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K. Ba Y. Fu X. Wei Y. Yue G. Li Y. Yao J. Chen X. Cai C. Liang Y. Ge Y. Lin 《Cell proliferation》2013,46(3):312-319
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The aim of this study was to investigate effects of low‐intensity pulsed ultrasound (LIPUS) on differentiation of adipose‐derived stem cells (ASCs), in vitro.Materials and methods
Murine ASCs were treated with LIPUS for either three or five days, immediately after adipogenic induction, or delayed for 2 days. Expression of adipogenic genes PPAR‐γ1, and APN, was examined by real‐time PCR. Immunofluorescence (IF) staining was performed to test for PPAR‐γ at the protein level.Results
Our data revealed that specific patterns of LIPUS up‐regulated levels of both PPAR‐γ1 and APN mRNA, and PPAR‐γ protein.Conclusions
In culture medium containing adipogenic reagents, LIPUS enhanced ASC adipogenesis.3.
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Donor specific antibodies (DSA) and a positive cross‐match are contraindications for kidney transplantation. Trials of allograft transplantation across the HLA barrier have employed desensitization strategies, including the use of plasmapheresis, intravenous immunoglobulins, anti‐B‐cell monoclonal antibodies and splenectomy, associated with high‐intensity immunosuppressive regimens. Our case 1 report suffered from repeatedly positive lymphocyte cross match after 1st renal transplantation. Graft nephrectomy could not correct the state of sensitization. Splenectomy was done in a trial to get rid of the antibody producing clone. Furthermore plasmapheresis with low dose IVIG could not as well revert the state of sensitization for the patient.Material and methods
About 50 millions donor specific MSCs were injected to the patient.Results
MSCs transfusion proved to be the only procedure which could achieve successful desensitization before performing the second transplantation owing to their immunosuppressive properties.Conclusion
This case indicates that DS‐MSCs is a potential option for anti‐HLA desensitization. In cases 2 and 3 IV DS‐MSCs transfusion was selected from the start as a successful line of treatment for pre renal transplantation desensitization to save other unnecessary lines of treatment that were tried in case 1.4.
A. Di Virgilio L. Tucci M. Scaramuzzino R. Terracciano G. Pelaia R. Savino 《Cell proliferation》2013,46(2):172-182
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In this study, we have evaluated effects of 24‐hour treatments with simvastatin or rosuvastatin on RAS protein, NF‐κB and MMP expression in LC tissues obtained from 12 patients undergoing thoracic surgery.Materials and methods
Normal and lung tumour tissues obtained from each sample were exposed to simvastatin (2.5–30 μm ) or rosuvastatin (1.25–30 μm ) and western blot analysis was then performed.Results
We documented increased expression of proteins, MMP‐2, MMP‐9 and NF‐κB‐p65 in LC tissues, with respect to normal tissues (P < 0.01). In the malignant tissues, simvastatin and rosuvastatin significantly (P < 0.01) and dose‐dependently reduced RAS protein, MMP‐2/9 and NF‐κB‐p65 expression.Conclusions
In conclusion, our results suggest that simvastatin and rosuvastatin could play a role in LC treatment by modulation of RAS protein, MMP‐2/9 and NF‐κB‐p65.5.
Critical role of inflammatory mast cell in fibrosis: Potential therapeutic effect of IL‐37
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P. Conti Al. Caraffa F. Mastrangelo L. Tettamanti G. Ronconi I. Frydas S. K. Kritas T. C. Theoharides 《Cell proliferation》2018,51(5)
Background
Fibrosis involves the activation of inflammatory cells, leading to a decrease in physiological function of the affected organ or tissue.Aims
To update and synthesize relevant information concerning fibrosis into a new hypothesis to explain the pathogenesis of fibrosis and propose potential novel therapeutic approaches.Materials and Methods
Literature was reviewed and relevant information is discussed in the context of the pathogenesis of fibrosis.Results
A number of cytokines and their mRNA are involved in the circulatory system and in organs of patients with fibrotic tissues. The profibrotic cytokines are generated by several activated immune cells, including fibroblasts and mast cells (MCs), which are important for tissue inflammatory responses to different types of injury. MC‐derived TNF, IL‐1, and IL‐33 contribute crucially to the initiation of a cascade of the host defence mechanism(s), leading to the fibrosis process. Inhibition of TNF and inflammatory cytokines may slow the progression of fibrosis and improve the pathological status of the affected subject. IL‐37 is generated by various types of immune cells and is an IL‐1 family member protein. IL‐37 is not a receptor antagonist; it binds IL‐18 receptor alpha (IL‐18Rα) and delivers the inhibitory signal by using TIR8. It has been shown that IL‐37 can be protective in inflammation and injury, and inhibits both innate and adaptive immunity.Discussion
IL‐37 may be useful for suppression of inflammatory diseases induced by inhibiting MyD88‐dependent TLR signalling. In addition, IL‐37 downregulates NF‐κB induced by TLR2 or TLR4 through a mechanism dependent on IL‐18Rα.Conclusion
This review summarizes current knowledge on the role of MC in inflammation and tissue/organ fibrosis, with a focus on the therapeutic potential of IL‐37‐targeting cytokines.6.
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2‐(2‐nitrobenzylidene) indolin‐3‐one compound inhibits transmembrane prostate androgen‐induced protein (TMEPAI) expression and cancer cell proliferation
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Yuyin Li Jianjun Wang Ning Song Feihong Zeng Miaomiao Zhao Ali Wang Yue Chen Lei Jing Peng Yu Aipo Diao 《Cell proliferation》2018,51(5)
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The transmembrane prostate androgen‐induced protein (TMEPAI) is aberrantly expressed in many cancer and plays a crucial role in tumourigenesis, which makes it a potential cancer therapeutic target for drug discovery.Materials and methods
Here, we employed a firefly luciferase reporter driven by the TMEPAI gene promoter to screen for compound capable of inhibiting the expression of TMEPAI, and the effects of TMEPAI inhibitor on cancer cell proliferation were evaluated using the colony formation assay, cell cycle analysis, Ki‐67 immunofluorescence assay and EdU incorporation assay.Results
2‐(2‐nitrobenzylidene) indolin‐3‐one (JHY‐A007‐50) was identified and shown to effectively inhibit the TMEPAI promoter activity. Further studies revealed that JHY‐A007‐50 specifically inhibited the expression of TMEPAI at both the mRNA and protein levels. Moreover, we found that JHY‐A007‐50 could inhibit cell proliferation and induce cell cycle arrest at the G1 phase. Our results showed that overexpression of TMEPAI decreased the inhibitory effects of JHY‐A007‐50 on cancer cell proliferation, and JHY‐A007‐50 did not affect the cell viability of HeLa cells knocked down of TMEPAI.Conclusions
Taken together, these results suggest that compound JHY‐A007‐50 mediates the downregulation of TMEPAI expression and inhibits cell proliferation in cancer cells.8.
Effect of substrate stiffness on proliferation and differentiation of periodontal ligament stem cells
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Nanxin Liu Mi Zhou Qi Zhang Li Yong Tao Zhang Taoran Tian Quanquan Ma Shiyu Lin Bofeng Zhu Xiaoxiao Cai 《Cell proliferation》2018,51(5)
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The aim of this study was to understand the effect of substrate stiffness (a mechanical factor of the extracellular matrix) on periodontal ligament stem cells (PDLSCs) and its underlying mechanism.Materials and methods
Elastic substrates were fabricated by mixing 2 components, a base and curing agent in proportions of 10:1, 20:1, 30:1 or 40:1. PDLSC morphology was observed using scanning electron microscopy (SEM). Cell proliferation and differentiation were assessed after PDLSCs was cultured on various elastic substrates. Data were analysed using one‐way ANOVA.Results
SEM revealed variations in the morphology of PDLSCs cultured on elastic substrates. PDLSC proliferation increased with substrate stiffness (P < .05). Osteogenic differentiation of PDLSCs was higher on stiff substrates. Notch pathway markers were up‐regulated in PDLSCs cultured on stiff substrates.Conclusions
Results suggested that the osteogenic differentiation of PDLSCs might be promoted by culturing them in a stiffness‐dependent manner, which regulates the Notch pathway. This might provide a new method of enhancing osteogenesis in PDLSCs.9.
Fluoxetine induces autophagic cell death via eEF2K‐AMPK‐mTOR‐ULK complex axis in triple negative breast cancer
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Dejuan Sun Lingjuan Zhu Yuqian Zhao Yingnan Jiang Lixia Chen Yang Yu Liang Ouyang 《Cell proliferation》2018,51(2)
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Triple negative breast cancer (TNBC) is a complex and intrinsically aggressive tumour with poor prognosis, and the discovery of targeted small‐molecule drugs for TNBC treatment still remains in its infancy. In this study, we aimed to discover a small‐molecule agent for TNBC treatment and illuminate its potential mechanisms.Materials and methods
Cell viability was detected by using methylthiazoltetrazolium (MTT) assay. Electron microscopy, GFP‐LC3 transfection, monodansylcadaverine staining and apoptosis assay were performed to determine Fluoxetine‐induced autophagy and apoptosis. Western blotting and siRNA transfection were carried out to investigate the mechanisms of Fluoxetine‐induced autophagy. iTRAQ‐based proteomics analysis was used to explore the underlying mechanisms.Results
We have demonstrated that Fluoxetine had remarkable anti‐proliferative activities and induced autophagic cell death in MDA‐MB‐231 and MDA‐MB‐436 cells. The mechanism for Fluoxetine‐induced autophagic cell death was associated with inhibition of eEF2K and activation of AMPK‐mTOR‐ULK complex axis. Further iTRAQ‐based proteomics and network analyses revealed that Fluoxetine‐induced mechanism was involved in BIRC6, BNIP1, SNAP29 and Bif‐1.Conclusions
These results demonstrate that Fluoxetine induces apoptosis and autophagic cell death in TNBC, which will hold a promise for the future TNBC therapy.10.
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Human CAP10‐like protein 46 kDa (hCLP46), also known as Poglut1, has been shown to be an essential regulator of Notch signalling. hCLP46 is overexpressed in primary acute myelogenous leukaemia, T‐acute lymphoblastic leukaemia samples and other leukaemia cell lines. However, effects of hCLP46 overexpression, up to now, have remained unknown.Materials and methods
In this study, we established stable 293TRex cell lines inducibly overexpressing hCLP46, and knocked down hCLP6 with a specific small interfering RNA to explore function of the protein in Notch signalling and cell proliferation.Results
hCLP46 overexpression enhanced Notch1 activation in 293Trex cells in a ligand‐dependent manner, with increased Notch signalling enhancing Hes1 expression. We further verified that overexpression of hCLP46 inhibited proliferation of 293TRexs and was correlated with increases in cyclin dependent kinase inhibitors p21 and p27, whereas reduced hCLP46 expression moderately increased cell proliferation. In addition, p21 and p27 protein levels were higher when Notch signalling was activated by EDTA treatment.Conclusions
Taken together, hCLP46 enhanced Notch activation and inhibited 293TRex cell proliferation through CDKI signalling.11.
Combined Erlotinib and PF‐03084014 treatment contributes to synthetic lethality in head and neck squamous cell carcinoma
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Yang Zheng Zhao Wang Xu Ding Yibo Dong Wei Zhang Wei Zhang Yi Zhong Wenyi Gu Yunong Wu Xiaomeng Song 《Cell proliferation》2018,51(3)
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Head and neck squamous cell carcinoma (HNSCC) is characterized by high mortality and low survival rates. As an epidermal growth factor receptor (EGFR) inhibitor, Erlotinib has been approved for treatment of various tumours. PF‐03084014 is a selective inhibitor of Notch1 signalling. This study aimed to explore new approaches for simultaneously targeting EGFR and Notch1 signalling to attenuate tumour growth and improve survival.Materials and methods
Cell proliferation was determined by CCK‐8 assay and Flow cytometry. Cell invasive ability was determined by Transwell assay. Western blot was used to test the expression of Notch1 and EGFR pathway. Cleaved Caspase‐3 staining and TUNEL assay were used to verify the apoptosis through combined treatment.Results
We first confirmed proliferative inhibition and cell death in HNSCC with combined Erlotinib and PF‐03084014 treatment. Moreover, we found PF‐03084014 reversed the increased invasion induced by Erlotinib. In a preclinical therapeutic drug trial in vivo, combined treatment effectively abrogated tumour growth. Most importantly, one mechanism was found that PF‐03084014 alone could activate the PI3K/AKT signalling, the downstream of EGFR signalling, and Erlotinib alone could activate the intracellular domain of Notch1 (NICD), while combined treatment of PF‐03084014 and Erlotinib suppressed the HNSCC growth.Conclusions
These results suggested that concomitant inhibition of the Notch1 and EGFR pathways represented a rational strategy for promoting apoptosis in HNSCC and overcoming treatment resistance.12.
Galantamine inhibits β‐amyloid‐induced cytostatic autophagy in PC12 cells through decreasing ROS production
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Sheng Jiang Ye Zhao Tao Zhang Jingbin Lan Jing Yang Longhui Yuan Qiyu Zhang Kejian Pan Kun Zhang 《Cell proliferation》2018,51(3)
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Alzheimer's disease (AD) is one of the most prevalent brain diseases among the elderly, majority of which is caused by abnormal deposition of amyloid beta‐peptide (Aβ). Galantamine, currently the first‐line drug in treatment of AD, has been shown to diminish Aβ‐induced neurotoxicity and exert favourable neuroprotective effects, but the detail mechanisms remain unclear.Materials and methods
Effects of galantamine on Aβ‐induced cytotoxicity were checked by MTT, clone formation and apoptosis assays. The protein variations and reactive oxygen species (ROS) production were measured by western blotting analysis and dichloro‐dihydro‐fluorescein diacetate assay, respectively.Results
Galantamine reversed Aβ‐induced cell growth inhibition and apoptosis in neuron cells PC12. Aβ activated the entire autophagy flux and accumulation of autophagosomes, and the inhibition of autophagy decreased the protein level of cleaved‐caspase‐3 and Aβ‐induced cytotoxicity. Meanwhile, galantamine suppressed Aβ‐mediated autophagy flux and accumulation of autophagosomes. Moreover, Aβ upregulated ROS accumulation, while ROS scavengers N‐acetyl‐l ‐cysteine impaired Aβ‐mediated autophagy. Further investigation showed that galantamine downregulated NOX4 expression to inhibit Aβ‐mediated ROS accumulation and autophagy.Conclusions
Galantamine inhibits Aβ‐induced cytostatic autophagy through decreasing ROS accumulation, providing new insights into deep understanding of AD progression and molecular basis of galantamine in neuroprotection.13.
Schisandrin B down‐regulated lncRNA BCYRN1 expression of airway smooth muscle cells by improving miR‐150 expression to inhibit the proliferation and migration of ASMC in asthmatic rats
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Xiao‐yu Zhang Xue‐yi Tang Li‐jun Ma Ya‐li Guo Xiao‐su Li Li‐min Zhao Cui‐jie Tian Dong‐Jun Cheng Zhuo‐chang Chen Luo‐xian Zhang 《Cell proliferation》2017,50(6)
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The mechanism of Schisandrin B on the proliferation and migration of airway smooth muscle cells (ASMCs) in asthmatic rats was explored.Methods
SD rats were divided into three groups: control (group 1), model (group 2) and model + Schisandrin B (group 3). miR‐150 and lncRNA BCYRN1 levels were measured by qRT‐PCR. The combination of BCYRN1 and miR‐150 was detected by RNA pull down. ASMCs’ viability/proliferation/migration were examined by WST‐1 assay and 24‐well Transwell system.Results
Schisandrin B up‐regulated miR‐150 expression and down‐regulated BCYRN1 expression in sensitized rats. Schisandrin B reversed the expression of miR‐150 and BCYRN1 in MV‐treated ASMCs. In addition, Schisandrin B inhibited the viability, proliferation and migration of MV‐induced ASMCs. We also found miR‐150 inhibited BCYRN1 expression which was proved by experiments using ASMCs transfected with miR‐150 inhibitor.Conclusion
Schisandrin B increased miR‐150 expression and decreased BCYRN1, and BCYRN1 expression was inhibited by miR‐150, which indicated that Schisandrin B could regulate BCYRN1 through miR‐150.14.
Sustained release of stem cell factor in a double network hydrogel for ex vivo culture of cord blood‐derived CD34+ cells
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Stem cell factor (SCF) is considered as a commonly indispensable cytokine for proliferation of haematopoietic stem cells (HSCs), which is used in large dosages during ex vivo culture. The work presented here aimed to reduce the consumption of SCF by sustained release but still support cells proliferation and maintain the multipotency of HSCs.Materials and methods
Stem cell factor was physically encapsulated within a hyaluronic acid/gelatin double network (HGDN) hydrogel to achieve a slow release rate. CD34+ cells were cultured within the SCF‐loaded HGDN hydrogel for 14 days. The cell number, phenotype and functional capacity were investigated after culture.Results
The HGDN hydrogels had desirable properties and encapsulated SCF kept being released for more than 6 days. SCF remained the native bioactivity, and the proliferation of HSCs within the SCF‐loaded HGDN hydrogel was not affected, although the consumption of SCF was only a quarter in comparison with the conventional culture. Moreover, CD34+ cells harvested from the SCF‐loaded HGDN hydrogels generated more multipotent colony‐forming units (CFU‐GEMM).Conclusion
The data suggested that the SCF‐loaded HGDN hydrogel could support ex vivo culture of HSCs, thus providing a cost‐effective culture protocol for HSCs.15.
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M. Poplineau C. Doliwa M. Schnekenburger F. Antonicelli M. Diederich A. Trussardi‐Régnier J. Dufer 《Cell proliferation》2013,46(2):127-136
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Chromatin texture patterns of tumour cell nuclei can serve as cancer biomarkers, either to define diagnostic classifications or to obtain relevant prognostic information, in a large number of human tumours. Epigenetic mechanisms, mainly DNA methylation and histone post‐translational modification, have been shown to influence chromatin packing states, and therefore nuclear texture. The aim of this study was to analyse effects of these two mechanisms on chromatin texture, and also on correlation with gelatinase expression, in human fibrosarcoma tumour cells.Materials and methods
We investigated effects of DNA hypomethylating agent 5‐aza‐2′‐deoxycytidine (5‐azadC) and histone deacetylase inhibitor trichostatin A (TSA) on nuclear textural characteristics of human HT1080 fibrosarcoma cells, evaluated by image cytometry, and expression of gelatinases MMP‐2 and MMP‐9, two metalloproteinases implicated in cancer progression and metastasis.Results
5‐azadC induced significant variation in chromatin higher order organization, particularly chromatin decondensation, associated with reduction in global DNA methylation, concomitantly with increase in MMP‐9, and to a lesser extent, MMP‐2 expression. TSA alone did not have any effect on HT1080 cells, but exhibited differential activity when added to cells treated with 5‐azadC. When treated with both drugs, nuclei had higher texture abnormalities. In this setting, reduction in MMP‐9 expression was observed, whereas MMP‐2 expression remained unaffected.Conclusions
These data show that hypomethylating drug 5‐azadC and histone deacetylase inhibitor TSA were able to induce modulation of higher order chromatin organization and gelatinase expression in human HT1080 fibrosarcoma cells.17.
L.‐L. Fu Y. Yang H.‐L. Xu Y. Cheng X. Wen L. Ouyang J.‐K. Bao Y.‐Q. Wei B. Liu 《Cell proliferation》2013,46(1):67-75
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Caspases, a family of cysteine proteases with unique substrate specificities, contribute to apoptosis, whereas autophagy‐related genes (ATGs) regulate cytoprotective autophagy or autophagic cell death in cancer. Accumulating evidence has recently revealed underlying mechanisms of apoptosis and autophagy; however, their intricate relationships still remain to be clarified. Identification of caspase/ATG switches between apoptosis and autophagy may address this problem.Materials and methods
Identification of caspase/ATG switches was carried out using a series of elegant systems biology & bioinformatics approaches, such as network construction, hub protein identification, microarray analyses, targeted microRNA prediction and molecular docking.Results
We computationally constructed the global human network from several online databases and further modified it into the basic caspase/ATG network. On the basis of apoptotic or autophagic gene differential expressions, we identified three molecular switches [including androgen receptor, serine/threonine‐protein kinase PAK‐1 (PAK‐1) and mitogen‐activated protein kinase‐3 (MAPK‐3)] between certain caspases and ATGs in human breast carcinoma MCF‐7 cells. Subsequently, we identified microRNAs (miRNAs) able to target androgen receptor, PAK‐1 and MAPK‐3, respectively. Ultimately, we screened a range of small molecule compounds from DrugBank, able to target the three above‐mentioned molecular switches in breast cancer cells.Conclusions
We have systematically identified novel caspase/ATG switches involved in miRNA regulation, and predicted targeted anti‐cancer drugs. These findings may uncover intricate relationships between apoptosis and autophagy and thus provide further new clues towards possible cancer drug discovery.18.
Finasteride accelerates prostate wound healing after thulium laser resection through DHT and AR signalling
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Ruizhe Zhao Xingjie Wang Chenyi Jiang Fei Shi Yiping Zhu Boyu Yang Jian Zhuo Yifeng Jing Guangheng Luo Shujie Xia Bangmin Han 《Cell proliferation》2018,51(3)
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Urinary tract infection, urinary frequency, urgency, urodynia and haemorrhage are common post‐operative complications of thulium laser resection of the prostate (TmLRP). Our study mainly focuses on the role of finasteride in prostate wound healing through AR signalling.Materials and methods
TmLRP beagles were randomly distributed into different treatment groups. Serum and intra‐prostatic testosterone and DHT level were determined. Histological analysis was conducted to study the re‐epithelialization and inflammatory response of the prostatic urethra in each group. We investigated the role of androgen in proliferation and inflammatory response in prostate. In addition, the effects of TNF‐α on prostate epithelium and stromal cells were also investigated.Results
Testosterone and DHT level increased in testosterone group and DHT decreased in finasteride group. Accelerated wound healing of prostatic urethra was observed in the finasteride group. DHT suppressed proliferation of prostate epithelium and enhanced inflammatory response in prostate. We confirmed that DHT enhanced macrophages TNF‐α secretion through AR signalling. TNF‐α suppressed proliferation of prostate epithelial cells and retarded cell migration. TNF‐α also played a pivotal role in suppressing fibroblasts activation and contraction.Conclusion
Testosterone treatment repressed re‐epithelialization and wound healing of prostatic urethra. Finasteride treatment may be an effective way to promote prostate re‐epithelialization.19.
Berberine inhibits the chemotherapy‐induced repopulation by suppressing the arachidonic acid metabolic pathway and phosphorylation of FAK in ovarian cancer
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Yawei Zhao Lianzhi Cui Yue Pan Dan Shao Xiao Zheng Fan Zhang Hansi Zhang Kan He Li Chen 《Cell proliferation》2017,50(6)