Journal of Nanobiotechnology,
Journal Year:
2022,
Volume and Issue:
20(1)
Published: March 19, 2022
Wear
particle-induced
periprosthetic
osteolysis
(PPO)
have
become
a
major
reason
of
joint
arthroplasty
failure
and
secondary
surgery
following
thus
pose
severe
threat
to
global
public
health.
Therefore,
determining
how
effectively
suppress
PPO
has
an
urgent
problem.
The
pathological
mechanism
involved
in
the
signaling
cascade
is
still
unclear.
Recently,
interaction
between
osteogenic
inhibition
wear
particles
at
implant
biological
interface,
which
received
increasing
attention,
been
revealed
as
important
factor
process.
Additionally,
Hedgehog
(Hh)-Gli1
crucial
was
regulated
by
multiple
factors
numerous
physiological
It
exert
part
during
embryonic
bone
development
metabolism.
However,
whether
Hh-Gli1
remains
unknown.
Our
present
study
explored
regulates
titanium
(Ti)
nanoparticle-induced
osteolysis.
We
found
that
dramatically
downregulated
upon
Ti
particle
treatment.
Mechanistically,
glycogen
synthesis
kinase
3β
(GSK-3β)
activation
significantly
increased
via
changes
GSK-3β
phosphorylation
level
participate
posttranslational
modification
degradation
key
transcription
Gli1,
decreasing
accumulation
Gli1
its
translocation
from
cytoplasm
nucleus.
Collectively,
these
findings
suggest
utilizes
GSK3β-mediated
may
serve
rational
new
therapeutic
target
against
PPO.
FEBS Journal,
Journal Year:
2022,
Volume and Issue:
290(12), P. 3059 - 3075
Published: March 19, 2022
Hedgehog
signalling
is
essential
for
development,
crucial
normal
anatomical
arrangement
and
activated
during
tissue
damage
repair.
Dysregulation
of
hedgehog
associated
with
cancer,
developmental
disorders
other
diseases
including
osteoarthritis
(OA).
The
gene
was
first
discovered
in
Drosophila
melanogaster,
the
pathway
evolutionarily
conserved
most
animals.
Although
there
are
several
ligands
different
protein
expression
patterns,
they
share
a
common
plasma
membrane
receptor,
Patched1
activation
transduced
through
G-protein-coupled
receptor-like
Smoothened
(SMO)
downstream
effectors.
Functional
assays
revealed
that
SMO
dependent
on
sterol
binding,
cholesterol
observed
bound
to
crystallography
experiments.
In
vertebrates,
coordinates
endochondral
ossification
balances
osteoblast
osteoclast
maintain
homeostasis.
A
recently
mutation
humans
(SMOR173C
)
predicted
alter
binding
higher
risk
hip
OA.
studies
mice
human
analysis
provide
evidence
pathologically
chondrocytes
osteoarthritic
cartilage.
Journal of Nanobiotechnology,
Journal Year:
2022,
Volume and Issue:
20(1)
Published: Dec. 30, 2022
Abstract
Periodontal
tissue
is
a
highly
dynamic
and
frequently
stimulated
area
where
homeostasis
easily
destroyed,
leading
to
proinflammatory
periodontal
diseases.
Bacteria–bacteria
cell–bacteria
interactions
play
pivotal
roles
in
disease
progression.
Several
reviews
have
comprehensively
summarized
the
of
bacteria
stem
cells
homeostasis.
However,
they
did
not
describe
extracellular
vesicles
(EVs)
from
cells.
As
communication
mediators
evolutionarily
conserved
eukaryotic
cells,
EVs
secreted
by
or
can
mediate
between
their
hosts,
thereby
offering
great
promise
for
maintenance
This
review
offers
an
overview
EV
biogenesis,
effects
on
homeostasis,
recent
advances
EV-based
regenerative
strategies.
Specifically,
we
document
pathogenic
bacteria-derived
(BEVs)
dyshomeostasis,
focusing
plaque
biofilm
formation,
immune
evasion,
inflammatory
pathway
activation
destruction.
Moreover,
summarize
advancements
cell-derived
(CEVs)
emphasizing
multifunctional
biological
CEVs
regeneration.
Finally,
discuss
future
challenges
practical
perspectives
clinical
translation
therapies
periodontitis.
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Bone Research,
Journal Year:
2025,
Volume and Issue:
13(1)
Published: Jan. 27, 2025
Abstract
Circadian
rhythm
is
ubiquitous
in
nature.
clock
genes
such
as
Bmal1
and
Clock
form
a
multi-level
transcription-translation
feedback
network,
regulate
variety
of
physiological
pathological
processes,
including
bone
cartilage
metabolism.
Deletion
the
core
gene
leads
to
alterations,
while
phenotypes
are
not
consistent.
Studies
have
shown
that
multiple
signaling
pathways
involved
process
regulating
metabolism,
but
exact
regulatory
mechanisms
remain
unclear.
This
paper
reviews
by
which
regulates
bone/cartilage
upstream
factors
control
,
current
knockout
mouse
models
for
research.
We
hope
provide
new
insights
prevention
treatment
diseases
related
circadian
rhythms.
International Journal of Molecular Sciences,
Journal Year:
2025,
Volume and Issue:
26(3), P. 1311 - 1311
Published: Feb. 4, 2025
Mesenchymal
stem
cells
(MSCs)
are
crucial
for
skeletal
development,
homeostasis,
and
repair,
primarily
through
their
differentiation
into
osteoblasts
other
lineage
cells.
Key
signaling
pathways,
including
Wnt,
TGF-β/BMP,
PTH,
Hedgehog,
IGF,
act
as
critical
regulators
of
MSC
osteogenesis,
playing
pivotal
roles
in
maintaining
bone
homeostasis
facilitating
regeneration.
These
pathways
interact
distinct
ways
at
various
stages
mineralization,
remodeling.
This
review
provides
an
overview
the
molecular
mechanisms
by
which
these
regulate
influence
on
tissue
formation,
implications
diseases
therapeutic
strategies.
Additionally,
we
explore
potential
applications
engineering,
with
a
particular
focus
promoting
use
MSCs
seed
defect
repair.
Ultimately,
this
aims
to
highlight
avenues
advancing
biology
research,
treating
disorders,
enhancing
regenerative
medicine.
Deleted Journal,
Journal Year:
2025,
Volume and Issue:
2(1)
Published: April 14, 2025
Abstract
Bone
development
abnormalities
are
challenging
disorders
with
significant
physical
and
emotional
impacts.
These
can
stem
from
genetic
or
lifestyle
factors,
causes
presenting
ongoing
research
challenges.
This
study
investigates
the
Indian
hedgehog
(Ihh)
gene,
which
is
known
to
be
involved
in
bone
formation
issues.
We
analyzed
non-synonymous
single
nucleotide
polymorphisms
(nsSNPs)
Ihh
gene
retrieved
dbSNP
database
for
their
deleterious
nature
functional
impact
using
various
programs,
including
PolyPhen-2.0,
FATHMM,
Panther,
SIFT,
Provean,
Mutation
Assessor,
SNPS&GO.
The
stability
of
protein
structure
was
evaluated
Dynamut
I-Mutant
3.0.
Out
436
nsSNPs
analyzed,
103
mutations
were
found
destabilize
protein.
Special
attention
given
located
domain
regions
critical
function.
Native
mutant
models
predicted
SWISSMODEL,
validated
PROCHECK,
compared
RMSD
values
PyMOL.
Functional
impacts
assessed
through
docking
studies
binding
partner
PatchDock.
Significant
changes
interaction
energies
scores
observed,
suggesting
potential
effects
on
computational
indicates
that
these
may
contribute
bone-related
suggests
could
a
drug
target
further
investigation
improved
disease
management.
Frontiers in Bioengineering and Biotechnology,
Journal Year:
2023,
Volume and Issue:
11
Published: Feb. 7, 2023
Osteoarthritis
is
a
chronic
degenerative
joint
disease
that
exerts
significant
impacts
on
personal
life
quality,
and
cartilage
tissue
engineering
practical
treatment
in
clinical.
Various
growth
factors
are
involved
regeneration
play
important
roles
therein,
which
the
focus
of
current
repair
strategy.
To
compensate
for
purification
difficulty,
high
cost,
poor
metabolic
stability,
circulating
dilution
natural
factors,
concept
functional
motifs
(also
known
as
mimetic
peptides)
from
original
factor
was
introduced
recent
studies.
Here,
we
reviewed
selection
mechanisms,
biological
functions,
carrier
scaffolds,
modification
methods
factor-related
motifs,
evaluated
performance
engineering.
Finally,
prospects
researches
clinical
application
were
discussed.
Cell Proliferation,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
57(10)
Published: May 12, 2024
Abstract
Osteoblasts
and
osteoclasts
collaborate
in
bone
metabolism,
facilitating
development,
maintaining
normal
density
strength,
aiding
the
repair
of
pathological
damage.
Endoplasmic
reticulum
stress
(ERS)
can
disrupt
intracellular
equilibrium
between
osteoclast
osteoblast,
resulting
dysfunctional
metabolism.
The
inositol‐requiring
enzyme‐1α
(IRE1α)
pathway—the
most
conservative
unfolded
protein
response
pathway
activated
by
ERS—is
crucial
regulating
cell
This
involvement
encompasses
functions
such
as
inflammation,
autophagy,
apoptosis.
Many
studies
have
highlighted
potential
roles
IRE1α
osteoblasts,
chondrocytes,
its
implication
certain
bone‐related
diseases.
These
findings
suggest
that
it
may
serve
a
mediator
for
However,
relevant
reviews
on
role
metabolism
remain
unavailable.
Therefore,
this
review
aims
to
explore
recent
research
elucidated
intricate
specifically
osteogenesis,
chondrogenesis,
osteoclastogenesis,
osteo‐immunology.
provide
novel
insights
into
treating
Biomedical Materials,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
19(5), P. 052006 - 052006
Published: Aug. 9, 2024
Osteonecrosis
of
the
femoral
head
(ONFH)
is
a
refractory
disease
affecting
young
adults,
resulting
in
severe
hip
pain,
collapse,
and
disabling
dysfunction.
By
far,
underlying
mechanism
its
pathology
unclear,
still
lack
mature
effective
treatment.
Exosomes,
regulator
cell-cell
communication,
their
cargos
may
vary
response
to
different
physiological
or
pathological
conditions.
To
date,
many
studies
have
demonstrated
that
exosomes
potential
become
diagnostic
marker
therapeutic
agent
human
diseases
including
ONFH.
As
cell-free
agent,
are
becoming
promising
tool
within
this
field
due
crucial
role
osteogenesis
angiogenesis
recent
decades.
Usually,
from
ONFH
tissues
could
promote
damage,
while
stem
cells
derived
delay
repair
necrosis.
Herein,
we
describe
properties
exosomes,
discuss
effect
on
pathogenesis,
diagnosis,
treatment
ONFH,
examine
involvement
signaling
pathways.
We
also
propose
our
suggestions
for
future
research
hope
provide
strategy
patients
with