Journal of Food Biochemistry,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
2024(1)
Published: Jan. 1, 2024
Studies
have
demonstrated
the
potential
therapeutic
effects
of
Astragaloside
IV
(AS‐IV)
in
various
diseases.
However,
its
effect
on
diabetic
nephropathy
(DN)
and
underlying
mechanisms
are
not
clear.
The
expression
FUNDC1
DN
patients
high
glucose‐induced
human
renal
tubular
epithelial
cell
line
(HK‐2)
with
or
without
AS‐IV
was
analyzed
using
quantitative
real‐time
polymerase
chain
reaction
Western
blot.
Cell
Counting
Kit‐8
(CCK‐8)
assay
used
to
quantify
viability.
intracellular
oxygen
consumption
rate
measured
by
seahorse
energy
analyzer,
mitochondrial
reactive
species
Ca
2+
levels
were
determined
flow
cytometry.
A
mice
model
diabetes
constructed
treated
different
doses
AS‐IV.
Hematoxylin‐eosin
Masson
staining
examine
pathological
changes
tissue.
Creatinine,
blood
urea
nitrogen,
urinary
protein
detected
biochemical
method.
results
increased
glucose‐cultured
HK‐2
cells.
silencing
inhibited
mitochondria‐associated
endoplasmic
reticulum
(ER)
membrane
formation
dysfunction
Importantly,
treatment
FUNDC1‐induced
ER
also
protected
against
injury
improved
function
mice.
alleviates
progression
inhibiting
FUNDC1‐dependent
membrane.
Cell Death Discovery,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
10(1)
Published: March 20, 2024
Abstract
Diabetic
cardiomyopathy
(DCM),
an
important
complication
of
diabetes
mellitus
(DM),
is
one
the
most
serious
chronic
heart
diseases
and
has
become
a
major
cause
failure
worldwide.
At
present,
pathogenesis
DCM
unclear,
there
still
lack
effective
therapeutics.
Previous
studies
have
shown
that
homeostasis
mitochondria
endoplasmic
reticulum
(ER)
play
core
role
in
maintaining
cardiovascular
function,
structural
functional
abnormalities
these
organelles
seriously
impact
occurrence
development
various
diseases,
including
DCM.
The
interplay
between
ER
mediated
by
mitochondria-associated
membrane
(MAM),
which
participates
regulating
energy
metabolism,
calcium
homeostasis,
mitochondrial
dynamics,
autophagy,
stress,
inflammation,
other
cellular
processes.
Recent
proven
MAM
closely
related
to
initiation
progression
In
this
study,
we
aim
summarize
recent
research
progress
on
MAM,
elaborate
key
DCM,
discuss
potential
as
therapeutic
target
for
thereby
providing
theoretical
reference
basic
clinical
treatment.
Biomedicine & Pharmacotherapy,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
175, P. 116715 - 116715
Published: May 12, 2024
Ischemic
stroke,
a
devastating
disease
associated
with
high
mortality
and
disability
worldwide,
has
emerged
as
an
urgent
public
health
issue.
A-kinase
anchoring
proteins
(AKAPs)
are
group
of
signal-organizing
molecules
that
compartmentalize
anchor
wide
range
receptors
effector
have
major
role
in
stabilizing
mitochondrial
function
promoting
neurodevelopmental
development
the
central
nervous
system
(CNS).
Growing
evidence
suggests
dysregulation
AKAPs
expression
activity
is
closely
oxidative
stress,
ion
disorder,
dysfunction,
blood-brain
barrier
(BBB)
impairment
ischemic
stroke.
However,
underlying
mechanisms
remain
inadequately
understood.
This
review
provides
comprehensive
overview
composition
structure
protein
(AKAP)
family
members,
emphasizing
their
physiological
functions
CNS.
We
explored
depth
molecular
cellular
AKAP
complexes
pathological
progression
risk
factors
including
hypertension,
hyperglycemia,
lipid
metabolism
disorders,
atrial
fibrillation.
Herein,
we
highlight
potential
pharmacological
target
against
stroke
hope
inspiring
translational
research
innovative
clinical
approaches.
International Journal of Biological Sciences,
Journal Year:
2023,
Volume and Issue:
19(14), P. 4427 - 4441
Published: Jan. 1, 2023
Diabetic
kidney
disease
(DKD)
is
a
global
health
issue
that
presents
complex
pathogenesis
and
limited
treatment
options.To
provide
guidance
for
precise
therapies,
it
crucial
to
accurately
identify
the
of
DKD.Several
studies
have
recognized
mitochondrial
endoplasmic
reticulum
(ER)
dysfunction
are
key
drivers
DKD.The
mitochondria-associated
ER
membrane
(MAM)
dynamic
contact
site
(MSC)
connects
mitochondria
essential
in
maintaining
normal
function
two
organelles.MAM
involved
various
cellular
processes,
including
lipid
synthesis
transport,
calcium
homeostasis,
fusion
fission,
stress.Meanwhile,
recent
confirm
MAM
plays
significant
role
DKD
by
regulating
glucose
metabolism,
inflammation,
stress,
fission
fusion,
autophagy.Herein,
this
review
aims
comprehensive
summary
physiological
MAMs
their
impact
on
progression
DKD.Subsequently,
we
discuss
trend
pharmaceutical
target
resident
proteins
treating
DKD.Furthermore,
also
explore
future
development
prospects
research,
thereby
providing
new
perspective
basic
clinical
DKD.
Cardiovascular Research,
Journal Year:
2023,
Volume and Issue:
119(18), P. 2875 - 2883
Published: Dec. 1, 2023
Abstract
Diabetic
kidney
disease
(DKD)
is
the
leading
cause
of
end-stage
renal
worldwide.
The
pathomechanisms
DKD
are
multifactorial,
yet
haemodynamic
and
metabolic
changes
in
early
stages
appear
to
predispose
towards
irreversible
functional
loss
histopathological
changes.
Recent
studies
highlight
importance
endoplasmic
reticulum–mitochondria-associated
membranes
(ER-MAMs),
structures
conveying
important
cellular
homeostatic
effects,
pathology
DKD.
Disruption
ER-MAM
integrity
diabetic
kidneys
associated
with
progression,
but
regulation
ER-MAMs
their
pathogenic
contribution
remain
largely
unknown.
Exploring
cell-specific
components
dynamic
may
lead
identification
new
approaches
detect
stratify
patients
In
addition,
these
insights
novel
therapeutic
target
and/or
reverse
progression.
this
review,
we
discuss
association
key
driving
such
as
insulin
resistance,
dyslipidaemia,
ER
stress,
inflammasome
activation
further
exploration
diagnostic
targets
Cell Communication and Signaling,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
22(1)
Published: Nov. 7, 2024
Sodium-glucose
cotransporter
2
(SGLT2)
inhibitors
have
changed
the
therapeutic
landscape
for
diabetic
kidney
disease
(DKD)
patients,
but
their
underlying
mechanisms
are
complicated
and
not
fully
understood.
Mitochondria-associated
endoplasmic
reticulum
membranes
(MAMs),
dynamic
contact
sites
between
mitochondria
(ER),
serve
as
intracellular
platforms
important
regulating
cellular
fate
function.
This
study
explored
roles
of
SGLT2
in
MAMs
formation
podocytes.
Frontiers in Endocrinology,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
15
Published: July 23, 2024
Diabetic
nephropathy
(DN)
is
a
microvascular
complication
of
diabetes
mellitus.
The
progressive
damage
to
glomeruli,
tubules,
and
interstitium
in
the
kidneys
can
lead
development
chronic
kidney
disease
(CKD)
end-stage
renal
(ESRD).
Most
energy
we
need
comes
from
mitochondria.
Mitochondria
are
best
known
as
sites
for
production
respiratory
ATP
essential
eukaryotic
life.
pathogenesis
DN
involves
variety
factors,
such
altered
haemodynamics,
oxidative
stress,
inflammation,
studies
animal
models
suggest
that
mitochondrial
dysfunction
plays
an
important
role
DN.
Traditional
Chinese
medicine
(TCM)
has
history
more
than
2,500
years
rich
experience
remarkable
efficacy
treatment
Recent
have
found
TCM
may
great
potential
regulating
This
review
will
elucidate
main
causes
relationship
with
DN,
explore
depth
mechanisms
protect
by
improving
dysfunction.
Current
pharmacological
treatments
patients
do
not
prevent
inevitable
progression
ESRD.
With
herbs,
expected
be
most
promising
candidate
continue
learn
about
incorporate
current
advances
extraction
techniques.
International Journal of Molecular Sciences,
Journal Year:
2023,
Volume and Issue:
24(24), P. 17603 - 17603
Published: Dec. 18, 2023
Diabetes
nephropathy
(DN)
is
the
leading
cause
of
end-stage
renal
disease
(ESRD)
worldwide,
and
podocyte
injury
central
contributor
to
progression
DN.
Despite
emerging
evidence
that
has
established
importance
endoplasmic
reticulum
(ER)
stress
in
pathogenesis
DN,
abnormal
protein
O-GlcNAcylation
also
augmented.
Currently,
mechanism
associating
these
two
hyperglycemia-induced
disorders
remains
poorly
understood.
This
study
intended
elucidate
whether
ER
drives
hyper-protein
We
used
both
type
1
2
DN
models
confirm
occurrence
excessive
O-GlcNAcylation,
then
purification
was
conducted
for
further
investigation.
Nephroseq
V5
data
were
mined
vitro
studies
applied
reveal
involvement
hyper-O-GlcNAcylation
injury.
Our
results
indicated
induced
human
RNA-seq
from
showed
O-GlcNAcylation-related
genes
significantly
upregulated
patients.
demonstrated
occurred
prior
hyper-O-GlcNAc
modification
pharmacologically
inhibited
can
help
decrease
apoptosis
by
hyperglycemia.
Together,
discoveries
will
aid
uncovering
activation
stress-O-GlcNAcylation
axis
under
which
open
up
new
therapeutic
approaches
preventing
progression.
Journal of Cellular Physiology,
Journal Year:
2023,
Volume and Issue:
238(10), P. 2206 - 2227
Published: Sept. 2, 2023
Podocytes
are
terminally
differentiated
kidney
cells
acting
as
the
main
gatekeepers
of
glomerular
filtration
barrier;
hence,
inhibiting
proteinuria.
Podocytopathies
classified
diseases
caused
by
podocyte
damage.
Different
genetic
and
environmental
risk
factors
can
cause
damage
death.
Recent
evidence
shows
that
mitochondrial
dysfunction
also
contributes
to
Understanding
alterations
in
metabolism
function
podocytopathies
whether
altered
homeostasis/dynamics
is
a
or
effect
issues
need
in-depth
studies.
This
review
highlights
roles
mitochondria
their
bioenergetics
podocytes.
Then,
factors/signalings
regulate
podocytes
discussed.
After
that,
role
reviewed
injury
development
different
podocytopathies.
Finally,
therapeutic
targets
considered.