Brominated Diphenyl Ethers Including a New Tribromoiododiphenyl Ether from the Vietnamese Marine Sponge Arenosclera sp. and Their Antibacterial Activities

A new tribromoiododiphenyl ether ( 1 ) and eight known brominated diphenyl ethers ( 2 – 9 ) were isolated from the MeOH extract of the sponge Arenosclera sp. collected in Vietnam, using repeated open column chromatography and preparative thin layer chromatography. The chemical structure of the new compound 1 was determined by analyses of spectroscopic (1D‐ and 2D‐NMR, and MS) data and by comparison of our data with those reported in the literature. Compounds 1 , 3 , and 8 exhibited strong antibacterial activities against the Gram‐positive bacteria Bacillus subtilis and Staphylococcus aureus and the Gram‐negative bacterium Klebsiella pneumoniae with MIC values ranging from 0.8 to 6.3 μm , while compounds 5 and 7 only displayed activities against Gram‐positive bacteria with MIC values from 0.5 to 3.1 μm . Compound 2 showed activities against the four tested bacteria with MIC values ranging from 0.5 to 6.3 μm .     

Production and characterization of alpha-galactosidase from Aspergillus flavipes

An extracellular alpha-galactosidase from the culture filtrate of Aspergillus flavipes grown on melibiose as a carbon source was partially purified by hydroxylapatite and diethylaminoethylcellulose chromatographies. Electrophoretic analysis showed protein bands corresponding to alpha-galactosidase and invertase activities. The optimum pH and temperature were determined as 4.5-5.0 and 45 degrees C, respectively. The Km value for p-nitrophenyl-alpha-d-galactopyranoside was found to be 1.89 mm. The results reported in this study indicate that Aspergillus flavipes is indeed an active source of extracellular alpha-galactosidase.     

Diphenyl Ether Glycoside from the Stems of Ilex litseaefolia Hu et Tang

New diphenyl ether glycoside, ilexfoliaoside, was isolated from the stems of Ilex litseaefolia Hu et Tang, along with esculetin and 3,4-dimethoxybenzylacetic acid. The structure of ilexfoliaoside was determined as 6,2＇-dihydroxy-4, 4＇-di-vanilloyloxymethyl-1,1＇-diphenyl ether 2-O-β-D-glucopyranoside on the basis of chemical and spectroscopic evidence.     

Bioactive Diphenyl Ether Derivatives from a Gorgonian‐Derived Fungus Talaromyces sp.

Three new diphenyl ether derivatives, talaromycins A–C ( 1 – 3 , resp.), together with six known analogs, 4 – 9 , were isolated from a gorgonian‐derived fungus, Talaromyces sp. The structures of the new compounds were determined by analysis of extensive NMR spectroscopic data. All of the isolated metabolites, 1 – 9 , were evaluated for their cytotoxic and antifouling activities. Compound 4 exhibited pronounced cytotoxicity against the tested human cell lines with the IC₅₀ values ranging from 4.3 to 9.8 μM . Compounds 3, 5, 8 , and 9 showed potent antifouling activities against the larval settlement of the barnacle Balanus amphitrite with the EC₅₀ values ranging from 2.2 to 4.8 μg/ml.     

Two New Phenol Derivatives from the Cold Seep-Derived Fungus Aspergillus insuetus SD-512

Two new phenol derivatives, namely insphenol A ( 1 ) and acetylpeniciphenol ( 2 ), along with seven known analogs ( 3 – 9 ), were isolated from the deep-sea cold seep-derived fungus, Aspergillus insuetus SD-512. The structures of 1 and 2 were established by extensive interpretation of NMR and mass spectroscopic data. The absolute configuration of 1 was determined by the combination of coupling constant analysis and acid hydrolysis. Among the isolated compounds, insphenol A ( 1 ) represents the first example of isopentenyl phenol derivative with a unique 1-glycosylation from the species Aspergillus insuetus. The isolated new compounds were evaluated for antibacterial activities against six human or aquatic pathogens, while compound 2 exhibited inhibitory effect against Edwardsiella tarda, Vibrio alginolyticus, and V. vulnificus, with MIC values of 4, 8, and 8 μg/mL, respectively.     

Analysis of polysaccharide hydrolases secreted by Aspergillus flavipes FP-500 on corn cobs and wheat bran as complex carbon sources

Abstract

Aspergillus flavipes FP-500 is a Mexican native strain that has been reported as a good producer of xylanases and pectinases; therefore, it promises a strong impact on biotechnology. To provide an overview of protein secretion by A. flavipes, we carried out a comparative proteome analysis of extracellular proteins in liquid cultures with two heterogeneous agro-industrial residues; corn cob (CC) and wheat bran (WB), as carbon sources. Extracellular proteins obtained from both cultures were identified using MS/MS spectrometry. We identified 134 proteins, which were classified into four groups: glycosyl hydrolases (GH), esterases/proteases, miscellaneous proteins, and unidentified proteins. Around 50% of the total proteins identified were GH such as xylanases, β-xylosidases, β-galactosidases, cellulolytic enzymes like β-glucosidase, endoglucanases, and cellobiohydrolases. From this family, a core of 22 (16%) of the proteins identified were found in both substrates, CC and WB, whereas 30% and 54% were unique for CC and WB, respectively. In the esterases/proteases group, proteases, lipases and esterases like feruloylesterases, and acetyl-xylanesterase were identified. Proteins with diverse functions such as monophosphate dehydrogenase or N-acetylglucosaminidase were present. Here, we present strong evidences indicating that the composition and heterogeneity of the used carbon source determine the specific set of protein secreted by the fungus.     

Synthesis,Cytotoxic, and Antibacterial Evaluation of Quinazolinone Derivatives with Substituted Amino Moiety

A series of novel quinazolinone derivatives containing a substituted amino moiety were synthesized, evaluated for their cytotoxic and antibacterial activities. The results of MTT assay showed that all synthesized target compounds 5A  –  5O showed potent cytotoxicity against SGC‐7901 (IC₅₀, 0.72 – 1.41 μm ). Moreover, the compounds 5D , 5I , and 5K showed better selectivity as compared with positive controls pemetrexed and MTX due to weak cytotoxicity against normal tissue cell line HUVSMC. Among synthesized compounds, the compounds 5E , 5J , 5L , and 5N showed broad‐spectrum cytotoxic activities against at least four cancer cell lines at a micromolar level. The results of antibacteria evaluation revealed that all synthesized compounds showed good to moderate antibacterial activities against Gram‐negative bacteria Escherichia coli. Among them, the MIC values of the compounds 5C , 5F , and 5M were 0.31 μg/mL.     

红海榄根际土壤来源的泡盛曲霉（Aspergillus awamori）F12及其代谢产物的抗菌活性分析

摘要：【目的】鉴定一株来自于红海榄根际土壤并具有分泌抑菌活性代谢产物的真菌菌株F12,并从其发酵液乙酸乙酯浸膏中分离抑菌活性成分。【方法】通过形态学观察以及ITS序列分析方法对菌株F12进行鉴定;利用色谱技术分离发酵液乙酸乙酯浸膏中的次生代谢产物,根据化合物的质谱、氢谱、碳谱以及理化性质确定其结构,并检测它们对细菌生长的抑制作用。【结果】菌株F12被鉴定为Aspergillus awamori strain F12;从其发酵液乙酸乙酯浸膏中分离到3种化合物：1,4-二甲氧基苯（1）、大黄素（2）和3,6-二苯甲基哌嗪-2,5-二酮（3）,其中化合物1属于在本属真菌中首次报道。化合物2对金黄色葡萄球菌和枯草芽孢杆菌的生长具有明显的抑制作用,最低抑菌浓度（MIC）分别为16ng/L和32ng/L,化合物1和3对上述菌株的生长无明显的抑制活性。【结论】首次发现从红海榄根际土壤中分离到的泡盛曲霉（Aspergillus awamori）菌株F12具有合成1,4-二甲氧基苯和大黄素的能力,其中后者对微生物的生长具有明显的抑制作用。     

Bioactive Steroid Derivatives and Butyrolactone Derivatives from a Gorgonian‐Derived Aspergillus sp. Fungus

Six steroid derivatives, 1 – 6 , and five butyrolactone derivatives, 7 – 11 , were isolated from the fermentation broth of a gorgonian‐derived Aspergillus sp. fungus. Their structures were elucidated on the basis of NMR and MS spectral data. Compound 1 is a new, highly conjugated steroid. The NMR and MS data of 7 and 8 are reported for the first time, as their structures were listed in SciFinder Scholar with no associated reference. Compounds 1, 4, 5 , and 8 – 11 inhibited the larval settlement of barnacle Balanus amphitrite with EC₅₀ values ranging from 0.63 to 18.4 μg ml^?1. Butyrolactone derivatives 7 and 8 showed pronounced antibacterial activities against Staphylococcus aureus with the same MIC values as the positive control ciprofloxacin (MIC 1.56 μM for all three compounds).     

Antibacterial,Cytotoxic and Genotoxic Assessment of New Sulfonamide Derivatives

In the last few years, the interest in sulfonamides has expanded owing to their broad spectrum of biological activities. Their flexible structure turns them into amazing candidates to replace old drugs or develop modern multi-target agents. In this study, a series of new sulfonamides ( sul1-5 ) was evaluated, in vitro, for the antibacterial, cytotoxic and genotoxic effects. The antibacterial activity was investigated against 12 clinical and 4 reference strains. Cytotoxic activity was carried out by the brine shrimp bioassay and the genotoxicity was assessed in the Ames test. An interesting antibacterial activity was showed especially against Gram negative strains. The inhibition zones varied between 15 and 30 mm, and the Minimum Inhibitory Concentrations (MIC's) values between 0.5 and 256 μg/ml. No antibacterial activity was shown with S. aureus isolates. Only Sul1 and Sul4 were active against P. aeruginosa. Compounds Sul1 and Sul2 showed a significant cytotoxicity with LC₅₀ equal to 18.29 and 18 μg/ml respectively, and a genotoxic effect against TA100 and TA1535 Salmonella strains. Only compounds Sul3 , Sul4 and Sul5 with an interesting antibacterial activity, no cytotoxicity and no genotoxic effects, could be exploited against resistant pathogens as new drugs.     

海洋曲霉属真菌抗菌活性物质的研究进展

海洋微生物由于其独特的生存环境造就了许多结构新颖、具有特殊生物活性的代谢产物。随着科学技术的发展,科学界掀起了对海洋微生物代谢物的研究浪潮。近年来的研究表明,海洋曲霉属真菌及其次级代谢产物具有抗肿瘤、抗菌、抗病毒等生物活性。通过查阅文献与资料,对近年来海洋曲霉属真菌及其次级代谢产物的化学结构及生物活性研究与开发的进展进行综述总结,以期有助于后续研究及应用。     

Synthesis and Antibacterial Evaluation of Mannich Bases Derived from 1,2,4‐Triazole

The series of novel Mannich bases were synthesized and evaluated for their in vitro antibacterial activity against Gram‐positive and Gram‐negative bacterial strains. The results showed that all compounds were less active than the drugs used as reference, but some of them had moderate potency against Staphylococcus epidermidis ATCC 12228 and Bacillus subtilis ATCC 6633. The presence of a phenyl ring in the position 4 of piperazine seems to be necessary for antibacterial activity in this class of compounds.     

Comparison of Groupings among Members of the Genus Aspergillus Based on Phylogeny and Production of Bioactive Compounds

Three hundred sixty-six Aspergillus strains preserved at the National Institute of Technology and Evaluation (NITE) were compared as to phylogenetic relationships (11 species-clusters) based on the DNA sequences of the D1/D2 domains of LSU rRNA and ITS regions, including the 5.8S rRNA and biological activities of their secondary metabolites. The results showed relatively well correlation between the phylogenetic distribution and the production of bioactive compounds, especially, antimicrobial activities.     

一株曲霉属地衣内生真菌中新的二苯醚类成分

采用硅胶柱色谱、ODS柱色谱、Sephadex LH-20柱色谱、HPLC等分离方法,从一株地衣内生真菌菌株（No. 16-20-8-1,Aspergillus sp.）的发酵物中分离得到两个二苯醚类成分。利用UV、IR、MS和NMR等波谱技术,鉴定了它们的结构,分别为：2-isopentenyldiorcinol（1）和diorcinol（2）,其中1为新化合物。     

Naphthalene Derivatives and Quinones from Ventilago denticulata and Their Nitric Oxide Radical Scavenging,Antioxidant, Cytotoxic,Antibacterial, and Phosphodiesterase Inhibitory Activities

New naphthalene derivatives ( 1 and 2 ) and a new isomer ( 3 ) of ventilagolin, together with known anthraquinones, chrysophanol ( 4 ), physcion or emodin 3‐methyl ether ( 5 ), and emodin ( 6 ), were isolated from vines of Ventilago denticulata. The isolated compounds exhibited cytotoxic activity with IC₅₀ values of 1.15 – 40.54 μg/ml. Compounds 1 – 3 selectively exhibited weak antibacterial activity (MIC values of 200.0 – 400.0 μg/ml), while emodin ( 6 ) displayed moderate antibacterial activity with MIC value of 25.0 μg/ml. The isolated compounds showed nitric oxide and DPPH radical scavenging activities. Compounds 1 – 3 and 6 exhibited weak xanthine oxidase inhibitory activity, while emodin ( 6 ) acted as an aromatase inhibitor with the IC₅₀ value of 10.1 μm . Compounds 1 and 2 exhibited phosphodiesterase 5 inhibitory activity with IC₅₀ values of 8.28 μm and 6.48 μm , respectively.     

Preparation and Evaluation of Gallate Ester Derivatives Used as Promising Antioxidant and Antibacterial Inhibitors

Many gallate esters have been applied as food additives due to their good biological properties. Herein, nine novel gallate ester derivatives were synthesized by a Friedel-Crafts alkylation reaction and characterized by melting point (m.p.), infrared (IR) spectroscopy, nuclear magnetic resonance (¹H- and ¹³C-NMR) spectra, and high-resolution mass spectrometry (HR-ESI-MS). Their antioxidant and antibacterial activities were measured using a series of classical assays. Studies found that the products showed favorable antioxidant and antibacterial activities. Their 1,1-diphenyl-2-picrylhydrazyl free radical (DPPH ^⋅ ) scavenging effect IC₅₀ values were less than 5.00 μg mL⁻¹ and their reducing power was not less than that of vitamin C (Vc). Furthermore, the antibacterial results showed that the minimum inhibitory concentration (MIC) values of the products were not greater than 8.00 μg mL⁻¹, and their antibacterial rates were over 95 % at 300 μg mL⁻¹. The above data add valuable and novel information that gallate ester derivatives can be considered potential food additives to address food safety issues because of their high biological activity and health benefits.     

木榄根际土壤来源的曲霉属真菌F5及其抗菌活性代谢产物

将一株分离自木榄根际土壤的菌株F5鉴定为曲霉属环绕组真菌成员,其在形态学特征和ITS序列上与Aspergillus ochraceopetaliformis极为相似。该菌株在改良葡萄糖蛋白胨酵母培养基(GPYM)中28℃下160r/min发酵7d后的产物具有明显的抑菌活性。利用色谱方法从菌株F5的发酵产物中分离鉴定到2种化合物:(R)-(-)-mellein(Ⅰ)和flavacol(Ⅱ),其中,flavacol对枯草芽孢杆菌的生长具有明显的抑制作用,最低抑菌浓度(MIC)为32mg/L,而mellein对金黄色葡萄球菌和枯草芽孢杆菌的生长均无明显的抑制活性。