple photochemical reaction using a green non-toxic diazo resin as coupling agent, simplifying preparation process. In the reversed phase mode of liquid chromatography, CPI-EBCDP has excellent chiral recognition ability, and 12 chiral compounds are successfully isolated by optimizing mobile phase conditions, with good reproducibility and stability. The successful preparation of this new chiral stationary phase provides an important reference for the subsequent development of cyclodextrin-like chiral stationary phases.
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FOOD CHEMISTRY
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2024
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Peng Sun,Xiaomeng Wu,Qi Sun,Qing Zhao,Guangqing Mu,Fanhua Kong
β-lactoglobulin (β-LG) is the major allergen in dairy products, but research on the optimal conditions for antigen reduction in β-LG using different enzymes remains limited. Therefore, this study aims to investigate the antigenicity, structural characteristics, and peptide distribution of advantageous protease hydrolysates capable of eliminating the allergenic epitopes of β-LG selected via bioinformatics tools. The results showed that under optimal enzymatic hydrolysis conditions, the antigen reduction rates for the four advantageous proteases acting on β-LG were 47.37 % (pepsin), 33.54 % (chymotrypsin A), 38.71 % (papain), and 45.91 % (stem bromelain), respectively. The four proteases effectively degraded β-LG, causing shorter peptide chain formation, reduced content of highly ordered α-helix, decreased fluorescence intensity, and lower surface hydrophobicity. Furthermore, they cleaved the linear epitopes of β-LG into peptides of varying sizes, leading to different antigen reduction rates among the hydrolysates. These findings provide a theoretical basis for developing targeted enzymatic hydrolysis technologies and low-allergenicity dairy-based materials.
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