Involvement of Matrix Metalloproteinases on the Inhibition of Cells Invasion and Migration by Emodin in Human Neuroblastoma SH-SY5Y Cells

Emodin (1,3,8-trihydroxy-6-methylanthaquinone), an active component present in the root and rhizome of Rheum palmatum L. (Polygonaceae) has anti-bacterial, anti-tumor, diuretic and vasorelaxant effects. However, its mechanism of action on the cell migration and invasion of human neuroblastoma cancer SH-SY5Y cells is not fully understood. In this study, firstly, the effects of emodin on the percentage of viable cells were examined by using MTT assay and it was found that emodin induced dose-and time-dependent inhibition in human neuroblastoma SH-SY5Y cells. Second, the effects of emodin on the migration and invasion of SH-SY5Y cells were examined by using wound assay and matrigel counting and the results showed that emodin suppressed the migration and invasion of SH-SY5Y cells. Third, we examined the effect of emodin on the levels of associated proteins by using Western blotting and the results indicated that emodin inhibited the levels of GRB2, RhoA, HIF-1α, VEGF, FAK, iNOS, COX2, p-p38, p-c-jun, MMP2, MMP9 and MMP7 but promoted the levels of PKC, PI3K, MEKK3 and NF-κB p65 that led to the inhibition of migration and invasion of SH-SY5Y cells in vitro.     

P. falciparum RH5‐Basigin interaction induces changes in the cytoskeleton of the host RBC

The successful invasion of Plasmodium is an essential step in their life cycle. The parasite reticulocyte‐binding protein homologues (RHs) and erythrocyte‐binding like proteins are two families involved in the invasion leading to merozoite‐red blood cell (RBC) junction formation. Ca²⁺ signaling has been shown to play a critical role in the invasion. RHs have been linked to Ca²⁺ signaling, which triggers the erythrocyte‐binding like proteins release ahead of junction formation, consistent with RHs performing an initial sensing function in identifying suitable RBCs. RH5, the only essential RHs, is a highly promising vaccine candidate. RH5‐basigin interaction is essential for merozoite invasion and also important in determining host tropism. Here, we show that RH5 has a distinct function from the other RHs. We show that RH5‐Basigin interaction on its own triggers a Ca²⁺ signal in the RBC resulting in changes in RBC cytoskeletal proteins phosphorylation and overall alterations in RBC cytoskeleton architecture. Antibodies targeting RH5 that block the signal prevent invasion before junction formation consistent with the Ca²⁺ signal in the RBC leading to rearrangement of the cytoskeleton required for invasion. This work provides the first time a functional context for the essential role of RH5 and will now open up new avenues to target merozoite invasion.     

Characterization of the P protein-binding domain on the 10-kilodalton protein of Borna disease virus

The Borna disease virus (BDV) is the prototype member of the Bornaviridae, and it replicates in the cell nucleus. The BDV p24P and p40N proteins carry nuclear localization signals (NLS) and are found in the nuclei of infected cells. The BDV p10 protein does not have an NLS, but it binds with P and/or N and is translocated to the nucleus. Hence, p10 may play a role in the replication of BDV in the cell nucleus. Here, we show that the P-binding domain is located in the N terminus of p10 and that S(3) and L(16) are important for the interaction.     

Environmental Supply Chain Cooperation and Its Effect on the Circular Economy Practice‐Performance Relationship Among Chinese Manufacturers

Due to resource scarcity and environmental degradation, a new development concept emphasizing environmental concerns, called the circular economy (CE), has been enacted in legislation in China. This environmental management concept can be implemented at three levels, namely, region, industrial zone, and individual enterprise, with the objective of boosting economic development while lessening environmental and resource challenges. Environmental supply chain cooperation (ESCC), an approach that utilizes customer and supplier cooperation in environmental management, has been initiated among Chinese enterprises. Using survey data collected from 396 Chinese manufacturers, we examine the role of ESCC practices in influencing the relationship between implementing CE practices and the achievement of performance outcomes by testing the moderation and mediation effects of ESCC practices on the CE practice‐performance relationship through hierarchical regression analysis. Our data analyses indicate that ESCC practices are useful by moderation and, in some cases, essential by mediation, for Chinese manufacturers seeking to realize the performance targets desired in CE practices. The results highlight the need for Chinese manufacturers to improve supply chain coordination in their implementation of CE. On the policy side, our research findings suggest that ESCC practices are beneficial and, in some cases, necessary for the development of CE in China.     

Structure and expression of mouse alpha 1-acid glycoprotein gene-3 (AGP-3).

The genome of Mus domesticus has multiple genes of the alpha 1-acid glycoprotein (AGP). Two cDNA clones were identified corresponding to AGP-1 and AGP-2. Moreover, two alleles of AGP-1 exist in inbred mice. The genomic DNA of the AGP-2 gene has been cloned and studied. Here we report the genomic organization of three M. domesticus AGP genes, the sequence analysis of the AGP-3 genomic DNA, and the expression of the AGP-3 gene. The major structural differences between AGP-2 and AGP-3 genes are located in introns 1 and 5. The low level of AGP-3 mRNA can be detected by the polymerase chain reaction (PCR). The molecular basis of the low level expression of AGP-3 and the possible classification of AGP-3 as a pseudogene are discussed.     

戊型肝炎病毒荧光定量RT-PCR快速检测技术的建立和初步应用

利用DNAMAN软件对GenBank登录的戊型肝炎病毒四个主要基因型代表株的序列进行分析, 选择其高度保守的ORF2区域设计合成引物和探针, 并用包含有扩增区域的核苷酸片段进行体外转录制备标准品cRNA。在对荧光定量RT-PCR的反应条件优化的基础上, 建立了适用于戊型肝炎病毒主要基因型检测的荧光定量RT-PCR检测技术。该检测技术可以有效检测I型和IV型戊型肝炎阳性病料, 而对猪的其它几种疫病阳性病料则为阴性结果, 证实本技术的特异性强、可靠性好。对阳性标准品的检测结果表明, 所建立的TaqMan荧光定量RT-PCR灵敏度可达2.0×101拷贝/反应, 相比于巢式RT-PCR方法, 其灵敏度高10~100倍以上。在对54份临床样品的检测中, 进一步证实了该方法快速、灵敏且重复性好, 可满足戊型肝炎病毒早期快速诊断的需要。     

Steel slag amendment reduces methane emission and increases rice productivity in subtropical paddy fields in China

Paddy field, being a man-made wetland, is recognized as one of the major sources of global methane (CH₄) emission. Since China has the second-largest area of rice cultivation in the world, it is important to develop valid and reliable strategies to reduce CH₄ emission and sustain rice productivity in Chinese paddy fields. In this study, we applied steel slag fertilizer, a by-product of steel industry with a high concentration of active iron (Fe), at rates of 0, 2, 4, and 8 Mg ha^?1 in subtropical rice (Oryza sativa L.) paddy fields in China to assess the effect of steel slag amendment on CH₄ emissions as well as rice growth and yield characteristics. Results showed that the Fe concentrations in paddy soils significantly increased with the application levels of steel slag fertilizer. Steel slag amendment in paddy fields largely reduced the CH₄ production rate, resulting in a decrease in the overall CH₄ emission rate. In response to the applications of steel slag at a rate of 2, 4 and 8 Mg ha^?1, total CH₄ emission during rice cultivation decreased by 26.6, 43.3 and 49.3 %, respectively. Furthermore, steel slag amendment had a significant, positive effect on the rice grain yield and the percentage of ripened grain, most probably due to the increased availability of inorganic nutrients such as silicate and manganese. Our results suggest that steel slag can be an effective soil amendment for reducing CH₄ emissions as well as increasing rice productivity in subtropical paddy fields in China.     

家兔腹泻生态疗法的实验观察

根据动物微生态学理论,将3株正常菌：嗜酸乳杆菌、两歧双歧杆菌、粪链球菌研制成复方生态制剂,对家免细菌性腹泻进行治疗试验。共治疗75例,治愈率为96．00％,比痢特灵对照组治愈率提高16．00％。该制剂价格低廉,无毒、副作用,使用安全可靠,是一种防治家免细菌性腹泻的较理想制剂。     

鲍肽素对血管性痴呆大鼠学习与记忆能力的干预及机制研究

目的：观察鲍肤索对血管性痴呆大鼠学习与记忆能力的干预及机制。方法：制备生物鲍肤索,分剂量喂饲血管性痴呆大鼠,测试学习与记忆能力、红细胞和血红蛋白。结果：鲍肤素提高大鼠Y型迷宫测试的分值和红细胞、血红蛋白水平。结论：鲍肤素能提高血管性痴呆大鼠的学习与记忆能力和红细胞、血红蛋白水平。