Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis(ALS)is a progressive neurodegenerative disorder characterized by the degeneration of motor neurons in the brain and spinal cord,leading to muscle weakness,paralysis,and ultimately death(C...Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis(ALS)is a progressive neurodegenerative disorder characterized by the degeneration of motor neurons in the brain and spinal cord,leading to muscle weakness,paralysis,and ultimately death(Cleveland and Rothstein,2001).Frontotemporal lobar degeneration(FTLD)is a neurodegenerative disease affecting the frontal and temporal lobes of the brain,leading to changes in behavior,personality,and language(Van Langenhove et al.,2012).Both ALS and FTLD are classified as proteinopathies in which abnormal protein aggregation and accumulation in neurons contribute to the disease pathogenesis.Fused in sarcoma(FUS)is a DNA/RNA-binding protein involved in various cellular processes,including transcriptional regulation,RNA splicing,and DNA repair.Mutations in the FUS gene have been linked to familial ALS,highlighting the importance of FUS in the disease pathogenesis(Vance et al.,2009).In ALS and FTLD,aberrant post-translational modifications(PTMs)of FUS,such as phosphorylation,acetylation,and methylation,have been implicated in the promotion of FUS aggregation and neurotoxicity(Choi et al.,2023).Therefore,understanding the regulatory mechanisms of FUS PTMs is crucial for developing targeted therapies against these diseases.展开更多
Objective:To evaluate the efficacy of the modified Gui Fu Ling Wu Decoction in treating diabetic nephropathy(DN)of the spleen-kidney Yang deficiency type.Methods:A total of 100 DN patients admitted to Changyi Traditio...Objective:To evaluate the efficacy of the modified Gui Fu Ling Wu Decoction in treating diabetic nephropathy(DN)of the spleen-kidney Yang deficiency type.Methods:A total of 100 DN patients admitted to Changyi Traditional Chinese Medicine Hospital between August 2023 and March 2024 were included in the study.Patients were randomly divided into a control group and a study group,each comprising 50 cases,using a computerized random number generator.The control group received kallikrein treatment,while the study group received a combination of kallikrein and the modified Gui Fu Ling Wu Decoction.Blood glucose control,renal function,and inflammatory markers were assessed before and after treatment in both groups.Results:Before treatment,there were no significant differences in blood glucose and renal function indicators between the two groups(P>0.05).After treatment,postprandial blood glucose,fasting blood glucose,24-hour urinary protein,urinary microalbumin,serum creatinine,serum C-reactive protein(CRP),and interleukin-6 levels significantly decreased in both groups,with the study group showing superior results compared to the control group(P<0.05).Conclusion:The combination of Gui Fu Ling Wu Decoction and kallikrein for treating spleen-kidney Yang deficiency type DN significantly improves blood glucose control,enhances renal function,and reduces inflammatory responses.展开更多
目的:研究溶质载体家族6成员9(solute carrier family 6 member 9,SLC6A9)表达对结直肠癌细胞增殖、迁移和5-氟尿嘧啶(5-fluorouracil,5-FU)药物敏感性的影响。方法:TCGA数据库分析、实时荧光定量PCR和Western blot分析检测SLC6A9在结...目的:研究溶质载体家族6成员9(solute carrier family 6 member 9,SLC6A9)表达对结直肠癌细胞增殖、迁移和5-氟尿嘧啶(5-fluorouracil,5-FU)药物敏感性的影响。方法:TCGA数据库分析、实时荧光定量PCR和Western blot分析检测SLC6A9在结肠癌组织、正常结肠细胞系(NCM460)和结直肠癌细胞系(SW620、HCT116、HT29、Lovo和SW480)中的表达。将SCL6A9过表达质粒及阴性对照(SLC6A9 OE、Vector)转染HT29细胞,将SCL6A9小干扰RNA及阴性对照(SLC6A9 siRNA1#、siRNA2#和Scramble)转染SW620细胞。划痕愈合实验和Transwell实验检测各组细胞的迁移、侵袭能力。Western blot和细胞免疫荧光检测EMT相关蛋白E-cadherin、Vimentin的表达水平。利用CCK-8法和构建裸鼠移植瘤模型检测SLC6A9过表达对结直肠癌细胞5-FU药物敏感性的影响。结果:与正常结肠组织和NCM460细胞相比,SLC6A9在结肠癌组织和结直肠癌细胞系中低表达(均P<0.05)。SLC6A9过表达引起E-cadherin蛋白表达增加,Vimentin蛋白水平降低,抑制结直肠癌细胞的迁移、侵袭(P<0.05)。SLC6A9低表达引起E-cadherin蛋白表达降低,Vimentin蛋白水平增加,促进结直肠癌细胞的迁移、侵袭能力(P<0.05)。SLC6A9过表达提高了5-FU的药物敏感性,并使肿瘤生长缓慢,质量减轻(P<0.05)。而SLC6A9低表达降低了5-FU的药物敏感性(P<0.05)。结论:SLC6A9过表达能够抑制结直肠癌细胞的迁移、侵袭和EMT进程,并增强5-FU对结直肠癌细胞的药物敏感性。展开更多
Objective:To undertake a study on prevalence of Deg Nala disease in eastern states of India and to reproduce the disease in buffaloes by the Fusarium spp.,isolated from the affected region. Methods:During this investi...Objective:To undertake a study on prevalence of Deg Nala disease in eastern states of India and to reproduce the disease in buffaloes by the Fusarium spp.,isolated from the affected region. Methods:During this investigation,a survey was conducted covering four states of eastern region to identify the Deg Nala cases as well as to isolate and characterize the causative agent(s). An experimental study was carried out to reproduce the disease in healthy male buffaloes(2-3 years age) by randomly dividing them into five groups(four in each group).Each individual group was fed with rice straw artificially infested with either of the two representative isolates of Fusarium oxysporum(F.oxysporum)(F01,F02) or representative reference strains of Fusarium equiseti(F.equiseti)(ITCCF-2470) and Fusarium moniliforme(F.moniliforme)(ITCCF-4821) for 30 days,whereas the control group was fed with normal rice straw only.Results:A total of 658 Deg Nala cases were recorded and 12 Fusarium isolates were identified from the mouldy rice straw collected from these affected areas.The characterization of the isolates revealed three species viz.,F.oxysporum,F.equiseti and F.moniliforme,among which F.oxysporum was predominant.The disease was artificially reproduced in three buffaloes in F01 group and one in F02 group within 20-23 days by feeding F.oxysporum infested rice straw which resembled the clinical symptoms and gross lesions of natural Deg Nala cases.Conclusions:The field investigation and laboratory studies,including experimental production of Deg Nala disease suggest the possible involvement of mycotoxins.However,further investigations needs to be done to understand nature of the toxic factors involved in production of the Deg Nala disease.展开更多
Six apparently healthy male buffalo calves aged between 6 months to one year with body weight range of 70 - 140 Kg were used in the present investigation. One animal was used for pilot trial for this group. Five calve...Six apparently healthy male buffalo calves aged between 6 months to one year with body weight range of 70 - 140 Kg were used in the present investigation. One animal was used for pilot trial for this group. Five calves were randomly taken into this group. The Eschrechia coli endotoxin infused i/v @5 mg/kg BW/hr for 3 hours to all the animals caused symptoms of restlessness, respiratory distress, snoring, diarrhea, profuse salivation along with the significant fall in systolic, diastolic, pulse and mean arterial venous pressure, hypoproteinemia at 1, 2 & 3 hour and hypoglycemia at 3rd hour i.e., end of endotoxin infusion. Respiration was increased significantly during endotoxin infusion at 2nd & 3rd hour and even afterwards till the end of the observation period i.e. 7 hrs. The treatment with hypertonic saline solution, flunixin meglumine and blood raised (p th, 6th & 7th hour respectively i.e., till the end of the observation period. There was no significant effect on Central Venous Pressure (CVP) and body temperature as measured from rectum.展开更多
A cross-sectional study was conducted to determine the Seropositivity of Toxoplasma gondii in water buffalo in three Iraqi governorates (Baghdad, Dhi Qar, and Maysan) and to estimate the risk aspects related to infest...A cross-sectional study was conducted to determine the Seropositivity of Toxoplasma gondii in water buffalo in three Iraqi governorates (Baghdad, Dhi Qar, and Maysan) and to estimate the risk aspects related to infestation throughout the period from January to December 2019. A total of 430 serum samples were inspected with a commercial ELISA (Enzyme linked immunosorbent assay) kit. Indirect multi-species kit. The overall Seropositivity of T. gondii in the examined local buffalo was 7.4%, and the highest rate (9.3%) was in Baghdad Governorate. A multivariate regression analysis revealed that adult buffalo (OR = 7.10;95% CI: 0.87-57.68;P = 0.067) and young herds (OR = 8.42;95% CI: 1.07-66.02;P = 0.043) were more subject to infestation from young buffalo and large herds. Furthermore, the hazard of toxoplasmosis was increased in winter especially among animals in contact with cats. It is therefore requisite to determine risk aspects to evaluate which mitigation, control, prevention and procedures should be carried out to diminish, control and prevent infestation with T. gondii and its propagation.展开更多
An illness known as pneumonia causes inflammation in the lungs.Since there is so much information available fromvarious X-ray images,diagnosing pneumonia has typically proven challenging.To improve image quality and s...An illness known as pneumonia causes inflammation in the lungs.Since there is so much information available fromvarious X-ray images,diagnosing pneumonia has typically proven challenging.To improve image quality and speed up the diagnosis of pneumonia,numerous approaches have been devised.To date,several methods have been employed to identify pneumonia.The Convolutional Neural Network(CNN)has achieved outstanding success in identifying and diagnosing diseases in the fields of medicine and radiology.However,these methods are complex,inefficient,and imprecise to analyze a big number of datasets.In this paper,a new hybrid method for the automatic classification and identification of Pneumonia from chest X-ray images is proposed.The proposed method(ABOCNN)utilized theAfrican BuffaloOptimization(ABO)algorithmto enhanceCNNperformance and accuracy.The Weinmed filter is employed for pre-processing to eliminate unwanted noises from chest X-ray images,followed by feature extraction using the Grey Level Co-Occurrence Matrix(GLCM)approach.Relevant features are then selected from the dataset using the ABO algorithm,and ultimately,high-performance deep learning using the CNN approach is introduced for the classification and identification of Pneumonia.Experimental results on various datasets showed that,when contrasted to other approaches,the ABO-CNN outperforms them all for the classification tasks.The proposed method exhibits superior values like 96.95%,88%,86%,and 86%for accuracy,precision,recall,and F1-score,respectively.展开更多
基金supported by the BK21 FOUR(Fostering Outstanding Universities for Research)and the Basic Science Research Program through the National Research Foundation of Korea(NRF),funded by the Ministry of Education(MOE)and the Ministry of Science and ICT(MSIT)(NRF-2022R1A2C1004204,RS-2023-00219563,2023-DD-UP-0007)by the Soonchunhyang University Research Fund(to KK)。
文摘Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis(ALS)is a progressive neurodegenerative disorder characterized by the degeneration of motor neurons in the brain and spinal cord,leading to muscle weakness,paralysis,and ultimately death(Cleveland and Rothstein,2001).Frontotemporal lobar degeneration(FTLD)is a neurodegenerative disease affecting the frontal and temporal lobes of the brain,leading to changes in behavior,personality,and language(Van Langenhove et al.,2012).Both ALS and FTLD are classified as proteinopathies in which abnormal protein aggregation and accumulation in neurons contribute to the disease pathogenesis.Fused in sarcoma(FUS)is a DNA/RNA-binding protein involved in various cellular processes,including transcriptional regulation,RNA splicing,and DNA repair.Mutations in the FUS gene have been linked to familial ALS,highlighting the importance of FUS in the disease pathogenesis(Vance et al.,2009).In ALS and FTLD,aberrant post-translational modifications(PTMs)of FUS,such as phosphorylation,acetylation,and methylation,have been implicated in the promotion of FUS aggregation and neurotoxicity(Choi et al.,2023).Therefore,understanding the regulatory mechanisms of FUS PTMs is crucial for developing targeted therapies against these diseases.
基金Shandong Province Traditional Chinese Medicine Science and Technology Project(Project No.M-2023290)。
文摘Objective:To evaluate the efficacy of the modified Gui Fu Ling Wu Decoction in treating diabetic nephropathy(DN)of the spleen-kidney Yang deficiency type.Methods:A total of 100 DN patients admitted to Changyi Traditional Chinese Medicine Hospital between August 2023 and March 2024 were included in the study.Patients were randomly divided into a control group and a study group,each comprising 50 cases,using a computerized random number generator.The control group received kallikrein treatment,while the study group received a combination of kallikrein and the modified Gui Fu Ling Wu Decoction.Blood glucose control,renal function,and inflammatory markers were assessed before and after treatment in both groups.Results:Before treatment,there were no significant differences in blood glucose and renal function indicators between the two groups(P>0.05).After treatment,postprandial blood glucose,fasting blood glucose,24-hour urinary protein,urinary microalbumin,serum creatinine,serum C-reactive protein(CRP),and interleukin-6 levels significantly decreased in both groups,with the study group showing superior results compared to the control group(P<0.05).Conclusion:The combination of Gui Fu Ling Wu Decoction and kallikrein for treating spleen-kidney Yang deficiency type DN significantly improves blood glucose control,enhances renal function,and reduces inflammatory responses.
文摘目的:研究溶质载体家族6成员9(solute carrier family 6 member 9,SLC6A9)表达对结直肠癌细胞增殖、迁移和5-氟尿嘧啶(5-fluorouracil,5-FU)药物敏感性的影响。方法:TCGA数据库分析、实时荧光定量PCR和Western blot分析检测SLC6A9在结肠癌组织、正常结肠细胞系(NCM460)和结直肠癌细胞系(SW620、HCT116、HT29、Lovo和SW480)中的表达。将SCL6A9过表达质粒及阴性对照(SLC6A9 OE、Vector)转染HT29细胞,将SCL6A9小干扰RNA及阴性对照(SLC6A9 siRNA1#、siRNA2#和Scramble)转染SW620细胞。划痕愈合实验和Transwell实验检测各组细胞的迁移、侵袭能力。Western blot和细胞免疫荧光检测EMT相关蛋白E-cadherin、Vimentin的表达水平。利用CCK-8法和构建裸鼠移植瘤模型检测SLC6A9过表达对结直肠癌细胞5-FU药物敏感性的影响。结果:与正常结肠组织和NCM460细胞相比,SLC6A9在结肠癌组织和结直肠癌细胞系中低表达(均P<0.05)。SLC6A9过表达引起E-cadherin蛋白表达增加,Vimentin蛋白水平降低,抑制结直肠癌细胞的迁移、侵袭(P<0.05)。SLC6A9低表达引起E-cadherin蛋白表达降低,Vimentin蛋白水平增加,促进结直肠癌细胞的迁移、侵袭能力(P<0.05)。SLC6A9过表达提高了5-FU的药物敏感性,并使肿瘤生长缓慢,质量减轻(P<0.05)。而SLC6A9低表达降低了5-FU的药物敏感性(P<0.05)。结论:SLC6A9过表达能够抑制结直肠癌细胞的迁移、侵袭和EMT进程,并增强5-FU对结直肠癌细胞的药物敏感性。
文摘Objective:To undertake a study on prevalence of Deg Nala disease in eastern states of India and to reproduce the disease in buffaloes by the Fusarium spp.,isolated from the affected region. Methods:During this investigation,a survey was conducted covering four states of eastern region to identify the Deg Nala cases as well as to isolate and characterize the causative agent(s). An experimental study was carried out to reproduce the disease in healthy male buffaloes(2-3 years age) by randomly dividing them into five groups(four in each group).Each individual group was fed with rice straw artificially infested with either of the two representative isolates of Fusarium oxysporum(F.oxysporum)(F01,F02) or representative reference strains of Fusarium equiseti(F.equiseti)(ITCCF-2470) and Fusarium moniliforme(F.moniliforme)(ITCCF-4821) for 30 days,whereas the control group was fed with normal rice straw only.Results:A total of 658 Deg Nala cases were recorded and 12 Fusarium isolates were identified from the mouldy rice straw collected from these affected areas.The characterization of the isolates revealed three species viz.,F.oxysporum,F.equiseti and F.moniliforme,among which F.oxysporum was predominant.The disease was artificially reproduced in three buffaloes in F01 group and one in F02 group within 20-23 days by feeding F.oxysporum infested rice straw which resembled the clinical symptoms and gross lesions of natural Deg Nala cases.Conclusions:The field investigation and laboratory studies,including experimental production of Deg Nala disease suggest the possible involvement of mycotoxins.However,further investigations needs to be done to understand nature of the toxic factors involved in production of the Deg Nala disease.
文摘Six apparently healthy male buffalo calves aged between 6 months to one year with body weight range of 70 - 140 Kg were used in the present investigation. One animal was used for pilot trial for this group. Five calves were randomly taken into this group. The Eschrechia coli endotoxin infused i/v @5 mg/kg BW/hr for 3 hours to all the animals caused symptoms of restlessness, respiratory distress, snoring, diarrhea, profuse salivation along with the significant fall in systolic, diastolic, pulse and mean arterial venous pressure, hypoproteinemia at 1, 2 & 3 hour and hypoglycemia at 3rd hour i.e., end of endotoxin infusion. Respiration was increased significantly during endotoxin infusion at 2nd & 3rd hour and even afterwards till the end of the observation period i.e. 7 hrs. The treatment with hypertonic saline solution, flunixin meglumine and blood raised (p th, 6th & 7th hour respectively i.e., till the end of the observation period. There was no significant effect on Central Venous Pressure (CVP) and body temperature as measured from rectum.
文摘A cross-sectional study was conducted to determine the Seropositivity of Toxoplasma gondii in water buffalo in three Iraqi governorates (Baghdad, Dhi Qar, and Maysan) and to estimate the risk aspects related to infestation throughout the period from January to December 2019. A total of 430 serum samples were inspected with a commercial ELISA (Enzyme linked immunosorbent assay) kit. Indirect multi-species kit. The overall Seropositivity of T. gondii in the examined local buffalo was 7.4%, and the highest rate (9.3%) was in Baghdad Governorate. A multivariate regression analysis revealed that adult buffalo (OR = 7.10;95% CI: 0.87-57.68;P = 0.067) and young herds (OR = 8.42;95% CI: 1.07-66.02;P = 0.043) were more subject to infestation from young buffalo and large herds. Furthermore, the hazard of toxoplasmosis was increased in winter especially among animals in contact with cats. It is therefore requisite to determine risk aspects to evaluate which mitigation, control, prevention and procedures should be carried out to diminish, control and prevent infestation with T. gondii and its propagation.
基金the Researchers Supporting Project Number(RSP2023 R157),King Saud University,Riyadh,Saudi Arabia.
文摘An illness known as pneumonia causes inflammation in the lungs.Since there is so much information available fromvarious X-ray images,diagnosing pneumonia has typically proven challenging.To improve image quality and speed up the diagnosis of pneumonia,numerous approaches have been devised.To date,several methods have been employed to identify pneumonia.The Convolutional Neural Network(CNN)has achieved outstanding success in identifying and diagnosing diseases in the fields of medicine and radiology.However,these methods are complex,inefficient,and imprecise to analyze a big number of datasets.In this paper,a new hybrid method for the automatic classification and identification of Pneumonia from chest X-ray images is proposed.The proposed method(ABOCNN)utilized theAfrican BuffaloOptimization(ABO)algorithmto enhanceCNNperformance and accuracy.The Weinmed filter is employed for pre-processing to eliminate unwanted noises from chest X-ray images,followed by feature extraction using the Grey Level Co-Occurrence Matrix(GLCM)approach.Relevant features are then selected from the dataset using the ABO algorithm,and ultimately,high-performance deep learning using the CNN approach is introduced for the classification and identification of Pneumonia.Experimental results on various datasets showed that,when contrasted to other approaches,the ABO-CNN outperforms them all for the classification tasks.The proposed method exhibits superior values like 96.95%,88%,86%,and 86%for accuracy,precision,recall,and F1-score,respectively.
