CHEMICAL ENGINEERING JOURNAL
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2020
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IF 10.652
Na Zhang,Na Yang,Luhong Zhang,Bin Jiang,Yongli Sun,Jingwen Ma,Kai Cheng,Feifei Peng
Wettability of porous materials is crucial for the separation of emulsified oil/water mixtures. Herein, high hydrophobicity of polyvinylidene fluoride (PVDF) membrane has been facilely transformed to high hydrophilicity and underwater superoleophobicity via single-step coating of plant-derived epigallocatechin gallate (EGCG) and silver ion (Ag + ) in aqueous solution. EGCG can chelate with Ag + and in-situ reduced it into Ag nanoparticle, meanwhile Ag/EGCG composite was adhered on membrane surface due to the high surface binding affinity of EGCG. The hydrophilic EGCG and formed micro/nanostructure together improved membrane hydrophilicity and oleophobicity. The optimally Ag/EGCG modified PVDF membrane possesses high permeate flux (e.g. 735 L/(m 2 h) for diesel-in-water emulsion, while it is zero for pristine PVDF membrane) under a low operation pressure of 0.5 bar and high oil rejections in the treatment of surfactant-stabilized oil-in-water emulsions consisting of micro/nano scale droplets. In addition, the membrane exhibits excellent antifouling property with a flux recovery ratio of 98.1% and satisfactory reusability in a 5-cycle test. Moreover, the membrane possessed desired stability during long-term rinsing test and Ag leaching test. This work would offer new insights into surface hydrophilic manipulation of porous membrane towards practical oil emulsion purification.
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材料科学
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环境工程
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高影响因子
CHEMICO-BIOLOGICAL INTERACTIONS
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2024
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IF 4.7
Bo Liu,Lei Luo,Bixin Yu,Taotao Que,Yujiao Zhang
Background The incidence of renal cell carcinoma (RCC) is already in the top ten of all types of cancers, with more than 4%. Epigallocatechin gallate (EGCG), a polyphenolic compound extracted from green tea, has been shown to be effective in the treatment of various tumors. However, limited studies have demonstrated the effect of EGCG on RCC and its underlying molecular mechanisms. Methods After exposure to gradient concentration ( 0,5,10,20,40,60,80,100 μM ) of EGCG, the cell viability of RCC cells was determined by MTT assay. The migration and invasion abilities of RCC cells were investigated by wound healing and transwell assays. The expression levels of proteins involved in the epithelial-mesenchymal transition (EMT) and autophagy were explored by Western blotting assays. The formation of autophagosome was detected by electron microscope and LC3 puncta assays. Nude mouse xenograft model was used as the model system in vivo. Results In the present study, EGCG significantly inhibited the migration, invasion and EMT of RCC cells in a concentrated manner. Further exploration of its mechanism indicated that autophagy is involved in EGCG-mediated metastasis inhibition and EMT inhibition of RCC cells. In addition, EGCG could significantly up-regulate the transcription factor EB (TFEB) and promotes its nuclear localization. The incorporation of TFEB into the nucleus enhanced the transcriptional levels of molecules associated with autophagy. TFEB knockdown inhibited EGCG-mediated autophagy activation, metastasis and EMT inhibition in RCC cells. Conclusions In conclusion, these findings demonstrate for the first time that EGCG inhibits migration, invasion, and EMT of RCC by activating TFEB-mediated autophagy. Therefore, the combination of EGCG and TFFB activators or EMT inhibitors is expected to be a promising therapeutic strategy for RCC.
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肿瘤学
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分子生物学
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细胞生物学
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FOOD RESEARCH INTERNATIONAL
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2024
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IF 7
Yanfei Xu,Zheng Zhou
While heat treatment is a conventional method for the gelation of alkaline-extracted walnut protein isolates (AWPI), it can limit the incorporation of heat-sensitive ingredients. This study explored a novel approach to fabricate cold-set gels from epigallocatechin-3-gallate (EGCG) conjugated AWPI (AWPI-EGCG). EGCG conjugation effectively inhibited the thermal gelation of AWPI while promoting the formation of soluble aggregates upon heat treatment. AWPI-EGCG cold-set gels were then successfully fabricated through acidification with glucono-δ-lactone (GDL). The rheological study revealed that the storage modulus and yield stress of the cold-set gels were positively correlated with the GDL concentration and the EGCG conjugation degree. However, higher concentrations of GDL were associated with the reduced yield strain of the gels. Texture analysis indicated an increase in gel hardness with increasing GDL concentration, accompanied by a decrease in springiness. Microstructural examination by scanning electron microscopy revealed that the AWPI-EGCG cold-set gels with 0.3 % GDL exhibited smaller pores with thinner and smoother internal walls, while those with 0.9 % GDL exhibited relatively larger pores with thicker and denser walls. In addition, the AWPI-EGCG cold-set gels showed promising quercetin encapsulation capacities and controlled release properties.
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食品科学
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生物技术
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材料科学
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高影响因子
FOOD CHEMISTRY
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2025
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IF 9.8
Wangli Dai,Shulai Liu,Yanbo Wang,Yuting Ding,Xuxia Zhou
Maintaining the flavor quality of aquatic products during storage is crucial for their market value and consumer acceptance. This study evaluated the effects of a chitosan-epigallocatechin gallate coating on the flavor profile of bighead carp fillets and explored its underlying regulatory mechanisms. Sensory evaluation, electronic nose, and analysis of volatile and ATP-related compounds revealed that the coating significantly reduced off-flavor compounds, improving flavor quality. The coating suppressed free amino acid and free fatty acid levels, inhibited flavor-converting enzyme activities, and slowed lipid metabolism. Correlation analysis highlighted positive links between key flavor compounds and flavor precursors, enzymes, and metabolites. High-throughput sequencing identified Lactococcus , Serratia , and Aeromonas as key microorganisms affecting flavor characteristics. These findings advance the understanding of flavor deterioration mechanisms and suggest potential strategies for preserving the flavor quality of bighead carp fillets during chilled storage.
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食品科学
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分子生物学
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FOOD RESEARCH INTERNATIONAL
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2013
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IF 3.005
Xin Zhang,Xiuling Zhu,Yongkang Sun,Bing Hu,Yi Sun,Saqib Jabbar,Xiaoxiong Zeng
In the present study, EGCG, GCG and EGCG3"Me were prepared from Chinese Oolong tea by extraction with hot water and simple purification procedures of polyamide column chromatography and Toyopearl HW-40S column chromatography. Then, the effects of EGCG, GCG and EGCG3"Me on human intestinal microbiota in vitro were evaluated by monitoring the bacterial populations and analyzing the concentrations of short-chain fatty acids (SCFA) at different fermentation times. As a result, EGCG, GCG and EGCG3"Me promoted the growth of Bifidobacterium spp. and Lactobacillus / Enterococcus groups and exhibited inhibitory effects on the growth of Bacteroides – Prevotella , Clostridium histolyticum and Eubacterium – Clostridium groups, while they did not affect the population of total bacteria. Moreover, the total SCFA concentrations in cultures with EGCG, GCG and EGCG3"Me were relatively higher than that of the control. Together, these results suggest that EGCG, GCG and EGCG3"Me have potential prebiotic-like activity by modulating intestinal microbiota and generating SCFA, contributing to the improvements of host health.
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食品科学
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微生物学
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营养学
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JOURNAL OF COLLOID AND INTERFACE SCIENCE
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2021
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IF 8.128
Jia Wen,Xiaohong Hu
Recently, the developments of MOFs and their applications on heavy metal removal have attracted much attention. In this paper, we focused on the influence of co-existing ions on the adsorbability of epigallocatechin gallate (EGCG) modified ZIF-8 in a multi-metal system (Cd(II), Cu(II), Ni(II), and Cr(VI)). It was found that the adsorption of Cd(II), Cu(II), Ni(II), and Cr(VI) on the ZIF-8-EGCG fitted well with the pseudo second-order kinetic model and Langmuir isotherm. The adsorption selectivity of ZIF-8-EGCG in the mixed metal solution followed the order of Cu(II) ≫ Cr(VI) > Cd(II) > Ni(II). Besides, Cu(II) was the most attractive substance with a maximum capacity of 232.97 mg·g −1 . Copper also disturbed the adsorption of Cd(II) and Ni(II) and contributed the most to the Cr(VI) removal. The natural anions (e.g., Cl − , NO 3 – , AsO 2 − , SO 4 2− ) significantly impeded Cr(VI) adsorption, while low concentrations of natural cations (e.g., K + , Na + , Ca 2+ , and Mg 2+ ) facilitated the adsorption of Cd(II), Cu(II) and Ni(II).
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环境科学
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材料科学
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INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF BIOLOGICAL MACROMOLECULES
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2024
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IF 7.7
Ru Wang,Hu-Chen Cao,Qiang Yang,Shuang Wei,Tao Liu,Hui Shi
A burgeoning interest has recently focused on the development of nanomedicine to integrate noninvasive photothermal therapy (PTT) and chemodynamic therapy (CDT) for synergistic tumor treatments, owing to PTT's amplification effect on CDT. However, challenges emerge as hyperthermia often induces an unwarranted overexpression of cytoprotective heat shock proteins (HSPs), thereby curtailing PTT efficacy. Additionally, the nearly neutral tumor intracellular pH (pH i ≈ 7.2) that handicaps the Fenton reaction poses a leading limitation to CDT. Addressing these hurdles, we introduce EVP, a nanomedicine developed through the straightforward assembly of epigallocatechin gallate (EGCG), vanadium sulfate (VOSO 4 ), and Pluronic F-127 (PF127). EVP comprehensively downregulates overexpressed HSPs (HSP 60, 70, 90) through the collaborative action of EGCG and vanadyl (VO 2+ ). Moreover, the tumor intracellular pH-processed Fenton-like reaction by VO 2+ ensures highly efficient hydroxyl radicals ( OH) production in cytosols, overcoming the stringent acidity requirement for CDT. Additionally, the hyperthermia induced by PTT augments OH production, further enhancing CDT efficacy. In vitro and in vivo experiments validate EVP's excellent biocompatibility and potent tumor inhibition, highlighting its substantial potential in tumor therapy.
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肿瘤学
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纳米医学
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生物化学
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高影响因子
FOOD HYDROCOLLOIDS
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2023
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IF 10.7
Shuifang Mao,Yanming Ren,Changqing Wei,Shiguo Chen,Xingqian Ye,Tian Jinhu
Antibacterial food packaging with slow and sustained release of antibacterial agents exerts a crucial role in ensuring food quality and safety. Herein, metal-phenolic networks based on epigallocatechin gallate (EGCG) and iron (Fe), as well as thyme essential oil nano-emulsion (TEON) were successfully incorporated into sodium alginate (SA) matrix to prepare SA-based films through solution casting method. The effects of EGCG/Fe and different concentrations of TEON on the morphology, structure, physical properties, and functional characteristics of SA-based films were systematically analyzed. Results showed that the addition of EGCG/Fe and TEON significantly enhanced the mechanical intensity, flexibility, thermal stability, UV shielding, water vapor barrier performance, and oxygen barrier ability of the SA-based films. In addition, the introduction of TEON made the SA-based films slow-release of thyme essential oil, which obviously enhanced the antioxidant and dynamic antimicrobial properties of the films. Ultimately, the SA-based film revealed an outstanding preservation effect on pork by significantly reducing the increase rate of pH value and total plate count of pork. This developed SA-based films loaded with EGCG/Fe and TEON were expected to become a potential antibacterial material with slow-release properties for food packaging applications.
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生物学
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CELLULOSE
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2022
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IF 6.123
Tang Lu,Huang Huihua
In this study, in order to minimize the degradation of curcumin, Pickering emulsion with embedded curcumin (PCNCs/EGCG-Cur) was prepared and stabilized by pineapple peel cellulose nanocrystals (PCNCs) and ( −)-Epigallocatechin-3-gallate (EGCG). The effect of EGCG on the stability and bioaccessibility of the embedded curcumin in Pickering emulsion was assessed. FTIR, XRD and zeta-potential analysis proved the construction of PCNCs/EGCG structure and CLSM showed typical oil-in-water system of PCNCs/EGCG-Cur. Furthermore, the addition of EGCG affected contact angles of the oil–water interface. 30-day storage period showed that the retained curcumin was about 70.35 ± 1.06% in PCNCs/EGCG(0.04%)-Cur, while the retention rate was 47.15 ± 0.98% in the control. PCNCs/EGCG(0.04%)-Cur was the most stable under the conditions of thermal and ultraviolet light treatments with the maximum retention rates of curcumin were 92.20 ± 1.05% and 93.56 ± 1.37%, respectively. Moreover, EGCG was found to improve the antioxidant activity of the prepared emulsions. Simulated digestion exhibited PCNCs/EGCG(0.04%)-Cur could improve the bioaccessibility of both EGCG (24.99 ± 3.29%) and curcumin (35.97 ± 1.26%). These results are conducive to the further application of EGCG in the emulsified food stabilized with cellulose nanocrystals.
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食品科学
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纳米技术
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药学
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JOURNAL OF AGRICULTURAL AND FOOD CHEMISTRY
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2024
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IF 5.7
Danyang Liu,Yiming Song,Bing Zheng,Jianhua Xie,Yi Chen,Jiayan Xie,Xinyi Chen,Qiang Yu
This study aimed to investigate the mitigation effect of epigallocatechin gallate (EGCG) on aging induced by 3-monochloropropane-1,2-diol (3-MCPD) in Caenorhabditis elegans, evaluate health indicators during the process, and reveal the underlying mechanism through transcriptomics and identification of mutants. The results showed that EGCG alleviated the declined fertility, shortened lifespan, reduced body size, weakened movement, increased reactive oxygen species and lipofuscin, and damaged antioxidative stress response and excessive heat shock proteins caused by 3-MCPD. Transcriptomics study indicated that treatment with 3-MCPD and EGCG altered gene expression, and gene mutants confirmed the involvement of insulin/IGF-1 signaling pathway in mediating the process that EGCG alleviated the aging toxicity induced by 3-MCPD. The study showed that EGCG alleviated the aging toxicity induced by 3-MCPD.
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分子生物学
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毒理学
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遗传学
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CHEMICAL ENGINEERING JOURNAL
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2023
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IF 15.1
Pengfei Gao,Yangpeng Zuo,Yulu Yang,Jinxiu Yu,Wuzhe Fan,Ruqing Bai,Weihu Yang,Kaiyong Cai
To resolve the short-term inflammatory storm after the operation and the long-term osteointegration deficiency of titanium (Ti) implant as an artificial hip joint, in this work, a novel functionalized Ti implant with an “on-demand” treatment strategy was explored. The metallopolyphenol network (Epigallocatechin gallate (EGCG) and Strontium) wrapped Prussian blue nanoparticles were prepared and anchored on the Ti surface. During the acute inflammatory phase, the inflammatory acidic microenvironment will result in the degradation of the metallopolyphenol network and the responsive release of EGCG and strontium (Sr) ions. The released EGCG could reduce oxidative stress damage and promote the transition of macrophages from M1 to M2. In comparison, Sr ions could stimulate osteoblast differentiation and achieve the rapid osteogenesis and fixation of implants. To achieve long-term osteointegration efficacy, “on-demand” near-infrared light irradiation for the remained PB particles could be adopted if necessary. The mild photothermal conversion temperature could upregulate the expressions of heat shock proteins around the implant and promote the biosynthesis of type I collagen, as well as the formation of bone matrix. In vitro and in vivo results proved the feasibility of our strategy. It is a prospective method for the modification of Ti implants.
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材料科学
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生物医学工程
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生物材料
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组织工程
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骨科
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高影响因子
Food & Function
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2023
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IF 6.1
Huili Jing,Meimei Nie,Xiaoqin Wang,Zhongyuan Zhang,Yayuan Xu,Guodong Zhang,Dajing Li,Zhuqing Dai
In this study, N-methyl-N nitrosourea (MNU)-induced retinitis pigmentosa (RP) model mice were used to investigate the protective effect of lutein (LUT) combined with epigallocatechin-3-gallate (EGCG) treatment. Compared to the LUT group, after the LUT combined with EGCG (LUT-EGCG) treatment, the accumulation content of LUT was significantly increased by 50.24% in the liver. The histopathological results showed that LUT-EGCG treatment significantly improved the structural damage of the retina and recovered the thickness of the outer nuclear layer of the retina to 185.28 ± 0.29 μm, which was no significant difference compared to the control group. The LUT-EGCG treatment also increased the production of short-chain fatty acids such as acetic and propionic acids. Compared with LUT individual treatment, the LUT-EGCG treatment significantly increased the relative abundance of Lachnospiraceae and Helicobacteraceae by Metastats analysis. RT-qPCR results showed that LUT-EGCG treatment significantly increased the antiapoptotic gene Bcl-2 expression. In addition, the expression level of IL-6 in the LUT-EGCG group was down-regulated significantly, but there was no significance in NF-κβ, TNF-α, IL-1β, and IL-18 compared with LUT treatment. Coupled with correlation analysis, results showed that LUT combined EGCG might protect against RP by regulating antiapoptotic gene expression and improving intestinal flora. These results provided helpful information for RP intervention.
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眼科学
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药理学
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免疫学
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微生物学
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高影响因子
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